Don't ever go to Lakeside Toyota!

lsocoee · 07-16-2008, 02:23 PM

As some of you may be aware of my issues with the suspension TSB, I have not had much luck with Lakeside Toyota. Here's the synopsis:

Visit 1: They replaced the original equipment with new versions of the original equipment.
Visit 2: Replaced proper equipment.
Visit 3: Replaced front pair of tires because after 6 months of driving, the tires were worn out because they never did the required alignment.

[rant]

As I received the vehicle, I noticed the rims were dirtier now than when I brought them in. There was also a lot of lube on the rim from when they pushed the tire on. I wasn't going to completely wipe down the rim to check for scratches because I figured they could handle it.

Well, now my rims are clean and I can see they left a skinny 4" long scratch from the tool they used to remove or install the tires. This is the part of the rim that sits up right next to the tire. The only person that would ever notice it would be an anal retentive owner as he was cleaning his wheels.

So I called up Lakeside just to chew their ass out. There is no way I would let them touch my truck again. Each time I bring it in, they're probably tagging it somewhere.

I just called up the 800 number and informed them that I will never be going there again and the ideal result is going to be a new rim. The guy there was very accommodating and asked me to get the price of a replacement and he was going to get back with me on Friday.

Any guesses on the rim price?

$517.88 plus tax!

If I had scratched it, I would probably only pay $10 to undo that scratch, but the fact that Lakeside Toyota has screwed up, yet again, I want to stick it to them. [/rant]

missileman125fw · 07-16-2008, 02:26 PM

That much money for a wheel? Don't you have a standard Tacoma Wheel?

lsocoee · 07-16-2008, 02:29 PM

yes. here it is

lsocoee · 07-16-2008, 02:38 PM

For the folks who don't know, I can go get some decent aftermarket rims for $175 ea.

longbow · 07-16-2008, 02:39 PM

My heart goes out to you on this one, I fell bad enough when I do something dumb to my truck but when it is cause by someone else, especially at a dealership

. I fully understand why you are pissed, I wouldn't let it go until you are fully satisfied and get what you want.

As for the wheel

what a price!!! To bad you are not close, I would sell you 4, they are coming off this Friday when my lift is installed.

A quick question, why is it they can charge that much for that wheel, but I was told if I sell my wheels w/tires they are only $100 each?

lsocoee · 07-16-2008, 02:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by longbow

A quick question, why is it they can charge that much for that wheel, but I was told if I sell my wheels w/tires they are only $100 each?

because they know they have you by the balls.

mcdufws · 07-16-2008, 02:55 PM

I'm getting the TSB suspension next week when they get the parts in.
How will I know that they aren't not just putting new version of the original shocks back on it?

lsocoee · 07-16-2008, 02:57 PM

the new shocks will be yellow and blue and the springs will have 4 leafs instead of 3. I'd be more worried about the alignment. Make sure to get the alignment report before you leave. If they say it isn't necessary, tell them that they will be replacing your front tires in 6 months if they don't.

lsocoee · 07-16-2008, 02:57 PM

I can't stress enough though, don't go to those idiots.

nd · 07-16-2008, 03:04 PM

those rims should only be $225 a piece new

lsocoee · 07-16-2008, 03:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nd

those rims should only be $225 a piece new

no kidding

eordonez · 07-16-2008, 03:13 PM

Feel your pain man, the dealership is the place that is supposed to take the best care of your truck, but some of them are managed by a-holes

lsocoee · 07-16-2008, 03:17 PM

yeah, that's what I USED to think. Another dealership may repeal my general opinion of dealerships, but it isn't looking good.

eordonez · 07-16-2008, 03:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lsocoee

yeah, that's what I USED to think. Another dealership may repeal my general opinion of dealerships, but it isn't looking good.

I have realized that some people on this site know more about this trucks then the "professionals" taking care of them at the dealerships, you ask them questions about TSB's and they dont know shit

concrete jedi · 07-16-2008, 03:44 PM

Those rims are not worth $500.00 + dollars, I have the same and opt for the steel. Sorry you have to deal with a rank dealer, my up here is cool. Good luck.

sprouse70726 · 07-17-2008, 04:51 AM

Thanks for the heads up. Sorry to hear they did that to you.

wiscdave · 07-17-2008, 05:27 AM

Sound like a bunch of ass clowns! Glad their taking care of you though.

