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Drive Shaft OEM or Aftermarket

Discussion in '4th Gen 4Runners (2003-2009)' started by YodaRunHer, Dec 9, 2023.

  1. Dec 9, 2023 at 6:34 PM
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    YodaRunHer

    YodaRunHer [OP] 05 4Runner V8 4WD

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    I did a thorough inspection of my 05, 4wd, V8 and I noticed at the drive shaft seal (in the middle) flung grease underneath. Question is, should I order an OEM drive shaft, or is there a reliable aftermarket drive shaft I should get?

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  2. Dec 9, 2023 at 7:01 PM
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    xtremewlr

    xtremewlr New Member

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    Unless there is up/down play in the slip joint there, you shouldn't need to replace the driveshaft. Grease flinging out there isn't unusual and is often caused by over greasing the slip joint. That grease looks pretty fresh too. No play there, I wouldn't worry about it.
     
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