'05 Motor Mounts Failed/Failing

colvilletacoma · 02-09-2009, 09:17 PM

yeah if you have an 07 or newer you will be fine. If you have an 05 I would really consider doing it! If you have an 06 then I would recommend doing it but you might also be just fine and not have a problem.

05TacoTRD · 02-09-2009, 09:17 PM

Let me ask you guys this.... Is it worth it to have the mounts on my '05 (not showing any issues... yet) reinforced now before I have an issue or wait it out and see if a problem develops. Moneys very tight for me but if its really worth it I can find a way to get the cash.

colvilletacoma · 02-09-2009, 09:19 PM

Depends on how hard your offroad. If you dont do it a lot or all the time I wouldnt be too worried about it yet, just wait till you get the money

Y0TA · 02-09-2009, 09:19 PM

roll the dice...your call. but if it does fail, then it will cost you alot more to get it fixed

colvilletacoma · 02-09-2009, 09:20 PM

It shouldnt cost you anymore to get fixed, mine cost $250 and one side completely failed and the other side was starting, I have yet to see a post where boths mounts have failed. THe passengers side tends not to fail as much as the drivers side. Dont worry too much about it. You should be fine for the time being till money isnt so tight.

05TacoTRD · 02-09-2009, 09:22 PM

Right now I'm fairly easy on my truck (off road that is) due to my lack of sliders and skids. Once I get some armor it'll be different. I'm planning on keeping this truck a long time so I'd rather reinforce it sooner for peace of mind than worry about it later on down the road.

Y0TA · 02-09-2009, 09:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by colvilletacoma

It shouldnt cost you anymore to get fixed, mine cost $250 and one side completely failed and the other side was starting, I have yet to see a post where boths mounts have failed. THe passengers side tends not to fail as much as the drivers side. Dont worry too much about it. You should be fine for the time being till money isnt so tight.

i stand corrected. thanks.

i will take the advice from the wise.

colvilletacoma · 02-09-2009, 10:55 PM

haha I dont know about wise but Ive done a lot of research on it. It also depends on where you go, someone might give you some bullshit story on if you get it fixed after its failed and charge you A LOT more but its different with every company/person you go to so expect the price to vary. Hopefully it wouldnt be more then say 600 or so

tsilliker · 02-20-2009, 12:01 AM

I've got an 05 4x4 v6 access cab long box mfg in 11/04. I haven't looked at the mounts yet. However, I have noticed fair bit of axle hop when having fun in the deep snow we had in January. At least I assumed it was axle hop. I have original suspension bits in the back. No TSB done here. I was out of warranty when that came out.

Anyway, after reading this here, I am wondering if perhaps I have some excessive motion up front as well. Any of you guys who had broken mounts sense any excessive powertrain motions?

I have't done any hardcore wheeling, but I tow a fair bit. I have also put other stresses on my truck, including using the 4Low setting of the transfer case to extricate vehicles in ditches and stuck in snow.

I go offroad several times a year, and it has done some cool hill climbs and berm hopping. So far this truck has not let me down WRT it's mechanical abilities. I will be checking my mounts hopefully this weekend.

Thanks to all who have put time, effort, and dollars into this.

tammikm · 02-20-2009, 04:13 AM

how do you know the mounts have failed, can you actually see it or vibrations..??

thanks

Snyperx · 02-20-2009, 08:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tammikm

how do you know the mounts have failed, can you actually see it or vibrations..??

thanks

Crawl under the truck and look. You will see if they failed or not.

colvilletacoma · 02-21-2009, 04:09 PM

^^^^yeah as Snyperx said get under there and check. Also you might notice that your engine fan is hitting on your fan shroud and making a loud clicking noise or something of the sort, its pretty annoying. Which means your mounts have collapsed (probably on your drivers side) and that you're gonna need to get it fixed because the engine is basically just moving wherever it wants.

tsilliker · 02-22-2009, 11:08 PM

Well I checked my 2005 (mfg date 11/04). It has about 140,000 kms on the clock. That is about 85,000 miles.

The motor mounts are OK. So how many have been certified as failed anyway?

sonjay · 02-23-2009, 10:11 AM

My passenger side mount is starting to crack and you can see rust starting. Drive side looks ok! Will be fixing ASAP.

Oppie1 · 02-23-2009, 10:50 AM

I just bought an 05' 4.0, Access Cab, 6 Speed, TRD Off Road package. I wish I saw this sooner. I didn't slide under the truck before I bought it and it's about 2 1/2 hours away. I don't pick it up till Saturday. Luckily, I have a friend with a lift and an assortment of welders and scrap metal. Thank you for this info!

