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What have you done to your 1st gen Tundra today?

Discussion in '1st Gen Tundras (2000-2006)' started by T-Rex266, Sep 7, 2015.

  1. Jan 10, 2023 at 7:21 AM
    shifty`

    shifty` Whiskey for the Holy Ghost

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    I bet that drivetrain would be fun in a Yaris. 170hp + 6spd? Sign me up :D

    FI it for a really good time.
     
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  2. Jan 10, 2023 at 7:36 AM
    daveeasa

    daveeasa FBC Harness Solutions

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  3. Jan 10, 2023 at 7:43 AM
    shifty`

    shifty` Whiskey for the Holy Ghost

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    With all of the quality decline we've seen starting late 2020/early 2021, I dunno if I'll even consider buying a 'new' car.

    That one does look pretty sweet, though.
     
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  4. Jan 10, 2023 at 7:45 AM
    daveeasa

    daveeasa FBC Harness Solutions

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    One of precious few which actually interest me.
     
  5. Jan 10, 2023 at 7:55 AM
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    If I added a car to the fleet I would go LS430 or LS460. If I needed an econobox I would go with a matrix, I guess. I like my old man’s Prius if we are talking about maximum economy. Wonder if the new ones are still hatchbacks? Hatchbacks kick ass. Wait, I see a squirrel!!!
     
  6. Jan 10, 2023 at 8:10 AM
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    I'm about to go look at an 03 Accord for my soon to be 16 year old :rofl:
     
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  7. Jan 10, 2023 at 8:36 AM
    shifty`

    shifty` Whiskey for the Holy Ghost

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    That's what I bought not long after moving up to Atlanta. 2003, V6. Traded my '03 Sierra in for it after taking damage on it the umpteenth time b/c the parking decks I was forced to park in daily weren't made for trucks that size. After the work and money I'd already put into that truck, I couldn't take it anymore.

    It was a solid car. Until I drove it down to Orlando area to pick up a Muncie 4spd for my '68 C10. Damn thing leaked gear oil on my trek home, into the trunk liner, which apparently had a hole in it, which then leaked into the carpet board, through the carpet board, into the spare tire well, and soaked into the sound deadener in the base of the trunk during the 6-7 hour ride back before I realized it.

    Needless to say, I could never get rid of that f'n smell. No amount of cleaning, no amount of air freshener could dampen it. Just smelled like deodorized heavy weight gear oil. I could smell it in the cab, through the trunk, it was that bad. So I traded it in in 2005 at CarMax on an '03 RSX. Not bad, 6spd MT, ~ 200hp/150tq, IIRC.

    I ended up buying a '99 GTI MkIV VR6 as a ~$5k side project while I had the RSX, and it was so much more fun to drive once I got a Koni kit and a few other upgrades, I ditched the RSX and made the GTI my main ride while finishing LS swap in my C10. Fun times. I miss the pre-kids days when I could cycle thru projects more often.
     
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  8. Jan 10, 2023 at 8:42 AM
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    Really happy with the way this came together. Def. need some grip tape on the top of the sliders.

    IMG_1672.jpg
     
  9. Jan 10, 2023 at 8:53 AM
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  10. Jan 10, 2023 at 8:54 AM
    shifty`

    shifty` Whiskey for the Holy Ghost

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  11. Jan 10, 2023 at 9:08 AM
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    RUSTYNUTS Diagnosed: incurable

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    to be continued...
    I've known 2 people to each total a Yaris. Separate occasions. One of them hit a couch cushion on the freeway, and the other rear ended a cyclist. nah, they both hit other vehicles, and while they both survived, the yaris's were unrecognizable.
    Lookin good. Let's start talkin bout that front bumper... It looks great btw, that's just usually what comes next so let's keep that momentum goin. Don't stop until your bank accounts are empty:spending::yes:.:rofl::boink:
     
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  12. Jan 10, 2023 at 9:42 AM
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    Jack McCarthy Truck repair enthusiast; Rust Aficionado

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    Tried to take a peak at the condition of the timing belt. Only took off the top two screws when I realized I needed to remove a 3rd from below to bend the plastic timing cover back more than 1/8”. For what I saw, it doesn’t appear bad but I won’t know until the spring when I take off the skid plate and kroil the crap out of that 3rd bolt to get it off. 135k miles since last replaced.

