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Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: Toronto
Posts: 202
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Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: Toronto
Posts: 202
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4Runner tracking and pulling left...argh!
I've searched the forum and have seen a few threads relating to this but not always with any confirmed fixes. If anyone can point me to useful thread that directly pertains to this, please do so.
Earlier in the summer, I switched out my worn out 265/70/16s for a friend's, evenly worn, lightly used 265/75/16 (approx 70% meat left). After installing them, I initially had some balancing issues which I fixed by cross-rotating the tires which seemed to worked fine (still experience some minor wobble at 60mph). However, since this changeover, the truck has been tracking to the left with a really pronounced pull and I'm constantly correcting to the right when driving. Adding to this, the steering wheel does not sit straight and is offset to the right. Constantly pulling the steering to the right to correct the track is driving me nuts and makes for uncomfortable road trips and a sore arm.
Here's what I have checked and/or done so far...
- got a (quality) alignment done (results showed A1)
- checked tires for uneven camber wear (none)
- put on some other rims/tires to test (still pulled left)
- looked at LBJs and they appear to be solid though are original
I'm still tracking to the left and steering wheel is still offset to the right. I'm pretty handy with a wrench but no expert - what else can I be checking for myself at this point before I break down and take it to a mechanic or at the very least, ask a mechanic to inspect for me? Bearings, tie rods, steering rack, CV joints, brakes? Should I replace ball joints anyway?
As usual, all feedback appreciated!
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1999 SR5 3.4 V6 4WD | Desert Dune Metallic | Big City Weekdays & Back Country Camping Weekends
265/75/16 Goodyear Wranglers| Bilstein HD Shocks | OEM 'Tall' Springs | Hella 500s | Clear Corners & Signals | Cobra CB | Rust
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