Just bought my first Tundra (hoorah)

Found a needle. Searched for a little over 2 months when suddenly she fell from the sky. Very grateful to the seller for saving it for me as he had numerous calls and offers above asking price. I made sure to get a quick jump and send a deposit right away.

2004 4x4 DC Limited.
-81k
-Oil, ATF and Coolant: pristine
-Body / Frame: 9.5/10
-Southern truck
-Undercoated (per seller - owner was just that kind of person)
-Timing belt: @75k
-Not a leak anywhere
-4wd works perfect.
-The tires are still hairy

All original, and all service was done by Toyota w/ records.






After reading shifty’s “So you wanna buy…” post,

the gaskets/seals come to mind. This truck was driven an average of 4k miles/ year. As said there are no leaks. I would expect, if I had an issue w/ seals, I would see something. Drove it home 6 hrs and not a rattle or burp of any kind.
I like how the truck shifts. Not soft, but not rough by any means. I can feel it engaging as it should.

Upgrades: I wouldn’t mind modernizing the truck in a subtle way, without disrespecting it. It deserves only the best care and the seller’s only wish was that it would go to a responsible owner that would take great care of it. There is some sentimental value here since it was a family member’s who passed.
I want to honor that and at the same time make it my own.

Being mindful of: ball joints, coolant / trans oil, and this: “4WD trucks have ample grease zerks on the driveline and need to be lubed with moly-fortified NLGI 2 grease every 5k-10k miles”, as well as regular maintenance.
I am looking for input for the things I may overlook w/ specifically the 2004 1GT.
05-06 have a different trans and VVT I believe?
I couldn't really find much on the 2004 model - which may be a really good sign.

I’ve installed a Kenwood DMX958xr w backup cam.
Not a fan of the faux wood dash bezels but will not compromise them for a different look. Maybe I will find black in good shape at a junk yard but dreaming. Wish there was an alternative that would not damage the panels.

Lights: I have read a little info on LED projectors, which I would prefer, but from what I understand, I may need additional wiring / harness? I need to research more.

Lift:
I have seen some very nice lifts that are subtle but give the 1GTs more of a modern truck look.
-Bilstein? Have not ventured down this road yet.
-Tire size? 32s? 33s?
There seems to be varying opinions, but
I do not want rub, and will not cut or hammer anything.


I have a lot of homework to do and plan on doing it, but if anyone has a 2004 and already went down this road, suggestions and do's / don'ts are certainly appreciated.

Side note, that rear window is outstanding.

 

Well now, that was worth the wait! Beautiful truck!

 

Welcome from NY.

 

Wow what a nice looking gen 1

 

Looks great! You can tell it has been well kept care of.

2004 was the first year of the Double Cab. 2005/06 brought changes across with the updated 4.7 and 5 speed transmission.

However, your truck has a transmission dipstick, unlike the 2005-06 trucks. That makes drain & fills a lot easier. The 2004 transmission was solid and generally trouble-free.

 

Welcome from LA (Lower Alabama)! True unicorn! Beautiful truck!

 

Very nice, traded in my 04 for a 21. Same condition as that one but had double the mileage. But yea very nice keep that thing as long as u can.

 

Also get the tan weather tech xp floor liners

 

Good find. Welcome from West MO