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Problem since adding lift / leveling kit

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by jwnewton1, Feb 25, 2016.

  1. Feb 25, 2016 at 4:06 PM
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    jwnewton1

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    I recently installed a 2 1/2 in lift/leveling kit and 19" wheels. Now when I first apply the gas I get a slight vibration for about 3 seconds. Do I need to install different shocks or is it something else???

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  2. Feb 25, 2016 at 5:09 PM
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    I believe the rule of thumb is 2", and above, you'll need a carrier bearing drop kit. It's basically a $12 spacer. I drove around for about a week before installing mine (I have a 2" lift), and I had a noticeable shudder when first taking off from a dead stop. I then installed the carrier bearing spacer, and it's now ~95% gone. I can still detect it, but only because I'm looking for it. If this thing was in there from the start, I don't think I would have ever noticed it.
     
  3. Feb 25, 2016 at 5:11 PM
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    Thanks! It's been driving me crazy. I give it a shot
     
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  4. Feb 25, 2016 at 5:19 PM
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    No problem man.

    Good luck.
     

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