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Axle wrap sucks

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by diverse, Feb 25, 2014.

  1. Feb 25, 2014 at 2:05 PM
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    diverse

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    I'm searching for solutions to solve my axle wrap problem.

    I really thought the Goodbye Axle Wrap Mod was the solution. However the mod seems to have a negative long term effect on the springs.

    So my options seem to be replace the springs or add a traction bar. If I replace the springs its not clear the axle wrap will be solved.
    I don't want to lift my truck so my options are limited to;

    Springs;
    http://www.generalspringkc.com/
    http://www.northwestoffroad.com/
    Traction Bars maybe the solution;
    http://www.budbuilt.com/

    I would really like to hear from others how you solved the axle warp issue or if you have any experience about the products I have listed.
     
  2. Feb 25, 2014 at 2:28 PM
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    WildLand

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    I'm having axle wrap problems right now (since I have a leveling block installed). What I have heard is just get new springs and there is no use in trying to fix old ones. I'm going with allpro ones with the 3 inch lift
    These say that there is an extra leaf to prevent axle wrap from happening
     
  3. Feb 25, 2014 at 2:30 PM
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    Are you talking about the thump when you hit the brakes and then release or the shaking under hard acceleration on low traction?
     
  4. Feb 25, 2014 at 2:33 PM
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    is that not axle wrap??
     
  5. Feb 25, 2014 at 2:36 PM
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    I meant the OP, both are axle wrap yes, just wondering which symptom he is trying to fix
     
  6. Feb 25, 2014 at 2:39 PM
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    WildLand

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    oh I know, i was just wondering if i diagnosed my problem wrong. I have those symptoms too
     
  7. Feb 25, 2014 at 2:49 PM
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    The issue is both braking and hard acceleration. For braking the problem is the bump and acceleration the truck is shaking and hopping around. I drive dirt and gravel roads frequently so the problem is more noticeable when the tires brake loose, they start hopping.
     

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