Should I buy this Tundra?

Congrats on the new truck!

 

Can you give me some more information on the 5100 in regards on how high i should set them for best towing capability. Should I set them higher in the front or back or have all 4 set the same? I'll probably get these installed soon..
Do they come with the coil over? Looks like these are sold separately. Thanks

 

5100s are struts only. I personally would not raise the front more than one notch from the bottom (3/4 inch up) if you're towing anywhere near capacity. That's where I have mine right now. In the picture I'm towing about 5,500 lbs.

 

Well if we’re still talking about the truck...or did I miss something here in translation?

My recommendation to get the undercarriage looking much better is to put on a bunny suit and goggles and go to town with a wire wheel and POR-15.

 

The Bilstein 5100 shocks are only adjustable for ride height in the front. The rear 5100's are not adjustable but can accommodate up to a 1" lift. Page 2 of this PDF shows typical lift height with regard to circlip position. The 5100's are replacement shocks and you'd have to use or replace your existing coil springs in the front.
While new shocks all around will improve towing performance, I think you'll see a greater benefit from either upgrading the front sway bar, adding a rear sway bar, or both.

 

Listing is gone. Did you get it?

 

Bissell Machine is in your future...

 

I have one!!! I'm pulling the seats out today and getting started.. can't wait for my truck to smell/look good.

 

Here's the diagnostic from my mechanic.
It gonna be a long road but hey, guess I'm not in a hurry.. (kinda)
I could replace the coils when they do the timing belt but this would be most of my money(until I can save more). Not sure if I should hold off on these or do them asap..

I need to look into what he meant when he said the transmission is collapsing. It always seems to make sense when he explains it but then I get home and forget what he said.. it's hard for me to visualize things when I don't know the names of parts.. it didn't sound like that big of a deal but when u put in on paper, sounds like it needs to be addressed!!

Also found out my mechanic is retiring and not taking anymore work.. I've been with him 5 years and he was very trustworthy and reasonably priced!!! So I'm ISO and new mechanic if anyone has a recommendation for the Santa Cruz/San Jose area in California.

 

Reads to me like he is suggesting a Mechanic too?

 

Only plan on towing around 3,000 dry.. how much should I raise in back? Same as front or a little higher to help with trailer weight.. I want my truck to look level when I'm not towing.

 

He's talking about the center support/carrier bearing for the driveshaft...his "transmission collapsing" comment is VERY poorly worded...it's not expensive or hard to replace...just FYI go with Spicer they are a legit alternative to a Toyota carrier bearing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L9HpbRhaA6I

 

Yes sadly he is retiring been with him for a while.

 

Yes I read that but on his report he suggests another mechanic too.

 

Here is more info on that bearing...

https://www.tundras.com/threads/cor...ra-exact-toyota-oem.45266/page-4#post-1990628

 

Thanks! Helpful video! So it doesn't have much to do with the transmission but more of vibration while driving? Now that I know what it looks like I'll go check it out on my truck! The mechanic said he could feel a slightly vibration but I don't feel it!

So it's not like my transmission is going to fall off or anything lol . I would like to run this truck for a long time so really want to make sure the tranni is happy!!!

 

Got it sorry!! Yes I will go to him unless a member here recommends a mechanic..

He quoted me 850 for belt, pump, seals.
Said replacing all the coils would be an additional 1,000!!

 

Have we talked her into 35s yet? I'm still catching up.

 

Price for the belt/pump/seals is not bad depending on the parts used...just ask him to use the Aisin TK021 kit...also use an Aisin thermostat and I would replace the radiator with Denso while he is there...should not add much if any cost to labor.

Denso Coils are about $50 each....anyone with a basic took kit can replace them and all 8 spark plugs in about an hour.

 

I need to learn more about towing gear ratio first!! But bigger tires and black rims are definitely in the future along with custom grill/bumper!

 

Back to your interior: Tuff Stuff foaming stain cleaner works wonders on interior and carpet. Spray on, wipe off with a damp cloth. Available at any auto parts store or discount store.

For really tough stains, maybe apply this and use your drill brush to help lift it.

 

Thanks. What website is this?

 

Rockauto.com

 

It's a great feeling. I recently bought my 2014 and it was formerly a concrete construction foreman's truck. Needless to say I spent 3 weekends detailing the inside. It's a great sense of accomplishment. I suggest taking after pics.

This was just with bissell, drill brush and hand brush. Could stand to be done again as 6 years of construction use really was rough on interior. Yours will come out even better I bet.

 

He mentions the carrier bearing as well as the trans collapsing so I’m assuming he means the trans mount is collapsing/failed

 

It's hard to tell what he meant but that's not what I got out of it. I assumed he meant that the transmission support/bushing thingamajig needs to be replaced. The same part that was being discussed in another thread maybe a month or so ago. Someone had to replace theirs. I would call this mechanic back and ask.

But either way, both would be easy to replace.

 

Yea, you could be right...I concur on your advice to call him and clarify.

 

I think it depends upon your use for the truck. For me, I'm not a fan of "levelling" where they raise the front an 1.5-2 inches more in the front compared to the back. I can see why people do it for off-roading. When I purchased the truck, the Bilsteins were raised over 2 inches in front, can't remember if it was the top notch or one below that. I lowered it 2 notches, now sits one up from the bottom. I only plan to do moderate dirt/gravel roads, no mud or sand (not intentionally, anyways). Levelling generally is not good for street handling or towing and certainly not good for gas mileage. My truck as it sits now has a mild front to rear rake and I still have good clearance in front (2wd). Stock in the rear.

She'll tow 3,000 lbs with no problem.

 

Just under 4000 lbs stock suspension no problems.

What exactly are you pulling at 3000 lbs and what kind of trailer?

Just curious.