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Irvine CA Independent Mechanic suggestion

Discussion in '2.5 Gen Tundras (2014-2021)' started by rrrojo4, Sep 8, 2020.

  1. Sep 8, 2020 at 11:11 AM
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    Can anyone make a recommendation for an independent mechanic for my 2014 crewmax? I'm leaking coolant somewhere and I don't feel like digging in. I'd also like to have someone other than the dealership to work on future maintenance.

    Thanks!
     
  2. Sep 8, 2020 at 11:22 AM
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    My guess is they're going to want to know where you are.
     
  3. Sep 8, 2020 at 11:58 AM
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    Sorry if i wasn’t clear on my location. I’m in Irvine, California zip 92630
     
  4. Sep 8, 2020 at 11:59 AM
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    Where are you leaking front near the grill back near the fire wall passenger or driver side? I know you don't want to dig into it but based on where the puddle under the truck is.
     
  5. Sep 8, 2020 at 2:17 PM
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    so i initially noticed it on the passenger side coming out from the skid plate on to my driveway (parked on an incline). After a couple of days it looks like its progressed. Only thing i can think of is there is a bad hose, pin hole, or a loose clamp.

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  6. Sep 8, 2020 at 2:43 PM
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    Possibly upper radiator hose on the engine side or water pump. It seems to be coming from the top side of the engine.
     
  7. Sep 8, 2020 at 3:08 PM
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    Ahh yes a water pump leak would make so much more sense and further confirms that i want nothing to do with replacing it.
     
  8. Sep 8, 2020 at 3:11 PM
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    In the first photo you posted it seems like it is running down to the left of the pully if you look closely.
     
  9. Sep 8, 2020 at 4:09 PM
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    do you want the mechanic to come to your place or can you go to their shop ?
    how far are you willing to travel ? I have a great mechanic in Cypress (next to Cerritos)
     
  10. Sep 8, 2020 at 4:10 PM
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    i can definitely go to them.
     
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    I'm fairly well versed with the toyotas, especially 4x4. If you want reply to my DM and we can talk futher.
     

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