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]

 

yes. here it is

 

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

 

because they know they have you by the balls.

 

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.

 

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

 

no kidding

 

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

 

http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/2nd-gen-tacomas/7107-tsb-list-2005-2008-toyota-tacoma.html

if u have 4 leafs in the back, then its been done