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Front end issue

Discussion in '2nd Gen Tundras (2007-2013)' started by Snookemjoe, Dec 23, 2023.

  1. Dec 23, 2023 at 5:02 PM
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    Snookemjoe

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    Can’t find where this loud clunk is coming from. Also when I turn hard left or right , the front tires seem to roll differently. Seem to want to push
     
  2. Dec 23, 2023 at 5:40 PM
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    When was the last time you got an alignment?
     
  3. Dec 23, 2023 at 7:03 PM
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    Six months
     
  4. Dec 23, 2023 at 7:52 PM
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    Cam bolts may be seized…
     
  5. Dec 30, 2023 at 8:22 AM
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    4W drive isn't disengaging? If the front wheels are 'pushing', in other words, trying to turn at the same speed, may be something to look at.
     
  6. Dec 30, 2023 at 1:53 PM
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    Thank you for the info. It is not 4 Wheel drive however. I’m seriously thinking it’s worn out parts. Just want to be prepared if I take her in for an alignment. Do not want overselling
     
  7. Dec 30, 2023 at 1:54 PM
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    It seems it could be upper tie rods.
     
  8. Dec 31, 2023 at 5:56 AM
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    Although we are lucky here, with a great team at a Toyota dealership - it's over 90 minutes from home. I use a local family owned garage for alignment and tires. Their work has been very reasonable and done right. Possibly have another shop check the front end?
     
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  9. Dec 31, 2023 at 7:56 AM
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    Going to find a good shop
     
  10. Jan 1, 2024 at 8:27 AM
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    Sway bar bushings?
     
  11. Jan 1, 2024 at 2:17 PM
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    Thanks for your reply. I’m going to take it to the Dealer for an oil change , I’ll pick the guys head a little. Hopefully I can get an idea
     
  12. Jan 1, 2024 at 2:23 PM
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    End links would be guess as well, specially if suspension work has been done.. Check your lugs as well.
     
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  13. Jan 1, 2024 at 2:28 PM
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    Do you have Cat shields?
     
  14. Jan 1, 2024 at 4:51 PM
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    What would the cat shield affect on the front end ? Not sure of that
     
  15. Jan 1, 2024 at 5:04 PM
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    Some report clunks and squeaks from these
     
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  16. Jan 1, 2024 at 6:54 PM
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    Thanks , I had no idea of that
     

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