Calif-Tundra’s - 2023 Limited TRD OR/Semi-Pro Build

Well thought I’d start a build thread. The is my first truck and first adventure in the 4wd off-road world. Coming from Adventure Bikes (I have a KTM 1190 Adventure and KTM 790 Adventure) where we call these modifications “Farkles”. So here we go on the farkling adventure.

Second owner of a 2023 Tundra Limited with TRD Off-road Package. Original owner installed:

- Trifold bed cover
- Rough Country 1.75” spacer.
- Iron Bison rock sliders
- Toyo Open Country 295/65-20

The day she came home

 

Today was “Farkle” day. Lol

Installed “TRD” grill insert letters from Cali Raised in Celestial Siver to match

https://caliraisedled.com/products/tun047-trd-grille-letter-toyota-tundra

 

Next up Diode Dynamics fog lights.
Should have been a 15 minutes install, but getting the lower grill section off was a pain, and aligning them also a pain.
Look great but not as easy as I had hoped.

https://www.diodedynamics.com/ss6-led-fog-light-kit-for-2022-2025-toyota-tundra.html

 

We were on a roll, so nex was the Baja Design hitch light. This should have been a 10 minutes install (with 5 of those minutes grabbing a beer) but nope. The holes in the plastic housing did not align with the mounting holes in the light housing. That hole is also countersunk for a button head bolt. Had to enlarge the through hole and the recessed hole for the bolt head which was too small to allow the head to fully seat. Piss poor quality from Baja. I sent them an email we’ll see if they respond.

Looks good though.

https://www.bajadesigns.com/product...4dQs6fb44N9ZDSa_wnyRWI5FvAE1Ug5xoCPisQAvD_BwE

 

So after those two installs went ok, I was ready for something easy. Rough Country Wheel Well Covers.
Well this one was the worst. What is Rough County thinking installing the UPS Label AND the packing list on the side of the covers that show. Heat gun, adhesive remover was not working. Finally some Gum Turpentine did the trick.

https://www.roughcountry.com/product/tundra-rear-wheel-well-liners-4610

 

Last two for today were so easy but made a big difference.

AJT Designs console inserts. Pricey for sure, but fit perfect and look great.

https://www.ajtdesign-llc.com/onlin...ay-Liner-2022-Tundra-SR5-2PC-BLACK-p537471568



Added a console tray from Amazon that fit perfect and looks great. I was sceptical based on the low price, but it’s seriously nice and includes the rubber inserts

$23 RUNROAD Center Console Organizer Tray Compatible with Toyota Tundra 2022 2023 2024 2025 and Sequoia 2023 2024 2025 Accessories, Insert Armrest Tray Secondary Storage Box Glove Compartment Organizer

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CXMYBLCW?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title

 

Last item for the day was a black tailgate handle. The chrome one looked out of place on the tailgate.

https://theyotagarage.com/products/...tte-black-2022-2025-toyota-tundra-76810-0c011

 

Great start and nice looking Tundra!

 

Well since my 49ers are not in the game today, I thought two more “Farkles” to install today.
AJT console
https://www.ajtdesign-llc.com/online-store/Center-Console-Panel-2022-Tundra-BLACK-p623594337


Beat Sonic dual phone charger

https://www.beatsonicusa.com/produc...3-toyota-sequoia?_pos=51&_sid=59d656f26&_ss=r

Install was a bit of work, but well worth it as I did not have the wireless charging option like some come with. the AJT Design console looks amazing and the matte finish matches the interior.

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Next up TRD Skid Plate and TRD Pro Shocks once I find a set.

 

Hey Calif-Tundra,

I spoke with the entire Tech Team, and no issues with our hitch light kit have been reported. I installed one on my vehicle just two weeks ago and had it done in about 5 minutes. During installation, I encountered the same issue with the holes not aligning. To resolve it, I simply applied pressure to the light and pushed it down as it wasn’t fully seated. Whether this was the case in your installation or if it was a one-off issue with the housing, we understand how frustrating that can be. If it had been necessary, we’d have happily sent a new housing or one pre-installed with the light. As always, we're here to help. If there's anything we can do for you, feel free to reach out to me directly at brahianh@bajadesigns.com.

Best,

 

Hi Bill. Thanks for reaching out. We did apply pressure to get it fully seated. The inner holes to the light housing were still off a bit so I reamed the hole out just a bit. But the larger hole for the head of the screw was too small and the Button Head screw would not go through.

No worries though it's mounted and not going anywhere. Lol I just wanted to provide the feedback to your team. Kudos on you and your Tech team for reaching back out on the forum and thank you for your offer to replace but I'm all set now.

