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Shimmy on braking

Discussion in '1st Gen Tundras (2000-2006)' started by AV8R4AA, Apr 12, 2021.

  1. Apr 12, 2021 at 9:22 PM
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    AV8R4AA

    AV8R4AA [OP] New Member

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    I had this for a while. I replaced the rotors and new pads. That fixed it.
    Now it’s shimmy on braking again. Bought (I thought decent rotors)
    Is it something else? Truck has 90K total miles.
     
  2. Apr 12, 2021 at 11:54 PM
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    ZappBrannigan

    ZappBrannigan The mind is willing but the flesh is weak

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    Sounds like rotors
     
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  3. Apr 13, 2021 at 6:52 AM
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    Did you check the caliper to ensure they were not "sticking" any where? Guide pins? This can cause uneven pressure and cause issues.
    In addition did you torque your wheels evenly, heard this could cause the rotors to warp prematurely.
     
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  4. Apr 13, 2021 at 9:39 AM
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    Ok,
    Should I be looking at Lower Ball joints for replacement also with this mileage?
    I tow a few times. Usually just getting a riding mower. Nothing heavy.
     
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  5. Apr 13, 2021 at 9:42 AM
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    Glock 40

    Glock 40 I'm here to break shit

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    Always keep an eye on those lowers. These trucks eat em up, especially if aftermarket.
     
  6. Apr 13, 2021 at 12:37 PM
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    Check the calipers I just had to replace everything on my truck because the calipers were hanging once they got hot truck shook like hell.
     
  7. Apr 13, 2021 at 2:16 PM
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    How do I check Lower Ball joints?
    If they need replacing, what brand should I use?
     
  8. Apr 13, 2021 at 5:55 PM
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    Voss

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    Toyota lower ball joints are best. At 90k miles I would replace for peace of mind if they are the originals... but that’s just me who’s afraid of early 2000 Toyota LBJ as I had a wheel fall off my Lexus GS300 once.
     
  9. Apr 16, 2021 at 5:33 PM
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    I looked up my purchase. It was R1 concepts brake rotors.
    5 stars. All Tundra drivers. No idea why mine suck.
    BTW Lower Ball joint was replaced via recall
     
  10. Apr 17, 2021 at 4:17 AM
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    tvpierce

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    Your rotors don’t necessarily suck.
    Have you checked calipers as @GavinG83 suggested?
    Has the brake fluid ever been flushed?
    If the calipers are sticking, even the best rotors will get hot and warp.
     
  11. Apr 17, 2021 at 5:41 AM
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    bmf4069

    bmf4069 Yup, that's car parts in a dishwasher

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    Like others said, I'd replace the calipers. I went with this kit from rockauto.

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    Note that if you get this kit on a 13we truck, you have to trim the dust shield a tad.
     
  12. Apr 17, 2021 at 9:21 AM
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    When I did the brakes, I checked the calipers out and checked and lubed the guide pins.I will pull the tire and check for something askew.
     

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