2000 Toyota Tundra vibration/shake
I've read more than enough about GM trucks with
vibration/shaking. I'm experiencing the same thing
with my 2000 Toyota Tundra.
The 1st time out, on regular city streets, at
about 45 mph, the front end shakes like crazy:
small, fairly high-frequency vibration, easily felt
through the steering, as well as by passenger. It
eventually stopped, because I slowed and had to
stop. Seems to come and go, but apparently, at
progresively higher speeds, and less frequently.
The other day, "cruising" at about 60-65mph for
about 20 miles, no incident, and getting close to
turn-off, where I was doing about 70mph, the
shaking returns. Returning home, the shaking no
longer there. It's back at the dealer for some
work, and the dealer will be looking into this
shaking I've mentioned. There was nothing
particular abot the roads, they are fine as roads
go. Any experience of this sort?
I will say this: it is happening less so, and I'm
hoping it's a matter of "break in". Otherwise, this
is a very nice machine to be driving.
Ed.
BTW the service manager "attempted" to tell me he
has the same issue in his truck, that because of
the extra-stiff suspension, it's normal and to be
expected. Yea, right.
vibration/shaking. I'm experiencing the same thing
with my 2000 Toyota Tundra.
The 1st time out, on regular city streets, at
about 45 mph, the front end shakes like crazy:
small, fairly high-frequency vibration, easily felt
through the steering, as well as by passenger. It
eventually stopped, because I slowed and had to
stop. Seems to come and go, but apparently, at
progresively higher speeds, and less frequently.
The other day, "cruising" at about 60-65mph for
about 20 miles, no incident, and getting close to
turn-off, where I was doing about 70mph, the
shaking returns. Returning home, the shaking no
longer there. It's back at the dealer for some
work, and the dealer will be looking into this
shaking I've mentioned. There was nothing
particular abot the roads, they are fine as roads
go. Any experience of this sort?
I will say this: it is happening less so, and I'm
hoping it's a matter of "break in". Otherwise, this
is a very nice machine to be driving.
Ed.
BTW the service manager "attempted" to tell me he
has the same issue in his truck, that because of
the extra-stiff suspension, it's normal and to be
expected. Yea, right.
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Anyway, I went home and took all the extra air pressure out of the tires and set them to factory spec. and have never had the problem since. (2k miles).
My only complaint about this truck so far is the number of GM truck owners that seem to be pushed out of shape about it. I had two park CLOSE against my door in the parking lot at work. Four have tried to challange me to a race, (GOD, let it happen on an open road next time), and a guy kept tailgating me tonite on my way home from a burger joint.
Maybe it's on of those California things, but has anybody else noticed this problem?
P.S. Sorry, I know I went off topic but - sheesh!
45 MPH. It goes away when you increase your speed. The vibration has never been very bad. My Tundra is a 2 wheel drive access cab limited.
Studs can bend, hubs don't.
By the way, glad to see the end of the "my dick - your dick" debate. No truck is the perfect truck, and where a particular one excells in one aspect, it does so as a tradeoff and compromise in some other aspect. So, much as it simply boils down the choice that suits our requiremens, all trucks should do well what they were intended to do. And why not: cars too.
Regarding vibration, I have none whatsoever on my new (manufactured 1/7/00, purchased 1/14/00) Tundra 4X4 V8 SR5 Access Cab with the factory aluminum wheel option (AL) and 265 Dunlop tires. I've got about 800 miles on it.
I wonder if some of the vibration problems being reported are related to dealer or distributer installed wheels and tires that may not be balanced properly combined with the sensitive rack and pinion steering on the Tundra. Just a thought.
My understanding is that the condition is related to: tire sidewall stiffness and roundness manufacture, balancing, alignment, and primarily found on the 4x2s (this makes sense because they inherently have a large rotating mass opposing lateral movement since the front drive axels are spining at wheel speed.
At 1500 miles, I did notice that my front tires outside edges were feathering. I ultimately worked out a deal with Toyota to replace my tires and steel rims with Michelin LTX M&S and factory alloy rims (I had to kick in some cash to make this happen, but the amount I paid was fair.
Summarizing: I understand the condition is now under control since Toyota has implented changes to the tire/whee/ and alignment, and tire selections.
Good Luck.
I think that what we are experiencing is two different problems. I have gone/ am going through them now with my v8 ltd 2wd access cab.
