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JMS in TX
When will the Tacoma be in full production?
(Don't want to be racking up more miles than I'm actually driving...)
I replaced the factory speakers this weekend. This is a must mod as they sound so much better than stock. Much cleaner sound. I am installing the amp tomorrow which should make it even better sounding. I put 6 1/2" Infinity speakers in the rear (they are great) and some cheaper Pioneer 3-way 6x9s up front (they sound good too, but really only got them because Best Buy has like 75% off all their 04 speakers- got them for like $30). The Infinity 6x9s might be a little too deep for the shallow front doors. At any rate, do this mod, you won't regret it!
At 60 MPH on the truck, I got 58.5 MPH for a difference of 1.5 MPH
At 70 MPH on the truck, I got 68.4 MPH for a difference of 1.6 MPH
So, it's not as bad as yours, and still within what I would consider acceptable, considering tire pressure, etc.
One thing that I could see happening, would be that if someone where to buy a Tacoma with no upgrade package on the wheels/tires, and just had the standard tires (very base model), and then upgraded later to the tires that come on the SR5 or TRD packages, that you could have this issue.
If you drastically increase your tire size, your measured speed on the truck would go down (i.e., you're going faster than the speedo says you are going). This would also be true if you decreased your tire size, so your measured speed on the truck would go up.
This could also have been a slip up at Toyota, as they could have installed the wrong speedometer with the options that were installed on the truck.
* Lusterizing Sealant
* Sound Shield
* Sealant Cleaner
* Rental Car Assistance
Does anyone know what the Sound Shield part of this is ?
I assume that the engine would retard it's timing if pre-ignition was detected by it's anti-knock sensor. You could lose some hp if that happened. In light driving conditions I would not be afraid to run mine on reg or plus, but would use super for harder driving. I think this is the same 4.0L thats in the Tundra and 4 Runner and super was not recommended in them...maybe I might look again..
I have noticed performance differences between super and reg in every vehicle. Especially in hot weather and driving over hills and mountains.
B
So, I ended up buying an extended cab Colorado for $16k out the door (all fees and 7.5% tax included) with alloy wheels, fog lamps, body colored bumpers, leather wrapped steering wheel, and plastic bed liner. This worked out to the same price as a regular cab Tacoma with no options and the extended cab should prove to have better resale as ecotrklvr mentioned. This was my first American brand car so I took a huge leap of faith, but honestly, the truck's build quality is perfect. I can't find anything blatantly wrong with it yet and I've been looking. I will say that the Tacoma's interior is way ahead of it in material quality and the structure seems more resistant to shaking. To me, the Colorado's 4 cyl feels a little peppier and the shifter a bit tighter. Both trucks were equally refined and quiet. The split bench seat is a godsend. Toyota really should rethink that seat!
http://www.toyotapartsworld.com/toyota_vsa-price-tacoma4x2.htm
On my first tank of fuel I got 18.1 MPG (V6 Prerunner Access Cab) in mixed driving. Hoping for better this tank.
Thanks for the warranty info. You guys have saved me lots of $ with your advice on this forum.
I have the Certified Used on my 05 Tacoma TACO and am looking into a Platinum again, but for a cheaper price than the $1800 the first time! Now they are offering me a 6/100 or 7/75 the second time for $900. I see the prices at that site are even cheaper.
I have really enjoyed my 05 PreRunner V6. However, the 6 speed has taken some getting used to. My shifting is not very smooth, especially under hard acceleration from 1st to 2nd. I am unsure exactly why. I like the very low 1st gear; the thing can crawl without riding the clutch and is a rocket from a dead stop.
FYI on mpg..a Toyota mechanic told me to wait until after 5000 miles to get better reading on the mpg. Sounds like the breakin is important.
Imagine your car on a turn. Each of the four wheels will have a different "path" in this turn; each "path" is different in length from the others (i.e. each wheel "travels" a different amount of "distance" on a turn, and therefore, rotates a different amount from the other wheels). A differential allows the wheels to rotate at different speed.
Locking the differential would force the wheels (typically the rear) to rotate the exact same amount. On a slippery surface, this would force all the wheels to "work" hard. On the other hand, on a smooth and "grippable" surface, this would cause unnecessary tire wear at best; damage the drive-train at worst.
Hope my explanation makes sense.
Jay of SF Bay
I contacted "Fold-A-Cover", a manufacturer of a folding, alulminum and stainless steel tonneau for truck beds. In their response, they mentioned that there has been quite a number of inquiries to them regarding a folding metallic tonneau that would fit a 2005 Tacoma shortbed. They also mentioned that they estimate the model to become available in April. Stay tuned.....
Jay of SF Bay
The truck can almost crawl on 2nd gear. You need to compensate for this during hard accelerations.
Match gear shifts with the speed/RPMs.
Fancy Footwork. Try by not completely releasing the gas pedal (don't burn that clutch!) while shifting 1-2 then 3 if it needs that extra push. I hate clutch riding but a little clutch play also helps. The engine won't shudder if done right (but it will scream so watch that RPM). If anyone has a better way of explaining this, please comment.
On MPG, I'm nearing 5000 miles. Hope that tank gives a better cruising range. Last time I checked, the dealer didn't include the afterburner option.
Also,what happened to the dipstick for the 5 speed automatic?
This paint chipping problem has me puzzled,what does it have to do with the fact that 05 tacoma is a new design.Did that change the way it is painted?Is this isolated to the tacamo?
Also thanks for responding about the instrument lights.
On the locking with or without horn. Mine does not sound and others have said the same thing, though the manual, I guess, says it should. If yours is sounding, it would seem to be the odd one. On most cars that can be adjusted at the dealership with their scan tool, and I think that should be free for the first checkup. Just tell them I said so.
In response to the other reply about the "fly by wire" issue...it makes complete sense. There is a tiny lag at the top. I used to drive semi's and it's not like I am an inexperienced driver, except with this "fly by wire" throttle. I prefer an immediate reaction to the slightest pressure on the pedal myself. There is no guess work or adjustment needed when that happens.
This is a great discussion, but it sure took a while to get through it all! I have had my Impulse Red '05 4x4 Access Cab 6 speed with TRD Off Road (not Sport), convenience group and alarm system for about a week now. I love this truck! I was so smitten with these when I finally saw some '05s on the road and talked to a few owners that I actually traded a 1 year old '04 Tacoma with 15K miles on this 1. So far, I have not had any problems in 400 miles. I got 16.6 MPG on the first tank. The truck was made 01/05 in California.
Last night I got to wash it for the first time. I noticed that underneath the front fenders there is some putty like material along a pretty large area. It's got a circular pattern, like the way wax would be applied and is quite thick. It looks like it was applied before the truck was painted, since there is some red on it in places. It's not even noticeable unless you look under the fenders. I was wondering if anybody else has noticed a similar situation?
Thanks!
Also, my dash lights are on whenver the igniion is on an there is no sound when locking/unlocking, so I would say these are normal at least with the alarm system.