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TSB: Leaf Springs or Shocks?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by hwork50, Apr 17, 2009.

  1. Apr 17, 2009 at 10:47 AM
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    hwork50

    hwork50 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    So Toyota decided to give me 750- towards fixing my TSB issue. My truck is out of warranty and would like to know what you think I should do based on this.

    -Shocks?

    -Leaf Springs?

    -Anything Else?
     
  2. Apr 17, 2009 at 10:48 AM
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    tacoskim

    tacoskim Tuned By Gadget

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    750 u might be able to get a new leaf pack and shocks
     
  3. Apr 17, 2009 at 10:50 AM
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    raskal311

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    5100 set to max, pending LSD and TRD CAI
    The invoice for my TSB fix came out to be close to $2000k so you'll have to still cover well over a $1000. Do you really need this upgrade?
     
  4. Apr 17, 2009 at 11:05 AM
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    hwork50

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    I would really like the leaf springs and maybe do the 5100's later.

    BP
     
  5. Apr 17, 2009 at 11:06 AM
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    TacoTycoon

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    I would just get an AAL and then 5100s all the way around and still have money left over
     
  6. Apr 17, 2009 at 11:07 AM
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    +1
     
  7. Apr 17, 2009 at 11:17 AM
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    Hotdog

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    I'd probably go for the springs.
     
  8. Apr 17, 2009 at 11:20 AM
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    JM76

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    how did you get money for the tsb vs toyota fixing it? do tell:gossip:
     
  9. Apr 17, 2009 at 11:21 AM
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    I think he isn't getting cash, he's probably getting $750 off the TSB work from the dealership.
     
  10. Apr 17, 2009 at 12:05 PM
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    I have to get the work done at the dealership and I get reimbursed from the work that gets done. I have to get either leafs, shocks or springs I think. Whatever comes with the TSB. So I get to pick what I want.

    Brent
     
  11. Apr 17, 2009 at 3:31 PM
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    Brunes

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    I'm sure you can get a while decent set up with 750-Find a good shop and get them to price you out 5100s with the needed parts.
     
  12. Apr 17, 2009 at 10:12 PM
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    Here is how it is supposed to go down:

    1. I get an approved order from the dealership
    2. I pay with my credit card
    3. They reimburse me

    I can only get stuff related to this TSB

    any thoughts on what would be best.

    Brent
     
  13. Apr 17, 2009 at 11:33 PM
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    Evil Monkey

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    What are the costs of each option? If you're going to get the 5100s eventually, I'd probably go for the leaf springs.
     
  14. Apr 18, 2009 at 4:13 AM
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    Yeah...I agree..If it's gotta be the TSB parts...Get the leafs

    Then, hang on to them until you are ready to install the 5100's. Not having the dealership install them will save you a few bucks.
     

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