Most Important Repair - How To Replace Lower Ball Joint For Your 4Runner / Tacoma / Tundra / Sequoia

[@PhoRunner]

17:29 If you can't get the tie rod castle nut to tighten because it just keeps spinning, you can use a pry bar and pry up on it to add tension to it. Pry between the lower balljoin and tie rod. That will allow you to tighten the nut.

[@danielleonard2548]

you are a lifesaver, I was about to go buy new tie rod ends

[@brucewayne2773]

I don't even own a 4runner and I watched the entire video because you are so thorough and very good at explaining what's important. Excellent editing also.

[@PhoRunner]

Thanks Bruce

[@mikechalette886]

@@PhoRunner are there any tell tale signs to know before it's to late?

[@PhoRunner]

I don’t know any lol

[@houndhunter4106]

@@mikechalette886 if you just jack up the front end and jerk the tire around side to side, and up and down, you will notice if the ball joints are worn out.

[@cbdreamer1709]

Do you now want a 4Runner?

[@zaintahir9038]

Hard to express through words just how grateful I am to you for making this video. You gave me the confidence to tackle this job on my own!

[@PhoRunner]

Anytime!! Glad it was helpful

[@duckgitr453]

Glad I found the video as I wait for a tow truck since my ball joint decided today was the day

[@ChambersCustom]

Dude, you are helping me incredibly with my two 4runners. But I'm not gonna lie, you crack me up wearing no shoes working on trucks! Keep up the great vids. You're a fabulous teacher.

[@PhoRunner]

Thx for tuning in and glad I could help. Lol it was a hot day and barefoot wrenching was kinda nice

[@sirridok]

"Its an Asian thing" according to my homeboy 😂

[@yoda1090]

This kit saved me more then $30... the canadian dealership was quoting EACH lower ball joint at $250 (before tax), luckily I saw this video and gave the kit Part number and it cost $200 (before tax) for the kit. Thank you!

[@PhoRunner]

Nice!!

[@tylerd281]

Where did you get the kit in Canada? I'm in the same boat

[@yoda1090]

@@tylerd281 From my local Toyota dealership (unless you saw this video, they won't mention the kit)

[@ark8tct]

This was an amazing video. Thorough, detailed, great video angles. No idea why someone gave a thumbs down. I’d love to see what kind of video is acceptable for them. Thanks so much for taking the time and the energy to film and share this. I just worked on my car today, and I know filming it would just have drug out the process, and that’s not even ensuring I had great camera angles, adjusting the camera, explaining stuff, and then editing the video on top of all that. Thanks again - a lot!

[@PhoRunner]

No problem bud!! Just helping out the community. ThAnks for tuning in!

[@nsashby]

This is a great tutorial. I like how you are pragmatic about what the manual says, and what most people actually do. With the right tools (23mm and 33mm ball joint press, breaker bar, cotter pin puller) the job takes about an hour per side and is no more complicated than changing brake pads and discs.

[@PhoRunner]

I try to research the topic and find common or easy ways to accomplish the task for y’all.

[@TheYubja]

this gentleman is legitimate. thanks for the guidance and professionalism

[@PhoRunner]

You’re welcome!!

[@mishelefriedman465]

Extra points for doing the entire repair barefoot!!!

[@PhoRunner]

Lol just some of it. I noticed the noise was coming into the Audio from my slippers so I took them off

[@mishelefriedman465]

Awesome vids tho man, very informative. Much thanks

[@PhoRunner]

No problem :)

[@giantd]

Best video I've seen in a while. Love it when you tell us what size sockets and wrench to bring before we get down on the ground. Gotta say that hand in the pinch point at 14:57 had me on edge......Mine is a 2001 Extracab TRD Tacoma, bought new, 255,000 miles. No rust, original alternator (did change the brushs but they were still long). I was looking how to check the ball joints, thx.

[@PhoRunner]

I probably could have secured that better lol. I try to lay out the tools since I hate not having everything I need before starting a job. Fun tidbit: I usually shoot that scene after the job is done. :)

[@johnlivingston9217]

Thanks for the very detailed and clear instruction, my guess is you've done this job more than once before. Well done, man!

