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Either do the swap that I showed in the video, or it would be time to swap your steering box. That's usually where most of the play is.

Yes, one for the back half that will get a different input shaft. And a second case to use the planetary gears inside of the billet housing they provide.

@@Trav74r thank you

After rewatching it 3x, I think I'm going this route for my sequoia n using 2 tacoma j shift

@@Trav74r what's the length of the entire transfer case?

​@egtallday sorry for the slow reply, the total length of the dual case setup is approximately 19.25". That is from the front mounting surface where it mates to the transmission, to the surface of the rear output flange.

It had the stock automatic, A340F

Didn't do anything particular with them, they just go back together fine.

Thanks for the response, I am gonna ignore that part of the instructions then and try to put it back together without touching the synchro's, that seemed like an unnecessary portion of instructions @@Trav74r

I really doubt it.. it's been awhile but I recall it being a fairly tight assembly. Where you can't move it around much until all the bolts are out.

I did it on my 99, very happy with it. The only major difference to get used to is the tall ratio. For the first while I found myself turning in way tighter than intended.

Yes you need the planetary gears from an extra case to go into the NWF housing.

None so far. Works as intended and definitely have tons more torque in double low.

I don't know the answer to that. I'm not sure if these cases can be made to accommodate transfer cases from a 3rd gen. If there is a way, it's likely with the rear case being the stock unit. So it would probably still shift with the button/knob on the dash. However you would still need the lever for the front case to be accessible either with a cable or through the floor.

@@Trav74r oh ok cool. The website has the parts for the 3rd gen and you’d use a donor case from a 1st gen tacoma or 3rd gen forerunner, but Im assuming you’d just shift the additional case with the levers and keep the electrical like you said.

Thanks for watching. Honestly I didn't do anything. Just left the plug for the old front ADD system disconnected. So for a long time I didn't have a 4wd light come on at all. The actuator on the back of the t-case still engaged, just no light confirmation on dash.

@@Trav74r Solid. I’ll burn that bridge when I get to it but at least I know it’ll work until I figure out a solution. Your series on the SAS has been super helpful, much appreciated for posting the process

You have to remove the computer and hook up a relay in its place, at least that’s what I had to do. Was able to get 4wd and dash lights to work. Lmk if you want me to tell you what wires I used.

@@christophergoodwin6846 Yeah man I'd appreciate any insight if you've done it

@@jmik09 not sure what year you have, I’m running a 2000 limited (wire colors might slightly vary from year to year). Here are the wires I used: grey, green w/ red strip, light green, green w/black strip, green w/white strip, black w/ white strip, and black w/ blue strip. These are wires all going to the computer in the driver side kick panel, you have to remove the computer to do this. If you’re just trying to make the lights come on the 2x wires for the lights are green w/ black stripe and green w/ white stripe, I think the wire that actuates the add is the grey wire. If you have a different year and your wire colors are different I highly recommend just looking for a wiring diagram and deciphering it.

Yes, it has a fill port on both sides and a drain on the bottom. Fill it until it spills out, like most transfercases and differentials.

It's a trail gear branded pitman arm. I chose the flat arm for my setup.

@@Trav74r that’s what I need is a flat arm for mine. I’m running a Toyota box in my Chevy Colorado.

Yes, that's actually what I did in this series

@@Trav74r Nice thank you Is the axle a 61.5” wide Tacoma size Or is it the +5” size axle ? I want to do the same I’m just not sure if the Tacoma size 61.5 axle allows for the spring perches to be 31.5” spread apart.

@@4lownslow the rock assault axle I used is the widest they made (best of my memory). I thought that it was considered the Tacoma width. However the axle is closer to 63" WMS, not 61.5. I ended up running 1.5" spacers in the rear to make the factory 60" rear axle match the new front.

@@4lownslow actually you may be right. I'm going off what I can remember. I went with Tacoma width rock assault that is like 60" wide. Then I also did the IFS hub swap to pick up adding extra 1.5" on each side. Giving me a total of 63" WMS. So yes you can use the Tacoma width and run a 31.5" spring perch center.

By the way @travis’ shop do you happen to have the donnor part out that 3rd vf2 transfer? Just looking to see if I can get donnor parts instead of having to get a full vf2. Cheers!

I do not know. Obviously this isn't for a 4wd, but I don't know how similar the 2wd 1500 frame and dimensions are

Thanks for watching and the nice comment.

How do you identify if it’s a vf1 2 or 4? What 2 did you use?

@@charliesfowllife2335 that's a tough question to answer. I used VF2 cases. Both were manual shift from 3.4L V6 vehicles. My understanding is that all chain driven cases are in the VF family. I think that the VF 1, 2 & 4 have to do with it being a 4cyl vs 6cyl vs 8cyl or all wheel drive vs 4wheel drive. You will have to do some research on your own to get better info.. You can find some more info from the website about these eco-crawler cases in this link: northwestfab.com/products/ecocrawler

@@Trav74r does it matter if it’s a 5 speed or auto trans? I have 2 chain driven cases both out of 98 Tacoma’s with a 5speed. I guess they are vf2? I have been looking for info all over. I’ll check out that site thanks!

@@charliesfowllife2335 No that doesn't matter, cases can be used from a manual or an auto truck. My understanding is that there are couple internal pieces missing in a push button 4wd case (what I took out of my truck) that are in a manual j shift transfer case. I believe it's the internal shift forks, as the push button is actuated from a electric motor on the back of the case, instead of the shift handle in the cab.That's why I used two j shift cases. So that may be a thing to watch out for. Also be aware that cases from a 2.7 cyl are 21 spline input vs the 23 spline behind a V6. So that may matter depending on what you are bolting it to. If you are interested in this dual case setup, the guys that make it are very helpful and knowledgeable as well. I spoke with them on the phone a few times before I ever ordered.

I'm using the 3F springs from Sky's Off-road. They ride and flex good. They also help push the axle forward a couple inches.

@@Trav74r awesome, I think this is what I’m going to do. What size tires?

@@chrishenry5945 I am currently running 35" Nitto Trail Grapplers. I set the truck up to fit 37's in the front, but would just need to clearance the fenders in the rear to make them fit.

@@Trav74r Thanks!

The pitman arm came from a trail gear high steer kit. You can select from either a flat arm or a drop arm. The individual pitman can be purchased here. trail-gear.com/steering/toyota-pitman-arm.html

@@Trav74r thank you so much

Thanks. Felt like a tough video to make, since it's a lot to cover and kinda boring. But I was sure someone else would want to see how it went together.