Light-tower · 04-01-2009, 04:05 AM

In the out skirts of Toronto with my 2005 TRD 6 speed. Going to look at these mounts in the morning. This is terrible.

bremertaco · 04-01-2009, 04:21 AM

Hey --
Have been keeping an eye on this thread for a while --
seems to just be off-roaders who are having the bulk of the issues. Since we know that Toyota re-inforced / "gussetted" the welds post-'05, will those of us street-only guys/gals with '05s be able to ask for some help from Toyota in a few years when ours start failing?

dbbd1 · 04-01-2009, 10:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bremertaco

Hey --
Have been keeping an eye on this thread for a while --
seems to just be off-roaders who are having the bulk of the issues. Since we know that Toyota re-inforced / "gussetted" the welds post-'05, will those of us street-only guys/gals with '05s be able to ask for some help from Toyota in a few years when ours start failing?

Probably only if you are still within the warr period. I plan on following up on this just before it expires. Matbe there will even be a TSB on it.

dtacow · 04-03-2009, 03:09 PM

The reinforced mounts came out sometime in late '06, so early '06s have the old style mounts. Mine did. 99% of people with the old mounts will probably be fine. That said I think they were poorly designed. I don't like the frame at all actually. I had mine reinforced because with my luck, I'd be in the 1% crowd.

colvilletacoma · 04-05-2009, 09:44 PM

my reinforced welds that I had done for $250 are doing awesome! Holding up great and Ive had no problems. Now I just have transmission problems (automatic), its been like that WAY before the mounts failed now Im just going to try to see if Toyota will actually do something or not. Also my wheel bearings or hub on my drivers side are going out

02-09-2009, 09:17 PM	#162
05TacoTRD Senior Member Name: Alex Luke Joined: Feb 2008, #4570 Location: Jacksonville, Florida Age: 18 Gender: Guy Posts: 3,386 '05 Prerunner V6 TRD Off Road 2005 Access Cab Automatic 1GR-FE 265/75/16 BFG A/T, All Weather Mats, Sirius Radio, Handheld CB, Rear Leaf Spring TSB, Tailgate TSB, Front+Rear Mudflap Delete, Hose Clamp DIY, Dented skid plate, 2FT CB Antenna, trail pin stripes, dented skid plate, rusted and bent towing package, dented bedside, dented rear bumper, dented roof and hood, pin stripe delete	Let me ask you guys this.... Is it worth it to have the mounts on my '05 (not showing any issues... yet) reinforced now before I have an issue or wait it out and see if a problem develops. Moneys very tight for me but if its really worth it I can find a way to get the cash. __________________ Myspace - Taco Lift FAQ - What I'm listening to

02-09-2009, 09:22 PM	#166
05TacoTRD Senior Member Name: Alex Luke Joined: Feb 2008, #4570 Location: Jacksonville, Florida Age: 18 Gender: Guy Posts: 3,386 '05 Prerunner V6 TRD Off Road 2005 Access Cab Automatic 1GR-FE 265/75/16 BFG A/T, All Weather Mats, Sirius Radio, Handheld CB, Rear Leaf Spring TSB, Tailgate TSB, Front+Rear Mudflap Delete, Hose Clamp DIY, Dented skid plate, 2FT CB Antenna, trail pin stripes, dented skid plate, rusted and bent towing package, dented bedside, dented rear bumper, dented roof and hood, pin stripe delete	Right now I'm fairly easy on my truck (off road that is) due to my lack of sliders and skids. Once I get some armor it'll be different. I'm planning on keeping this truck a long time so I'd rather reinforce it sooner for peace of mind than worry about it later on down the road. __________________ Myspace - Taco Lift FAQ - What I'm listening to

