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LCA adjustment cams need anti seize - do this now

Discussion in 'General Tundra Discussion' started by csuviper, Apr 15, 2016.

  1. Apr 15, 2016 at 8:03 AM
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    csuviper

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    Just found out my 2012 RockWarrior with 50k miles has seized lower control arm adjustment cams. These need anti seize on them as soon as possible to prevent them from seizing. Common issue with Tundra and other vehicles. Just wasn't quick enough getting it done.

    Add anti-seize to your LCA adjustment cams now!!!!!


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    Last edited: Apr 19, 2016
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  2. Apr 15, 2016 at 8:08 AM
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    This will cost upwards of $1500 in parts and labor if new LCAs are needed.
     
  3. Apr 15, 2016 at 8:12 AM
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  4. Apr 15, 2016 at 9:58 AM
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    Wynnded What MPG...

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    Suppose I'd better get on that, I remember the experience with my Tacoma. I had to use a die grinder to get them suckers out.

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  5. Apr 15, 2016 at 11:00 AM
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    Ouch. Sold my Tacoma with one seized. Alignment came in within spec without having to remove it though
     
  6. Apr 15, 2016 at 11:11 AM
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    LOTSOFTOYS

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    No because you have to align it after you take those out
     
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  7. Apr 15, 2016 at 12:57 PM
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  8. Apr 15, 2016 at 4:20 PM
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    We can high 5 our selfs together.
    I'm sure mine are fucked also
     
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  9. Apr 15, 2016 at 5:45 PM
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    Dang it. I guess I need to take a look this weekend. Should be fun with a ft or 2 of snow. PB Blaster??
     
  10. Apr 15, 2016 at 6:20 PM
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    I'm relatively new to the truck, so pardon my ignorance .... assume this means that, at a minimum, a bolt/nut has to be loosened, and the end result is alignment will be necessary afterward?
     
  11. Apr 17, 2016 at 5:23 PM
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    Thanks for the info. Will look into tomorrow.
     
  12. Apr 17, 2016 at 6:12 PM
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    Yes after you pull these out and add anti-seize you will need to get an alignment.
     
  13. Apr 17, 2016 at 6:16 PM
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    This would be nice:

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  14. Apr 17, 2016 at 6:23 PM
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    Should be ok with new Toyota ones and lots of anti-seize though.
     
  15. Apr 17, 2016 at 6:45 PM
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    Thanks. Truck in Corpus Christi for it's first three years, salt air and all that.....so I'll be doing it real soon.
     
  16. Apr 19, 2016 at 2:23 PM
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    Just formed over to have the alignment shop to replace the passenger side. The truck looks sweet after 5100 level, but this sours the taste a little.
     

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