Double Cab Long Bed -- Jumpy

cusas6 · 10-15-2007, 05:45 PM

Hey all,
I've had my Taco for about 6 months now. The only issue I have is that when I get out on the highway the back end of it jumps up and down alot. Its enough to make my girlfriend nausous. I took it back to Toyota and they told me that it is normal for a truck with that long of a wheelbase.

Does anyone else with a Double-Cab with the long bed have this issue? If it is just because it is that long can anyone think of anything I can do to reduce that jumpiness?

Thanks,
Scott

jhodge83 · 10-15-2007, 05:55 PM

check out this post for the TSB for that issue. print out a copy and take it to ur dealer and stick it!!! haha LINK!!!

kristopherl · 10-15-2007, 06:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cusas6

Hey all,
I've had my Taco for about 6 months now. The only issue I have is that when I get out on the highway the back end of it jumps up and down alot. Its enough to make my girlfriend nausous. I took it back to Toyota and they told me that it is normal for a truck with that long of a wheelbase.

Does anyone else with a Double-Cab with the long bed have this issue? If it is just because it is that long can anyone think of anything I can do to reduce that jumpiness?

Thanks,
Scott

Scott,
That sounds like a BS response from the Dealership. I have a DC LB 4X4 and it rides like a Cady on the highway. Just asked my wife if she thought it was rough and she said she never noticed it being jumpy on the highway.

I would ask another dealer. You might have some bad shocks.

cusas6 · 10-15-2007, 06:32 PM

jhodge83,

Thanks for the TSB, but I am little concerned by the warning about the "rear suspension firmness", sounds like it could make my issue worse.

Anyone have any thoughts on this.

Thanks again,
Scott

jhodge83 · 10-15-2007, 08:08 PM

if i'm on the highway and hit bumps, my rear end really jumps. i was towing an s-10 on a tow dolly this past weekend and the cab wouldnt bounce, but the bed would, which i thought was odd. but a few people have already had the tsb done and i've got my appointment friday morning.

007Tacoma · 10-16-2007, 04:02 AM

The added weight and length of a DC long bed should make the ride extremely smooth. I would go back to that dealer and tell them that they need to figure it out. My 4 cylinder Access Cab PreRunner is light with 4WD suspension on it. It has a rougher ride than most Tacomas, but it is still not jumpy.

Good luck, and let us know how it goes.

nd · 10-16-2007, 07:11 AM

Yeah, having a long heavy truck should not make it jump. The dealer is full of sh!t. I know this is a stupid question but have you messed with your rear tire pressure any? If its actually jumping it sounds like your rear tires are over-inflated. you may want to take a few psi out and see how it rides if you havn't already tried this

jhodge83 · 10-16-2007, 08:53 AM

yeah...i run mine at 30, the dealer sticker says 29

lsocoee · 10-16-2007, 09:18 AM

I've got the same setup and everyone always says it has such a non-truck like ride. I don't have the TSB yet and I'm worried it could make it stiffer.

I've noticed that the ride gets better with more weight in the truck. Try weighing down the truck a few hundred pounds and see if that helps.

I could see that if both of you are coming from Lincolns and Cadillacs you might think the Taco is a rough ride.

bbarian333 · 10-16-2007, 04:34 PM

I have the same issue cusas6. I have an access cab trd sport. I plan on getting the TSB done, but my worries are the same as yours. Will it make it worse?

10-15-2007, 05:45 PM	#1
cusas6 Junior Member Joined: Apr 2007, #1224 Location: Southern California Posts: 15	Double Cab Long Bed -- Jumpy Hey all, I've had my Taco for about 6 months now. The only issue I have is that when I get out on the highway the back end of it jumps up and down alot. Its enough to make my girlfriend nausous. I took it back to Toyota and they told me that it is normal for a truck with that long of a wheelbase. Does anyone else with a Double-Cab with the long bed have this issue? If it is just because it is that long can anyone think of anything I can do to reduce that jumpiness? Thanks, Scott

