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Rear end needs replacing

Discussion in '3rd Gen 4Runners (1996-2002)' started by Louise 2000, Mar 29, 2021.

  1. Mar 29, 2021 at 6:24 PM
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    Louise 2000

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    Hi.
    I have 2000 4Runner 6cyl 5spd 4wd with 190,000 miles. The rear end was replaced 6 months after I bought it with only 50,000 miles! Ya, really!

    Rear end went bye-bye again last month!!
    My guy having hard time finding one for manual transmission, as he informed me today....ugh!

    I've got a few older truck welder guys who have tended to frame issues when needed, over last 5 years.
    Yes, it's old, but always fixed!

    Any comments and advice?
    I live in Massachusetts, south of Boston.
    Thx, Chris
     
    Louise 2000, Mar 29, 2021
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  2. Mar 29, 2021 at 6:29 PM
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    SlvrSlug

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    SlvrSlug Slightly bent.

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    I can’t help you, but welcome to the forum.
     
    SlvrSlug, Mar 29, 2021
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  3. Mar 29, 2021 at 6:36 PM
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    Louise 2000

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    Thx. Suggestions, parts info ....all welcome!
    I can't imagine that there isn't one out there somewhere. I see them online, I guess I need more information regarding part(s). Many mechanic folk are looking for me. Fingers are crossed!
     
    Louise 2000, Mar 29, 2021
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  4. Mar 30, 2021 at 6:59 AM
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    Can't believe the rear end was different for a manual vs an automatic. Maybe just the gear ratio was different?

    Why can't the old one be rebuilt?
     
    negusm, Mar 30, 2021
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  5. Mar 30, 2021 at 8:14 AM
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    Louise 2000

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    Im looking into, others are too.
     
    Louise 2000, Mar 30, 2021
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  6. Mar 31, 2021 at 5:29 AM
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    Only difference is the gear ratio. My 99 w/5spd is 4.10, autos are 4.30 is the issue with your axle housing or 3rd member?
     
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  7. Mar 31, 2021 at 9:03 AM
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    Louise 2000

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    Louise 2000 [OP] New Member

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    Hi M ....thx for reply.
    My 2000 4Runner w/5spd is 41.0. My trusted retired mechanic friend said I need rear axle assembly wheel to wheel. And I located one as well. Waiting to hear on a work date. Fingers crossed.
     
    Louise 2000, Mar 31, 2021
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  8. Apr 2, 2021 at 10:53 PM
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    Louise 2000

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    Louise 2000 [OP] New Member

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    Well, my 2000 4Runner goes to shop next week. My guy gonna gonna do a deep dive and hopefully give me good news at a not too steep price.
     
    Louise 2000, Apr 2, 2021
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