I'm sure its in this thread, but did they ever figure out the fender-cracking problems on these trucks? Is it fixed in the newer models?
Any complaints or information on things to look out for?
I'm sure its in this thread, but did they ever figure out the fender-cracking problems on these trucks? Is it fixed in the newer models?
Any complaints or information on things to look out for?
Originally Posted by Graystroke
The fenders would bulge and then crack when wheeled hard and over three hundred pounds on the front end (bumper and winch). The frame flexes unbelievable amounts. Toyota never confirmed the issue but it seems to have fixed itself after mid 08 models. It also happened on a lot of Land Cruiser Prado's (same frame and suspension) over seas.
I don't know much about body work so i am just the messenger on this, but they said they spot welded something into the dents and then pulled them out, and then applied the bondo. If I had known the needed to repaint the entire truck I might have gone with a different color but I doubt it. I want to be able to sell it some day.
Today Update...
Silver things painted:
Black things painted:
Painted on truck because bolts rusted (or cross threaded...)
Waiting for approval to pull rear door glass... they must be removed to install blackout tape. New blackout tape on front door glass run channel:
Blackout tape?
On the 8th day god created the Super Swamper TSL and said "go forth and kick ass"
can't say nobody saw this coming
but on another, sadder note I am now really sorry I didn't fly down for this. Only three people there? With two last names? Did you call Austin? There would have been a few more memorable quotes for sure!
yeah it is the plastic around the windows.
on another note, decided to paint the bezel white to match the look of the old 40's. I think it is going to be a nice addition.
looks good, make sure you yank the TAMOR sticker before you sell it,
Boats and hoes
Stumble in to the liquor store
With a dollar-fifty for a bottle of wine,
I know just what I'm lookin for
Thunderbird will do just fine.
I am not selling it any time soon.
She is out of the shop.
And that is how she sits today, completely repainted, bumpers, sliders, mirrors and handles painted, dents popped out and ALL plastic pieces completely replaced.
Sweet! Let's go run Houston Creek Trail again!
"You know, this car is so fast, that giving Corvette owners this car, is kinda like giving an AK-47 to a pysch ward."
-Ron Fellows (Corvette C6R Team Driver)
Sounds good, I will be driving the Taco.
purty!
Thanks,
Chris Scotti
1988 Suzuki Samurai buggy
So did insurance pay for everything?
Everything except my deductible.
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