10-15-2007, 05:55 PM	#2
jhodge83 CA: Waiting for the next meet! Joined: Apr 2007, #1432 Location: Fayetteville, NC/Sumter, SC Age: 25 Gender: Guy Posts: 4,980 09 Timberland Mica DC 4X4 Sport 2009 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L seatbelt chime mod, fog lights on anytime mod, hose clamp mod, louder horns mod, and a few others in the sig!	check out this post for the TSB for that issue. print out a copy and take it to ur dealer and stick it!!! haha LINK!!! __________________ 2009 Timberland Mica DC SB TRD Sport 4x4 Tow w/ Hook Hitch, All Weather Mats, In-Channel Rain Guards, Bed Mat, AFE Pro Dry Drop-in w/ Secondary Removed and Modified Intake, Magnaflow SS Muffler w/ Chopped Exhaust, Flat Black Vinyl Emblems, Black Low Profile/Low Width Tool Box, Hi Lift, Xenon "HID" Head&Fog Bulbs, Black/Grey Iggee Seat Covers, Painted Engine Cover, Painted Grill Emblem, Tinted Tails and 3rd Brake, Cargo Bar, Cobra 29 LTD Black Chrome CB w/ K40 Antenna, Astatic Mic, and 5" PA Speaker, Painted Rims w/ Black Lugs, 5x LT255/75/17 BFG MT's, AllproOffroad Sliders and Skid Plate, 3" EZ Lift w/ AAL and Diff Drop, Pioneer AVIC-N1 DVD/NAV on the way....hopefully BB gas skid and (3" rear kit, front bumper, and remaining skids from Allpro) Waiting to be installed....Allpro UCA's , WE 3.5" CO's, and 35% tint

10-15-2007, 08:08 PM	#5
jhodge83 CA: Waiting for the next meet! Joined: Apr 2007, #1432 Location: Fayetteville, NC/Sumter, SC Age: 25 Gender: Guy Posts: 4,980 09 Timberland Mica DC 4X4 Sport 2009 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L seatbelt chime mod, fog lights on anytime mod, hose clamp mod, louder horns mod, and a few others in the sig!	if i'm on the highway and hit bumps, my rear end really jumps. i was towing an s-10 on a tow dolly this past weekend and the cab wouldnt bounce, but the bed would, which i thought was odd. but a few people have already had the tsb done and i've got my appointment friday morning. __________________ 2009 Timberland Mica DC SB TRD Sport 4x4 Tow w/ Hook Hitch, All Weather Mats, In-Channel Rain Guards, Bed Mat, AFE Pro Dry Drop-in w/ Secondary Removed and Modified Intake, Magnaflow SS Muffler w/ Chopped Exhaust, Flat Black Vinyl Emblems, Black Low Profile/Low Width Tool Box, Hi Lift, Xenon "HID" Head&Fog Bulbs, Black/Grey Iggee Seat Covers, Painted Engine Cover, Painted Grill Emblem, Tinted Tails and 3rd Brake, Cargo Bar, Cobra 29 LTD Black Chrome CB w/ K40 Antenna, Astatic Mic, and 5" PA Speaker, Painted Rims w/ Black Lugs, 5x LT255/75/17 BFG MT's, AllproOffroad Sliders and Skid Plate, 3" EZ Lift w/ AAL and Diff Drop, Pioneer AVIC-N1 DVD/NAV on the way....hopefully BB gas skid and (3" rear kit, front bumper, and remaining skids from Allpro) Waiting to be installed....Allpro UCA's , WE 3.5" CO's, and 35% tint

10-16-2007, 04:02 AM	#6
007Tacoma Moderator; TW Moderator Joined: Jan 2007, #643 Location: San Antonio, Texas Age: 27 Gender: Guy Posts: 5,822 08 PreRunner SR5 DoubleCab LongBed BSP 2008 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L TacomaWorld.com Sticker, URD True Cold Air Intake, Debadged, Blackened Headlight Mod, 30% Window Tint, Access LE Tonneau, Bed Mat, OEM Daytime Running Lights + On/Off Switch, Fogs-On-Anytime Mod, Alternating Turn-Signal Mod, Canvas Seat Covers, Pioneer Stereo, iPod Connection, PAC steering wheel remote, Homemade Bike Rack (4 bikes), Firestone Destination ATs 265/75R16, TRD Suspension Upgrade	The added weight and length of a DC long bed should make the ride extremely smooth. I would go back to that dealer and tell them that they need to figure it out. My 4 cylinder Access Cab PreRunner is light with 4WD suspension on it. It has a rougher ride than most Tacomas, but it is still not jumpy. Good luck, and let us know how it goes. __________________ 007Tacoma is currently out of the forum and on vacation. If you would like to leave a message for 007, do so here: beep

