Yes, the title is right. Broken camshaft on the new 5.7 L.
Going down the freeway w/ cruise set at 70 & started loosing speed & had to pull over. I then started it about 10 more times so i could get off the freeway & put it on the flatbed & towed it to SLC with my bro's tundra.
They do not know why it happened. Maybe overtorqued bolts, maybe it was dropped during assembly. They will be tearing into the heads in the morning & i'll know more then. I was told if something else caused it to break, then toyota will more than likely send out a new motor.
Should i demand a new motor?
Or, should i demand an extended warranty?
I feel like i should be concerned with future potential problems. And i think i should demand something.
Any and all input would be greatly appreciated, Thanks
Yes, the title is right. Broken camshaft on the new 5.7 L.
Going down the freeway w/ cruise set at 70 & started loosing speed & had to pull over. I then started it about 10 more times so i could get off the freeway & put it on the flatbed & towed it to SLC with my bro's tundra.
They do not know why it happened. Maybe overtorqued bolts, maybe it was dropped during assembly. They will be tearing into the heads in the morning & i'll know more then. I was told if something else caused it to break, then toyota will more than likely send out a new motor.
Should i demand a new motor?
Or, should i demand an extended warranty?
I feel like i should be concerned with future potential problems. And i think i should demand something.
Any and all input would be greatly appreciated, Thanks
Demand a new motor? I would atleast! If it were me i would demand a new truck! Have you done anything extreme with the truck lik lots of towing or towing before break in period? How many miles do you have on it? Glad i sprung for the extended warranty
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R.I.P. Tiffany Ann Knight
9-24-1984 - 2-12-2008
2007 Toyota Tundra CrewMax Limited 4x4 5.7
Silver Sky Metallic, Red Rock Interior, Husky Floor Mats, TRD, Bed Rug, XM, Chrome Tube Bars, Cold Kit, Tow Package, Door Sill Covers, Aftermarket Webasto Sunroof, Valentine One Radar, 2 Kicker L7s in Custom Box, 7" In-Dash Navigation - Alpine IVA-W505, 2 Flowmaster 40 series mufflers - True dual exhaust, 6 Inch Pro Comp Stage II Lift, 355X65R18 Nitto Terra Grapplers, Pro Comp 6047 Wheels, Airaid Cold Air Intake. Upcoming Mods: 20% Tint, Bak Flip Bed Cover, Bushwhacker Fender Flares, FRONT AND REAR BUMPERS, More Lift If Possible, New Gears Front and Rear, and Rear Locker.
I always cringe when I see people writing to tell you to Demand a new this or that. I know it is easy for me to say but crap happens. Let the guys fix it how they see fit. It will still be under warranty for years to come. You love your truck, heck I love your truck. Its not worth the aggravation to get into a pissin contest with the dealership...........yet. Lets see what happens. My opinion and I am sticking to it.
Cheers.
I always cringe when I see people writing to tell you to Demand a new this or that. I know it is easy for me to say but crap happens. Let the guys fix it how they see fit. It will still be under warranty for years to come. You love your truck, heck I love your truck. Its not worth the aggravation to get into a pissin contest with the dealership...........yet. Lets see what happens. My opinion and I am sticking to it.
Cheers.
Hey....i have come to expect a quality vehicle that doesn't leave me stranded when i purchase toyota products. This is the first one. I have owned about 12-16 toyota vehicles since 1988. So i am going to put up a stink. Not with the dealership by any means, but i will b!tch up a storm at Cust. service.
The dealership is doing what they should & they're treating me very well.
Yeah, $hit happens. But i must say, this is a first for me with toyota.
mln...you should be the last to talk with all the bickering you have done.... . OTFM has been here for much longer than you or I. He doesn't need a video with sound to prove anything.
mln...you should be the last to talk with all the bickering you have done.... . OTFM has been here for much longer than you or I. He doesn't need a video with sound to prove anything.
I think MLN was j/k. Since several have attacked him..maybe just some comic relief due to OTFM's demise with his camshaft and everything...am i right?
__________________ Brendon
R.I.P. Tiffany Ann Knight
9-24-1984 - 2-12-2008
2007 Toyota Tundra CrewMax Limited 4x4 5.7
Silver Sky Metallic, Red Rock Interior, Husky Floor Mats, TRD, Bed Rug, XM, Chrome Tube Bars, Cold Kit, Tow Package, Door Sill Covers, Aftermarket Webasto Sunroof, Valentine One Radar, 2 Kicker L7s in Custom Box, 7" In-Dash Navigation - Alpine IVA-W505, 2 Flowmaster 40 series mufflers - True dual exhaust, 6 Inch Pro Comp Stage II Lift, 355X65R18 Nitto Terra Grapplers, Pro Comp 6047 Wheels, Airaid Cold Air Intake. Upcoming Mods: 20% Tint, Bak Flip Bed Cover, Bushwhacker Fender Flares, FRONT AND REAR BUMPERS, More Lift If Possible, New Gears Front and Rear, and Rear Locker.
toyota has never built a mass produced motor this powerful, in saying that , you have to understand outsourcing, toyota cannot control every machine process. case and point, look at how many $25-50k race engines break, even though that part was designed to live in that enviroment, things just happen. just think in two years toyota may go to direct injection(20hp) increase
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2007 SR5 crewmax Texas Edition 4x2
light gray leather interior
xm radio, bed liner
fog lights
swaybar
woodgrain interior
carriageworks grille
corsa exhaust
ARE LSll cover
chrome accent covers
There is no way this could happen. Toyota has been building high performance engines for years without a single problem. We won't believe it until we see video proof (with sound)!
You my friend are a liar! Go back to your Chevy, Ford or Dodge forum from wence you came. Go troll someplace else come back when you actually own a 2007 Tundra!
MLN, I love your sense of humor, this is exactly what I expected you to say. BTW how is the old piston slapper doing? I am also originally from MN so I can appreciate a little sarcasm.
Yes all trucks will break. You don't want Toyota stealing Maytag's advertising do you?
There is no way this could happen. Toyota has been building high performance engines for years without a single problem. We won't believe it until we see video proof (with sound)!
You my friend are a liar! Go back to your Chevy, Ford or Dodge forum from wence you came. Go troll someplace else come back when you actually own a 2007 Tundra!
Lick me mln.
I guess you didn't see my picture in my garage. You blind?
Broken camshaft on new 07--what to do?
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