Great video with detailed description. I've watched this about three times now in preparation of restoring my ‘77 FJ40 LandCruiser's knuckles. Really appreciate the effort and time you put into this.
i like your energy in this build man, sounds like you have fun with it and the way you explain what you are doing and why is thorough and well spoken , Good stuff man
You are a natural in how-to videos and I know it ain’t easy, so well done sir! If anyone can’t rebuild a Birfield like you did while following your tutorial, well they should move on to other projects!
Thanks for the reply. I have thought about heating them a bit but haven’t yet. I was thinking putting the heat on the hub first might cause it to expand and release the cone washer. I’ll give it a shot. Thanks again.
i hate doing this but i did it wrong the first time and now my axles bent, currently setting up a trail gear rock assault housing, thanks for the great vid
I love build/repair vids with details like this. Well done, and thanks a million for sharing. Ever consider building a vehicle considering all the spare parts you have? With those + your MIG you could build your own buggy, utv, tractor, etc. I enjoy watching those builds, unfortunately many of them are in russian or other languages, which I don't understand, but watch sometimes anyway just b/c the stuff they make is so cool.
I do have a lot of spare parts, mostly 80's pickup. If I had the space, I'd probably build something, but i need to work on current projects first. I say that a lot, but then I keep buying cheap tucks lol.
Grind the end of the puller rod like a male 3/8" socket...put a socket thats a little bigger then the bolt on the puller rod end...will help keep the puller straight....carful of the treads....can use a socket that fits the nut and the nut....but you have to turn the right way cause the nut will turn to...
Excellent, the best video I have seen of the tutorials, I would like to do the same job on my truck, could you tell me where you got the entire kit of original parts, I want to get the kit, thank you
Thanks! There is a link for the Cruiser Outfitters kit in the description. I've used their kit on my 85 Pickup and 94 Land Cruiser and both times everything was perfect. They sell a great kit.
Great video! I'm currently in the process of installing the king pin race, looks like they are all in but sticks out out ¼". It's my first time and it doesn't seem right.
If you go to 3:20 in this video I show the parts needed to upgrade czcams.com/video/nCWoKtiK5uY/video.html but I don't have an install video for the brakes, just the master cylinder czcams.com/video/P2DT0RHI8K8/video.html
I’m currently doing the job on my 84 Toyota truck starting with the drivers side. I knew I would have an issue with the cone washers on the locking hub when I heard you say, be sure to replace them with the split turned upward.” Turns out these are all over the board. I have managed to get 4 of them out but the last 2 are a major pain. Any suggestions that you didn’t use in the video? Also have you done one of these videos on the drivers side? How about adding power steering to one of these trucks? Thanks ahead of time. Great video by the way. Loved the cracked dash one also!
They're an absolute PITA. Some people hit the edge of the locking hub with a hammer to help break them loose, but that will dent the hub since they're softer aluminum. Both sides are pretty much the same process, so I only filmed the one side. I'm lucky my truck came with power steering, so I didn't need to add it. If you wanted to add PS, you'll need the box, pump, lines, reservoir, and mounting bracket/tensioner... that's all I can think of without looking at my engine bay. One more thing on those cone washers... did you try heating them up?
Easier way to get the spindle off is just beat it with a dead blow. Or put a 2x4 on the spindle and beat that. Gets them off with 2 or 3 hits. Takes 10 seconds.
You placed second spindle paper gasket on spindle before dust shield where as Toyota manual STEP 10 says after dust shield. I think two gaskets are required to be honest. But it has a drain passage for either path that does not have gasket. I did the right side your way. Maybe do the left side the Toyota way. Hmmmm.
Wow good eye... I never noticed that! I'd follow Toyota's instructions. The good news is that the knuckle is doing fine. I hope I won't have to take it all apart again any time soon.
Great video, lots of info. Getting ready to do the same, front n back. Only problem for me…I have a 74 fj40 no caliper brackets on my knuckle. Some have suggested I look for a 80’s 4-runner front end. Take the knuckle off that. I’d like to try n keep my original. I bought this new…what do you suggest. Thanks for your info.
Hey again from Dayton, O. Do you have info on upgrading to 4runner calipers? Thinking about doing this since the calipers on my FJ62 are in sad shape. I have 15" wheels and 35's so some extra stopping would be nice. Thanks!
I used 1995 v6 4Runner calipers on my truck, along with 1985 fj60 vented rotors. Don’t forget the larger master cylinder to make use of the larger calipers.
The FSM calls for a centering tool for the knuckle bearings to adjust preload. I see you didn’t do the the low range off road video doesn’t show that as well. Is it okay to not use the centering tool?
