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What have you done to your 1st gen Tundra today?

Discussion in '1st Gen Tundras (2000-2006)' started by T-Rex266, Sep 7, 2015.

  1. Jan 7, 2019 at 1:43 PM
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    Rheywood456

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    I will only run Toyota Coolant. First off it’s bright and easy to spot and track down a leak if it’s leaking... also Previous owner ran non-Toyota coolant (not sure which brand) and when I did the timing belt for the first time it didn’t look good. I did a flush and have only ran Toyota coolant since. I just did the timing belt for the 2nd time a few months ago and things looked way better. Everything is engineered together!
     
  2. Jan 7, 2019 at 1:44 PM
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    FirstGenVol

    FirstGenVol Brake Czar

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    My understanding is that Toyota says we have to use their coolant, something in the recipe that makes it unique. Toyota Red for our trucks where the newer ones use the Pink. The price point makes that really tempting though.

    Some folks say the Aisin brand is the same thing as Toyota's. Others disagree.
     
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  3. Jan 7, 2019 at 1:46 PM
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    FirstGenVol

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    Yeah. I'm due for a flush even though the current coolant still looks good. I'm just hesitant to due it right now as I think a radiator replacement is wise. I'd rather not pay for coolant twice.

    Anyways, is 2 gallons enough for a flush?
     
  4. Jan 7, 2019 at 4:37 PM
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    Darkness

    Darkness Allergic to white

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    Not sure but I use Toyota coolant only. Mine is pink. I think the formula is made for aluminum heads and iron block, probably helps prevent electralysis buildup.
     
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  5. Jan 7, 2019 at 6:07 PM
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    Afkouki

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    This looks awesome! Where did you get that roof wrap?
     
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  6. Jan 7, 2019 at 8:16 PM
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    Sunnier

    Sunnier Pity the warrior that slays all his foes

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    Man, that looks fun!

    Bummer about that tire tho- ;) Is that an STT Pro? What tore it, do you know?

    * That wrap is awesome. :thumbsup:
     
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  7. Jan 7, 2019 at 8:56 PM
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    Rheywood456

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    It was a blast! I had it custom cut at a local Vinyl shop in Phoenix. It’s 3M Vinyl
     
  8. Jan 7, 2019 at 8:58 PM
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    Rheywood456

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    It was a blast! Great weather. Actually was very warm which was nice!

    No, it’s not a STT Pro. It’s their Discoverer ATP. My next tires will be STT Pros or their ST MAXXs!! I sliced the sidewall. Not very tough on the ATPs. Im sure it wouldn’t have happened on the STT Pros / ST MAXX!

    But no worries, I have discount tires warranty. Should replace for free

    Are you still going long travel!?? Bruce helping you?
     
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  9. Jan 7, 2019 at 9:25 PM
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    Sunnier

    Sunnier Pity the warrior that slays all his foes

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    Yep, LOOOOOOOOONG travel! Bruce spec'd everything, I ordered, just waiting (and waiting!) for parts. I'm hoping stuff will start arriving this week. He said once he sees parts and trusts I've actually spent money (ha!), he'll start taking apart the truck. I'm very excited!!!

    And I'm planning on STT Pro, so if you'd had a bad experience, I'd want to know. Glad those weren't what you were running.

    Thanks for sharing the pics. Sucking up all the inspiration I can get. I'm feeling very grounded, waiting to get this build going (and done!), and I want to Fly!!
     
  10. Jan 8, 2019 at 8:13 AM
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    Rheywood456

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    Niiiice! Can’t wait to see it.

    Yeah the STT Pros are beasts of tired. One guy in our group this past trip to the ozarks has them and they did extremely well
     
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  11. Jan 8, 2019 at 2:09 PM
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    Professional Hand Model

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    Hood screen arrived. Feels solidly built. Glad to pay some else in this case to do the fab work (around $190 made in USA!). I’ll be doing the install soon, hopefully.

    upload_2019-1-8_17-7-25.jpg
     
  12. Jan 8, 2019 at 2:24 PM
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    sharmstr

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    Awesome. I was just thinking about a buying a mesh grille.
     
