What have you done to your 2.5 gen Tundra today?

Yes but when you make them cheap using others' designs then you can provide more!

 

Finally got around to getting one of these. Installed it tonight. Pretty impressed, really needed the added storage!

 

Installed security bolts for my Valhalla's Shield rear plate and then also added 1/2" Coachbuilder carrier bearing spacers while I was under.

 

Picked up a proper 3-ton jack and four 6-ton jack stands. I decided to test them out by rotating the tires. Everything worked great except getting the wheels back on the truck. I couldn’t do it by myself. What’s the secret to getting the wheels back on without help?

 

Sitting on your butt and using your inner calves and hands 4&8 to position the wheels/lugs into place. That way you can eye the lineup.

..just make sure the new stands are solidly in place!

 

I added the Toyota power lock to the tailgate. This was very easy to install using the actual Toyota one.

$240 Genuine Toyota 2019 & Up Tundra Power Tailgate Lock Kit Standard Wheelbase PK3B6-34JS0

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07XSD61XN?ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details

 

I have the same jack in yellow. Works great!

I’ve been doing it this way:

https://youtu.be/W3qmY7r9RMU

 

Where did you get that bed cover? I like it man!

 

Diamondback. I love it. And whether I only put 250,000 miles or the full 400,000 miles on the truck, it'll still be there.

Heavy Duty Hard Tonneau Covers - DiamondBack HD – DiamondBack Covers

 

Where'd you get this color from?

 

I got a response from him awhile ago and sent my address but never received anything.

 

Can I get a black one please!

 

This. LOL I had to do this two weeks ago with the spare in 100 degree weather. The BIGGEST secret to doing it right is...making sure you drink plenty of water. LOL After that, yeah, I sat on my @$$, lined up the wheels w/the lugs more or less, then used my calves and hands to live the tire into place.

 

It’s awesome! I noticed a difference in throttle response and sound immediately. Especially in Tow/Haul mode right around 3500 RPM

 

I just picked this up at my dealership so I’m anxiously waiting for my truck to arrive so I can do this mod. Have to say tho…the wiring picture looks a little Frightening.

Never done anything like this mod before so I’m guesstimating 1.5 - 2 hrs approximately

 

It is very easy to do honestly. You have to just snap in the connectors for the wires there is no soldering.

Watch this video ..
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xC5fJyVBohU

 

The burlwood caught my eye initially, as my wife has this trim in her Avalon, but I haven't had a chance to look at all the choices yet. They have reasonably priced dash kits with a ton of colors and patterns.

 

I waived the Toyota Connected Services so the truck will no longer transmit location, driving, and vehicle health data to Toyota.

 

I also changed my oil (first time doing it myself) and also rotated the tires.

I ran into a small problem when removing the oil filter. The little piece that comes out (picture) before the actual oil filter was too snug on the oil filter itself so they both came out together. It made a big mess but I don't think it servers any other purpose than to allow you to stick that tube on to drain it before removing the oil filter.

I replaced the filter and tried to get the two pieces to separate but couldn't get it done. I put them back on and am hoping next time I remove that piece I'll be able to hold the oil filter gasket tight while removing the other piece first.

Anyone else ever had this issue?

 

Haven't had it happen. But I'd go 1 of 2 routes next oil change.
1. Buy an aluminum oil filter housing and swap out that one.
2. When taking off the housing, set it up in a vice or something to hold the housing and get that plug piece off....carefully

 

How’d you go about that? I vaguely remember seeing something before.

 

Yes - when the techs at the dealer ship decide to use that square drive and an impact to put your filter housing on.

 

Contact the Toyota Brand Engagement Center at 1-800-331-4331. Tell them you want to opt out of Connected Services. Just need your vin #

 

Thank you all for the advice…very helpful!

 

I did that too when purchasing all of my late model Toyota’s. I’ve been a motorist for decades without it. I’m all about right to privacy. It probably still transmits anyways. Lol.

 

Nice! Definitely going to do that for peace of mind, or at least make it more difficult on their end to sell, track, share all my information.

 

Ordered the updated Vleds non-RF cargo lights and Muthco signal mirrors.

 

Also ran the wiring harness for my S8.