Toyota Tacoma Vibrations, How to Fix This Problem

Single drive shaft replacement for those troublesome two-piece Toyota Tacoma shafts. In addition to working better at higher angles, it also reduces the amount of complexity of the drive shaft. Less moving parts means less things to fail. If you have a lifted Tacoma, you may be experiencing the typical Tacoma drive shaft shudder. This is usually felt upon takeoff or at low speeds while accelerating. If that is what you are experiencing, this video will show you how to fix this problem.
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[@jonkirkwood469]

A lifelong engineer, I really appreciate the work of skilled machinists. Tom's guys are artisans.

[@tacomabeast]

honesty some of the best people we've worked with! high praise to everyone at Tom's 🙌

[@CarlosGutierrez-ih4ni]

@@tacomabeast what’s the price $$$?

[@robo5391]

Seeing him put the joints in was really impressive

[@frankfeng6199]

Ikr, I usually watch videos sped up 1.25-1.75x so I had to go check; I was surprised to see it at 1.0x

[@buckmacgowan9230]

that's who I went with for my Tacoma driveshaft. My Tom Woods shaft has been problem free for a little over a year now and no vibrations.

[@Bikesands]

That dudes put together a drive shaft a time or two. I’ve always had great service from Tom Woods Shafts.

[@justinh7099]

This is probably one of my favorite intro videos. Walking through the shop while everyone is doing something came out great!

[@tacomabeast]

still can't believe we got it all in one take! 🔥🤙

[@ryanadam1153]

Dude from Tom woods was standing there like a straight up G. Great work the truck looks sweet

[@jackedburton7639]

Im pretty sure he was practicing for his Discovery channel TV show pan out.

[@ashtonmariefranklin725]

Setting proper pinion angle is key to less vibration and longer u-joint life. Also. With non greasable u-joints when you pop the caps off to install. Put a blob of grease in each cap. They aren't usually greased that well from the factory. Anything to get longer service life out of your vehicle is better than things wearing and breaking down sooner because it wasn't done right the first time.

[@SimonElenor]

It's called buying a angle meter and doing some research. It is also called doing the correct amount of maintenance. My Tacoma has a two piece driveshaft and is lifted 3" with 300k miles on it. Zero problems. It is called phase, all angles have to work together. There is a ton of information on the web including on Tom Woods site. Before you guys jump down my throat I have been using Tom since he worked at Six States driveshaft. No one is better than him. He probably doesn't remember me but I dont care I will always use him. God Bless.

[@tacomabeast]

That’s a lot of names for the same thing 😂

[@southwestxnorthwest]

Watched this video before christmas and ordered a Tom Woods replacement shaft for my 2004 Tacoma. I've got a 4" lift on my TRD and its been giving me an assload of vibrations coming from the stock driveshaft. I've already had the rear diff rebuilt because of the wear it caused, this was the only other thing left to do. So easy to do this swap, didnt need any help. Very happy with how smoothly it runs now. Ill be posting a vid of the install I did on my channel soon.

[@stevanrose7439]

All of that vibration will cause damage to your differential or the transmission don’t let it go very long. Like get it fixed before you drive any where. It won’t take long to damage something.

[@WillCory]

I have a tom woods on my '13. Shawn is a good dude!!

[@snottrrocket]

just had to replace all my ujoints and carrier. will be ordering one of these when the time comes, given my driveshaft has seen better days and Tom's just looks like it'll be 10x better over time.

[@user-cl2es9iu1j]

Wow! the craftmanship! Love it.

[@barakjohnson9931]

I went down the rabbit hole when I got my Tacoma

[@useryggfdcc]

@@jayceforest7906 🤣🤮🖕🖕🖕🖕

[@PMCJohn]

I’m nearing buying mine, I’m hoping to get one in December and the more and more videos I watch the more and more I realize the rabbit hole that Tacoma’s are lmfao

[@tomhaberman4569]

Love the brake chamber press they have.

[@sethmcdowell8202]

Pro tip: cut the carrier bearing bracket off. That’s what I did after my toms woods shaft hit it when suspension was compressed.

[@mohammadvazin1949]

Very nice of you to share:) May i ask how much you paid for the drive shaft? Thanks

[@sethmcdowell8202]

@@mohammadvazin1949 it was around $600

[@ninjathecable]

I know this video is old, still like watching it. Thanks to you, I went and bought a 2022 taco! Toady 12/28/21!. Lol

[@tacomabeast]

Thanks for the support bro!

