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7” BDS suspension alignment

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by Blacktundra808, Mar 9, 2020.

  1. Mar 9, 2020 at 12:36 AM
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    Blacktundra808

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    Hi guys I’m new here I have a 2017 tundra planning on swapping out lift currently running BDS 7” having major outside tire wear reaching a dead end on fixing issue . Anyone running same lift with CB tie rods I heard it’ll help with alignment issues ?? My truck only has 15k miles never gone off road and been aligned 2x ..can this issue be fixed at all ?? I need some input please thank u

    7” BDS
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    Nitto Trail Graplers
    15k miles
     
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  2. Mar 9, 2020 at 1:22 AM
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    The 7 inch bds lift is known for this. I’ve put 30k miles on my new tires though and it’s barely starting to be noticeable so something might be off with yours. I’m going to dismount my tires and flip them on the rim next time I go in for a rotation to get it to wear evenly but mine isn’t too bad. I can’t help with why yours is so bad if your alignment numbers look right...
     
  3. Mar 9, 2020 at 1:31 AM
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    Are you running CB tie rods ?
     
  4. Mar 9, 2020 at 2:54 AM
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  5. Mar 9, 2020 at 9:24 AM
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    are you running CB tie rods?
     
  6. Mar 9, 2020 at 9:25 AM
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    Hello from Hawaii
     
  7. Mar 9, 2020 at 4:28 PM
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  8. Mar 10, 2020 at 2:39 PM
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    Are you running CB tie rods? They are fantastic.
     
  9. Mar 10, 2020 at 2:52 PM
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    I have the same 7inch bds lift and I’m running the coach builder tie rods! I haven’t had any problems!
     
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  10. Mar 10, 2020 at 4:51 PM
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    Are you using factory alignment specs?

    BDS suggests:

    The Tundra specifications for the best tire wear are below. I have attached the procedure Tundra’s use for their alignment, I am sure you’ll find it interesting.

    Caster =maximum positive adjustment available
    Camber=0
    Toe=1/8” toe in
     

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  11. Mar 10, 2020 at 6:28 PM
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    How many miles you have on your lift/tires ?
     
  12. Mar 10, 2020 at 6:28 PM
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    I’m getting CB tie rods this Friday
     
  13. Mar 10, 2020 at 6:30 PM
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    Awesome info I’m passing this on to my mechanic I’m getting CB tie rods & brand new tires
     
  14. Mar 10, 2020 at 6:30 PM
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    I have a set just have not put them in. They are beefy
     
  15. Mar 10, 2020 at 6:31 PM
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    Oh and get the specs from David at CB on aliment
     
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