3rd Gen Accessory Thread

Just finished installing Toyota Tonneau cover. Moved rails down and added rails for tonneau. All came in the kit from Sparks. Will put on Toyota running boards tomorrow.

 

Got these flat oval running boards and bolts from Sparks. Install was simple once I figured out that the bolts were already on the truck. Just loosen top bolt on each end and slide the bracket on and tighten and then put in rest of bolts.

 

You've got the 5.5' bed so your part number was PT954-34220-02, correct?

I cannot wait to get mine installed. The dealership called this morning, and the tonneau cover is in. He mentioned the box is super heavy and asked me to call them before I came so they could schedule pickup. I won't be able to pick it up until Friday afternoon, so this is going to be my Saturday morning project. I'm pretty excited!

 

I have MS and a heart condition and picked up the tonneau box and put it in my bed myself. The rails are a bit heavier, but still not too bad. Your dealership is full of babies lol.

 

Any reason for the diagonal drain run? I just went straight down on my install to shorten the runs and keep them tucked in the corner.

 

How much is the cover?

 

MSRP is $1195, I believe. Though if you can snag it via parts.toyota.com, lots of dealers are offering between 10% - 15% off right now. Even at my local dealer (they don't participate in parts.toyota.com BTW) they gave me 10% discount off MSRP.

It's about $200-$250 more than almost the exact same tri-fold cover in the aftermarket which is the BakFlip MX4. The problem is the OEM bed cover is available now. BakFlip won't release theirs for another month or so.

 

Hoping to keep my TRD wheels and just get new 35s

 

I just followed instructions on where to put drains. Straight down would be cleaner. There were holes already present and Toyota said to be careful not to drill into gas tank if you drill other holes. I am an basically learning as I go.

 

Sparks had it, $972.63 plus shipping. I talked to them prior to them putting online. I see now it is priced higher on the website, maybe demand. Be sure to ask for ship discount too!

 

Yes. 5.5’. I put it in myself. Heavy part is the cover itself, lifting onto rails. I got instruction off this site. Very Helpful!!

 

should work, have seen it done, but cannot guarantee it

 

I am running 295/70/18s on stock OR wheels and bo leveling with no rub. Works out to 34.3 around and 11.6 across.

Tires are Atturo Trailblade.

From my understanding you may need at lease that 2” level in front to avoid rubbing.

 

from what i watch in the tear down video, the lugs are 21mm now instead of 22mm in the old gen tundra.

 

Installed TVD insert decals today, great instructions and nice looking, too!

 

1st 3rd gen stormtrooper?

 

Didn't think about that, but you're right!

 

They look great. I just ordered the letters from Sparks https://www.sparksparts.com/oem-par...0dW5kcmEmeT0yMDIxJnQ9c3I1JmU9NS03bC12OC1nYXM=

 

How do ya'll think flat finish white or color matching paint or chrome insert decals would look on the front bumper? Not aware of any being available, yet.

 

I think you mentioned that you have an SR5. Is it a Sport model or something? Just curious because I've only seen that black trim at the top of the tailgate on the SR models.

Also...in looking at your bumper...it looks like it has OEM plastic trim pieces ("caps" maybe?) over the 2 areas where the chrome peaks out on the other models. I wonder if those body pieces will eventually be able to order from Toyota to cover the chrome? If so, I might try & order them in the future to see if I can cover the chrome. It would be interesting to try.

If you ever get adventurous...see if you can pop those off and take a look at what is underneath. I wonder if you'll find the chrome just covered up or just a steel bumper.

 

I would keep it as is honestly. It actually looks pretty good, the right amount of break in color in the right areas. long live the imperium!

 

thats just for the lug nuts though right, shouldn't matter on the wheels

 

I would just do the Tundra lower trim piece to make the grill framed in

 

It's a base SR5 trim, painted white painted plastic bumper corners, where the chrome is on some bumpers. They're not covering other bumper parts. Have not looked in person at chrome bumper parts, only in photos, but the white parts are replaceable:

 

Sorry. I should've have been clearer. The bumper ends are all paint matched on all models. I'm referring to the chrome on the upper trim SR5s which is in the middle of the bumper. Your truck seems to have black trim pieces that cover that chrome. See my pic below.

 

Here's close up shots with one from underneath with tow hitch on right. Mine are black plastic:



Here's the window sticker with standard & optional equipment, very basic 2WD SR5 Crewmax 5.5' bed, except for optional equipment on right side of page:



Hope this helps

 

I’d keep it just like this also (as was previously suggested)

 

Very interesting. Thanks for going above & beyond with the up close pics. I'll to keep this on my "Explore this topic later" list when I get access to the technical manual and see. I'm not in love with chrome on the bumper & mustache, but I also don't despise it like others do.

 

DexterL & bigjuice, some of my ideas look good, but some don't!

Thanks!

 

My predator steps arrived at my dealer today, picking them up tomorrow afternoon. Is there a torque value for the bolts underneath, or just as tight as my ratchet will go? Should I use thread locker?