Lexus GX470 CV Axle Replacement

[@TimmyTheToolman]

*TORQUE VALUES* *ft-lbf = Foot Pounds Force* *in-lbf = Inch Pounds Force* *Outer Tie Rod* - 67 ft-lbf *Lower Balljoint Bolts* - 118 ft-lbf *CV Axle Nut* - 173 ft-lbf *ABS Metal Bracket Bolt* - 10 ft-lbf *ABS Sensor Bolt* - 73 in-lbf *Wheel Lug Nuts* - 85 ft-lbf

[@Orlando-wn4uc]

Front Stabilzer Links are: 70 N⋅m (714 kgf⋅cm, 52 ft⋅lbf)

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@Orlando-wn4uc Good to know.

[@stayinalivemedical790]

I really appreciate the part numbers being provided throughout the video. Nothing more frustrating when you're watching a video and a part is replaced and you don't know what it was.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks for taking notice. We always provide part numbers for our videos. If we didn't show it in the actual video, you'll find them in the video description or a pinned comment. We also provide links to all the tools we used.

[@masteryoda7583]

I totally agree! Having all the part#’s included on the video and not just hearing it makes a big difference.

[@Shalmaneser1]

@@TimmyTheToolman It's a mystery to me how all these mechanical youtube goobers have millions of followers and do nothing of the sort. "Shazam, Its fixed!!"

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@Shalmaneser1 I wonder this myself. I think it's because those channels are watched more for general knowledge and entertainment value. Our channel is very practical in nature. If you need to maintain, repair or modify something on your Toyota/Lexus SUV or Truck, you come to us.

[@TeamFish15]

Wow! I can’t say enough good things about this tutorial! No stupid music. No over the top self aggrandizement. So many tips and tricks. Well done! Instant subscribe!! Now to binge watch your other videos!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks for the nice compliment. We appreciate it! Welcome to our channel and Happy Wrenching!

[@areitu]

Found this video while looking up how to disconnect the hub from the axle, since I need to replace my outer axle boot. Great step-by-step (credit to the cameraman too) and unlike most of the other videos I found, you clearly show what you're doing and don't suddenly cut to the job being nearly done. Thank you, and keep up the great content!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thank you for the nice compliment. We are very thorough in our approach to making DIY videos. We don't want to confuse people or leave them lost on how we accomplished something. Good to hear you appreciate our methodology and thanks for taking the time to comment. We appreciate it! Happy Wrenching!

[@victorborges9523]

When a professional take the time to share, explain and help, this is the result: a great technical training video.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks Victor. I'm not a professional though. Just a DIYer like you.

[@victorborges9523]

@@TimmyTheToolman Very very admired Timmy, I am an Ase Certified Master Technician, Automotive Mechanics graduate, Automotive Electronics Technologies graduate, BBA with Marketing, graduate in Industrial Trades Education, with 40 years experience in automotive mechanics and electromechanics. Some 11 years teaching and certifying an ASE Master progran through NATEF. And I have to say this: Timmy, your videos are high industrial grade. I am a fan of your presentations. Please continue and prosper in this industry. Good luck and blessings.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@victorborges9523 Wow, thanks Victor. This is a great compliment coming from someone like you. I really appreciate it. You made my night. Happy Wrenching and Teaching!

[@romanduet6]

Does this process work in 03-05 Lexus Rx 300

[@Steve-yl1yg]

WOW! This is the absolute best repair video I've ever seen on KZbin. I'll be doing this job as soon as the parts come in, thanks and hope to see many more.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks for the nice compliment Steve. We really appreciate it! We will be making more videos for the GX470, so stay tuned. Good luck with job and Happy Wrenching!

[@Steve-yl1yg]

Can you use the Red Line 75W90 oil in the front & rear diff and also the transfer case? I have a 06 GX470 with 160K running the original fluid.

[@scottlacy6886]

Thanks for making this video. We bought a GX470 for our son's first truck. We're replacing axles and suspension this weekend!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You're welcome. Good luck with the swap.

[@whiteandnerdy511]

I successfully replaced both CVs tonight after watching this video. Great content!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

That's great to hear. Thanks for commenting and sharing your success story with us. Happy Wrenching!

[@adamdob653]

Excellent stuff Timmy ! I wish all mechanics would take their time and be as particular as you were.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks for the compliment Adam. I appreciate it!

[@cloudpumper6399]

i really appreciate this video. my cv exploded on the trail and this is just about everything i need to get the job done.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Glad our video is helping you out. Good luck with the swap.

