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Muffler Bearing Question

Discussion in 'Technical Chat' started by 09DBLCAB09, Mar 11, 2013.

  1. Mar 11, 2013 at 11:44 PM
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    Well I got about 49,000 miles on my truck and I finally had to replace my muffler bearings. Some old man walked by as I was doing it and he told me that I should replace my clutch belt at the same time because they usually go out around the same time

    Question is... Put in a stock clutch belt or should I put in a hi tension clutch belt since I'm running bigger tires and a lift?
     
  2. Mar 11, 2013 at 11:47 PM
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    I check my headlight fluid about once a month. My truck doesn't really use that much surprisingly... Especially considering I have HIDs
     
  3. Mar 11, 2013 at 11:47 PM
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    OZ-T You are going backwards

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    Damn , rusty muffler
     
  4. Mar 11, 2013 at 11:48 PM
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    hi tension all the way.
    don't forget to check the blinker fluid to
     
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    That's what made me check the bearings. Good thing I checked cuz my muffler bearings were shit
     
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    I've noticed my blinkers are starting to blink a little faster. I may be low on blinker fluid
     
  7. Mar 11, 2013 at 11:51 PM
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    I'll have to check that tomorrow
     
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    :gossip: don't you know, the v6's have 2?
     
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    Where's the second one? I've only ready about 1 in the 2nd gens
     
  11. Mar 11, 2013 at 11:58 PM
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    I did notice a weird ping after I put the new bearings in. I think it's just coincidence that my piston return springs may be going out
     
  12. Mar 11, 2013 at 11:59 PM
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    You can totally get another 5,000 gallons out of that muffler bearing! I just recently rehoused my alternator filter
     
  13. Mar 12, 2013 at 12:00 AM
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  14. Mar 12, 2013 at 12:01 AM
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    not sure, i've only read about it.
    yep, gotta be super careful and make sure you lube up the bolts real good, unicorn piss is recommended, synthetic, 60%corn, 35%grass,5% oats.
    it has to eat that specific stuff to make the right weight lube.
     
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    HAHAHAHHAHAHAHAHA
     
  16. Mar 14, 2013 at 6:25 AM
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    While you are replacing that muffler bearing, make sure that your kanuter valve is not binding. A sticky kanuter valve can cause premature muffler bearing failure. You don't want to have to go back in and replace that muffler bearing again if you don't have to. You didn't mention if your Tacoma was a V6 or a 4 cylinder., but remember that the V6 has TWO muffler bearings in it, not just one. I am Sure that someone here will provide the parts diagram to show this. And PLEASE don't use those cheap aftermarket bearings. You are just asking for trouble. By the way, anyone out there have a first gen? I have been searching all over and cant find the blinker fluid reservoir! I am thinking the prior owner may have removed it.
     
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    So much trolling, guess I'll contribute.

    Use a skyhook to lift the motor, and make sure to grab a bucket of steam before you use the battery stretcher.
     
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    My wiring harness smoke reservoir is still full. Haven't seen any leak out yet. Do you have any spare exhaust smoke? I see too much coming out of the tailpipe, so I think I may have a leak somewhere.
     
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    I had a dream last night where my truck got muddy on the inside. I was pissed.
     

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