Being curious about the Honda Ridgeline, I originally posted a thread over at the Ridgeline Owners Club to see what people who owned it and what they had to say about it.
To say the least, there wasn't a single negative comment about it. I was surprised, yet I wasn't. It is a very interesting vehicle and I might get one as a second vehicle down the line or sell my parents on getting one to replace their extremely thirsty 2003 Ford F-150 with it's Triton 5.4L V8 engine.
I'm curious as to who here would recommend their Tundra to non-Toyota owners, and if you would not, why. Please feel free to comment or add your suggestions.
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I would recomend a newer Tundra rather than an older one. Like an 03 or 04 since the problems that I have with my 01 were worked out by then.
My friend here at school has an 06 ridgeline and he gave me a ride yesterday. It rides nice and is quite as all get out. I like it, but it is not much of a truck except for the small bed in the rear. Now he likes it but it is not very truck like.
It all depends on what kind of truck a person needs. The tundra fits me well for it's size, power and payload. It's to big for others and for some it's far to small.
__________________ David~2001 Toyota Tundra 4X4 TRD SR5~SSautochrome headers~Single 2.5" exhaust w/ Flowmaster 50 series delta flow muffler~K&N FIPK intake system w/True-flow filter~ASP underdrive pulley~Hellwig Anti-Sway Bar(removed)~Powertrax No-slip~Bilstein 5100 front and rear w/ Deaver 10 pack~Diff breather mod~255/85 BFG M/T on Wheelers Black Steelies Type B~Custom Rocksliders~Skid Row front skid plate~Custom Transfer case skid plate
I would recomend a newer Tundra rather than an older one. Like an 03 or 04 since the problems that I have with my 01 were worked out by then.
My friend here at school has an 06 ridgeline and he gave me a ride yesterday. It rides nice and is quite as all get out. I like it, but it is not much of a truck except for the small bed in the rear. Now he likes it but it is not very truck like.
It all depends on what kind of truck a person needs. The tundra fits me well for it's size, power and payload. It's to big for others and for some it's far to small.
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I agree with you the 00 to 02 Tundra was a Pos On issues not to mention 03 was the year Toyota phased In the Updated brakes and also killed it with those cheap plastic bumper's (urge). Quality on the first year run Took away from the Tundra total ownership experience for example poor plastic on the interior benzel panel black turning to a white color spots On the black Benzel and certain interior trim that is Not up to Toyota high standards. On a side Note Toyota did help owners like me On the first Run But even still I wouldnt Buy a first gen Tundra esp with the all new 07 Coming out. Far as me refering my friends to a Toyota Tundra I would let them be the judge of that prob most my friend with full sized truck have GM. Ford and chevy and wouldnt be seen driving a jap american made Toyota Tundra yea I get it from the big 3 owners (urge)..
Well i dont know what the problems everyone is talking about but I have an 01 and have had only problems that me or my dad have caused, unless you count usual stuff like oil, brakes, tires but those arent problems. I would def recommend it
Well i dont know what the problems everyone is talking about but I have an 01 and have had only problems that me or my dad have caused, unless you count usual stuff like oil, brakes, tires but those arent problems. I would def recommend it
The 00 to 02 tranny OD planitary gears were known to shread and cause tranny faliure. I have been lucky so far....but this problem was fixed by Toyota in when the 03's came around. Also the brake shudder....there is a TSB for that though. Of course there is normal wear and tear to every truck. But you know how it is with new vehicles....bugs gota be worked out. So that's why I wouldn't recomend a first gen Tundra. Though I do love mine
__________________ David~2001 Toyota Tundra 4X4 TRD SR5~SSautochrome headers~Single 2.5" exhaust w/ Flowmaster 50 series delta flow muffler~K&N FIPK intake system w/True-flow filter~ASP underdrive pulley~Hellwig Anti-Sway Bar(removed)~Powertrax No-slip~Bilstein 5100 front and rear w/ Deaver 10 pack~Diff breather mod~255/85 BFG M/T on Wheelers Black Steelies Type B~Custom Rocksliders~Skid Row front skid plate~Custom Transfer case skid plate
I have a 89 Toyota P/U with 370,000 miles it, thats right. Original engine, transmission and clutch. Heck, the original belts lasted 212,000. For these reasons is why I purchased an 05 Tundra DC. The name says it all, why wouldn't I recommend anything else.