02-20-2009, 12:01 AM	#169
tsilliker Senior Member Joined: Dec 2006, #523 Location: London, Ontario, Canada Posts: 187 SR5: V6 4x4 6spd 2005 Access Cab Manual 4.0 V6 Tundra wheels, Access roll-up tonneau, D-rings in front of bed floor, tinted glass in doors to match privacy glass, synthetic oil, Husky floor liners, fog lights, constant power mod for 12v plugs, heated mirrors, brake controller.	I've got an 05 4x4 v6 access cab long box mfg in 11/04. I haven't looked at the mounts yet. However, I have noticed fair bit of axle hop when having fun in the deep snow we had in January. At least I assumed it was axle hop. I have original suspension bits in the back. No TSB done here. I was out of warranty when that came out. Anyway, after reading this here, I am wondering if perhaps I have some excessive motion up front as well. Any of you guys who had broken mounts sense any excessive powertrain motions? I have't done any hardcore wheeling, but I tow a fair bit. I have also put other stresses on my truck, including using the 4Low setting of the transfer case to extricate vehicles in ditches and stuck in snow. I go offroad several times a year, and it has done some cool hill climbs and berm hopping. So far this truck has not let me down WRT it's mechanical abilities. I will be checking my mounts hopefully this weekend. Thanks to all who have put time, effort, and dollars into this. __________________ Regards, Thane Silliker London, Ontario 2005 Access Cab V6 SR5 4x4 6-speed manual Tundra wheels, Access Roll-Up Tonneau, D-Rings in front of bed floor, tinted door glass to match privacy tint in rear windows, synthetic oil, Husky floor liners, fog lights, constant power mod for 12v receptacles, brake controller, heated mirrors, billet grill. 2001 Toyota Echo 1998 Honda ST1100 2002 Kawasaki KLR650 1975 Bricklin

02-20-2009, 04:13 AM	#170
tammikm Senior Member Joined: Jul 2007, #2090 Location: canada Gender: Male Posts: 132 06 DC 4x4 SR5 AUTO 2006 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L n/a	mounts how do you know the mounts have failed, can you actually see it or vibrations..?? thanks

02-22-2009, 11:08 PM	#173
tsilliker Senior Member Joined: Dec 2006, #523 Location: London, Ontario, Canada Posts: 187 SR5: V6 4x4 6spd 2005 Access Cab Manual 4.0 V6 Tundra wheels, Access roll-up tonneau, D-rings in front of bed floor, tinted glass in doors to match privacy glass, synthetic oil, Husky floor liners, fog lights, constant power mod for 12v plugs, heated mirrors, brake controller.	Well I checked my 2005 (mfg date 11/04). It has about 140,000 kms on the clock. That is about 85,000 miles. The motor mounts are OK. So how many have been certified as failed anyway? __________________ Regards, Thane Silliker London, Ontario 2005 Access Cab V6 SR5 4x4 6-speed manual Tundra wheels, Access Roll-Up Tonneau, D-Rings in front of bed floor, tinted door glass to match privacy tint in rear windows, synthetic oil, Husky floor liners, fog lights, constant power mod for 12v receptacles, brake controller, heated mirrors, billet grill. 2001 Toyota Echo 1998 Honda ST1100 2002 Kawasaki KLR650 1975 Bricklin

02-09-2009, 09:17 PM	#161
colvilletacoma Senior Member Joined: Dec 2008, #11836 Location: Central Washington Gender: Male Posts: 149 Toyota Tacoma 2005 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L V6 OME 886 Coils, Bilstein 5100's in Front, Tuff Country in Rear, Custom Racks with winch built in	yeah if you have an 07 or newer you will be fine. If you have an 05 I would really consider doing it! If you have an 06 then I would recommend doing it but you might also be just fine and not have a problem.

02-09-2009, 09:19 PM	#163
colvilletacoma Senior Member Joined: Dec 2008, #11836 Location: Central Washington Gender: Male Posts: 149 Toyota Tacoma 2005 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L V6 OME 886 Coils, Bilstein 5100's in Front, Tuff Country in Rear, Custom Racks with winch built in	Depends on how hard your offroad. If you dont do it a lot or all the time I wouldnt be too worried about it yet, just wait till you get the money

02-09-2009, 09:19 PM	#164
Y0TA TW Addict Name: Zac Joined: Jan 2009, #13145 Location: Missoula Age: 25 Gender: Male Posts: 607 05 BLK TRD Sport 4X4 2005 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L 15% tint, debadged, 50s Flowmasters, K&N, Tailgait theft mod, Undercover, Yakima rack Sirius Sat Radio, BHLM, 6000k HIDs, DTRL mod, Metra Ipod adapter, Hella 500 behind black billet grille, OME 885s w/ AAL, Light Racing UCAs, Weathertech liners, Black steelies w/ 285s BFG A/T, Scangauge II, 886 bulbs, Aux. reverse lights, Marathon camo seat covers	roll the dice...your call. but if it does fail, then it will cost you alot more to get it fixed

02-09-2009, 09:20 PM	#165
colvilletacoma Senior Member Joined: Dec 2008, #11836 Location: Central Washington Gender: Male Posts: 149 Toyota Tacoma 2005 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L V6 OME 886 Coils, Bilstein 5100's in Front, Tuff Country in Rear, Custom Racks with winch built in	It shouldnt cost you anymore to get fixed, mine cost $250 and one side completely failed and the other side was starting, I have yet to see a post where boths mounts have failed. THe passengers side tends not to fail as much as the drivers side. Dont worry too much about it. You should be fine for the time being till money isnt so tight.

