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Yes, I'd really appreciate seeing photos on the clamps!
I have a Leer 100XL on my '05 Silverado but the rails are much different on the Taco. Would be very interested in what you did with the tail gate. (The Silverado's tailgate is incredibly strong--and heavy.)
Thanks,
Woof
There should be 9 pics in the link below.
http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/dreddie7/album?.dir=mail&.src=ph
a bunch of other info is below.
This is an A.R.E. 'MX' model truck cap.
The color of the truck/cap is 'indigo ink'.
It has a sliding front window, sliding side windows
(with screens), single 'T' handle and a small light (w on/off switch)
stuck to underside near the door. I can't remember which
of these are standard features and which are options.
The know the light is wired to the truck so that
if the key is out of the ignition the light doesn't work.
I paid roughly $1300 for it.
I used a costco coupon for a 20% discount.
I ordered in on oct 3, and it was at the dealer on oct 14.
I had it put on Oct 20, 2005.
I called every 2 weeks (since may 2005) asking about the
availablility of this cap.
With the tailgate down and the cap door up the clearance
is roughly 38 inches.
these were taken late evening.
there are a few pics that vaguely show how they attach
the cap to the rails.
it looks like 4 bolts hold the cap to the side rails.
I'm not sure, but perhaps these truck cap mounting bolts
replaced the stock bolts.....only these were longer???
just a guess on my part.
There is a small leak around the front 2 corners of the cap
that lets in a little water where the cap meets the truck bed.
I lived with a similar leak in my old 91' toyota w/leer cap,
but i'll take this one back to the dealer to fix it in a week or so.
I remember someone else posting a message about an A.R.E. cap
leak being fixed.
they threw in a small bottle of touch up paint with the cap.
they said it came from the same batch of paint used
to paint the cap.
http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/dreddie7/album?.dir=mail&.src=ph
http://www.n2revolution.com/vs.html
Who knows how much of a difference it will make but I think I'll try it especially in the upcoming winter months. Remember you heard it hear first ! lol
Thanks once again for the helpful feedback. I'll get some running boards.
Channelcat
You'll find the running boards easy to install, about a half hour each side. The holes are all pre-drilled. Check at these sites for prices and maybe get your dealer to match
http://www.toyotapart.com
http://www.trdparts4u.com/
Good luck
I have never had a cap for a truck, so I am somewhat more clueless than usual...
Wayne
truck (91 toyota).
For me. the main reason is for protected(ie from rain etc)
storage. now i don't have to keep everything like suitcases, packages
and whatnot in the back of the truck cab.
i've never really had the need to haul around really tall stuff.\
but that is something to consider.
i also managed to get a softcopy(pdf if i remember correctly)
of the electrical system wiring diagrams.
I don't beleive that those are part of the 3 manual set.
something that expands against the side of inside of the rail
as you turn a bolt or knob into it.
Wayne
Follow the assembly instructions EXACTLY and you will get a weather tight tonno. It comes with 4 packets of 3M hardener which is a binder for the peel strip side rails. With the 6'1" long bed, I could have used an extra packet. Your screwed if the dealer installs it without the binder or runs out. Get some blue painters tape to mark the location of the cover when you go thru the dummy setup phase.
As an engineer, I'm impressed with Fit, Function, Quality, and with a minor work-around was able to keep my cargo divider (toyota accessory) for groceries which my wife places in plastic milk cases behind the cab. The Toyata accessory rubber mat is great too. My guess is that the tonno adds 90lb, the cargo divider 30lb and the rubber mat 35lb to tare and detracts from optimum mileage. Now get 26mpg overall and the 5-speed auto V-6 is solid. I'm at the 5,500 mile mark.
http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/jessupr/album?.dir=/4e29
Nice cap, who was supplier and at what cost? I'm in Bathurst, N.B.
