OBEY414

So i been noticing my steering wheel, acclerator pedal(kind of) and below my seat shakes its almost like a shudder too when taking off usually 5-20mph. Also, when cruising at 40-55mph it shakes.

specs;
97 sc400 144k auto trans
i dont know if it has ever had a trans fluid flush
i done a balance and rotation on my wheels
wheel weights are there

possiblites:
torque converter???
drive shaft??

a mechanice said drive shaft but im hesistant to believe that, also dont want to drop $1,099 on one

some things to keep in mind:
i have a low idle at drive and park
i have damn near bald tires in the rear


please help!!!

AnonymousG

iTrader: (2)

I would say something is wrong with your drive shaft but the whole assembly shouldnt need to be replaced. most likely the carrier bearing, i believe is what its called.

LEXXIUM

iTrader: (1)

I would replace the rear tires first to see if it maybe a vibration from unbalanced tires and then followed by doing an alignment. That would be less expensive option since its part of prev maintenance. And then if it cures the issue, fire your mechanic for trying to rip you off.

OBEY414

Bump

I don't really want to waste my money on the alignment it drives straight as hell. Plus I'm a broke college kid.

Will have someone check if it could be the center support bearing on the driveshaft.

horent135

iTrader: (10)

Could be tranny or engine mount. Do a visual check that free

herbSC3RSB

if your buddy has a jack/jack stands just jack the car up crawl under there and inspect the carrier bearing yourself it takes 5 mins