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1st Gen. Lunch Table - General Discussion

Discussion in '1st Gen Tundras (2000-2006)' started by NUDRAT, Jan 18, 2020.

  1. Jan 11, 2023 at 7:34 AM
    des2mtn

    des2mtn Third Member

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    Lucas 75w-90 for the t-case and front diff. Buy this or use the part numbers for the gaskets: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DFJ24WD?ie=UTF8
     
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  2. Jan 11, 2023 at 7:51 AM
    shifty`

    shifty` Is the Gila Copter a love machine?

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  3. Jan 11, 2023 at 8:38 AM
    Jack McCarthy

    Jack McCarthy Truck repair enthusiast; Rust Aficionado

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    I don't get why Toyota doesn't make the washer for the transfer case an aluminum crush gasket instead of a flat washer. Who wants to bother checking torque numbers on a fill/drain?
     
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  4. Jan 11, 2023 at 7:51 PM
    NickB_01TRD

    NickB_01TRD You don't need less cars, just more driveway.

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    Thought the later trucks (04-06) called for 75w140 in the rear diff. Or is it only the 2wd trucks?
     
  5. Jan 11, 2023 at 9:14 PM
    KNABORES

    KNABORES Sarcasm incoming

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    Went Royal Purple in my gear cases last time around. It was on sale for 12.99/qt at the Irish auto parts. No other reason than that. Full synth. May never have to change it again.
     
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  6. Jan 11, 2023 at 10:11 PM
    CodyP

    CodyP Such a n00b

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    I still have royal purple in my diffs but last I checked it was on the bottom end of good stuff to use so I may change to something else next time.
     
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  7. Jan 11, 2023 at 10:13 PM
    empty_lord

    empty_lord They see me rollin'

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    technically the 2WD models did have different diffs.. they had the flange with a funky damper on it... no idea on ratios
     
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  8. Jan 11, 2023 at 11:08 PM
    alb1k

    alb1k Always Coming From Take Me Down

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    I'm using Lucas 85-140 in my only diff per the cool write-up at East Coast Diffs on temps. I must be crazy because I never changed a crush washer in at least 4 oil replacements. And no torque wrench just feel. I'll say uncle if anything ever leaks.
     
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  9. Jan 12, 2023 at 12:40 AM
    FirstGenVol

    FirstGenVol Brake Czar

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    I was using R.P too and you are correct. The staff at East Coast Gear Supply said it was one of the worst in their opinion. I've been running Lucas for a few years now.
     
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  10. Jan 12, 2023 at 6:01 AM
    txagg

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    Did the same on mine! Other than the one that was missing a washer all together. No leaks either
     
  11. Jan 12, 2023 at 6:14 AM
    FirstGenVol

    FirstGenVol Brake Czar

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    I'm 95% sure my diff plugs have no washer. I just torque to spec and haven't had issues. I should probably order some.
     
  12. Jan 12, 2023 at 6:16 AM
    FirstGenVol

    FirstGenVol Brake Czar

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  13. Jan 12, 2023 at 6:31 AM
    Jack McCarthy

    Jack McCarthy Truck repair enthusiast; Rust Aficionado

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    You won’t know for sure until you take the plug out and look for it rusted to the bottom side of the plug. I thought that myself originally as well.
     
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  14. Jan 12, 2023 at 9:29 AM
    shifty`

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    I only replace every 2nd or 3rd OC if not a crush washer. I always try to have half one crush washer for every 2-3 filters on-hand. Right now, have 6 filters, 2 crush washers. :crazy:

    I was always of the mindset crushwashers were more about saving threads on your pan/enclosure. They create a torque cushion. But I've never actually looked up the purpose, I just make a point of changing the 1st time I'm in something, then every 2nd or 3rd removal after.

    Dunno, they're showing three different options as 'compatible' in most cases. Here's what they list for my '06, for front diff, rear LSD, and tc, in that order. Looks like they're saying I could go 75w110 or 80w90 for all three if I really wanted, seems like overkill to me though. only 10% more per qt for 75w110 though (WARNING EDIT: I ended up with chatter using synthetic fluids with my LSD rear, don't do it! Just use Lucas 80w90, it works, no chatter. No amount of slip additive was helping get rid of chatter, just ... it's not worth it!):

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  15. Jan 12, 2023 at 9:35 AM
    Mr.bee

    Mr.bee King Turdra

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    I plan to use whale squeezings in my front diff, and seal squeezings in the rear (because lsd).
     
