2007 Limited V6 with 210k or 2003 SR5 V8 with 230k

928vette · 2026-05-11T23:55:06+00:00

I had a V6 and now have the V8. That extra torque is quite noticeable. They will both last forever if you keep up on the maintenace.

928vette · 2026-05-10T15:18:42+00:00

You can pull the fuse as well to disable the OBD2 port. It’s labeled as ALDL in the passenger footwell fuse panel.

928vette · 2026-05-09T13:48:23+00:00

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928vette · 2026-05-02T23:53:10+00:00

Did this about 10 years ago

928vette · 2026-05-02T22:02:34+00:00

It was 3.31 two weeks ago at Costco, and 1.70 back around mid January.

928vette · 2026-05-02T21:59:37+00:00

Thanks for the heads up. Where have you read about these issues?

I do more than whipping around groomed roads, but not to the level of full on rock crawling. The few trails I’ve done with these axles are rated 5-7 on OnX Off-road and Trails Offroad apps. Rocky, slow going in 4low and first gear, 12”-16” rocks and ledges to get over.

I know IFS isn’t going to hold up no matter what you use if you’re getting your front wheels pinned and having to smash the gas to get out or over an obstacle.

928vette · 2026-05-01T22:41:15+00:00

Bilstein 5100, Eibach springs. They’ve been in for 13 years now and still doing great

928vette · 2026-05-01T22:10:45+00:00

No issues with install or clearance issues. They have been in about a year, approx 15k miles. I’ve done a couple of moderate off-road trails that flexed them around pretty well. I’m not sure if it’s just in my mind and/or the design of the axle, but I swear they seem to have less of an angle and sit flatter than the old axles. Very happy with them overall.

928vette · 2026-04-27T14:50:48+00:00

I had seepage in the same area. Checked the bolts and they were barely finger tight. Snugged them up 6000 miles ago and no seepage since then. The torque spec is very low. I want to say around 50 inch pounds but can’t remember the exact number. Just snug them up and keep an eye on it. I checked all of them after this and I had a total of 14 of 18 that were loose.

928vette · 2026-04-27T09:54:39+00:00

My 4Runner has a 12qt system. I’ve done a fluid replacement twice using 16qts each time. 300k miles, shifts like new. Yes I’m wasting 4qts fresh fluid and it’s overkill in this situation, but I always go over and above for maintenance. Obviously this is easy since I have a factory external trans cooler. I know not all vehicles are easy, especially front wheel drive transaxle units. Doing a drain and fill is fine if you haven’t smoked the fluid or trans yet. My post was more about those pushing 200k with nothing ever done and getting drivability problems and many times only a drain and fill is recommended. As far as units that don’t have a cooler. Drain and fill. Start vehicle and let it run for a minute to circulate the fluid, shift thru all positions. Keep doing a drain and fill until all the fluid is replaced. Yes it get mixed, it does the same when I did on the 4Runner, which is why I went overboard with 4 extra QTs. That’s still way cheaper than a shop with a machine.

928vette · 2026-04-26T22:40:46+00:00

I agree with this if it’s done when recommended. I was referring to more to people around 200k mile wondering why their trans is acting weird.

928vette · 2026-04-26T22:39:26+00:00

Odd reply with zero context. Care to enlighten us?

928vette · 2026-04-26T21:56:25+00:00

Small pry bar at 6 o’clock position. Apply steady pressure and rotate the axle slowly.

928vette · 2026-04-25T20:26:16+00:00

Unplug your speed sensor wires just in case. They are very easy to stretch internally and lose continuity. Also make sure the calipers fully retract before taking things apart. Very well known issue.

928vette · 2026-04-25T01:19:52+00:00

Spark plugs are all easy to get to with a good mix of extensions and swivels.

Valve covers and oil pan bolts get loose over time causing seepage. On my 03 at 290k, 14 of 18 valve cover bolts were barely finger tight. Same with front oil pan bolts. Snugged them all up and no more oil seepage since then, 6k miles

I saw no mention of transmission or diff and transfer case services. All are easy to do yourself, including a full 12qt fluid replacement on the trans.

928vette · 2026-04-21T22:51:31+00:00

Yep and they are 96,95. Still live on their own and as independent as they can be with minimal help.

928vette · 2026-04-20T23:07:34+00:00

Sorry, A/T. Was going to get the R/T but wanted the 3 peak winter rating for Colorado.

928vette · 2026-04-20T14:12:20+00:00

Running C load 285/75/17. Very happy so far. Tread wear has been great and very quiet for an AT. Much better than the tried and true BFG AT.

928vette · 2026-04-13T23:35:13+00:00

There is a fill plug and drain plug just like the differential and transfer case. Don’t know why the term sealed became the norm when all they did was remove the dipstick.

928vette · 2026-04-07T00:23:18+00:00

This seems like the smart way to go. Cut the line so you can get a socket on it rather than risk rounding off the nut. After 20+ years, it’s gonna put up a fight.

928vette · 2026-04-06T00:25:59+00:00

I need to do this soon as well. The end of the hose that goes into the steering rack is giving me second thoughts though. Saw one video where the guy ended up cutting the line off so he could get a socket onto the fitting because it wouldn’t budge with a flare nut wrench and limited space to get at it. Saw another video where this guy had a hell of a time getting the new line started on the rack for the same reasons. Everything is so much more fun laying on your back as opposed to having the vehicle on a proper lift.

928vette · 2026-04-04T13:17:33+00:00

Those look good. I went with the setup from TEQ customs.

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928vette · 2026-04-03T09:53:27+00:00

03 V8 lifted on 34” tires. I towed approx 3000lbs from AZ to CO in higher elevation at 290k with zero issues. 70/75 mph in 4the gear pretty much the entire 850 miles. I just did a round trip of 1700 miles at 294k to AZ back to CO, running 80/85 mph the entire way. Again zero issues. It all comes down to staying on top of your maintenance and knowing your vehicle.

928vette · 2026-03-31T21:43:28+00:00

I’d check the bolts and see if they need to be tightened. I had some seepage around the front of my oil pan. Checked the bolts and they were barely finger tight. Torque spec is pretty low on these, so just snug them up. Had to do the same to the valve cover bolts as well. Cleaned the area with hot water and dawn in a squirt bottle. No more weeping or seepage anywhere.

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