Should I replace my needle bearing with ECGS bushing?

So my Tacoma is lifted about 2.5" - it's been about 70K miles and the boots are torn so I'm replacing the axle. But I haven't had any issues related to the needle bearing. That said, since I'm taking my axle out, should I replace the needle bearing or don't mess with it if it's not broken?

06 4x4 Double Cab TRD Off Road

 

I would. Already in there. It'll add 30-45min to the job and preventative.

 

Yes

Because you know if you don't it'll start going out like 100 miles after the axel work is done

 

Yes

 

Yup, go for it. Although I had way more miles when I did mine (150K), the amount of slop I had compared with the bushing was night and day, even if I compare when I was at 50k. Also consider the front Lexus diff drain plug if not already done: https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/torque-on-lexus-front-diff-drain-plug.767086/

 

“Always”

-Severus Snape

 

LMAO - true. Especially now that I asked.