Tundras are rotting away too
04-27-2009, 09:08 AM
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Toyotas in general rott like nothing else, up here in NY (salt capital of the world) they rott faster than anything else. Trucks less than 5 years old are rotton, people don't care, "no problem it's a great truck".....assclowns
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04-27-2009, 01:24 PM
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And there is already the beginnings of a resolution;
http://www.tundraheadquarters.com/bl...ra-frame-rust/
Here's an excerpt from that webpage
I have a feeling they will probably do the same thing with the Tundra/Sequoia. And before anybody starts bitching about "import defense," I'm just throwing something out from a different viewpoint.
http://www.tundraheadquarters.com/bl...ra-frame-rust/
Originally Posted by Toyota
It is important to understand that “manufacturing defect” is a generic term that globally defines an issue’s root cause, whether it is design, assembly, process, or manufacturing….Toyota’s Customer First approach dictates that using the information obtained from the Tacoma, we pro-actively investigate other vehicles of similar design and production elements. In doing so, our investigations have indicated that there are a small number of complaints for a similar condition on 2000 and 2001 Tundras. We are currently investigating each incident.
Recommendation: If you own a 2000 or 2001 Tundra or 2001 Sequoia, and you live in the northeastern portion of the USA or anywhere in Canada, and/or if your local government uses salt to melt road ice, you’re advised to make an appointment at your local Toyota dealer for a frame inspection. Your local dealership may or may not be aware of this issue yet (it’s still very new), but it’s important to get your vehicle checked out immediately.
Not only is there a potential safety issue, but it’s also the best way to make certain that Toyota is made aware of the full scope of this problem (if it is indeed a problem). It’s also important to have the dealership provide you with documentation that the frame inspection occurred and the paperwork must contain notes abut the condition of the frame. If your 00′ or 01′ Tundra or 01′ Sequoia have this issue (and the vast majority will NOT have this problem), the sooner you can get it documented the better.
The Good News: Toyota stepped up and took responsibility on the Tacoma, going so far as to offer to buy back the trucks for full retail value. If there is indeed an issue, we’re confident Toyota will do the right thing.
Not only is there a potential safety issue, but it’s also the best way to make certain that Toyota is made aware of the full scope of this problem (if it is indeed a problem). It’s also important to have the dealership provide you with documentation that the frame inspection occurred and the paperwork must contain notes abut the condition of the frame. If your 00′ or 01′ Tundra or 01′ Sequoia have this issue (and the vast majority will NOT have this problem), the sooner you can get it documented the better.
The Good News: Toyota stepped up and took responsibility on the Tacoma, going so far as to offer to buy back the trucks for full retail value. If there is indeed an issue, we’re confident Toyota will do the right thing.
04-27-2009, 01:53 PM
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I don't think the upstate is a fair place either. **** my 89 RS went up there with no rust no rust, and if there was it wasn't visible. I left college 4 years later with holes in my floor pans, wheel wells, and trunk deck, and there things weren't like pin holes...they were "holy **** I can put my fist through some of these things". I know for a fact every car up there is beat the hell from good old upstate winters.
04-27-2009, 02:00 PM
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Wow glad i live in California! But seriously, the first gen Tundra is the ugliest truck on the road. I was ok with them until my friends parents bought one and the interior looked like an expedition interpretation. I generally rule out Toyota altogether becuase IMO they have the worst interiors in the industry. I dont knw why people pick on GM for their interiors but doent even mention Toyota. The second generation Tundra is gorgeous, i think they really got it right! I havnt seen the interiors yet though.
04-27-2009, 02:16 PM
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I don't think the upstate is a fair place either. **** my 89 RS went up there with no rust no rust, and if there was it wasn't visible. I left college 4 years later with holes in my floor pans, wheel wells, and trunk deck, and there things weren't like pin holes...they were "holy **** I can put my fist through some of these things". I know for a fact every car up there is beat the hell from good old upstate winters.
04-27-2009, 04:29 PM
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Wow glad i live in California! But seriously, the first gen Tundra is the ugliest truck on the road. I was ok with them until my friends parents bought one and the interior looked like an expedition interpretation. I generally rule out Toyota altogether becuase IMO they have the worst interiors in the industry. I dont knw why people pick on GM for their interiors but doent even mention Toyota. The second generation Tundra is gorgeous, i think they really got it right! I havnt seen the interiors yet though.
04-28-2009, 09:25 AM
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Ugliest truck on the road?
http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c1...4/S5030085.jpg
http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c1...4/S5030085.jpg
04-28-2009, 10:40 AM
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LOL
How can anyone justify a piece of **** product that falls apart because they are given a replacement and friendly customer service?
It's like GM mentality from the 1980s. It's 2009.
How can anyone justify a piece of **** product that falls apart because they are given a replacement and friendly customer service?
It's like GM mentality from the 1980s. It's 2009.