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#470 of 539 Re: Tires [jdm5] by chagasi Apr 20, 2007 (3:29 pm)
Replying to: jdm5 (Apr 12, 2007 1:58 pm) Squeaking tires on turning isn't usually a big deal. Most tires have so little actual rubber in them that this is pretty common. I am making the assumption that you are referring to squealing like noises as if you were going around a curve in a video game too fast.      As for the shaking, brakes, almost always brakes. With that many miles on a truck, it could be simply the pads, but more likely your rotors need to be turned. There have been a couple of reports of tie rods and steering racks going off in (1999-2001) Tacos, which are not cheap to replace and tend to take rotors, pads and occasionally calipers with them. You need to get it looked at in case you are not just dealing with warped rotors IMHO.
#471 of 539 Re: Frame rust [rstytacoframe] by composter Jul 19, 2007 (8:18 am)
Replying to: rstytacoframe (Mar 18, 2007 5:05 pm) Apparently it happens with the 2000 as well. I just went in for my state inspection expecting the usual routine sticker paste up. It flunked because of rust holes in the frame. 105,000 miles, runs like a top, body still bright and shiny. I tried two shops and the lowest estimate was $5000! So I'm off to see if I can foist it off on some dealer for a trade-in. If not, it's the junk yard. Unbelievable!
#472 of 539 Re: Tires [jdm5] by dasman12 Jul 19, 2007 (9:10 am)
Replying to: jdm5 (Apr 12, 2007 1:58 pm) Someone else already suggested getting it checked out by a REPUTABLE mechanic.....   That said, it sounds like your tires may be scalloped, or alignment off.   Scalloped tires are symptomatic of a number of potential issues...... find someone who is honest and "a good mechanic", and have them check it out.   If it's still under warranty, take it to the dealer. If they try to sell you on an uncovered repair, get a second or third opinion.
#473 of 539 Re: Crap for gas milage [tmiller159] by roncayenne Aug 17, 2007 (9:20 am)
Replying to: tmiller159 (Feb 14, 2007 6:33 pm) Got one better. I have a 2001 2.7 4cyl auto and was getting 13-14 mpg. Took to 2 dealers and also to regional rep that 'happened' to work at one of the dealers. Said nothing was wrong. 4 cyl getting 13-14mpg..come on!!! Wound up getting a K&N air induction filter and put it on in less than 30 minutes. Now I get around 17mpg in town. Still not happy with the pickup and also still burning too much gas. The tail pipe is black. Heard about checking an oxygen sensor on it. This is 2nd tacoma... won't buy another one.... Replies to this message: dasman12 (Aug 17, 2007 9:57 am) roncayenne (Aug 20, 2007 7:25 am) tmiller159 (Aug 18, 2007 5:38 am)
#474 of 539 Re: Crap for gas milage [roncayenne] by dasman12 Aug 17, 2007 (9:57 am)
Replying to: roncayenne (Aug 17, 2007 9:20 am) Hey Ron,   If it is a 4x4 with autotrans, that is probably typical in town mileage. You should also get 22+ mpg on the highway. If you had a 5speed, you would get significantly better mileage.   You didn't say, so I'm just going to presume it's a 4x4, and also, a tuning issue.   Your post provides virtually NO actionable information, in terms of a diagnostic.   Check out www.toyotanation.com/forum/ and you will likely find some useful feedback. Replies to this message: roncayenne (Aug 20, 2007 7:25 am)
#475 of 539 Re: Crap for gas milage [roncayenne] by tmiller159 Aug 18, 2007 (5:38 am)
Replying to: roncayenne (Aug 17, 2007 9:20 am) I would also pump up the tires. I have Michelin tires that hold up to 50# so I set them at 45#. That put my truck up to 19 MPG on the highway. A diesel sure would be nice in this thing. A 4 cylinder turbodiesel would get near 30 MPG in this 4x4 tacoma. My first and last Toyota truck as well. My frame is rotting away. Original exhaust though!! What's wrong with this picture?
#476 of 539 Re: K-nock [dasman12] by tmiller159 Aug 18, 2007 (5:52 am)
Replying to: dasman12 (Mar 11, 2007 8:37 am) I get it from a local dealer but bacame a preferred customer and now get it direct from the factory. If you are interested, send me a personal email and i will forward the paperwork. You can buy it at dealer cost!! tmiller159ispmonsters.com
#477 of 539 Re: Crap for gas milage [dasman12] by roncayenne Aug 20, 2007 (7:25 am)
Replying to: dasman12 (Aug 17, 2007 9:57 am) The truck is a 2X4 with autotrans. I took it to 2 dealers and they both said the same thing. I asked them to switch out the computer on it and they said would make no difference.  Not run a diagnostic check on it cause only got 20K miles on it. I really like the truck and the looks but every time I think of the mileage and the performance of the engine I cringe. Knew I should have gotten the SR5 V6 but tried to save a grand... thats what I get... I will go to the toyotanation site and see what they say... thanks for the feedback..
#478 of 539 2004 toyota tocoma by crazykitty Aug 21, 2007 (1:37 pm)
just got it can anyone tell me if you can mantinance the tranny yourself need help
#479 of 539 Re: Crap for mleage by dasman12 Aug 21, 2007 (2:18 pm)
Ron, definitely go to Toyota Nation, and put tons of details up there, including vehicle history.   That's awfully low odometer mileage, for 6 year old truck.... which is fine, or is it?   It might also suggest the vehicle usage hasn't been "full range", and maybe the fuel system is getting cruddy. Has it been on the highway, driven fairly hard? If not, how long since it has>   Toyota trucks, treated right, are not usually a problem.... with the exception of the early Tacoma "frame death", which mine had.   160, 000 miles, and I didn't even take that good care of it, other than running Amsoil in the crank. Thing purrrred. 3.4 v6   Pour a can of Sea Foam into a tank of gas, and see if that helps. Also, are you getting your fuel from a reputable gas station.... one that also moves a lot of fuel?

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