Got the leaf Spring TSB. Here are some pics !

OBXTucker · 05-09-2008, 07:55 PM

Just picked up a '05 yesterday. My first taco! Doing a little searching around the forums and noticed this thread....

I have the 3 leaf springs, but am out of warranty (70k miles). Any thoughts on whether they'll cover it or not?

Either way, i'm lovin' life! Great truck!

tcBob · 05-09-2008, 07:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OBXTucker

Just picked up a '05 yesterday. My first taco! Doing a little searching around the forums and noticed this thread....

I have the 3 leaf springs, but am out of warranty (70k miles). Any thoughts on whether they'll cover it or not?

Either way, i'm lovin' life! Great truck!

won't be covered, sorry. welcome to the site!

OBXTucker · 05-09-2008, 09:14 PM

Life could be worse I suppose!!

I did get an AWESOME deal though:
2005 4x4 DC, 74k miles, SR5, new tires.....$14k !!!

MotoXFreeStyle61 · 05-12-2008, 06:40 PM

Just got my truck back today with the TSB done. I have to say that there is a huge noticeable difference. I highly recommend this to be done. It's really worth the time away from your baby. Thanks to Mitch over at my local dealer.

kaszeta · 05-13-2008, 06:53 AM

Yup, tomorrow is my rear leaf TSB day...

MotoXFreeStyle61 · 05-13-2008, 07:45 AM

This is the first time I have had new shocks put on any vehicle of mine. Has anyone noticed any squeaky noises coming from the new shocks? I noticed mine kind of make a noise when it rebounds from a bump. I tried to reproduce the noise by pushing down on my bull bar repeatedly but I couldn't get them to make the noise. I may not have been pushing hard enough. I'm not too knowledgeable on new shocks, they may just have to loosen up a bit. We'll wait and see I guess.

RememberMorrison · 05-13-2008, 08:26 AM

Is 2008 covered under this? I looked under my truck and I have the whimpy 3 leaf.

I called the 1 800 Toyota number and they didn't care.

MotoXFreeStyle61 · 05-13-2008, 08:47 AM

I know that some people have managed to get their 2008 done. As of right now there is no TSB out for the 2008 (although i am sure there will be one soon). It's more up to the dealer that you go to on whether they are willing to do it. Some are more willing than others.

dbatt · 05-15-2008, 07:29 PM

I went for an oil change and a rattle in the dash the Toyota rep. called me the next day to say your truck is ready and by the way we changed out your leaf springs. I didn't even mention it to him when I dropped the truck off they just did it and fixed the rattle very nice Universal toyota san Antonio

kaszeta · 05-15-2008, 07:34 PM

The plus side is that I have my Tacoma back with the leaf spring upgrade, and it's a noticeable improvement in the ride.

The down side is that it took my dealer two days to do it...

kaszeta · 05-15-2008, 08:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RememberMorrison

Is 2008 covered under this? I looked under my truck and I have the whimpy 3 leaf.

As do all three of my coworkers that got new Tacos after trading in their rusted older Tacos[1]. One of them is going to try his luck at the local dealer.

[1] Want to see what 100s of older Tacos lined up in a field looks like? White River Toyota has several hundred from the tradein.

06BLUEDBLSPORT · 05-15-2008, 08:40 PM

can you say to the customer care people that you bottomed out even if you didnt?

jayster · 05-15-2008, 09:20 PM

They would be able to tell because the rubber bumpers on the frame would indicate that. Your best bet...load your truck up some of the biggest guys you know in the cab. Then drive down a road that is uneven, or crawl over a curb. Mine truly did bottom out on a dirt road with five people in it. It was like somebody was banging a rubber mallet under the bed.

