Got the leaf Spring TSB. Here are some pics !

does the rattle happen when u are sitting still in neautral?

 

Can anyone tell me what the ride height is (or suppose to be) over the rear wheels on a double cab longbed 4X4 longbed. I feel like the ass end of my truck has dropped since I have haulled some heavy loads lately.

 

i have an 05 do i need to check into this as well???

 

i have an 05 and i only had 3 leafs. i got the skyjacker suspension lift Part Number TC530STK and that gave me 4 leafs and a level ride, plus i added 285/75/16 tires with minor shavin of the fender well .

 

Discovered the TSB yesterday. My 07 Dcab bottoms frequently. I've got shiny spots were the bump stops hit. I'm at 18 months and 42K miles, but see in the posts that many have succeeded in getting it done when past 3yr/36K. Got an appt tomorrow and have contacted toy c/s via email, but have not got a response yet. We'll see what happens.

Added pic of shinny spots.

 

As long as your warranty has not run out, you should be OK to get this installed. Some dealerships are real stickler about the warranty while some are just happy to get the work done. Somw will insist on you to demonstrate that the truck has bottomed out while some will not care....

So pick and choose wisely... See the post in the front (sticky) on the dealershipd who have performed this TSB for the one near you....

Also, GET the TSB printour before you go...

Good luck.

PS: My ride since the TSB has been just incredible. Rock solid and I am almost inclined to say that the ride is better than my wife's 2006 Acura TL.

 

Lucky is me. Took truck to dealership with harsh-ride concern. They quickly identified that I was over 36K. I politelty noted that I had been loyal to Toyota by purchasing 6 new Toyotas in the past 10 years, and requested a "Goodwill" warranty claim for the TSB fix. They honored it. I got 4 TRD shocks, 4-pack leaves, ubolts and allignment. Install was good the first time, and they knocked it out in 1 day. Ride is exceptional compared to previous setup. Ride height in back is up by at least 1 1/2 inches, but I have not measured the "after" yet. Feels better in cornering, soaks up bumps that used to bounce me all over the road, and feels more solid/tight. I would encourage anyone to get the TSB Suspension fix. Even if you're over the warranty mileage, if you have good history with the dealership, either through service or purchases, and you are polite, yet assertive, your chances are pretty good. I went to Universal in San Antonio, Tx. They are alreay listed in the "Did TSB" thread. If anyopne from Universal is on this thread - Thanks and Good job.

 

Thanks for this great thread. Took my 07 into the dealer to fix the TSB leaf spring. Service center said they might not be able to fix since I am 3k over warranty.

I purchased the taco used 2 weeks ago along with the Platinum extended warranty. Told them I tow a 18' boat, haul firewood and that we might as well fix it now.

After informing the service dept, of the Platinum, they ordered the parts.

Looks like the ext. warranty is already paying off.

Jay

 

That's great man. I love the TSB and I'm glad I went through with it.

 

Springs are suppose to be in next Tuesday. Gonna take some before/after picts. I'll share when finished-

Jay

 

Just got my 08 approved for the TSB. Going in on Wednesday to get it done!

 

ok on all these add a leaf lifts that bring 1.5 " of lift, does that mean with the tsb (4leaves)? does the tsb add lift or not?

 

with the tsb springs, you will have a bit of lift in the rear, but over time, it will settle a bit.

 

hmm so really i need 5 leaves to make it lift a true 1.5 when everything settles?

 

Here are some shots of my before and after. They were wrong about the extended warranty coverage, extended would not cover the TSB ... however, my truck was only 2k over on miles, so they were able to do the TSB as a goodwill.

The new leafs raised the back about 1 1/4". I was lucky and my dealer did my front shocks also. The truck rides so much better, especially when loaded. Huge thanks to Marion Toyota!

Jay

 

yea but what are all these makers of the adda leafs sayin adds 1.5" to? to the prior 3 leaves or after tsb(4leaves) ?

 

needataco-

just sent you a PM

 

I just looked under my truck today, only 3 leafs were found, 2 main, one overload.......going to call the Dealership tomorrow. Great info, as always here at TW. Thanks.