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When to shim?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Big Sky Country, Jun 16, 2016.

  1. Jun 25, 2016 at 9:32 AM
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    OZ-T

    OZ-T I hate my neighbour

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    Thats correct
     
  2. Jun 25, 2016 at 9:36 AM
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    Good! Had me nervous for a minute...do you know if I'd need longer u-bolts if I do need to shim? Got new ones with dakars and already installed center pin lengtheners.
     
  3. Jun 25, 2016 at 10:58 AM
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    You should be able to just have a look at how much extra thread tou have now , the axle shim is approx 3/8" thick

    PS ~ you could add 1/4" top plate spacers to your front assembly fairly painlessly as they work with the stock top hat stud length , that would bump the front up another 3/8-1/2"
     
  4. Jun 25, 2016 at 12:47 PM
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    Thanks. Was considering the top plate spacer, but want to wait until my cap arrives and throw all my gear in the bed of the truck and see how it looks and feels. Also, we haul a raft trailer during the summer and don't want to end up with bro lean. If I've still got a little rake, then maybe. Thanks for all your input.
     
  5. Jun 25, 2016 at 1:01 PM
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