[@PhoRunner]

Most definitely! I have done it many times tearing apart my suspension :)

[@ljgarrison8374]

I’m an old lady and could care less about car repairs. But…buying a used 2000 for a son so I started to watch your channel. And my other son is a mechanic. You are amazing how you present these problems and repairs. Very interesting! Well, I’m hooked now. Crazy!

[@PhoRunner]

I’m happy you are here!!

[@garage779]

2002 4wd LTD. 322,xxx miles, second owner since January 2013 and 144,xxx miles. Everything looks original under there now. Replacing upper and lower control arms, and sway bar bushings along with ball joints next week. Great vid, great editing. Keep up the PhoRunner content!

[@PhoRunner]

Thanks bud! Those lowers can be rebuilt with white line bushings. Uppers, maybe go spc/jba

[@garage779]

@@PhoRunner ordered JBA. Arrive 28 June. Awesome customer service. Thx!

[@2011.5BBC]

Thank you for this video! Doing my surf soon! Anyone wondering if these are the same part numbers for a 3rd gen Toyota Surf (KZN185)…the answer is yes. 😊

[@PhoRunner]

Nice!

[@Letti11]

You're a savage doing this in your sandals. Makes me think I can do this repair on my 2000 4runner.

[@PhoRunner]

I do most of my videos in sandals lol >_

[@christopherbrown5338]

Top notch info. Thank you for your effort in putting this all together. I have a 2000 4x4 most likely on the originals. Any idea why mine would not be on the recall list as well?

[@briantumwijukyenichanor1764]

Hey, thank you for the video. I was wondering if that recall kit works on the prado 90 series and did that kit settle the problem of ball joint total failure causing wheel to collapsing

[@rayurena3789]

Great Video on how to! I've been running Moog ball joints for awhile with no issues!

[@EstebanGamboaDev]

Dudeeee! you deserve all the praise, this is high quality and you make it look easy enough to tell your mechanic to get it right :D

[@PhoRunner]

Lol have them watch the video before they do your lbjs hahaha I’m kidding.

[@ryanwong9740]

Awesome video as usual! Just swapped mine out over the weekend but then discovered my outer tie rod boots were torn. New project and waiting for parts….

[@PhoRunner]

All good. Baby steps. Moog is fine for this hehe

[@frankdelucey2137]

Just had a passenger side fail 2000 SR5 4Runner 248,000+miles. Think they were the original. Bought Mooge replacements. 4 bolts 1 Castle nut 1 pin for castle nut And red locktight. Some scuff marks on inside of wheel. Pulled forward about 4-5ft and loud noise. Got out and seen my wheel turned slightly Fun lol

[@PhoRunner]

Lol wow

[@Nessal83]

Moog isn't what they were three decades ago. All made in china with questionable quality. You should redo it soon with OEM. Not worth your life and limb trying to save a few dollars.

[@frankdelucey2137]

@@Nessal83 Already installed. Usually I would get oem parts but I needed it fixed then not days later. Probably going to get the oem lowers and uppers when I order the oem rear passenger seatbelt as it is not retracting all the time. You are correct though, cheap parts are exelent for on the fly fixes but not long term solutions. Don't get me wrong I'm not against cheap parts just the ones that I don't have to risk my life with lol

[@Nessal83]

@@frankdelucey2137 yeah totally agree. Certain parts like this where quality is all over the place and for such a critical part, I only go OEM. But if it's rotors and pads or stuff like that, I go with a good aftermarket brand. Wish you the best.

[@PhoRunner]

Yeah. I’d be ok with aftermarket brakes but my aftermarket ones squeaked so much in reverse lmao. I had to go oem for those pads too

[@huey8431]

I liked your video so much I almost bought the parts on the link and then realized I have a 2005 Sequoia.

[@PhoRunner]

Lol!

[@yamatomusashi1412]

thank you for speak good and understand engrish language. u understand all.

[@PhoRunner]

No problem!

