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Granite - A Third Gen Story

Discussion in '3rd Gen Builds (2022+)' started by Outbound, Jul 31, 2022.

  1. Apr 6, 2023 at 7:44 AM
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    I just got one of those on Saturday. Really surprised how much room it has once you pop it open, and how fast it opens too lol.
     
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  2. Apr 6, 2023 at 7:54 AM
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    We were really surprised at the roominess too. We had a camping trip a few years ago where we ended up stuck in a MSR Elixir 3 backpacking tent for 3 days as the skies did an abridged verison of the Great Flood. That sucked. This Gazelle will give us lots of room for chairs, a folding table and space to stretch out if we have to hunker down to wait out some weather.
     
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  3. May 16, 2023 at 1:47 PM
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    Asylum Dezyns cat shield

    I picked this up from @Mykeromachine aka Asylum Dezyns out of Edmonton, Alberta. It's super awesome having a supplier for cat shields here in Canuckistan, and even better that he's in Alberta. #AlbertaStrong #WestIsBest.

    The fit and finish is top notch on this shield, and he includes security bolts. I believe if you're in Edmonton, he'll even install it for you. I couldn't be more pleased with this add on. Now I feel safer driving down to the wretched hive of scum and villainy that is the Lower Wasteland of BC in July.

    I installed this myself in about 15 minutes, or the equivalent of 1 glass of bourbon. I used my small jack to help support the plate while I placed and installed the bolts. Very easy.

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    Diamondback Cleats

    I forgot to order extra cleats for my Diamond back when I ordered the cover. I went to order a 4 pack, but the shipping was equal to the cleats which seemed kinda silly. I emailed Diamondback and they were able to knock the shipping price way down and sent them north to the remote corner of Hoth where I live.

    This was also a 1 bourbon job, quick and easy. I'm looking forward to having additional tie down points and being able to flip the back hatch open and strap it down for taller loads.

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    PS: Still haven't needed tow hooks
     
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  4. May 26, 2023 at 2:07 PM
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    First fishing trip of the season.

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  5. May 26, 2023 at 3:15 PM
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    Current Summer Load Out

    Figured this may inspire some people, so why not. Plus vehicle EDC is a nerdy prepper thing which is kinda fun.

    Cross Bin

    Everything here fits in the cross bin. The tools are less for fixing my truck than they are for fixing other things I come across.

    Too much to list but pretty self evident.


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    Behind the back seat

    Bag with emergency baby change kit for little AK, tow straps and a Carharrt blanket.

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    Under the back seat

    Air compressor, rain shell, hoodie, water filter, box of misc shotgun shells, bug dope, fishing rod, lures, fire putter outer, a small bag with a can and cups for boiling water, tire pressure gauge, paper towels.

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    Back of passenger seat

    Trauma kit, backroad mapbook for my region, fishing regs.

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    Glove box

    Crank flashlight, lighter, crib board and cards, stainless straws because fuck paper straws, hand warmers, hard copy of fishing licenses.

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    Center console

    Typical console junk. Vault has headlamp, binos, Mora knife and a bag of change for tailgaters...I mean shopping carts etc.

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    The doors have water bottles, hand sanitizer, Mechanix gloves and some more ratchet straps because nobody ever said "I have enough ratchet straps".
     
  6. May 26, 2023 at 3:19 PM
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    Boost Auto mirrors, RSB, Leer Legend canopy, Line-X bed liner
    Geez, and my wife tells my I have too much gear in my truck...
     
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  7. May 26, 2023 at 3:55 PM
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    Prior Planning Prevents Piss Poor Performance.

    The Woman likes having a prepper geek for a husband because the gear I have in here has helped us out of a jam a few times.
     
  8. Jun 27, 2023 at 3:05 PM
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    Family outing to the river today.

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  9. Jul 25, 2023 at 8:54 AM
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    Just got back from a 2200KM (1400 mile) round trip from northwestern Alberta to southwestern BC. I'll add some pics and more notes into this post later today when I have time, but here's a couple quick highlights:

    Fuel economy:

    Average speed on the trip - 110km/h, 68mph.

    Terrain - Mountain highways

    Trip there - ECO mode, no trailer = 11 L/100km, 21.4MPG.

    Trip home - Normal mode, towing a roughly 800lb trailer = 15L/100km, 15.7MPG.


    Minor truck gripes:

    - The weather stripping on the passenger side of the windshield seems loose. It was causing a "static" type noise at highway speeds. Will be having dealership address this next service.

    - I still get that clicking noise from the windshield/headliner area. It only seems to happen cooler temperatures though, generally 10C or 50F.
     
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  10. Jul 25, 2023 at 2:24 PM
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    Here's a couple pics from the trip.

    Lunch break in Valemount, BC.

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    Rest stop in Little Fort, BC

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  11. Aug 11, 2023 at 11:06 AM
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    We just got back from our first family camping trip. Little AK is 16 months old, so it was a quick overnightee to a lake 90min from home. She did awesome.