Great video. I looked for the video you mentioned about painting a master cylinder but could not find it, also, what paint did you use for it? Thank you, Jim
How long should the brake rotors last? Where your rotors fairly new when this job was done? Would it be much work to go back and replace them later if needed?
Im not exactly sure how long they should last- probably depends on driving style and how much the vehicle gets driven. These were still good. To replace the rotors, just follow this video but stop after the wheel bearings.
So just to be clear he torque the adjusting nut to 43 foot-pounds, and then after he's done making sure the hub spins freely he loosens it and then hand tightens it? and also what is the snap ring that is used after pulling the axle out called?
Yeah torque first, then loosen & hand tighten. It needs to be a certain tightness to allow the hub to spin freely, but it's not a set amount of torque. You really have to just give it a spin and see if it feels right. Knowing what feels right comes with experience of working on these trucks, but you can always spin the one on the other side of the truck to get a good feel of about how it should be. I don't know if the snap ring has a specific name... axle snap ring?
@@6thGearGarage I'm trying to go from auto hubs to aisin hubs and I figured I would just follow your instructions. However, my auto only came with one nut and a bolt with a washer threaded on the axle that pulls it out I'm assuming, and keeps it from moving. Any insight?
@@6thGearGarage So far I have the two Aisin hubs, and two spindle nut kits and because my axle didn’t have a snap ring on the end I have to get two of them I’m assuming? Is the snap ring called the front axle inner snap ring or the Birfield snap ring? Marlin Crawler has both of them but I think I only need one.
@@user-ru5ph3qv8c I'm having a hard time picturing the bolt with a washer threaded on the axle, but I wonder if someone else was in there before and didn't reassemble it properly?
Just did my 84 following your video . I'm having a issue with my hub bearing preload though. Even without the nut tight or even on I'm at like 20 lb on the spring scale? I have checked that everything is seated flush over and over and nothing has changed. I have read on pirate 4x4 some people say some kits the seal creates a bunch of extra drag and are really tight but I dont know if I can go with that and rock it. Have you ever came across this problem or have any ideas? Thanks for the vid it was a life saver and very detailed !
I got moly grease everywhere but I got it done. Big thank you for the video!
Yeah it's such a messy job!
This was a spectacular tutorial on servicing the Land Cruiser knuckle
Watched the whole thing and I don't even own a Toyota. Very well done video.
Of all the tutorials on CZcams on rebuilding front axle knucklesthis video is the best I have seen. Great job and thanks very much for posting it.
Glad it helped!!
Great video with detailed description. I've watched this about three times now in preparation of restoring my ‘77 FJ40 LandCruiser's knuckles. Really appreciate the effort and time you put into this.
Thanks... Glad it helped!
i like your energy in this build man, sounds like you have fun with it and the way you explain what you are doing and why is thorough and well spoken , Good stuff man
Dude.. what an awesome video. You're giving me the confidence of NOT spending $$$ on labor and just doing it myself. :)
It really is worth your time. I’d say give yourself a day to do one side, then do the other side another day. Second side will go faster.
Best video! From RUSSIA with love.
You are a natural in how-to videos and I know it ain’t easy, so well done sir! If anyone can’t rebuild a Birfield like you did while following your tutorial, well they should move on to other projects!
Thanks 👍
Thanks for the reply. I have thought about heating them a bit but haven’t yet. I was thinking putting the heat on the hub first might cause it to expand and release the cone washer. I’ll give it a shot. Thanks again.
Great video, I watched it all, very useful, thanks for the detailed explanation.
Enjoyed great video , thx for showing all correct tools, parts..
If using old race to install new one cut a slit in old one it won’t get stuck..
Great Idea on the split in the race - thanks!!
Excellent. No stone left unturned. Great job!
Thank you!!
If you have trouble finding a 54 mm socket, a 2 1/8 inch socket from Tractor Supply works perfect.
Thank you for the wonderful detailed video and special thanks for translating the subtitles! Спасибо!
Did my 80 series a few months back. This would have been very helpful. Nice job
Halfway through my first viewing of this video, thank you
Damn! I’m gonna have to buy more tools, and stuff!🧰👋😂👍great job buddy!
Thanks!
That is an excellent video you did there, I'm sure that will help loads of people, thanks from London (Toyota do love those cone washers!)
Thanks 👍
i hate doing this but i did it wrong the first time and now my axles bent, currently setting up a trail gear rock assault housing, thanks for the great vid
Good video I'm also currently doing this job so you couldn't have released it at a better time
I love build/repair vids with details like this. Well done, and thanks a million for sharing.
Ever consider building a vehicle considering all the spare parts you have? With those + your MIG you could build your own buggy, utv, tractor, etc. I enjoy watching those builds, unfortunately many of them are in russian or other languages, which I don't understand, but watch sometimes anyway just b/c the stuff they make is so cool.