[@yamatomusashi1412]

yes very easy follow your explain. and not speak very fast. thank you. very nice 4runner you own. my 4runner is 1991 4runner.

[@_No_Bueno]

Proud owner of a 97 4Runner. Your videos are informative and easy to follow. Liked and subscribed!!

[@PhoRunner]

Thanks 👍

[@stargazer9172]

Had this happen twice while driving. Thank God I was going slow both times! Once the ball joint breaks its game over , you're stranded cause the freaking tire comes off the car! Good video. Thanks for torque specs

[@PhoRunner]

Yikes! Sometimes you can strap it back together if it’s not too bad of a catastrophe

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

The moog 555 greasable lower ball joints work extremely well been using 1 set on each if my rigs for 5 plus years now I grease then after every oil change

[@PhoRunner]

Good to know

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

@@chuckerchuckerton7046 the ones I was talking about are still made by moog

[@Gowaduv]

Check that the Moog LBJs you get have the 555 mark and look like the set in this video. Moog also ships non-555 LBJs but the castings look like crap and have a domed cover on the bottom side (the one shown in this video have a flat cover).

[@vanleigh6796]

I'm getting ready to do this and a bunch of other front end work including replacing the control arms. I just want to clarify, I don't need a ball joint press? This video is incredibly informative, thank you so much for making it!

[@PhoRunner]

You only need a balljoint press for the upper balljoint.

[@scubbarookie]

Coincidentally; this was one of the first updates I made on my 99 4Runner. Besides changing the oil, I also replaced the manual and transfer case oil with Redline's MT-90, because it's GL-4 rating, making it safe for the brass rings in the 5 speed. I also did the rear diff with Lucas full synthetic 75w-90 because of better cooling properties. I changed all the drain plugs with GoldPlugs; made in U.S.A. mainly for the stronger magnet! I did order the lower ball joints from McGeorge Toyota in Virginia. Great prices from a dealership! I had no idea there was a recall kit! The main reason for going with genuine Toyota ball joints was that mine were the original at 328,000 original miles! This is why the factory parts may hands down be the safest bet, if you want to be as safe as possible. Thank you for this important information! I also ordered the 8 flange bolts and used the blue Locktite as a standard! Take good care brother! ❤🌄

[@PhoRunner]

Very nice!! I used 75w-90 Lucas in all my diffs and transfer case and have had no issues. I take mine all over so I want to be safe!!

[@natevanlandingham1945]

I was thinking the Sequoia rear which I don't see why it would be different than the 4runner called for 140w in the rear?

[@PhoRunner]

Interesting. Maybe heavier vehicle??

[@natevanlandingham1945]

@@PhoRunner you have me wondering now if I am remembering correctly. I am going to go look at the owners manual or service manual.

[@natevanlandingham1945]

@@PhoRunner Went and looked at my 2004 Sequoia owners manual. It says "Rear Differential 75w140 synthetic" Don't feel crazy now. The front it lists as 75w90...but I don't wave 4wd so that doesn't matter to me.

[@camposjrmartin]

Hell yea my favorite 4runner chanel finally putting some video out . Glad to see you back my dude

[@PhoRunner]

Thanks man. Been busy hehe. Thanks for the support

[@camposjrmartin]

@@PhoRunner we here waiting for your uploads brotha keep em coming . Great video bro

[@iantol8504]

great job on this video…own a 2006 4runner… this video is what i was looking for instructions with good video to follow… your tips along the way explaining good and bad options … are clear for owners to choose their presence👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@PhoRunner]

Glad it helped

[@brandnew1481]

Tie rod bolt spins with the castle nut?

[@PhoRunner]

Put some weight or pressure on the lower arm. Use the jack. Try that and see if it works

[@Mike_44]

Yup.. this is the very first thing I replaced on mine after getting the car, and of course they were replaced with OEM Toyota ones. You can save a good 15-20% off if you buy OEM parts online. Way worth it!

[@PhoRunner]

Yes sir!! Good call

[@Mike_44]

@@PhoRunner Great video by the way, an A MUST service to avoid catastrophic failure. I read in the forums if the car is post ‘00, there’s actually a service bulletin where the Toyota dealer will do it for free.