    This was also our first trip with our Gazelle tent and gazebo, as well as the little old fishing boat I brought back from my dad's place last month.

    We're super happy with the Gazelle products. The pegs are an enigma though. The gazebo came with some solid spikes with T-handles that worked well but the tent came with shitty tin stakes that are worthless.

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  12. Aug 11, 2023 at 11:08 AM
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    Swimmers gonna swim
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  13. Sep 22, 2023 at 8:14 AM
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    A few pics from recent trips. PXL_20230920_172714901.jpg PXL_20230922_144638874.jpg PXL_20230922_005723504.jpg
     
  14. Oct 8, 2023 at 6:18 PM
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    I drilled holes in my truck. I must be nuts. o_O

    I installed a break away fire extingusiher mount.

    Vehicle Universal Quick Release Aluminum Roll Bar Mount Bottle/Fire Extinguisher Holder with 4 Adjustable Clamps (1) https://a.co/d/12LE09Y

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  15. Oct 10, 2023 at 6:42 PM
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    Evening at the river with the family.

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  16. Oct 14, 2023 at 10:21 AM
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    General ownership update:

    I had my second service done yesterday. I'm at a little over 17,000kms (10,500miles). I brought a few things to their attention that I wanted addressed:

    - Clicking noise around the windshield. I still can't nail this one down, and they couldn't replicate it. Understandable since it generally only happens below 10 degrees C. Last service they dropped the headliners and added some insulation but that didn't tackle it. They are taking me seriously though and recommend I bring the truck in when it gets colder and the noise gets louder so I can drive it with the tech and service manager.

    - Loose weatherstripping on passenger side, front windshield. Again, they couldn't replicate the buzzing sound. I don't think they took the truck on the highway though. The service advisor came out when I picked up the truck and looked at the stripping herself. She agreed it seemed loose, so I emailed her the video I have of it buzzing at highway speeds. She was going to look into what is involved in replacing it as she thinks the weatherstripping is actually part of the windshield.

    - Fuel gauge not registering a fill up. This is an intermittent problem, and I can reset it using the method mentioned on this forum. It wasn't a problem when I dropped the truck off, so there wasn't much I can do. They want me to bring it in next time it does it though, so they can have a look. They are aware of the issue as their have been alot of complaints about this with the 22+ Tundra and the Highlander apparently had a similar problem. I was told Toyota is most likely working on a fix for it.

    - Throttle delay/surge. This is another issue mentioned on this forum that I experienced. There is a service bulletin for it and involved a programming update. They did this and it solved the issue. The truck feels much more responsive now.

    - Clunk from transmission on start up. Another issue mentioned on this forum, and there is a service bulletin for it. Programming update done and issue should be solved.


    One thing I learned from the service advisor is that the TSB notices in the US don't transfer to Canada. Toyota Canada has their own system and they don't seem to interact much with the US service system.

    Overall, I'm still very happy with the truck. I knew there would be some growing pains buying the first year of an all new model. Had I been able to find a 2019 - 2021 for a reasonable price, I probably would have bought that instead. However, my dealership has been awesome in addressing any concerns I have and I feel like Toyota is working out the bugs on the 3rd Gens in general.

    Current score of truck based on ownership to date - 8.5/10


    PS: Still haven't needed tow hooks
     
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  17. Dec 29, 2023 at 2:54 PM
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    I know its been a while but since I'm new here, I just got around to reading your entire journey and have to say I am very impressed with everything you've done. Great work!
     
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    :hattip:

    Thanks!
     
  19. Jan 2, 2024 at 1:33 PM
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    Another day of ice fishing in the books. Slow as hell out there, but hooked two and landed one.

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  20. Jan 26, 2024 at 3:26 PM
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    Clicking Sound Around Windshield

    Thanks to @Northern Toyota and @graf_von_tundra , I finally isolated and eliminated the irritating clicking noise coming from my windshield in cold weather. It was to the point that I was all but dreading driving in cold weather, knowing just how annoying the clicking noise would be. Now, it appears that I can drive my truck in peace.

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  21. Mar 7, 2024 at 4:21 PM
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    Dealership day. I dropped the truck off at the dealership and had them deal with a bunch of recalls/updates:

    1. Fuel Tube XF5. Tech installed a protector on the fuel tube, they told me this is a temporary fix and a permanent solution is on the way from Toyota

    2. Electronic Parking Brake ECU Reprogram L83. Software update completed.

    3. Update Transmission Control Computer Software. RG3 transmission software update completed.

    - I'm not entirely sure what this was for. Maybe someone in the know can enlighten me?

    4. Steering Gear Program Update. EL2201 required, update completed.

    - Again, I'm not sure what this was for. My steering does feel a little smoother and more responsive now though.

    5. Clicking sound around headliner.

    - I had them look at the TSB for the window clicking that someone on this forum posted and where I put a wedge to stop the clicking noise. They said the TSB was for older models and clips don't exist on these trucks. They did however add some foam tape between the headliner and the body. This seems to have fixed the issue same as my wedge did. Whatever it was, it's gone now, so I'm happy about that.
     
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