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The Supercharger for the V8 will be available from TRD this Spring. Since it is a bolt-on accessory, it will fit any Tundra V8. TRD parts installed by the dealer will have the same warranty as the rest of the truck. Obviously Toyota is not worried about their bulletproof drivetrain.
Chevy puts a note in fine print at the bottom of their tow ratings in their brochure. They say that the tow rating is reduced by the weignt of an extended cab and any options you install. That's funny - Toyota doesn't say this. Could Chevy be inflating the tow ratings on their wimpy truck?
My point is that some safety warnings are absurd. If this is the point you were trying to make - I'm glad that we agree. The fact is that Toyota is rated to tow 7200 lbs. It says this in the owmer's manual. Can you please take your sour grapes elsewhere?
You guys are worse than a bunch of 2 yr olds arguing over a toy.
Funny how all the foreign vehicles put superchargers in their vehicles. Why is that? Im just curious seriously does anyone know
Ryan
I am talking about like the tacoma, the tundra is supposed to offer one, and there are numerous foreign cars. Why do so many foreign automakers offer superchargers and not so many american automakers?
Ryan
We do have other forums to discuss other makes/models.... Okay? Thanks for your participation. ;-)
Pocahontas
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The safety warning in the Tundra (you know the 45 MPH limit when towing) proves the Tundra is not a full size truck. Even Toyota recognizes the Tundra as a wimpy tow vehicle. Don't argue with me about it - you should be upset with Toyota for selling you a full size truck that has the tow capabilities of a V6 mini van. (well actually less capabilities)
Take it from Bamma - Towing with a Tundra is like putting a chain saw in your groin.
Take it from Bamma - Towing with a Tundra is like putting a chain saw in your groin.
LOL...
This Bamma guy is great...if music was BS, he would be a one man symphony!
Toyota Tundra owners: Rate your truck......... Takes an ignorance induced bliss to post repeatedly on a tundra owner topic, when you don't even own one!!!!
You can't tow over 45 with the Tundra or it explodes. Plus, your limited to 2000lbs or less
I guess I have been one of the lucky ones
LOL
Tundradude, observe all the warnings in your owner's manual. And heed Z71bill's information about the onset of problems after 60K miles. This is the established limit for error-free operation as proven by the latest J.D. Powers 2000 Dependability Study and 5-year Dependability Study.
Oh, and don't look directly at the chrome handles on a sunny day as this has been known to cause blindness.
Happy New Year to everyone!
Jeanette
And specifically, what on your engine failed? It, too, would have been covered under warranty (powertrain warranty is 5 years/60,000 miles) unless it was discovered the owner abused it by perhaps over-revving the engine every hour.
Did you buy the Landcruiser in 1964 or twenty or thirty years later? You know vehicles built in the 60's aren't exactly exalted for their craftmanship.
What is carp? My dictionary defines it as a "long-lived freshwater fish of sluggish waters."
And, in case you haven't been to a dealership this decade, most parts are not "shipped from Japan." They may be more expensive, but then so are Toyota vehicles, in general. How can an owner who is willing to pay more for a quality vehicle feel cheated when the parts are more expensive than those of competitors? Cheap parts for cheap vehicles and vice versa.
I'm not denying you your negative ownership experience. You are more than welcome to it. I am just trying to assume some clarity from your ambiguous claims.
Let me also remind people that this discussion was created for Toyota Tundra owners to discuss/rate their truck. So let's please try to respect that.
And by the same token, if Tundra owners post messages here that include disparaging remarks about other makes/models, they should be aware that they'll be encouraging owners of those other makes/models to respond here.... Understand?
And now back to the subject of the Toyota Tundra. Thanks for keeping it friendly. ;-)
Pocahontas
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One thing I have noticed with the Tundra is that the exhaust system Y pipe connection seems to choak the exhaust somewhat. Does anyone know of a good after market free flowing system for this truck?
Already added the K&N filter. Seems to add an additional crispness to mid-range acceleration (not that the 4.7L doesn't run like a scalded dog already). Found a great site for Toyota after-market parts. Check out http://www.performanceproducts.com.
Any comments would be appreciated.
Insta_gator
They have a bunch of exhaust add-ons for Tundras.
Insta_gator
I have a Tundra 4X4 V8 access cab, and I have gotten up to 19.5 mpg on the highway. I have found that the Tundra mileage increases as it breaks in. I wouldn't worry too much until you have at least 5000 miles on it.
Some other factors: Oxygenated gas hurts your mileage, Check your tire pressure - I run 32psi front and rear, and put the cruise control on when driving on the highway. ( I know the last suggestion won't work in the city).
As far as silage goes, I'm averaging around 14.5 with less than 1K miles on truck. Hope it gets better (too bad it doesn't have one more gear for 65 mph + range). With a N filter, free flowing exhaust and synthetic oil I'm hoping for 16.5 to 17 ave. The silver ado 5.7 got 15, so anything above that is a plus.
My suggestion would be to bite the bullet and get a 4WD. There is very little difference in gas mileage, resale will be better, and Toyota is known for its bulletproof drivetrains. Depending on where you live, 4WD can come in very handy sometimes.
You can also go to the Toyota website and check out the specs there.
CA--Emission Equipment, California
CQ- Convenience Package*SR 5 w/V-8 Engine Includes Power Windows/Door Lock Package; Dual visor Vanity Mirrors;Lighting Package;Power mirrors; Sliding rear window with privacy pkg and speed control
CKGuard Package which includes H>D> battery, H>D> starter and anti chip paint
OF- Off Road Package
LO- Style Package
LB-Tonneau Cover/Bed Liner Package
BL- Bed Liner over rail
LU-Bed Liner under rail
AB-Braking System, F&R Anti Lock
GN- Cargo Net
CF- Floor Mats
LF- Fog Lights
DH-Hitch, Towing Receiver
DZ- Radio, Delux AM/FM Stereo with CD and Casette
P5- Radio Equipment, Compact Didc
RB- Running Boards
CC- Captain's Chairs
V3- Security System
WI- Spare Tire Lock
BT- Tonneau Cover
WL- Wheel Locks, Alloy
WS- Wheel Locks, Steel
AL- Wheels Cast Aluminum*SR5
AA- Wheels Cast Aluminum SR5
AY- Wheels Stamped Aluminum Alloy
ST- Wheels Styled Steel
9ZWiring Harness
They also gave the numbers/letters for the color codes. If you need this, let me know.
I'll add that I do about 5% driving in 4WD on sand or mud, 1% driving pulling my 17 foot boat, about 60% on expressway, 30% town, 4% carrying about 500# load in the bed on top of occupants and luggage.
Also I have learned you don't have to "floor it" to pass, learned that about 200 miles ago......
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 99V347003
Component: LIGHTING:LAMP OR SOCKET:TAIL LIGHTS
Manufacturer: TOYOTA MOTOR CO., LTD.
Mfg. Campaign #: Y01
Year: 2000
Make: TOYOTA TRUCK
Model: TUNDRA
Potential Number of Units Affected: 16472
Manufactured From: FEB 1999 To: JUL 1999
Year of Recall: '99
Type of Report: Vehicle
Summary:
Vehicle Description: Sport utility vehicles. The tail light socket may have been improperly molded, resulting in the locking tab having insufficient force to retain the bulb.
If the bulb falls out of the socket, the brake or tail lamp function cannot occur.
Dealers will replace the tail lamp sockets. Owner notification began February 25, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331. Also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
BTW, it says '99 but it lists under 2000.