[@PhoRunner]

Yup I mention it in the video. The recall link is in my description to check if it qualifies! :)

[@Mike_44]

@@PhoRunner Yes you did 👍🏻 I missed that part, sorry about that. Fantastic work covering this repair completely. This is off topic, but I was wondering if your Climate Control Module (CCU) has ever failed. Mine is acting all crazy. I cannot turn off the A/C and only a couple of buttons on it work/do most of the functions. Maybe you could do a video on this? 😁

[@PhoRunner]

Is yours electronic? Mines all manual / analog haha

[@michaelmedina8909]

Thank you PhoRunner for the Peace of Mind, now no more fear of the front dive boogie 😁

[@PhoRunner]

Anytime!!

[@ExtremeRecluse]

did your friends truck have the typical death wobble around 65-70?

[@PhoRunner]

Negative!

[@sonarblog]

This video just helped me change my lower ball joint in no time! Thank you for making this

[@PhoRunner]

You are welcome

[@thepitpatrol]

Very nice video! Our 3rd generation has 400,000 on it. Great point about quality control!

[@PhoRunner]

Yeah who knows! Toyota cut cost like everyone else I’m sure

[@ralphnav8654]

Excellent video! I plan on doing this job for my 4Runner. I paid $429 in parts out the door from Toyota. Using the recall kit, crown boots, and 8 bolts(recommended ones). I was going to buy the Toyota sway links but they were ridiculously expensive. Maybe another time. Thanks again!

[@PhoRunner]

That’s too expensive! Return it immediately and use my video description to get oem parts for under $250!

[@socaldualsport2244]

Nice video. You are very explainy. I love the channel name. I'm gettin Pho tonight because of you. Cheers.

[@PhoRunner]

Lol I talked even more but I cut some out lmao. I realized my video didn’t start until 7 mins or whatever it was hahaha. Sorry all lol

[@markscarbrough3846]

I was never aware of this issue until it happened to me in my 97 Tacoma. Just turned into a parking lot and Thump. I also have a 97 4Runner and my wife drives a 2000 4Runner. I guess I’m going to do this repair on two more vehicles.

[@brandnew1481]

This guy rules

[@PhoRunner]

You guys rule!! Glad I could help!

[@arbabadam9816]

Such a informative video sir ....... sir how to control cabin noise dashboard noise how to fix it sir

[@PhoRunner]

I'm not sure how address teh cabin noise or dashboard noise. Perhaps some old clips?? I used to have this crazy squeak in my 4runner too but it seems to have disappeared lol. Maybe all the bushing replacements soften up the ride :)

[@dlim1984]

I just picked up a 3rd gen today, definitely using this vid to inspect my control arms. 🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@PhoRunner]

Nice!

[@anthonyt4981]

got my ball joints replaced at 90k. and I will do it inline with water pump/ radiator replacements. doing everything together makes the car feel much newer.

[@PhoRunner]

Yeah! Nice

[@zacharywatters1843]

I did these a few months back on my 97 4runner and fixed everything, didn’t think I could tackled before the video but it was easy! I need to do the same thing on my 98 Tacoma, LBJs look identical so I was thinking of just ordering from McGeorge again…if they don’t work I’ll just have a spare set for the runner lol but I’m 99% sure they’re identical

[@PhoRunner]

If I recall correctly, the Tacoma has a different part number! The tie rods won’t fit if you order 4runner parts. Outside that, should be similar repair.

[@KB-mk9lv]

goodness you have the best description and content

[@PhoRunner]

Thanks

[@33ad1]

Good video. Can you put the year model of the car in the tiltle ? Thanks .

[@superwarner]

Do you know anything about the lower ball joint ProForged?

[@PhoRunner]

I wouldn’t ….

[@stevanrose7439]

I have a 02 Tacoma with 300k miles I’m the 3rd owner and don’t know the history of the truck. It drives great but for no more than that it costs I think I’ll replace the lbjs just because. I’ve changed all the oils and other maintenance so I’ll be happy to do this job.