How close is the other stealership?

pittim · 07-17-2008, 10:27 AM

$518. Thats BBS territory.

StompinStu · 07-21-2008, 07:39 PM

I just bought my Taco. What is this TSB you speak of? How can I tell if it was already performed on my '06? I bought it used.

Is there a list of all TSB's?

07-16-2008, 02:23 PM	#1
lsocoee Why am I always the little spoon? Joined: Feb 2007, #872 Location: Metairie, LA Gender: Dude Posts: 6,695 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	Don't ever go to Lakeside Toyota! As some of you may be aware of my issues with the suspension TSB, I have not had much luck with Lakeside Toyota. Here's the synopsis: Visit 1: They replaced the original equipment with new versions of the original equipment. Visit 2: Replaced proper equipment. Visit 3: Replaced front pair of tires because after 6 months of driving, the tires were worn out because they never did the required alignment. [rant]As I received the vehicle, I noticed the rims were dirtier now than when I brought them in. There was also a lot of lube on the rim from when they pushed the tire on. I wasn't going to completely wipe down the rim to check for scratches because I figured they could handle it. Well, now my rims are clean and I can see they left a skinny 4" long scratch from the tool they used to remove or install the tires. This is the part of the rim that sits up right next to the tire. The only person that would ever notice it would be an anal retentive owner as he was cleaning his wheels. So I called up Lakeside just to chew their ass out. There is no way I would let them touch my truck again. Each time I bring it in, they're probably tagging it somewhere. I just called up the 800 number and informed them that I will never be going there again and the ideal result is going to be a new rim. The guy there was very accommodating and asked me to get the price of a replacement and he was going to get back with me on Friday. Any guesses on the rim price? $517.88 plus tax! If I had scratched it, I would probably only pay $10 to undo that scratch, but the fact that Lakeside Toyota has screwed up, yet again, I want to stick it to them. [/rant] __________________ Tacoma World: One big happily dysfunctional family.

07-16-2008, 02:26 PM	#2
missileman125fw Opus lives Joined: Dec 2007, #3912 Location: Lake Asbury, Florida about 12 miles south of Jacksonville Age: 46 Gender: Dude Posts: 4,457 07 Impulse Red Pearl Doublecab X-SP 2007 Double Cab Automatic X-SP package of carbon fiber dash, Enkei 20" wheels, Stainless Steel running boards, Borla exhaust, Chrome valve caps, Weathertech Floorliners. AutoventShade Chrome Bug Shield and In-Channel VentVisors	That much money for a wheel? Don't you have a standard Tacoma Wheel? __________________ QF-4 Phantom Demo Team Missileman thread (NSFW)

07-16-2008, 02:29 PM	#3
lsocoee Why am I always the little spoon? Joined: Feb 2007, #872 Location: Metairie, LA Gender: Dude Posts: 6,695 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	yes. here it is __________________ Tacoma World: One big happily dysfunctional family.

07-16-2008, 02:38 PM	#4
lsocoee Why am I always the little spoon? Joined: Feb 2007, #872 Location: Metairie, LA Gender: Dude Posts: 6,695 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	For the folks who don't know, I can go get some decent aftermarket rims for $175 ea. __________________ Tacoma World: One big happily dysfunctional family.

07-16-2008, 02:39 PM	#5
longbow Are you breathing..... Joined: Jun 2008, #7586 Location: Indiana Gender: Male Posts: 1,363 05 Tacoma Silver Mica TRD 4 Door 2005 Double Cab Automatic 6 squirrels and a pissed cat Toy-tec lift, Total Chaos UCA's, Moto metal wheels, BFG mudterrians, HID, custom 4 piece grill, Undercover cover, Highlift jack w/custom mount, bed matt, de-badged 90% custom TRD sticker from sockmonkey, storage box lock mod, foglight on anytime mod, using defrost w/o AC mod, short antenna mod, horn re-locate.	My heart goes out to you on this one, I fell bad enough when I do something dumb to my truck but when it is cause by someone else, especially at a dealership . I fully understand why you are pissed, I wouldn't let it go until you are fully satisfied and get what you want. As for the wheel what a price!!! To bad you are not close, I would sell you 4, they are coming off this Friday when my lift is installed. A quick question, why is it they can charge that much for that wheel, but I was told if I sell my wheels w/tires they are only $100 each? __________________ "Never lay down, Never say die, Never tap out"

07-16-2008, 02:55 PM	#7
mcdufws Member Joined: Jul 2008, #7805 Location: louisiana Gender: Male Posts: 34 07 Tacoma 4x4 SR5 2007 Double Cab Automatic 4.0 V6 two tone seat covers, Husky liners, 20% tint front windows, bilstein 5100's front, 18x9 XD monsters w/ 275/65 toyo A/T's, black badges, in channel visors, black bull bar w/ hella 500's. Head ache rack, sliders, grill mod and light mods to come...	tsb suspension I'm getting the TSB suspension next week when they get the parts in. How will I know that they aren't not just putting new version of the original shocks back on it?

