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Carrier Bearing Noise: Bad bearing or just vibs from lift

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by StAndrew, May 30, 2014.

  1. May 30, 2014 at 7:12 AM
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    StAndrew

    StAndrew [OP] Wait for it...

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    Chris
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    Intake, exhaust, lift. Typical stuff.
    I had no issues with my 3" lift. When I installed my Dakars it got an extra ~.5" lift and sitting at around 3.5" in the rear. I imediately noticed a sound at highway speeds; kind of a low bass "Waaahh, waahhh, waaaaaaaah" sound and only when on the gas.

    Is this a bad bearing or just a vibration?

    After looking over countless other Carrier Bearing threads (yup, I used the Search function), I think what I have is different. Its sounds like a vibaration more than anything else and I have zero play in my carrier bearing (with my whole weight on the axel).

    Im ordering some 3* to help angle of the shaft and am considering a bearing drop but wanted some advice before spending money.
     
  2. May 30, 2014 at 8:49 AM
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    StAndrew

    StAndrew [OP] Wait for it...

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    Intake, exhaust, lift. Typical stuff.

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