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Stock FistGen MOD suggestions

Discussion in '1st Gen Tundras (2000-2006)' started by ablacksmith, Apr 1, 2019.

  1. Apr 1, 2019 at 8:04 PM
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    ablacksmith

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    I’ve got a 2006 4x4 SR5 Tundra DoubleCab truck. Just purchased last week. It’ll be my daily driver and secondhand farm vehicle. I’ve dedicated my old 2001 F250 Triton v10 for towing and hauling on the farm, so I’d like to keep this one ‘clean’. That being said, if it’s gotta haul or tow, a truck is always gotta be up for truck duties.

    I’m looking for suggestions to increase its off-road capabilities, towing capacity, camping comfort, and overall sleek-ass-coolness. I’m a first time Toyota owner, long time lover. I plan on holding on to this truck until I can give it to my daughter as her first vehicle (she’s 5).

    Plasti-dipped chrome decals and grill is gonna be a must. Blacked out camper and back window tints would be nice. A bully bar over the front end would look mean, but I’d love to hear what you all think! Please provide links to purchase pages if possible.

    Let the crowdsourced creativity begin!!!

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  2. Apr 2, 2019 at 7:52 AM
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    Professional Hand Model A.K.A ‘Golden Hands’

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    Check out the ‘What Have You Done’ section for some ideas and info. There is also a seperate ‘Build’ section from which you can gain ideas. Too much to recommend and its all up to your budget.

    In my case, I had to rebuild the tired front end suspension via a shop (seems to be a theme at the 12-15 year old mark). Basically, everything is a new stock set up. A rear Hellwig 7700 Swaybar helps with towing. Keep all your fluids clean. Tint with a ceramic type film.

    Sky is the limit. Plenty of good posters here that are helpful.
     
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  3. Apr 2, 2019 at 6:20 PM
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    I’m not a topper fan but love the truck.

    One thing I really like about all the trucks I’ve seen on the 1st generation side is moderation. Nothing too extreme which is fine by me. Kinda shocking actually, but very nice.
     
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  4. Apr 2, 2019 at 6:59 PM
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    Darkness

    Darkness Allergic to white

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    It's really dark
    Black paint would do wonders. :boink:
     
  5. Apr 2, 2019 at 7:29 PM
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    Aerindel

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    New to the tundra game....but I'm adding rear air bags at this very moment as the (springs) as it sags way too much with a load.

    Next is going to be a flatbed, roll bar/heavy duty lumber/light rack and 'armored' bumper instead of the piece of tin it has on it right now.

    Already done: replaced all interior and dash bulbs with LED's.
     
  6. Apr 2, 2019 at 7:34 PM
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    Sunnier

    Sunnier Pity the warrior that slays all his foes

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    Yeah, start working your way though the "What have you done to your 1st gen today" thread. Also, for a badass off-road poster truck, check out builds by @Casper421 and @Rheywood456. Both have done way more than most of us need, but they're filled with great mod ideas!
     
  7. Apr 2, 2019 at 7:36 PM
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    Sunnier

    Sunnier Pity the warrior that slays all his foes

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    Yeah, um. I don't really do moderation. I'm hoping mine will be over the top, worth the wait. :angrygirl:
     
  8. Apr 2, 2019 at 7:41 PM
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    Casper421

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  9. Apr 2, 2019 at 7:59 PM
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    Sunnier

    Sunnier Pity the warrior that slays all his foes

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    Haha! Yeah, me neither. It feels like a long time comin'. Here's some recent progress though, teaser shots:
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    Front is mostly together. Bruce put the fenders on today. Plans to pull the bed off and start pulling the back apart this week to start install this weekend. :transformer:
     
  10. Apr 2, 2019 at 8:11 PM
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    Casper421

    Casper421 Toyota RidgeTrac driver!

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    Is that the 2.5” or 3” spacer lift? Are you running the 5100’s on the top notch?

    That’s what I was waiting for! Looks like Hulk has skipped a few leg days.
     
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  11. Apr 2, 2019 at 8:32 PM
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    Sunnier Pity the warrior that slays all his foes

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    Hahahaha, I was all, "whut?!! Spacer lift?" LOL. Yes, 5100's on the top notch. Hoping to fit 37's but don't want a CMC.
     
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  12. Apr 2, 2019 at 8:33 PM
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    Sunnier Pity the warrior that slays all his foes

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    Yeah, my trainers gonna start me on legs this weekend. :rofl:
     
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  13. Apr 2, 2019 at 8:40 PM
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    Why no cmc?
     
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  14. Apr 2, 2019 at 8:45 PM
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    Casper421 Toyota RidgeTrac driver!

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    Is the cv shaft hitting the lca?
     
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  15. Apr 2, 2019 at 9:03 PM
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    Sunnier

    Sunnier Pity the warrior that slays all his foes

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    I'm kidding. Like you're kidding about these being 5100's.

    I don't care how it sits, whether it's level, or even that the fenders don't match and the paint is worn through. I want it to perform well for technical rock crawling or chasing crazy SGU yahoos and BAsTRD's through pole line whoops. :thumbsup:

    So I'm putting 33's on because I'm sure they'll fit, but if it needs a CMC for this size, or because we go bigger later, we'll do it. I'm a little freaked out by how narrow the hips look compared to the shoulders... but can't dedicate extra money or time now for what is essentially preference over necessity. I've heard Bruce's plans for the truck long-term and, well, getting the suspension dialed in is just the 1st of several stages. :benchpress:
     
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  16. Apr 2, 2019 at 9:10 PM
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    Sunnier Pity the warrior that slays all his foes

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    No but it's close. You can kinda see in these pics, everything's assembled but not dialed in. We had to throw the wheel spacers that were on before back on, and still have to route and bleed brake lines, do alignment.... As I said, they're teaser pics. This weekend should be good for progress on the back, then we'll start dialing everything in.
     
  17. Apr 2, 2019 at 9:26 PM
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    What is this CV shaft you speak of? :notsure:
     
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  18. Apr 3, 2019 at 4:18 AM
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    Toothpicks that make the front wheels spin.
     
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  19. Apr 3, 2019 at 9:14 AM
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  20. Apr 4, 2019 at 1:08 AM
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    Sunnier Pity the warrior that slays all his foes

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    Hey, Riley, what are you using to hold a phone or tablet go off-road navigation? Anything? I keep hearing hondo but can't find confirmation they'll work with a 1st gen Tundra....
     
  21. Apr 4, 2019 at 4:34 AM
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    I think yours is different though. It looks way more functional and less yee, haw!
     
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  22. Apr 4, 2019 at 6:40 AM
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    :popcorn:
     
  23. Apr 4, 2019 at 6:41 AM
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    Casper421 Toyota RidgeTrac driver!

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    Yee, haw?
     
  24. Apr 4, 2019 at 7:56 AM
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    Sunnier Pity the warrior that slays all his foes

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    :notsure: "Yee, haw!"?

    Whatever that is sounds fun, and I'll probably want to try it! So I hope the truck will function well in 'yee haw!' situations. :thumbsup:
    :mudding::burnrubber:
     
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  25. Apr 4, 2019 at 7:17 PM
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    I use a RAM Suction Cup / Phone Mount. It’s super solid. I put it on Christmas Day and it’s stuck ever since! Quality stuff

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  26. Apr 4, 2019 at 7:22 PM
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    Sunnier Pity the warrior that slays all his foes

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    Thank you. Going to check this out....
     
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  27. Apr 10, 2019 at 10:06 AM
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    Hooptytrix Squeaky Chicken

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    I'm a big fan of the 3 inch body lift. Aside from looks, it makes working on the trucks underside a little easier.
     
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