Marlin Crawler Dual Transfer Case (Part I - TacoBox Assembly)
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- Опубліковано 7 сер 2021
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In this video we show you what it takes to build your own "TacoBox" using Marlin Crawler's dual case adapter plates. This will require you to source a compatible transfer case from an early 80's Toyota truck as a donor. The benefit of this sicmod is allowing you to bolt an additional reduction housing unit between your existing transfer case and transmission with each case having its own shifter. By combining the factory Toyota transfer case, and low range reduction gear sets of 2.28:1, a final transfer case ratio of 5.2:1 is achieved. This new low range gear ratio is 119% lower than a stock setup.
***Helpful links for learning more:
Marlin Crawler's MC09 kit (1st gen Tacomas + 3rd Gen 4Runners)
www.marlincrawler.com/transfe...
Marlin Crawler's MC31 Kit (1st gen Tacomas + 3rd Gen 4Runners)
www.marlincrawler.com/transfe...
Marlin Crawler's transfer case bible
www.marlincrawler.com/tech/tr...
Trail Gear Installation Instructions
trail-gear.com/media/download...
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I am impressed with the quality of that transfer case... wow
You just made Marlin Crawler very happy.
Dude yes! been waiting for this one! Taco box is the next high dollar mod for my 4runner
Nice! We are hoping this series helps eliminate a lot of confusion that may happen when assembling all the components.
@@TimmyTheToolman Should be getting my adapter plates and gears in the mail TODAY!
@@danieldeemer Cool! Hope the job goes smooth for you Fear the Beard Dan Deemer.
Just finished watching both vids. Thank you for taking the time to put this together, this certainly wasn't a "shoot it in one take and upload it" type of video. Then again all of your content looks like it takes a ton of filming and editing.
Salute
We work very hard to put forth very detailed and informative videos for our viewers. Sean and Chris did an excellent job on this series.
I have been reading through the above links in the past, as well as reading through TacomaWorld posts in an attempt to figure out the procedure . This video clarifies things for me. Looking forward to part 2. Thank you!
thanks for stopping by the comments. part 2 will include how to install it between your stock transfer case and transmission and show how we cut a hole in the floor in the cabin, install our custom drive shafts from Tom Woods and eventually show everyone how slow this thing can go!!
Excellent video. Very detailed. I wish this video would've been available when I was doing my dual transfer case 👍
Anything you did different or got hung up on that could help a future person looking through the comments?
@@TimmyTheToolman Not really, you knocked it out of the park
Chris's truck is legit prime
Super legit. We all wanna grow up to be like Chris’s 4runner one day.
Great job guys, Thank you so much for the video, it really helps.
Thanks and you're very welcome.
Good stuff as always! The detail and time you both put into these is a huge benefit to the Toyota community. Thank you once again🍺🍺 One minor constructive criticism would be to mention that you should allow the RTV to set for about 30-60 minutes before torquing the fasteners down👍
That’s what I was thinking as well. I like to drive the fasteners in by hand, wait about a half an hour, then torque to spec. This leaves a tiny space between the mating surfaces for the gasket material before you put the final squeeze on it.
Thanks for your feedback. We did need to tighten it a bit just to get the mating surfaces to touch down but can’t say we waited 60 minutes before our final torque.
@@TimmyTheToolman hope you didn't take offense. You're way more experienced on this than I, but thought it would be good to point this detail out to your viewers👍👍
Good, correct info, thanks for sharing and making sure we give the best info possible to our viewers.
Can't believe the day has finally arrived!!! This is awesome, can't wait for the next video. Thank you for your amazing contributions to the community. Also very interested to see the video for the EIMK tank relocation procedure, particularly the wiring and plumbing.
One question, is Chris's truck an auto or standard?
He’s got an automatic. We are potentially going to do a manual swap on one of our 3rd gens and THEN install the other marlin crawler transfer case we have after it’s a manual. If our calculations are correct, adding a dual transfer case to a manual trans is will still clear the cross member and gas tank avoiding the need to cut the crossmember out AND then there would be no need to re-locate the gas tank
Awesome mod👍
Awesome Sicmod for sure
This went from "Hey, I might be able to do this.." to "No way can I do this.." very quickly.
don't be intimidated, we show you everything you need to be successful! either way, it's worth attempting something and working your way through it vs not trying at all, that is the best way to learn!
I would love to make this sicmod happen on my rig one day.
Definitely a cool mod to plan for if you wheel your truck!
I'm not sure if you can control the frequency of ads, but after the 18th pitch for home/auto insurance bundle, I contemplated just closing the browser in protest. Good video though.
Sorry for the ads Austin. We don’t have control over what they are trying to pitch, but hope you stuck around long enough to check out this awesome transfer case assembly.
- Sean
hello timmy, nice illustration, awsome but so complicated. what other vehicles can a marlin crawler dual transfer case fit. thanks,
Check Marlin Crawler's website for all the vehicles they offer this kit for. I know they also make them for Tacomas.
One of these days you guys gotta do a field monitor unit!
