Topic: SAS for a 2000 Taco is it possible

[Dark Chaos]

I have been seeing allot of newer Tacos with a solid front axel under them on different web sites and it is driving me crazy with no e-mail address to ask questions or even a parts list on what these people are using is this just the power of digital photography?
Does any body have any idea if a SAS swap kit from a 86 to 96 will work on a 2000 Taco 4cyl.

[kyle_22r]

tacoma axles are wider than mini axles so that's not as great of a swap.  also, the transfer case output is on the driver side so you either need to get marlin's 4 cylinder case adapter or get a driver drop axle

most guys use modified '80-up jeep wagoneer axles or cut down '78-79 ford f150 axles, both dana 44s(ford is hi-pinion).

[KYOTA]

Go to  http://www.4x4wire.com/forums/postlist.php?Cat=&Board=UBB81  should find what you're looking for

[Marlin]

Many for these coversions have been done

For starters, the rack and pinion steering will need to be removed, and a 86-95 ifs p/s box installed.
You will also need to replace the oil pan with a T100 2wd rear pickup model as well.

Marlin

[mr4x42u]

44 waggy axles seem to be the ticket for the taco..It also has the driver side drop..

[josho]

hey,
a few websites that offer info:

www.bentup.com  (bought my taco sas kit there)
www.toy4x4.net
www.franketaco.com
www.norcalttora.com  (click on member projects)

all these should get you there.

josho
1996 SAS taco, marlins, lockers, chevies, bla, bla, bla

[84runner]

So is this something you paln on doing Dark kaos ? Those newer tacomas look so sweet with a solid axle under them and some coils overs or air shocks. There is a black one that runs around town with a can back top 

[Dark Chaos]

So is this something you paln on doing Dark kaos ? Those newer tacomas look so sweet with a solid axle under them and some coils overs or air shocks. There is a black one that runs around town with a can back top 

Many for these coversions have been done

For starters, the rack and pinion steering will need to be removed, and a 86-95 ifs p/s box installed.
You will also need to replace the oil pan with a T100 2wd rear pickup model as well.

Marlin

tacoma axles are wider than mini axles so that's not as great of a swap.  also, the transfer case output is on the driver side so you either need to get marlin's 4 cylinder case adapter or get a driver drop axle

most guys use modified '80-up jeep wagoneer axles or cut down '78-79 ford f150 axles, both dana 44s(ford is hi-pinion).

The thought has been rolling around my head for some time now. I have been doing a lot thinking, researching and planning on this teetering project. I heard the pre 2000 need the 2wd T-100 oil pan and all those goodies. Ford super duty axels would be sweet only problem with that is I would either have it cut down to match the back or put one out back. I would like to keep it as much Toyota as possible. The only things holding it back is time, money and axel selections, New, used or custom? I have been corresponding with Brian from frontrangeoffroadfab.com his company offers a customized axel that runs solid axel Toyota parts, also debating between buying a brand new Dana 44 or going junk yard hunting for one.

[iNfErNaL]

I would recomend going to a junkyard,looking for a mid to late 80s wagoneer,and pulling it yourself.A buddy of mine picked one up at a junkyard for $100.I believe it might be slightly wider than your rear axle,but not by much,and they are six lugs.I was looking for a dana 60 front not too long ago,and I saw a few wagoneers with complete front axle assemblies,hub to hub.I asked about pricing,and they were all around $135 and $160.In my opinion,that would be your best bet.