06BLUEDBLSPORT · 05-15-2008, 09:43 PM

oh okay, what about jumping on the bed with a some people, and do we have to call the customer care, or just go to the dealership because my dealership has a guy specifically asigned to my truck when i need something to get taken care on it plus that guy has a new tacoma so id think hed understand. what do you think

jayster · 05-15-2008, 09:53 PM

I went to the Toyota Dealership for an oil change. I brought up the fact that my truck was making banging noises in the back. I told them that the truck was bottoming out. I told them the rubber cushions had indications of this. I asked them if they had heard any problems related to rough/harsh/bumpy/or noisy rides from the back of the truck. I asked them if they had any Service bulletins, memos, or tech specs, because Toyota is really good at keeping up with their product. I also put a compressor in the truck from the Tractor Supply Company, 300+ lbs. I described the ride as mushy, and rolling and maybe unsafe. I asked them to look into this because it was my honest opinion that either the springs were weak, or the shocks were blown. I wasn't confrontational I just spoke matter of factly, and told them I was going to research the information when I had the time.

Homer J · 05-16-2008, 05:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RememberMorrison

Is 2008 covered under this? I looked under my truck and I have the whimpy 3 leaf.

I called the 1 800 Toyota number and they didn't care.

I got my 08 done a few weeks ago and it only has 1800 miles on it!

jayster · 05-16-2008, 11:35 PM

I never did call the Toyota Experience line...Mine is a 2008. If you look on the top of your leaf springs...there will be white numbers on the backs of them. Download the TSB information. See if these parts are the same as yours.

chris4x4 · 05-17-2008, 06:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dbatt

I went for an oil change and a rattle in the dash the Toyota rep. called me the next day to say your truck is ready and by the way we changed out your leaf springs. I didn't even mention it to him when I dropped the truck off they just did it and fixed the rattle very nice Universal toyota san Antonio

What did they say was causing the rattle in your dash? I have one, and cant seem to locate the source.

05TacoTRD · 05-17-2008, 01:11 PM

5 months after the TSB. RAKE

trd4us · 05-17-2008, 01:49 PM

will they do it if you have lift blocks?

05-15-2008, 07:29 PM	#229
dbatt Junior Member Joined: Jun 2007, #1919 Location: tx Posts: 28 TRD 2wheel drive double cab 2007 Double Cab Automatic v6 nerf bars, window vents, bug guard.	Universal Toyota I went for an oil change and a rattle in the dash the Toyota rep. called me the next day to say your truck is ready and by the way we changed out your leaf springs. I didn't even mention it to him when I dropped the truck off they just did it and fixed the rattle very nice Universal toyota san Antonio

05-17-2008, 01:11 PM	#239
05TacoTRD Why So Serious? Joined: Feb 2008, #4570 Location: Jacksonville Florida Age: 17 Gender: Dude Posts: 2,703 '05 Prerunner V6 TRD Off Road 2005 Access Cab Automatic 1GR-FE 265/75/16 BFG A/T, All Weather Mats, Sirius Radio, Bullbar/skidplate, Handheld CB, Rear Leaf Spring TSB, Tailgate TSB, Front+Rear Mudflap Delete, Hose Clamp DIY, Secondary Air Filter Removal DIY, Dented skid plate, 100W Off Road Lights on bull bar, 2FT CB Antenna	5 months after the TSB. RAKE __________________ Alex - Myspace - My Build Thread - Taco Lift FAQ

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05-09-2008, 07:55 PM	#221
OBXTucker Junior Member Joined: May 2008, #6514 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 24 2005 DC SR5 4x4 2005 Double Cab Automatic	Just picked up a '05 yesterday. My first taco! Doing a little searching around the forums and noticed this thread.... I have the 3 leaf springs, but am out of warranty (70k miles). Any thoughts on whether they'll cover it or not? Either way, i'm lovin' life! Great truck!

05-09-2008, 09:14 PM	#223
OBXTucker Junior Member Joined: May 2008, #6514 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 24 2005 DC SR5 4x4 2005 Double Cab Automatic	Life could be worse I suppose!! I did get an AWESOME deal though: 2005 4x4 DC, 74k miles, SR5, new tires.....$14k !!!