I have a 89 Toyota P/U with 370,000 miles it, thats right. Original engine, transmission and clutch. Heck, the original belts lasted 212,000. For these reasons is why I purchased an 05 Tundra DC. The name says it all, why wouldn't I recommend anything else.
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I had a similiar experience in my 95 Toyota Pickup (non-tacoma) SR5 (now the limited trim) 4WD. The truck was the absolute BEST in reliablilty though the 3.0 slo V6 left little to be desired power & mod wise. However, it never failed (gaskets neither ) for close to 170K and it still on the road today
Second time around I went Tundra but it is by know means close to my trusted 95 Toy. Maybe the fact I had a J -series VIN (Japan-made) had something to do with it? Please do not take this as anti-domestic or american for I'm serving my country as I type this...BUT the little things in the Tundra make me beg the question "What were they thinking???" The seats are terrible. Please Please Toyota bring back the 7-way sport seat. There is WAY to much plastic, the interior is somewhat cheap (latches, seat belt mechanisms, door panel trim) & what the heck happened to the radio system?
Despite all that, I guess I would have to vote yes to recommend the vehicle. It is much better compared to others, I'm hoping the new design will bring back some of those old memories for me.
My brother has a new F-150 crew cab. Really appears to be a well-built pickup, much prettier (olive & grey) than my vanilla white '03 access cab.
I've had one problem with the Tundra, which was generally isolated in the 2003 4WD series: The front axle assembly was replaced under the powertrain warranty, and Messer's in Lubbock seems to have done it right. Apparently Toyota got a bad batch of front differentials from Spicer, I think it was...and Spicer's stuff is usually top-notch.
Yeah, I really do like my brothers Ford...but if I was getting another 1/2 ton tomorrow, I'd get another V-8 Tundra...but in a prettier color!
I really like the Ridgeline - It is a very nice Honda that does many things well.
If it were a little more truck like I would buy a certified pre-owned one in a heartbeat.
I recommend the Tundra to all that need a super reliable medium duty PU
Let me explain my reason for a “NO” vote. I have owned numerous Toyota trucks and Land Cruisers over the last forty years and with the exception of one 1976 LC that needed piston rings at regular 35,000 mile intervals, they have all been extremely reliable. My 2001 Tacoma 4X4 TRD had nearly 100,000 miles before the ball joint recall without a single failure. My 2005 Tundra 4X4 TRD Extra Cab has been a different story all together. Problems started at approximately 5000 miles when one of the AC hose fittings began leaking. Only some quick thinking by the service manager saved me from invoking the lemon law. At about the same time, bumping and popping noises began somewhere in the chassis but several inspections have turned up nothing. It happens anytime that the truck goes over the slightest irregularity at an angle and is more noticeable at slow speed. The sound travels through the frame, making impossible to locate. It reminds me of an earthquake. Something is under stress and then it gives. At 10,000 miles the Bilstein shock on the right rear failed and I was disappointed that it was not the cause of the bump and pop. From years of off road driving, I am convinced that whatever part is causing the noise will eventually fall off and the problem will go away but until then, I wouldn’t recommend the Tundra to anyone.
I really like the Ridgeline - It is a very nice Honda that does many things well.
If it were a little more truck like I would buy a certified pre-owned one in a heartbeat.
I recommend the Tundra to all that need a super reliable medium duty PU
Im not sure I like the Ridgeline if Honda had better styling elements used on there newest Truck I would buy one over the Toyota IN a heartbeet but styling does sell and I dont care for Honda suv's like the Element .In fact the only Honda I would buy is the Pilot and the 2 door accord ex Nav like my dad's. Honda makes good car's thought My brother 02 civic ex and my dads new 06 accord ex nav has been built very well...
Would you recommend the Toyota Tundra?
David~2001 Toyota Tundra 4X4 TRD SR5~SSautochrome headers~Single 2.5" exhaust w/ Flowmaster 50 series delta flow muffler~K&N FIPK intake system w/True-flow filter~ASP underdrive pulley~Hellwig Anti-Sway Bar(removed)~Powertrax No-slip~Bilstein 5100 front and rear w/ Deaver 10 pack~Diff breather mod~255/85 BFG M/T on Wheelers Black Steelies Type B~Custom Rocksliders~Skid Row front skid plate~Custom Transfer case skid plate
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Re: Would you recommend the Toyota Tundra?
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