I do have a lot of spare parts, mostly 80's pickup. If I had the space, I'd probably build something, but i need to work on current projects first. I say that a lot, but then I keep buying cheap tucks lol.
Cutting a slot in the old race makes it easy to get out after driving the new race in with it.
Now that's a great idea!
Great video, very detailed and made the job easy 👍
Beautiful, my fj 60 has the same problem not so bad but it is about time.
Very good video!
Thank you!
Thanks mate!
From Australia
Glad to help!
I wish life worked in 3X :)
Grato vídeo lelin Rondônia Brazil
Thank you!
Nice looking truck man!
Thanks 👍
Grind the end of the puller rod like a male 3/8" socket...put a socket thats a little bigger then the bolt on the puller rod end...will help keep the puller straight....carful of the treads....can use a socket that fits the nut and the nut....but you have to turn the right way cause the nut will turn to...
Excellent, the best video I have seen of the tutorials, I would like to do the same job on my truck, could you tell me where you got the entire kit of original parts, I want to get the kit, thank you
Thanks! There is a link for the Cruiser Outfitters kit in the description. I've used their kit on my 85 Pickup and 94 Land Cruiser and both times everything was perfect. They sell a great kit.
@@6thGearGarage Thank you very much for the information. I will try to find the kit for my 1982 Toyota pickup.
outstanding! information.
Thanks for watching!
Great video! I'm currently in the process of installing the king pin race, looks like they are all in but sticks out out ¼". It's my first time and it doesn't seem right.
I wonder if you received the wrong parts... how does the new race compare to the old one in height?
Wanna see that disk break conversion, i have an fj60 looking change it up
If you go to 3:20 in this video I show the parts needed to upgrade czcams.com/video/nCWoKtiK5uY/video.html but I don't have an install video for the brakes, just the master cylinder czcams.com/video/P2DT0RHI8K8/video.html
@6thgeargarage awesome video, very easy to follow. Do you have a video on the front disc brake conversion?
Thanks! And sorry I do not... it was done long before my days of youtube.
My front knuckles are leaking also. Need to do this soon.
Muy buen video, Me sirvió de mucho, Thanks
I’m currently doing the job on my 84 Toyota truck starting with the drivers side. I knew I would have an issue with the cone washers on the locking hub when I heard you say, be sure to replace them with the split turned upward.” Turns out these are all over the board. I have managed to get 4 of them out but the last 2 are a major pain. Any suggestions that you didn’t use in the video?
Also have you done one of these videos on the drivers side?
How about adding power steering to one of these trucks?
Thanks ahead of time. Great video by the way. Loved the cracked dash one also!
They're an absolute PITA. Some people hit the edge of the locking hub with a hammer to help break them loose, but that will dent the hub since they're softer aluminum. Both sides are pretty much the same process, so I only filmed the one side. I'm lucky my truck came with power steering, so I didn't need to add it. If you wanted to add PS, you'll need the box, pump, lines, reservoir, and mounting bracket/tensioner... that's all I can think of without looking at my engine bay. One more thing on those cone washers... did you try heating them up?
really great video, thanks!
Glad you liked it!
I've never seen so many seals and grease in my life. I'm completely ignorant on solid axle/truck axles and hubs like this. I had no idea
It's quite a job. Not too complicated, just long and very messy!
Easier way to get the spindle off is just beat it with a dead blow. Or put a 2x4 on the spindle and beat that. Gets them off with 2 or 3 hits. Takes 10 seconds.
Looking good!!
You placed second spindle paper gasket on spindle before dust shield where as Toyota manual STEP 10 says after dust shield. I think two gaskets are required to be honest. But it has a drain passage for either path that does not have gasket. I did the right side your way. Maybe do the left side the Toyota way.
Hmmmm.
Wow good eye... I never noticed that! I'd follow Toyota's instructions. The good news is that the knuckle is doing fine. I hope I won't have to take it all apart again any time soon.
Great video, lots of info. Getting ready to do the same, front n back. Only problem for me…I have a 74 fj40 no caliper brackets on my knuckle. Some have suggested I look for a 80’s 4-runner front end. Take the knuckle off that. I’d like to try n keep my original. I bought this new…what do you suggest. Thanks for your info.
I never thought that the knuckles would be compatible, but if one rebuild kit fits both then I don't see why not!
Hey again from Dayton, O. Do you have info on upgrading to 4runner calipers? Thinking about doing this since the calipers on my FJ62 are in sad shape. I have 15" wheels and 35's so some extra stopping would be nice. Thanks!
I used 1995 v6 4Runner calipers on my truck, along with 1985 fj60 vented rotors. Don’t forget the larger master cylinder to make use of the larger calipers.