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MotoXFreeStyle61 Anti-Rep Guy. Give me red Squares! Joined: May 2007, #1616 Location: Lubbock, TX Posts: 585 06 PreRunner SR5 4Cyl, Access Cab, 5 2006 Access Cab Manual 2.7L 4Cyl Black Head Light Mod, Tacoma All Weather Mats, ScanGauge II, Tonnaeu Bed Cover, 40% Tint, Added Fog Lights, 600W x 1 Alpine MRP-M650 Amp, Alpine 10" Type-R SWR-1022D Sub, Secondary Air Filter Removed, Day Time Running Lights, K&N Drop In Air Filter (oiled), Westin Bullbar (Black Powder), Alpine IVA-W505 w/Nav, JL Audio 6.5" Front Speakers, Toyota SR5 Seat Covers, 2.5" Toytec Spacer	Just got my truck back today with the TSB done. I have to say that there is a huge noticeable difference. I highly recommend this to be done. It's really worth the time away from your baby. Thanks to Mitch over at my local dealer.

05-13-2008, 06:53 AM	#225
kaszeta Member Joined: Apr 2007, #1225 Location: Grantham, NH Posts: 31	Yup, tomorrow is my rear leaf TSB day...

05-13-2008, 07:45 AM	#226
MotoXFreeStyle61 Anti-Rep Guy. Give me red Squares! Joined: May 2007, #1616 Location: Lubbock, TX Posts: 585 06 PreRunner SR5 4Cyl, Access Cab, 5 2006 Access Cab Manual 2.7L 4Cyl Black Head Light Mod, Tacoma All Weather Mats, ScanGauge II, Tonnaeu Bed Cover, 40% Tint, Added Fog Lights, 600W x 1 Alpine MRP-M650 Amp, Alpine 10" Type-R SWR-1022D Sub, Secondary Air Filter Removed, Day Time Running Lights, K&N Drop In Air Filter (oiled), Westin Bullbar (Black Powder), Alpine IVA-W505 w/Nav, JL Audio 6.5" Front Speakers, Toyota SR5 Seat Covers, 2.5" Toytec Spacer	This is the first time I have had new shocks put on any vehicle of mine. Has anyone noticed any squeaky noises coming from the new shocks? I noticed mine kind of make a noise when it rebounds from a bump. I tried to reproduce the noise by pushing down on my bull bar repeatedly but I couldn't get them to make the noise. I may not have been pushing hard enough. I'm not too knowledgeable on new shocks, they may just have to loosen up a bit. We'll wait and see I guess.

05-13-2008, 08:26 AM	#227
RememberMorrison Yeah, I'm that Guy Joined: May 2008, #6525 Location: Auburn Univeristy Posts: 71 08 Silver DC SB TRD OR TOW PKG 2008 Double Cab Automatic V6 4.0L DOHC 4V	Is 2008 covered under this? I looked under my truck and I have the whimpy 3 leaf. I called the 1 800 Toyota number and they didn't care.

05-13-2008, 08:47 AM	#228
MotoXFreeStyle61 Anti-Rep Guy. Give me red Squares! Joined: May 2007, #1616 Location: Lubbock, TX Posts: 585 06 PreRunner SR5 4Cyl, Access Cab, 5 2006 Access Cab Manual 2.7L 4Cyl Black Head Light Mod, Tacoma All Weather Mats, ScanGauge II, Tonnaeu Bed Cover, 40% Tint, Added Fog Lights, 600W x 1 Alpine MRP-M650 Amp, Alpine 10" Type-R SWR-1022D Sub, Secondary Air Filter Removed, Day Time Running Lights, K&N Drop In Air Filter (oiled), Westin Bullbar (Black Powder), Alpine IVA-W505 w/Nav, JL Audio 6.5" Front Speakers, Toyota SR5 Seat Covers, 2.5" Toytec Spacer	I know that some people have managed to get their 2008 done. As of right now there is no TSB out for the 2008 (although i am sure there will be one soon). It's more up to the dealer that you go to on whether they are willing to do it. Some are more willing than others.