[@PhoRunner]

Good to have peace of mind

[@martinquintana5837]

Excellent video bro. Very very informative and again all the specs is a plus. Stay safe dude. Aloha from Kansas

[@PhoRunner]

Thanks!!

[@kylemcgee2951]

Good info, thanks. Do you thinks it’s worthwhile to do the upper ball joints at the same time? I have a first gen Tundra with 230k

[@PhoRunner]

Definitely. It’s a harder job though.l abs not so critical. If it’s not leaking grease/ moist and has no play, I’d run it.

[@pechep]

this video alone made me subscribe.

[@PhoRunner]

welcome sir!

[@tonymontana6368]

That's a good idea to do lower ball joint when you do your timing belt.

[@PhoRunner]

It’s a good time to refresh all components that can cause severe injury/damage/safety concerns

[@ernestogarcia8014]

Is this process the same with a 96 tacoma 4x4? Got all OEM upper and lower ball joints and some inner and outer tie rods with the sway bar links and struts. Whole shabang and learning on the spot haha. This gives me the boost of confidence I need.

[@PhoRunner]

Same procedure but the parts will be a little different

[@2lyhoper]

I had just done the passenger side of my 99 Tacoma and pretty much did it the same way, I was hoping that you were going to give the torque specs. They looked like the exact parts but didn't verify, I had heard the 1st gen Tacomas had a lower ball joint recall also. I have 140k miles and very slight play on the passenger side but of coarse I'm going to change the driver side also. Didn't know they had a kit so had bought them separately. Thanks for the specs. and thought it was a great video.

[@PhoRunner]

The torque specs are all in the description and overlayed in the video when torquing down

[@adamv6111]

My mechanic says my ball joints have no play even though they appear to be originals how do these fail is there any warning or do they just let loose

[@PhoRunner]

Yeah... that’s the mystery... everyone has mentioned no sounds or indicators. They just fail at low speeds

[@pasithsivilay4790]

Love your video. well done !! Would like to see how to replace the timing belt .. thanks 🙏

[@PhoRunner]

I’ll probably do that video later this year when it’s cooler lol

[@derricksmith5547]

Does the kit come with bolts? When I click the link the description says recall kit but says “does not include bolts, castle nuts, cotter pins” but I thought the recall kit includes bolts?

[@PhoRunner]

It doesn’t include them. Check my description for the bolt part number

[@mac3110]

Thank you for this video. I don’t have the tools for the job, but I got the recall kit part number I didn’t know about! Saved a few bucks. Those 30 something dollars is alot for me at the moment. And the part numbers you gave saved me some time. Thank you for the video and detailed description!!!

[@PhoRunner]

Anytime!!! Sometimes finding the parts and info is the hardest part!!

[@Contest4Freedom]

About to upgrade my 4Runner and all your videos have been an immense help. Thank you so much!

[@PhoRunner]

Awesome!

[@bernardinjean-loup1168]

This is the ideal moment to do the tundra brakes upgrade too !! Nice video

[@PhoRunner]

Thanks!! Tundra brake upgrade is a nice upgrade!!

[@Gowaduv]

Thanks for this thorough how-to. After watching another video about the OEM bolts (both the original "green" and updated "red" were included in the testing) I went with ARP 35mm bolts (673-1004).

[@PhoRunner]

Nice choice

[@Brian-fo8sh]

New subscriber and hands down the absolute best video on the replacement of the lower ball joint(s). Keep up the great work.

[@derricksmith5547]

Does that recall kit fit all 3rd gen 4Runners?

[@PhoRunner]

Yes it does

[@eduzancaner]

Thanks from Argentina! Great material. They are called SW4 here and run on a 3.0 diesel (1KZTE engine) Looking forward for the UBJ video!

[@PhoRunner]

welcome!

[@jonuszirpolo6431]

i have a 02 4runner, would it be better to go with the flanged bolt instead of the one with the washer because the flanged bolt has a higher torque spec?

[@PhoRunner]

Flange always

[@NAAB22]

Great video! Can you recommend other suspension system in order to eliminate the ball joints? I want to lift mine more than 3 inches.

