315/75/16 MTZs are on

[neliconcept]

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first thoughts: it glides compared to the 33s mainly due to the chunking and low tread on the firestones, it floats like a boat now and i love the way it feels.


problem though, axle seals are leaking on both sides, Fort Collins 4x4 said something around 500 in parts and labor due to wheel bearings may need to be replaced due to axle seals? does that sound right to anybody

Talked to Issac and hes positive that the bearings are sealed and i would definitely hear some whining from the rear if they were going bad.

But he told me to ask for other thoughts (if i dont get much response here ill start new thread as well.

[NC994Run]

Those fill the wheel wells nicely ... lookin bad ass

[neliconcept]

yeah, im glad i went with these tires, they really do ride good, should see how they do with western rocks and eastern mud.

[YotaFun]

Blake 500 is a steal!
Cost me close to 800 for both sides on mine!

I don't know what the exact def of sealed is but there is an inner seal, the bearing, then an outer seal.
And I am sure since you have rear ABS that makes it even more fun!
I would have done the job myself but you need a press for the inner seal and bearing.
I was told it is usually recommended to replace the inner seal (which requires replacing the bearing) and the outer seal if the outers go.
I have read different though and people getting away with just the outer seals, My thought is better safe then sorry...
Do you have the diff breather?
If so how many miles are on the truck?

The tires look great thought. Truck sits really nice now!

[AxleIke]

A sealed bearing does not require greasing. It looks like a regular bearing, but the sides are covered with a rubber/plastic piece.

[BruceTS]

Here's the deal, when the inner seal goes, the oil permeates into the wheel bearing washing out all the grease. If you just replace the inner seal, the bearings will quickly dry out, causing them to fail. Now if your on a budget you can get the thick black sealed bearing grease and repack them without taking the assembly apart. I use a needle fitting on a grease gun to do the job......

[neliconcept]

Here's the deal, when the inner seal goes, the oil permeates into the wheel bearing washing out all the grease. If you just replace the inner seal, the bearings will quickly dry out, causing them to fail. Now if your on a budget you can get the thick black sealed bearing grease and repack them without taking the assembly apart. I use a needle fitting on a grease gun to do the job......


thanks bruce, that helps alot.

[all_terrain17]

Cool man.

Out of curiosity, what's the measurement to the roof?

Sucks about the seals...

[neliconcept]

Cool man.

Out of curiosity, what's the measurement to the roof?

Sucks about the seals...


i gotta do that tomorrow, but im guessing anywhere from 75-77"

[ttora4runner]

Looks good.

[Cebby]

Snazzy!

[4Runner202020]

Cool man.

Out of curiosity, what's the measurement to the roof?

Sucks about the seals...


i'm 6'2 and its a couple inches taller than me if that helps.

[neliconcept]

ok this is interesting, i looked at my wheels and i looked at the drums and the backing plate.

he said he didnt clean that area, their isnt a drop of crap on the drums. and then i remembered, my idiot self spilt gear oil on the wheels.

GG

[neliconcept]

measured it, 76.3" tall, in the front its around 75"

i think i have decided to go full float rear, and i wont have to deal with this crap anymore (inless someone says i do, as i dont know jack about it)


i took the wheels off at Bobbys house, the left seal is leaking worse then the right, some spray on my shock and gas tank skid.

[GSU 4Runner]

looks awesome man!

[MillerPKA]

i want to see how it feels with the 4.56s, so far i've had zero problems with the stock gearing, makes me wonder if i was blessed with a 4.30 but i doubt it. we should try and find a deal for two sets of 37s or 325s, i don't plan on getting any 17s unless i fall into them though

[neliconcept]

i want to see how it feels with the 4.56s, so far i've had zero problems with the stock gearing, makes me wonder if i was blessed with a 4.30 but i doubt it. we should try and find a deal for two sets of 37s or 325s, i don't plan on getting any 17s unless i fall into them though


4.56 and 35s feels great, but i think 4.88s would be a bit better

[bamachem]

i loved my MTZ's. if i go back to an agressive tread, they will be MTZ's. they're also VERY QUIET on the road. i also had really good wear out of mine. looks good blake!

[Whitey]

i want to see how it feels with the 4.56s, so far i've had zero problems with the stock gearing, makes me wonder if i was blessed with a 4.30 but i doubt it. we should try and find a deal for two sets of 37s or 325s, i don't plan on getting any 17s unless i fall into them though


4.56 and 35s feels great, but i think 4.88s would be a bit better


Just save your $$ for your 4th gen. ;)

[neliconcept]

i want to see how it feels with the 4.56s, so far i've had zero problems with the stock gearing, makes me wonder if i was blessed with a 4.30 but i doubt it. we should try and find a deal for two sets of 37s or 325s, i don't plan on getting any 17s unless i fall into them though


4.56 and 35s feels great, but i think 4.88s would be a bit better


Just save your $$ for your 4th gen. ;)



im not changing gears, 4.56s is fine.

what 4th gen?