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gilraine · 08-10-2007, 02:33 AM

I have an 86 4runner that I'm gathering parts to build... the plan is TBI 350, TH700R4, SYE'd 241, from my 89 burb(RIP).... my question is axles... would a toy axle with 30 spline longs and his hub gears surrive 37 inch MTR's on the street, with IROKs in the dirt.. I am a fairly cautious driver, but am unsure if a 60 is needed.. the truck would see extensive street time as well... thanks...

the_experience3006 · 08-10-2007, 10:36 AM

Spend money AFTER you break a part or two. A 60 swap isn't going to be cheap. Run whatcha got until you can't run it no more...that's how I've gone about things.

montezuma · 08-10-2007, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by the_experience3006

Spend money AFTER you break a part or two. A 60 swap isn't going to be cheap. Run whatcha got until you can't run it no more...that's how I've gone about things.

x2. I'd say at this point, buy the longs. If you later find out that you need to go to a 60, sell off the longs. Used they get about as much money as they do new. Also, if they break, Bobby will warranty them for free.

Renaud33 · 08-10-2007, 11:16 AM

My friends son has a 90' extra cab with a 350 and 36" TSL SX's. He runs Longfield 30 splines, Longfield hub gears, ARB hub studs, ARB knuckle studs and a few other goodies. He is fairly cautious and hasn't had any axle issues. I think you will be fine with the Toy axle beefed up.

08-10-2007, 02:33 AM	#1 (permalink)
gilraine Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Member # 39297 Location: norwich, ct Posts: 637	longs or 60 I have an 86 4runner that I'm gathering parts to build... the plan is TBI 350, TH700R4, SYE'd 241, from my 89 burb(RIP).... my question is axles... would a toy axle with 30 spline longs and his hub gears surrive 37 inch MTR's on the street, with IROKs in the dirt.. I am a fairly cautious driver, but am unsure if a 60 is needed.. the truck would see extensive street time as well... thanks... __________________ Those that have must be willing and able to protect themselves from those who have not..

08-10-2007, 10:36 AM	#2 (permalink)
the_experience3006 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Member # 80052 Location: St. James, MN Posts: 1,704	Spend money AFTER you break a part or two. A 60 swap isn't going to be cheap. Run whatcha got until you can't run it no more...that's how I've gone about things. __________________ [QUOTE=abig84;9192789]i swear id be gay if it wasn't for all the gay sex that's involved[/QUOTE] [QUOTE=TexasBlake;10305687]She's not that hot. I was just looking for a quick lay and she all wanted to like go on dates and shit. [/QUOTE]

08-10-2007, 11:16 AM	#4 (permalink)
Renaud33 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Member # 23389 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 1,332	My friends son has a 90' extra cab with a 350 and 36" TSL SX's. He runs Longfield 30 splines, Longfield hub gears, ARB hub studs, ARB knuckle studs and a few other goodies. He is fairly cautious and hasn't had any axle issues. I think you will be fine with the Toy axle beefed up. __________________ 85' 4Runner - AP extreme lift, 37" PB Rockers, duals TLCA Member# 16265

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