5th gen rear axle shaft

[Ole Bones]

Well everyone just got back from Toyota to see if they would cover a bent rear passenger side axle shaft under my platinum warranty and that ended up getting denied... So now I will be taking matters into my own garage. I just basically need the specs of the shaft if anyone has it.

I'm almost positive that it's 31.2" in length and a 30 spline for Toyota 8" and 8.2" diff but just want to make sure before ordering it. I don't want to pull it out first mostly because my wife needs it to get the kids to school everyday so I need the parts before I pull it apart.

Please let me know if I'm correct-
Yukon chromoly axle shaft(part #YA WT60240) 03&up 4runner/07-14 FJ

Nitro chromoly axle shaft(part #AXT60240) 03-09 4runner/07-14FJ

My main issue is that the years on different websites don't match each other with the 4runner years. Toyota also couldn't give the specs on the axle for me only part numbers. I planned on trying to keep my cost down since Toyota wouldn't cover this(plus their axle cost 700+ and they quoted me 2,300for it to be done) I figured I could just buy a "stronger" aftermarket one and get it done within a couple hours.

Any info on the specs of the axle shaft or the capability of the shaft with FJ/Lexus GX460&470 let me know so I can get this thing fixed asap. Also mods please move if there is a better place for this thread!!! thanks

 

[Ole Bones]

Come on guys don't let me down now... :help:

 

[Jetboy]

I would call the retailer you're buying from to make sure it's correct. The toyota part number is the same across the 4th and 5th gen, but that doesn't mean it's not interchangeable.

Also - if you're swapping yourself, make sure you read up on how to remove a rear wheel bearing. It's a PITA without a press. And the way the bearing goes in, it's not easy to cut it out with a cutoff disc. You have to remove it to get the backing plate and bearing cup off that you'll want to re-use. It's not a hard job with the right tools, but it's pretty hard without them. Plan for a worst case scenario - do it on a Saturday when you know the service department is open so if you can't get it you can have them remove the parts you need to keep.

Good luck.

 

[catrains]

Come on guys don't let me down now... :help:

#1] Why did they deny the warranty ? wife whacked the runner into a tree etc ?

#2] go to scrap yard and get the axle or pay the $700 for the new one .
aftermarket is the best ? hell no chineseium metal ...

IF YOU HAD LIFT QUESTIONS ON THIS FORUM YOU WOULD BE LOADED WITH REPLYS...IN .5 SEC.............. lol..

 

[Seattle206]

Unless you have a large hydraulic press in your garage then you will need to find a shop to press out the wheel bearing. I'd also replace the axle seal too while you're at it. Pulling out the old one may mangle it.

I believe the OEM part # for the axle shaft is 4231160242. If you have only one bent shaft why not just replace it with a matching OEM unit? If you plan on going with something stronger I'd swap them both out then.

 

[Seattle206]

IF YOU HAD LIFT QUESTIONS ON THIS FORUM YOU WOULD BE LOADED WITH REPLYS...IN .5 SEC.............. lol..

You got that right. Technical questions I'll go straight to TW to seek questions about answers.

 

[catrains]

Unless you have a large hydraulic press in your garage then you will need to find a shop to press out the wheel bearing. I'd also replace the axle seal too while you're at it. Pulling out the old one may mangle it.

I believe the OEM part # for the axle shaft is 4231160242. If you have only one bent shaft why not just replace it with a matching OEM unit? If you plan on going with something stronger I'd swap them both out then.

I did this axle replacing because an idiot whacked my driver side rear wheel.. had a vibration so I brought to my family members repair shop .. told him what happened and said that axle is bent.. got scrap yard axle $75 .. installed in 30 min .. but this is a GM diff not a runner .. very easy GM runner that is a tough job .. need the tools .....

yes the wheels bearings and seals replaced .. axle bent need those replaced ..

 

[Ole Bones]

#1] Why did they deny the warranty ? wife whacked the runner into a tree etc ?

#2] go to scrap yard and get the axle or pay the $700 for the new one .
aftermarket is the best ? hell no chineseium metal ...

IF YOU HAD LIFT QUESTIONS ON THIS FORUM YOU WOULD BE LOADED WITH REPLYS...IN .5 SEC.............. lol..

