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Sounds like you got the 3/2.
Not sure if I missed it, but did you try four-wheel drive?

With that much lift you'll need the ecgs bushing soon most likely and may need more space at the carrier. Might want to measure driveline angles.

 

I did try 4Hi, it did not feel like it had any affect. If I need more space at the carrier, do I just politely ask to use those plates you offered? As in, would that be a solution with longer bolts

 

Yep, you can have mine. I've seen that the carrier kits are not all the same thickness. So you may just need a few fender washers to get you where you need to be.

I don't believe it's your tires because those issues are usually felt at higher speeds.

 

Depends on the balance issue. But, yeah. I had a mazda 3 before this, and I got new tires. They "balanced" them by throwing way too much weight at them. Turns out, when your commute is between 20 and 35mph, it takes a solid month before you get on the highway and realize HOLY BALLS this is out of whack.

....That was a fun ride up to Maine. Shook like a motherf***er between 67-74...So I either had to go 62ish OR 80.

..... I chose 80

 

Let me measure the driveshaft angles and get your feedback beforehand if I should have you help me out with that or just get a few washers

edit: yeah the vibration is worst at 23-28 or so. then it basically all goes away. Maybe I shouldn't have gotten new tires and the suspension at the same time but I really wanted it lol

 

Not sure if this helps but I’ll measure angles in a bit

 

Honestly, not sure what I should do for the angels so I hope I got it right

 

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/driveshaft-angles.465292/

A little reading material @Merling

 

Thanks for the link. After having put the CB drop, I tried going in neutral in that.. rumble zone. It still persisted. So is it likely that maybe a tire is out of balance?

I'm at a bit of a loss. Maybe I just didnt realize that the tires would have like a slight gravely feel to them in low speeds if all of this is normal

edit: redacted, some rumble (maybe that different type of tire?) but I think it does reduce the vibration when going into neutral

 

Damn that's shiny hahaha, what tires? AT/MTs will have a tougher ride for sure

 

Wildpeaks and thanks lol gotta coat soon

 

Well add me in for the list that needs TCase, diff changes. Truck is at Lexus this morning for its 90k service (still covered as a CPO) and the service advisor called saying it was due; they want 500 plus tax for the work. Nope I’ll do it, thanks!

 

They're a little obnoxious but if you get the bagged oil or a pump, they're doable. If it wasn't for my mangled up skid bolt it would be an easy job

 

Yeah I used a pump and did my cases on my 3rd gen 4Runner so I should be able to handle this. With the house purchase/remodel I was tempted to have it done but I was considering 200-300, not paying 500 plus knowing what the job entails.

 

"The only tool I keep in my toolbox is a checkbook"

Call up an independent shop, shockingly Lexus might be charging a stronger amount. Could probably find a local shop for lower. I'm half tempted to go that way for my brake bleed.

 

Just so you know, I work at Lexus as a tech.

 

You able to get deals on parts? I got a 2015 GS 350 F Sport that needs a new rear camera, but that looks around $900+

 

I’ll check. Going to need the VIN.

 

PM inbound

 

I do recall! Down in CT correct? I use Balise in West Springfield but this is the last covered service under my CPO. Undecided if I will continue afterward.