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  • eusasceusasc Member Posts: 91
    I've pulled around 4000 lbs and didn't have any vibrations. Even after I shredded one of the tires on the trailer. Good thing it was a tandem wheel trailer. Most of the time I was doing 70-80 MPH.
  • rwellbaum2rwellbaum2 Member Posts: 1,006
    Hey Guys,
    What are our VIN numbers. I've read that certain ones have the vib problem.
  • dschmitz1dschmitz1 Member Posts: 3
    I don't have any vibration pulling my boat and trailer. The combined weight is around 2,000 lbs.
  • redfox1redfox1 Member Posts: 42
    I had a Platinum Metallic Snug Top Lid installed on my Tundra 4X4 Acess Cab three weeks ago. It looks great and has produced a lot of nice comments. Highly recommend it.
  • scottj198scottj198 Member Posts: 7
    What is the current status on this vibration issue that seems to be an issue on some Tundras? I am within 1 month of purchasing a new truck. I was all fired up on the Tundra, and then I get a little gun shy due to the vibration issue. It is to the point that I have driven a Ford, it is not a Tundra.

    I need your input,

    Scott
  • rwellbaum2rwellbaum2 Member Posts: 1,006
    Most of us do not have any vibration problems and love our trucks. I realize it's hard to seperate legitamate complaints from bogus postings by people posing as Tundra owners. rubluetoo was/is a perfect example. He actually changed his screen name several times and posted all kinds of misleading and false info. If they don't offer a legit vin # with their complaint, then they are most likely frauds just out to stir up trouble.
  • daren1daren1 Member Posts: 8
    Just filled my tank up after 80% highway and 20% city driving with 89 octane. Looks like 16 mpg
    this time. Took another quick fishing trip to the same river on 87 octane (150 miles each way). I will post the results soon. I'm keeping track of this because I will eventually get a hard tonneau cover for my truck and am interested in the gas mileage change with it on.
    I'm looking for a tonneau cover that clamps on without rails so I can remove it easier. I would consider a canopy but people can see into those and steal your fishing gear when you have to hike to a river.
  • buzzman2buzzman2 Member Posts: 12
    Yes, I have had the vibration problem, and it was legitamate. See my post on http://homejack.com/tundratalk.htm.......
    Alan
  • emruzekemruzek Member Posts: 24
    I take serious offense to having a REAL vibration and being called a FRAUD. This has been a painful 5 month experience with 12 tire balances, 2 different tire manufacturers, and 17 trips to the dealership where the problem was CONFIRMED by the SERVICE MANAGER and OWNER of the dealership!!!!! I am on an aftermarket set of rims, and the 45-65mph shake is gone.
  • rwellbaum2rwellbaum2 Member Posts: 1,006
    Nobody "called you a fraud". If you have been following this topic for any length of time then you also have read all kinds of false and misleading info. Of all people you should have a stake in receiving accurate, factual info such as the the date of manufacture and vin numbers that have the vib problem. I was simply warning Scott that numerous bogus posts have been placed in this topic by rublue and the like. BTW, have you posted all relevent info regarding your truck. This might help any one else that might have the vib problem?
  • emruzekemruzek Member Posts: 24
    Yes, I have posted in the older tundra topics that have now been archived. These postings were in contact with doug(framehog) about vibrations with wheel/tire combo's. To make a long story short, my 45-65mph shake has gone away, but I still get oscillations above 65 that I believe may be due to the design of the truck in regards to shocks(low pressure gas filled), a stiff frame, a light rear end that is higher than the front, and the quad cab shell design and the way that it is mounted to the frame. I notice without the truck running that if you slam the door shut, the cab oscillates for a few seconds until it settles out. This probably happens also when you ride over road imperfections. The roads I drive on have a very slight ripple(like a washboard),which I believe triggers this oscillation.
  • brucec35brucec35 Member Posts: 246
    I have a SR5 V-8 access cab 2wd. Had a slight vibration at about 65-75 when I first picked it up, but it could have been the road surface, since it hasn't repeated, even on a 1,100 mile vacation trip. This vehicle is MUCH superior to my F-150 on long trips, btw. Made the trip a lot easier.

    I did get some violent vibration towing a trailer once, but it was because my load shifted and the tongue weight was negative. When I moved the load and balanced the trailer properly, it was fine.

