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Old Mar 30, 2007 | 05:48 AM
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Vibrations after lift

After a slight lift, about 1.5 inch (4 cm), my X comes up with vibrations that become noticeable at about 27- 30 mph and then again when this is doubled. Rear shaft splines and knuckles are checked and cleared. Any suggestions??
Wedges to reduce increased axle/shaft angle?
 
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Old Mar 30, 2007 | 12:31 PM
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yea ... I'd check your angles. Sounds like something is off. Mine has the vibe's and it's a 2wd.
 
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Old Mar 30, 2007 | 02:26 PM
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How did you lift it?
 
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Old Apr 1, 2007 | 06:19 PM
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Originally Posted by Monsta
How did you lift it?
By using the F-(250?) series spacer brick (adds 3.5+ cms), longer u-bolts.
 
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Old Apr 2, 2007 | 12:02 PM
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maybe some axle wrap! You need to adjust angle.
 
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Old Apr 2, 2007 | 12:56 PM
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Aren't those blocks tapered? Sure they went in the right way?
 
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Old Apr 2, 2007 | 01:04 PM
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That is a good point Monsta. He should definately check that out before he has a bigger issue while moving along at 55mph or in the woods. It is embarrasing to get towed out by another vehicle especially if it is a chevy
 
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Old Apr 9, 2007 | 02:24 PM
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Thanks for commenting - yup I'm sure they went in the right way. The shop will send me two sets of extra blocks with different angles to adjust the axle angle. I'm am waiting for some other gadgets which they will replace at the same time (local partner of them). They have done the same mod many times, and they are serious about correcting the problem which they've never experienced on a V-10. (I think the the rear shaft an knuckles config is different on a diesel)...
 
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Old Apr 9, 2007 | 03:23 PM
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Hey nny...

If you would'nt mind, could you get me the contact info for this company. I'm looking to lift my 03 about that much. I need to find that sweet spot so I will still fit in the garage.

Thanks.

Dean
 
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Old Apr 9, 2007 | 06:30 PM
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Hey Deno, don't know if it will be of any help to you, but here it is:

http://www.arctictrucks.com/

their Norway branch...
 

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Old May 8, 2007 | 03:19 AM
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FYI - problem fixed! Wedge blocks 'reset' the increased shaft/axle angle introduced by lift. It also turned out also turned out I needed a longer center positioning bolt to 'pin in' the wedge blocks. Added another 1/2 inch rear height, though. Doesn't really show. Goodbye vibes, me happy !
 
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