3rd gen. 4runner front diff removal

[4Runner202020]

Hey Ric Glenn and i are removing my diff's this weekend to get re-geared to 4.88's (almost a year with 35's and 4.33 gears was enough)and i was wondering if anyone has a good write up one removing the front. I have been givin a verbal description by the one setting my gears but i would like to have something on paper just in-case. I searched google and such and haven't been able to find any good write-ups so if there are any good ones out there I would love the see them.

Thanks,

Bobby

(1996 4runner 3.4 with add)

[YotaFun]

X2!!
I will be switching out my diff's this weekend from 4.10 to 4.30 lol!

I was looking for a good write up too but have come up short.

~Avy

[4runnerchevy]

First you need a cutting torch and/or plasma

[YotaFun]

First you need a cutting torch and/or plasma

NOT YET!!!
In time, the IFS isn't ready to go yet.
And I am not ready to cut it yet...

[4runnerchevy]

Ok then first, remove truck. 2nd work on diff. I hope since its in front of you, you have a locker for it ?

[YotaFun]

no only the rear has the locker, front will only get locked when I regear to 4.88 down the road...

[neliconcept]

since the last time we tried to remove it

you may want to remove the damn oil pan, just a though

[4Runner202020]

since the last time we tried to remove it

you may want to remove the damn oil pan, just a though

lol seriously... but we didn't remove all the hook-ups on top. people say if you remove those it will come out easier... and this time it will be in a garage and not a parking lot. haha so hopefully it will go a little faster...

[20005spd]

you are correct. unbolt the hoses from the diff on top and it will be much easier. also have someone use a pry bar in the motor mount to lift the motor up that extra inch you need

[4Runner202020]

thanks man!!! it seems like you have taken yours in and out a few times.... re-gear... blown diff... thanks for the tip.