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misaligned rear bumper

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by rikki, Jan 30, 2016.

  1. Jan 30, 2016 at 8:34 PM
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    rikki

    rikki [OP] Member

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    Just got home and noticed that my rear bumper sits out an extra 1/2 inch on the drivers side, has anyone else noticed this on their trucks? You can tell when you look at the gap directly under the tail lights. Its a brand new truck and has never been hit.
     
  2. Jan 30, 2016 at 8:34 PM
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    CaptAmerica

    CaptAmerica Asphalt Avenger! TTC#13

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    Pics please.

    Welcome to TW.
     
  3. Jan 30, 2016 at 8:37 PM
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    I will post pics tomorrow.
     
  4. Jan 31, 2016 at 4:36 AM
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    splitbolt

    splitbolt Voodoo Witch Doctor

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    Are you sure it's the bumper that's goofed? Another member had his bed misaligned...
     
  5. Jan 31, 2016 at 4:57 AM
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    jwctaco

    jwctaco Retired, going slow in the fast lane

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    i have a new 15, my bed was misaligned. i loosened the bed bolts, moved it to look better, its not perfect but darn close. retorqued, done.
     
  6. Jan 31, 2016 at 9:43 AM
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    image.jpg image.jpg Is this normal? It's about a 3/8 of an inch difference.
     
  7. Jan 31, 2016 at 9:59 AM
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    MannyS

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    Minor adjustment by shifting the bumper mounting brackets within the adjustment holes. Should take your dealer <1 hour to complete the work on your Limited.
     
  8. Jan 31, 2016 at 10:00 AM
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    What he said.

    :thumbsup:
     
  9. Jan 31, 2016 at 10:01 AM
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    Thanks, I'll do that.
     

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