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Steering Rack Bushings are Shot

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Brandon###, May 16, 2025.

  1. May 16, 2025 at 7:34 AM
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    Brandon###

    Brandon### [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Just got the truck back on the road and noticed the steering is wonky. The center is changing depending on which way you turn the wheel.

    Turn it left and the steering wheel returns to center. Turn it to the right and center is about 15 degrees off.

    The rack appears to move almost an inch when turning the wheels from left to right.

    I noticed there are only a couple options for rack bushings, either Energy Suspension polyurethane ($80) or JD Fab nylon bushings ($220 w/new hardware).

    https://jdfabrication.com/products/2005-toyota-tacoma-nylon-rack-bushings


    https://www.energysuspensionparts.com/8.10106


    Anyone have a recommendation or experience with either option?
     
  2. May 16, 2025 at 8:04 AM
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    CanadaToy

    CanadaToy Well-Known Member

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    I installed Energy bushings on my 3rd gen 4runner back in the day, and the steering feel was great (firm and connected). JDF likely a next level up (basically a solid mount).
     
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