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 Re: Leaf springs keep breaking
#526542
11/19/04 09:24 PM
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That's assuming it happens during acceleration. What if it happens during braking...kinda scary <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/ignore.gif" alt="" />
Wheeling a Stepside Tacoma on 37s
Exploring in a T4R Ltd V8
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Re: Leaf springs keep breaking
#526543
11/20/04 03:46 AM
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Joined: May 2001
Posts: 6,768
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I have heard this being a problem with some Tacomas. Toyota must have gotten into a bad batch of springs. I would recommend calling ARB and ordering a set of OME springs, stock hieght if that's what you want) for the rear of your truck. I'm sure they sell a version for your year/model. That should solve all of your problems. Otherwise, a call to Alcan springs , could also net you a super high quality set of springs.
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Re: Leaf springs keep breaking
[Re: Brian894X4]
#526544
11/23/04 12:17 PM
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Joined: Mar 2000
Posts: 134
Wheeler
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Axle wrap is a spring killer too. Stock Tacomas have more than their fair share of it. Have someone watch as you take off and then go in reverse to see if the pumpkin and driveshaft are rotating. If you see it, you might want a traction/anti wrap bar. If not, then different springs are the answer. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/patriot.gif" alt="" />
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Re: Leaf springs keep breaking
#526545
11/23/04 10:56 PM
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Anonymous
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Isn't it common knowledge that toyota's have ***** springs??? I had mine replaced under warranty. I don't know what kind of warranty you have.
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Re: Leaf springs keep breaking
#526546
11/23/04 11:27 PM
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Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 754
Rock Warrior
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yes it is common knowledge and your dealer shoudl have told you this..
they replaced them free of charge for 99 and earlier trucks i believe, because almost every truck according to my dealer broke its springs...
i broke them in my taco, and got a set, new with an add a leaf from a local spring shop for about $300 and have been all set. my truck is a 2000 and i hardly ever have any large amount of weight in the back of it
00 tacoma 4x4 ex-cab stock 193,000 and counting
85 long bed pickup 4x4 frame off restoration. rear lock rite 31's 268,000 miles
51 cj3a stock everything orginal 2500 original miles
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