#1 They denied the warranty because they said it was an impact that caused the issue.. wasn't by me but I guess a very slight bent axle wasn't noticed by me since I bought it certified used and thought it was in good condition. Not something I feel like I would have had to check before buying so that's my fault. Wasn't crashed by us. Just started to get some bearing noises over this last weekend which made me put it on a lift and put it in drive and see the wobble in the rotor.

#2 No scrap yards have any 5th gen 4runners in their inventory so that's why I made the post to try and get measurements of the axle and don't have any down time with the truck.

Also not sure what lift questions are but let me know haven't been active on a forum in yeeeeaaaaarrrrrrssss..

 

[Ole Bones]

Unless you have a large hydraulic press in your garage then you will need to find a shop to press out the wheel bearing. I'd also replace the axle seal too while you're at it. Pulling out the old one may mangle it.

I believe the OEM part # for the axle shaft is 4231160242. If you have only one bent shaft why not just replace it with a matching OEM unit? If you plan on going with something stronger I'd swap them both out then.

I have a local shop that has a press and tool that bolts to the bearing on the 5th gen 4runner axle. I will be replacing the seal and bearing as well just trying to get the axle specs so I can order a new one. OEM runs 700+ for just the axle. if I can confirm the specs I have then replacing both would happen. And keep the extra OEM one for a spare if I bend a new one on a trail.

 

[Ole Bones]

I would call the retailer you're buying from to make sure it's correct. The toyota part number is the same across the 4th and 5th gen, but that doesn't mean it's not interchangeable.

Also - if you're swapping yourself, make sure you read up on how to remove a rear wheel bearing. It's a PITA without a press. And the way the bearing goes in, it's not easy to cut it out with a cutoff disc. You have to remove it to get the backing plate and bearing cup off that you'll want to re-use. It's not a hard job with the right tools, but it's pretty hard without them. Plan for a worst case scenario - do it on a Saturday when you know the service department is open so if you can't get it you can have them remove the parts you need to keep.

Good luck.

Yeah I would be taking my axle to a shop down the road to press everything on for me. No room for a press in my garage anymore. I was just hoping someone on here knew but ill call a couple places to confirm they fit and fix this rig already.. Thanks

 

[Bayou_Pro]

Why not let the place you are getting the axles from determine the correct axle? If they can't do that compently then I'd find somewhere else to buy from. At least if it's wrong is thier fault.


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[Ole Bones]

Why not let the place you are getting the axles from determine the correct axle? If they can't do that compently then I'd find somewhere else to buy from. At least if it's wrong is thier fault.


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^^^This is what I'm gonna end up doing if no one knows the specs. Just trying not to waste a lot of time with ordering parts I then have to send back once I pull the old one off and notice that its to long or to short.. Thought id ask first is all

 

[catrains]

I would go back to the toyota dealership and do some talk about this . you have the warranty and how did they prove you did the impact ? normally the impact will cause vibs .. now if its noise should be a wheel bearing issue .. perhaps damaged diff oil .. these diff's do get hot when new so I had to change the rear diff gear oil @3K miles.. oil was dark and had specs of black particles in it ..

removal of the axle is how you know it is bent ..
the alloy wheel should have had a good whack on it if it was hit etc etc..

remove rotor and use dial indicator on the axle flange .

 

[Ole Bones]

I would go back to the toyota dealership and do some talk about this . you have the warranty and how did they prove you did the impact ? normally the impact will cause vibs .. now if its noise should be a wheel bearing issue .. perhaps damaged diff oil .. these diff's do get hot when new so I had to change the rear diff gear oil @3K miles.. oil was dark and had specs of black particles in it ..

removal of the axle is how you know it is bent ..
the alloy wheel should have had a good whack on it if it was hit etc etc..

remove rotor and use dial indicator on the axle flange .[/QUOTI

Had to change the diff oil at 3K?? just changed mine at 62k and mine wasn't even that dark.. replaced with redline gear oil. Im just trying to confirm the specs of the axle itself not anything else...

 

[Deep_palancar]

I'll do the thing that irritates me about these forums. I'll offer an answer to a question that you did not ask........

This place has a 2012 front wreck with a right shaft for $250 listed on car-part.

CarBones Auto Parts

 

[Ole Bones]

I'll do the thing that irritates me about these forums. I'll offer an answer to a question that you did not ask........

This place has a 2012 front wreck with a right shaft for $250 listed on car-part.

CarBones Auto Parts

Haha thanks brother it does get irritating but sometimes can help.. just not useful when everyone that responds with the same info I already know. I will check out that wrecker one