[@SimplerKitchen]

The most detailed video on YT, thank you for including even smallest detail.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks for recognizing the detail we offer in our videos. It's something we mostly get compliments for, but sometimes criticism from those that lack the patience for a longer and more detailed video. Happy Wrenching!

[@SimplerKitchen]

@@TimmyTheToolman I understand what you are saying, you will never satisfy all, but for us OCD guys, we love it!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@SimplerKitchen Yep, we figure too much information is always better than too little. I tell people we gear our videos to the absolute beginner so everyone can be successful using our videos as a tutorial rather than just the experienced DIYers or paid mechanics being able to figure out the details we left out. I also tell people nobody is holding a gun to their head forcing them to watch the whole thing. Fast forward to the parts you need clarification on and skip the rest. It's pretty easy but some people just love to criticize, and that's just part of being KZbinrs having to deal with those people. Some people are just straight up A-holes and those people get blocked from our channel. Luckily, the heavy majority that comment are positive and respectful. We appreciate people like yourself. Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@markmitchezee2728]

EXCELLENT VIDEO ! CANT Thank you Enough ! Your videos are Exceptional for many reasons but the fact that you get into & explain each & every particular detail, no matter how small or seemingly insignificant is priceless. As well as providing options for those viewers that don't have the experience, level of expertise or Especially those that don't have that one particular & usually expensive "Special" tool. "What are the options for removal if you don't have the ( $200 ) factory Toyota tool ? " As well as what to watch out for if you DO use this un-recomended / unconventional technique. "Make sure Not to crush the oil seal under the ... Whatever !" for example. Most importantly ... I appreciate the fact that you take very special care to place your camera in Great spot -w- plenty of light so we can see everything your doing. The Biggest problem for most Car Repair pimp's on KZbin like yourself ( a Yuge compliment btw ) is that they assume or simply overlook the fact that their audience might not understand the terminology or take for granted the certain way "things are done". I am quite experienced. Particularly with high-performance Motorcycles so cars are relatively straight forward. But without a doubt ... Many of the biggest roadblocks I consistently experience myself tend to be the some of the smallest & seemingly insignificant details that end up causing the Greatest delays & most confusion. For example ... The direction & precise location of an oil seal or bracket. Which tool will work the best. What you do when something is stuck or slightly damaged. etc ... You are needed more than ever with our ever increasing prices in EVERYTHING but especially in our New "Bidenomics" World of insanely priced New cars are for ing the prices of used cars & repairs & Everything much higher. Forcing many of us to do it ourselves. So you are playing a much Bigger part than you know. Thanks Again & Again & look forward to watching you for many years to come ! Well ... Not really. Like the mechanic I take my car to when it's beyond me. I always tell him. "Thanks & see you later but hopefully not for a WHILE !" Mark ( Seattle )

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hey Mark, I truly appreciate your kind words for what Sean and I do. We absolutely don't want to confuse or lose anyone with our videos, and that's why we gear them to the absolute beginner and provide tons of detail and explanation. Thanks for recognizing us for the effort we put forth documenting jobs for people. Your comment made my day. Happy Wrenching!

[@markmitchezee2728]

Hey Tim, You saved me many hours that I did not have to work on this thing. So ... Thanks Again & Happy HoHo ! @@TimmyTheToolman

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@markmitchezee2728 My pleasure Mark. Merry Christmas to you too.

[@markmitchezee2728]

HUGE FAN ! & HUGE THANK YOU from Seattle ! You have SAVED MY ASS Countless times with the wife's ( 04' ) GX 470. I would like to express my gratitude for your highly detailed & complete videos. Keep up the Great work !

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hey Mark, it's great to know our videos have helped you keep your wife's GX470 on the road. It's also great to know you have an appreciation of how detailed we make our videos. We will, of course, keep on making videos. Thanks for taking the time to comment. We appreciate it! Happy Wrenching, and you're very welcome.

[@Kingaliat305]

Dude this was amazing!!!! I followed exactly how and what you suggested, gave solution to the problems. (My tie rod screw was moving, used the jack to lock it in) Thank you

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You're welcome!

[@rushthezeppelin]

As always great job, Timmy. Was doing my axle seal job on my 3rd gen Sunday (using your part 2 video as my guide, buddy let me try and tackle this mostly myself so only one side took me 8 hours including the brake shoes, next side should go MUCH quicker though) when I realized one of my boots is half torn at the out end of the inner boot. It's not leaking yet and was only showing at full droop up on my buddy's lift. So now I will be using another one of your videos for another major needed repair. Also going to do the OTRE on that side while I'm at it as that boot is going bad on me (which means I can give that part some act right with a hammer instead of using the puller since I don't need to save it). This whole job looks SIGNIFICANTLY easier than the seal though, I'm stoked to get it done and I can do it all at home once I go grab some more tools that I will need anyway for all sorts of jobs.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Great to hear our videos are helping you out. Good luck with the rest of the work. Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@yuriabmxr]

Wow. This is a really well done video. A lot of detail but not a lot of wasted time. Well done and thank you.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Appreciate the kind words! We hope this video convinced you to subscribe to our channel so you can tune into more videos tim the future.

