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#839 of 925 Re: Just got the news, my 2002 Tacoma's frame is junk. [tacoscrewed] by mrbill1957 Apr 30, 2009 (2:13 pm)
Replying to: tacoscrewed (Apr 28, 2009 4:01 pm) Would anyone buy, regardless of the total miles on the vehicle, a used vehicle with a frame replacement? Since the vehicle wasn't in an accident, Carfax won't show anything about the frame being replaced. After a month or so of driving, I doubt anyone would be able to tell the truck has a new frame or not. Other then the frame looking in good condition, once it gets a little dirty, it won't look any different then other truck frames.   Mrbill Replies to this message: tacoscrewed (Apr 30, 2009 7:06 pm) mcalautt (May 01, 2009 3:20 am)
#840 of 925 Re: Just got the news, my 2002 Tacoma's frame is junk. [mrbill1957] by tacoscrewed Apr 30, 2009 (7:06 pm)
Replying to: mrbill1957 (Apr 30, 2009 2:13 pm) Interesting..I might do that; "I've had it for 7 years, kept it in a garage every winter". I'll have to look into whether I need to disclose that in MA.   I actually just got it back today. I was told up to 2 weeks, but it only took one. I was told when I dropped it off that I might want to replace the front struts and rear shocks, but it didn't need it.   So far so good, the suspension feels like new. I've only driven it 2 miles so far. Replies to this message: mcalautt (May 01, 2009 3:20 am)
#841 of 925 Re: Just got the news, my 2002 Tacoma's frame is junk. [tacoscrewed] by mcalautt May 01, 2009 (3:20 am)
Replying to: tacoscrewed (Apr 30, 2009 7:06 pm) I dont see how you would have to disclose it. its would be no diff then getting a motor replaced under warranty.   no one would ever know a frame was replaced simply by driving the truck unless it was not done properly.   you wont get an answer from any dealer or rep as to who has experience because until now no one would.. its unheard of to do this type of job in the auto market.
#842 of 925 1995 Tacoma Frame Rust Problem by highmiler289 May 14, 2009 (9:44 pm)
I have 289,000 miles on my 1995 TOYOTA TACOMA TRUCK! I just had my frame checked last week. The dealer said my frame was in great condition! I live in Wisconsin. This truck has been in alot of salt! Im one of the lucky ones. This truck has been the best vehicle Iv ever owned! I and my sons have owned it since new! Im very happy about how TOYOTA took care of this problem! The company I feel is a CLASS ACT! GM, FORD, CHRYSLER should learn from their mistakes!   GOOD LUCK! HIGHMILER289 Replies to this message: tacoscrewed (May 15, 2009 3:03 am) mcalautt (May 15, 2009 8:21 am)
#843 of 925 Re: 1995 Tacoma Frame Rust Problem [highmiler289] by tacoscrewed May 15, 2009 (3:03 am)
Replying to: highmiler289 (May 14, 2009 9:44 pm) I'm not sure how you can be happy about how toyota took care of this problem; you didn't have a problem.   My 2002 Tacoma had 130k miles on it and the frame was a mess. They replaced the frame, but left a lot of parts on the vehicle that are completely caked in rust. Everything on the vehicle will corrode much more quickly due to the frame issue.   I've had it back for 2 weeks. I have a squeeking noise every time the road is a little uneven coming from the front end, sounds like an old box spring. I am going to take it to an independent mechanic first. It may sound unreasonable but I don't trust the delearship.   highmiler289, I paid an extra $5-6k for I truck I expected would end like yours. If I bought a GM I would have paid less and expected what has happened.   This is all about liability, not customer satisfaction. Think about what would happen if someone died after their fram snapped in half at 60+mph. Replies to this message: mcalautt (May 15, 2009 8:21 am)
#844 of 925 Re: 1995 Tacoma Frame Rust Problem [tacoscrewed] by mcalautt May 15, 2009 (8:21 am)
Replying to: tacoscrewed (May 15, 2009 3:03 am) EXACTLY!!!!   thats what I have been saying all along.   the prob actually started in 95 according to toyota so highmiler289, your truck may have had a frame prior to the actual problem..   toyota did not handle it well and it is completely a liability issue they are trying to cover and pawning it off to look as if they did it out of concern.
#845 of 925 Re: more info [cman23] by kps2 May 18, 2009 (11:38 am)
Replying to: cman23 (Jan 28, 2009 11:41 am) I have my truck in throught the Wellesely MA Toyota dealership for the frame restoration. I just got a call with recommendations to replace the parking brake cable, control arms, and leaf springs. I haven't dealt with anyone but the dealership and didn't realize how big this was until I just got the call and then went on to google. Do any of you know who/where I call to figure out the disconnect between what you say the frame kit come with vs. what they now want to charge me for? Replies to this message: tacoscrewed (May 18, 2009 11:57 am) Red01Tacoma (May 18, 2009 12:04 pm)
#846 of 925 Re: more info [kps2] by tacoscrewed May 18, 2009 (11:57 am)
Replying to: kps2 (May 18, 2009 11:38 am) You should call the corporate toyota office. I don't have the number off the top of my head, but it's on their web site. After they set you up with a case #, you will eventually talk to a guy named Kevin.   The leaf springs should be included, they were for me.
#847 of 925 Re: more info by Red01Tacoma May 18, 2009 (12:04 pm)
Replying to: kps2 (May 18, 2009 11:38 am) I had an 01 Tacoma Extended cab and had the frame replaced. My kit INCLUDED the parking brake cables, brake lines, control arms and new leaf springs. Sounds like the Wellesely MA Toyota Dealership is trying to make a little extra money off you. The leaf springs are attatched to the new frame. I would ask them to see the new frame, I bet they are already on it.
#848 of 925 2001 Tacoma by pokienoze May 18, 2009 (12:44 pm)
I have a 2001 extended cab. The dealership replaced the frame in March. I was in Iraq when it was done and came home in April. Was anxious to try out my truck. It seemed to run fine and rode like before, however, my battery light stays on and so does the check engine light. Had a new alternator put in and the light still stays on. Truck continues to run fine. Any ideas as to why the light would stay on?

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