Comments on: Toyota Tundra Camshaft “Problem”

By: luis

luis — Sun, 28 Dec 2008 17:25:05 +0000

has anyone had to get there transmission replaced because of other problems related to the torque converter? Had my torque replaced a couple months ago but the transmission is still not shifting smoothly, when shifting between 35-40 there is a big push that you feel when shifting at low speeds..im going to have it checked out by the dealership to see what they say..but other then that love the truck …just got it some 22 inch rims for it…

By: carlos

carlos — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 03:08:06 +0000

I just checked out the bottom of the truck and there is oil all over the bottom of the truck looks like is coming from one of the pans on the botton..is a 07 crewmax 5.7 v8 with 20,000 miles..so i have to take it to the dealer so they can check it out….it looks like is coming from my transmission…i hope nothing has been damage..i love the truck and the size…the gas sucks on it but I knew that when I purchase the truck..so if you don’t want to complain about the gas then don’t buy big trucks…but I hope nothing major is bad with the truck …other then that..i have nothing bad to say about the truck..i guess i been lucky…

By: justin

justin — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 14:49:15 +0000

RichyM: Glad to hear you believe your Tundra to be a 3/4 ton based on your payload. So by your logic, basically all 1/2 tons should now be classified as 3/4 tons. The GM twins (Silverado & Sierra 1500) range in payload from 1574-1965lbs, Ram 1500 from 1470-2440lbs payload, F150 payload from 1030-3080lbs and Tundra from 1350-1990lbs. These figures provided by each makes/models respective website.

Truck classifications are determined by GVWR, which some Tundras do fall into the 3/4 ton category, but so do some GM 1500 & F150 models. A true 2500/250 model can handle the abuse much better than a 1500/150 model, simply by design characteristics. Just like a 1500/150 model will ride smoother than a 2500/250.

If you check your owners manuel, I’m sure there will be mention of which category your truck is considered. I don’t disagree that your Tundra can handle some of what a 3/4 ton can do, just not nearly as well as most 2500/250 models. I’m referring to handling/controlling the weight of the load, not the amount of time to get to cruising speed.

By: RichyM

RichyM — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 22:35:28 +0000

Justin: My window sticker says: Payload = 1680 lbs.
That’s 3/4 of a ton (long ton - 2240lbs, short ton 2000lbs, or metric ton 2204lbs).
My Oklahoma Title also says: 3/4 Ton Pickup
Still loving it and I also found if I take it easy it gets pretty good gas mileage, around 17mpg. Normal (jack rabbit for me) gets me around 14 to 15.
Oh yeah, I forgot to thank the Texans that built my truck. If I wasn’t such a true blue Okie, I’d consider moving to Texas.

By: Mickey

Mickey — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 19:51:39 +0000

Just did my 20,000 mile oil change. Bought it in July 07. I do alot of traveling in my truck. So far one time visit at 15,000 miles for convience issue being pass mirror wouldn’t auto close. It worked evry 5th to 8th time trying it. 45 Minutes later new mirror no questions asked. Brad come back down to earth. You’re comparing a duramax 2500 against a 1/2 ton Tundra. My posts on this website shows what I had. I had both ford and chevy. My issue was getting them fixed. How many times must you visit a dealership and keep faith? How would you like to take a day off work just to be accused of pulling your headliner down by a factory rep!!! Since were on the headliner how many times does it take to fix a headliner??? 8x wasn’t enough. What good is towing when your ABS vibrates the living hell out of you? That was 2x and I wasn’t going to have the 3rd time done. By the way did I mention going down I-95 both tail lights fall off at different times!! Who’s going to see you stop if they’re dangling in the wind? It doesn’t matter towing, ride, looks. What matters is getting things fixed and how they treat you.

