{"product_id":"icon-vehicle-dynamics-front-differential-drop-kit-for-toyota-tacoma-4r","title":"ICON Vehicle Dynamics Front Differential Drop Kit for Toyota Tacoma \/ 4Runner \/ Tundra 4WD","description":"\u003cp class=\"product-lead\"\u003eThe ICON Vehicle Dynamics Front Differential Drop Kit is a CNC-machined aluminum spacer kit designed to restore proper driveline geometry on lifted 1996–2004 Toyota Tacoma, 1996–2002 Toyota 4Runner, and 2000–2006 Toyota Tundra 4WD trucks and SUVs. By relocating the front differential to a lower position, the kit reduces CV axle operating angles that increase when a suspension lift is installed. All three vehicle applications are covered by a single kit (SKU 51050), and fitment is limited to 4WD models only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-shipping-note\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e ICON parts ship direct from ICON Vehicle Dynamics, mostly by UPS Ground. Lead times vary by part and some items are built to order, so please allow extra time. We email tracking as soon as your order ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReduced CV Angles Mean a Longer-Lived Front Axle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen a suspension lift raises ride height, the front CV axles operate at steeper angles than they were designed for. Sustained operation at those angles accelerates wear on CV joints and CV boots, components that are time-consuming and expensive to replace. The ICON Differential Drop Kit lowers the front differential to bring CV axle angles back toward their factory operating range, reducing the mechanical stress that causes premature wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePrecision Aluminum Construction with Grade 8 Hardware\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe spacers in this kit are precision CNC machined from aluminum, providing a lightweight and accurate fit without the dimensional variation of cast or stamped parts. Grade 8 mounting hardware is included, so no sourcing of fasteners is required for installation. The combination of machined aluminum and high-grade fasteners keeps the differential securely positioned under load and over rough terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifferential relocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e lowers the front differential to reduce CV axle operating angles on lifted 4WD applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCV joint and boot protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e reduced operating angles help minimize stress on CV joints and slow wear on CV boots\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCNC-machined aluminum spacers:\u003c\/strong\u003e precision-machined for accurate fit and a lightweight installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade 8 mounting hardware included:\u003c\/strong\u003e high-strength fasteners supplied with the kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e51050\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCNC-machined aluminum spacers; Grade 8 steel hardware\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e1996–2004 Toyota Tacoma 4WD; 1996–2002 Toyota 4Runner 4WD; 2000–2006 Toyota Tundra 4WD\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDrive Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e4WD only\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHardware Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eGrade 8 mounting hardware\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Is For and Isn't\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-fit-yes\"\u003eThis kit suits owners of lifted 1996–2004 Toyota Tacoma, 1996–2002 Toyota 4Runner, or 2000–2006 Toyota Tundra trucks running a 4WD drivetrain who want to reduce CV axle stress caused by increased operating angles after a suspension lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-fit-no\"\u003eThis kit does not fit 2WD variants of any of the listed vehicles. It is also not applicable to Toyota Tacoma model years outside 1996–2004, 4Runner model years outside 1996–2002, or Tundra model years outside 2000–2006.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eDoes this kit work with any lift height, or is there a minimum lift required?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eThe ICON Front Differential Drop Kit is designed for lifted 4WD applications on the listed Toyota vehicles. No minimum lift height is specified for this kit. If you are unsure whether your current lift creates enough CV angle change to warrant a differential drop, consult a suspension specialist before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eDoes the kit include everything needed for installation, or are additional parts required?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eThe ICON Differential Drop Kit includes CNC-machined aluminum spacers and Grade 8 mounting hardware. No additional fasteners are listed as required. Installation tools are not included with the kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eWill this kit fit a 2WD Tacoma, 4Runner, or Tundra?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eNo. The ICON Front Differential Drop Kit is designed exclusively for 4WD models of the 1996–2004 Toyota Tacoma, 1996–2002 Toyota 4Runner, and 2000–2006 Toyota Tundra. It is not compatible with 2WD variants of any of these vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eDoes this product carry a California Proposition 65 warning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eYes. This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth anomalies, or other reproductive harm. This warning applies to California residents as required by Proposition 65.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ICON Vehicle Dynamics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50631078543430,"sku":"51050","price":128.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2203\/1686\/files\/a1c131fde1a2a2ab2b5cfbc3e5555f31-sq.jpg?v=1791964149","url":"https:\/\/terrainvault.com\/products\/icon-vehicle-dynamics-front-differential-drop-kit-for-toyota-tacoma-4r","provider":"TerrainVault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}