[@lossantoscity3249]

if your wife asks why it cost an arm and a leg this video will surely help you. LOL

[@MjMcLachlan88]

Awesome video, very interesting and very informative. Badass shop there Tom Woods!

[@theEstebanPeralta]

"your truck is kind of standard" Hurt this man's ego so much

[@alexdiaz8288]

I did hear his voice crack a lil bit afterwards 😆

[@frankfeng6199]

@@alexdiaz8288 😂😂😂

[@PureBlood777]

I think I'm going to keep my 2020 off road at stock ride height just seems to be way too many problems when lifting. Too much money to

[@ryanadam1153]

Best choice. Most trucks wont even utilize the lift when offroading. Unless your trying to push the truck to its limits.

[@Lexusgx550]

Chump Cheddar how about bigger tires ?

[@snn517]

@@Lexusgx550 how big of a wheel set up can you put without doing a lift and no rubbing?

[@ozzzzy939]

@@snn517 kzbin.info/www/bejne/aHrdnntogbeobKM They address the rubbing issue too

[@hebdomatical]

Damm,, the son of an owner can actually do work. Unusual for these days. Good efficient work by the employees as well. Oh, good video too.

[@tacomabeast]

Thanks man 💪

[@saninmotion2774]

Let's talk about and appreciate that one shot intro. Lowkey epic.

[@tacomabeast]

Took us a couple of tries so thanks! 😅

[@HoglundOverland]

Great video guys, really enjoyed seeing the drive shaft made.

[@BUTTSBMX]

Just swung into Tom Woods on my way to Moab and picked up a 1pc rear!

[@paulsmith.3706]

Great job well done custom drive shaft fits perfectly if and when my 2000 tacoma needs a shaft ill definitly gives those guys a call.

[@bryan8844]

i have the same problem on my toyota. thanks for this video. I only have to spend 600 dollars. plus the installation

[@frincon75]

Do the install yourself pussy

[@davidzimmer2694]

If you ever get a chance, go watch your guys create these works of art. This was a pro shop, pro crew. Thanks for sharing.

[@dariandiazhighlights1452]

Vibration between seats=driveshaft/support bearing Floorboards/dash=wheel bearin/cv I figured this out 2 different different times. I have a 6in lift

[@sxb080511]

Thanks for the video. I have had (3) new T-Taco in the past, none but one built in Mexico had this driveline vibration. I used to own Nissan Frontier too and always wondered why Toyota not use one piece driveshaft similar to Nissan which never had this aggravating vibration.

[@tacomabeast]

🔥🔥

[@DiB760]

Interesting issue to deal with. I have a lifted gen2 4wd with no problems.

[@paul_hd1875]

Chalk it up as "content". There are probably millions of lifted Tacoma's out there that didn't need re gearing or new drive shafts... and still shredding.

[@John_BP]

Your blessed, drive shaft issues are the worst

[@bajar.m.6953]

When I did my engine swap on my ‘92 Toyota 4x4 extra cab did have the same problem. I did the same thing. Problem solve. Nice video 👍🏽

[@pilgrimhere652]

I enjoy that type of care in industry , Great work, good service knowing what you guys are doing , Dedicated , I watched till the end , Thank you , 👍 I learned something new , my 4×4 have that shaking problem, but Im moving to U.S.A , and sell the pick up , Surely I will buy another , probably in Texas , I know now where you guys are, in case the new pick up needs your service.

[@tacomabeast]

🙌🙌

[@joshreed7102]

I lifted my Tacoma 8 years ago and have gone thru 4 carrier bearings. Always in bad places they went out. I wish to god I knew about this at the beginning. How much did this cost?

[@UncleElroy21]

Josh Reed you need a carrier bearing drop kit and pinion spacer

[@southwestxnorthwest]

@@tacomabeast any recommendations for first gen Tacos? Ive got an 04 with this issue

[@piraltas]

First time watching this video and realized they 've discontinued this shaft for the Tacos.😢

[@tacomabeast]

😭

[@alexsvay2480]

@@tacomabeast is there any other option since its discontinued? I've lifted my rear and having that vibration issues. Thanks

[@westeed1]

This is informative. I had a stock rebuilt by nw drive shafts. The did all of the joints over. Spray painted it and put their sticker on it. Not even a year later and 6k miles the carrier bearing went out. Moved so I had to take it to another place. They couldn’t figure out why they wouldn’t have replaced it when they had it apart. $950 and then another $350. Now it vibrates. Ugh. Should’ve just called these guys. Nice work

[@tacomabeast]

DAMn bro that sounds horrible 😞 hopefully you’ll find someone that knows what they’re doing next time 🙌

[@theorientalknight]

Tom was a STRAIGHT pro! He assembled those U joints like it was Nuthin!