@@6thGearGarage Awesome, thx!
How much should I pay a good shop to do this job?
Parts and labor-
Thanks great video
I have no idea... are you supplying the parts? If so, I'd guess $800.
The FSM calls for a centering tool for the knuckle bearings to adjust preload. I see you didn’t do the the low range off road video doesn’t show that as well. Is it okay to not use the centering tool?
I’ve seen a few people rebuild the knuckles but haven’t seen anyone use the centering tool. I don’t think it is necessary.
Anyone out there have a early 80's (single wire) transfer case indicator light switch??? Toy no longer has them and mines gone bad....
Adding hair around the axle seal helps with finding the hole.
I had to read that twice hahaha
Im an old guy, back in my day it was tricky finding the hole in the forest, now there’s no forest.
Hi mate,
Love the video, just wanted to ask about how big is your magnet you used on the knuckle bearing....
Cheers
I think it's about 1.5" diameter
so the link above for the rebuild kit is that's one from Cruisers? and it'll work on my 85 Toyota pickup axle?
Yeah, this is the kit: cruiserteq.com/4x-5x-6x-7x-series-knuckle-rebuild-kit-fits-9-1975-12-89-4x-5x-6x-7x-series-1979-85-pu-4rnr-disc-axle
Great video. I looked for the video you mentioned about painting a master cylinder but could not find it, also, what paint did you use for it? Thank you, Jim
Hi Jim, sorry about that... I just added it in the description. Thanks!
How long should the brake rotors last? Where your rotors fairly new when this job was done? Would it be much work to go back and replace them later if needed?
Im not exactly sure how long they should last- probably depends on driving style and how much the vehicle gets driven. These were still good. To replace the rotors, just follow this video but stop after the wheel bearings.
How many splines are on those burfield axles? Love the truck!
They're stock so they should be 27 spline .Thanks!!
hello, which front spring assembly does the hilux use, i see that it only has 3 leaves
It has a Pro Comp 4" lift kit
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Were the rotors ok , perfect time to have them turned or replaced
Yeah they were in good shape. I'd replace vs having them turned, as turning makes them slightly thinner & more prone to warpage.
Dude you didn’t put the link to get the same kit please type it thank you
It’s there, check again. The same kit covers many vehicles
So just to be clear he torque the adjusting nut to 43 foot-pounds, and then after he's done making sure the hub spins freely he loosens it and then hand tightens it? and also what is the snap ring that is used after pulling the axle out called?
Yeah torque first, then loosen & hand tighten. It needs to be a certain tightness to allow the hub to spin freely, but it's not a set amount of torque. You really have to just give it a spin and see if it feels right. Knowing what feels right comes with experience of working on these trucks, but you can always spin the one on the other side of the truck to get a good feel of about how it should be. I don't know if the snap ring has a specific name... axle snap ring?
@@6thGearGarage I'm trying to go from auto hubs to aisin hubs and I figured I would just follow your instructions. However, my auto only came with one nut and a bolt with a washer threaded on the axle that pulls it out I'm assuming, and keeps it from moving. Any insight?
@@6thGearGarage So far I have the two Aisin hubs, and two spindle nut kits and because my axle didn’t have a snap ring on the end I have to get two of them I’m assuming? Is the snap ring called the front axle inner snap ring or the Birfield snap ring? Marlin Crawler has both of them but I think I only need one.
@@user-ru5ph3qv8c I'm having a hard time picturing the bolt with a washer threaded on the axle, but I wonder if someone else was in there before and didn't reassemble it properly?
@@user-ru5ph3qv8c I would guess it is the "front axle inner snap ring" because the birfield has its own snap ring.
How to fixs the seats in those toyota trucks
Is yours ripped on the side edge too?
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21:22 do you have links for this specific kind of JB Weld products. I've look into it. but there are many kinds of it. dunno what to choose.
Here is the kind of JB weld I used: amzn.to/460W9Ih
@@6thGearGarage cool. thanks a lot man. 😃😃
I like your set up how can i fo it??
Do it
It's a 4" pro comp lift with 2" body lift
Ok how about anyone have a 85' solid axle for sale???
I saw one in OH for $500 a few days ago
Just did my 84 following your video . I'm having a issue with my hub bearing preload though. Even without the nut tight or even on I'm at like 20 lb on the spring scale? I have checked that everything is seated flush over and over and nothing has changed. I have read on pirate 4x4 some people say some kits the seal creates a bunch of extra drag and are really tight but I dont know if I can go with that and rock it. Have you ever came across this problem or have any ideas? Thanks for the vid it was a life saver and very detailed !
It sounds like you don’t have enough shims installed. Thicker or more shims will decrease preload.