    Also tried to take a 10mm 6pt box wrench to the rear brake bleeder. That motha ain’t coming off easily.

    Another task to delay till the spring where if I snap a fitting I can replace the cylinder or worse, brake caliper in front if those give me issues. I feel like I’m walking on eggshells lately with my rust issues.
     
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  13. Jan 10, 2023 at 9:49 AM
    w666

    w666 D. None of the above

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    None yet
    I have an LS430, and it's a nice ride for sure. It's about to roll over 300,000. However...it's a bitch to work on, and parts are really expensive!
     
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  14. Jan 10, 2023 at 10:02 AM
    FirstGenVol

    FirstGenVol Brake Czar

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  15. Jan 10, 2023 at 10:50 AM
    bmf4069

    bmf4069 Yup, that's car parts in a dishwasher

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    They actually made a matrix xrs too. Same 2zz motor. Sport compact car magazine turbocharged one.
     
  16. Jan 10, 2023 at 11:27 AM
    shifty`

    shifty` Whiskey for the Holy Ghost

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    Yes! FI! That's what I wanted to see.

    I found some information on that:

    The 2ZZ-GE is a 1.8L (1796cc) all-aluminum in-line 4 equipped with Toyota's VVTL-i technology and a refreshing peformance G head design, developed once again in collaboration with Yamaha.
    Now I see why @bmf4069 likes it. :rofl:

    It continues on:

    The 2ZZ block is bored out from the 1ZZ's 79mm to 82mm, and the bores, instead of using thin-wall iron liners, use a metal matrix composite (MMC) with bonded-in ceramic fibers. The stroke is shortened from the 1ZZ's 91.5mm to a more rev-friendly 85mm. Next, the compression is pushed up to 11.5:1, and the piston skirts are coated with iron and tin for wear resistance. The end result is only 2cc's extra displacement but a whole different world in performance.2ZZ-GE Type: In-line 4, aluminum block and head Bore x stroke: 82.0 x 85.0mm Displacement: 1796cc Compression ratio: 11.5:1 Engine-control system: Toyota w/ multi-point EFI; AFM Ignition system: Electronic, with Toyota Direct Ignition system (TDI) Valve gear: Belt-driven dual overhead cams, 4 valves per cylinder, hydraulic lifters, variable intake and exhaust valve timing and lift Power (SAE net): 180bhp @ 7600rpm Torque (SAE net): 133lb-ft @ 6800rpm Redline / Fuel cut: 7800rpm / 8400rpm Ignition is accomplished by individual coils. No matter what you throw at it, this ignition system will probably take it -- at least you better hope so because upgrading it may prove difficult.
    Isn't that the same engine in the Celica?

    Anyway, looks like the article may've been in Sport Compact Car's magazine, but I'm not sure. I don't see it on their website.

    EDIT 1: Found this note from 2003, no clue if related or not: "In Sport Compact Car this month there was a blurb about Garrett developing a 1zz Matrix turbo kit with TRD. Woo-hoo! (pg. 162 of the March issue)"

    EDIT 2: Found this from 2002: "Sport Compact Car succesfully turboed the toyota matrix XRS. Adapted XS Enginnerings turbo celica GTS kit... Kept the stock compression and ran it on 91 octane.. Made 231 ponies at the wheels.. Everything worked and tested for 1000 miles with no complications.. Its possible.. Just takes dedicated tuners to get the job done right..."
     
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  17. Jan 10, 2023 at 11:38 AM
    Mr.bee

    Mr.bee King Turdra

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    Had a buddy in highschool always braggin on the matrix xrs his parents bought him. And it was quick, manual, wider wheels/tires, cat-back coffee can, but the dude couldnt drive. The type to pass and hit his brakes. So he got butt-hurt when we gutted my other buddies integra (reupholstered everything when we installed 3 15" woofers in a box that took up the whole backseat). The integra had coilovers and full exhaust, one of those shunk short runner intakes, tuned, lsd... anyway, matrix guy starts talking turbo and awd and all the pipedreams, so i told him it was all in the driver, and drove his car like it owed me money. Hard on the clutch and redline, and Brakes. Beat the teggy with 2 passengers. Our street track was about 5 miles of commercial backroads and behind stores, and feeders. Anyway, that made him feel worse, so i got in my gf's '97 hyundai accent, and told him to follow me and do as i do (drive smooth, keep momentum, float the rough stuff). And while chasing a 90 hp sedan on 175/65-14's with a slushbox (like 1am), he overshot an underpass uturn and folded his front end over a curb. I could tell he blamed me, so i loaned him my '80 f100 while we rebuilt his front end and within a month of us getting his car fixed he tboned some ahole and totalled it. Got his moms highlander after that. Fastest car i'd ever driven until a different buddy got an s2000. The nove was quick in a line, but didnt stand a chance on any corners.

