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A few Tundra how-to's, videos and photos

Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by yubyelling, Sep 18, 2018.

  1. Sep 18, 2018 at 7:08 PM
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    yubyelling

    yubyelling [OP] New Member

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    Hello Tundra Crew! New to the forum, but not to Tundra. I have a 2010 and a salvage 2013 Tundra CrewMax 5.7L 4WD. It has been a journey with these beasts over the last year and a half. To those who know the forum well, please let me know if there is value in contributing how-to's, photos and videos for some of the following.
    • Repairing the infamous cam tower leak, which includes timing chain tensioner replacement, water pump replacement, a/c compressor replacement and alternator replacement. (This is the one I needed, but could never find)
    • Installing Magnuson supercharger
    • Painting valve covers without properly prepping and then doing it right...
    • Sandblasting, priming and painting rims so the paint adheres!
    • Replacing steering rack (easier once you remove the right pieces)
    • Upgrading / replacing upper control arms
    • Replacing lower control arms
    • Upgrading / replacing front and rear shocks
    • Removing rear axle
    • Replacing front wheel bearings (this wasn't fun. You'll get some laughs from this one)
    • Upgrading brake calipers (and refinishing)
    • Upgrading / replacing brake lines
    • Upgrade / replace exhaust
    • Removing gas tank
    • Replacing radiator and/or a/c condenser
    • Installing front Magnum bumper
    • Installing SuperWinch
    • Upgrading to LED lights including adding relay to fix fast flash
    • Replacing front grill
    • Replacing clock spring / front air bag
    • Failing at straightening frame rails and subsequently replacing the frame. Hint: Tundra frames don't like to go back to their original shape even when they sit on a rack for months.
    • Straightening radiator support
    Additionally, we are in the process of doing the following and will document these if someone hasn't already done it:
    • Modify and install rear Magnum bumper
    • Install Icon RXT springs
    • Install ARB rear locker
    • Install ARB compressor and air tank
    • Install Nitro Gears... maybe. Searching for guidance.
    • Modify cab frame mount and install SDHQ filler plates
    • Install SDHQ ABS guards
    • Install SDHQ rock sliders
    • Replace front door tensioner
    • Install stereo, amps and adult sized subwoofer
    • Install AL Priority and Escort 360
    • Install Ham Radio / CB Radio / iPad
    • Install electrical management system, solar panels, etc.
    • Install LSI interior, suede headliner and tastefully wrap interior with carbon fiber
    • Install roof rack (Brand TBD)
    • Install off-road lighting
    • Replacing body panels and repairing dents from driving beyond my ability
    • Wrapping the vehicle
    Longer term, we would like to do the following:
    • Install snorkel
    • Install ARB front locker
    • Fabricate and install off-road utility rack that folds away and locks
    • Fabricate and install fender water tanks, heater and shower
    • Fabricate and install aluminum skid plates with sea-lift hydraulics
    • Install bed slide, fridge and kitchen
    • How to make your Tundra the fastest (paint white)
    We need to find a good fabricator in Denver and hope to connect with the local Tundra crew soon! Any suggestions are appreciated.
     

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  2. Sep 18, 2018 at 7:23 PM
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    sprtbkr

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    Welcome to the forum, Guy! Any and all information you have to share is welcome.
     
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  7. Sep 18, 2018 at 7:36 PM
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    yubyelling

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    We are going to be friends!
     
  8. Sep 18, 2018 at 7:37 PM
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    We are all little sponges trying to soak up info on here. Everything helps.
     
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  9. Sep 18, 2018 at 7:39 PM
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  10. Sep 18, 2018 at 7:41 PM
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    Welcome from Ventura California
     
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  11. Sep 18, 2018 at 7:43 PM
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    ICON Stage 9, TRD Supercharger, Magnum bumpers, SuperWinch, LED lights, Rigid trail lights, Focal Speakers / Amp and soon 3M Wrap
    LOL!
     
  12. Sep 18, 2018 at 7:45 PM
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    @yubyelling I’m about to tackle the cam tower leak and replace the cam chain tensioners. Any thoughts? I’ve got about 160k on the clock and want to bust this project out before the weather gets worse.
     
  26. Oct 26, 2018 at 12:38 PM
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  27. Oct 27, 2018 at 7:35 AM
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  28. Dec 9, 2018 at 5:00 AM
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    When you're able to share some videos, the knowledge would be great! Personally really interested in the radiator replacement right now.
    TIA
     

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