2003 tacoma is shaking at 60mph+

I had vibration that started around 55 and stopped at 70. I had a slight crack in one of the ujoints.

 

Was it a nasty vibration?

 

Were you able to visually see the crack?

 

At first, no. But after a few days, it got worse.

I only noticed it because the ujoint was positioned where the crack was facing straight down. If it were facing the side, probably not. Also, I had just wiped it clean so that I could grease them.

 

Tie rods. Check your inners.

 

My bad vibration was caused by a bad brake master cylinder that was causing my brakes to lock up.

 

Mine was tire balance. I ran 2nd gen 17" wheels for a while and even had an argument with a stealership service manager about it. Has anyone ever told you about lug centric vs hub centric balancing?

I run 1st gen 16" steelies now that are much more forgiving to the tire shop folks.

 

Normal wheel balance issues present their ugly head around 60 MPH.

 

Check for play when jacked up?

 

I am noticing inside of tire on one side is wearing much faster than other side.

 

Fairly new lower ball joints and tie rods both sides

 

No such a thing as a "slight" crack in a U joint!