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Beefier CV axles?

Discussion in '2nd Gen Tundras (2007-2013)' started by BoysandHisToys, Aug 28, 2022.

  1. Aug 28, 2022 at 4:33 AM
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    BoysandHisToys

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    Aside from OEM, any suggestions for beefier CV Axles?

    I’ve got a 12” Bullletproof lift and starting to get a little play in front drivers side CV Axle. Looking to upgrade if there’s anything out there.
     
  2. Aug 28, 2022 at 5:44 AM
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    Yeah, I think I saw those. At that price, it may be a next year investment. Half that I could swing now.
     
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  4. Aug 28, 2022 at 5:55 AM
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    FrenchToasty

    FrenchToasty The Desert rat, SSEM #5/25, 6 lug enthusiast

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    Where is the play? In the axle itself or at the diff?
     
  5. Aug 28, 2022 at 5:57 AM
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    The axel has a little horizontal movement, maybe this is normal? and also some vertical movement at the diff.

    the passenger side has a little less horizontal movement and no vertical movement at the diff.
     
  6. Aug 28, 2022 at 5:58 AM
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    FrenchToasty The Desert rat, SSEM #5/25, 6 lug enthusiast

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    So that’s pretty normal, the driver side always seems to be looser partially because of the needle bearing on that side.
     
  7. Aug 28, 2022 at 6:01 AM
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    Nice! So maybe it’s ok? I’ve had it at the shop several times the past couple months for alignment, new tire rod ends, Coachbuilders shackles, ext…. Nobody’s said anything so maybe I’m just being too paranoid.
     
  8. Aug 28, 2022 at 6:02 AM
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    FrenchToasty

    FrenchToasty The Desert rat, SSEM #5/25, 6 lug enthusiast

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    Yeah I’m guessing your ok. Just keep an eye on it and listen for noises
     
  9. Aug 28, 2022 at 8:19 AM
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    One thing to keep in mind with CV axles and play is the inner joint at the differential is not fixed and needs to be able to move with as the suspension articulates.

    Joint.jpg
     

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