Yeah those hilux surf field monitor units are pretty cool. Maybe we’ll pick one up. There are a couple different types depending on the year and if you have a sunroof, so make sure you study that before you buy one. JDM 4 lyfe 🤘🏼
Mechanic asmr
So what happens to the electronic 2wd/4wd control knob of the 3rd gen (The spin dial: 2wd-H, 4wd-H, 4wd-L) after you install a single or dual transfer case? Is it disconnected? What if you're running a single stick (on front case) or dual stick (on front case) or triple stick (twin stick on front case and single stick on rear) what job does the original control knob do?
not sure exactly what your question is because 3rd gens use a shift lever not a control knob (I believe 4th gens use a control knob). When you install dual cases, the stock shifter gets moved back and the new shifter is where the original shifter was, Chris opted to keep all of the OEM electronics to keep the OEM all wheel drive function that can be engaged when you press the button on the stock transfer case shift lever
specifically which box do I need? as they dont offer built units anymore (for the time being) I've looked at 84-90's 4runner T-cases.. and there is one at a local junkyard for $150.. but without going to see it how do I know it's the right one? specific years/models of 4runner/tacoma? I do note that they request a 23 spline input for the t-case, and only ones I see that have this are the 1986-87 turbo 22re trucks.. and nearest one I've found is in CT.. 250 miles away...
Did you try calling Marlin Crawler for help with your questions? The reason why I ask is these guys know more than us and might be better equipped to answer all your questions.
@@TimmyTheToolman I'm not at the purchasing stage at the moment was hoping someone had the info online, or a link to the forums..
@@killahjeep You don't need to be at the purchasing point to hit them up for help. These are the guys that pioneered the mod. If anyone is equipped to answer your questions, it's definitely the people at Marlin Crawler. I'm sure they will give you some help or point you in the direction where you can find it.
could you maybe leave it together and run passenger drop if you wanted
Yes you can do this, have to SAS it obviously though.
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Thanks Mr. Goble! We missed you at the Sicmods BBQ yesterday. Next time you gotta come!
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Thanks bro !
I will !
Teach you guys a thing or two !
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yessssssss
So much yes
Hey guys. I'm local (bay area). I have all the parts for this build (its been sitting for a year). I'm curious if you guys can put it together for me. I just don't have the time... LMK cost and time frame if you can do it.
We're not mechanics for hire. We just don't have the time. We both have regular full time jobs and we do the UA-cam videos as a side gig. We prioritize our spare time to making new content for our channel because that's how we can do the most good. We also have other responsibilities and interests so doing side jobs for people puts a huge strain on our lives and kicks the balance of work and leisure way out of balance causing burnout. I wish we could help, but we're going to have to pass.
A shop I would recommend is Yota1 Performance in Riverbank near Modesto. They do good work.
I've been looking at the website for the last year and I haven't been able to see the part available in stock how the hell did you guys get it
Chris ordered the adapters quite a while ago. We've heard your same complaint from lots and lots of people about Marlin Crawler. You should call them, say you watched our video, and would love to do the same mod on your rig. Ask them why they can't seem to have this product in stock. Maybe if they hear about the interest from more people like yourself, they'll figure out whatever they need to do to get their manufacturing going. That's my suggestion.
@@TimmyTheToolman 👍
What did you use to clean that t case?
he used wire brushes, brake cleaner, simple green (only the purple kind), and 3m scrub pads.. and acetone, mineral spirits and brake cleaner on the mating surfaces..
So much want. Regardless of the fact that my ex has my 04 🌮. 😵💫
She took HER taco And your Tacoma?!? Bummerville
I love toyota duals but everyone has a dual toyota box. So i went with an atlas for the second box
How's the Atlas box working out for you?
@@TimmyTheToolman its been 5yrs and i never had to take it apart. Im on my like 5 or 6 front axle cuz i keep blowing it up by using front dig 🤣🤣🤣 but man its a a great box. Whats also funny im actually putting a toyota axle together rn cuz i blew the driver chromoly spindle and rcv the manual hub 🤣🤣🤣 i took quite a hit at the bank for the atlas. I daily my toyota original 85 OME 2.5" leafs 5.29's front and rear ARB on board air air lockers it gets around flopped it twice at browns and once at Elbe. But in my opinion its a awsome tcase i now have to go to 1ton axles if i want to continue using the front dig and not blow up axles aloha and mahalo for the vids 🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾
What do you think about the north west fab dual case option? They have some cool stuff and also use a more accessible T-case!
- Sean
@@TimmyTheToolman it has a more accessible tcase from 2014 and up. It was built around sensors. Dont get me wrong they seem like good tcases but i feel its more towards overlanders. It is similiar to a black box or magnum box for chevys, ford or dodge. So it is limited to those tcases. Also i dont like chain driven tcases
When is part 2 and 3 coming out ?
Part 2 is almost complete, it will include: installing, cutting up the interior to make room for the new shift, installing custom drive shafts and new adjustable opt Offroad rear control arms to address pinion angle and lastly, a test drive.
@@TimmyTheToolman super hyped up about this sic mod. Was wondering if this mod will also work on the 1st gen tacoma
Yes it will, marlin crawler makes adapter plates for all sorts of vehicles. But the 1st gen Tacoma platform is practically identical to the 3rd gen 4Runner so this video will be almost an exact step by step for you
@@TimmyTheToolman is it the same for manual transmission and automatic transmission?
I just want my car parts made in the USA. is that too much to ask?
At this day and age, yes. China, Mexico and other countries have cheaper labor available so companies can produce the parts for much less money. I would like American made parts too but that's a pipe dream.
@@TimmyTheToolman You won't be saying that when other nations start charging us way, way more and we have no means to produce them. Allowing our own manufacturing to shutdown because China or Mexico could do it better is/was a terrible idea.
Is there a Chevy Box?
I highly doubt it because Marlin Crawler specializes in Toyotas. But, check out their website. We provide a link in the video description. I might be mistaken.
that looks like a motorcyle caseing
Maybe a little, but it’s still a transfer-case
Timmy ur famous in arab countries 😍
Autographs are always free!
sooooo....currently rebuilding my RF1A t case right now...I was gonna paint it red..is that a good color for a t case?? 😂😂
Red makes it faster 🤓
- Sean
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