1. Welcome to Tacoma World!

    You are currently viewing as a guest! To get full-access, you need to register for a FREE account.

    As a registered member, you’ll be able to:
    • Participate in all Tacoma discussion topics
    • Communicate privately with other Tacoma owners from around the world
    • Post your own photos in our Members Gallery
    • Access all special features of the site
    Quick Links: Easiest way to attach a sticker (non permanent) What is your favorite oil drain pan? What jack do you use? How to: Wiring brake lights to horn prank Recovery hook question Recommendations for a Cordless Tire Inflator

Pictures from my brother's 4runner that broke in the middle of the road

Discussion in 'General Automotive' started by cmf21, Mar 11, 2011.

  1. Mar 11, 2011 at 10:55 AM
    #1
    cmf21

    #1
    cmf21 [OP] Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Sep 4, 2009
    Member:
    #22288
    Messages:
    249
    Gender:
    Male
    Arizona
    Vehicle:
    04 4x4 dbl cab trd
    My brother was on the way to work this morning when his 4runner decided to break / fall apart in the middle of the road after crossing a water runoff in the middle of the road. Over the past week or so, he's been complaining that his steering hasn't felt quite right. I guess it was time for something to break. Currently, it's at the dealer.

    Any ideas as to what happened?

    IMG_0210_d7406d03b68b757f91567b0c0b29343ad41ed02f.jpg

    IMG_0211_8f47cbb1111a3d307eec324f82431efcca468c86.jpg

    IMG_0214_bb0200e5a2945927125c9b0b7071e0c65f0654b5.jpg

    IMG_0215_dd93105cfbb66f8e6ecada3deda35ef39aea3c48.jpg

    IMG_0216_d148df3367aca005a3e3e7ce0da9be66aa3d4a28.jpg

    IMG_0217_18b0579d779beb659d0882c2824363db1fa20cae.jpg
     
    cmf21, Mar 11, 2011
    #1
  2. Mar 11, 2011 at 10:56 AM
    #2
    Dark Knight

    #2
    Dark Knight Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jul 18, 2008
    Member:
    #8006
    Messages:
    9,804
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Jeff
    NC/SC
    Vehicle:
    4Runner Trail, 88 pickup, Tundra Platinum
    A few bolts are different.
    :redxfall: What year is it?
     
    Dark Knight, Mar 11, 2011
    #2
  3. Mar 11, 2011 at 10:59 AM
    #3
    cmf21

    #3
    cmf21 [OP] Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Sep 4, 2009
    Member:
    #22288
    Messages:
    249
    Gender:
    Male
    Arizona
    Vehicle:
    04 4x4 dbl cab trd
    It's a 2000.
     
    cmf21, Mar 11, 2011
    #3
  4. Mar 11, 2011 at 11:00 AM
    #4
    higherlux

    #4
    higherlux Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Dec 5, 2008
    Member:
    #11307
    Messages:
    6,927
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Blake
    middle of S.C.
    Vehicle:
    1998 tacoma 2.7l 4wd/1986 POS
    Mall crawler status
    looks like ball joints to me
     
    higherlux, Mar 11, 2011
    #4
  5. Mar 11, 2011 at 11:02 AM
    #5
    cmf21

    #5
    cmf21 [OP] Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Sep 4, 2009
    Member:
    #22288
    Messages:
    249
    Gender:
    Male
    Arizona
    Vehicle:
    04 4x4 dbl cab trd
    I think his ball joints were pretty new. Last year he also had installed a steering rack and lower control arms.
     
    cmf21, Mar 11, 2011
    #5
  6. Mar 11, 2011 at 11:03 AM
    #6
    chaz834

    #6
    chaz834 Tacoma 4 Life.

    Joined:
    Nov 10, 2010
    Member:
    #45986
    Messages:
    1,456
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Chase
    Kendrick, Idaho
    Vehicle:
    2012 Sport MGM
    3'' Tuff Counrty Lift, Moromoto Mini H1 Projectors 5000K 35W, BHLM, 30'' LED Light Bar, Black TOYOTA Emblem, Excelon Touch Screen Deck, Hertz Speakers,Excelon AMP, 2 10'' JL Audio Subs, Wet Okle seat covers, Weather Tech Floor Mats.
    :eek:
     
    chaz834, Mar 11, 2011
    #6
  7. Mar 11, 2011 at 11:07 AM
    #7
    Dark Knight

    #7
    Dark Knight Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jul 18, 2008
    Member:
    #8006
    Messages:
    9,804
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Jeff
    NC/SC
    Vehicle:
    4Runner Trail, 88 pickup, Tundra Platinum
    A few bolts are different.
    Maybe they didnt tighten everything to spec when the new ball joints were installed?
     
