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What have you done to your 2.5 gen Tundra today?

Discussion in '2.5 Gen Tundras (2014-2021)' started by T-Rex266, Aug 10, 2014.

  1. Apr 5, 2021 at 1:36 PM
    abomb60

    abomb60 Maker of things

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  2. Apr 5, 2021 at 3:17 PM
    DCB500

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    i am certainly not an expert but logically the more rubber you have between the rim and the road will likely give you a “softer” ride however with 20’s there is plenty of sidewall to get a good ride but that also depends on the type of tires. I have 20” with Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S and they ride very smooth. The biggest issue you will have with damaging wheels is if you are off-roading and you definitely want more tire in that case but just hitting a pothole isn’t going to damage your wheel unless it’s a really bad one, and would probably damage more than just your wheel. For fuel economy, As long as they are good tires and you have them inflated correctly then that shouldn’t impact your mileage much but may actually improve it. I added the rear sway bar first to mine a few weeks ago and made a world of difference....upgraded the front as well and have eliminated most of the body roll, love the way it handles now. But again - I don’t off-road.
     
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  3. Apr 5, 2021 at 3:46 PM
    FISHN43

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    Added bedside “TRD Pro” letters.

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  4. Apr 5, 2021 at 4:05 PM
    mack_22

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    Bilstein 5100. 295/70/18 Ridge Grapplers.
    Upgraded the shoes today380F76F4-AA45-4491-ABAF-BF408ACBBA53.jpg7D30803C-728C-483F-9F15-8A24BA2207C9.jpg
     
  5. Apr 5, 2021 at 5:04 PM
    jatatum36

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    @WestexSBK, Yes, I did see your wheels, they look great!
     
  6. Apr 5, 2021 at 5:08 PM
    jatatum36

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    Thanks for the feedback @DCB500! Noted.
     
  7. Apr 5, 2021 at 5:31 PM
    DCB500

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    :thumbsup:
     
  8. Apr 5, 2021 at 5:46 PM
    BassBlaster

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    They look great/mean man!

     
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  9. Apr 5, 2021 at 5:51 PM
    WestexSBK

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    Welcome. What’s the specs of your suspension and wheels/tires?

     
  10. Apr 5, 2021 at 6:00 PM
    nhw544

    nhw544 Food fight!

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    Installed the TRD rear sway bar today. Pretty straightforward install. Haven’t tested it out yet, but I’ve got a few days in the N.C. mountains coming up, so looking forward to seeing how it handles those turns now with this added on.
     
  11. Apr 5, 2021 at 6:06 PM
    mack_22

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    Front: Bilstein 5100 Top Setting. Rear: Stock
    Wheels: 18” Method 316 +18 offset.
    Tires : Nitto Ridge Grapplers. 295/70/18
     
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  12. Apr 5, 2021 at 6:06 PM
    100LL

    100LL smells better than Jet-A

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    Potatoes.
    Sorry for the delay boys! It's a Mavic Mini 2.
     
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  13. Apr 5, 2021 at 6:11 PM
    Tundra234

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    Nice. I have the original mavic pro but the camera image is horrible. I didn't have that issue when I had the first one before it crashed.
     
  14. Apr 5, 2021 at 7:50 PM
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    Biggest concern of mine with having 20s was making sure I had enough sidewall so when I swipe a curb I don't jack up the rims. I do, and love I don't have to worry much if I cut a corner too sharp.
     
  15. Apr 5, 2021 at 7:52 PM
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    So do I. I love the stance etc. What are the specs, tire size and lift?. That looks damn near perfect to me.
     
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  16. Apr 6, 2021 at 6:48 AM
    2020TundraVooDooBlue

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  17. Apr 6, 2021 at 7:24 AM
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    Looks good. I am assuming that these were chrome before. What did you do for prep, and what did you use for the paint / covering material
     
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  18. Apr 6, 2021 at 7:25 AM
    JoshuaA

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  19. Apr 6, 2021 at 7:56 AM
    RobertD

    RobertD SSEM#123, ASCM#4 "I call it Vera" ~Jayne Cobb

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    I'm pretty sure he just used plastidip. All you need to do is clean the surface and then you can spray once the surface is dry. There are a few threads on using the plastidip to paint bumper ends.
     
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  20. Apr 6, 2021 at 9:30 AM
    2020TundraVooDooBlue

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    Updated my post to show everything I used...
     
  21. Apr 6, 2021 at 9:50 AM
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    Looks really good, can't wait to see how it holds up for you. I'm thinking of doing the same thing to mine. Plus, I was going to buy some anyway to do the interior center console glare pieces that have been killing me when I drive south at the right time of day.
     
  22. Apr 6, 2021 at 10:29 AM
    Tundra234

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    Use SEM Trim black for the interior. It won't have that lingering paint smell once it's dry.
     
  23. Apr 6, 2021 at 10:34 AM
    MARanger

    MARanger Lost in the woods

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    Ordered a Diamondback cover with Frontrunner rack system
     
  24. Apr 6, 2021 at 10:35 AM
    3rdTundra

    3rdTundra Hay Hauler

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  25. Apr 6, 2021 at 10:41 AM
    SoCalRandy

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    I like that!!
    Where did you get the aftermarket grille insert from? And did you have to buy the TSS sensor bracket separately?
     
  26. Apr 6, 2021 at 10:58 AM
    2020TundraVooDooBlue

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    yep, that is the goal this weekend. get the front bumper caps and the grill done.

    This time i will take better before/during/after pictures.

    I highly recommend HyperDip. Much easier to use than PlastiDip. Great product.
     
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  27. Apr 6, 2021 at 11:17 AM
    Astom22

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    Can't wait to see how your grille turns out, I contemplated doing this to mine and just having it all red with black. I have thought about just doing the bumpers and leaving the chrome around the grille too. I know we don't have the same color truck, but it will be easier to decide after seeing yours finished out.

    How much Hyperdip did you use on the back bumper, just a single can?
     
  28. Apr 6, 2021 at 11:17 AM
    Barrett50

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    Interesting. I might give it a try. Any tips and ddi you use the protective coat they sell as well?
     
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  29. Apr 6, 2021 at 11:20 AM
    PKFan

    PKFan my pronouns are (she/it) - c'mon, say it fast

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    Stop it. Every time I read one of these Diamondback posts I start to reach for my wallet.
     
  30. Apr 6, 2021 at 11:28 AM
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