Next up will be your Amber 20" light bar to the lower vent. This one will require the entire front end removal so I'm going to coordinate that with a new Covert Bumper with tow mounts. Deciding between Toyota, DV8, or CBI.

Thanks again Bill . . .

 

I put a drawer knob in the middle of this tray (or wherever you want it) and it makes it a lot easier to remove if you need to get below it. Just an easy tip if needed

 

Thanks @PapaDave418 I've been following your build page for inspiration!

 

Well the rain stopped in the SF Bay Area, so knocked out a couple of mods.

First up was this cool honey comb insert I found on EBay. Yeah blocked one honey comb so probably gonna lose .25 hp, but I like it,

https://www.ebay.com/itm/404442323918

 

Next up was installing Toyota OEM Tow Hooks. I read the thread here and it looked totally doable which it was. We did NOT remove the entire front end which led to having to trim off the 2 side tabs that go under the mustache trim, but with 19 clips it’s not going to miss 2 of them.

Took about an hour total with the help of my Race Ramps.

Here is the kit although I bought from local dealer and had it in 3 days.
https://raveoffroad.com/products/trd-front-end-recovery-hook-conversion-kit-for-2022-

I need to find some smaller shackles, as these TRD ones are WAY to big.

 

Last thing for the day was the TRD skid plate. Total overkill and overbuilt, but much better than the stock one that comes on the TRD Off-road Package.

 

Another day of bolt on fun.

Installed Baja Squadron Pro ditch lights.
https://www.bajadesigns.com/product...uxiliary-light-pod-pair-universal/?sku=497801

Those mounted on super low profile mounting brackets from Rago With an almost stock looking switch from Yota Expedition..
https://yotaxpedition.com/products/oem-style-switch-ditch-light









Posting this picture as I spent a ton of time trying to find the correct wiring diagram from Baja 3 wire harness to Toyota 5 wire switch harness.



Switch harness Black wire - Black wire on Baja harness
Switch harness White wire - Black (same black) wire on Baja harness
Switch harness Red wire - White wire on Baja harness
Switch harness Green wire - Blue wire on Baja harness
Switch harness Yellow wire - Tan wire from one of the dummy switch connectors.

 

Well rather than start a new thread, I thought I would post the mods to my 2024 Platinum TRD OR with factory installed 3” lift. This was the configuration I was initially looking for when I bought the Limited. So now I have two Celestial Silver Tundras. Lol

Anyway for up was replacing the factory tires with Toyo Open Country AT3 in 285/65-20. My limited came with 295/60-20 and those seems just a bit too big and heavy. In hindsight I should have gone 275/65-20 as I think the 285s are still a touch big.

 

First mod on this one is swapping the black lugs nuts with silver. Sounds silly I know, but it’s the little things. I think the silver lug nuts with the black rims looks great.

 

Who makes the ditch lights button that fits in the factory locations?

 

https://caliraisedled.com/collections/switches-accessories

or

https://yotaxpedition.com/products/oem-style-switch-ditch-light
is where I got mine.

 

Well since the chrome lug nut swap went so well I thought hmmm how hard could it be to remove the “TRD Off Road” decals on the bed. Fricking not easy at all. Two hours later done on one side. Now trying to decide do I do the other side or buy a replacement sticker. lol

Looks clean though without the decal.

 

Started the day with a pair of clean tUNDRAs. Lol

 

Sunday was decal day!
Added the Tufskinz tailgate gloss black "TUNDRA" insert and their "TRD" grill insert in Celestial Silver. Also added an Etsy gloss black "Toyota emblem. Also added the Ebay Grill Flag. All of which are not performance upgrades, but looks great.

 

Where did you end up buying your skid plate for the Tundra? Having a hard time finding site. I googled it but keeps taking me to dealer sites or eBay. If you have OEM part number that will help. Thanks

 

I got mine from local Toyota Dealer. Free shipping to dealer then picked it up. Part number is PTR60-34220. I see them all the time on Facebook Market for sale for $250-$300 as new or near new take-offs.

 

I appreciate the help! Thanks

 

Today’s mod center caps swap to “Toyota” It’s the little things that these trucks unique to us.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/286076713679


I’ve now removed all the “TRD” labels except the grill and shifter.

 

Remaining mods to do:
- Install Go Rino D6 running boards. (The predator steps are useless)
- Install Diode Dynamics fog lights
- Install Garmin Power Switch
- Install Power Tray Garmin mount and circuit breaker.

Decide on lighting:
- Baja Squadron Vent lights
- Baja Designs hidden lower light bar
- 2 Baja Designs 10” light bars behind the grill using SDHQ behind the grill brackets
- Baja Designs 30” OnX6 bar light
- Tow hook solution
- Skid plate solution