Replaced U-Joints and still vibrating... Now what?

Thx for response...

I did a lot of research & aware of rubber cnnct on drive shaft so I ordered solid one from a company recommended here that specializes in avoiding that issue.
It’s been mounted twice - 180 turn.

Not knowing car’s history but seeing immaculate interior & low miles, it’s confusing. Did they have undiagnosed issues that is causing long term effects that I’ve inherited? Ujoints loose. Tranny Mount worn.
Engine mounts probably not great.

Tires are mismatched & could be out of balance but I’m testing this jacked in the air & getting deep noise at high speeds??
The driveshaft vibration will be a "BZZZZZ" noise/feel. If the bad driveshaft was used long enough, it could damage the rear differential pinion bearing (and maybe transmission output, not sure) - if that is the case, a new driveshaft wouldn't fix the whole problem.

If you are getting shaking, that is most often tires (wobble, wobble, wobble). The wheels/tires on these are notoriously hard to balance.

Vibration at idle won't be caused by driveshafts, brakes, tires, etc. - it can just be an old motor that isn't running perfectly. Leave this to solve until the issues while driving are solved.

Hot spots on the brakes happen, especially with aftermarket pads and rotors. Good quality parts can help, as can adjusting your driving style. That wouldn't cause any vibrations while driving though, only wobble/pulsing while braking.

-Charlie
 
The driveshaft vibration will be a "BZZZZZ" noise/feel. If the bad driveshaft was used long enough, it could damage the rear differential pinion bearing (and maybe transmission output, not sure) - if that is the case, a new driveshaft wouldn't fix the whole problem.

If you are getting shaking, that is most often tires (wobble, wobble, wobble). The wheels/tires on these are notoriously hard to balance.

Vibration at idle won't be caused by driveshafts, brakes, tires, etc. - it can just be an old motor that isn't running perfectly. Leave this to solve until the issues while driving are solved.

Hot spots on the brakes happen, especially with aftermarket pads and rotors. Good quality parts can help, as can adjusting your driving style. That wouldn't cause any vibrations while driving though, only wobble/pulsing while braking.

-Charlie

Appreciate the breakdown. It helps.

I’m stepping away from it for a couple days - mentally & physically.
 
Let us know how you make out with the motor mounts. I'm still chasing the 'wom wom' issue myself. Already replaced everything suspension and driveshaft wise lol
 
Let us know how you make out with the motor mounts. I'm still chasing the 'wom wom' issue myself. Already replaced everything suspension and driveshaft wise lol

Will do. Ordered some mounts so it’ll be a minute until installed.

Good to know suspension/DS didn’t fix your noise. Anything else on your list? Any other symptoms?

We keep throwing things at this. Financially upside down & symptoms worse than when we got it - cpl weeks ago...lol

-It’s now vibrating upon starting. Feel in passenger seat. Neutral stabilizes.
-New driveshaft appears to be spinning uneven.
-Shaft has a little play at tranny mount but don’t know if normal.
-Still get the wom wom at 45mph - sound is similar but toned down if rear windows cracked. Vibrates a bit more when that noise kicks in.


It’s crazy. I have a Tj Wrangler I was going to sell for this. I’ve been thru death wobble & shakes due to lift/tires. It’s a caddy compared to this.

I had no idea Toyota had the corner market in the vibrator industry. Not cool...lol
 
Will do. Ordered some mounts so it’ll be a minute until installed.

Good to know suspension/DS didn’t fix your noise. Anything else on your list? Any other symptoms?

We keep throwing things at this. Financially upside down & symptoms worse than when we got it - cpl weeks ago...lol

-It’s now vibrating upon starting. Feel in passenger seat. Neutral stabilizes.
-New driveshaft appears to be spinning uneven.
-Shaft has a little play at tranny mount but don’t know if normal.
-Still get the wom wom at 45mph - sound is similar but toned down if rear windows cracked. Vibrates a bit more when that noise kicks in.


It’s crazy. I have a Tj Wrangler I was going to sell for this. I’ve been thru death wobble & shakes due to lift/tires. It’s a caddy compared to this.

I had no idea Toyota had the corner market in the vibrator industry. Not cool...lol

I'm almost ready to put my elocker in. Replacing the rear LCA bushings which I have the axle off (which could be a possibility). I'll let you know if the new bushings/gears/bearings take care of my rumble.
 

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