[@cruzernesto78]

I must say this is one great video so helpful and detailed thank you . I think I’m ready to do my wife’s axles now .

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks for the compliment Edy. You're very welcome. Good luck with the axle swaps.

[@matthewbarr-o6c]

I really like how you explain every step. Good job. I don’t have baling wire but a metal clothes hanger may work.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

A clothes hanger is a good substitute! - Sean

[@e-fishinseasportfishingcha9506]

VERY, very good video, well spoken and quite clear, wish there were more of you in the world.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks for the nice compliment. We try our best to deliver very detailed and easy to follow tutorials so even a beginner at turning wrenches can succeed. Happy Wrenching!

[@masteryoda7583]

Thank you so much for making this video it helps me a lot, I have not done anything like this job before but your video helped me a lot I have the exact same model vehicle so this video is PERFECT! Thanks again.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You're very welcome.

[@binyamj]

Great video as usual! Just an FYI, I was told by a tire shop owner to NEVER use power tools with a wheel lock. They’re too fragile and will break, so always use hand tools.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Glad you like the video. That's interesting you mentioned that about the wheel locks become Thanh mentioned that to me the other day when we filmed a brake upgrade on his GX470. I've been using an impact on wheel locks for the last 5 years or so and never had an issue. But, maybe I'll start breaking free the locks with a breaker bar instead just to play it safe.

[@4points4x46]

Hi Timmy, sic cv replacement man! Thanks for helping all the regular joes out there in the inter webs. So did I miss it, or was the sway bar removed before the install? Using your vids as the how-to, I replaced my inner axel seals (Witt’s End rocks) and had to disconnect the sway bar from the spindle to make room to get at the CV. I used C4rs cv sling to pull them, it worked well for me. Keep rocking the vids, even if I don’t need a specific topic, I watch them as there’s so much to learn. Cheers, Mike

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Hey Mike, everything we did to get the CVs out was shown in the video. I don't remember having to disconnect the sway bar but maybe we did. We usually do a complete job of showing everything necessary. Glad our videos are helping you out. Yeah, the Wits End tool does rock. I love that seal installation tool. That's one of my all-time favorite custom tools, because I know what a pain in the ass the seal insertion is without it. We will keep putting out videos. That's cool you watch just to learn. Happy Wrenching!

[@Ty-tie_FTW]

I have used the slide hammer and hook to get the axle out, I just had to put my hand in there and hold the claw tight to that lip on the axle while using my other hand to slide the hammer. It usually takes me about 5 or 6 good whacks but I have found it to be the easiest way for me since I can just sit on a little shop stool and do it from outside the car versus laying down and trying to pound it out

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Yeah slide hammer method is definitely a pretty solid option. Pry bar underneath though also works pretty well, but works best with an extra set of hands holding the cv axle level with the ground. - Sean

[@nickfox1172]

You are THE man Timmy! Your videos are so helpful, thank you sir.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Great to hear you're finding our videos helpful. You're very welcome!

[@dzenan7322]

I love that 3” water heater vent that is taped to 4” furnace vent

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Sic Furnace Mods. I bought the house that way.

[@dzenan7322]

@@TimmyTheToolman BTW that one of the best car repair videos I’ve seen on KZbin. Thank you

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@dzenan7322 Thanks for nice compliment. We appreciate it! You're very welcome.

[@joeblow1688]

Wow.Thank you! I am impressed with all your thorough details on how to do this job. Very well done.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You're very welcome. We always try to be very thorough in the videos we make because we want people to be successful using our videos as a tutorial. Thank and Happy Wrenching!

[@jailbreakoverlander]

Love that little grease gun

[@TimmyTheToolman]

I do too. It's very handy.

[@andrewb2326]

Another great video Tim. Excellent work on the diff drain plug.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks Andrew. We appreciate the compliment.

[@dc5723]

Awesome video! I learned to lift tires like how you did yours when I worked at a Shell station/garage back in to 1970s-1980s.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

I learned it from working at a Chevron station in the early 80s.

