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Considering a tundra

Discussion in '2nd Gen Tundras (2007-2013)' started by NewRider, Nov 24, 2016.

  1. Nov 25, 2016 at 10:51 AM
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    If by 'this' you mean pulling the OV, then we are in agreement. :cheers:
     
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  2. Nov 25, 2016 at 10:54 AM
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    Yes sir.
     
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  3. Nov 25, 2016 at 11:04 AM
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    When the 3rd gen was in development, Toyota went to Borg Warner to develop a transfer case as a part of their attempt to increase American parts content. Borg Warner sent over prototypes based on their Ford t-cases. Toyota experienced catastrophic failure testing them. After a few were destroyed, Borg Warner sent over engineers to figure out what the hell Toyota was doing to them. Corrections were made and now we have a new t-case.

    Moral of the story? The Tundra is not built Ford tough, it is built Toyota tough!
     
  4. Nov 25, 2016 at 11:18 AM
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    Another bonus to owning a 3rd gen vs 2nd gen.
     
  5. Nov 25, 2016 at 11:30 AM
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    Because of the American parts content? I have to assume the 2nd gen T-Case is still stronger than the Ford Borg Warner T-Case, but the new Borg Warner one is probably stronger than the prior.
     
  6. Nov 25, 2016 at 12:21 PM
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    I have no idea about the Ford borg warner transfer case. I have a bunch of friends with Fords and transfer case problems are not an issue.

    Yes, the American parts is a huge plus. This puts American workers in a job.
     
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  7. Dec 12, 2016 at 12:05 PM
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    Was wondering if anyone knows if a 2nd gen truck can have a 3rd gen front end out on it and what all is involved?

    I'm ok with the second gen trucks but like that grill on the 3rd gen so much more! I know on the tacomas you can put a 3rd gen on a second but it means a new hood, lights and I think fenders too... is it the same for the tundras?
     
  8. Dec 13, 2016 at 8:05 AM
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    Yes, guys have done the swap on Sequoia 's and Tundras. I haven't done it, only saw pictures online. I would assume you will at least need all those, hood, hood bulge, grill, fenders, headlights, bumper.

    My vote would be to go with a 3rd gen if you like that look. With the price difference in doing the conversion you can probably get in a 3rd gen and also get to enjoy the updated interior.
     
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  9. Dec 13, 2016 at 9:06 AM
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    Unfortunately I can't afford a 3rd gen unless it's got a ton of miles on it and I don't want to do that. The question was really more out of curiousity than anything else, but thanks for the answer!!
     
  10. Dec 13, 2016 at 9:08 AM
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    Gotcha, I hear ya. Sorry I assumed if you went with a 2nd gen you were considering the conversion.
     
  11. Dec 13, 2016 at 9:55 AM
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    Like this...(I have this picture saved on my computer bc I am considering wrapping my truck in this color...matte grey)
    toyota+sequoia+tundra+matte+grey+wrap+nashville+thewraplab.jpg
     
  12. Dec 13, 2016 at 11:39 AM
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    wow..:muscleflexing:I always wondered how a sequoia would look with this front end this thing looks sick I wonder why Toyota is holding back
     
  13. Dec 13, 2016 at 12:06 PM
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    That's the perfect wrap color Lou... do it!!
     
  14. Dec 13, 2016 at 1:48 PM
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    That color is definitely on the short list. I'm getting my wife's car wrapped for Christmas, and then I'll look into doing the truck. I haven't asked them for a quote yet; I'll do that when we drop her car off.
     
  15. Dec 13, 2016 at 5:19 PM
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    I love that sequoia :thumbsup:
     
  16. Dec 14, 2016 at 5:55 AM
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    I'd love to do it one day but I have a feeling I'll spend the money else where... I can play with the second gen front and make more my own anyway
     
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  17. Dec 14, 2016 at 6:10 AM
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    Agreed. :thumbsup:
     
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