[@robertbillodeaux8971]

theorientalknight my thoughts exactly. Ya could tell it weren’t his first time assembling a U-joint

[@thelittleittybittypityshow6380]

Would have liked to see it on the road after the install. Kinda disappointed ☹️

[@rubywilson569]

I like his answer.." Sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn't"....LOL

[@christopherkenn53]

You guys rule your space.

[@bernardcarpenter6949]

Just bought mine today on your website. Can't wait to install it.

[@tacomabeast]

Your going to love it, if you have any question don’t forget we are here to help [e-mail]

[@gmansjewels]

My man Tom acts like he’s pissed off the whole time. No emotion but slight anger. He didn’t seem too happy 😂

[@Jeep.Generation]

Great video. Very cool to see how they build them.

[@kevinmcelheran4489]

Once the weight of the shaft isn’t held by the carrier bearing, what does the added weight of a floating shaft do to the transfer case and rear diff?

[@tomwoodscustomdriveshafts7159]

Yes it does but the bearings in the transfer case and pinion can handle it. I don't have the specs for the bearings in the Tacoma specifically but generally speaking these bearings have radial load ratings in the thousands of pounds. The drive shaft only weighs 40 lbs. The purpose of the carrier bearing on the stock shaft is to support the center of the shaft to prevent it from flexing and bowing due to centrifugal force as it spins at high RPMs. That function of the carrier bearing is indeed being sacrificed with the one-piece design but the end result for most people is much better than what they experience with their stock shaft.

[@herzus1993]

@@tomwoodscustomdriveshafts7159 the driveshaft I bought last year from you guys was awesome on low speeds but terrible on high speed 65+mph it vibrates like crazy i have returned it but your customer service is awesome returned it with no issues i would have loved to use your one piece drive shaft on my TRD 4x4 Sport 3rd gen truck but the oem way less vibs than yours on high speeds hope that you can figure out why me and others had that issue

[@greym6436]

Great vid! I actually had my "Cardan-CV" axle & the driveline on my 02' 1stgen tundra replaced here TAD driveshafts. No more vibrations. Great Vid

[@Yellowpost_Outdoors]

Wow, these guys are professionals!

[@MechanicDude]

Water on hot welds is a no no can stress the weld and cause a failure. Otherwise great video

[@mandoky1647]

I'm about to tack this driveshaft.

[@emorse912]

I keep watching vids about this and the bushings failures... I'm now having second thoughts to lift mine 2".

[@tacomabeast]

😂

[@chronicles661]

Your video editing is on point thank you for your videos very interesting

[@SoldierJ613]

I have watched alot of Toyota videos because I wanted a Tacoma. After watching these videos I have changed my mind. There is so much you have to do just to lift and have 35 inch tires. Not to mention the gear huntings, tunes , and drive shafts. Wow😮 that's a lot of money just to lift a truck. I'll pass and look at other off road vehicles.

[@tacomabeast]

Honestly you kinda need the same stuff for other trucks as well. The information is just not out there. Tacoma hold the most amount of support and products when it comes to customization right next to Jeep. Also, the new 20204 Tacoma does not need as much as the 3rd gen needed. You might want to look into that.

[@stephbm6]

How's the driveshaft holding up? I'm thinking about getting one but I would like to know what you really think about it. Any vibrations?

[@joaquin698]

Just subscribed! 👌🏻; I raised mine 2”, would the 2” raised affect the D.Shaft? How much is the average cost to have it made and replaced? Tks for sharing the vid.. learned a lot 👌🏻. God bless 🙏🏻

[@edgr]

Do you have rear axle shims installed to adjust the angle of the pinion?

[@sonovabeach]

Really good video about the new driveline build. But not a word about the results after install? Darn.

[@tacomabeast]

Honestly has been great!

[@fulltilt151]

I have a feeling this dude has put together a few U joints.....

[@dhrracer]

My question is there option for tube wall thickness? What was use on yours did not look very thick. But I will trust Tom Woods understands what works and what does not.

