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Worth getting TRD package if I'm going to upgrade suspension, wheels and tires later?

Discussion in '2.5 Gen Tundras (2014-2021)' started by cochese, Apr 23, 2021.

  1. May 2, 2021 at 5:34 PM
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    Ebeast

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    I went with the sr5 with the upgraded package that includes the 38g tank. I believe it is a must especially after lifting and putting bigger tires on it. I think that any of the higher trims are not worth it to me because I will usually change it anyways. It all depends what you really what.
     
  2. May 2, 2021 at 6:57 PM
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    I am doing the Rubicon in June. My mentality is if I can fit on a Jeep trail (not a buggy trail) with no body damage, then I’m going for it - I may not make it but at least I try. Our trucks are quite capable, just need to push the boundaries in order to learn what it can and can’t do - then make the necessary mods to compensate :D If you really want to wheel, then addressing approach and break over angles are the key.
     
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  3. May 2, 2021 at 7:06 PM
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    Yup. I feel confident you can do it!
     
  4. May 3, 2021 at 6:46 AM
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    I regret not having the 38 gallon tank as well.
     
  5. May 5, 2021 at 10:20 AM
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    I'm rooting for you. Be sure to take before and after pics of those side panels.
     
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  6. May 5, 2021 at 10:33 AM
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    I’m learning how to use the GoPros. My goal is to basically make a video showing how to approach each obstacle from a full size point of view.
     
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  7. May 5, 2021 at 10:33 AM
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    I hear you and agree. I was merely speaking to the fact that width and length do matter on tight trails. I do not question the capability and dependability of the tundra. I can only speak to my experience, having done many trails in Utah, Colorado, Arkansas ,Oklahoma, and New Mexico. The vehicles that was driving through those years was an 85 Toyota pickup an 88 Toyota 4Runner and a 97 Jeep Cherokee. What I noticed was when the trail got tight and tough the full-size pickups were nowhere to be seen. Pure mathematics, longer vehicles take more space to make a turn. If the space ain't there the turn ain't going to happen.
     
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  8. May 5, 2021 at 10:36 AM
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    I agree as well. If my truck will NOT fit, I’m not going to try. If it “may” fit then I will try. No shame in trying.
     
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  9. May 9, 2021 at 12:18 AM
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    A Tundra will fit on the Rubicon. I have run the trail a bit (in an FJ40) and almost always see at least one full size truck. Though not saying they have clean body panels. Pics or it didn’t happen.
     
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  10. May 9, 2021 at 1:27 AM
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    GODZILLA

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    @cochese Now, I may have missed it, but I saw you say the TRD package a few times. There are actually 2 TRD packages. TRD Off Road and TRD Sport. It all depends on what you want, really.

    Below are the items listed using the Toyota Build and Price tool for the TRD Off Road package.

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    And here are the items for the TRD Sport package.

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    Things to consider:

    • The skid plates in the Off Road package are better than nothing, but easily out classed by any aftermarket skid.
    • Both packages come with LED head lights AND fog lights. The headlights are absolutely worth it IMO. You can install later, but you will need an extra harness and the lights themselves are not cheap.
    • Both get bilsteins, but are tuned differently. The Sport will have a firmer ride, which will provide better handling on pavement at highway speeds. (Sway bars are part of this too.) The Off Road will be tuned to absorb bumps and bounces better, so rough roads won't beat you up as badly. This will be offset by more body roll in corners and such. Either one you choose, it's going to ride and handle like a truck.
    • The TRD Off Road floor mats are actually pretty decent.
    • The Sport gets a better/more comfortable shift handle.
    • If you hate chrome, the time and money saved by the Sport might be the way to go.
    • If you hate non functional hood scoops, the Off Road doesn't have one, but the Sport does.
    • No Tundra trim has tires that are worth a damn. Plan on paying for new ones if you want to tow, leave pavement, or get more than a couple inches of snow where you live.
    The 38 gallon tank has NOTHING to do with these packages. That is part of the SR5 Upgrade Package. You want this unless you absolutely must have a bench seat up front.

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  11. May 9, 2021 at 5:02 AM
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    It isn’t worth getting the TRD package if you are changing everything. Maybe get the Sport if you don’t like chrome. I got the Off Road because the ride is the best out of all the models...plushness was my number one goal. But I have zero plans of changing any suspension parts.

    In regards to the Michelin AT2’s sucking...I just don’t understand that. I live in the northeast and don’t have any problems with them in the snow and ice. If you got the Bidgestones or DunFlops, I would get it.
     
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  12. May 10, 2021 at 1:48 AM
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    All the sensors are part of the TSS Toyota Safety Sense. They’re all standard. I had a 2019 and traded older to a 2017 to get away from them amongst other reasons.

    I bought the 2017 because no TSS (2018 and up), bigger gas tank (part of the tow package after 2016), has a trans cooler (not available 2019 and up).
     
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  13. May 10, 2021 at 1:54 AM
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    I got a really good deal on a 2017 SR5, added PRO grill, TRD exhaust, powder coated TRD Rock Warrior Wheels and BFG KO2’s, Toyota running boards, Toyota bed liner and Toyota 3 piece hard tonneau. I also have a Leer topper and winter tires on powder coated wheels from a 2013 Tundra.

    So, choose the SR5 and make it your own.

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  14. May 10, 2021 at 1:58 AM
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    Both the TRD packages he is talking about are just options on an SR5. He isn't talking about the Pro.
     
  15. May 13, 2021 at 9:10 AM
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    To circle back on this thread, after a bunch of making a decision, then second guessing, I decided on a TRD Pro. Most of the things I wanted to do are already captured in the Pro build, except for tires which applies at all trim levels. It might have been a little cheaper to buy an SR5 and upgrade it, but the time and warranty considerations pushed me towards the Pro. With family and work I have enough going on, and realistically I wasn't going to install everything myself.

    Thanks to everyone who offered their advice, it helped me out a lot.

    I had resolved to wait patiently for a Lunar Rock Doublecab Pro, knowing one may not come along this year, but one popped up in another state and I snagged it. Now I get to do an 1800 mile road trip with my brother who I rarely get to hang out with to bring it home. Thats a win.
     
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  16. May 13, 2021 at 11:33 AM
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    Awesome! Congrats on the truck!

    Pop up pics when you got get it. :thumbsup:
     
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  17. May 14, 2021 at 8:19 AM
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    For me Limited CM is what I wanted with the limited premium upgrade (bells and whistles) and the offroad package at just $155 it was not a price thing. I did replace the suspension 6112/5160 UCA's and front skid with the RCI full set and LCA skids but not gas tank skid. So I guess I paid $155 for the 18" rims, trd carpet floor mats and the bed sticker.
     
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  18. May 14, 2021 at 9:34 AM
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    Limited with the TRD Offroad is the way to go. :thumbsup:
     
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  19. May 14, 2021 at 9:40 AM
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    BTW my wife is from Laffayette
     
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  20. May 14, 2021 at 11:06 AM
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