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Well, damn. Need a new transmission.

Discussion in 'General Tundra Discussion' started by Kerch71, Dec 6, 2019.

  1. Dec 7, 2019 at 11:28 AM
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    Kerch71

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    Yep, changed the fluid last year I think. Certainly not driven easy by me or previous owner.
     
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  2. Dec 7, 2019 at 1:05 PM
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    I bought my Tundra to do truck stuff. Off-roading, towing, and hauling fits into that truck space. Sweet rig IMO.

     
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  3. Dec 7, 2019 at 1:48 PM
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    Thanks! I bought it for off-road and as my daily driver. Fast and powerful and great off-road.
     
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  4. Dec 7, 2019 at 2:19 PM
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    Did I knock it? No. I run my truck hard as well, breaking multiple half shafts, probably 10 dents and getting all 4 off the ground regularly. I smell my trans when I turn my truck off and is the reason for a flush at less than 60k miles. The OP's transmission has been properly used so it's probably expected.
     
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  5. Dec 7, 2019 at 3:53 PM
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    LMAO
     
  6. Dec 7, 2019 at 5:18 PM
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    Really appreciate the offer. I'd like to do it myself, but I honestly don't have the time and I'm driving it to Florida in 2 weeks.
     
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  7. Dec 7, 2019 at 8:08 PM
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    Look for some property for me while you’re down there. Cape Coral is nice...so I’ve heard.
     
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  8. Dec 8, 2019 at 5:33 AM
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    Not nearly enough room here!
    Maybe like a Barbed Wire Toilet Seat?
     
  9. Dec 8, 2019 at 2:47 PM
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    I lived just north of Cape Coral for 5 years in Punta Gorda/Port Charlotte. I'll look around for you.:thumbsup:
     
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  10. Dec 16, 2019 at 8:26 AM
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    @Kerch71 - Any updates on the trans?
     
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  11. Dec 16, 2019 at 8:59 AM
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    I'm waiting to get it back, should be today. It's been 2 freakin weeks today. Needless to say, these bozos will not be getting any recommendations from me. Should've just taken it to the dealership.
     
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  12. Dec 16, 2019 at 9:02 AM
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    Well crap.

    Hope you have time to do a review and breakdown of costs.

    I had a similar nightmare with my dodge NV5600 rebuild. One week turned into three, and if I even asked what was going on, they flat out said “you can come get the pile of parts and tow your junk to another shop whenever you like..”
    Karma is a bitch though. The owner came across fraud charges and now is in prison.
     
  13. Dec 16, 2019 at 9:02 AM
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    Glad to hear it's getting wrapped up, that's a long time to wait.
     
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  14. Dec 16, 2019 at 9:40 AM
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    The worst feeling for sure. Now I search reviews like the NSA.
     
  15. Dec 16, 2019 at 4:58 PM
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    Well, it's a Christmas freakin miracle! Got my rig back, transmission definitely feels tighter and much more responsive. But, I guess it should considering the cost. Whatever, just glad to get it back. Live and learn.:thumbsup:
    I'll post the cost breakdown when I get the chance. BTW, OEM transmissions only have a 1 year unlimited warranty, at least in my 07. Wow. Don't do me any favors.o_O
     
  16. Dec 16, 2019 at 5:03 PM
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    Amen to that, Ron. Helpless for sure.
     
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