[@jamessukup]

Thanks for this video. I'll be doing this job this weekend. I appreciate all the detail and tool suggestions. Should help things go smooth.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You're very welcome James. Good luck with the job.

[@l33america]

just checking for an udpate - were you able to install your CV Axles? Did you use the part # listed here?

[@jamessukup]

@@l33america Yes sir. i did get them installed. I called my local toyota dealership and ordered the exact part # listed here. They had it in the next morning. It went into my 07' GX just fine. admittedly there was a moment of doubt as i sat there pounding on the damn thing w/ a pry bar and my plastic mallet. In that moment i decided to upgrade to a 3lb hammer and it went right in :)

[@l33america]

@@jamessukup nice to hear. how's it so far, performance wise? And is your GX lifted? If so, how high?

[@jamessukup]

@@l33america not lifted, i did a whole suspension refresh along w/ this axle install. upper/lower control arms, springs. shocks, links, bearings, hubs, rotors, brakes. all new front suspension. All oem, so it's basically driving like new again :) i mostly tow a travel trailer and daily drive this thing so a lift isn't going to do me any justice, the adjustable oem suspension however makes towing quite enjoyable.

[@smiller9980]

Best how to videos on the net

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks for the nice compliment. We appreciate it!

[@richardramos1821]

Thanks, Tim. I just ordered some CV axles from napa, says there for lifted vehicles. We’ll see how they hold up. Thanks for your videos!!!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You're welcome Richard. Good luck with the swap.

[@TalhaMirza97]

Is the process the same for a 2013 GX460?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

I've never done this job on a GX460, but I would assume it would be very similar.

[@thainguyen6936]

Excellent video. Just wondering what year is this Lexus? Mine is 2006 and hope it is the same. Thank you for the video.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanh's GX470 is a 2008. There shouldn't be any difference between the 2006 and 2008 in regards to the CV axles.

[@blabistour]

Hi Timmy - Thanks for all your helpful videos. I am busy rebuilding the front end of my 2008 FJ Cruiser, and I had a question regarding the grease used on the wheel side of the CV Axle where it meets the steering knuckle oil seal. What grease do you recommend using, and how liberally should I pack that knuckle cavity? That said, I replaced the oil seals, and a little grease was applied to the rubber portions of the seals by the shop that did the job.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

The knuckle doesn't need to be packed with grease. Just grease the CV axle splines a little with a multipurpose grease and grease the area where the dust seal rides with some grease and assemble.

[@blabistour]

Thanks, Timmy; I appreciate the prompt reply. @@TimmyTheToolman 👍

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@blabistour No problem.

[@thehegt]

Hi sir , Do i need an alignment after this job ?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

No, you don't.

[@MichaelHellmann13]

Would you recommend an alignment since the tie rods were disconnected? I figured it isn''t necessary considering the rod locknut didn't move at all.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@MichaelHellmann13 No, an alignment isn't necessary.

[@veysamounty3798]

You guys are the best 👌

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks!

[@l33america]

any updates from the customer on how the GX460/4runner CV Axles are holding up for his GX470? is it 100% interchangeable? Im reading from some forums that more ribs on the boot might cause more friction and tear more easily. While others say more ribs on the boot allow it to stretch out more and tear less easily

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Everything is good with Thanh's CV axles. By the way, he's not a customer, he's my friend. If the ribs are rubbing because of an increased angle due to a suspension lift, the boots can tear from the friction. Some people go with aftermarket silicone boots that can be stretched out further on the shaft to spread the ribs out further so they don't rub. Some do a boot stretch mod with their OEM boots. We have a video for the boot stretch mod on our channel. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJSmhWeLnKuIitk

[@l33america]

@@TimmyTheToolman thnx Timmy. Would you happen to know how high THanh's lift is? Mine is a 2.5" Ironman lift up front (2" rear). Just wondering if the ribs will rub at that height.

[@firecharger]

Nice! I need to do this job before the snow!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Getter Dun!

[@chrisf2253]

Where is the "100 likes" button?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks Chris.

[@chrisf2253]

@@TimmyTheToolman I can't even tell you how helpful this is. Thanks for your effort in putting these together! You do a great job.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@chrisf2253 No problem Chris. We're here to help. Glad you found our video helpful.

[@CMC_STL]

Thanks for the video! Super helpful!!!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@CMC_STL You're very welcome.

[@Shalmaneser1]

Too late! Stripped! Glad to find out that I'm not the only one with diff plug issues. Two other tips: brass hammer might help prep the plug. I'm going to go with an air hammer for my next try. Then out comes the heat (maybe).

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Good luck getting it out.

