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1995 4Runner axle issue

Discussion in '2nd Gen 4Runners (1990-1995)' started by Darrenk, Sep 8, 2018.

  1. Sep 8, 2018 at 5:31 AM
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    Darrenk

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    Hi Guys
    first time post long time viewer

    i got an issue with my 1995 4 runner VZN130R

    i recently purchased it and had a mechanic check it out for me as it had an issue with the brake pedal pulsating and one of the rear wheels was locked up (been sitting a few years)

    he got the wheel free and told me the rear axle was incorrect for my model and that was causing the issue

    He got a replacement one for the right hand side but upon inspecting it today and chucking my 33's on i noticed one wheel sticks out one whole inch longer on the side he replaced??(drivers side) it seems to drive ok but yeah something is definitely wrong

    My thoughts are he put another incorrect axle in and just doesn't want to admit it or the left hand side is incorrect as well and is short some how

    i also had the rear drum brakes replaced with new ones at the same time but they measure up to the old ones

    i don't know the mechanic as he is my dads guy and i dont think hes going to be to much help getting it sorted

    So my question is has anyone else came across this issue when fixing or swapping axles ?
    and is it possible for something else to cause this issue


    Thanks Darren.
     
  2. Sep 8, 2018 at 9:46 PM
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    Kyle11863

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    So the drum is also an in away from the backing plate as well?

    What I suggest is pull the axle and measure how long it is then see what most companies as standard. I know Rockauto lists a cut to fit axle as well as one that is 28.5" long
     
  3. Sep 8, 2018 at 11:11 PM
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    1. The pulsating brake pedal could be ABS if your 4R is equipped with it.

    2. No, your axles should be the same length. I'd recommend finding someone with 10+ yrs experience with Toyotas. It doesn't sound like your dad's guy is up to the challenge of not killing his customer's son because he can't/won't admit he fucked it up potentially worse than it was to start with.

    3. Do a Toyota VIN search to know what the original equipment front & back gear ratios are, they HAVE to match. There's no reason to get a new axle. 2nd gen 4Rs are widely available at salvage yards coast to coast. Just do a google search for what you need & do the research, it's worth it in avoiding clueless mechanics that would rather rig something for a quick buck than do it right. If you really can't find anything in a 2 hr drive radius try looking at YodaJims in Denver.

    4. When dealing with anything drive train related I'd recommend either getting both axle shafts for the same gear ratio as the differential or just replacing the entire axle housing & differential off of another lower mileage 2nd gen 4R that doesn't have any rear end damage. Yes it can be expensive, but just a fraction of the cost of a funeral.
     
  4. Oct 1, 2018 at 5:26 AM
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    Darrenk

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    Update thanks for the info guys sorry for the delay in responding

    Turns out it was the wrong axle how it even fit in the first place is beside me but i now have the correct Axle in and ready for rego

    Can't wait to get her out in the bush and see how she goes

    Cheers darren.
     

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