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Squeak/rubbing noise when making sharp low speed turns?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by GawainXR, Oct 20, 2024.

  1. Oct 20, 2024 at 12:51 PM
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    GawainXR

    GawainXR [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I've noticed a squeak/rubbing noise when making sharp low speed turns on my 2020 Tacoma with ~24k miles on it.

    I see no signs of tire rubbing on the fender well or any of the suspension components.
    Cam alignment center bolts seem pretty snug.

    None of the other suspension bolts seem to have backed off or loosened since I torqued them to spec when installing a 1.5" lift and sway bar drop 1 month ago based on the paint pen marks.

    ECGS bushing was done 1 month ago as well.


    My attention is currently on the moog sway bar end links as there was a lot of grease on the outside edge of one of the boots compared to all of the others, making me wonder if there was an air pocket in it causing a bunch to be pushed out I overfilled it or it failed in general.

    Any suggestions on things to inspect and focus attention on would be much appreciated.

    I cleaned up the sway link and added a pump of grease and will be testing in a bit.


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  2. Oct 20, 2024 at 1:16 PM
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    GawainXR

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    After doing some 5-8 mph donuts in a parking lot I think it may just be the inside tire slipping/rubbing when making sharp turns, and combination of ground and tire temp causing me to notice it when I haven't before.

    Weirdly sounds like a honking goose.

    Perhaps just a side effect of higher caster after the lift?
     
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  3. Oct 21, 2024 at 6:03 AM
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    If it is you tires making the noise, I would have the alignment checked.
     
  4. Oct 21, 2024 at 7:53 AM
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    GawainXR

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    Here's what it sounds like, it squeaks a bit at lower speeds but turns into a distinct squeal when going faster.
     

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