The first vibration was pretty substantial and happend at just about any speed, though I noticed it more after longer drives. Brought it to the dealer and they claimed to have fixed it by changing the back right brake setup. I believe it was too tight and caused the brake to overheat. I think there is a better technical description earlier in this thread.
The second vibration was less substantial and feels much more like a balance/alignment issue. i.e. slight vibration at times no matter what speed combined with a sort of harmonic effect. Took it in again last week and the dealer re-balanced the tires. I have noticed about 60%-70% less vibration, but it is still there. The harmonic effect seems to be gone though.
I'm going to see how she handles for the next week or so and try to get a better handle on the new feel before brining it back in.
GRTWYT
Finally after 75k miles I went to Michelin Tires (LTX Mud M&S) and SUPRISE, No More Vibration and a VERY smooth ride. It almost rides like a Tundra. My friend bought a Tundra and no vibrations yet with his Dunlops.
I had heard about Michelin Tire and Balance quality before but I was slow to learn. Discount Tire installed and balanced these tires upon purchase and they were smooth as silk. I cannot believe the difference. I even called back Discount (which I never do) and thanked them for a Superior Tire that gave me a better ride than new and absolutely No Vibrations. 6000k so far on the new tires and No More Vibrations! Joe.
I have read about a number of Tundras have developed the shakes or a vibration. Has this issue been solved by your dealer and if so how? I would like to hear about the permanent cure (there seem to be several areas pursued as a remedy - tires, wheels, brakes).
Next there seems to be an issue with a class IV hitch and some Federal regulation on the Tundra "Limited" series. What is it?
Is there anyone who is completely unhappy with their Tundra & why. Thanks, bob2016
Secondly, and most important, DO NOT LISTEN TO RUBLUETOO. He knows nothing about the Tundra and spreads falsehoods. He is pure trouble.
I took a buddy of mine that has a 98 Ford Lariat 4X4 for a spin in the Tundra. He seemed to be impressed with the ride and power. He said that if he can't get Ford to fix the nagging electrical problems that he has been having that he may be in the market for a new Tundra.
"pull that head outa that hole" NICE LANGUAGE
Sorry you did not graduate high school......
I'm a Ford driver and happy with that decision. Like all Internet postings, there are some by people that have an axe to grind (so to speak). Others do not know how to speak in positive terms.
There are a few things that I've noted from the postings. Some people are complaining of a front end vibration. Some of these problems were fixed by a re-balance of tires and other vibration problems were cured by a factory directed adjustment of the position (?) or the right rear braking system. Other people have complained that tires need to be balanced several times.
IMO the right rear brake thing MIGHT be causing the vibration because the steering needs to be aimed left to counter the right rear drag. It sounds logical.
As for the re-balance thing; first I don't believe that the dealer (Toyota or tire) personnel are incompetent in the use of the balance machine. Second, if the first is true, then there has to be an external cause to the balancing problems. My guess is that the tires are rotating (i.e. SLIPPING) around on the rim. This could be caused by all kinds of compounds used in the finishing of the rims. If it were me, the second re-balance I would request that the rim and dismounted tire be washed with a good detergent.
In either case these are anoyances that can be resolved rather than any type of a serious defect.
There is one thing that does concern me about these reported vibrations. Why should the Tundra be so sensitive to these vibrations, that I find rather illogical. It could be a few owners with buyer's remorse, I DON'T KNOW.
Also from what I've heard, the Tundra is expensive for the size of the truck. My F-250, SD, SC, 7.3L Diesel with almost everything for $29,100.
Good luck and let us know what you decide.
Rich
By the way, my new Tundra 4x4 (manuf. 1/7/00) with the factory alum. wheels and P265 Dunlops has 1700 miles and not a hint of vibration at any speed.
I was going to answer you earlier but I wanted to think about it. Assuming that tire balance and the right rear thing are fixed...
I'm trying to be logical here. If the truck is going back to the dealer and the dealer sets the truck up according to specifications and then the truck is going back to the dealer and the dealer sets the truck up according to specifications... Maybe the specifications aren't quite right???
I would take the Tundra to a independent front end shop. Ask if a slightly increased caster adjustment would solve the problem. (Caster is what makes the vehicle return to straight ahead when you let go of the wheel in a turn.) The caster adjustment won't wear tires so it should be safe to adjust to an extra half degree or so.
My guess is that the caster is set right on the edge and it causes the steering to react to every bit of play in the system.
Rich