[themidnightwill]

Hey All,

Someone in the reluctor/tone wheel discussion mentioned they had bought one when the recall came out to keep on the shelf, just in case. Smart idea. What other parts are people keeping on the shelf just in case?

My truck is getting the reluctor/tone wheel installed now. I'm thinking to assemble a backup package for another tone wheel replacement (I have the flex plate bolts and wiring clip package). Also, the HPFP issue sounds like it's coming up. Looks like buying the parts to that would be a few thousand so I am hesitant to have that on the shelf while waiting for the "real" fix.

What else is a smart idea to have laying around?

Thanks

 

[97hmcs]

What else is a smart idea to have laying around?

Thanks

A Toyota Tundra.

 

[1shadowsabre]

Hey All,

Someone in the reluctor/tone wheel discussion mentioned they had bought one when the recall came out to keep on the shelf, just in case. Smart idea. What other parts are people keeping on the shelf just in case?

My truck is getting the reluctor/tone wheel installed now. I'm thinking to assemble a backup package for another tone wheel replacement (I have the flex plate bolts and wiring clip package). Also, the HPFP issue sounds like it's coming up. Looks like buying the parts to that would be a few thousand so I am hesitant to have that on the shelf while waiting for the "real" fix.

What else is a smart idea to have laying around?

Thanks

If you are having the reluctor wheel replaced it should be with a redesigned part so buy another one if it makes you feel good (if you can find one)
Are you gonna do the HPFP yourself? If not then why buy it? Wait for the recall...
A Cummins in the driveway would be nice, those Tundras are just too ugly for me

 

[themidnightwill]

If you are having the reluctor wheel replaced it should be with a redesigned part so buy another one if it makes you feel good (if you can find one)
Are you gonna do the HPFP yourself? If not then why buy it? Wait for the recall...
A Cummins in the driveway would be nice, those Tundras are just too ugly for me

So if it fails before they have the redesigned part, I don't have it sitting on the lot for months like others in the forum.

 

[1shadowsabre]

So if it fails before they have the redesigned part, I don't have it sitting on the lot for months like others in the forum.

As far as I know all of the tone wheels are the redesigned part to replace the defective ones. There is no redesigned HPFP that you can currently purchase to my knowledge.

 

[TexasJoe]

A Toyota Tundra.

As a Tundra owner I agree 🤠.

 

[SlowRoller]

So if it fails before they have the redesigned part, I don't have it sitting on the lot for months like others in the forum.

There is a case to be made for "cheap insurance", but paying thousands for the old design that's under recall against a very low chance of failure is expensive insurance. If they're in stock for you to buy now, they'd probably be in stock if yours failed.

 

[TexasJoe]

It wasn't too long ago that finding much less paying a reasonable price for the proper Shell Rotella T6 Oil and OEM filters was frustrating. Having a stockpile is a good thing just ask our bud @biodiesel .

 

[Rye&coke]

I just picked this up for $1100 Canadian.....Lots of good parts on there, and a project for me as well. It has a "knock" in the lower end...

 

[MR. TED]

A Toyota Tundra.

LOL ! I could have sold you mine ! What a P.O.S it was .. Thirsty and gutless ...

 

[97hmcs]

LOL ! I could have sold you mine ! What a P.O.S it was .. Thirsty and gutless ...

What year? I don't own one. My SIL does. It's extremely thirsty, but tows well. My neighbor has one with a plow mounted and I was impressed how little the frontend sags with a plow. They both have 2020's

 

[FCAEMPLOYEE]

This is the only part I keep at the ready.

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[biodiesel]

It wasn't too long ago that finding much less paying a reasonable price for the proper Mobil Oil and OEM filters was frustrating. Having a stockpile is a good thing just ask our bud @biodiesel .

Yeah, I've always been one for stocking up, especially when I find good deals. Sometimes it pays off. I just bought 3 years' worth of oil for my 2020. It came out to be $2.85 per quart.

 

[Captainmal]

Extra fuel filter or filters are always under my rear seat.

Don't forget to always carry jumper cables.

 

[namretsud]

Jumper cables, tow strap, torque wrench, shovel, antifreeze, hitch, oil and various hand tools to help out in those needed situations.

 

[keiths487too]

A Toyota Tundra.

I was going to suggest a fire extinguisher or extra fuel depending where you're at on your Eco 😬 😂 😂

 

[Ecosparky]

Lift pump......I'm on my second at almost 285,000kms

 

[biodiesel]

Lift pump......I'm on my second at almost 285,000kms

Are you saying you've replaced the pump twice (three pumps total if you include the factory pump)?

 

[Ecosparky]

Are you saying you've replaced the pump twice (three pumps total if you include the factory pump)?

No sir......on my second pump total.

 

[biodiesel]

What other parts are people keeping on the shelf just in case?

I don't think there's anything wrong with having backup parts waiting on a shelf. But I sometimes think it might be more effective to replace parts as preventative measure instead of waiting for a failure.

I've got a 2015 with 111,000 miles. I'm still covered under the AEM warranty; therefore, I haven't collected any parts yet. Fortunately for me, my tone wheel failed as I was on my way to the dealer for the air bag recall, so that was perfect timing. I've seen a lot of water pumps needing to be replaced in the 90,000 - 120,000-mile range, so that's not a bad thing to have on hand, just make sure you have all the o-rings.

Those who plan to keep their trucks for the long haul (20+ years) probably could benefit from buying parts and saving for expensive repairs (replacement engine, transmission, differential rebuild, etc.).

I have two brand new intakes at home that I bought for cheap. Eventually, I will look at buying a new DPF, a variety of sensors, glow plugs, lift pump, etc. Here's been my cost of ownership since the warranty expired. So far, I haven't used the AEM warranty.

Date	Mileage	Part Description	Part #	Cost
02/11/21	92,313 miles	Water Pump	68211202AB	Warranty
08/10/21	96,304 miles	Front Shocks Rear Shocks Labor	Bilstein 24-187343 4600 series Bilstein 24-187350 4600 series Labor	$204.00 per pair $152.00 per pair $280.00
09/01/21	97,036 miles	Lower Ball Joints Labor Wheel Alignment	N/A Labor	$199.90 $211.46 $119.95
07/20/22	105,715 miles	Driver side CV Axle Labor	68028398AC Labor	$381.89 $211.80
08/27/22	106,964 miles	Rear Cab Exhausters	68323649AB	$12.44 per pair
10/28/22	109,119 miles	Odyssey Battery	ODP-AGM49H8L5	$312.46