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Odd rubbing noise? (HELP PLEASE)

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by SkunkMan17, Jul 1, 2020.

  1. Jul 2, 2020 at 12:56 PM
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    SkunkMan17

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    Will brake cleaner on the calipers/brake pads get rid of that?
     
  2. Jul 2, 2020 at 12:57 PM
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    No. The pads are either not seated properly or could just be the pistons on the caliper pushing the pad against the rotor.
    Some is ok, a lot is not. Drive it and see if the front wheel hubs get to hot to touch.
     
  3. Jul 2, 2020 at 1:05 PM
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    doesnt ever get hot as far as I know. I’ve driven an hour to get to a dirt road to camp with some buddies, gone in 2wd most of the way and had to switch to 4wd when it got steep and they weren’t hot at all
     
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  4. Jul 2, 2020 at 1:21 PM
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  5. Jul 2, 2020 at 1:39 PM
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    Yeah they were I think 60$ or something when I got my new pro comps put on. I like them too! Got them at Big-O-Tires I can tell you the brand if you want?
     
  6. Jul 2, 2020 at 1:44 PM
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    Also I still haven’t totally figured out what’s up yet so if anyone has any suggestions they would be much appreciated
     
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    Well the same noise didn't present itself while on the jack. At least not in the same way as driving.
    My bet is going to be the wheel bearings are starting to fail... and only make the noise when under load. The weight of the truck sitting on them
     
  8. Jul 2, 2020 at 2:00 PM
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    I’m gonna guess wheel bearings isn’t a super expensive fix? Should be replacing them at this mileage anyways though right?
     
  9. Jul 2, 2020 at 2:04 PM
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    How urgent is it that I get them replaced also
     
  10. Jul 2, 2020 at 2:06 PM
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    Might just to get access to the pads. You should hear it lifted though...
     
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    The noise is starting to die down a little bit. I may take it to a car wash just to spray down the whole frame and get anything out that may be causing a rub. But first I’m gonna take my wheels off up front and see about something being wedged in there.
     
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  12. Jul 2, 2020 at 2:16 PM
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    Lube the ujoints if theres a zerk
     
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  14. Jul 2, 2020 at 2:26 PM
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    U-joints on my driveshaft and stuff?
     
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    What type of lube should I buy I’m gonna but some grease too for my driveshaft cus the grease on it is looking quite old
     
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    Yes they need lubed if you havent done that it needs done
     
  20. Jul 2, 2020 at 2:39 PM
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    Alright. Gonna run to the auto parts store and pick up some right now. Should I go for red and tacky for the lube and the grease? Also do I need a certain fitting to pop on the zerk
     
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