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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. Jun 9, 2022 at 9:32 AM
    Taco-Spike

    Taco-Spike Gateway from Tacoma World ~ ended up here

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    Agreed.

    They also have the version without turn signal which they have out for a long time, but I've been wanting the turn signal version.
     
  2. Jun 9, 2022 at 9:34 AM
    nobodyintexas

    nobodyintexas What?

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    Whatever this forum told me to do

    damn it.

    I'm hand-grenade close to an LSD + 4.88's I run stock 32" tires.
     
  3. Jun 9, 2022 at 9:36 AM
    1lowlife

    1lowlife Toxic prick and pavement princess..

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    I'm also looking forward to your thoughts on these..
    I'm thinking about buying them..

    I guess I better start following this thread..:p
     
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  4. Jun 9, 2022 at 9:38 AM
    KNABORES

    KNABORES Sarcasm incoming

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    Today, I missed my Tundra. Got a Nissan Titan Pro-4X as a rental. Feels as big as the Tundy. The column shifter I thought I missed in my Tundra, turns out I don’t miss it. Unless you get a bench seat. Why does Nissan not believe in power steering? Heavy effort when parking in all vehicles. Interior buttons galore, very nicely appointed. Fake pleather seats suck. Rear E locker is awesome. Wouldn’t trade for one.
     
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  5. Jun 9, 2022 at 9:38 AM
    Taco-Spike

    Taco-Spike Gateway from Tacoma World ~ ended up here

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    I might make a dedicated for this.

    I've been holding off on my puddle light and door speaker install waiting for these.

    Also might sneak in a little Easter egg mod
     
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  6. Jun 9, 2022 at 9:40 AM
    Downytide

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    5.29s, once you experience it you can't go back, at 80mph I'm still at 2300rpm, I can't really tell the difference on engine rpm at cruising speed, if you floor it at hwy speed it'll pick up and fly like a pissed off ape too, if you keep the stock size, I think you can break into high 12s, I'm waiting to set a day away to head to nearest 1/4 mile track to verify my vbox's reading.
     
  7. Jun 9, 2022 at 9:51 AM
    RainMan_PNW

    RainMan_PNW "Oz" SSEM #82 RGBA #4 Unofficial Forum Treasurer Vendor?

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    What I'm hearing is I need to convince the "boss" that I need an SC and 5.29's to improve my mpg...
    I think I can make the math work.
     
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  8. Jun 9, 2022 at 9:52 AM
    RainMan_PNW

    RainMan_PNW "Oz" SSEM #82 RGBA #4 Unofficial Forum Treasurer Vendor?

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  9. Jun 9, 2022 at 10:00 AM
    reywcms

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    Too many mods to come

    LOL. Not sure it's working for me but I'll keep you posted
     
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  10. Jun 9, 2022 at 10:05 AM
    RusPro21

    RusPro21 Pro is gone! But I’m still here.

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    2021 Pro!! Nitto’s Tyger blades, Arc audio!
    These look about 7500.00 what is usually the price for the install to be done?
     
  11. Jun 9, 2022 at 10:08 AM
    reywcms

    reywcms New Member

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    Too many mods to come

    I've seen a few grand for install I plan on installing mine myself. You can source the kit cheaper if you keep an eye out for it. I saved about $2k
     
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  12. Jun 9, 2022 at 10:10 AM
    RusPro21

    RusPro21 Pro is gone! But I’m still here.

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    2021 Pro!! Nitto’s Tyger blades, Arc audio!
    So for 7500 does everything come with the kit?
     
  13. Jun 9, 2022 at 10:12 AM
    RainMan_PNW

    RainMan_PNW "Oz" SSEM #82 RGBA #4 Unofficial Forum Treasurer Vendor?

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    My last tundra had 298k miles on it when I traded it in.
    I’m at 36k now on this one. I’m averaging 13.7mpg.
    262k miles at 13.7mpg = 19,124 gallons
    262k miles at 16mpg = 16,375 gallons
    That’s a savings of 2,749 gallons over the next ~10 years
    At $5/gallon, that’s $13,745.

    Of course, the SC probably leads to other increased maintenance. And does it require higher grade gas (I’ve seen/heard conflicting info here)? If so, that cuts into the savings…

    :monocle:
     
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  14. Jun 9, 2022 at 10:30 AM
    Downytide

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    It took me + 1 person nearly 20hours, but that's us taking sweet time and doing it over almost a week and half, double checking everything, I consider myself an amateur at home mechanic at best, it's definitely DIY-able, for costs, I've had quote from $1500 up to $4000.

