Current thoughts on CV axle angle

[Churro]

So then adjusting the front suspension down a half inch and using OE parts should do the trick then. That would put me at a little over 2” lift in the front that does not require further modification. Agreed?

 

[linuxgod]

So then adjusting the front suspension down a half inch and using OE parts should do the trick then. That would put me at a little over 2” lift in the front that does not require further modification. Agreed?

I don’t think there’s a line where it’s ok or a problem. The more lift the more wear and the higher risk of blowing a CV when they’re extended. Below 2” is generally considered OK… you’ll have more wear than normal but does it really matter? Who really knows.

After one CV with a slit in the boot in 20k miles I just spent the $70 on a DD kit. Other than needing to space down my skids I haven’t felt it’s been negative for me. Yes I lose an inch of clearance but I’m pretty good at avoiding hitting that part. Now my transfer case skid is another story…

 

[Churro]

There is always a risk associated with any lifted vehicle with IFS along with the possibility potential damage or mechanical failure. With the DD kit really being front tilt kits for the diff, when I installed it it felt as if the diff was in a bit of a bind and did not sit naturally or level so I removed it. If the common consensus is that below 2” is ok then I would say that’s a good fix. I would say across the multitude of forums and responses that about 95% of vendors and experienced folks say that a diff drop is not needed. Not for the 200 series anyways. Maybe the 100 series for sure. Thank you for the in-depth response but it really didn't answer any question directly. I mean, who really knows right. I’ll send it see what happens! No worries.

 

[Txoverland]

I am at right under 22"

So I’m a bit taller, Toyota axels would be worth it. You’re a bit far but my rig was built by Duggy’s Garage in Houston, Toyotas/Lexus is all they do might be worth checking out. Since you rack up so many miles a month it may be worth doing all the things you mentioned, lessen preload, Toyota axels.

 

[Churro]

So I’m a bit taller, Toyota axels would be worth it. You’re a bit far but my rig was built by Duggy’s Garage in Houston, Toyotas/Lexus is all they do might be worth checking out. Since you rack up so many miles a month it may be worth doing all the things you mentioned, lessen preload, Toyota axels.

Thank you for the advice! Yeah, I'm a bit far from Houston at the moment, we are stationed in El Paso currently and there isn't a very big Land Cruiser/LX 570 community out here. There is one shop that seems to be more on par but I tend to be a DYI guy. They go by Hammerstregth Performance. I don't mind swapping the CV's myself. I also saw a company that rebuilds Toyota axles and then uses a high angle inner cv boot. I think it was JCV that sells them, but I could be mistaken.