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Wiggle in cv axle after needle bearing bushing swap

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Taco22trdor, May 11, 2024.

  1. May 11, 2024 at 6:27 PM
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    Taco22trdor

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    I paid out the wahzoo for a icon 2 full lift and needle bearing to bushing swap. Should there still be a little play (wiggle) at the end of the cv axle at the driver side front diff with new clam shell bushing? My OR had 51k miles stock suspension until yesterday. 2 inch lift installed. Paid to have bushing swapped. How can I know if they did it? Everything else looks great.
     
  2. May 11, 2024 at 7:19 PM
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    Age315

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    I think I had a little wiggle in mine after I did but it was a few years ago. I'll have to check it but they do recommend using 85w140 Non-Synthetic Lucas differential oil and I've had no issues with mine using that diff oil. I've used Lucas gear oil for years and neve has any issues.
     
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  3. May 11, 2024 at 7:24 PM
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    MadKatt

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    Mine wiggles a bit after switching it out.
     
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  4. May 11, 2024 at 7:34 PM
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    Yes there should be some "wiggle".
    There has to be some. Other wise the thick(er) gear oil couldn't get between the bushing and CV to lubricate properly.
     
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  5. May 12, 2024 at 1:53 AM
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