    You do need octane 91, it also make towing so effortless, imagine a Cummins that likes to rev, I've merge from a complete stand still with 9k trailer to hwy speed without sweat, maintenance it depends, I know guys with Harrops like @nobodyintexas had some minor issue with the coolant pump, on Magnuson I've had zero issues so far, some have issue with the coupler making noise but you can replace it with this ( https://superchargersonline.com/product/toyota-trd-magnuson-tunder-coupler-replacement-kit-updated/ ) .
     
  15. Jun 9, 2022 at 10:36 AM
    nobodyintexas

    nobodyintexas What?

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    yup

    minor issues...coolant pump mysteriously would stay on...kinda fixed now. hasn't done it in months after I beat on the relay.
    vacuum leak - all good now. installer used the wrong hose under blower snout.

    other than premium fuel...no increase in maintenance. I even use the same Kirkland 0w-20 oil.
     
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  16. Jun 9, 2022 at 10:36 AM
    RainMan_PNW

    RainMan_PNW "Oz" SSEM #82 RGBA #4 Unofficial Forum Treasurer Vendor?

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    Yeah - I’m more concerned about long term reliability. Seems it’s just more things to possibly go wrong. I know the NA 5.7 married to the 6-Speed will go 300k because I’ve personally witnessed it.
     
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  17. Jun 9, 2022 at 10:42 AM
    Downytide

    Downytide New Member

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    @snivilous has 270k miles on his truck, I've seen one with 600k km on it and that truck had the TRD kit since day 1 and the owner isn't exactly kind to the truck, there's also a few on here that have had them for nearly 300k miles without any issues.
     
  18. Jun 9, 2022 at 10:46 AM
    snivilous

    snivilous snivspeedshop.com

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    Actually a handful of miles from 275k :bananadance: and you bet your ass I was still bouncing it off the rev limiter yesterday merging onto the interstate and letting the boosty bois sing.
     
  19. Jun 9, 2022 at 10:57 AM
    RainMan_PNW

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    You guys are helping ease my concerns, but not my bank account…
    I wonder if I can convince work that they need to authorize me for premium fuel…
     
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  20. Jun 9, 2022 at 11:03 AM
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    SSbuilt extended skid finally arrived. Also sent me an extra bumper skid. Added a pic of the bumper one for reference.

    IMG_2118.HEIC.jpg

    IMG_1350.HEIC.jpg
     
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    ninjajay

    ninjajay Posting from the toilet

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    Dropped off my tundra at the shop for a rear bumper respray due to a minor parking lot hit. The other party’s insurance was nice enough to get me a Tacoma rental. Wow, what a slug. It feels very well built, but that engine is bad in a truck.
     
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  22. Jun 9, 2022 at 11:09 AM
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    It's one of those things that you go "money well spent", extra $10/20 a week is what, 2 starbucks visits?
     
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  23. Jun 9, 2022 at 11:13 AM
    RainMan_PNW

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    That’s like 1-2 GN beers…
     
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  24. Jun 9, 2022 at 12:10 PM
    panicman

    panicman Everyone remain calm.

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  25. Jun 9, 2022 at 12:18 PM
    Taco-Spike

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  26. Jun 9, 2022 at 12:21 PM
    AZBoatHauler

    AZBoatHauler SSEM#140 / 2.5 gen plebe

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    There was a time in my wife’s Denali a few years back that I managed to do twice as good -
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  27. Jun 9, 2022 at 12:56 PM
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    Today I installed identification stickers with a unique serial number on each of my four catalytic converters. The ID stickers are part of a pilot program in Minnesota to discourage theft by allowing law enforcement a method to tie the converter directly back to a specific vehicle for criminal charges. The stickers are issued free of charge by most local sheriffs offices within MN. The heat from the converter permanently etches the number onto the unit. Next I’m installing Valhalla shields, again as a deterrent, so with the combination of ID numbers and theft shields I have been as proactive as possible in one of the worst states for cat theft. Oh, and I avoid Minneapolis/St. Paul at all costs.
     
  28. Jun 9, 2022 at 1:12 PM
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    Here’s a side shot. I love the color rims a lot!
     
  29. Jun 9, 2022 at 1:20 PM
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  30. Jun 9, 2022 at 2:11 PM
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    Well played, Sir. Well played.
     

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