07-16-2008, 02:57 PM	#8
lsocoee Why am I always the little spoon? Joined: Feb 2007, #872 Location: Metairie, LA Gender: Dude Posts: 6,695 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	the new shocks will be yellow and blue and the springs will have 4 leafs instead of 3. I'd be more worried about the alignment. Make sure to get the alignment report before you leave. If they say it isn't necessary, tell them that they will be replacing your front tires in 6 months if they don't. __________________ Tacoma World: One big happily dysfunctional family.

07-16-2008, 03:04 PM	#10
nd AKA: "The Velour Fog" Joined: Mar 2007, #1047 Location: Greenville, SC Age: 27 Gender: Guy Posts: 7,585 07 TRD Off-Road 4x4 debadged 2007 Double Cab Automatic V6 De badged, 5100's, Black Toyota Baja wheels	those rims should only be $225 a piece new __________________ When life gives you lemons, just say 'Fuck the lemons,' and bail.

07-16-2008, 03:13 PM	#12
eordonez TW Mid-Shift: The Architect Joined: Mar 2008, #5340 Location: Chihuahua, Mexico Age: 27 Gender: Dude Posts: 5,517 TRD Sport Dcab 4x2 Black Sand Pearl 2008 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L OEM All Weather Mats, wheel locks, Toyota Silver Tube steps.....	Feel your pain man, the dealership is the place that is supposed to take the best care of your truck, but some of them are managed by a-holes

07-16-2008, 03:17 PM	#13
lsocoee Why am I always the little spoon? Joined: Feb 2007, #872 Location: Metairie, LA Gender: Dude Posts: 6,695 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	yeah, that's what I USED to think. Another dealership may repeal my general opinion of dealerships, but it isn't looking good. __________________ Tacoma World: One big happily dysfunctional family.

07-16-2008, 03:44 PM	#15
concrete jedi Senior Member Joined: Oct 2007, #3142 Location: Rochester N.Y Age: 43 Posts: 2,679 06 Tacoma 4 door indigo blue 2006 Double Cab Manual V-6 4.0 liter Broken and scratched tailgate, cracked rear tail light lens, coffee stain in driver seat.	Those rims are not worth $500.00 + dollars, I have the same and opt for the steel. Sorry you have to deal with a rank dealer, my up here is cool. Good luck.

07-17-2008, 04:51 AM	#16
sprouse70726 Junior Member Joined: May 2008, #6541 Location: Walker, LA Posts: 28 08 TRD Sport DC Silver PreRunner V6 2008 Double Cab Automatic	Thanks for the heads up. Sorry to hear they did that to you.

07-17-2008, 05:27 AM	#17
wiscdave Lets Do It!! Joined: Mar 2008, #5392 Location: NE WI Age: 35 Posts: 450 08 44 DC TRD Sport LB 2008 Double Cab Automatic* AFE Stage 2 - with proguard 7 - 2 P3 shallow mount 10s in Supercrew Box - Punch 601s	Sound like a bunch of ass clowns! Glad their taking care of you though. How close is the other stealership?

07-17-2008, 10:27 AM	#18
pittim College. Joined: May 2008, #6939 Location: Pittsburgh/Erie Age: 19 Gender: Guy Posts: 699 03 TRD XCab Manual V6 2003 Access Cab Manual 3.4 V6 Uniden PRO520XL CB, Grey wire	$518. Thats BBS territory. __________________

07-21-2008, 07:39 PM	#19
StompinStu Member Joined: Jul 2008, #7776 Location: Baton Rouge, LA Posts: 33 06 PreRunner Access Cab I4 5 speed 2006 Access Cab Manual	I just bought my Taco. What is this TSB you speak of? How can I tell if it was already performed on my '06? I bought it used. Is there a list of all TSB's?

07-21-2008, 07:41 PM	#20
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