[@Shalmaneser1]

@@TimmyTheToolman lol...Thanks. I've never had to use heat on a vehicle.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@Shalmaneser1 There's a first time for everything. The heat really helps getting those stuck drain plugs free.

[@nnannaokoroji8451]

Timmy, thanks again for such wonderful videos. I will definitely to use your videos once I get that 4Runner. Hey, where can I get a service manual for a 2015 Toyota Sienna… Either from Toyota or a secondary provide? Secondly, can you recommend a brake grease for my Sienna? The local dealer told me they cannot sell me their Toyota approved grease oil. I have try one from a local parts store without much luck. Thanks for you help in advance!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

At some point, Toyota stopped making the physical factory service manual books. It's all digital. I know they stopped well before 2015. What I do is buy 2-day memberships to the Toyota Tech Info website for $25. I can download as much as I want over that 48 hour period. techinfo.toyota.com/techInfoPortal/appmanager/t3/ti?_nfpb=true&_pageLabel=ti_home_page&goto=https%3A%2F%2Ftechinfo.toyota.com%3A443%2Fagent%2Fcustom-login-response%3Fstate%3D7zAAAcEKjp5lrUXDagbBhsyJbGY&original_request_url=https%3A%2F%2Ftechinfo.toyota.com%3A443%2F If you go to the bottom of the page and click on the system requirements, they say you need a windows based operating system. I use to use that site with a macbook, but one day when I had issues accessing the site, and called their help line, they told me I needed a computer running windows, so I bought a used laptop on Ebay. Then, not too long ago, some guy told me he has no problem accessing that site with his macbook computer. Kind of weird. Anyway, that's how you can access the FSM info you need. As for brake caliper grease, I use what you can buy at any auto parts store. It's made by CRC. amzn.to/2OMFPoG

[@jdmDC2ftw]

What's the consensus on those beefy extended travel, high articulation cx axels? I'm seeing them at local parts store for like 250$ +/-.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

I usually don't recommend anyone buy CV axles from parts stores. OEM is the better way to go. The only ones I've heard decent reviews about is the Napa Auto Parts axles.

[@Angelo_jeff]

Do u have to drain before u replace cv

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You don’t have to if you lift that side of the vehicle up high enough to give it enough angle not to leak. But leave it level, and you will have gear oil spill out. If you haven’t replaced your gear oil in a long time, this would be a good time to do it. - Sean

[@Angelo_jeff]

@@TimmyTheToolman I haven't ..I got two new front av ready to go in..thanks..mine an 03 ...it's time...I got the motor rebuilt..that's my baby.. 😂.I trust her more than my wife's Mercedes

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@Angelo_jeff if you’re replacing both, then yeah I would drain the diff, then pull the axles. - Sean

[@supitown6013]

Tim, the link for the CV axle (McGeorge Toyota) says they are no longer available. Any other suggestions?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Not really other than using the part number and doing a search.

[@dropdeadsprinterevan]

I like to wrap a ratchet strap around the inner joint and use a small sledge to whack on the strap to pop it free of the diff. I've heard of people using dog leashes too!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks for sharing the technique. Never heard of that one.

[@ChrisBeenRaw]

Will these CV axle's fit a 2006 GX470? the OEM CV axle has a different model number.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Not 100% sure but I would guess those axles would work for any year GX470.

[@1995RangeRover]

Great DIY vid!! Sub'd!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks and welcome to our channel.

[@MikeRoeser]

Fantastic video! Thanks for the effort!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks Mike. You're very welcome!

[@WeekendWrenchTurner]

Great stuff!! Still watching, but made me think of the channel "I do cars" that just tore down a locked up 3UR 4.7l V8. Kind of neat seeing the inside of those🤘🍺

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks Bro!

[@sinelocum]

Very helpful. Thank you, sir.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You're very welcome Mark. I'm glad you found our video helpful.

[@123lolshto]

Great video! Thank you so much!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You're very welcome.

[@Orlando-wn4uc]

Hey Tim! I noticed that the part numbers for the axles you used are 4Runner / FJ Cruiser parts. The Lexus part number is 43430-60061 and covers 2003-2009 GX470s. Are the Toyota parts the same? They're $100 cheaper brand new!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanh did research and said the axles he used were supposedly better. Toyota and Lexus parts are quite often interchangeable. The axles we used in video worked fine, so they should work for you as well.

[@Orlando-wn4uc]

@@TimmyTheToolman You just saved me $200! Thanks... Also. Having the Torque Specs in the pinned comment is incredibly useful. Super awesome...

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@user-nh3pu3lr8k You're welcome Bro! We're here to help.

