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New (to me) Tundra

Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by TundraDad_1776, Jun 19, 2024.

  1. Jun 19, 2024 at 6:04 PM
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    TundraDad_1776

    TundraDad_1776 [OP] New Member

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    Just bought a 2018 CM Limited 4x4 in Cement with 53k miles. I am looking forward to using the new truck as platform for various mods. From an interior perspective I want to add Apple car play so will probably change out the head unit. I may also improve the sound system (speakers) as the stock are not very “rich” in depth. I am not an audiophile so any suggestions are welcome. In addition I may look to swap the rear camera to improve quality and add a dash camera. From a mechanical standpoint I am thinking of doing a 2-3 inch lift and go with a 33-35” AT (Falken, BFG, or Toyo). Also will look into maybe doing a TruTrac LSD in the rear. This is just my initial high level “thought dump”, but this group is a great resource for ideas. Your thoughts comments are welcomed.
     
  2. Jun 19, 2024 at 6:20 PM
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    Jim LE 1301

    Jim LE 1301 Camaro Lover, SSEM # 11,TTC#179

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    Welcome from NY.
     
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  3. Jun 19, 2024 at 6:25 PM
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    Y0TA PR0

    Y0TA PR0 Oil & Gas

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    Welcome!
     
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  4. Jun 19, 2024 at 6:31 PM
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    Tundra234

    Tundra234 New Member

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    Alot of them
    If you are looking at 2-3 inches of lift, the 295/70/18 is a very popular size for these trucks. That size is 34 x 11.50. A 35 will most likely lead to needing a body mount chop. Don't go with BFG's, they are stone magnets. Falkens, Coopers, Nitto/Toyos are all good choices. Listed below are some of our well known and favorite vendors here in the forum that we buy our stuff from.

    @dirtydeeds is our go to exhaust guy. He knows these trucks and his systems are the best.

    @memario1214 is our lighting guy. He can also get you wheels, suspension items, all kind of good stuff.

    @Charvonia Design has some awesome billet tie down stuff for the bed.

    @Ekstrom Design (Coachbuilder) has excellent products...shims, carrier bearing drop kits etc.

    @RainMan_PNW has some excellent 3D printed switch mounting options.
     
  5. Jun 19, 2024 at 7:19 PM
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    OutgrownTacoma

    OutgrownTacoma New Member

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    great info, I will benefit from this as well.
     
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  6. Jun 19, 2024 at 7:24 PM
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    Markus

    Markus Hermitic Member

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    Welcome from West MO
     
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  7. Jun 20, 2024 at 4:22 AM
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    Bakershack

    Bakershack Critical of Noncritical Thinkers

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    Welcome from LA (Lower Alabama)!
     
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  8. Jun 29, 2024 at 8:56 PM
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    Charvonia Design

    Charvonia Design Enthusiast-Owned Small Business Vendor

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    Welcome! I've had good luck with Crutchfield's tech support. Call them and tell them what you want to do and they will recommend the right stereo products for your truck. The prices are good too. Enjoy that new truck!
     

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