  16. Jan 12, 2023 at 10:49 AM
    shifty`

    shifty` Is the Gila Copter a love machine?

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    So my "tl;dr" read on this is ...

    Skip anything in the red box. For the green box, Toyota's OEM fluids are solid & competent, Mobil 1 synthetic is better than Toyota, Amsoil severe duty and Redline shockproof are identical with Lucas a notch above. For anyone that's colorblind, my apologies, I should've opted for better colors.

    Sounds like as long as you go with something in the green box or their Lucas reco, you'll see at least OEM uality, or increasingly better. I originally intended just to go Mobile 1, they're usually my go-to oil of choice, so I feel better knowing what I planned to use 2 years ago would've been fine.

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  17. Jan 12, 2023 at 10:55 AM
    Mr.bee

    Mr.bee King Turdra

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    At this point, you should call up a gear manufacturer and have them cut you a pair of 3.55's. Make both first gears earn their keep.
     
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  18. Jan 12, 2023 at 11:05 AM
    shifty`

    shifty` Is the Gila Copter a love machine?

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    Or just say "SCREW IT!" and buy some LSD instead, gobble it down, and not give a diff anymore. :rofl:
     
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  19. Jan 12, 2023 at 11:23 AM
    Mr.bee

    Mr.bee King Turdra

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    Locker. A rear locker in 2wd was pretty impressive on wumbo's truck. But i'm biased, because if i had a fun switch on my axle i'd most definitely abuse it.
     
  20. Jan 12, 2023 at 1:46 PM
    shifty`

    shifty` Is the Gila Copter a love machine?

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    Well, I ended up heeding ECGS' advice, and going with what GL-5 synthetic I could get heavily-discounted locally, and a brand I trust. Opted for Mobil 1 75w-140 LS.

    It's one of my preferred brands, designed for limited slip applications, good additive package, locally available, roughly same cost as Amsoil Severe Gear. Except I got almost $50 off using my $10 SpeedPerks and - fyi to anyone reading this - a limited-time 25% off coupon for Advance Auto Parts, code: 755Z1.

    Out the door w/7qt + tax + free ship @ $120. If you need auto parts right now, you may want to take advantage of that 25% off code.

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  21. Jan 12, 2023 at 2:59 PM
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    daveeasa FBC Harness Solutions

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    PNWhandledemonium starting soon. Step 1, rear brakes on the minivan.
     
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  22. Jan 12, 2023 at 3:14 PM
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    KNABORES Sarcasm incoming

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    Minivans need brakes? How fast can they go?
     
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  23. Jan 12, 2023 at 5:49 PM
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    daveeasa FBC Harness Solutions

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    Hmm, replace? Seems like maybe.

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  24. Jan 12, 2023 at 5:52 PM
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    Jack McCarthy Truck repair enthusiast; Rust Aficionado

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    Flex seal! :D
     
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  25. Jan 12, 2023 at 6:07 PM
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    KNABORES Sarcasm incoming

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    Definitely replace
     
  26. Jan 12, 2023 at 6:27 PM
    Sunnier

    Sunnier Pity the warrior that slays all his foes

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    Ooh. Not a shallow cut.
     
  27. Jan 12, 2023 at 6:36 PM
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    I'd put it on the back and send it.
     
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  28. Jan 12, 2023 at 6:38 PM
    shifty`

    shifty` Is the Gila Copter a love machine?

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    Always on sidewall damage. If the tire wasn't distorted on both sides of the gash it'd be way tougher for me to say.

    Once that thing heats up after a few dozen miles on the road, it's liable to prolapse itself.
     
  29. Jan 12, 2023 at 6:40 PM
    NUDRAT

    NUDRAT [OP] 6 lug life

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    https://youtu.be/dKwnE_jR8l8?t=17

    does anyone recall Harold & Maude?
     
  30. Jan 12, 2023 at 6:43 PM
    shifty`

    shifty` Is the Gila Copter a love machine?

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    LOL

    Isn't that movie clip from Harold & Maude? Yup. That movie was full of Cat Stevens songs. Don't get me wrong, I generally like his pre-conversion-era music.

    Have you ever watched that movie? Hello, Missus Robinson. :rofl:
     
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