    When my buddies got cbr600rr's, and i got the zx6r, highlander/matrix guy was the regular mule. Toted all our shit, and would show up to places half an hour after us.
     
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  18. Jan 10, 2023 at 1:16 PM
    KingSequioa007

    KingSequioa007 Dreaming of URD S/C

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    Freeze-Off works wonders.
     
  19. Jan 10, 2023 at 1:19 PM
    KingSequioa007

    KingSequioa007 Dreaming of URD S/C

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    LS460 is sweet. I still want one or a GS460 (2012)
     
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  20. Jan 10, 2023 at 1:26 PM
    Jack McCarthy

    Jack McCarthy Truck repair enthusiast; Rust Aficionado

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    Not in my neck of the woods. I've tried that stuff multiple times. Heat is the best but it's like playing with fire getting near a brake line and the potential to destroy rubber seals or boil brake fluid.
     
  21. Jan 10, 2023 at 1:36 PM
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    Dealership was closed so I was able to check over the Accord pretty well.

    A little minimal rust starting on the rear wheel wells, tires look like Mr Clean, interior needs a good scrubbing, underneath is rust free, and the inspection is out of date (I assume from the tires)

    Sent the VIN off to my sister (she's the HBIC at the local Nissan dealer) to run a Carfax just to see where it lived because it clearly wasn't here it's whole life.

    If they'll work on the price a little I think it'll be a good car for a new driver.
     
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    I bought my son an 01 accord about a year ago. It's a great car for a 16 year old. Bonus is he only wanted a manual
     
  23. Jan 10, 2023 at 2:28 PM
    CodyP

    CodyP Such a n00b

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    Everyone should learn on a manual in my opinion
     
  24. Jan 10, 2023 at 2:31 PM
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    KNABORES Sarcasm incoming

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    Agree. Just the theory and practice of understanding how that works is helpful for operating many other machines. Tractors, motorcycles etc. I couldn’t even find a manual to teach my son how to drive when he turned 16. Got a Suzuki Samurai as a flip car a few months back and taught him on that while he was home for the holidays. It’s tougher than most to learn on due to its weak sauce clutch and weak sauce engine. The short gearing helps some.
     
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  25. Jan 10, 2023 at 3:28 PM
    shifty`

    shifty` Whiskey for the Holy Ghost

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    Throw some naval jelly around the base of the bleeder, where it inserts into the housing. Coat it. Leave it on for an hour. Rinse off. Hit it with PB Blaster or Kroil. Give it a try the next day with a wrench.

    That's what I learned on. 1985 GMC S15, floor shift. Glad I did too. I'm still debating with the kids though. I learned to drive in the country, didn't matter much if you rolled into a ditch, and there was nobody to hit. Learning to drive stick the heart of a city like ATL, where traffic can get heavy and folks drive like ass ...
     
  26. Jan 10, 2023 at 3:38 PM
    FrenchToasty

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    Dropped bumper off at Powder coating place, probably two weeks or less, the owner wasn’t there when I dropped it off, but maybe he will remember me and push it to the front.
     
  27. Jan 10, 2023 at 4:09 PM
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    bmf4069 Yup, that's car parts in a dishwasher

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    You got me! :rofl:

    It's the same as the celica gt-s. The gt and base have the 1zz. The gt-s has better tuning making 180hp and a lower lift engagement point.
     
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  28. Jan 10, 2023 at 4:23 PM
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    mcharfauros Hafa Adai

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    :thumbsup: Nice, must’ve missed it. Which bumper you working with there?
     
  29. Jan 10, 2023 at 4:26 PM
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    FrenchToasty The Desert rat, 6 lug enthusiast

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    I got the addicted off road tube bumper, not many options for our trucks, but I like it
     
  30. Jan 10, 2023 at 4:48 PM
    FirstGenVol

    FirstGenVol Brake Czar

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    Oh cool. I didn't know that. I thought you built it for some reason. Does it come as a kit?
     

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