02-09-2009, 10:55 PM	#168
colvilletacoma Senior Member Joined: Dec 2008, #11836 Location: Central Washington Gender: Male Posts: 149 Toyota Tacoma 2005 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L V6 OME 886 Coils, Bilstein 5100's in Front, Tuff Country in Rear, Custom Racks with winch built in	haha I dont know about wise but Ive done a lot of research on it. It also depends on where you go, someone might give you some bullshit story on if you get it fixed after its failed and charge you A LOT more but its different with every company/person you go to so expect the price to vary. Hopefully it wouldnt be more then say 600 or so

02-21-2009, 04:09 PM	#172
colvilletacoma Senior Member Joined: Dec 2008, #11836 Location: Central Washington Gender: Male Posts: 149 Toyota Tacoma 2005 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L V6 OME 886 Coils, Bilstein 5100's in Front, Tuff Country in Rear, Custom Racks with winch built in	^^^^yeah as Snyperx said get under there and check. Also you might notice that your engine fan is hitting on your fan shroud and making a loud clicking noise or something of the sort, its pretty annoying. Which means your mounts have collapsed (probably on your drivers side) and that you're gonna need to get it fixed because the engine is basically just moving wherever it wants.

02-23-2009, 10:11 AM	#174
sonjay Senior Member Joined: Oct 2008, #9834 Location: An island in the Pacific Gender: Male Posts: 638 05 Black DC 4x4 2005 Double Cab Automatic OME 885, Dakars, heated mirrors	My passenger side mount is starting to crack and you can see rust starting. Drive side looks ok! Will be fixing ASAP.

02-23-2009, 10:50 AM	#175
Oppie1 Junior Member Joined: Feb 2009, #13779 Location: Albany, NY Gender: Male Posts: 17	I just bought an 05' 4.0, Access Cab, 6 Speed, TRD Off Road package. I wish I saw this sooner. I didn't slide under the truck before I bought it and it's about 2 1/2 hours away. I don't pick it up till Saturday. Luckily, I have a friend with a lift and an assortment of welders and scrap metal. Thank you for this info!

04-01-2009, 04:05 AM	#176
Light-tower Member Joined: Sep 2007, #2736 Posts: 36	In the out skirts of Toronto with my 2005 TRD 6 speed. Going to look at these mounts in the morning. This is terrible. __________________ '05 Tacoma Black 4x4 TR7 6 speed

04-01-2009, 04:21 AM	#177
bremertaco Junior Member Joined: Oct 2008, #10079 Location: Bremerton, Washington Gender: Male Posts: 10 '05 access cab SR-5, 4cyl 5 spd 2005 Access Cab Manual 2.7 litre K&N air filter, monster knob shift knob, popnlock tailgate lock, raider canopy	warrany coverage/Toyota help in the future? Hey -- Have been keeping an eye on this thread for a while -- seems to just be off-roaders who are having the bulk of the issues. Since we know that Toyota re-inforced / "gussetted" the welds post-'05, will those of us street-only guys/gals with '05s be able to ask for some help from Toyota in a few years when ours start failing?

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04-03-2009, 03:09 PM	#179
dtacow Member Name: Dan Joined: Apr 2008, #5811 Location: Lakewood, CO. Gender: Male Posts: 39	The reinforced mounts came out sometime in late '06, so early '06s have the old style mounts. Mine did. 99% of people with the old mounts will probably be fine. That said I think they were poorly designed. I don't like the frame at all actually. I had mine reinforced because with my luck, I'd be in the 1% crowd. __________________ 2006 Sport-Indigo, Reinforced MMounts, Icon COs, Dakar HD leafs, Offroad 16" Wheels, Gater Saver, Hopefully a Flip-Pac soon.

04-05-2009, 09:44 PM	#180
colvilletacoma Senior Member Joined: Dec 2008, #11836 Location: Central Washington Gender: Male Posts: 149 Toyota Tacoma 2005 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L V6 OME 886 Coils, Bilstein 5100's in Front, Tuff Country in Rear, Custom Racks with winch built in	my reinforced welds that I had done for $250 are doing awesome! Holding up great and Ive had no problems. Now I just have transmission problems (automatic), its been like that WAY before the mounts failed now Im just going to try to see if Toyota will actually do something or not. Also my wheel bearings or hub on my drivers side are going out