What have you done to your 2.5 gen Tundra today?

So, a few days ago I scheduled an appointment with a shop to get the Falcons installed on the 19th, and shortly thereafter was able to get a hold of David Ekstrom for a set of the +2 Coachbuilder shackles. My plan is this:

• Falcons set on level, even though I prefer rake
• Shackles add 1.25" of rear lift to get some rake back
• Future bed rack and RTT will likely take away some of that rake
• Future C4 Fab Hybrid bumper should get the rake back
• When I tow my RZR (4000 lbs. at most) I shouldn't be nose high at any point

Anyone seeing a major error in my thinking? The bumper is way off in the future, but the RTT and bed rack I am hoping to do before next summer. I want to start taking advantage of my 7 on 7 off work schedule. Even if I just pop over to the lake for a day or two or roll up into the mountains to get away. My truck will be my Escape Vehicle for the times when I just want to get away.


There's a couple other threads I'm copying this post to, just because it's semi relevant to them and I'm lazy. Don't think you're crazy if you read this more than once.

 

@jackienguyener How those Timbren Bumbstops working? Where there hard to install? Im in the market also to buy them, but i notice they have 2 types the Regular and the Off Road, they look alike. I tow a RV, but it docent sag but im trading it in for a longer one so maybe this Bumbstops might help

 

Has anyone install a new radiator for the Tundra? been looking in the Forum and havent seen no one post in this subject. I have a 2014, never have had any problems but Im fixing to hit 120K on it so was wondering if its time especially because I tow a RV. Any info yall let me know

 

That truck looks amazing. What's the secret sauce there? I have no detailing skills...yet.

 

Found this thread. OP might be able to help you. https://www.tundras.com/threads/radiator-leak-questions-real-time-help-needed.79304/

 

Baby steps. First mod. Blacked out the "TUNDRA" on the tail gate. Next up - front end chrome delete.

 

I love white 3G Tundras. Imperial StormTroopers from The Dark Side.

Barcelona Red Metallica over here from the rebel alliance.

 

Real easy install , took me about 30min to do. All plug n play..

the mirrors are AWESOME! Easy install! Took me about 30min to do..

 

Love mine.
https://www.tundras.com/threads/caseys-2021-lunar-rock-trd-pro-build.77317/page-9#post-2116893

 

if you’re going to delete the chrome on the front, might as well remove the tiny bit of chrome on the rear…that 4x4 emblem is a dust trap and counter intuitive to the white and black at the front/rear imo.

Also, had just washed my truck before removing; maybe should’ve gone reverse order, but didn’t think about it until I was done washing.

 

Definitely better without that, for sure, but my truck doesn't have it. If it did, I would either remove it or black it out.

 

Good call. My truck doesn't have that emblem, but if it did, I would either remove it or black it out.

 

The active off-road bump stops are a lot smaller and softer to help absorb hard hits and bumps. The SES is larger and firmer to help support payload or towing.

 

trying to decide what I do with the 1794 side badge, chrome door handles, and chrome headlights…mine is a 2017 so doesn’t have the black housing on the headlights. I don’t entirely mind the chrome handles on the white (would definitely have to go on a dark color) and am indifferent with the 1794 badge in the sense that it breaks up the side panel a bit.

Curious if you’re leaving the side of your truck alone, or changing out to color keyed handles and debadge?

 

I haven't decided about the chrome on the sides. I think I can live with the door handles, though I don't like the hand prints on them. I may address the mirrors but will decide after doing the front end. A little chrome here and there is okay, but there is such a thing as too much!

As for the 1794 badge. I'm still on the fence there too. I will either just leave it or replace it with the normal 5.7 badge. I know its petty, but I specifically purchased a 2021 rather than waiting for a 2022 because of the V8, so I feel like there should be a V8 badge somewhere on the truck!

 

Faux Pro grill insert installed today. I was on the fence about running it but it really does look good.

 

Where'd you aquire that from

 

yeah, I’d say if you remove the 1794, leave without…the V8 gets heard every time you step on the gas. Makes me smile every time I hear it next to newer Fords

 

MC auto parts online. They sell the insert & garnish for $250. 0 error codes so far.

 

Here you go:

https://mcautoparts.com/products/tu...MI0peJ8-WY8gIVR6GGCh3UtADBEAQYASABEgIXsPD_BwE

 

Installed the Valhalla shield yesterday. Very nice fit. Hard to get pictures, but it is nice and looks great!

 

LOL...good point!

 

Put the GM mirrors on.

 

Looks awesome with the amber front lighting.
So many ?’s…
Was that pretty plug and play or require a decent amount of modification?
Do you have blind spot monitoring?
Are they power folding/heated?

 

Changed out my MGM paint matched rear bumper-shellz for the TPO ones. These match my fender flares and plastidipped front caps nicely Will be selling the MGM painted ones on here soon

 

All plug n play! no BSM , no power folding. My front ambers do not stay on, I just had my hazard lights on..

 

I have a set of bronze Volk TE37xt wheels I ordered when I got my truck.

 

+0 offset?

 

How do you like them? On and off-road? With the RAS? I’m interested in beefing up my rear suspension, but I really like the articulation I get with the stock leafs, CB +2s, and TRD Fox suspension. But that RAS would be great for hauling loads.

 

Things I wish weren’t done to my tundra today… hit a bug so hard it left it’s orange spot in my clear coat on my new color matched mirror caps. I got home and got most of its orange out, but tried bug/tar, scratch x, and still can’t get the last of it out. Any other suggestions?

You’d think I was driving a Bezos rocketdick with as baked on as it is.