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Which modern (2010-2022) trucks don't use hollow frame design?

Discussion in 'General Automotive' started by 5efvz, Jul 23, 2022.

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Jul 23, 2022 at 5:24 PM

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I have a first gen Tacoma. I frame is rusted to shit and it feels like a loosing battle, no matter how many repairs I make.

Want to save up for my next truck while this ones eventually dies. Any brands/models I should focus in on?

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Jul 23, 2022 at 5:34 PM

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Every full frame truck frame is hollow or c-channel. Tacoma is about the worst I have seen for frame rust but any truck will rust out if it’s neglected. The key is to find one rust free from the start then it’s pretty easy to keep it that way with a yearly treatment/ prevention plan.

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