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new rubbing on lower A arm 2nd gen Tacoma 2008 OR DCSB

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by Wile_E_RedDog, Aug 21, 2022.

  1. Aug 21, 2022 at 11:29 PM
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    Wile_E_RedDog

    Wile_E_RedDog [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I've been upping my game as far as the trails I've been getting on and I have new rub on lower A arm on the driver side of my 2nd Gen Tacoma. Lots of new scrapes on the sliders and skids. I do nothing with speed. Current tires have 30k on them, show even ware, and have been rotated every 5k at oil change. I do the rotation and tighten lugs to 85ft/lbs. There is no pull to either side. I don't think I can detect motion in upper nor lower bushings or ball joints. Nothing new has been put on the truck in the past 20k. There are no sounds coming out of the front end. Currently no lift 265/75/16 on the original TRD OFF ROAD – 16” Wheels +25MM Offset.

    I've had it on stands trying to flex the joints and search for play. I' don't think I'm finding any

    What should I try next?

    I'm going to be putting SPC UCAs and a moderate 2" lift on the front leafs in the back to deal with the weight I've adding to my build. I'd like to determine if there are issues in the LCA or bushing prior to the lift going on. I'd like to move up to 255/85/16 and would do whatever is necessary.

    I'm open for suggestions.
     
    Last edited: Aug 22, 2022
  2. Aug 21, 2022 at 11:39 PM
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    08BajaBoy

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    Rubbing on you lower control arm? Can you post a pic of the wear spot?
     
  3. Aug 22, 2022 at 1:40 AM
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    Wile_E_RedDog

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    Aarm-rub.jpg
    This happened 3weeks ago, I've been reading and troubleshooting. I marked over the top of the bare spot to check for additional wear, but nothing more. Mostly no more wear because one doesn't turn full lock while turning on pavement during daily driving.

     
    Last edited: Aug 22, 2022
  4. Aug 22, 2022 at 1:48 AM
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    Fatback17

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