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Should I be concerned?!

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by hudhawk, Oct 17, 2011.

  1. Oct 17, 2011 at 9:13 PM
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    hudhawk

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    While I was under the truck I noticed that my drive shaft looks like its not in the transmission all the way. I'm pretty sure it's because of my lift. Should I be worried about this? do I need a longer drive shaft?

    And I know it looks like its leaking, but it's not. That oil stain is just from where oil spilled out the back of the trans when I pulled it to replace my clutch.

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  2. Oct 18, 2011 at 4:53 AM
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    A lot of drive shafts have an amount that they can move in and out of the transmission as the suspension moves up and down. I wouldn't be concerned unless it is coming out a lot, like an inch or more. The coupler should go in on the shaft a good 5-6 inches, half an inch wont hurt.
     
  3. Oct 18, 2011 at 5:01 AM
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  4. Oct 18, 2011 at 11:58 AM
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    Alright cool, thanks guys!
     

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