Hey TVT,

I wanted to share a resource I found. Earlier in this thread I posted about replacing vs. rebuilding of my CV axle. It had been torn so long that I was told it needed to be replaced. The problem as you know, you can not buy replacement axles from Toyota any longer, and I couldn't find a re manufactured axle anywhere. So, what to do...search for a parts 4WD van to hopefully harvest an axle in better shape...doesn't come around often, but it seemed like the only option. Then I found CV axle express in Utah. My mechanic removed my axle, I shipped it to them (paid extra insurance because its priceless given there are no replacements, lol) and they disassembled, cleaned, rebuilt, including new tripod bearings, packed, new boots/clamps, and mailed it back. It came back two days later (I live in CA) and it looks and feels good as new! Time will tell for how durable the new parts are, but the total was $250 for my mechanic to remove and re-install, $130 for the rebuild, and $40 shipping, and it was 7 days from removal to reinstall.

Another axle is still on my pick and pull list, from previous thread advice and personal preference, I would prefer a old authentic original Toyota axle vs. new rebuild/re maned axle with aftermarket roller bearings and boots... But to get back on the road and actually be able to lock into 4WD without nail biting fear my axle will explode it pretty awesome! Anyways, you can check them out online, https://cvaxleexpress.com/

Here are pictures after rebuild and the invoice for rebuild... Take it easy Van friends

Axle.jpgCV installed.jpgCV express.jpgCV invoice.jpg