05-15-2008, 07:34 PM	#230
kaszeta Member Joined: Apr 2007, #1225 Location: Grantham, NH Posts: 31	The plus side is that I have my Tacoma back with the leaf spring upgrade, and it's a noticeable improvement in the ride. The down side is that it took my dealer two days to do it...

05-15-2008, 08:40 PM	#232
06BLUEDBLSPORT BLUE Joined: Apr 2008, #6140 Location: Atlanta Georgia Gender: Dude Posts: 519 06 Prerunner TRD Sport double cab 2006 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L Billet Grill, Bullbar, HQ driving lights, Borla Catback exhaust kit, side step tubes, K&N cold air intake 77 series system, Alpine radio with ipod hook up, Weathertec floor liners, BFGoodrich All Terrain Tires, Foglight Mod, Wet Okoles	can you say to the customer care people that you bottomed out even if you didnt?

05-15-2008, 09:20 PM	#233
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05-15-2008, 09:43 PM	#234
06BLUEDBLSPORT BLUE Joined: Apr 2008, #6140 Location: Atlanta Georgia Gender: Dude Posts: 519 06 Prerunner TRD Sport double cab 2006 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L Billet Grill, Bullbar, HQ driving lights, Borla Catback exhaust kit, side step tubes, K&N cold air intake 77 series system, Alpine radio with ipod hook up, Weathertec floor liners, BFGoodrich All Terrain Tires, Foglight Mod, Wet Okoles	oh okay, what about jumping on the bed with a some people, and do we have to call the customer care, or just go to the dealership because my dealership has a guy specifically asigned to my truck when i need something to get taken care on it plus that guy has a new tacoma so id think hed understand. what do you think

05-15-2008, 09:53 PM	#235
jayster Junior Member Joined: Dec 2007, #3781 Location: Sacramento Valley, California Posts: 13 2008 Tacoma SR5 TRD 4X4 2008 Double Cab Automatic 4.0 V6 TOYOTA HOOD PROTECTOR, SIDE WINDOW VAS SHADES, TOYOTA TOOL BOX, OKOLE' SEAT COVERS, TSB Conversion	I went to the Toyota Dealership for an oil change. I brought up the fact that my truck was making banging noises in the back. I told them that the truck was bottoming out. I told them the rubber cushions had indications of this. I asked them if they had heard any problems related to rough/harsh/bumpy/or noisy rides from the back of the truck. I asked them if they had any Service bulletins, memos, or tech specs, because Toyota is really good at keeping up with their product. I also put a compressor in the truck from the Tractor Supply Company, 300+ lbs. I described the ride as mushy, and rolling and maybe unsafe. I asked them to look into this because it was my honest opinion that either the springs were weak, or the shocks were blown. I wasn't confrontational I just spoke matter of factly, and told them I was going to research the information when I had the time.

05-16-2008, 11:35 PM	#237
jayster Junior Member Joined: Dec 2007, #3781 Location: Sacramento Valley, California Posts: 13 2008 Tacoma SR5 TRD 4X4 2008 Double Cab Automatic 4.0 V6 TOYOTA HOOD PROTECTOR, SIDE WINDOW VAS SHADES, TOYOTA TOOL BOX, OKOLE' SEAT COVERS, TSB Conversion	I never did call the Toyota Experience line...Mine is a 2008. If you look on the top of your leaf springs...there will be white numbers on the backs of them. Download the TSB information. See if these parts are the same as yours.

05-17-2008, 01:49 PM	#240
trd4us Junior Member Joined: May 2008, #6528 Location: va Posts: 29 08 trd and 2009 reg cab 2008 Double Cab Automatic 4.0 and 2.7 08 trd, daystar leveling kit, k&n fipk, 285/75/16 pro comp x terrains, spidertrax wheel spacers, flowmaster 40 series exhuast.the 2009 is stock only 130 miles	will they do it if you have lift blocks?