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2010 Tundra 4x4 TRD DC 5.7 L suspension replace & maintenance Qs

Discussion in '2nd Gen Tundras (2007-2013)' started by KHunter11, Jul 22, 2021.

  1. Jul 22, 2021 at 7:02 AM
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    KHunter11

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    So I am in arrears on some basic maintenance at 104k miles.

    Really never took in to dealer for those costly mileage based maintennces.

    Original owner and lots of miles in mountains hunting. In fact truck miles are mostly highway to western hunts and the hunts.

    Surely it is time to replace front/back struts/shocks.
    Suggestions on doing that perhaps with moderate upgrade from factory issue parts? Not a DIY so it would be performed by a shop. I do haul an ATV in the bed with some regularity (500lbs or so).

    What else should i do to catch up on on maintenance wihtout throwing away $ needlessly, Guess I remain leery of costly delaership catchall lists son would maybe go to a nondealer shop (but open to opinions on that):
    radiator flush?
    serpentine belt
    tranny fluid?
    spark plugs?
    fuel filter?
    Other priority inspect and replace stuff?

    Thanks in advance. I see a lot of knowledgeable folks on here!

    Kirby
    Glenwood Springs, CO.
     
  2. Jul 22, 2021 at 7:16 AM
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    I did a refresh on mine at 108k.

    Suspension: I put on 5100s to raise the front end, otherwise if you're in a truck modding community, find some take off TRD yellow/blue or red/blue if you aren't looking to spend a bunch.

    I recall we just have an in-tank fuel filter. Not serviceable unless you are swapping fuel pumps.

    I would add brake fluid, engine and cabin air filters. Grease the driveline. Change out the driveline fluids. Check your CV boots for tears. Ball joints for play and tears also.
     
  3. Jul 22, 2021 at 7:19 AM
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    Thanks! Did you do any of the items I listed as well? serpentine etc?
     
  4. Jul 22, 2021 at 7:21 AM
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    Yep, took a saturday and locked the kids out of the garage. Refreshed all the consumables.
     
  5. Jul 23, 2021 at 9:17 AM
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    Anybody have thoughts on this to refresh suspension and get some lift? Not shown but at this price it includes optional rear N3 shocks.


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  6. Jul 25, 2021 at 3:31 PM
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    or lift and refresh suspension with with Toytec lifts kit.

    anybody have experience with these and info to share?
     
  7. Jul 25, 2021 at 3:33 PM
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  8. Jul 25, 2021 at 4:31 PM
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    Windsor

    Windsor Why do I do this to myself?

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    I'm not a fan of Rough Country suspension parts. When I used them on another vehicle, they were indeed rough. Lift blocks will also make axle wrap more likely.
    I think I will be going with Eibach stage 2 with CB shims and CB +1 shackles. I also run airbags with a self leveling setup run off my onboard air.

    For maintenance other than usual oil/filter, check and grease u-joints, check serp belt, check water pump weep hole for any sign of leakage, check brake pads, change transfer case/front and rear diff oil.
     
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  9. Jul 25, 2021 at 10:23 PM
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    Transmission fluid drain and fill is a good idea, as would be the differentials and transfer case. Letting the coolant out of the radiator and refilling it is pretty easy to do.

    Shake the front driver's side axle where it goes into the diff to see if it wiggles, if so there's a replacement bushing you can tap in to take up that slop.
     
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  10. Jul 27, 2021 at 7:31 PM
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    Bought mine at 103k. Just did the Eibach suspension from Toytec, brake bleed, serp and tensioner, spark plugs, all filters, diff fluids and new tires. Finally starting to feel up to par. Plan on doing valve cover gaskets this weekend and soon thereafter upper and lower ball joints. Feel like I'll be caught up from that joker PO after that.. All the best, get on it!
     
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