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Bent Axel? Alignment Question

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by eric0947, Oct 11, 2016.

  1. Oct 11, 2016 at 1:19 PM
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    eric0947

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    Hey guys/gals,

    I just had an alignment done and noticed the rear has readings that differ from left to right. See the image attached.

    My understanding is that since this is a solid rear axle there is no adjustment for camber or toe. Given that I have different values on the left side and right side of the truck does that mean my axel is bent? If not, what does it mean?

    Thanks,
    Chuck

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  2. Oct 11, 2016 at 1:20 PM
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    I wouldn't say bent axle right off the bat, there are a lot of variables with your rear axle being off. For one, your axle might be pushed forward even a fraction of an inch on one side than the other & it will give you different readings.
     
  3. Oct 11, 2016 at 1:24 PM
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    Thanks, I suppose since one side is negative and the other positive that would indicate the axel is rotated around the pumpkin looking top down. No?
     

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