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thanks for the good idea of the pipe insulation. I did purchase
some regular insulation, and we will see how that works, but I can visualize the pipe insulation and that it might work well.
If the other stuff doesn't work, the pipe insulation will be my
next choice.
Thanks for the input.
Lman
http://www.tundrasolutions.com
I've had mine on for a year and it works great!
Consumer Reports has ranked the Tundra "better than average" reliability (The best rating that they have awarded to full size pickups).
I have owned my Tundra 2 years and have not had a single problem. I have an SR5 V8 extended cab 4X4. It is silent and smooth on the interstate while delivering up to 19.5 mpg. The brakes are the most powerful of any 1/2 ton pickup. Add Toyota's legendary reliability and you have an amazingly good value in full size pickups.
Thanks, everyone.
In days gone by, when vehicles used carburetors, garages used to tweak 'em for the altitude, advancing the ignition timing, leaning out the air screw for better driveability. Thing of the past. It's not even legal for them to touch that stuff now.
Might be moot for you at this point, since it's already Friday. Could be driving that 83 Landcruiser out here afterall.
A lot of discussions on the Tundra can be found at.....
http://www.tundrasolutions.com/index.php
Good Luck.
-David
Thanks for the link! I think this sealer will do the trick.
Lman
Problems
Arrogant Toyota dealers rip you off
Poor after sales service (deny problems)
Vibration from front end
Rough gear shift
Vague handling on bends
Rust spots where paint chipped
Rust on underside
Pieces of interior trim fall off
Center console latch broken
Front windows rattle in wind
Gas guzzler
Wife's is even worse -serious transmission problem.
I do mostly city driving now that summer is over.
I always change at 3K.
Also check at your local walmart every once in awhile they get 5qt jugs of mobil 1 and its usually under $20 (very good price)
Ryan
Alan
between what the owner's manual says the oil capacity is on the V8 versus the 7.8 quarts it actually takes to bring the oil up to the top mark on the dip stick? Oh boy, if Toyota can't get the dip stick right, we're all in trouble.
Vibration/shake problem: Fixed with michelin tires, alignment, and balancing the tires
Turn signal recall: Never had a problem but got it fixed anyway.
The V6 is a good deal for the money.
The early model 2000 Tundras with the 4.7L V8 came with a dipstick that was about 1/4" too short. The owners manual is correct in that it takes 6.4 quarts of oil w/filter change to fill it up. Problem was that full was only about midway between the dimples on the dipstick. Many people, dealerships included, were putting in 7.0-7.5 qts of oil to bring it to the full dimple on the dipstick. While this was not likely to cause any engine problems, it did create quite a bit of confusion. The problem was corrected on later model 2000s and subsequent models. If you have an early model 2000 Tundra 4.7L V8, the incorrect dipstick will not have a part number stamped on it. The correct dipstick has a part number stamped on it. If my memory serves me correctly, it was something like "50101".
Alan
4 x 4, Tow Package up to 5,000 LBS., Convenience package, All Weather Package, Limited Slip Differential, etc. I do plan to do some towing, either a 2500 lb boat or a trailer that weighs under 4000lbs. Does the ABS feature impact on towing at all?
I need some FEEDBACK ON ABS brakes! Is this a desirable feature and what is the maintenance/reliability of the ABS.
Also if you do not intend to go off road, then do not get a 4X4. Get a 4X2 with a limited slip. That is what I did and I need my truck for towing once a month and as a daily driver.
The more complicated the truck becmomes the more stuff will breka on it. That is why I did not get the ABS and the 4X4. Why do I need more options that I do not use (4X4) and have not proved their effectivness (ABS)
The dealer says that it is the design of the Toyota bug screen. They replaced it once. They have not been very helpful. They have suggested removing it. Has any one else had the same problem and had it resolved?
Alan
I've had the tires rebalanced and am going to have the dealer check the alignment. The wheel doesn't shimmy at all.
If that does not work go to www.tundrasolutions.com and read the FAQ, specifically the alignment section. The get an alignment to those specs in the FAQ.
Good luck