One thing that we hate about our trucks?

But what is "weak" about the Tundra compared to the other 1/2 tons?

I agree with your earlier post; if you need/want to tow +11k lbs on a regular basis, get a more capable truck.

I know some other 1/2 tons have towing ratings in excess of the Tundra's 10k rating; the fact is, they don't really upgrade the chassis components in order to handle that added stress. The Tundra has the biggest rear end and lowest gearing out of any 1/2 ton, had the biggest front brakes until the arrival of the most recent Ram 1500, and its powertrain components (transmission, transfer case, engine) are easily as robust, if not more so, as what the others have.

So short of getting into a 3/4 ton, I'm not sure where you're going to find a stronger truck.

 

I hate the 9 pin towing connector. It fails to stay connected. It will stay plugged in but it will lose power to the lights or the brakes! Not cool with a 30ft trailer.

 

Do you have the pins lubed up? Maybe your trailer wiring is a little stretched out in the pins.

 

I never said anything about a 1/2 ton. When I originally was shopping for a new truck, I was planning on getting a heavy duty. But I didn't know if I wanted to deal with the reliability, or lack thereof, of a domestic truck. So, I opted for the "weaker" Tundra - because I wanted reliability - and Toyota doesn't make a heavy duty. But it turns out I should have just gotten a domestic heavy duty.

And if you want to look at just 1/2 tons - the payload on the Tundra isn't that stellar. As I mentioned in my earlier post, I don't really care about towing capacity, as I don't tow much. I do haul stuff quite often, though. And the payload on my Tundra is very low. I can get an F150 with a high payload option that will dwarf what the Tundra offers. I wouldn't ever get an F150, though - I think that they pretty much suck.

 

Well fair enough. I didn't realize you were comparing the Tundra to a 3/4 ton; I agree that the Tundra, despite being 'over-built' in some aspects, does not offer the same capabilities as a 3/4 or 1 ton.

Payload is a bit lacking for the Tundra, especially compared to the competition. I suspect that the next gen will be beefed accordingly to maintain payload and towing specs that are comparable to what the newer 1/2 tons are offering. Though I will again note that some of those other 1/2 tons offer higher payload ratings despite having powertrain and chassis componnets that are comparable to what the Tundra has. So I don't know how much faith I'd put in those vehicles' GVWR's.

 

They are lubed. That's possible, but if it I shift the connection just a little everything works. It just doesn't hold tight it seems

 

It might not be enough of a interference fit on the pins. Sounds more like a bad connection than something wrong with your truck wiring harness. Check the receptacle on the truck and the wire harness from your trailer and see if you can modify or make the male ends larger or the female ends smaller. Unplug your battery first.

 

LOVE my truck. But on the highway it does not track straight as well as my F150. Hunts around a bit whereas the F150 was like it was on auto pilot. That's it. So many many other things are far superior.

 

Oh I 100% agree it's a fitment issue. Just frustrated that I have to modify it to make it work one brand new truck

 

Maybe depends on your trailer harness got smashed and worn out from your previous truck. I’m sure every manufacturer makes theirs a little different from the next. I’m not saying modify, more of an “adjustment” LOL.

 

I just opened up this forum and this thread was the very first One Thing we Hate About Our Trucks, followed immediately by a post titled Poor Fuel Economy. LOL.

Actually, mine would be the terrible stereo system followed closely by the uncomfortable seats.

 

The Tundra payload is definitely under rated, can any one guess how many pounds are loaded on mine in the attached pictures?

 

For the love of Pete. Just because you can stack 4,000 lbs in the bed and still have the vehicle move - doesn't mean it is ok to do so. It doesn't mean that the payload is "under-rated". The payload rating is what it is. The Engineers came up with the number. Sure, there is some factors of safety involved. But it just isn't worth the risk to try and tempt that.

Fer Fawks sake.

 

1,875.99??

 

I do not understand why my truck does not have a Drivers side Grab handle. I have all this other stuff like power lumbar and auto dimming rear view mirror but NO DRIVERS GRAB HANDLE?!!! Toyota Please!!! For us Handicapped folks at least.

 

2400pds, you will not notice a lot of sag because of ROADMASTER active suspension system I had installed. The system also helps with body roll when going around the curb. Definitely a better option then installing a sway bar since it will offer more advantages.
I do believe that the Tundra is underrated when it comes to payload and towing capacity. It could probably easily have a pay load of 2000pds and a towing capacity of 11000-11500.
The Tundra's capacity falls in a category somewhere in between an F150 and F250. Definitely the best 1/2 ton truck out there despite all the gimmick that other auto maker advertise!

