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Diff Drop on 2WD?

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by matt8981, Jun 12, 2010.

  1. Jun 12, 2010 at 11:41 AM
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    matt8981

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    I am putting on the 3" toytec spacer and aal lift on my 2WD DC TRD SPORT (this is just going to be for show and road use only). The guy putting them on for me told me that I don't need the diff drop. Is this true or is he full of it? I obviously don't know much about this stuff so I figured I would ask the experts (YOU GUYS). Please let me know so I know if I need to find someone else to put this on for me.
     
  2. Jun 12, 2010 at 11:45 AM
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    straycat241 maXXXed out mid travel

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    its a 4wd thing
     
  3. Jun 12, 2010 at 11:47 AM
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    PtLomaComa

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    So there is no need for a dif drop on a Prerunner?
     
  4. Jun 12, 2010 at 11:51 AM
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    straycat241 maXXXed out mid travel

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    it returns the CV angles closer to stock
     
  5. Jun 12, 2010 at 11:54 AM
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    Yeah, no need. It's for the front differential on a 4x4.
     
  6. Jun 12, 2010 at 12:04 PM
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    LuckeyTRD

    LuckeyTRD rIDIN wHEELIEz!!

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    just in case you didnt understand the two posts from above (its possible guys) NO you dont need it bc a diff drop is only for 4x4 lift applications... you have a 2wd so u dont need it... trust your buddy whos helpin ya..
     
  7. Jun 12, 2010 at 7:57 PM
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    Thanks guys I appreciate it!!!!!!
     
  8. Jun 12, 2010 at 11:08 PM
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    You don't have a diff to drop.

    Take the diff drop kit and sell it on the 'Buy/Sell/Trade' section on TW.
     

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