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9yr Ownership report

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Demoncleaner, Dec 23, 2013.

  1. Dec 23, 2013 at 8:48 AM
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    Demoncleaner

    Demoncleaner [OP] Well-Known Member

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    05 Dcab 6spd 4x4 TRD Sport w/Tow
    TRD exhaust Homemade bed mat & bed extender, front Drings, Short clutch throw, Summer: Stock 17's Winter: Blizzaks on 16' black steelies
    Picked up one of the first Gen 2's in the area (2005 Model) 9 yrs ago yesterday. 81,500 miles, only been to dealer once (leaf springs TSB).

    Updates/changes:
    -Running Pennzoil Platinum in the motor, Full syn oil for 6-spd tranny, transfer and front diff.
    -Use 80w-90 Syn blend w/ no fiction modifier in LSD rear diff. Spins both wheels, no chatter.
    -TRD exhaust, sounds good, 8 y/o now, still looks and sounds good.
    -10th winter on Blizzaks tires on 16x7 steelies for Dec to late Mar. almost 30K, time for replace next winter.
    -Stock H/T's were awful in winter, ok for summer. They lasted 30K, replaced w/ Kumho APT KPL51's for 3 season use, shit in winter too.
    -Cut a heavy 5/8" thick horse stall mat for the bed
    -Homemade bed extender, makes 5ft to 6.6ft
    -Added a spacer to shorten clutch pedal travel
    -Added front lower bed D-rings
    -Replaced org battery Feb 2013 (made it 8+ yrs, no complaints). Same Toyota battery for under $100.
    -Undercoat the frame with chainsaw bar oil or Hot oil before winter to minimize frame rust. Messy, but cheap and necessary for a Toyota in snow country.
    -Replaced front discs and pads at 60K. 1 of 4 pistons on both sides was frozen open. One 2 yr'old remanufactered caliper froze partially clamped on wheel this summer, had to replace.

    4x4 system: Several thousand miles in 4hi and use 4lo a couple times a month. No issues.
    Transmission & motor: Motor great. Old tyme copper plugs every 30K. 6spd has been fine. Slight squeak on first couple clutch engagements when cold out.
    Body: Paint is doing well, wax every 4 months. No rust, pleasantly surprised.
    Interior: Only electronic issue is overhead temp/compass went out, I resoldered, but went again. Othewise no electronic issues. Seats, slight wear on the lumbar dial on drivers seats where you slide in. Interior bits holding up well overall.
    Composite bed: holding up great, The tailgate handle tends to get sticky once a year. So un-do the Torx bolts on tailgate and got to lube em'.
    Steering: Have to grease the steering kunckle (above front driver drive shaft) once a year. No grease Zerk, just douse the hell out it. Damn salt.

    MPG: Mostly Rural driving, light city
    -Avg 19 non-winter
    -drops to 16-17 in winter
    -Octane: I use 89. Towing 93. It pings on regular. I'll spend the extra .10 a gallon.

    Issues:
    -Bottoming out with a load and leaf spring squeak, but fixed w/ TSB.
    -Frame rust, got to keep it coated for winter.
    -Weak tailgate, so a plywood plank for weight dist when hauling my enduro moto.
    -The TRD sport 17 rims still bubbled on the edges. But really havent worsened over the years.
    -Very sensitive ABS, not setup well for winter.

    OVerall its a great truck, still looks relatively new. Just got to keep up with treating the frame.
     
    Last edited: Dec 23, 2013
  2. Dec 23, 2013 at 8:51 AM
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    Manwithoutaplan

    Manwithoutaplan the full Monty

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    -Nitro 4.56 gears - Arb Front and Rear lockers. -Rear Swing out bumper Curiosity of ( Dept .94) https://www.facebook.com/Dept94 -Tinted, -ProComp 6 inch lift with Icon Coil overs and Bilstein's 7100Resi -315/70/17 - 17x8 in Pro Comp Matte black rims 4.5 bs -East Coast Gear Supply Sliders -ALL Pro EXP LEaf pack -Camburg UCA's -CAB mount CHOP
  3. Dec 23, 2013 at 8:52 AM
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    Large Red

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    Well put together thread, good job op.
     
  4. Jan 2, 2014 at 9:12 AM
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    Simon's Mom

    Simon's Mom Wag More Bark Less

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    NEK Island Pond VT
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    24 Tundra Trd Sport former 13 TRD OR
    Stock for now
    Demon I am impressed!
    You are still driving that rig & giving great reports!
    Now how about snowmobiling? You still riding?? :D
     
  5. Jan 2, 2014 at 6:18 PM
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    mattygaff

    mattygaff Beat em

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    Does the AAL TSB have to be done while under warranty?
     

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