By accessing this website, you acknowledge that Edmunds and its third party business partners may use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to collect information about you and your interactions with the website as described in our
Privacy Statement, and you agree that your use of the website is subject to our
Visitor Agreement.
Comments
Oh BTW, I am happy to report no water leaks anywhere, no paint chipping and no noises that cause me concern! I installed those seat covers that are made with wet suit type material and I'll tell ya they are worth the money ($150.00 US) fit nicely, look great and protect my seats and head rests.
http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/mott492/my_photos
Did you have your leak fixed at the new Precision location or the old.I would have thought the new one would have had their own body shop.Also, have you had any experience with the popping noise?Do you think the seam was not sealed at all or did it open up after use?
I have a rattle in my dash,but I'm hesitant
to have it took apart to find it!
I ordered a 4x4 v6 access cab indigo blue with the cheap package. You know just the sliding window and like a half eaten tuna sandwich.
My question is what will it look like? I so far have been unable to find a picture of a taco with "large black overfenders, and argent grill surround".
Anyone have one they can photo for me. I saw one picture of one i think is a 2 wheel drive, and it looked so weenie like compared to the other tacos. I am afraid mine will show up and i will have to slug the salesguy.
any help much appreciated.
B
What is "TS"?
Can they also put a lock on the gas cap door?
Tom Clark
(vmiman)
I had the A/C on today, and noticed, that when at a light, if you aren't pushing fairly hard on the brake, but just enough to stop the truck, when the compressor on the A/C shuts off, the truck suddenly gets a jolt of power and lunges forward. This is because the truck has to rev slightly higher when the A/C is on, to keep the idle up to speed. I also noticed that you can feel the petal sink a little when the compressor turns back on.
Wonder if that was the same experience others were having...
I installed mine myself because the local audio shop wanted $400 for 2 pair of speakers installed plus to install the amp I already had. I spent about $120 total including the speakers and the amp install kit (found a great sale at Circuit City online) Check Circuit City and Best Buy stores they are both clearing out their 04 model speakers. Also, CC is clearing out all of their Alpines probably some good deals to be made.
(This is not my mod. It was done by another 05 Taco owner)
As for the gas cap. I remember seeing a discussion going on about it, but don't quite remember if the mod was done. I'll look around tonight and see if there was any info.
2005 Tacoma Add lock to bed compartments
This is a quick fix that allow you to lock your rear bed compartments.
This was tested only on my '05 Tacoma X-Runner, but should work perfectly on all other '05 Tacoma's, or others with the same bed compartments. I also assume you could use the same for the inside compartments under the rear seats.
Tools/supplies needed:
Dremel tool, round file, or sandpaper
Philips screwdriver , to remove the existing lock
sharp knife, to remove the tab on the existing door
pliers, crescent wrench. to tighten new lock.
5/8" Utility Cam lock - See picture 2 - I purchased mine from my local OSH hardware store for ~ $5.00 - also if they have a good stock you should be able to find a few that are keyed the same.
"
Steps:
Remove the door for the box you wish to lock
remove the existing lock using the Philips screwdriver
Open up the lock hole so your new lock will fit, use the dremel, file or sandpaper. Go a little at a time so you don't make the hole too big.
remove the small tab on the back of the cover (see picture 3)
Install your new lock. You will want to install the longer metal tab and lock stops so that the lock stops at the top position and you can remove the key (see the enclosed lock directions) I also used the large washer that came with my lock on the outside of the door, this gave a much cleaner and professional appearance.
I had to trim ~1/4" from my lock tab and then bend it until it closed and fit snug. You will need to bend, cut to suit your truck. This should only take a few minutes.
put the cover back, stand back and admire your $5 - 15 minute modification."
Mine makes no shock sqeaks. I call BS on the dealer. Or go to a different dealer.
any way you can find out which stant gas cap you put on your new taco?
Oh, and for those that said that it sounds normal, I agree, I was just pointing out that to the people that couldn't figure out why it was happening. I've driven Honda's in the past, and they are notorious for this effect.
[Speakers]
I heard that the door panels are really shallow, so you have to be careful with replacement speakers being too deep, and some need a bracket to space it out so that it will fit.
i don't remember the exact part number. i bought one from pep boys. it might be part number 51016 or something similar. it's one of those pressure caps.
just remove the cap and you will see a D-shaped thing on two sides of the cap. stant has a similar product that fits perfectly for the truck.
G
Here's a photo of my truck w/ the tube steps. It was getting dark when the shot was taken so I apologize for the poor picture quality.
G+
i bought the steps from toyotapart.com. you can get pricing there. was actually looking for chrome but couldn't wait. it enhances the toy a little bit and acts as a side protector against door dings and dents vs most vehicles. it doesn't protrude that much though but I guess it's enough. would be really nice if it was a little bit wider.
installation is a little bit tricky but simple. didn't need a longer bolt as someone earlier posted. just get someone to help hold the tube while installing. by hand, install first screw on the outer middle bore until it holds (don't tighten yet). then work on the sides and tighten all screws. you will need a torque wrench.
i have another long road trip coming up and will post gas mileage updates when i return.
take care y'all...
http://www.trdparts4u.com/
Also, I installed these tube steps by myself and I'm a total mechanical klutz. I hand tightened the rear set of bolts with the front resting on the ground and then hand tightened the front bolts then the middle. The holes are large enough to permit this procedure. Then I semi tightened them all with a standard socket wrench (the standard 2 or 3 inch extender was required to get around the brackets). Then I used my trustee beam torque wrench acquired from Sears for $24 to achieve the required torque. Even for me the process took less than 1 hour.
So I am still looking for one.
Bait and switch.
Also, I think they give discounts to TTORA and maybe TS members.
Door panels are easy. Two screws, if you have power windows the controls jut pop out, the trim pieces just pop off too, then gently pry door panel off beginning at the speaker, the retaining "clips" will just pop loose.
After discovering that the dealer failed to fix the leak the first time, I took the truck back to them the other week. They had it for 4 days and have assured me they got the leak this time. But I will have to wait until the next rainstorm to believe that completely.
They had to take both fenders off, remove windshield, remove most of interior and I'm guessing part or all of the dash to do it. Based on this info, I'm also guessing they did not have prior knowledge of this leak (no TSB) and spent more time and effort investigating possible leak sources than the first time (the first time the dealer only had the truck 2 days).
The Good:
Carpet is in great condition, and they replaced the padding.
Both front fenders line up ok.
The Bad:
small clear coat scratches on one fender
small scratch on glove box
interior kick panels and plastic floor rails not lining up perfectly now
missing one interior nut/fastener for kick panel
dash no longer perfectly quiet and creaks when driving over bumpy terrain.
The Ugly:
Houston has very hard water, and the dealer must have sprayed down the truck and let it sit all day outside in the sun, because now there are hard water stains on the windshield making it difficult to see through it at times. Wiper blades do nothing, and I scrubbed with paper towel and windex, but the stains aren't budging. I had to give up and leave town for a while on business, and when I get back I plan on trying something more agressive like vineger or CLR.