[@stayinalivemedical790]

How long do you heat it each time?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

I'd say between 10-15 seconds each time. I probably used a bit more heat on the first round. You just keep heating it up and trying to break it free until it pops free fairly easily with a 12 inch ratchet or breaker bar. If you go to a longer ratchet or breaker bar, that's a ton of leverage and when you apply force to it, you have a decent chance of stripping it. So, you just have to be careful and use your best judgment. If you strip it, now you've created more work for yourself.

[@jambangoni]

Awesome video, thanks

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks and you're welcome

[@JLBurg]

What size are those TRD Pro Wheels? 17"s or did you go to something larger?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Don't know the size of his wheels.

[@richardramos1821]

Great Video . Hey Tim , I lifted my 98 4Runner 1 1/2. Both of my boots tore , do you know if I can buy the extended boots already installed from Toyota? Thanks Tim .

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Toyota doesn't sell CVs with extended boots. That's an aftermarket thing.

[@ryanjacobsen9557]

RCV brand hands down

[@TimmyTheToolman]

RCV are bomber, but they are also crazy expensive. I guess if you wheel hard and regularly break axles, RCVs might be the way to go. I'm guessing most people that offroad their GX470s aren't going to wheel them hard enough to be breaking axles all the time.

[@markt7291]

Thanks for video. Excellent as I’m about to do the 4th gen CV’s.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You're welcome Mark. Good luck with the job.

[@jambangoni]

Great video

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks

[@tself77]

Interesting that Toyota Parts is selling their own reman axles now. Do they have these for the FJC and 4R’s yet? Last time I looked at replacing my factory ones in my FJC you would be around the $7-800 range.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Not sure if they're selling them for the FJ Cruiser or 4runners yet. I thought based on the price that the ones you get for 3rd Gen 4runners were remanned.

[@Paiadakine]

Subscribed.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thank you! 😊

[@williamtsol636]

I just replaced mine not too long ago ! 👍

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Well, good job William. We're giving you a virtual smiley face and 5 stars on your Automotive Wrenching Report Card.

[@williamtsol636]

@@TimmyTheToolman lol I just paid $1300 for a new clutch ! I think I got fukd ! That's an F on my report card ! Very similar to my high school report card ! All F's. Means Fantastic !

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@williamtsol636 You PAID? Report to my office. You're in detention mister for quite some time for that mistake. Actually $1300 isn't bad for parts and labor for a clutch job. It's a decent amount of work.

[@williamtsol636]

@@TimmyTheToolman Yeah I paid ! Bent over and paid ! Oh well ! Live and burn ! 😏 I guess that's why God invented weed !

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@williamtsol636 Smoking Dope and Jumping Rope is what I always say.

[@Wanyekerr]

Hey Timmy I have a question I test drove a 05 gx470 and when I tried to use the 4wd I went from neutral in the trans and shifted to N in the transaxle and tried going into Lo but it was grinding then I tried going back to Hi and its also grinding is that normal ?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

I've had that happen to me in my 3rd Gen 4runner. If you make the shift faster, it will grind less. It also makes a difference if the engine is cold and the idle is high. When the idle is normal, it will grind less.

[@Wanyekerr]

@@TimmyTheToolman thank you so much appreciate it 🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@Wanyekerr No Problem

[@franklising1575]

Is this cv axle compatible to all GX470 regardless of the year made ???

[@TimmyTheToolman]

I would assume so but I can't say for sure. It wouldn't make sense for Lexus to change the axles for the a different year of the same model.

[@Wanyekerr]

Would you say this is a easy job to do?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Yes, if you have the tools and you follow our tutorial, it's not hard. Having a buddy to help is always nice though.

[@Wanyekerr]

@@TimmyTheToolman how long would you say would the job take for both sides?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@Wanyekerr It's hard to give people estimates because everyone works at different paces. If I had to give you an estimate and knowing it's your first time doing the job, set aside 3-4 hours to accomplish it.

[@dannynguyen8963]

How awesome ! Appreciate your content !

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks Danny.

[@E39M5SPEED]

Good job

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks!

[@ramireznico]

Great job thanks for sharing, is the same on land cruiser prado 120 series and is a heavy job and needs some skills to do it…

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You're very welcome.

[@antoniomiranda535]

Thanks I like how you do

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You're welcome Antonio.

