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Replacing frames

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Aaronduane, Jul 12, 2020.

  1. Jul 12, 2020 at 9:29 AM
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    Aaronduane

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    Is Toyota still replacing frames? If so could someone point me in the direction I would appreciate this. I’m also new to the Toyota page plus truck and I just wanna see what’s going on with the frame stuff thank you
     
  2. Jul 12, 2020 at 9:32 AM
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    lynyrd3

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    Welcome to TW :hattip: You have 12 years from the day the truck was purchased new for frame replacement.:(
     
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  3. Jul 12, 2020 at 9:50 AM
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    brandon78lusch

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    Welcome! Also, I have no idea. They were replacing them for free at one point, right?
     
  4. Jul 12, 2020 at 10:21 AM
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    Black DOG Lila

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    Welcome to TW Duane
    If you are asking about Toyota replacement frame for your 1999 Taco.
    The warranty on 1st gen Tacomas WAS 15 years from 1st in service date if frame was treated by Toyota.
    Other than buying a used frame the frame fix is up to the owner on 1st gens. 2nd and 3rd gens get 12 years extended frame warranty from date of first use if treated and failed.
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  5. Jul 12, 2020 at 11:35 AM
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    buckhuntin-tacoma

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    Welcome to TW!
     
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  6. Jul 12, 2020 at 1:48 PM
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    Wolftaco0503

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    Please re-title your thread help is used for people that are stuck.
     
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  7. Jul 12, 2020 at 1:53 PM
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    Hobbs

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    Yep…
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    Please edit your thread title to reflect you are seeking technical info. We reserve "HELP" for folks who are broke down, stuck out in the boonies, or have some other situation requiring immediate assistance.

    It's easy to edit. Click on Thread Tools in the upper right and then click on Edit Title. Thank you for your anticipated actions.

    Thread Tools.jpg
    Edit Title.jpg
     
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  8. Jul 12, 2020 at 1:55 PM
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    He’s gone :eek: Probably went to trade it in.
    Welcome to the forum @Aaronduane
     
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  9. Jul 12, 2020 at 1:56 PM
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    Pinay

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  10. Jul 12, 2020 at 1:57 PM
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    Hobbs

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    Yep…
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    :woot:
     
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  11. Jul 12, 2020 at 1:59 PM
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    Not
     
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  12. Jul 12, 2020 at 1:59 PM
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    @Aaronduane please listen to these fine folks about your choice in titles. Help is reserved for those who are in dire need of rescue and/or are stuck somewhere with no other help around.
     
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  13. Jul 12, 2020 at 2:08 PM
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    black woolWax, green IFC, borlaCB, custom Line-X PC drums, skid, nuts, hooks, 1/4 silver frame...
    is that the deal for 2nd gens?
     
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  14. Jul 12, 2020 at 2:12 PM
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    nice but i don't assist with broken down or people that are stuck, I leave that to the pros
     
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  15. Jul 12, 2020 at 6:42 PM
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    Yes
     
  16. Jul 12, 2020 at 6:50 PM
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    3JOH22A

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    IIRC the 1995.5-2000 trucks didn't get a frame replacement. If the frame failed inspection, Toyota bought back the truck for ~KBB value and sent it to the crusher. 2001-2004 trucks got frame replacement.
     
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  17. Jul 13, 2020 at 1:26 AM
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    It was 1 1/2 times the rated Kelly Blue Book price which was much cheaper for Toyota then law suits.

    Then many rolled that payment toward a new Toyota truck playing lets make a deal with the local dealer.

    The sad part some buyers are still unaware of the problems
     
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  18. Jul 13, 2020 at 1:57 AM
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    How bad is your frame? I'm repaired 2 frames so far. It's not as big of a job as you think depending on how bad it is.
     
  19. Jul 13, 2020 at 5:17 AM
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    It's 15 years, not 12 (at least for the 1st gens). I got my 2004 replaced last year one month before the deadline.
     
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  20. Jul 13, 2020 at 5:44 AM
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    black woolWax, green IFC, borlaCB, custom Line-X PC drums, skid, nuts, hooks, 1/4 silver frame...
    the crusher :(
    i still have lucid memories of that ordeal
    fortunately mine passed 9yrs ago but relatives used '98 single cab did not so they got a shiny new Barcelona red single cab 4x4 boat from the compensation
    i wonder what they would've done for me and my frost-bitten knuckles if it had not, i was prepared...
     

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