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CALLING ALL LOWERED GEN II's

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Accessories & Modifications' started by Riff Raff, Mar 8, 2015.

  1. Riff Raff

    Riff Raff Junior Member

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    Have you noticed any axle bind? Broken any axles yet? How long has it been happening?

    Ever since I installed my Tein lowering springs, I can feel my axles binding when I accelerate. It's a pretty common problem when you lower any vehicle, I was just wondering if anyone else has this issue? I'll be inspecting my axle boots every few weeks for tears or damage, but I'm not too worried.
     
  2. Justdidit

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    None that I've encountered. I enjoy throwing mine into corners with the redone suspension.. I've had mine pretty low also...
     
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    What are you feeling that you attribute to axle-bind?
     
  4. Riff Raff

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    Feels like resistance when I accelerate, I can feel a vibration that directly correlates to the amount of acceleration. Looking into a 3rd gen control arm spacer to correct the issue
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    Honestly in more than 2yrs being lowered, never had or felt an issues with binding.