[@rosslenoir4373]

mine has a short vibration right before i come to a stop. it has to that. started soon after i installed an icon 10 kit

[@thomasgjonovich5524]

Just a heads up I called them the other day to order a drive shaft and they can’t make them for long bed Tacoma’s. My measurement with my 2.5 lift was 82 1/4 length and their equipment can’t make it to that length. Not to take anything away form the driveshaft itself, I’m sure it works fine but just a heads up that if you have a long bed you have to go elsewhere or just get a carrier bearing spacer and replace the carrier bearing along with making sure your pinion angle is right and the truck should drove fine.

[@snn517]

wow what a quality shop

[@OneFlewOver1776]

I like his answer.." Sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn't"....LOL

[@ryanskare6670]

Good choice on the non greaseable joints. So much stronger. Horrible idea to force that weld to cool so fast. If you need to cool a weld faster use air so you don't risk cracking.

[@MrTylero28]

Looks like I need a tom woods shaft for My FJ cruiser!

[@tacomabeast]

They might be able to help you with that!

[@rickm4295]

So what was the verdict ? Did it solve the vibration issues ? I assume yes but it would have been great to hear your thoughts brother , hehe.. Hope it works great man.

[@70Marc]

I’m surprised they didn’t rebalance after welding the balancing weights. Wouldn’t that xtra little bit of welded steel change things?

[@carlosgonzalez-rf7lj]

None greasable u joints are more stronger the u joints with zerk fittings

[@stevesilva1986]

How much did it cost you , bro , I'd definitely need one for my 2015 taco

[@tacomabeast]

You can find it on our website here: tacomabeast.com/products/toyota-tacoma-rear-drive-shaft-vibration-solution?_pos=4&_sid=dc5794e76&_ss=r&variant=41783916298425

[@stevesilva1986]

@TacomaBeast thank you so much bro I appreciate that very much

[@jamesmclean7836]

Good video until the end. Didn’t torque spec tighten the bolts attaching to the transmission in the front and the axle assembly in the back?! Just hand tightened with wrenches? Wew…have fun with that.

[@John-to2ki]

Leaves chuck in lathe 🤕 awesome work tho!

[@josedejesusornelas1301]

Wrong body the purpose for that two piece drives shaft is for ground clearance Off-roaring

[@quangpham2281]

I guess as long as he dodges those huge rocks and properly approaches a path to dodge any rocks he should be fine.

[@UncleElroy21]

You would be correct. It is to help break over angle.

[@UncleElroy21]

Shane Baustian it is physically impossible for your one piece to have better clearance than the oem 2 piece

[@UncleElroy21]

Shane Baustian no it sounds like I know more about 1 piece driveshafts and physics than you do but hey it’s the internet after all, keep feeding this dude fake news

[@UncleElroy21]

Shane Baustian why yes I am a clown, but one without a one piece driveshaft, so who’s the clown now? Also it’s You’re not your. Duh.

[@richardn5263]

Great video from the shop. Music is unnecessary distraction.

[@tacomabeast]

Noted!

[@Florida_War_Tribe]

Yo what’s up taco gang. Need some help fellas. I bought a 2021 Tacoma 6foot bed v6. I’ve taken it in twice already for my truck shaking, I thought it was a tire out of balance but the dealership has balanced the tires twice already, truck has 9k miles on it at this point. This video is very helpful and something I’ll look into. Any other recommendations that can point me in a good direction to get this fixed?

[@M9A1MAN]

TOM WOODS! I need help with my 2021 Ford Ranger. These driveshafts are HORRIBLE.

[@tomwoodscustomdriveshafts7159]

Coming soon!

[@xtrchessreal]

does the new shaft have the same mass as the OEM. I would think having thicker walled pipe would provide two things, a nicer cruise speed on the highway and a tougher to bend or dent off road. It may take a little energy loss off road but the highway on the way and back would make up for it.

[@vins1521]

That looks better for sure but Im wondering why doesn't Toyota put a single drive shaft on the Tacomas, what is the advantage.?

[@tommytran1626]

As a machinist and also an engineering. I think the tubing is thin! It would be better if the wall thickness of the tubing is thicker.

[@susansearcy6688]

There are 4 weights on my 07 Toyota Tacoma driveshaft. One fell off. Is there any way to fix this without replacing the whole driveshaft? It shakes a lot now.

[@tacomabeast]

Shoot us an email at [e-mail] and we’ll be able to help you out with this 🤙

[@ejohnson3131]

Feel the vibration!

