Do Drive Shaft Spacers Prevent Vibe?

[TGAR]

New to this forum and as with previous vehicles, these formats can be a wealth of info. (Kind of like discussing your choice of broadheads!)

Anyway, after much debate, I have decided on a Rancho 4" lift for my 2008 Silverado LT Crew. Also ordered a set of Dick Cepek DC-2 18" wheels, along with some 275-70-18 BFGs. Previously, I had leveled my '06 F150 and liked the look but most importantly there were no issues of vibration while in 4 wheel drive. After a discussion with my local mechanic about installing the Rancho, he brought up the issue of front end vibration after the lift installation and that I should be prepared for new shafts come winter. I thought that these issues were resolved when purchasing a complete kit, but now I fear too many "fixes" will be needed along the way. Do the spacers actually prevent this issue or are you guys experiencing vibration while in 4 wheel? He had also mentioned that some caution not to exceed 25 mph in four wheel drive. Here in NY, that's just not possible! I am having some second thoughts...

Any feed back on performance would be greatly appreciated.

[ruggedlife]

your mechanic is a moron.

[TGAR]

Well, I don't think that's true, but I was hoping for some more information from anybody who has experienced any vibration while running in four wheel drive.

[kstruckcountry]

Get the lift on and run it in 4wd, then you'll know for sure. Worst that can happen is you do have to get different shafts. I haven't seen anyone on here having issues with it (I could be wrong, I'm not into lifts really...). But I think there is a Carden (?) driveshaft style designed for higher angles.

[ruggedlife]

i have run my truck upwards of 50mph with no vibrations to be had whatsoever. i have never dealt with anyone saying they had one unless its a 10" lift and then they just get a new front drive shaft. cognito offers one

[TGAR]

Wonder why Rancho's set of instructions actually recommends a company for replacements shafts...

 

To reduce front drive shaft vibration, a replacement

 

 

 

shaft (part No. 3194-9824) is available from: POWERTRAIN

 

 

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