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Axle shims

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by JAZZPA, Jan 22, 2020.

  1. Jan 22, 2020 at 2:15 PM
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    JAZZPA

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    Where is the best source of steel axle shims For a first gen Tacoma? I am needing a 2.5* or 3* shim to correct pinion angle. Many thanks in advance.
     
  2. Jan 22, 2020 at 10:37 PM
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    JAZZPA

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    Contacted 4Crawler but his will take weeks to ship. I am needing them a little quicker. Any others recommended?
     
  3. Jan 22, 2020 at 10:39 PM
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    Headstrong, toytec, wheelers all likely have some. Can get generics from NAPA probably.
     
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  4. Jan 23, 2020 at 10:18 AM
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    Give this guy a shout:

    Georg @ Valley Hybrids

    Orangefj45@sbcglobal.net
    Shop phone 209-475-8808

    Great supporter of the Landcruiser community, but I am sure he could get you what you require.
     
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  5. Jan 23, 2020 at 2:52 PM
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    Thank you sir. I will give them a shout.
     
  6. Jan 23, 2020 at 6:49 PM
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    Cut your perches off cleanly and re weld them way better than shims
     
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  7. Jan 23, 2020 at 6:52 PM
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    My rig is more of a daily driver and to get thru some light mud and sand on my hunting lease. It would be a better correction but for my application I think shims would do the trick. Thanks for the input tho.
     
  8. Jan 23, 2020 at 6:53 PM
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    Yeah it's a lot easier to use an angled shim for sure :)
     
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  9. Jan 23, 2020 at 7:02 PM
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    Georg makes them in steel, so if they are good to fix your vibes, you could weld them to the perch for extra security.

    Just a thought :thumbsup:
     
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