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 Cracks on rear axel tubes
#780641
01/17/07 12:22 AM
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Anonymous
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On the drivers side axel tubes i have 3 inch cracks just under the spring perches. I was advised to find another axel housing rather than have them welded. Is this the correct way to address them?
The other issue is finding a housing. I was told by toyota that I would need to find one from another '96 4x4 t100 with the automatic. Is this true, or would any 4x4 housing work?
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Re: Cracks on rear axel tubes
#780642
01/17/07 12:52 AM
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This is farely common, just clean it up good and weld it.
97 FZJ80, Stock, Factory Lockers.
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Re: Cracks on rear axel tubes
[Re: Jake97T]
#780643
01/17/07 09:21 AM
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Anonymous
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I have the exact same problem on both sides...any idea where I can find a new axle housing? ![[Linked Image]](http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e388/FOXYMAMMAS666/Picture-1.jpg)
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Re: Cracks on rear axel tubes
#780644
01/17/07 01:44 PM
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I did a quick lookup of axle housings, there is a difference between abs and non abs, but I don't know how significant it is.
The advise they gave you had to do with gear ratios I suspect, which isn't a problem if you use your current pumpkin.
'97 T-100 SR5
'86 Toyota's, the variety pack (all gone)
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Re: Cracks on rear axel tubes
[Re: foxtrapper]
#780645
01/17/07 03:28 PM
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I did a quick lookup of axle housings, there is a difference between abs and non abs, but I don't know how significant it is.
The advise they gave you had to do with gear ratios I suspect, which isn't a problem if you use your current pumpkin. That is correct. And yes, the ABS difference is significant if you plan on reusing your old axleshaft/brake assemblies. Its also possible (?) that the 2wd housing would work too, but you'd have to switch the spring perches from SUA to SOA (spring under axle to spring-over). car-part.com is the first place I'd be looking for housings...
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Re: Cracks on rear axel tubes
#780646
01/17/07 03:29 PM
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very easy to clean up and weld. i did mine and jroc's axles. they have held up just fine.
Scott Landon
1995 T100 - total buildup underway
1988 4Runner (22RE, W56) - new DD
2005 Dodge CTD 4x4 - Tow Beast
1990 Spec Miata
2010 GT3
2013 E92 M3
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Re: Cracks on rear axel tubes
[Re: surlynkid]
#780647
01/17/07 07:13 PM
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Weld them. Had it done twice (re-weld ALL the seams...or else a heavy load unloaded will bring it back elsewhere) (HEY SCOTT! How's the family? And your brother with my ..er his cap?) <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/cheers.gif" alt="" />
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Re: Cracks on rear axel tubes
[Re: ErikB]
#780648
01/17/07 07:26 PM
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Its also possible (?) that the 2wd housing would work too, but you'd have to switch the spring perches from SUA to SOA (spring under axle to spring-over).
That one comes in even more flavors 4 cylinder v6 1/2 ton, non-abs v6 1/2 ton, abs v6 1-ton, non-abs v6 1-ton, abs
'97 T-100 SR5
'86 Toyota's, the variety pack (all gone)
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Re: Cracks on rear axel tubes
[Re: foxtrapper]
#780649
01/17/07 08:27 PM
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Anonymous
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How do you know if the assembly housing is the only thing that is effected, when it happened I was on the way home about 2 minutes from my house...car would vibrate at certain speeds.
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Re: Cracks on rear axel tubes
#780650
01/17/07 10:11 PM
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How do you know if the assembly housing is the only thing that is effected, when it happened I was on the way home about 2 minutes from my house...car would vibrate at certain speeds. the crack does not happen instantly while you are driving down the road. in itself, it will not cause any vibration. check to make sure your diff fluid level is still up. if it is, your vibration is something else. again, it is a simple weld job. just get that hard brake line out of the way before you strike an arc.
Scott Landon
1995 T100 - total buildup underway
1988 4Runner (22RE, W56) - new DD
2005 Dodge CTD 4x4 - Tow Beast
1990 Spec Miata
2010 GT3
2013 E92 M3
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