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you gotta love the dealer

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by kingston73, Dec 13, 2014.

  1. Dec 13, 2014 at 9:58 AM
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    kingston73

    kingston73 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I'm in the process of getting ready to move so I've put A

    A lot of things in boxes, so this time I'm getting my oil changed at the dealer. While I was there they told me I'd definitely be getting new rear springs with the recall once parts are available, for what its worth. The funny thing is I asked how much it would be to get my front struts replaced, I already have then assembled just need the old of and new on.
    They quoted me $500 for the struts and another $100 for the alignment. Called the shop I bought my ties from and they will do it for $400 total. I know the dealer is more expensive but that's crazy.
     
  2. Dec 13, 2014 at 10:02 AM
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    Penten

    Penten Well-Known Member

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    Your crazy for letting someone else do it ! Lol sorry but for that much I'd be doing it myself or with a buddy !
     
  3. Dec 13, 2014 at 10:10 AM
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    Shelf Life

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    Dealers are going to nip you every time. The only thing I use them for are recalls and genuine parts.
     
  4. Dec 13, 2014 at 10:12 AM
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    Matic

    Matic The "OFG" Baby!!!

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    OME 881 coils with OME nitrochargers shocks up front. TC UCA's OME Dakars with extra leaf in the rear. Warn 8000 winch with 80ft custom braided synth line. Custom 60ft synth extension. All pro tube bumper, Hi-lift jack, Safari Snorkel, Wilco tiregate. 2019 Jeep JLUR.
    I wouldn't go as far as to say "All dealerships" will rip you every time. I've had very good experiences with the few times that I've had to take my "02" in for service.
     
  5. Dec 13, 2014 at 10:16 AM
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    ZachMX

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    Liberty Toyota here in NJ is amazing, yes they're are slightly more expensive. But any warranty work or even my buddies no warranty work they give you a free rental car. Love this dealership's sales department. They suck though for sales. Drove 4 hours to buy my 2015.
     
  6. Dec 13, 2014 at 11:24 AM
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    File IFR

    File IFR "... Intercepting The Localizer"

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    He's in the process of moving.
     

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