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New Truck should I worry

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by WhiteTacoMan, Aug 2, 2017.

  1. Aug 2, 2017 at 8:47 PM
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    WhiteTacoMan

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    I just bought a new 2017 Tacoma TRD Sport. My brother asked if he can test drive it. I said yes but kindly told him not to revved it too high. He has a heavy foot. So he gets in drives it then going up my street he just gunned it I can hear my engine scream.
    I know about the break in period no high revving until 1000 miles. I only have 156 miles on it should I worry? You guys think he just shortened the life of my engine?
     
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  2. Aug 2, 2017 at 8:48 PM
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    memario1214

    memario1214 Hotshot Offroad Moderator Vendor

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    Its fine
     
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  3. Aug 2, 2017 at 8:49 PM
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    I highly doubt that one instance shortened the engines life span. It's reoccurring instance during the break in period that you should question. In my opinion your fine. Enjoy your new rig!
     
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  4. Aug 2, 2017 at 8:52 PM
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    Toyota4x46921

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    I have a 04 Tacoma......I left the dealership burning damn rubber the day I bought it new.....:burnrubber:.....13 years later.....I still bark the tires.....no worries
     
  5. Aug 2, 2017 at 8:54 PM
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    WhiteTacoMan

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    Thanks guys as I get older the more I worry about the little things. Thanks for reassuring everything will be ok.
     
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  6. Aug 2, 2017 at 8:55 PM
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    Lawfarin

    Lawfarin Who me?

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    Pretty sure you're going to need a new set of piston rings now...
     
  7. Aug 2, 2017 at 8:56 PM
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    Oh leave him alone :p
     
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  8. Aug 2, 2017 at 8:57 PM
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    DustStorm4x4

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    I'd still karate chop your brother in the throat for doing that after you specifically asked him not to.
     
  9. Aug 2, 2017 at 8:58 PM
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    splitbolt

    splitbolt Voodoo Witch Doctor

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    Doesn't everyone do that on the test drive?

    Bubba gets one of these.:smack:
     
  10. Aug 2, 2017 at 9:00 PM
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    Hahaha this thread makes me laugh. I drove mine like I stole it straight from the dealership, just like i do every new car. Never had an issue. Your truck is perfectly fine, but I wouldn't let that brother drive it anymore if he won't respect what you ask him to do.
     
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  11. Aug 2, 2017 at 9:02 PM
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    I would never let him in one of my vehicles again.
     
  12. Aug 2, 2017 at 9:03 PM
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    I just.. no... I'm walking away.
     
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  13. Aug 2, 2017 at 9:04 PM
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    ICU1

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    Toyota says this is normal
     
  14. Aug 2, 2017 at 9:04 PM
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    Don’t even sweat it. I’m sure he Technician that performed the PDI did this for you.
     
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  15. Aug 2, 2017 at 9:15 PM
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    You're probably right on.
     
  16. Aug 2, 2017 at 9:23 PM
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    hoverlover

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    Doesn't everyone punch it on a test drive anyway? It's a Toyota and a Tacoma, it will be alright. Enjoy your new truck!
     
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  17. Aug 2, 2017 at 10:12 PM
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    This ^
     
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  18. Aug 2, 2017 at 10:17 PM
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    JoeCOVA

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    Engines are broken in already. It's mainly a warranty thing.
     
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  19. Aug 3, 2017 at 12:45 AM
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    Thanks guys! I'm so glad I bought a Tacoma not only it's a great truck but so far my experience in this forum has been awesome. There so many great people here this is by far the best forum I have ever joined.
    By the way you guys comments on this thread really made me laugh, I was having a really bad day today and you guys just put a smile on my face.
     
  20. Aug 3, 2017 at 12:57 AM
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    ThatOneTaco

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    I've driven my shit like I stole it since day 1. Haven't burned a drop of oil and I've had no issues.
     

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