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What have you done to your 1st gen Tundra today?

Discussion in '1st Gen Tundras (2000-2006)' started by T-Rex266, Sep 7, 2015.

  1. Dec 16, 2020 at 1:17 PM
    abcinv

    abcinv OEM (+) Junkie

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    Thanks!, I'll go take some measurements. And to answer the previous question - yes, the handle is in this position when the cover is clamped securely to the bedrail.
     
  2. Dec 16, 2020 at 1:31 PM
    Casper421

    Casper421 Toyota RidgeTrac driver!

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    @abcinv Found a pic on my phone, hope it helps:
    F52C6D8D-94E4-4D36-8628-C9D130D1902A.jpg
     
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  3. Dec 16, 2020 at 1:39 PM
    assassin10000

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    Remote start alarm Removed keyless entry piezo Qi phone charger & dash mount Subaru underseat subwoofer Hopkins Easylift Steering wheel audio controls No-tenna mod 3/4 adhesive anti-rattle shim D/S door
    Drilled some holes to install a hopkins easylift torsion bar.



    I drilled the bedside hole 5/16" lower than the recommended 3 3/4" mark, this kept the bar from rubbing against the hinge.

    IMG_20201215_125240.jpg

    Used some rustoleum gunmetal spray paint I had laying around, sprayed onto the box and used a q-tip to apply to the freshly drilled holes.

    IMG_20201215_125246.jpg

    Holds the weight of the tailgate and plastic bedliner cover by itself.

    IMG_20201215_131901.jpg

    It actually holds it so well that it doesn't fully drop flat. You can tell by the cables, it still has an inch or so to drop.

    Maybe if I had drilled the tailgate hole about 1/2" further down it may not have done this. I'll probably have to weaken it with some heat or remove it and twist it some.

    IMG_20201215_132308.jpg


    I can close the tailgate with one finger now, thats pretty nice.
     
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  4. Dec 16, 2020 at 1:43 PM
    abcinv

    abcinv OEM (+) Junkie

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    It does, thanks!
    My handle and your rear clamp seem to be in about the same position (see pic 1). I can adjust the handle so I can tuck it in closer to the bed (see pic 2). So the only question; is there enough room behind your box for the handle to tuck. The handle extends down 6" from the bottom of the bedrail so it's too long to leave straight down, or so seems by looking at your pic.

    [​IMG]

    [​IMG]
     
  5. Dec 16, 2020 at 2:46 PM
    chrisb

    chrisb scumbag

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    I wouldn't. I'd just let the metal in the bed/tailgate fatigue naturally a bit and let the spring 'settle'. There's a lot of leverage on that spring with the gate all the way down/open.
     
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  6. Dec 16, 2020 at 2:56 PM
    bassman417

    bassman417 "Tundra Time". My favorite time of day...

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    I'm probably going to replace both front Drl and blinker housings first since they are held tight with zip ties and get full of moisture after a wash or rain....(whatever that is).
    I figure this will buy me some time and if they cloud up again, i will polish them again cuz it was ez-pz and i got more discs and polish left. I'm getting my 13 bucks worth out of this shit.
     
  7. Dec 16, 2020 at 3:00 PM
    chrisb

    chrisb scumbag

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    I was going to like this post, but your flagrant disrespect for the AC prevents me from doing so. :D
     
  8. Dec 16, 2020 at 3:01 PM
    Professional Hand Model

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    The second polish isn’t as pretty iirc when I did mine. Its like a one and done. Still have the little 3M buffer pad for my drill!
     
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  9. Dec 16, 2020 at 3:18 PM
    Professional Hand Model

    Professional Hand Model A.K.A ‘Golden Hands’

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    Trying to name this picture. First thought was ‘Textures’ then I was thinking ‘Black Gold Peak Earth Splash’. Might use this to fund raise $ for my ‘Non-Profit’. Is it artsy? Best answer wins a free pair of used Hand Model Gloves.

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  10. Dec 16, 2020 at 3:20 PM
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    Greta?

    Pollution?

    The future?
     
  11. Dec 16, 2020 at 3:20 PM
    Professional Hand Model

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    3 strikes. Next batter...:rofl:
     
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  12. Dec 16, 2020 at 3:21 PM
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  13. Dec 16, 2020 at 3:24 PM
    abcinv

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    hitch lubed like crazy for no good reason??
     
  14. Dec 16, 2020 at 3:29 PM
    FrenchToasty

    FrenchToasty The Desert rat, 6 lug enthusiast

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    Haha after I got the mail and was walking by my truck after work, I looked at my ball hitch and thought to myself “ do I need grease?”
     
  15. Dec 16, 2020 at 3:52 PM
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    It'll be years probably before the spring looses that much tension if I leave it alone. Since I don't leave the tailgate down and I'm not using the truck daily.

    Also there's nothing in the tailgate/bed that will fatigue.
     
  16. Dec 16, 2020 at 3:58 PM
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    fuck, and I though my frame had waves :bucket:
     
  17. Dec 16, 2020 at 4:02 PM
    FrenchToasty

    FrenchToasty The Desert rat, 6 lug enthusiast

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    Soft whisper
     
  18. Dec 16, 2020 at 4:11 PM
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    You grease your balls like you grease your frame.
    Nice work
     
  19. Dec 16, 2020 at 7:16 PM
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    1. crusty old Ball hITCH.
    2. keep it greasy so it will tow down easy...
    3.molten Tundra tow Knob.
     
  20. Dec 16, 2020 at 7:34 PM
    jpink

    jpink Aspiring Shade Tree Mechanic

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    Drove it a bunch and noticed I now get a 3x Maint Reqd light when turning it on. So I ordered a Veepak OBDII dongle.
     
  21. Dec 17, 2020 at 4:34 AM
    Professional Hand Model

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    Thank you to all of you that responded with a sense of humor. :rofl: So the Award Winner will be announced tonight 6pm St. Bart time. Any last minute guesses will still be considered.

    My last minute guess:

    Wurrld Grease

    Will I award myself the gift? Stay tuned.
     
  22. Dec 17, 2020 at 4:52 AM
    FrenchToasty

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    That’s your oil change reminder, it will go solid soon when the timer is up
     
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  23. Dec 17, 2020 at 4:57 AM
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  24. Dec 17, 2020 at 5:39 AM
    FirstGenVol

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    Your pictures are not showing up. I'll snap some pics showing space behind the box but I can already tell from Chris's pics that your double cab bed has more room than mine.
     
  25. Dec 17, 2020 at 5:44 AM
    FirstGenVol

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    Does anyone remember which plug is the DRL?

    1217200817.jpg
     
  26. Dec 17, 2020 at 5:51 AM
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    :anonymous:
     
  27. Dec 17, 2020 at 5:52 AM
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    The reminder is usually set for every 5k FYI, so you don’t HAVE to change the oil depending on your driving habits
     
  28. Dec 17, 2020 at 7:51 AM
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    For anyone curious, it's the bigger one mounted to the side of the fender. Just got it disconnected.
     
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  29. Dec 17, 2020 at 8:23 AM
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    I bought this stuff and respray every 6 months. It's been a year so far since I did the 3m kit and the headlights are still clear.

    MEGUIAR'S G17804 Keep Clear Headlight Coating
     
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  30. Dec 17, 2020 at 8:44 AM
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    I'm having this weird issue in my sequoia where my fan feels like it's blowing cold air if my fan is on 1, if I turn it up higher then it's fine. I'm wondering if maybe my blend door is partially stuck. Any other ideas.

    Also, where is the blend door, I looked online at some parts diagrams, but couldn't see it.
     

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