Toyota Tacoma | Front Diff Install with 5.29 Gears and ARB air locker from East Coast Gear Supply

Hello and welcome, thanks for stoping by. Today is part 2 with a complete front diff/clamshell install from East Coast Gear Supply with new 5.29 gears and an ARB air locker. The ordering process was smooth and painless. ECGS really has the set up down. I recommend you call to place an order and ask questions or voice concerns, they will help get you on the right path for your needs. The front diff install is a much more involved process as compared to the rear diff. There are many more moving parts and the placement of the front diff is tight in the front end. Overall it was a slow process trying to get decent footage for you, I stopped to eat somewhere in there cause I'm always hungry. I started this install on Saturday morning preparing for a long day of wrenching in the garage, so be ready it will take a while by yourself. I also ended up installing the new spindles which added more time to the install, I will have that video up soon.As always thanks for watching, let me know if you have any questions. Don't forget to like and subscribe. All links below.
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East Coast Gear Supply-- eastcoastgears...
One off Tools you need for this install
Full Kits -- You can find singles at local shops sometimes
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Allen Impact set -- amzn.to/2SnADgQ
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Past Installs --
ARB Remote Kit-- amzn.to/3bKLyYA
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ARB Tire Seal Kit-- amzn.to/2P6XpYQ
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ARB EZ Deflator-- amzn.to/3an5IqV
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Filter Relocation Kit-- amzn.to/3mY7pzY
Air Lines-- amzn.to/3gss7a9
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Manifold Kit-- amzn.to/3dv0TNZ
Replacement Solenoid -- amzn.to/3n38Ey2
Viair Portable Kit-- amzn.to/3edmFVB
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#eastcoastgearsupply
#frontdiff
#clamshell

[@ClassyTacos]

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[@Tryagain205]

Best mechanical video I’ve ever seen; great explanations and speed up where things are self explanatory. Mentioning the size and type of sockets and tools needed is very much appreciated.

[@ClassyTacos]

Thank you appreciate it.

[@loganfurst3010]

Hey just did the front diff thank you for your awesome video couldn't have done it without your help and your time making these videos

[@ClassyTacos]

Really appreciate the feed back. Thank you.

[@CommonSenseHuman]

Excellent video. I was searching for she footage of where the air line enters the clamshell and this was exactly what I needed. Thanks!

[@ClassyTacos]

Any time, thanks for watching.

[@davidse4486]

Thanks ... Headed out to the shop to do my 22 tacoma !

[@ClassyTacos]

Any time, thanks for watching.

[@dyates6380]

Absolutely OUTSTANDING video. Your skill is unreal, and your ability to teach and explain things is fantastic. NOT that about 90% isn't going completely over my head. I'm just about the polar opposite of a mechanic, but I find this fascinating.

[@ClassyTacos]

Thank you very much. I really appreciate it.

[@davidbuckles9950]

Dude. You’ve done some of the best how-to Tacoma content I’ve watched. Scratch that. Some of the best how-to content period.

[@ClassyTacos]

Thank you very much for the kind words. I really appreciate it. 😀

[@3GFinn]

100%

[@sideeyes7480]

Love the pep talk towards the end ❤️🥰❤️

[@ClassyTacos]

Thanks brother.

[@3GFinn]

Love ALL of your how to vids! Just purchased my 5.29s with arb front. CANNOT WAIT! Ill be replaying this video again for the 10th time lol.

[@ClassyTacos]

Thanks, I appreciate it. 🤩

[@super4x4swamper]

I appreciate your videos and breakdown of the front diff components. Semper Fi brother

[@ClassyTacos]

Appreciate it. Semper Fi.

[@Nackss]

My favorite tacoma channel! Love the attention to detail!

[@ClassyTacos]

Wow, thanks! I appreciate it.

[@tolmie1141]

I would rather just hire you to do it for me. Nice work.👍😅

[@ClassyTacos]

Thanks man, appreciate it.

[@sundjen7929]

Amazing !

[@ClassyTacos]

Thank you.

[@CaliKeith530]

Waiting all week for this!

[@ClassyTacos]

Thanks, hope you like it.

[@St.Hermans_Speed_Shop]

Great video!

[@ClassyTacos]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@thejknightlife]

It's time for gears! Thanks for the confidence booster, great video.

[@ClassyTacos]

Thanks man, good luck. 👍

[@latitude60mining70]

Not too shabby. Nice to see people using tie rod pullers instead of hit the thing with a metal hammer. Now you can do this R&R flat rate time for your friends. Only caveat would be to replace that drive seal but I'm just a bit OCD about things like that. 10/10 !!!

[@ClassyTacos]

Thank you for the kind words.

[@adrianw3985]

I just got a 23 Tacoma, coming from a 17 4Runner. I plan to re-gear my Tacoma. Haven't decided what ratio yet. Not planning on anything bigger then 33 tires max. Thanks for the how to video, doesn't look too hard.

[@ClassyTacos]

Appreciate it, thanks for watching.

[@tolmie1141]

I get tired just watching this is a ton of work.

[@ClassyTacos]

For real, thanks for watching.

[@61espo]

Nice work! Looking forward to more!

[@ClassyTacos]

Thank you!

[@ChadMc74]

great video thanks so much!

[@ClassyTacos]

Thank you.

[@reaversadventure]

awesome job. your videos are super informative.

[@ClassyTacos]

Thank you very much.

[@kaneokalanipo]

All of my dashboard lights are on after install, is that ok just to reset?

[@ClassyTacos]

First check to make sure everything is connected and installed correctly. Check the plugs related to the ADD. Then run a scan to see the codes and go from there. Thanks for watching.