[@PhoRunner]

There isn’t much stuff out to eliminate the balljoint unfortunately. A lot of experimental things people have made.

[@SnowDog707]

Im getting a "click" from both front wheels when I go over speed bumps in my 97 SR5 5 speed (for over 2 years). Checked the suspension and everything looked good. Except there was a little bit of movement in the LBJ on both sides. Parts ordered from McGeorge. Going to install soon for a trip up to Trinity. Thanks for the great Video!

[@PhoRunner]

Cool. It could be something else but nevertheless, good maintenance item to do

[@Slasher4446-q3e]

This is a fantastic video! One of the best DIY Car repair videos I have ever seen!

[@PhoRunner]

Thankssss

[@camdjkim]

THanks for the video. Planing on replacing the upper and lower ball joints. Is there a preference ont he order. Lower first or upper first. Does it matter? Thanks

[@PhoRunner]

Lower is more critical

[@armandorubalcava5738]

What brand tire/style are those tires? They look sweet, also would they clear a stock height 4runner?

[@PhoRunner]

Those are bfg ko2 265/75/16. This 4runner is stock and hasn’t had any issues :)

[@armandorubalcava5738]

@@PhoRunner awesome thank you!

[@jerryquintana2508]

Very helpful thank you I'll be doing my son's 96 before he leaves for college.

[@PhoRunner]

Safety first!!

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Have you tried Putting the thicker 1st Gen Tacoma Lower ball joints and outer Tie rods they are alot thicker and more sturdy

[@PhoRunner]

I haven’t yet but I know some do.

[@whocares4464]

Nice video. I'm fixing to do this. I have a 99 4runner and I think they have put the wrong ball joint on the driver's side. 2002 it's a updated different part from 99-2000.

[@whocares4464]

Thanks for the advice about the recall part numbers I'm going to order it just like this 😁

[@PhoRunner]

Should all be the same :)

[@maxlovell9091]

Is it just the front two that need to be changed or all four?

[@PhoRunner]

Just front 2 as the front is IFS and the rear is solid axle (no balljoints)

[@GrimReaper98custom]

03 Tacoma PreRunner..Just replaced my lower ball joints with OEM , I used the 10933 bolts at 37 pounds , but I’m kinda thinking of switching them to the 10066 flange bolts, would y’all recommend that ? And does it matter if I have the ball joint protector/cover that some tacomas have

[@PhoRunner]

Yeah. The lower torque is probably to not destroy that dust cover

[@PhoRunner]

I personally would use the stronger bolt but I wouldn’t sweat it if your threads look clean and you used lock tight

[@ryanschultz1658]

So the recall kit fits earlier year 4runners? I have a 98' as well and the screenshot you posted showed 01-02 4runners.. ?? I need to do my lowers soon

[@PhoRunner]

It works on all gears 96-02. The screenshot is just showing the bolts and some differences Toyota did but the kits work on all vehicles and the flange bolts are recommended

[@ryanschultz1658]

@@PhoRunner right on! Thanks for the confirmation.

[@Itmonolith]

Great video(s) brother. I have a 2001 4runner that I picked up and have been watching a lot of your videos on getting it in top shape. Appreciate it! Keep it up.

[@PhoRunner]

Awesome!! Don’t forget to check out Timmy! He’s the legend!

[@Itmonolith]

@@PhoRunner haha Who is Timmy?

[@PhoRunner]

Timmy the Toolman!!! He has way more videos than I do on the 3rd gen 4runner. He also does way more engine work than I do lol

[@Itmonolith]

@@PhoRunner Thanks. I'll check it out. It better be as good as quality as yours!! ;-)

[@PhoRunner]

Definitely more info! He’s the man!

[@DIRTY_ELECTRIC]

Thanks bro you helped me do mine! Just finished mine up!

