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Polyurethane Radiator Support Mounts (Cab Also)

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by 12TRDTacoma, Feb 1, 2015.

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  1. Dec 30, 2015 at 7:48 AM
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    Looks like I'll be switching them out this afternoon... Thanks Roberto.
     
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  2. Dec 30, 2015 at 8:11 AM
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    I just wedged a big pry bar in and lifted the radiator core
     
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  3. Dec 30, 2015 at 8:35 AM
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    what are you guys torquing these to?
     
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  4. Dec 30, 2015 at 8:43 AM
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    Thanks for the heads up.
     
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  5. Dec 30, 2015 at 9:30 AM
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    Remove the bolts from both sides to allow for the most movement, from there take a big prybar and wedge it between the frame and the radiator support crossbar. I had to pry pretty hard, but eventually I was able to get them in. You may possibly remove some paint in the process, so have some touch up ready if that sort of thing bothers you.

    All done.

    No problem :thumbsup:

    Jay's reply is spot on. :)

    Doesn't really matter, just make sure it's nice and tight. I used my 18V cordless impact to tighten them. The thing torques up to 118 ft. lbs. just to give you an idea.

    No problem! :thumbsup:
     
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  6. Dec 30, 2015 at 9:39 AM
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    @12TRDTacoma Rather than prying between the frame and the support, is this method recommended after removing both bolts?
     
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  7. Dec 30, 2015 at 9:42 AM
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    You can do that too. If you put the bottlejack between your wheel and fenderwheel and lift after removing both of the bolts that should allow you enough to lift the support up and slide the bushings in as well. The prybar was just the quickest and easiest method for me at the time because I don't have a floorjack available when I work on the truck here at home.
     
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  8. Dec 30, 2015 at 9:51 AM
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  9. Dec 30, 2015 at 9:59 AM
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    That's right Jay @tyfoon11 ... Guttentight

    :D
     
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  10. Dec 30, 2015 at 12:06 PM
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  11. Dec 30, 2015 at 12:07 PM
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    :rolleyes:

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    I tried the install today. Removed both bolts but could not get the support to move.

    Having done DIY work on my vehicles for over 40 years I am not even feeling like using a pry bar on folded sheet metal. May try the floor jack next time.

    I did do a brake flush later so didn't feel too bad at the failure.
     
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  13. Dec 30, 2015 at 6:18 PM
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    I just ordered 8.4109 and 9.4101, I ordered direct and they didn't have the G at the end.

    Can't wait to do them all!
     
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    If you want to do them and want some help you are always welcome to swing on by my "crib" so we can install them. Lol. It'sthe least I can do for you after helping me out with the battery relocate wiring man. :)
     
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  15. Dec 31, 2015 at 9:44 PM
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    Roberto - Got the bushings installed today with expert guidance from @tyfoon11 . Thick on top with washer. Floor jack with a chunk of unistrut for lifting the radiator support worked like a champ. Thanks for starting this thread.
     
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    There's more than one way to skin a cat right?! I'm glad it worked out for you Jay. Great job. I'm just here to help. :)
     
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    Couple of observations post installation.
    1. Truck feels way more solid going down the road and the pothole shudder in the cab is gone.
    2. Steering feels like there is less play in it, perhaps placebo effect?
    3. Before this the truck was level, taco lean having been corrected through coilover adjustment. Now it is 1/4" higher on the driver side. That is easily corrected by installing my fat ass in the drivers seat.
    Excellent result.
     
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    Attaboy fat ass. :D

    In retrospect it is always better to install these before you adjust the coilovers. By the time you adjust them with the bushings in you will have no issues. Of course you could always do what I did from the get go and just adjust each side the same, so by the time you throw on the bushings you will not have a "reverse Taco Lean" going on.

    I'm glad you like them man!
     
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  19. Jan 2, 2016 at 3:39 PM
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  20. Jan 3, 2016 at 2:31 PM
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    Large on top.
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