[@shanemartinson5006]

great video brudda... I'm going 5.29's hopefully this fall, but I'm going to used a torsen type locker in each of them, thanks for the tips so I know what to look for when I do mine

[@ClassyTacos]

Thank you, I appreciate it. Good luck with the installs, let me know if you need anything.

[@RAILGUY140]

awesome to the point video !!

[@ClassyTacos]

Thanks, I appreciate it.

[@jamescorrigan4149]

I enjoy your videos!

[@ClassyTacos]

Thank you, I appreciate it.

[@ronmccall6511]

Quality video! Good instructions!

[@ClassyTacos]

Thank you very much.

[@robertyoung8289]

Xlnt informative video as always.

[@ClassyTacos]

Appreciate it, thank you.

[@fahadalwahaibi291]

Excellent job, how much did you buy the front and rear Unit? And do they have for tundra 2015 4wd?

[@ClassyTacos]

Thank you. The prices are all different depending on gearing and locker selection. Eastcoast Gear Supply has a ton of different options. Give them a call, they will walk you through the order process.

[@alecbryantalledo]

Isnt there a spacer/washer for the stub shaft?

[@ClassyTacos]

No that I know of. Just the shat itself.

[@johnnytorres277]

What gears do you recommend for 275 70 17 (32 inch) All Terrains?

[@ClassyTacos]

I will always recommend the 4.88 or 5.29. Because, inevitably you will want lager tires in the future. Happens to us all, the first set is just the beginning. Do your research on both those gear sets. Thanks for watching.

[@kahai808]

Bro what front ARB front locker did you go with? Part#? Been looking and I’m running 5.29s right now the options I can find doesn’t support 5.29s. Unless I’m reading it wrong

[@ClassyTacos]

No worries had me tracking it down today. Per my receipt it’s ARB part number RD111, 8inch IFS 53mm carrier bearing. You can call East Coast Gear Supply to confirm exactly what you need. They will guide you. Just don’t buy anything till you know for sure.

[@kahai808]

@@ClassyTacos 100%! Trying to do my research now. Appreciate your time. Actually went back to watch your video again and your box with the instruction had the part number on it. Thanks again

[@ClassyTacos]

@@kahai808 of course, I’m here to help.

[@cankiremit6600]

hey buddy was ur problem that is moves as in it spun a bit and makes noise ? this is what my problem is i can spin my hand under the car about 3/8 turn each way

[@ClassyTacos]

I didn't have any issues when I changed them. I did the diff change for gearing and lockers. Are you saying the cv axle turns 3/8s each way while you're parked wheels on the ground? If you thats not great.

[@DirtRoad_Chronicles]

I have 5.29 nitro gears on my Tacoma and I’m running 85w140 heavy duty Lucas gear oil. My front diff breather hose disconnected from the diff and has been spitting out fluid, I reconnected the hose and clamped it and it’s still seeping out fluid. My question is have you experienced this and do you think it would help to run a lighter fluid like 80w 90 or stock 75w90 to fix the leak issue? My thinking is that the 85w140 is too thick and it clogs up the breather hose. Any help is much appreciated thank you in advance.

[@ClassyTacos]

A question to answer to help your self diagnose. Is it blowing off when you turn on the compressor or just driving? A couple things you can do. 1. is make sure the hose is not clogged and breather is functioning as intended. As is air is able to pass through the end easily. 2. is do not over fill the diff, once the locker is in there it takes up alot of the space the fluid used to be in. I end up putting in less than the factory stated amount. I do not have a measurement for you, it's just less. Something else you can do is extended the hose a bit higher and add an in line fuel filter. The in line fuel filter for a dirt bike or a lawn mower, get a clear one, kinda large one so you can see in it. They sell them at the auto parts store in the 2 cycle/ mower area. Sometimes they help with separating the oil and the air. Occasionally I get a little seepage at the breather tube, I have my hose clamped in with a screwable hose clamp. I hope that helps.

[@DirtRoad_Chronicles]

@@ClassyTacos first of all, thank you so much for taking the time to help me out. I don’t have a front locker so any leak is from regular driving. Last time I changed the diff fluid I filled it till the fluid went up to the fill plug. Maybe that’s more than what should really be in there? I will inspect the breather valve as well and see what could be the cause. But you don’t think the thick oil is the cause of this? Because I ordered some 80w90 to change it this weekend. It’s only my front diff also the rear seems to be fine.

[@ClassyTacos]

@@DirtRoad_Chronicles For sure no worries. I see, thanks for the clarification on the front locker. I don't think it's the thicker fluid but who knows, it's worth a shot. For the front diff I believe the factory calls for 1.6 litters, check me on that. That amount of fluid is less than the amount needed for it to come out of the fill hole, if I remember correctly. It might just be over filled. Hope that helps.

[@DirtRoad_Chronicles]

@@ClassyTacos yeah I believe it’s around 1.5. Im gonna check everything you said this Saturday hopefully I can find a fix. Thank you again.

[@Speido307]

thanks for sharing, what kinda mileage you getting with the new gears, and what size tires are your running?

[@ClassyTacos]

I'm running 33s, milage is right around 14-15.

[@Speido307]

@@ClassyTacos thank you!

[@raymonde.tanneratomic-rc9370]

What's the cost to do front and rear

[@ClassyTacos]

It really just depends on what you order. There are so many options. Thanks for watching.

[@othoapproto9603]

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[@ClassyTacos]

@@othoapproto9603 I feel sorry for you. Whatever you’re going through, I sincerely hope it gets better. Hang in there, good luck.