    I bought new in October 99, and have distributor installed alloys and 265/70 Michellins at 32 psi.

    I must say, that compared to the RAM I have(anyone want it?, it's for sale) a Tundra having a little vibration at highway speed on a bad day is better than the Ram does on it's best day. It idles so rough you think it's going to die, and the road ride is rough on any but the smoothest roads.

    A slight vibration problem is certainly no reason to go to an inferior make of vehicle.
  • greatzotgreatzot Member Posts: 11
    New tundra on the road. Dealer knocked herself out, gave me a demo to drive for two weeks while I was between cars. Swapped out the standard meat for Michelin LTX at my request. No vibrations or complaints yet. Gonna look at the snugtop Xtra vision this weekend. V8, Access, 4x4, Trd, tow, SR5, in thunder gray.
  • pr4mncpluspr4mncplus Member Posts: 22
    Just ordered a Tundra Lmtd 2WD, loaded except I wanted the bench seat and NO leather. Got it right at invoice (24,007) with NO dealer crap added on. CWirth, thanks for the pic earlier, mine looks the same except for the aftermarket flares and tonneau cover. Can't wait to get it in two months (I hope)....
  • reed4reed4 Member Posts: 56
    I am less than two months away from trading up from 87,000 flawless miles in my 96 Tacoma X-cab 2WD 4 banger 5 speed to a 4WD SR5 Access cab Tundra. I am curious about the technicalities of the Tundra's 4WD system. My brother's Grand Cherokee has what's called Quadra-Drive where up to 100% of torque can be transferred to ONE wheel. So far after 11K miles it has performed very well in low traction situations. So my question is what type of "intelligence" is built into the Tundra's 4WD system?

    Thanks......
  • reed4reed4 Member Posts: 56
    I am less than two months away from trading up from 87,000 flawless miles in my 96 Tacoma X-cab 2WD 4 banger 5 speed to a 4WD SR5 Access cab Tundra. I am curious about the technicalities of the Tundra's 4WD system. My brother's Grand Cherokee has what's called Quadra-Drive where up to 100% of torque can be transferred to ONE wheel. So far after 11K miles it has performed very well in low traction situations. So my question is what type of "intelligence" is built into the Tundra's 4WD system?

    Thanks......
  • rwellbaum2rwellbaum2 Member Posts: 1,006
    I totally agree with you on the cab mounting. Toyota mounts the cab to the frame via rubber bushings. This isolates the cab from bone jarring potholes. The down side is it creates a slight, muted shudder effect after each road disturbance. I guess I've become accustom to this effect after years of driving a tacoma extra cab 4x4 which has the same cab mounting.
  • 1taxman1taxman Member Posts: 27
    Alright, I am still looking for a dealer that will deal in So. California. Has anyone had any luck? Everyone I have talked to says they may come off MSRP by $500 or so. I am looking for my new truck much closer to Invoice. Let me know if there is such a thing as a "Dealer" in So. Ca.
  • epoeepoe Member Posts: 56
    I test drove the Tundra Limited w/4.7v8 and the Silverado Lt.
    TUNDRA:
    pros: exceptionally quite (unless under hard acceleration)
    cons: the dopey hand pull in the left arm rest annoyed me on my 3 mile test drive, smack in the middle of my arm with it's lump! :(
    could not see the cheap looking instrument cluster through the steering wheel. (i'm 6'1")
    SILVERADO 1500 LT:
    pros: heated outside mirrors and auto dim rear view mirror and FULL-time 4x4 (eg, rain, fall leaves)
    cons: cheap plastic compartments, have to hit them twice to close or open them typically.
    Have to test the Ram 1500 and F150

    Help? -> Can I get the convenience features I have in a sedan in a truck? 1)heated mirrors, 2)auto dim rear view mirror (though you typically want them in a car to ward off TRUCKS), 3) Volume controls on the steering wheel?
    Thanks all! "Keep on truckin!" (The high-steppin' sticker from the 70's! -Edgar A. Poe
  • pr4mncpluspr4mncplus Member Posts: 22
    Well, you know, a truck is a truck. But they are getting more civilized. I believe the only trucks offering the steering wheel stereo controls are the Dodge products (Dakota, Ram). I'm not too confident with their reliability factor though.... BTW, all the latest car mags, including a few 4x4 mags, AND Consumer Reports, all rave about the Tundra, especially the instrument cluster. How is it cheap looking? If you compare the Chevy, Nissan, Dodge, and Ford, they look the same (or worse IMHO).
  • dogsterdogster Member Posts: 94
    Anyone with a Tundra have a power antenna? I bought a LTD 4x4 Access with the 6 disc CD 3 in 1 and it has a fixed antenna. The owners manual mentions a power antenna, which would be much better for installing a car cover (I live by the beach and the salt and sun will cook the paint off the roof otherwise.)