 

DRIVE SIDE GRAB HANDLE
It took me 10 minutes to install, there are few video on YouTube on how to do it.

 

So about 1000 lbs overweight with just the stuff in the bed - even more since you have to get in it yourself and drive it. Your roadmaster thing does nothing to legally nor mechanically increase the payload of your truck.
What you "believe" about your truck matters jack squat if you were to get in an accident overloaded like that. Let alone the fact that you are grossly overloaded, that load doesn't look like it is strapped down very well. Things can shift under braking, all kinds of stuff can happen.

But hey, what does it matter? At least you got your load where you needed to go - even if it wasn't done safely, right?

Tool. Bag.

 

Cheap plastic interior
Auto up windows

 

All of the proper precaution were in place, the straps were on it before I took the picture. 1/2 mile drive on back roads shouldn't be a big deal. My all point was that despite engineer's limits on load, the truck is well capable of safely have a payload of 2000pds and towing capacity of 11000-115000 pds. I didn't mention the fact I'll due it. Also on my truck model configuration the pay load is 1560pds.
On the other hand you have automaker that build vehicle with much lesser powerful engine with higher pay load and towing capacity.

 

No transmission temperature gauge

 

The engine doesn't have much to do with the payload rating - other then if your engine weighs more, your payload is less. If it was only 1/2 mile on back roads - you should have taken two trips. Your extra addition to the suspension system actually took away from your 1560 payload rating. Nerf bars also take away from your payload rating. The true payload of your truck is what is on the sticker inside your door (minus all the weight of all the shit you put on it) - not what the brochure says. And I disagree with you - the truck isn't "well capable" for those loads. If it were - then it would be RATED for that.

I'm quoting another member on this site, but I like the point he makes: You say it was only a 1/2 mile on back roads. What if you were shit-faced drunk? Would it be ok to drive just because it was only a 1/2 mile on back roads? No, it wouldn't. Just like it isn't ok to knowingly overload your truck and take it onto any public road.

 

I’d like better speakers.
Better acceleration. My 5.7 feels a little heavy and sluggish compared to the 5.0 F150.
More USBs.

 

My 1794 has auto roll up windows. Touch of the button and they go up/down second touch and they are controlled manually by my finger. I would think other models have this too.

 

No real hates, but there's definitely some room for improvement.

1) A CM with an option for a standard 6.5' bed.
2) Something other than the JBL Premium stereo that came with my Platinum.
3) A lighted folding mirror switch. I fumble to find this thing in the dark all the time.

Dave

 

I agree about the mirror switch I even asked the dealer about that because I thought the light was out

 

Ha ha ha. My Tundras are heavily modified, including the brakes, as well as, lifted. If I were worried about the factory warranty, I would never modify my truck in the first place. I might ADD also, that I am in law enforcement, so, I would never ever do anything illegal. Nor, would I ever put anyone’s life in danger. just for your information!! Be very cautious whenever you make statements about people who you know nothing about!!!! Not everyone in this world and America is as forgiving and as mature as I am, whenever, ignorant people make slanderous statements. Thanks for your input, though.

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@Rski85 For the benefit this great thread and everyone who has contributed. IMO, the stock Tundras do have the power and ability to tow vehicles far above the listed
Tow capacity of Toyota. Especially, if the Tundra is 4x4, and heavily modified, to include, but not limited to, bigger heavy duty brakes. Headers, tuners, additional oil and transmission transmission coolers, heavy duty radiator, front and rear higher gears, supercharger, etc, etc. I live 20 miles away from the dock where I unload/load my boat.

My Tundra with Magnuson supercharger is currently putting out 553hp, and 548lb-ft. Therefore, those modifications significantly improved the towing capacity and payload of my Tundra. When compared to the Ford F-150, 3.5L EcoBoost® Twin-Turbocharged V6 13,200 lbs towing capacity. I firmly believe that my Tundra can tow 14000lbs, not that I would attempt to tow that muck weight.

 

I'd like to be the first to say nobody gives a rat's ass. But I like how you tried to throw that out as an intimidation technique.

 

I have to turn the cruise control on every time I drive

 

Interior plastics that mark up if you breath on them too hard.