  13. Jan 8, 2019 at 2:46 PM
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    Professional Hand Model

    Professional Hand Model A.K.A ‘Golden Hands’

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    Here is a link to the installation instructions. I went through the big A online site to purchase for around $20 less at the time plus free ship. They have silver and black. Also, billet style for much less.

    https://www.grillcraft.com/installs/install_detail.aspx
     
  14. Jan 8, 2019 at 2:53 PM
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    sharmstr

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    FJ Wheels, EGR Fender Flares, Snugtop w/rack.
    They say they dont fit a 2003 which I have
     
  15. Jan 8, 2019 at 2:57 PM
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    Professional Hand Model

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    Looks like only billet style for you then.

    upload_2019-1-8_17-56-44.jpg
     
  16. Jan 8, 2019 at 3:00 PM
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    sharmstr

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    From Grillecraft, yes. But there are a few others out there that make 'em.
     
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  17. Jan 8, 2019 at 4:55 PM
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    piscespokerbrat

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    None yet - plan backup camera, led lighting, head unit, box organizer, and canopy or tonneau if one can be found local affordable.
    I updated my interior lighting with led bulbs. In the process I removed the metal spot plates behind the map lights to get full on brightness the light is blueish, but my phone wouldn't capture that. Next updates on interior illumination is the footwells!

    20190101_185828.jpg
     
  18. Jan 8, 2019 at 8:24 PM
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    2000Strong

    2000Strong Just a dude and his truck

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    All LED Interior lights, New Headlights, Break Controler, LineX Bedliner.
    Yesterday modified my map lights by removing the beam focuser and replaced all my lights minus the radio with LEDs definitely worth the price! Looks So good!

     

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  19. Jan 8, 2019 at 8:38 PM
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  20. Jan 8, 2019 at 10:45 PM
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    Well, I know what my next project will be. :D What do you need to do as far as prep goes? Just wash it clean? Here's what mine looks like.

    20181215_162054.jpg
     
  21. Jan 9, 2019 at 5:29 AM
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    Casper421

    Casper421 Toyota RidgeTrac driver!

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    The prep consists of masking off the area you want to cover and then sand down the paint.
     
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  22. Jan 9, 2019 at 3:44 PM
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    Gotcha. Just removing loose paint and rust or did you take all the paint off?
     
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  23. Jan 9, 2019 at 5:26 PM
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    5100’s at 5th notch, Add-a-leaf, diff drop.
    Does it count if I debated putting the SR5 flares back on, and thought about washing it for about 3 minutes.
     
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  24. Jan 9, 2019 at 5:48 PM
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    03tundra

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    Perfect day to throw on some wax

    20190109_145035.jpg
     
  25. Jan 9, 2019 at 7:26 PM
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    because_wumbo-truck

    because_wumbo-truck TTC#036 & 1st Degenerate

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    flowmaster 40, DDI injectors, sliders, bumper
    Kinda cool seeing a.white tundra with the chrome pieces on the grill. Mines all white.
     
  26. Jan 9, 2019 at 7:34 PM
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    Sunnier

    Sunnier Pity the warrior that slays all his foes

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    If it's well maintained, I think a first gen amount of chrome looks good on white.:thumbsup:
     
  27. Jan 10, 2019 at 8:23 AM
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    FirstGenVol

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    What's the best route to go on this? I assume the turkey baster method I used for the power steering will work for the brake fluid? Is there a preferred brake fluid to use?

    thanks
     
  28. Jan 10, 2019 at 8:28 AM
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    Professional Hand Model

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    Baster works pretty good to refresh the fluids. DOT 3 is whats recommended in our trucks.

    You can fully bleed your system at the wheels if you want, but its a PITA. I’d pay a shop to do it to save aggravation.
     
  29. Jan 10, 2019 at 8:32 AM
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    FirstGenVol

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    I'm all for saving money. The fluid isn't in bad shape but could use a refresher. I'll probably start with the baster first and see how that goes.
     
  30. Jan 10, 2019 at 8:40 AM
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    Professional Hand Model

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    Its just like the steering fluid concept. Do it a few times over the course of week on an annual basis. DOT3 is cheap. Just make sure its a fresh bottle every year you do it.
     
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