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Manual shifter movement

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by advrider269, Jul 12, 2019.

  1. Jul 12, 2019 at 8:18 AM
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    advrider269

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    I've now had my 00' TRD ext cab Tacoma about a month, and 2k miles. Ive noticed on the highway I feel a shake in the seat, and the shifter moves around a lot. Ive never seen this before in a vehicle ive owned. I dont think its tire balance...but I will get them rebalanced.
    So do these driveshafts go out of balance ? Or is it a sign something has failed/or is failing?
    Thanks
     
  2. Jul 12, 2019 at 8:27 AM
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    ThunderOne

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    shifter moving around is normal, but the shake in the seat sounds like maybe a worn out carrier bearing.

    Start getting used to it squeaking, popping, shaking, etc. These trucks are reliable but they don't ride all that great haha
     
  3. Jul 12, 2019 at 2:21 PM
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    Tartan Jack

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    If the shift knob/shaft has a direct, mechanical connection to the transmission, it will move around & “shake.” Notable should be specific movements based on what the drivetrain is doing (moves based on torque & part movements- small but noticeable).

    Many modern “manuals” are really electronic transmissions with old-style elements & not directly connected to the tranny’s moving parts- ie-> the clutch directly moves fluid/levers that engage the clutch, while the shift know actually moves levers that move shafts & directs the gears.
    The mechanical shifter physically sticks out of the tranny, through a hold in the vehicle floor (sealed with rubber boots), then to the driver’s reach- a physical lever to control gear movement.

    Electronic “manuals” give no “feedback” as they lack any direct, mechanical connection between the shifter & the tranny.


    If severe movement, something may be “wrong” ...
    If you can, drive a similar stick (as close as possible) & see how they compare.
     
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    Not sure about the shake in the seat, but it could be the transmission mount? It's easy to check, just get under the truck with a prybar and a flashlight then lodge the prybar between the transmission and the crossmember and pry up and down a few times while inspecting the rubber blocks to make sure they're still attached to the steel.
     
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  7. Jul 15, 2019 at 9:42 PM
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    I cant explain it well, but it definitely seems like abnormal movement. I think I am going to start with tire rebalance...they look good but are 10yr old. And the more Im focusing on the shake, it seems like it could be.
    I figure if the tires are really shaking, they'd be bouncing the rear end...causing the driveshaft movement to move the trans around. I suppose starting with an easily ruled out issue is good place to start
     
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  8. Jul 15, 2019 at 9:44 PM
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    I'll check that out, I havent crawled under neath to look at anything yet
     

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