TrakMotive TO-8242 CV Axle Shaft - Front Left

CV Axle Shaft for Toyota Front Left Applications

TrakMotive TO-8242 is a new CV axle shaft for front left driveline service on select Toyota trucks and SUVs. It is built with a neoprene boot and OE-style spline connections to support smooth power transfer in the front axle assembly.

This CV axle shaft is a direct replacement for 1979-1985 Toyota Pickup, 1981-1987 Toyota Land Cruiser, and 1984-1985 Toyota 4Runner front left applications. TrakMotive TO-8242 also cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 172286 and 182286 for the same application.

Key Features

• New CV axle shaft for front left installation
• 30 inboard splines and 30 outboard splines
• Male outboard joint with spline connection style
• Neoprene boot material for drivetrain protection
• Overall compressed length: 999 mm (39.33 in)
• Axle bolt thread size: M8 x 1.25
• Axle bolt hex size: 13 mm
• Axle bolt length: 45.3 mm
• No axle nut included
• No ABS tone ring included

Detailed Description

TrakMotive TO-8242 is a CV axle shaft engineered for front left service on Toyota Pickup, Toyota Land Cruiser, and Toyota 4Runner applications listed above. The axle uses a 30-spline inner and 30-spline outer configuration, along with a male outboard joint, to match the specified driveline layout. Its neoprene boot helps protect the joint area from road debris and moisture during normal operation.

As part of the TrakMotive CV Axle Shaft line, TO-8242 is a new replacement part intended for driveline repair where the original axle has worn joints, damaged boots, or vibration-related concerns. The part number TO-8242 is also useful when searching for a direct replacement for Toyota front left CV axle shaft service.

What It Helps Address

• Clicking or popping noises during turns from worn CV joints
• Vibration or shudder from a damaged axle assembly
• Torn or leaking CV boots that expose the joint to contamination
• Loss of smooth front-wheel power transfer
• Axle replacement needs on Toyota Pickup, Land Cruiser, and 4Runner front left positions

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, model, and front left position before ordering. Confirm spline count, axle bolt thread size, and compressed length against the original axle to ensure proper match. Because no axle nut is included, reuse or source the correct hardware separately as required by the vehicle application. If the vehicle is equipped with ABS, confirm whether the application requires an ABS tone ring before installation.

Quality Assurance

TrakMotive identifies this axle as a new part and backs it with a limited lifetime warranty. The company states that its products are manufactured under ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certified quality systems.