[@stco2426]

Interesting and informative. There are so very many tips in this and all your vids, very many thanks. Am just getting into pulling out the front drive shafts on my ’93 Toyota 4x4 (7 and a half inch front diff) as I’ve a split boot one side and will do the other at the same time as it’s a bit poor (everything is original and ~30y old). Unlikely to replace the shafts themselves (part-time 4x4 with AISIN hubs) but will also do the inner seals. On my van the fill and drain washers are the same part. Worth noting it’s possible to get a 10-part kit of crush washers. The part number is (unsurprisingly) ‘12157-10010-10’ and I think it’s handy to have the spares. Glad I’ve got the other diff fill and drain plus that have 24mm hex socket (all 8 on my van). My oil seals also seem to be the same on each side, which is nice. Like the comment on having the C clip opening down. Agree with the cotter-pin comments. Now need to go and re-watch your driveshaft reboot video. Cheers.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Glad you found the video informative. For the seal installs, you might want to check out this tool from Wit's End. It's awesome. The long handle with the seal driver plate makes it super easy to install the diff seals. absolute-wits-end.com/extended-handles-for-seal-drive-tools-18/

[@twowayyo11]

Well done! Great video. Thank you.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks!. We're glad you like and you're very welcome.

[@buctorque4313]

Great video mate, but for safety , never just rely on one jack stand to hold the vehicle up

[@TimmyTheToolman]

We do it all the time. The jack stands I use are rated for 6 tons. There's been many jobs I've done where we have all 4 wheels off the ground. So now instead of 4 jack stands, you're saying I should now have 8. I understand the benefits of redundancy but now I'd have less room to work with all the extra jack stands in the way. A jack stand failure is beyond rare. It would be like getting struck by lightning or winning the lottery. The times people are really risking their lives is when they rely solely on a small bottle jack or other hydraulic jack to hold their vehicle up. Now that is dangerous and foolish. Jack stands were made for safety. So, I appreciate your concern for our safety, but we are being safe by using jack stands. That what they were made for. Glad you like the video.

[@luiselias1887]

Gx470 owners or anyone what is the part # for the bolts 🔩 that go on the front drive shaft also known as the front propeller? I lost mine and I need to get a new set. Thank you

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Just buy them from your local Lexus dealer parts department. They can't be that much. I doubt anyone is going to be able to give you the answer you're looking for on our channel.

[@luiselias1887]

@@TimmyTheToolman thank you

[@TC-en7vi]

Thanks!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

You're welcome!

[@charliepham6889]

nice job Timmy Thanks

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks Charlie. You're welcome.

[@UpNorthOutWest]

Tim the 🐐!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks Bro!

[@wilurbean]

You're not using the slide right. You need a CV specific end for it

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Got a link to the right adapter that would attach to my OTC slide hammer puller? That would be helpful if you do.

[@bryanarndt416]

Tim much appreciated. Toyota however tells me the correct axle# is: 43430 60061-84 by my VIN# (I also have same 2008 Lexus GX470) Your video says # is : 43430 60082-84 Would the better inner boot you mention be something that average Toyota parts guy would not know about, therefore not having the part# you mention in this video???

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Not sure Bryan. I was passing on information from my buddy Thanh. I never did my own research on the CV axle part numbers.

[@bryanarndt416]

@@TimmyTheToolman Well I'm hoping I'm safe on ordering the exact ones that you replaced with on the video..... mainly because I can find and get those (43430 60082-84) as apparently they worked and fit fine for your buddy's exact same year and model vehicle. I can not find to purchase the ones Toyota says are made for my 2008 Lexus GX470 which again was (43430 60061-84) ????

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@bryanarndt416 Yeah, Bryan, if you order the same ones Thanh bought, they will obviously work for you as well.

[@l33america]

@@bryanarndt416 did you end up getting the 5th gen 4runner/Gx460 CV Axles part 43430 60082-84? everything working well for you GX470?

[@dc5723]

That would be me, since I'm in there might as well replace the seals.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

We should have done it, his passenger side started leaking. Luck of the draw. That video will be filmed tomorrow.

[@dc5723]

@@TimmyTheToolman I've been there as well. Didn't replace something since I was in there then after buttoning everything up, the part I should have replaced went bad or started leaking.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@dc5723 CV axles are pretty easy to remove so it's not a huge deal to me. For bigger and more involved jobs like a timing belt job, I'll replace all the seals I can while I'm in there.

[@alfonsosada8116]

Real good thank you

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks. You're welcome Alfonso.

[@tonebonejones3886]

Well done

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks!

[@buctorque4313]

What I should have said was as extra precaution I always push the wheel I have taken off under the vehicle so the car can't flatten you if it wobbles off balance. Just trying to help your viewers make their own choice.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Yeah, I've shoved the wheel under the rig before as well. But, I've gotten to the point that I believe if a jack stand actually failed with me under the vehicle, it was divine intervention, because it is so rare, it would have to be a miracle. I take more risks driving in traffic everyday and riding my mountain bike.

