2006 Taco Soft Springs?

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DP - 09 Jun 2006 03:17 GMT

Hi,

I recently bought a new 2006 Tacoma TRD Off Road and I find the springs
in the rear really soft. Now I do have a cap on the truck that might
weigh a couple of hundred pounds tops. With no more than a couple of
hundred pounds of gear, I notice it squatting a bit in the back. When
I put the trailer on (tounge weight <200 lbs) it is even more
noticeable.

Any one else notice this?

Thanks

Darryl

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M.Paul - 09 Jun 2006 15:49 GMT

Darryl,
I have the same truck. IMO it's the Off Road TRD suspension makes the rear
feel soft. I also have a shell on it, but I do not notice that it squats
too much - even with a load of firewood. You might want to consider this
product:
http://www.supersprings.com/
My neighbor installed them on his truck to reduce the softness and
squatting - he is happy with this product's effect.
Good luck, M.Paul

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DP - 13 Jun 2006 02:20 GMT

Thanks for the reply. I was talking to my dealer the other day and
apparently a TSB is due out in July to address this problem. Not sure
if they are planning on adding a leaf or issuing an entire new set of
springs. We are not alone in our observations.

Darryl

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Steve - 14 Jun 2006 03:08 GMT

Looking to tow a travel trailer with the same vehicle and was told to look
into an "add-a-leaf" kit.
Anyone familiar with these for a 06 Tacoma?

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Bruce L. Bergman - 14 Jun 2006 05:30 GMT

>Looking to tow a travel trailer with the same vehicle and was told to look
>into an "add-a-leaf" kit.
>Anyone familiar with these for a 06 Tacoma?

You don't want them. Add-a-leaf springs are permanent, and not
easily adjustable or removable. If you think the truck rides rough
now when totally empty, stick a few extra springs in the stack and
hold on to your fillings...

You either leave 1,000 pounds of sandbags in the back of the truck
at all times, or start wearing a kidney belt when driving.

Air springs are the hot ticket, totally adjustable in seconds simply
by varying the air pressure. Get the onboard compressor and dashboard
control kit, and you can adjust them on the fly. And if you plumb them
separately, you can adjust for off-center loading.

The website is only updated through the 04 model year for every car
brand I checked, you'll have to call to make sure they will fit an 06.

http://www.riderite.com/

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DP - 26 Jun 2006 16:27 GMT

Steve,

For a travel trailer, I would look at a weight distributing hitch. Not
practical for my situation, but maybe yours...

Darryl

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