| Wow...that was a big PITA ! ! ! ! ! At least it is installed. I have some issues with this kit I wanted to make others aware.
I purchased the ToyTech 1" Differential drop kit (PN: TU-DR-07)
As you can tell from my first post, have fun trying to stabilize and hold on to the nut above the crossmember...If it wasnt for that issue, this would have been a 10 minute job. It would be best to track down very small-handled tools for this job.
1) Called tech support prior to signing online and they stated that they did not have problems installing this kit...maybe I am technically challenged, but I think not.
2) Tech support stated that they shipped extra nuts to use as spares and that I could use the OEM ones...This is NOT true! I had to remove the OEM ones once I noticed that the threads slipped... thread patterns were not the same. USE THE NUTS AND BOLTS FROM THE KIT
3) Make sure you have a flexible magnet so that you can retrieve the nut when you drop it in the corner of the crossmember...dont ask!
4) There were shims supplied for the skid plate...you will want to tape these on for a quick install but a permanent glue will be applied to mine the next time I change my oil so that they will not move again.
5) All three of the rear bolts to be used with the shims/skid plate were not the same. The thread pattern was the same; however, one required a different socket in order to install (Very disappointed to mix and match bolts on my Tundra!)
Overall, the materials seem to be good; however, the different bolt sizes and thread patterns make this a frustrating kit. Best of luck to those that choose this...cheap price but had too many headaches.
I hope that you find this helpful...I sure would have prior to being under the Tundra.
Chadrick |