leaf springs

my leafs are starting to squeak from the factory. i read something about a TSB? what is that and what does it do?? or should i just buy the lift that i've been wanting, and will that fix it?

 

http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/2nd-gen-tacomas/7158-dealers-who-performed-suspension-tsb.html

The TSB springs can/will squeak too so if your only motivation for obtaining the TSB is squeaking, you're wasting your time.

 

The OP is probably referring to this TSB



You can purchase the silencer pad kit from Toyota or find a spring shop in your area. Any lubrication is temporary so if you're like me that is not an acceptable solution. I paid $59 to have my Tahoe done.

 

Ah yes, he sure is. Actually, it's a good thing you posted that. Mine squeak too.

 

my other question is will getting a lift kit that has an add a leaf help some of my problem? along with "silencer pads"

 

AAL won't fix the squeak but the silencer pads will or should.

 

ok thank you!! one other thing.. how do AAL's add 2.5 inches of lift when they aren't even an inch thick

 

they're arched slightly more than your leafs so when installed they give lift

 

I just bought the kit from my local dealer for $21.51 and it lists the repair time as ".7" or about 45 minutes. So $59.00 sounds like a pretty good deal! If you do decided to buy the kit yourself, make sure you have the TSB handy; i needed the TSB #, the part # and other info as well.

 

I'm getting that gnarly squeak after lifting the truck. I'm sure the warranty is void, but does anyone know if Toyota can still install the sliencer pads or do I need to go to an aftermarket place???

 

I actually have the same problem after installing a 3'' lift. I noticed that the add a leaf kinda shifted while off roading, so im going to put on some spring clamps, and tighten everything down real good to see if it gets rid of the squeeking. Ill keep you posted.

 

Ok cool let me know, thanks

 

just use grease and or rustproofing...