10-16-2007, 07:11 AM	#7
nd AKA: "The Velour Fog" Joined: Mar 2007, #1047 Location: Greenville, SC Age: 27 Gender: Guy Posts: 7,556 07 TRD Off-Road 4x4 debadged 2007 Double Cab Automatic V6 De badged, 5100's, Black Toyota Baja wheels	Yeah, having a long heavy truck should not make it jump. The dealer is full of sh!t. I know this is a stupid question but have you messed with your rear tire pressure any? If its actually jumping it sounds like your rear tires are over-inflated. you may want to take a few psi out and see how it rides if you havn't already tried this __________________ When life gives you lemons, just say 'Fuck the lemons,' and bail.

10-15-2007, 06:32 PM	#4
cusas6 Junior Member Joined: Apr 2007, #1224 Location: Southern California Posts: 15	jhodge83, Thanks for the TSB, but I am little concerned by the warning about the "rear suspension firmness", sounds like it could make my issue worse. Anyone have any thoughts on this. Thanks again, Scott

10-16-2007, 08:53 AM	#8
jhodge83 CA: Waiting for the next meet! Joined: Apr 2007, #1432 Location: Fayetteville, NC/Sumter, SC Age: 25 Gender: Guy Posts: 4,980 09 Timberland Mica DC 4X4 Sport 2009 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L seatbelt chime mod, fog lights on anytime mod, hose clamp mod, louder horns mod, and a few others in the sig!	yeah...i run mine at 30, the dealer sticker says 29 __________________ 2009 Timberland Mica DC SB TRD Sport 4x4 Tow w/ Hook Hitch, All Weather Mats, In-Channel Rain Guards, Bed Mat, AFE Pro Dry Drop-in w/ Secondary Removed and Modified Intake, Magnaflow SS Muffler w/ Chopped Exhaust, Flat Black Vinyl Emblems, Black Low Profile/Low Width Tool Box, Hi Lift, Xenon "HID" Head&Fog Bulbs, Black/Grey Iggee Seat Covers, Painted Engine Cover, Painted Grill Emblem, Tinted Tails and 3rd Brake, Cargo Bar, Cobra 29 LTD Black Chrome CB w/ K40 Antenna, Astatic Mic, and 5" PA Speaker, Painted Rims w/ Black Lugs, 5x LT255/75/17 BFG MT's, AllproOffroad Sliders and Skid Plate, 3" EZ Lift w/ AAL and Diff Drop, Pioneer AVIC-N1 DVD/NAV on the way....hopefully BB gas skid and (3" rear kit, front bumper, and remaining skids from Allpro) Waiting to be installed....Allpro UCA's , WE 3.5" CO's, and 35% tint

10-16-2007, 09:18 AM	#9
lsocoee Why am I always the little spoon? Joined: Feb 2007, #872 Location: Metairie, LA Gender: Dude Posts: 6,656 2007 PreRunner SR5 Double Cab Long B 2007 Double Cab Automatic V-6 Bed mat, URD CAI, URD MAF Calibrator, C2C Hood Struts, Wet Okole Seat Covers, Pop-n-Lok, Wet Okole Underwear	I've got the same setup and everyone always says it has such a non-truck like ride. I don't have the TSB yet and I'm worried it could make it stiffer. I've noticed that the ride gets better with more weight in the truck. Try weighing down the truck a few hundred pounds and see if that helps. I could see that if both of you are coming from Lincolns and Cadillacs you might think the Taco is a rough ride. __________________ Tacoma World: One big happily dysfunctional family.

10-16-2007, 04:34 PM	#10
bbarian333 Member Joined: Feb 2007, #919 Location: SoCal Posts: 73	I have the same issue cusas6. I have an access cab trd sport. I plan on getting the TSB done, but my worries are the same as yours. Will it make it worse? __________________ 06,TRD Sport ,V6,prerunner, access cab, tow pkg,6 disc,magnaflow exh, k&n drop in trd seat covers,5 spd auto pop n lock, stubbie ant, tint

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