[@carlostomsom2295]

Esque en la parte de la compresión esmuy poco lo que queda y a la hora que hago los cambios da un pequeño clik es transmisión manual

[@temosgarage]

So the sticker is added AFTER the balancing. Won’t that mess up the balancing? I know the sticker doesn’t weight much, but once it’s rotating at highway speed, it’s enough weight to create vibrations, no?

[@aberey2035]

Don’t you lift the truck in the front and rear so the driveshaft should be close to regular slope

[@jamesstein5952]

Amazing American Craftsmanship WOW !!! Great Video

[@endlessnameless3996]

Could this be a fix for the deceleration vibrations on stock Tacomas?

[@mikecollins9527]

I would like to know the answer to this as well. That’s how I stumbled upon this video .. 2021 sr5 bone stock 2300 miles and I have this vibration and I ant figure it out. It’s been to the dealer and they got nothin

[@yangxai3317]

Please make the Toyota 2018 tundra drive shaft too? I want to buy.???

[@tacomabeast]

Shoot us an email at [e-mail] and we’ll see if we can place a custom order for you 🤙

[@armandcouture4655]

Great video Mateo. Learned a lot bro

[@denttech2515]

Excellent video. Is this the same issue that people are having with their 5th gen 4runners? I haven't experienced it with mine, but I fear the issue may come up

[@greg.ocallaghan]

"This being a Toyota, it's metric" -> this had me laughing! hahah so you can't take measurements in ft/in because it was designed in the metric system? 😜

[@tacomabeast]

It’s just more accurate 🤷‍♂️ otherwise you end up with 3/16ths of an inch or something and it gets annoying 😂

[@tomwoodscustomdriveshafts7159]

I specifically said it can be tricky to measure in inches, which is why I prefer metric, but then demonstrate both. For most guys finding 66mm on a measuring tape is easier than finding 2.59843 inches.

[@greg.ocallaghan]

@@tomwoodscustomdriveshafts7159 all good!! just thought it was funny the way it was said it was a toyota therefore its metric 😆

[@troyhoward650]

Wouldnt the longer driveshaft without the centerbearing cause whip at high rpm speeds ?

[@farmermike9262]

I just finished watching your install of the Deaver stage 3 leaf springs. Did your shudder come as a result of that install?

[@tacomabeast]

Nah it was honestly just abuse to the truck 😂

[@farmermike9262]

So I shouldn't be hesitant to install the stage 3 deaver springs? Also how can I tell if I need to change out my shocks. I bought my Tacoma used but have no idea how many miles are on them

[@aquatiqz4810]

What are the torque specs for the drive shaft where it connects to the rear diff?

[@no_one682]

I believe the spec for the 2nd gen is 65 ft/lb. Any flange with multiple bolts should be tightened evenly and in a criss-cross pattern. What he showed with the hand wrenches isn't perfect but probably good enough given the thickness of the flanges and the size of the bolts.

[@tacoteng2095]

I want one

[@carlostomsom2295]

Hola yo ordene un drive shalf a tomwoods medida 69 1/2 inch para 2016 Tacoma trd SPORT 6 inch bds lift pero ciento que está 1 pulgada larga

[@PaulPeralta]

Interesting watch for sure.

[@chillyburger1077]

Wow nice work you guys . I am an old shade tree mechanic and found the demo fun to watch.Keep up the good filming , I mean 1s and 0s ing haha .

[@jp.taco.tues.colorado]

I have a 2021 Toyota Tacoma TRD OR Automatic. If there's a vibration on accelerating from a stop in 1st gear and it goes away before shifting into 2nd gear, what might be the cause of this? I've researched this thoroughly and the only common issues are vibration at particular highway speeds but I haven't found anything with my particular problem. Please help!

[@canamxmr4760]

How about shudder or rumble strip sensation when slowing down between 30-20 mph.

[@W.A.F]

Soooo another high point for drop bracket lifts?

[@LukeWilda]

Hey great vid just wondering if you guys had the dealers on the ends of the drive shaft?

[@useryggfdcc]

Wow, impressive job.

[@slinkycv]

Have you done a after video on this I looked couldn’t find one I’m curious how it worked out for you and what it looks like installed

[@alexisquintero2782]

Those guys looked like surgeons 😂

[@stevanrose7439]

I had a driveshaft fixed on a freightliner one time and they didn’t get the weld deep enough and the shaft wasn’t held fast to the insert. It held long enough to get me out of the shop.

[@tacomabeast]

Oh god, that’s terrifying