By: Kirk67

Kirk67 — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 12:52:55 +0000

Very nice Joe…and I couldn’t agree with you more on many of your comments. I am having problems with my first Toyota right now. Great thing is that it at the dealer putting a new engine in it as I type. That would NEVER have happened with Ford/Chevy or Dodge. I have owned them all and in recent years I have found it very difficult to get the big three to address even the smallest warranty issues. My last truck (if that is what you want to call it) was a 07 dodge hemi, had MDS problems and ABS problems…dodge took care of the problem by calling it NORMAL. I feel sorry for anyone who is going to buy a dodge based on their warranty, they will be unhappy campers in their near future.

By: Joe

Joe — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 23:49:34 +0000

Jelling?? That must be one of the more than 300,000 vehicles that Toyota agreed to replace the motors in. They were involved in a lawsuit that coverd Toyotas and Lexus all of which were dropping motors due to oil sludge. Toyota agreed to pay for the replacement of all the vehicles that ranged from 1997-2001ish with “no fault”. So Toyota saw they were gonna loose and jumped at the chance to settle with no blame on there record. Toyota even suggested ALL owners of those vehicles effected did not change their oil properly. Face it folks, Toyota is playing just like all the other manufacturers now. If they can deflect blame they will.

Bed jolt? Yep it is a problem for some. I’ve seen a 2wd truck that had the cab get hit by the bed. Doesn’t seem like only the “offroad” vehicles. Not having a solid frame is pobably the reason. Too many pieces connected together leave too much room for flex. That was just stupid. Toyota is way smarter than that, I thought anyway.

Face it folks all manufacturers skimp here and there. Toyota is no different. Don’t be a fanboy. I washed my hands of Ford a few years ago. Hold these people accountable for crappy substandard vehicles. Toyota put a 4 star tested, pieced together frame, body flexing, “big motor” truck in the ring with problems. If you guys hold them accountable the end result will be a better truck next time hopefully. Don’t just say it’s better than GM,Ford & Dodge because it’s a Toyota.

NASCAR? last I checked NASCARran a cam in block pushrod motor. Not an OHC setup. Sorry, it is not a detuned NASCAR motor. Infact the NASCAR engine is actually a Chevy casting! Atleast know a little about the sport since you guys just jumped on the band wagon.

I’m sure some of you will not be happy about my comments. The only reason I’m posting here is because a coworker of mine is in denial about the possibility his Toyota might have problems. I hate to try to tell somebody there might be a problem. At the same time I don’t mind rubbing there nose in poop if they want to curse me and act juvenile when I tell them common knowledge. I mean if I can find this stuff ANYONE can.

By: Justin

Justin — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 22:45:09 +0000

RichyM: FYI, it is a 1/2 ton, not a 3/4 ton truck. If you think the ride is rough, ride in a real 3/4 or 1 ton that has a SFA, that is rough.

Glad you like your truck and please post back on your opinion after a few thousand miles and of any issues you may come across.

By: RichyM

RichyM — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 22:12:23 +0000

I bought my 07 Tundra a little over a month ago and I could not be more happy. It was a demo with 6K miles, now has over 8K and NO problems. Sure, it rides a little rough but it IS a 3/4 ton with trailering suspension so I expected it to ride that way. Oklahoma roads and highways are awful anyway. I recently took a trip through Texas and noticed a DRAMATIC improvement in the ride as soon as I crossed the state line; thanks for the good roads Texas. I really like the way it drives and handles and I LOVE the power (translated acceleration). I have yet to tow anything but expect it will improve the ride; will try the sandbag thing in the meantime (thanks jmr). I bought Toyota because of its reputation for quality; I do not think I will be disapointed.

By: Justin

Justin — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 19:43:18 +0000

OnlyGM: Notorious piston slap of GM V8 motors. Trucks exploding when broadsided due to fuel tanks being mounted outside the frame. Some causing unwanted ABS Activation. Headliners drooping in less than a year.

Yup, GM is perfect while all other makes are filled with problems.

Oh, and there have only been 20 or 21 reported cases of camshaft failures, on a brand new engine. If Toyota builds 200K Tundra’s, that’s about .01% of all trucks. That’s isn’t a band ratio if you ask most manufacturers.