[@clayflat]

I’m jealous that everything comes apart on yours as easily as it does, just picked up one with 200k with all factory components in the front end and lots of rust🥲 I’m holding a torch to the bj castle nut as I’m typing this

[@PhoRunner]

Lol I’m sorry

[@clayflat]

@@PhoRunner did your kit come with castle nuts? Mine came with just the cotter pins and I’m iffy on reusing the ones I had to heat up

[@PhoRunner]

@@clayflat The cotter nuts are reuseable and aren't part of the recall kit. However, I did leave a part number for replacements if you wanted to get new ones. Castle Nut (x2) 90171-A0005

[@iQuantium]

@PhoRunner Great job on the repair and the video. Do you know if the recall kit will fit a 2012 4Runner?

[@PhoRunner]

2012 no. That’s a different design. 2002 yes, if that’s a typo

[@iQuantium]

@@PhoRunner yeah I kept looking and I found out that on the 5th gens the ball joint is pressed directly into the LCA. Still your video is helpful for the first disassembly process to get to the ball joint. Thanks

[@Machihekamake]

It happened to me (974R 2.7 3rz 2wd Manual Tran 450k miles). I had taken it to Sears for a battery test/warranty, when the tech pulled out of the garage and turned down a bank/steep driveway the drivers side ball joint came apart. Luckily he was going slow and only my fender got very slightly bent upward. I tried to get Seats to compensate but they didn’t of course. Replaced it but can’t remember if I did the other side too. I dig your videos.

[@PhoRunner]

Totally lame Sears didn’t take care of it haha! Glad they took the hit and not you

[@ark8tct]

Do you have a list of other major things to address on the trucks (aside from the timing belt, oil, water pump)? My truck has around 250,000 miles.

[@PhoRunner]

Check out my buyers guide. But this is definitely most critical

[@ark8tct]

@@PhoRunner Was just going through your other videos. I was subscribed, but didn’t realize bell 🔔 notification wasn’t turned on. Lots of projects to get caught up on. Mine is stock, so haven’t stressed the suspension with lifts and really big tires (just a tad above stock), but it’s taken me everywhere (a 2000 and owned for 20 years) without any issues. Gotta give it some love for taking care of me.

[@misternaem2103]

Should I replace upper control arms too? I am going to be getting an ARB bumper so wasn't sure.

[@PhoRunner]

If you plan too then I would. I ran oem upper control arms for a long while before I changed mine out. I only did so to get alignment in spec for my 3” lift. I did however change the upper ball joints to new ones

[@markn0024]

Another great video. Hard to imagine this is just a hobby for you, but that's how it seems.

[@PhoRunner]

Just a hobby hehe. I actually do computer programming for a living

[@chazfaz3595]

Excellent Video! Very Enlightening to me a new owner! Thanks!! I've been admiring the Gen 3 for at least a decade. Recently I grabbed one with 270k miles on it. So now the owner/enthusiast education begins. I didn't see in the maintenance records that the LBJ had ever been replaced. But I see the telltale inside tire wear indicating excessive negative camber. So at the least I'm going to replace both pairs right away and see what else needs it. One thing I do notice is general slop in the front end. If I go over a bump or pull to a stop and then release the brake, I can feel feel play, where the front end seems to settle back to where it was before the event. What kind of wear would cause that?

[@PhoRunner]

Sounds like driveline clunk. Does the shifter move? Try greasing the drive shafts. Welcome!!!

[@chazfaz3595]

@@PhoRunner Thankz for the reply! I'll check that out!

[@PhoRunner]

Mine used to do this and it was due to my rear spring sag. Once I lifted my 4runner, the clunk is almost non existent now. (Even though I greased it)

[@chazfaz3595]

@@PhoRunner THANKS! So that's a helpful potential path to a reduced clunkiness, because my rear end also sags a little - on my 4Runner I mean... haha. I sure would like to understand how the parts in the front end interact. Is there any resource you know of that shows maybe a 3D simulation of how the stock 3rd Gen suspension works?

[@PhoRunner]

I don’t have any but it causes the drive line angle to be not right so it slips in the driveshaft and clunks after you brake hard and go forward

[@therationalfemaleXX]

Thank you! Just tackled this repair and your video was extremely helpful 😊

[@mcleroyinc]

Are top castle nuts the same as bottom?