    Dark Knight, Mar 11, 2011
    #7
  8. Mar 11, 2011 at 11:27 AM
    #8
    AeroCooper

    #8
    AeroCooper Half the strength of ten (microscopic men)

    Joined:
    Apr 16, 2010
    Member:
    #35400
    Messages:
    2,581
    Gender:
    Male
    NH
    Vehicle:
    2018 Barcelona Access Cab Off Road
    Remote start, tailgate inserts, nifty key fob case, Husky X-Act floor liners, AVS vent shades, bed mat, MX4 Tonneau cover, Tyger step rails
    Definitely a ball joint, which in turn tore the inner CV joint apart.
     
    AeroCooper, Mar 11, 2011
    #8
  9. Mar 11, 2011 at 11:29 AM
    #9
    brettb

    #9
    brettb Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Nov 27, 2009
    Member:
    #26587
    Messages:
    1,522
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Brett
    Laramie, Wyoming
    Vehicle:
    '99 Tacoma
    ball joint. check out my threads on my page ii had the same thing happen to me
     
    brettb, Mar 11, 2011
    #9
  10. Mar 11, 2011 at 11:33 AM
    #10
    YFZ_TRD

    #10
    YFZ_TRD 4Runner Pilot

    Joined:
    Mar 10, 2009
    Member:
    #14534
    Messages:
    3,564
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Lee
    Beaverton, OR
    Vehicle:
    2014 4Runner SR5
    Yep, lower ball joint. The tie rod end looks fine and the CV boot wouldn't cause it. Looks like the ball joint just gave out or the nut came off somehow and it jumped off.
     
    YFZ_TRD, Mar 11, 2011
    #10
  11. Mar 11, 2011 at 11:34 AM
    #11
    mjp2

    #11
    mjp2 Living vicariously through myself Moderator

    Joined:
    Feb 16, 2007
    Member:
    #924
    Messages:
    21,891
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Milton Juevo Portimous II
    NJ
    Vehicle:
    Current: '21 Bronco Badlands. Previous: '06 TRD Access Cab, v6, 6-speed
    Without a doubt. The steering not feeling right was a sign.
     