    As far as caps, Snugtop makes the XV and I've been told will release the Expo, which is more SUV like (pop open window instead of slider). I was told by a dealer that Leer is only producing a cap for the T100 and installing them on the Tundra, which doesn't match from what I've seen.

    Also, has anyone tried to put nerf bars (tube steps) on a Limited or TRD package? I tried Smittybiilt and Westins but the installer said you had to cut several inches off the front mudflaps, which I don't want to do.
  • dogsterdogster Member Posts: 94
    When I was looking at the Tundras, Longo Toyota in Cerritos quoted me $1000 off a Limited over the phone. I presume they would do better in person. Toyota told me they receive the biggest shipments of Tundras in So CA. I got mine directly from Toyota so I can't recommend a dealer from my buying experience.
  • cole12cole12 Member Posts: 10
    I took my tundra into my dealer yesterday to have them adjust my emergency brakes which were misadjusted from the factory. I told the technician I have a slight shimmy in the steering wheel at highway speeds. He rebalanced all 4 wheels. They were way out of balance. I am a certified toyota tech, I no longer in the profession though, I cant believe my wheels were so out of balance but the truck barely had a problem. This truck is just as smooth riding as my wifes Lexus RX300. I have the michelin LTX tires with the port installed wheels. If you will notice the owners manual and the door jamb say two diff tire pressures. So I asked the service manager what his exp was with the tundra and tire press. He said go with the 29 psi in each tire, that is what the factory is suggesting to do. Now, 29 psi is alittle on the low side for me in regards to outside tire wear on the front tires. I have found that it So important that wheels be balanced correctly. You guys have no idea how many service shops cant balance a tire correctly, either the machine or the tech is not doing it right.
  • emruzekemruzek Member Posts: 24
    I thought that I would give an expansion on how my vibration went away. Through much troubleshooting, it was determined that my 5 spoke alloy rims(original equipment) were out of round/bad runout(no explanation why). I waited for 3 months for new rims from the factory. (they were on national backorder)I received the new rims and one was bad. It took 1.25 oz. of weight with no tire on it. I then decided to go with the port machined aluminum alloy wheels. I had them installed and balanced by a very competent place.As stated in my previous post, steering shimmy is gone. I also have had the steering wheel upgrade performed after this just to have my truck built the same(hopefully) as the new ones. The new stering wheel design has a counterbalance weight on rubber mounts installed in the upper half of the wheel. It helps take out some of the road and engine oscillations. It is a slight improvement than the old steering wheel.(the amount of improvement in feel may be determined by how sensitive one is)I still have oscillations, but the SHAKE is gone.
  • berglund1berglund1 Member Posts: 9
    I have the Westin Nerf bars on a LTD tundra 4x4 TRD. No clearance issues whatsoever. They look great, install in about 15-20 minutes per side and it's easy. If you have tools don't pay someone to do this. It's really simple.

    In talking with a large number of people in the industry of aftermarket truck items I have found that they agree that Westin has one of the best warranty's in the industry and are very good should you have to make a claim.

    I'm happy,

    carl
  • kernickkernick Member Posts: 4,072
    If you're buying an extended cab, I think you'll be much happier with a Silverado. I researched the decision for many months, and testdrove a Tundra.
    The deciding factors were the Silverado has Autotrac all-weather 4WD, and more interior room. Otherwise they were pretty similar.
    I have a 1,000 miles on my Silverado right now and it has been perfect. I really couldn't find any significant advantage that Toyota has. I would probably pick the Tundra over the Dodge and Ford though.
  • doyaguedoyague Member Posts: 4
    I like the Thunder Gray exterior - which is my color of choice for my new Tundra. However, my question is being that the gray/silver tone paints tend to fade on cars sooner (especially on US autos from the 70's & 80's) -- have there been improvements on the quality of paint manufacturing, does Toyota use quality paint, what features do the 'metallic' add?
    I had a '79 BMW - Silver - and never had problems with the paint fading when I sold it in '89.