The closest LEER dealer for me was in Sudbury, Ontario, about 1.25 hours west of me. I travelled through Bathurst with it at the beginning of August, too bad I didn't know you then ! I paid $2000CDN total for it. That includes carpeted roof, all clamps, installation, front sliding window that is removable, light at the back and taxes etc. Check out this site to help find the nearest one to you:
http://www.leer.com/dealer/index.html
Good luck
While I was there, I mentioned the rear spring "click". I don't think it's a big deal, but while I'm here, I'll mention it...
I pointed out that the 2006 TRD trucks have a rubber pad where the spring ends touch to the service manager. He goes back inside, checks for add-on pads, none are available, no TSBs, either... What does he do? He orders new springs, which should arrive with the pads installed!
No ifs, ands, or buts, just a genuine attempt to make my truck absolutely perfect. :shades:
OK, just for academic purposes, generally this is part of the firmware of the ECM.
You would have to replace it.
Of course, you know that you are now obligated to write a formal report to the rest of us on the results...
I have a series of PDF files describing the electrical system
for 2005 tacoma. maybe 50 files...over 300 pages total.
a lot of them are in color. They are linked via adobe acrobat interface.
I obtained it for the stereo wiring.
I haven't read all of the files, but i've seen relay locations,
engine compartment wiring, body wiring, fuses etc.
drop me an e m a i l
The horror stories you hear are from the same people that can't remember to change their oil. Stay away from a reusable air filter if you can't remember where you left your keys on a regular basis.
Don't hate the player, hate the game.
you've both posted such compelling arguments about your great k&n"s... NOT!
actually.... my old slant six dodge van had well over 250,000mi, and was never touched by k&n. it did have three transmissions, a few alternators, at least two power steering pumps and other stuff i just can't remember right now..... but the orig engine just takes a likin' and keeps on tickin'..... one man's experiences may not sway an opinion yea, or nay. hell i was the orig onwer of that van and it may be older than you both. this also means nothing......
my opinion come from posts on other forums, where some have taken the time to cut them open, test against other brands with vacume machines and compare results... actually i believe the only one posting better hp is k&n themselves.
use what you want, it's yours...............................
I took order in March 05.
Good luck with your changes!
B
2006 springs have these pads installed at the factory. I walked the lot with the service manager and compared trucks.
The only problem is that the 2005 and 2006 spring are the same part number. The service manager at the dealer (Middletown Toyota/Scion) ordered springs with the plan that we wouldn't install them unless they had the pads. He's already replaced two sets, but the replacements didn't have the pads.
After spending a few minutes with me and listening to my description of the noise, we realized that rust and paint provide cushioning and prevent the noise. My truck, which sits for days without being driven, dosen't click on the first few bumps, and the springs he replaced were fine for a while, He now realizes that the others may come back.
FWIW, this click is so minor, I was almost embarassed to mention it. The large hitch ball wrench I keep under the rear seat makes more noise.
Toyota dosen't offer a retrofit kit, but the service manager planned on passing a contact up the line to suggest one. I'd rather have some pads glued in than have the springs replaced, if possible. We both agree that all parties involved would probably be happier not replacing entire spring assemblies.
I've had other vehicles, a Subaru (clutch), several Jeeps (rear brake fluid leaks), and Nissan (you name it), with MAJOR warranty beefs where I was blown off over and over. "They all do it", "Can't duplicate the issue", etc... The Subaru clutch issue was even documented in several car columns and on the "Click and Clack" radio show.
The oustanding treatment I am receiving from this dealership is refreshing. The purchase was a similar experience in that there were no games, no BS, no "undercoating" hard sells.
I have been bombarded with emails asking for these files.
There are to many to send/post and i don't have time
to look up information on individual files.
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So if you want them, it can mail you the cd with the files on
them...for a small fee. If you interested, send me an email
and i can send you a sample of what the files look like.
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the documents indicate a "2005 tacoma"
I have a series of PDF files describing the electrical system
for 2005 tacoma. over 50 files...over 300 pages total.
a lot of them are in color. They are linked via adobe acrobat interface.
I obtained it for the stereo wiring.
I haven't read all of the files, but i've seen relay locations,
engine compartment wiring, body wiring, fuses etc.
They already did. It's the springs.
Again, it's sooooooo minor...