2021 Lunar Rock

Do these work with a Tonneau bedcover?

 

Yes, you can check this thread for what fits:

https://www.tundras.com/threads/trail-edition-hangout-confirmed-fit-tonneau-covers.83334/

I had a soft tri-fold but the locking mechanism hit, so I went up with a Tyger soft roll up that worked well on my other truck before.

 

Thanks man! It looks like the MX-4 Bakflip won’t fit which is what I already have. I’m trying to figure out the next steps for storage. I’d like to get a rack for a rooftop tent so I might get rid of the bakflip cover anyway. Then the trail boxes might fit. I’m heading to the Toyota Jamboree in Texas in a few weeks. I’m hoping to get some ideas from those guys as well.

 

Another one is SwingCase from Under Cover, problem with that one is it's relatively small, which can work in your favor if you need maximum space in the bed.

I like these since I've used ram boxes before, and these are just like ramboxes except inside the bed.

OR.... those plastic totes at walmart and bungee cords.

 

Got new tires, going to stick with at3w from now, whisper quiet even with load index of 129, the tires measures almost 11.5 compare to the Yoko that only measure 11

 

Some update:

- Had John from Overland Tailor did a remote tune via HPTuner, overall the driveability is smoother, and I'm seeing better mpg when towing and empty.
- Removed RAS helper springs, installed Coachbuilder +3 shackles, and Firestone bags with cradles, I was a fan for RAS, and I still think it was a great addition but this combo just works so much better, rides much much better, and not much difference in height, the post above is stock springs on RAS, photo below is +3 shackles + bags @ 5psi.

 

I'm going the exact opposite direction from you, lol. I tried multiple PSI from 20 down to 5. Some people said theirs rode better unloaded with 10-12. Mine was always more bouncy and floaty. Hope your experience is different than mine. If you're like me, those bags are going to annoy you with 300lb or less in your bed.

 

I wonder if it has to do with shocks? I took out everything in the bed and it rode beautifully, the ride didn't change at all between empty and weighted down.

You can have my RAS if you pay shipping, its rather corroded from salt, which I was disappointed with, if you use some rust remover it'll probably be fine.

 

Thanks for the offer, but I’m installing my RAS right now. And I have the Pro suspension kit.

 

I'm on Fox 2.5dsc, I think that may be a differentiator.

 

Update:

Turbomac HD in 17x8.5 ET0 fits over Stoptech ST60 caliper kit, there's actually a lot of space between wheel spoke and caliper face, would've been nice if it was ET25 for less work, but it looks bad ass.

BMC done, trimming on the front plastic piece done, still waiting for shocks, I can't wait to get it back on the road.

 

Looks dope! Are those 35s? 37s?

 

37s, I cave in

 

First part is done

- Studs were bit of pain to do
- ET0 requires more trimming than anticipated, but no issue with pinch weld.
- The ride improvement is tremendous by switching to 6 ply tires, it'll still be well within load index even at max towing so I'm alright with it.
- I'm keeping the full size (285/75r18) spare for the front use only, the overall diameter difference was about 1.1" so in case of emergency, the spare can go on the front, for long trips I think I'll carry a full spare.
- the 37s are lighter than the 35s! 285/75r18 Falken At3w weights about 68lb per tire, and the factory BBS wheel weights 28lbs, the turbomac hd weights 23lb per wheel, and the KO2 was 63lb per tire.
- The KO2s are extremely quiet, the Falkens were already quiet but these are car-tire level quiet.
- Rear is sitting high, not sure how much the springs will settle?
- TRD exhaust doesn't clear the Deavers, had to chop.
- need more caster, waiting for new shocks to arrive so I can do it all in one shot.

overall, I love how the tires improved the driving, also looks bad ass in my eyes.





Update:

rear settle some, it carries load beautifully.

 

The 8100/8112 combo from hotshotoffroad went in.





Ontario winters are not kind to bolts/nuts, took way longer than expected.





Initial experience is very positive, I was slightly surprise by lack of adjustment on the fronts, I thought you could adjust compression and rebound, but it doesn't bother me.



Next up is SDHQ traction bars and the powersteps, and honeyseal.

 

Nice. Does Bilstein require drilling into the frame for the reservoir mounts?

 

Unfortunately, it does.

 

Thank you.

 

Hey Sam,

Did you go with extended studs? if so, which ones?

 

Yup, Black Hawk: https://www.blackhawkjapan.com/products/kyo-ei-sblc-1

From this thread: https://www.tundras.com/threads/the-fix-for-short-front-oem-lugs-aftermarket-studs.76918/

 

Was just thinking I’m needing getting to where the TRD fox shocks need rebuilt, and that means the truck being out of commission while I do that (it’s my daily driver).
So then I start thinking about a setup like these

 

Nice, I was looking at the same thread but thinking of going with the ebay ones (https://www.ebay.com/itm/164876043660). Hesitant, since it's ebay but they claim it's 10.9 and not "Made in China". Only considering these since they are longer.

 

is that a thing with the Volks? mine had plenty of length and it's proven, so I didn't want to risk it since I drive on rough roads everyday.

 

powerstep xl are in, the wiring instruction on driver's side SUCKED.





for anyone whoever has deavers and 8100/8112, this is what it looks like with the springs settled, fronts are what out of the box, which I believe suppose to give 2.5" above stock (stock Tundra), I'm adjusting the front up, Bilstein has given instruction on how to adjust, front center to fender is 24" while rear is 26", too much rake for me



vs fox 2.5dsc and springs have yet full settle:

 

Your truck looks great! I’m curious to see how far you can raise the front. The 8 series have been an item I’ve been considering updating to. Were there any spring rate options for them?

 

I only have 1/2 inch to raise, I think you can swap springs but I haven't feel the need for it, I don't mind the rake but I'm honestly not too hot for the look, but it does sit level with the trailer, which has about 500-525# tongue weight and ride is much better than stock springs + other contraptions.

 

The turbomac's look great on there with the 37's!

I currently have Fox 2.5 DSC's with factory leafs and 2" shackles. Considering going Deavers and 8112's. Was it worth the change for you? I don't tow much at all.

 

Deavers ride great, it's much smoother, I do wish the lift was less.

Bilsteins ride nice, in my mind better than the Fox, this one is probably my own fudge up but I didn't realize 8112 is not adjustable for compression/rebound, not that I ever bother much with the Fox 2.5 DSC, the 8112 height adjustment is also limited compare to Fox.

 

Thanks for the response, was unique to find someone that went from the Fox's to what I was looking at replacing them with! I find the Fox's to ride okay, the front is jarring on road when going over smaller imperfections and the rear with factory leaf's feels under sprung.

 

YES, I think Fox 2.5 DSC the way its tune is great for smoother roads, but for North East forest roads with winter washout it bounces.

Bilsteins are much better on that, the best way I can describe is it feels very close to a stock Raptor.