ralphp

Hi Everyone, I am new to this forum and look forward to your help. Our 2004 ES 330 has a consistent front end shake at approximately 65MPH and greater. Below that speed, it seems to be fine. I have new Bridgestones on the car. Furthermore at the 65MPH mark, turning the wheel right or left makes the shake more pronounced. I am confident it is not balancing since the shake is consistent and cannot be driven through. I am thinking front wheel bearing (which is quiet) or bent rim...Any input will be much appreciated...Thanks for reading this.

mdbrown

Get the front end off the ground, grab the top and bottom of the tire and see if you can get any lateral movement out of the tire (push-pull alternately on top and bottom of tire) if it's a bearing you'll get some movement. Check the rest of the front end (tie rod ends, ball joints, and struts.) If you suspect a bent wheel rotate the tires front to back and see if the shake moves to the rear end.

ralphp

Thanks, I will try your recommendation....and let you know what happens

ErikTheRed

Also, get your front brakes checked, could be stuck caliper.

moonphase

If the car did not have this problem before the new tires were installed, the lug nuts might not be tightened (torqued) correctly. Also check the CV axle for joint wear by pushing up and down on the joints and listening for metallic clicking noise. I also wonder if the CV axle pulled partway out of the transmission when the car was lifted during tire install.
As EricTheRed advised, The brakes should be inspected and also the front pad slides and pins greased.

ralphp

Thanks to you guys....I will take your advise and pursue on with your suggestions...Very good input!

les30002

Most likely it's the front caliper being stuck I just took mine into a shop for an estimate cause of that reason (front end shaking at higher speeds) an the completely checked the front end for me at no charge
Results- my front left brake caliper is stuck and all my rotors and pads need to be replaced well wish ya luck on the fix

ralphp

Well, I thank all of you for your input and problem solved!!!!! I replaced the caliper pins as suggested by Les3002 and EriktheRed...It worked...Car runs great and smooth!!!! Thanks Fellas...