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First truck and first Toyota

Discussion in '2.5 Gen Tundras (2014-2021)' started by greentrbo95gst, Apr 21, 2021.

  1. Apr 21, 2021 at 11:50 AM
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    greentrbo95gst

    greentrbo95gst [OP] New Member

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    Hi guys I just joined and bought my first truck with the idea to built and overlander so I can take the kids out to the nature. It's a 2020 trd pro and it took me 8 months to find one with no crazy mark ups. I picked it up in Wisconsin and drove it back to California last week.
    Few questions come to mind as I'm learning the truck.
    1. Can parking sensors be added to the bumpers?
    2. Has anyone been able to disable the motion sensor in order to input the navigation address or watch movies- for the passengers?
    3. Is there anything to improve power on the truck outside of a supercharger?
    4. What's the best guide to follow as far as heading accessories and over landing cards to the truck as I'm learning along?
    5. Any recommendations for a shop in Southern California to do the build?- rack, bumpers, accessories, tent, etc? Looking for someone that is willing to help me with product choice.

    I started watching Nathan Mueller youtube channel as well. Any other recommendations I would appreciate.

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  2. Apr 21, 2021 at 11:51 AM
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    Mad Max

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    well get a pedal commander kinda like tow/haul mode but shift points are better. In fact go drive right now in tow/haul mode and report back on power.
     
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  3. Apr 21, 2021 at 12:01 PM
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  4. Apr 21, 2021 at 12:05 PM
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    Nice truck, welcome from NJ. I do not see any donuts in the snow behind you? LOL
     
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  5. Apr 21, 2021 at 12:10 PM
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    Wow....I like it!
     
  6. Apr 21, 2021 at 12:10 PM
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    Dr Doobie

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    Welcome from Alaska
     
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  7. Apr 21, 2021 at 12:11 PM
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    Lol I was scared of breaking something and that was in Colorado.
     
  8. Apr 21, 2021 at 12:12 PM
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    Thanks!! Any recommendations for a shop around here? I am in Huntington beach.
     
  9. Apr 21, 2021 at 12:14 PM
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    Thank you! Love the avatar
     
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  10. Apr 21, 2021 at 12:15 PM
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    First off, congrats on the truck. I hope it serves you well. There are a lot of people who build their trucks for similar purposes, so I'm sure you'll get good guidance.

    As for your questions, I added my responses in red. Nothing I say is law, and there are plenty of more knowledgeable people than me, but here goes:

     
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  11. Apr 21, 2021 at 12:16 PM
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    Thanks man, it'll run again someday!
     
  12. Apr 21, 2021 at 12:18 PM
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  13. Apr 21, 2021 at 12:21 PM
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    I will probably look at aftermarket parking sensors. My wife is 5'1" and I am afraid of her playing bumper cars and bumper walls.
    I think the speed sensor is connected to the speedo. I coded that option in my bmw and the kids can watch stuff while moving.
    I like the TRD tuned exhaust already and it's pretty loud. Maybe a supercharger after the whole build is done, but I may have to sell my kidney for that one.
     
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  14. Apr 21, 2021 at 12:24 PM
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    Honestly, for info on the power gains, give Keith at @dirtydeeds a call. He's very knowledgeable and if you just tell him what you want it to do/sound like he can give you some solid guidance. He's got a great reputation here on the forum for a reason.
     
  15. Apr 21, 2021 at 1:13 PM
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    Welcome from LA (Lower Alabama)!

    Regarding using the NAV screen for other video, check out the FRAC system on this site (built and sold by @TundraTex). That system is designed for use with a front camera but it comes with a switch that effectively adds the capability to run any video through the system, even while driving. It is considered a safety hazard to have movies or other distracting videos running on it while driving though, so make sure you don't do something that you'll regret.
     
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    Welcome from Ontario Canada.
     
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    EN2TUNDRA NOT SO New Member!

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  22. Apr 21, 2021 at 3:05 PM
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    Your screwed. once you get acclimated to your Tundra and bullet proof reliability everything else will be disappointment. You can't kill them....
     
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  23. Apr 21, 2021 at 8:02 PM
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    I hear you loud and clear haha
     
  24. Apr 21, 2021 at 8:03 PM
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    Thanks. I tried to get a Lunar Rock for 8 months, but the mark ups were nuts. Now I have to wrap the car.
     
  25. Apr 21, 2021 at 8:03 PM
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    Thank you
     
  26. Apr 21, 2021 at 8:04 PM
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    Thank you all for a warm welcome.
     
  27. Apr 21, 2021 at 8:05 PM
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    I think these guys are in Canada. I am in Southern California. I should have been more clear.
     
  28. Apr 21, 2021 at 8:10 PM
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  29. Apr 22, 2021 at 6:16 AM
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    Wow, you really want that Lunar Rock don't you. Good luck and post picks when you're done. I'm sure everyone here would like to see it.
     
  30. Apr 22, 2021 at 1:41 PM
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    Yea, I am contemplating wrapping in in matte Lunar Rock.
     
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