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Originally Posted by LMJD
I'm not buying that one. Toyota's aware of the problem and they're covered and being replaced under warranty. Besides the guys who've had theirs warrantied, my selling dealer's service manager told me personally mine was covered if it cracked due to ATV loading, etc. He DID mention abuse, like dropping a 1200 lb. round bale on it, like any brand, you're on your own on a deal like that. Secondly, it's not even a 2006 year problem, they never made a 1/2 ton then. However there was a warranty TSB on Tacoma tailgates but that was for a different problem than the current Tundras.
NCfarmboy, I was watching the Detroit auto show on TV last night, and to add to your confusion, they said the new F-150s have been totally re-designed and they spoke highly of it.
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Well I'll be sure to tell him how your story worked out; I'm sure that will replace the money that came out of his wallet to replace the tailgate. Take yours to the Toyota dealer in Richmond and see if your dealer's "guarantee" holds water there; somehow I'm guessing I know how that will turn out. As i said, I think it is a nice truck, and he does have the new half ton version. It's quiet, rides nice, fit and finish is nice and I'll bet money that after 4 years on a farm it won't be worth a darn. Engine and trans might still be there, might, but the sheet metal and the interior darn sure won't; though the new tailgate every few months will still look good.