[@many4173]

Oem only only only

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Yes, yes, yes.

[@chuckj1835]

Ok. So, my drain plug is stripped. How do I get this out??

[@TimmyTheToolman]

This video will give you some ideas: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nnfRgJigqZiJf7c

[@stevenisacoolname2]

The dudes!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

The Dude man bros!

[@pjc4425]

Off topic Stay away from Advance Auto - 3gen Carquest CV axles. Their total trash!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Good to know. I usually tell people to steer clear of aftermarket but I've heard decent things about Napa axles.

[@pjc4425]

@@TimmyTheToolman Yes NAPA good stuff. I used those to replace 1 year old rusty , boot damaged Carquest.

[@SkinnySkinch]

I cant believe of all bolts the only one you actually torque is the wheel lugs 😂

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@SkinnySkinch Come on, dude. You clearly didn't watch the whole video but just skimmed through it. We torqued everything that's critical, like the outer tie rods, lower ball joints, and CV axle nuts. Things like ABS bracket bolts aren't that important to torque. Your stupid comment on our work really didn't deserve a response. I should have just deleted it, but maybe there's hope for you, and you'll learn something from this. Before you comment on a video, first, actually watch it.

[@SkinnySkinch]

@@TimmyTheToolman So butthurt over my comment Timmy 😂

[@matthewgiangarra3535]

Took off way too many parts. Other videos show MUCH easier way to do this.

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks for the comment, but what were the extra parts that didn’t need to come off? Can you share a link of the other videos that show a different method?

[@matthewgiangarra3535]

The wheel nut, ball joint and the lower 2 knuckle bolts are all that has to come off. Whole unit pulls off the axel and you have plenty of room to knock out the inner part of the axel. I am a complete noob at mechanic work. Love you videos! Did one your way and then did one the other one the other way and it was much easier not taking out the other things.@@TimmyTheToolman

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@matthewgiangarra3535 There's always different ways to get a job done. Your "MUCH" easier claim, isn't an accurate assessment of our work compared to other ways. I always prefer to get the outer tie rod disconnected from the knuckle to have plenty of room to work. I also like to avoid tugging on things like ABS sensors so I don't damage them because they are very expensive to replace. By the way, the method we showed came straight out of the Toyota factory service manual. Sometimes there's ways to cut corners like you've found in other videos and that's great if it works. I just don't appreciate the initial comment you made. It's 100% negative toward our efforts to help people. What I know is if people follow our tutorial, they will be 100% successful. If it means they possibly disconnected more than they needed because there was another way it could be done, that's not a concern of mine. We showed them how to get the job done based off the Toyota FSM instructions. As far as I'm concerned, we did our job and did it well. I have no problem receiving constructive criticism if the delivery is respectful. Instead of just saying what you said, you could have said it something like: "Hey Tim, great video. I did however find you can actually get the CV axle out without having to disconnect the outer tie rod or disconnect the ABS sensor." Do you see how that comment would be better received by me than your original comment which basically shit all over our hard work? From your picture, you're not exactly a young dude. I shouldn't really need to explain "Tact" to you when speaking with people, but your first comment lacked tact in a big way. So Matt, I hope you learned something from this exchange. We put a lot of effort into our videos all in the name of helping people. When people come at us like you did, it's never received well.

[@matthewgiangarra3535]

WOW. You got some thin skin. My initial comment was very simple observation to let the VIEWERS know there were other methods to seek out if they wanted to do the job "easier". How the hell did I say anything rude? Did not even mention your name. Even gave you a thumbs up. WOW. You need a reality check. You are not the best mechanic on the internet buddy. Lost my subscription for sure. HACK!@@TimmyTheToolman

[@ultranadax6852]

Great vid - thanks for the info!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Thanks and you're welcome.

[@paulhong732]

❤❤❤🎉

[@jackk687]

Hi When I look that part number up 43430-60082-84 on line its for a later model 4runner or a GX460 will it still fit a GX470?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

Yes, it will fit.

[@jackk687]

@@TimmyTheToolman cool thanks!!

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@jackk687 You're welcome.

[@user-xi6vl9bg9v]

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[@user-xi6vl9bg9v]

@Timmy The Toolman What year was that gx470 that you worked on?

[@TimmyTheToolman]

@@user-xi6vl9bg9v 2008

[@MS-ij1tq]

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[@TimmyTheToolman]

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[@TimmyTheToolman]

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