    Thanks,
  • jyarnoldjyarnold Member Posts: 50
    I've noticed, as did a previous poster here, that the paint on the Tundra, (sunfire red), seems to chip easily. This is my only real complaint about the vehicle so far. I typically hit many dirt roads and rocks do fly however in 2k miles of driving I seem to have picked up quite a few chips compared to the paint on my 4Runner. Anyone else seeing this?
  • rwellbaum2rwellbaum2 Member Posts: 1,006
    Do you know if the steering wheel modification is a warranty type item, or do you have to pay to have it retrofitted to early models?
  • rwellbaum2rwellbaum2 Member Posts: 1,006
    Do you know if the steering wheel modification is a warranty type item, or do you have to pay to have it retrofitted to early models?
  • emruzekemruzek Member Posts: 24
    It was a warranty item for me. I let the dealer know that I had heard about this mod and asked if it applied to mine according to the vin#. He was quite surprised that I knew of this and asked how I heard about it. I told him (The internet told me)! This mod was at least good up to the vin# -----4410ys------. My vin# was a little later, and it still applied to me. Excuse the vagueness, but I really do not wish to publish my vin.
  • powercatpowercat Member Posts: 96
    Sorry guy's I hate being redundant but I've missed a few posts. What's this about a steering wheel modification?

    Thanks, Tim
  • epoeepoe Member Posts: 56
    p4~: Instrument cluster cheap justification; I guess i'm saying it's cheap because i'm looking at a $30k truck, not a small base model, so i'm thinking i should enjoy the colour and layout of that which i'm going to stare at for the next 10 years.. Therefore i compare it to aesthetics i see in typical 30k priceds cars (es300/i30/maxima) it can't cost 'that' much to embellish this area. ;)
    Kern~: I think the 'tundra' advantage would be the quiet cabin. I was hoping to avoid the ford and dodge because my friend and neighbor has a '00 ram, and my brother has a 99 f150 (don't want to look like a copy cat!) Thanks gentleman!
  • artpartp Member Posts: 156
    I have to agree that Toyota could have done a better job on the gauges. They are functional but not pleasing to look at. I prefer German guages. This wasn't enough, by far, to stop me from purchasing a Tundra. I don't know of a V8 truck with a nice dash.
  • kantonkanton Member Posts: 142
    Hello all. Don't mean to invade on this topic, but I see alot of posts bashing the Silverado. What gives? Over in the Silverado post there is very rarely a Tundra bash.

    When I was looking for my new truck about 3 months ago, I researched and researched, test drove and test drove. I narrowed the choice down to the Tundra and the Silverado. I test drove four different Tundras and four Silverados. Liked them both, power is very comprable, the iForce to the 5.3L Vortec, etc... However there were a couple of things that made me choose the Silverado, for one the size of ex-cab of the Tundra, just to small for anybody to be back there for an extended amount of time. And second three of the four dealers I test drove from said that a towing package was not available on the Limited here in CA!? Don't know if this was true or not, but leather was a must. At any rate, I bought the Silverado, fully loaded, and could not be happier. Both trucks are very good trucks you could not go wrong with either one of them (although each have their little problems), it just boils down to what each person likes and what they will be doing with their truck. Take it easy Tundra boys!!
  • artpartp Member Posts: 156
    were here for a long time and totally disrupted the topic with their lies, so we're a little sensitive to you Silverado guys. Part of this might be because we all want the Toyota Silerado. I guess you can say that we thing the GM has questionable build quality and we don't trust that they won't be problem vehicles later. No offense, it's just why we bought something else. Personaly, I would have bought a Silverado if I didn't think my chances for problems were higher, it would be a rattle trap after 80k miles, and in 8 years it would look like it was 15 years old. Just my opinion.
  • meredithmeredith Member Posts: 575
    This topic is continued in Topic 1275....

    Welcome Toyota Tundra - III. Please continue these discussions there.

    Front Porch Philosopher
    SUV, Pickups, & Aftermarket and Accessories Host
  • meredithmeredith Member Posts: 575
    This topic is continued in Topic 1275....

    Welcome Toyota Tundra - III. Please continue these discussions there.

    Front Porch Philosopher
    SUV, Pickups, & Aftermarket and Accessories Host
  • tp4unctp4unc Member Posts: 437
    Good hunch.
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