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My 2001 TRD Access Cab Repair/Modify Thread

Discussion in '1st Gen Tundras (2000-2006)' started by N84434, Jul 27, 2020.

  1. Jul 19, 2022 at 2:29 PM
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    N84434

    N84434 [OP] In the Frozen Tundra

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    Thanks for the kind words! It's been a very enjoyable journey
     
  2. Aug 4, 2022 at 10:05 AM
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    N84434

    N84434 [OP] In the Frozen Tundra

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    Not so much an update on the truck, but an update on the comment about selling it. I've decided to keep the Tundra and not buy anything else.
    The reality of the situation is this. Do I really need a second (actually 3rd) car? I can't really justify dumping 25-30K on a car that will sit in the garage most of the time.
    Makes little sense.
     
  3. Aug 4, 2022 at 10:58 AM
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    Jack McCarthy

    Jack McCarthy Truck repair enthusiast; Rust Aficionado

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    Not a great time to buy either.
     
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  4. Aug 4, 2022 at 11:19 AM
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    Ehh, yeah, true... I wasn't seeing a vast increase with Cayman prices, but nevertheless, not now. Maybe after I retire....
     
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  5. Aug 4, 2022 at 2:38 PM
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    DesertRoads Telecom Guy

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    LED Lights Galore, My Factory Skid Plate Was Stolen
    Agreed. I paid too much for my '05 Double Cab, but the alternative was a significantly more expensive truck with high payments.
     
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  6. Dec 4, 2022 at 11:33 AM
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    N84434 [OP] In the Frozen Tundra

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    Well, I haven't updated this thread in quite a while, so it's time. I went to use the wipers a few weeks ago and there was nothing. No movement at all. Checked the fuse and it was good, so I thought maybe the motor finally tapped out.
    I pulled the wiper motor out, disconnected the transmission and ran the motor and it did work, but I couldn't move the transmission by hand.
    The right hand wiper mount on the linkage was corroded so badly, it was frozen solid and the rod between the motor and the wiper arm mount was bent.
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    I picked up a used transmission assembly from a yard out in Arizona, as opposed to buying an aftermarket Chinese unit for more money. It came out of a 2002 with 180k on it. I figured an Arizona truck would have decent wiper parts since they don't get much rain...

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    I paid 70.00 for the transmission, and was super pleased with it. Lots of dust, but no rust.

    It's not too bad swapping the parts out. When reinstalling the motor you have to make sure the bracket that bolts onto the motor points to the 3 o'clock position with the dimple pointing up.

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    I greased up the wiper pivots before installing them, just to stave off corrosion

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    Next was just bolting everything in place and ensuring that little arm was clocked correctly. Then put the cowl cover back in place and the wipers back on.

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    closed up and back in business. The neighborhood birds have been using the truck for target practice, so next stop is the car wash...

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    That's it for now...
     
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  7. Oct 8, 2023 at 7:51 PM
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    It's been a minute since I updated this thread, so I will simply say the truck is now in the hands of my son. He needed a vehicle, so we struck a deal. This way I still have access to a Pickup and he has access to a mechanic. There are a few stipulations; Keep it clean, keep the oil updated and let me know when something is not right.

    I'm in the process of looking for a GX470. I figured I'd change things up slightly and find an SUV as a secondary vehicle.

    So, this isn't goodbye, just a slight change.
     
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