Tundra: 2006, 4door, 4WD, and 201,000 miles. What parts do I need?

Now with pics! (Passenger side close ups didn't load onto this post but passenger side looks OK).

When I first logged on, I came across a page that detailed some of the things I needed to replace but I can't find that page again!!!!

If someone could direct me there, I'd greatly appreciate it.

I suspect you guys know the sources for parts....that's one of the reasons I joined this site.

1). What lower ball joints do I buy? I've heard "OEM" but is one source better than another?
Do I only need the front lowers? What other parts do I need?

2). What timing belt? Is that something I can trust the shop to know what to buy?

3). What CV axle? According to the shop that did the inspection before I bought it, I need one
and my boot is very leaky.....is there one I should buy? Does it come as a kit?

4). Radiator: mine apparently has the transmission cooler (one of the reasons I bought it) but
I've read the radiator might need replaced before there is a leak. What's a good source of
those and do they come with a transmission cooler?

5). O2 sensor is out: is there a good source for these or just let the shop handle that?

6). Differential fluid: good idea to ask the shop to drain and refill both? Certain fluid better
than another?

I bought this truck from a client of mine to pull my mower trailer. The sooner I can get it into action the better. I'd appreciate any advice, thanks.

Driver's Side cv axle boot :



Close up driver's side cv axle boot:

 

Read this first:
https://www.tundras.com/threads/so-you-wanna-buy-just-bought-a-1st-gen-tundra-eh.115928/

 

Thanks bfunke!

I've been over there now and saved it to my "favorites" page. However, nothing on Cv axle or radiator.

I'll give McGeorge a call Monday. I don't think they stock radiators though.....

 

OK, doing some "research," and went to the Ourisman site.

Is this the CV Axle part I'd need? This have it all?

2000-2007 Toyota CV Axle (Left, Right, Front) 43430-0C010 | Toyota Parts|Toyota Online Parts (ourismantoyotaofrichmond.com)

My leak is on the left, local shop said I needed this. "You need a new CV axle, runs about $300.00." This is? I put my VIN Number into their system. I can call them on Monday to see.

 

Radiator: look in the "Coolant Leaks" portion of the https://www.tundras.com/threads/so-you-wanna-buy-just-bought-a-1st-gen-tundra-eh.115928/ post. It's a preventative maintenance item that I also need to do but haven't yet. Use a Denso radiator if replacing the old one, don't go aftermarket plastic and don't go aftermarket aluminum either, from what I hear the aluminum "performance" radiators can leak at the seams.

CV Axle: You need to figure out if you need to replace the whole axle or just the rubber boot that's leaking. If it's just a boot replacement, just buy the Toyota OEM re-boot replacement kit (I don't know the part number but I'm sure you can find it on this forum somewhere) and save yourself some money. If you need a whole new axle: 9550 Archives - CVJ Axles (cvjreman.com)

O2: Denso only.

Ball Joints: only the two front lowers are necessary. You don't need to replace anything else aside from the ball joints themselves, the 8 bolts (4 per side, do not reuse the ball joint bolts), castle nut and cotter pin. It's just the ball joint part and its mounting hardware. Idk about sourcing but make sure it's Toyota OEM only.

Timing belt: your shop should be able to source the right one. There's a "heavy duty" brand out there but I can't remember. I should know better but I'm only here to give as good an answer as my relatively limited knowledge allows.

Diff fluids: yes absolutely drain and refill. If it's 4wd drain and refill the front diff and transfer case as well. Figure out if you have a LSD rear, it will need specifically non-synthetic 80w-90 gear oil. LucasOil is a good source. If you don't have an LSD rear differential then i don't know what oil to use but you can find it on the forum no probs.

Most of the other members here in 1st gen are way more knowledgeable than I am but with my answers, the "so you wanna buy/just bought a 1st gen tundra eh" post linked, and some searching, you should be all set.

 

Your CV Axles may be OK. Show us pics dude. You may just need a re-clamp. Toyota CV axles are bulletproof.

 

Yeah, Toyota wants over $1,000 to do CV boots. The parts are only $100. Job sucks but isn’t too bad. I would do other maintenance while you’re in there, upper lower ball joints, wheel bearing etc.

Always stay away from aftermarket CV’s.

 

Radiator - Denso from Rock Auto.

 

Alright...finally have an update.

I've found the shops I want to do the work. I'll get started on buying the OEM parts now.

 

Timing belt kit is Aisin. Rockauto has them. Get the one with the tensioner included.

 

Looks like people have chimed in, covering most things. I'll add the below for you to look through. The timing belt is definitely doable for the weekend shade tree mechanic. Maybe you want to give it a go?

https://www.tundras.com/threads/timing-belt-master-thread-sticky.107240/page-2#post-3577946

 

OK guys, ordering parts now. (I guess tomorrow LOL after I get some replies).

Rock Auto only has two choices "base model w/o double cab" and "crew cab." Am I safe to assume 'crew cab" is the same as "double cab?"

2006 TOYOTA TUNDRA 4.7L V8 Radiator | RockAuto

Seems Toyota has discontinued the cv axle boot kit. Is there an alternative?

Wait! Only Ourisman of Richmond says that....what about this kit?

Search Results | Sparks Parts

Timing belt: is this the right Aisin kit? Do I need the "hydraulic tensioner?"

More Information for AISIN TKT001

O2 sensor upstream...this correct?

More Information for DENSO 2349051

O2 sensor downstream...

More Information for DENSO 2344260

Are these the seals that do around the point where the cv axle meets the front wheels? If so, I definitely need the driver's side.

Search Results | Ourisman Toyota of Richmond Online Parts

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Snowstorm here but tomorrow I'll try really hard to get the cv axle boot pics for you guys. (Got the pics! See first post in thread).

 

Double cab = "With crew cab"
Reg cab = "Without crew cab"
Acc cab = "Without crew cab"

No, OEM CV axle re-boot kit part number is 04438-0C020 and it's definitely still available.

Wrong part number, you want the one ending in "021" which includes more stuff. You absolutely want to replace the tensioner, yes. If it dies, and you no longer have tension held on the belt, what happens? Yeah...

Always look up your part numbers at www.densoautoparts.com and when dealing with O2 sensors, remember a couple things:

• "Upstream" is typically called "air/fuel ratio sensor"
• ALWAYS order the "exact fit" part, NEVER the "universal"
• Always look at the notes, since some sensors vary left-to-right if you're V6 vs. V8 or if you're RWD vs. 4WD
• Reference the # of sensors in the note also, to understand how many you need to get of that
• If you see the # of sensors in the notes is "1", that means you either have a V6, or each bank has its own part number

It appears your upstream part number is correct, ending 9051. It also appears your downstream part number is correct. You need two of each if replacing all sensors.

Oh, and note that https://autoparts.serratoyota.com, I find, often beats Ourisman's price once you see the final cost at the 'Checkout' page.

 

Well it's done!

Thank you Shifty and all the other guys for the input!

Parts alone was over $1000.00.

And now we wait....