    mjp2, Mar 11, 2011
    #11

Products Discussed in

CamoSystems Premium Series Camouflage Military Spec Net with Mesh Netting Attached, Small, 9'10" x 9'10", Desert - Light Tan/Tan
$72.98
3M VHB 100x200mm~ (4" X8") Double Sided Foam Adhesive Sheet Tape 5952 Automotive Mounting Industrial Grade Very High Bond 5952 (1 Sheets 100x200mm)
$7.89
Toyota/ exxon mobil Case of 6 Quarts Full Synthetic TGMO SN 0W-20 Oil
$53.20
VIAIR 88P Portable Compressor Kit (12V, 120 Psi, Forup to 33" Tires)
$90.01
DENSO ---SK20HR11---- IRIDIUM PLATINUM power pack Spark Plugs -- # 3421 ----- 6 PCS NEW
$47.51
MILAPEAK 650 PCS Heat Shrink Tubing Kit, UL Approved Heat Shrink Tube Wire Wrap, 2:1 Ratio Electrical Cable Sleeve Assortment with Storage Case for Long Lasting Insulation Protection (8 Sizes, Black)
$8.78
Rongbo 2 Pack Quick Release Detachable Pull Apart Key Rings Keychains,Double Spring Split Snap Seperate Chain Lock holder Convenient Accessory Gift
$6.99
HELLA H4 100/80W High Wattage Bulb, 12V
$6.58
Smittybilt EPS Inverter Generator - 2786
$887.67
Fab Fours Premium Rear Bumper (Black) - TT05-Y1351-1
$1,099.99
Spitfire
$3.99
Vestil URWC-2 Mini Urethane Wheel Chock, 7" Width x 6" Height x 8" Length
$12.99
Blue Sea Systems 2512 12 Circuit 30A Terminal Block
$13.27
QIQU Synthetic Soft Shackle for Boating ATV UTV SUV 4X4 Truck Recovery Together with Recovery Rope 1 Pack (5/16'', Orange)
$12.99
Nilight 90017C 3 Gang Aluminum Panel Toggle Dash 5 Pin On/Off Pre-Wired Rocker Switch Holder for Automotive Car Marine Boat, 2 Years Warranty,Blue
$13.76
BNTECHGO 8 Gauge Silicone Wire 3 ft Red and 3 ft Black Flexible 8 AWG Stranded Tinned Copper Wire
$11.98
NREOY ATD Tools 5184 Black Drain Pan - 4-1/2 Gallon Capacity
$19.69
Suspa C16-08941 C1608941 16" Gas Prop, Quantity (2), Force 28 Lbs Per Prop, Force Per Set 56 Lbs, Camper Rear Window, Tonneau Cover Lift Supports, Window Lift Support, Struts, Made in USA
$20.99
HAMPTON PROD Keeper Keeper – 2” x 20’ Emergency Vehicle Towing and Recovery Strap – 7000 lbs. Max Vehicle Weight and 15000 lbs. Break Strength
$21.06
1979 OLDSMOBILE FULL-SIZE: TORONADO/NINETY-EIGHT/DELTA 88 / CUSTOM CRUISER VINTAGE PRESTIGE COLOR SALES BROCHURE - USA - FABULOUS ORIGINAL !!
$17.95
Pyle Flush Mount Rear View Camera - Marine Grade Waterproof 1.25'' Cam Built-in Distance Scale Lines Backup Parking/Reverse Assist IR Night Vision LEDs w/ 420 TVL Resolution & RCA Output PLCM22IR
$17.89
Blue Sea Systems 2300 150 Amp Common BusBar with 10 screws and a cover
$21.18
EZ-OFF Car Window Sticker Magic Mount
$14.99
Genuine BMW Spare Top Off Oil Bag Pouch Kit For Any BMW Model
$15.30
Heat Factory Premium Hand Warmers, 12 Pairs
$19.95
National Parts and Abrasives Replaces Transfer Case Seal Front Output Shaft
$19.50
CDI 1503MFRPH Comfort Grip Dual Scale Micrometer Adjustable Click Style Torque Wrench - 1/2" Drive - 20 to 150 ft. lb. Torque Range
$205.01
NEIKO 02330A 1/2 Impact Socket Set, 45 Piece Deep and Shallow Assortment, Metric Sizes 9mm to 32mm, Chrome Vanadium Steel, Extension Bars, Universal Joint and Adapter, 1/2" Drive Deep Well Set
$116.97
Dash Cam Front Rear 4K Built-in GPS 5GHz WiFi, 3.39’’ IPS Screen, Voice Control, Dual Dash Camera for Cars Free 64GB SD Card, Super Night Vision, 24H Parking Monitor, Supercapacitor, Type C, WDR
$139.99
UWS TBSD-63A-LP-BLK Black 63" Single Lid Deep Angled Low Profile Crossover Tool Box with Beveled Insulated Lid
$748.95
ANCEL AD310 Classic Enhanced Universal OBD II Scanner Car Engine Fault Code Reader CAN Diagnostic Scan Tool-Black
$25.99
irhapsody 5 Pack 40/30 AMP 12V DC Waterproof Relay and Harness - Heavy Duty 12 AWG Tinned Copper Wires, 5-PIN SPDT Automotive Relay
$25.99
StatGear SuperVizor XT Auto Emergency Rescue Escape Tool - Seatbelt Cutter & Window Glass Breaker Hammer Survival - Mounts Right to Your Sun-Visor! Pack of 2
$24.99
Prince Lionheart Car Seat Protector, The Only 2 Stage Seatsaver Designed with Thick Padding, Nonabsorbent, Waterproof, PVC Foam Material. Compatible With all Baby and Toddler Car Seats(Black)
$29.99
Bussmann CB185-100 100 Amp Type III Circuit Breaker
$32.60
Outdoor Edge RazorBlaze, RB-20, 3.5" Replaceable Blade Folding Hunting Knife, Non-Slip Rubberized TPR Handle, Mossy Oak Nylon Sheath (Blaze Orange)
$39.95
TOYOTA AC Refresher KIT
$43.50
Blue Sea Systems 5025 ST Blade Fuse Block 6 Circuit with Ground and Cover
$29.00
SYLVANIA 9005 SilverStar Ultra High Performance Halogen Headlight Bulb, (Contains 2 Bulbs)
$36.50
Lisle 30800 CV Boot Clamp Pliers
$28.40
Suspa C16-02648 C1602648 17" Gas Prop, Quantity (2), Force is 35 Lbs Per Prop, Force Per Set is 70 Lbs, Camper Rear Window, Tonneau Cover Lift Supports, Window Lift Support, Struts, Made in USA
$23.69
BG 44K Fuel System Cleaner Power Enhancer 11oz.
$24.95
To Top