[@PhoRunner]

Different

[@Jrixi]

Thanks for the video, I really appreciate you making it easy to follow. God bless.

[@PhoRunner]

Glad I could help

[@yazming1720]

Great Video...off subject I did the extra ground hack for the fuel Guage. Works PERFECTLY..💪💯💪💯👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@PhoRunner]

Nice!!! Now you really see how bad your mpg is!!! Haha

[@tracynorton6410]

Great vid! Now you need to do a bush mech CV swapout tutorial.

[@PhoRunner]

A what now haha.

[@tracynorton6410]

@@PhoRunner swapping out a front axle....just like this vid....but out on the trail....bush mechanic style. I've only seen a couple videos....but they not good like yours

[@PhoRunner]

oh yeah... maybe one day hahaa guess I put my hi lift to use lol

[@darwing6493]

I plan on doing this job once I get the parts. A question I have is if the link you provide for McGregor Toyota LBJ fits a 1999 4Runner SR5? For some reason I’m not able to see compatibility from your link. However, I can look up my 4runner and can buy them individually but cost a bit more from the same website. Thank you!

[@PhoRunner]

Yes. All 96-02 will be same. Try Earnhardt Toyota too

[@darwing6493]

Thank you! I’ll be subscribing to your channel

[@shua-park]

I plan on following this video to swap out my LBJs, but I was wondering if there was any other maintenance you recommend me taking care of while I'm doing this

[@PhoRunner]

Id just do these and save up for the rest or do it all at once since it will require an alignment. You can get away with this one without an alignment as it doesn’t touch alignment adjustments.

[@j.a.8970]

What size/pitch are the flange nuts? Thanks.

[@PhoRunner]

I don’t know to be honest. Couldn’t find any info on it

[@wadalala4758]

Give this guy a medal l. Quality videos

[@PhoRunner]

Thankssss! Glad you enjoy

[@tani4925]

For the Bolts, do you think you could use the Flange ones on a 2002 4Runner? I see that you have the Flange ones for the 1996-2000 and the 2001-2002 4Runners have the bolt and washer.

[@PhoRunner]

Either style works for any years. I just mention what they came stock in case someone wants full stock spec

[@tani4925]

@@PhoRunner thanks for responding so quickly!

[@DarrylNelson-h4e]

I have new lbj but not new lbj nuts or new castle nuts should I be good if I use them over ?

[@PhoRunner]

I would change the bolts if you can but you can always do this later if you don’t want to delay. They are easy to switch out. The nut is ok to reuse if it’s in good condition but put a new cotter pin

[@raulpereyra2817]

I recently bought my 3rd gen 4runner. And I've been reading about this issue. I bought MOOG parts as I'm familiar with that brand from when I used to work at Pettigrew Smith. I recently found the Sankei 555 were the OEM aftermarket. Like AC Delco is to GM. You have any experience with MOOG and Sankei5555

[@PhoRunner]

Sankei isn’t the oem sadly. Many reports of them failing and working so I’ll leave it up to you. Many of the moogs you find will be sankei 555 also.

[@zacharywatters1843]

Quick question for you, do you think the recall kit would be fine on other year 3rd gens? Mine is a 97 and although the recall was just for the 2000s, all my research on OEM LBJ for the 96-02 shows they are identical. If I'm not mistaking, the recall kit would be the same exact LBJ as previous years...would it not? I need to replace mine asap, 243k on stock everything and they are creeking terribly. Afraid tie rod ends are needed as well, being in the salt did her no favors for the 2 years she was exposed.

[@PhoRunner]

Works for all 96-02 years

[@GonewithRob]

Appreciate the time you took to make this video! I guess I better check my 1st Gen taco with 268k miles. I don’t think they have ever been done.

[@PhoRunner]

No problem at all!

[@eljefeslash]

same here - gonna get this done on my 2004 Taco now. Notice on your Taco (if it's like mine), there is a squarish rubber boot cover over the LBJ. I was comparing with my 4Runner and thought that was interesting that aren't on those for some reason.