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Greasing front steering & suspension

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by BigAl2, Nov 22, 2016.

  1. Nov 22, 2016 at 12:44 PM
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    BigAl2

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    My 2007 Tacoma 4X4 has 116,000 miles on it. When I hit a big bump, the front end "sqwawks". The rubber boots on the steering & suspension look like they need grease, but there are no grease zerts. Suggestions?
     
  2. Nov 22, 2016 at 12:47 PM
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    BUCKLE UP! It makes it harder for Aliens to pull you out of your Truck.
    Do you see ripped boots covered in grease or are they dry?
     
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  3. Nov 22, 2016 at 1:28 PM
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    Pigpen My truck is never clean

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    That's a good description of the noise. That's the sound of seized lower control arm bushings. There's a thread titled "cam part numbers" or something similar dealing with this issue. You can either deal with it (you won't be able to get a decent alignment if you need one) or open your wallet. It ain't a cheap fix. I had my LCAs cut off and replaced this summer. Only use Toyota hardware, DO NOT use MOOG.
     
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  4. Nov 22, 2016 at 7:21 PM
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  5. Nov 22, 2016 at 7:23 PM
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    Steves104X4: The rubber boots are clean & dry.
     

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