Tonya the Tundra Build

Hey All, I’m new to the Tundra Forum but not to the vehicle specific forums. I used to have a 2006 Chevy Tahoe and loved documenting my upgrades and ideas on the Tahoe forum. So here I am about to start a new build thread since my 2006 Tahoe was totaled.

After I totaled my Tahoe, I had the luxury of not need to replace it immediately. I knew I wanted to switch to a truck and settled on a Tundra. Specifically, I wanted a Tundra from 2015-2017. Didn’t want too much technology and still wanted the tried and true V8.

After a couple of attempts, I found my truck! A 2017 Cement Grey TRD Pro with only 57000 miles. I bought the truck October of 2023.

I have only recently started my build and haven’t done too much but there is plenty of thoughts of what I want to do. Without further ado here she is!!

 

Here is the list of mods completed and future mod ideas. Links to any parts/build items will be on the post. Page number of the mod will be next to it (will help once the list gets longer).

Mods completed:

-Cam Locker Tool Box (Page 1)
-285/70/18 Ridge Grapplers (Page 1)
-Weather-tech Heavy Duty Floor Mats
-New Shift Knob (Page 1)
-Tool box breakdown (Page 1)


Wish list:
-winch (already bought Badland Apex 12k w/synthetic rope)
-aftermarket front winch bumper
-bulletpoint dash mount
-AJT interior trim to delete chrome
-exterior light bars/interior light controller
-wet okole seat covers

 

Decided to go with a toolbox for extra storage. Cam locker was the east choice. Rails on top have already come in handy. Got the matte black standard depth to stay with the grey/black combo

Camlocker

 

That's a great looking truck!

 

Thanks! I was able to find the perfect truck

 

I wish they would bring back cement, my favorite color

 

Facts, it’s an awesome color. So stoked I got it

 

When you bought it did it have the grill trim in cement or was it chrome? Looking to replace my chrome...

 

it came that way when I bought it.

 

That’s a great find with low miles
Congrats

 

Hey nice rig and I like that Cam locker box- do the top rails hit the rear window when getting into the box?

 

Nice truck! Where in Memphis are you? I grew up down in Senatobia, but drove to Memphis for work after school when I was in high school. Probably before your time, back in the early '80's.

 

I’ve been looking at that same Camlocker with rails. Just curious…how far back did you have to mount the tool box so you could open it without the rails hitting the truck?

 

No. You just have to space it out correctly when you mount it

 

East Memphis. Just a tad before more time but not by much

 

285/70/18 Ridge Grapplers

No rubbing at all and no mods to the fender wells. Went this route due to the 10# lighter per tire compared to the 295s.

 

Ordered this shift knob. I liked the clean look but still black. It’s anodized aluminum by Cali Raised but I got it from a 3rd party off road site. Only $68. Will be here next week for me to install

https://offroadalliance.com/Cali-Ra...Runner-Anodized-Aluminum-Gloss-Black--CR2414/

 

New shift knob installed. Would’ve like the bottom to be more closed and encased on the shift rod but that’s not too big of a deal. The look and feel are great

 

I have quite a bit of stuff in my tool box but here’s the breakdown and if you find anything interesting and want a link let me know.

-2 pairs leather work gloves
-4 koozies
-16ft tape measure
-manual tire gauge
-bottle opener
-element fire extinguisher
-electrical tape
-nitrile gloves
-bolt cutters
-shop towels
-road atlas
-frisbee
-tire changing tools
-first aid/survival kit
-eno hammock
-2 compact camping chairs
-tool bag (wrenches/screwdrivers/wrenches/etc)
-rumpl camp blanket
-2 traction mats
-container of tie downs
-tire inflator
-tire plug kits
-digital tire gauge
-jumper cables
-fire blanket
-tow cable adapter
-window breaker
-LED emergency puck lights
-waterproof playing cards
-dude wipes
-shower wipes
-microfiber towel
-gorilla tape
-carabiners

if you think of something I’m missing which I know there are some let me know!