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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. May 31, 2022 at 12:55 PM
    oscardog86

    oscardog86 New Member

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    Yea its kinda hard to explain cuz there are alot of forks. Its at like the first fork after you finish all the climbing and there is a sign on the right. The seasonal lake is called Coyote Lake.
     
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  2. May 31, 2022 at 1:06 PM
    Voss

    Voss Dust in the wind

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    I’ll check it out next time
     
  3. May 31, 2022 at 2:18 PM
    Vallejo206

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    i researched a lot of the aluminum ones and a lot have been made too wide. The ones I posted fit great, with no modifications.
    I also lost the little metal dowel. Popped it out and it hit the ground and into the grass somewhere. I was on my hands and knees for 30+ minutes looking like a tweaker
    Thank god I found it.
     
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  4. May 31, 2022 at 8:39 PM
    MrDirtjumper

    MrDirtjumper Ol’ dickhead

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  5. May 31, 2022 at 9:02 PM
    Shellback

    Shellback New Member

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    Peeling door window trim.
    Replaced oil pressure sender.

    1. Got tired of the false low pressure readings:


    2. The current state...


    3. From the Titanic...


    4. Replacement part from local store.


    5. Hope it lasts...


    6. New.


    7. Pressure is back

     
  6. Jun 1, 2022 at 12:15 AM
    artsr2002

    artsr2002 2005 Tundra DC SR5

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    Buen trabajo reemplazando el sensor de presion de aceite.
     
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  7. Jun 1, 2022 at 12:50 AM
    Shellback

    Shellback New Member

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    Muchas Gracias!
     
  8. Jun 1, 2022 at 1:00 AM
    artsr2002

    artsr2002 2005 Tundra DC SR5

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    No hay de queso, nomás de papa. Jajaja
     
  9. Jun 1, 2022 at 4:21 AM
    BubbaW

    BubbaW Been Real

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    Yeah, don't think the Titanic was that bad a shape but nice improvement.

    Noticed a couple other projects when you're not busy :)

    1st Instrument cluster pic....possible seat belt issue, wiper fluid, check eng., No Gear selection indicator :monocle:
    2nd Instrument cluster pic.....20MPH @2000RPM's....wow :eek:
     
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  10. Jun 1, 2022 at 9:39 AM
    Shellback

    Shellback New Member

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    Peeling door window trim.
    Projects:
    1) No airbag. Caused by a botched shifter linkage repair. Shifter repair went well actually, but when reattaching srs, some pins/tabs got bent. Sourcing a replacement at the moment.
    2) Wiper fluid refilled. Had to order special fluid from Japan.
    3) Check engine = one intermittent bad coil that will eventually become a permanent bad coil. Sourcing replacement...
    4) "D" gear selector bulb is burnt out.
    5) I think the RPM photo was taking while accelerating. She runs pretty good.
    6) The frame....:(. Funny thing the frame was replaced by the recall, so its ok, but they decided to throw everything else that was rotten back on to the frame. :(
     
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  11. Jun 1, 2022 at 9:40 AM
    dlowry81

    dlowry81 New Member

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    10 minute fix...swap D bulb with L bulb
     
  12. Jun 1, 2022 at 11:38 AM
    Vallejo206

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    Got my fog lights working today :bananadance:
    I’ve had the lenses installed for over a year and couldn’t find the oval switch for the life of me.
    Finally Found one from a scrap yard and installed it.
    Only to find out it wasn’t working with my LED headlights.
    Thanks to NickB_01TRD he helped me out and let me know LEDs can be tricky with fog lights.
    I decided to put back my halogens and they worked instantly.
    thanks again
     
  13. Jun 1, 2022 at 4:56 PM
    Voss

    Voss Dust in the wind

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    Recently made a bed cage for the RTT. Realized hadn’t shared and I’m fairly proud of it so I’m showing it off now.

    Wanted an old school look, 100% visibility out the back, full access to the bed from all sides and used aluminum to keep the weight down. Came out to be everything I wanted. Buddy welded it and it’s held up well over past few off-road(rough trails!) adventures.
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    Still has some work left. Planning a thin storage area at the top/right below RTT which will hold a table(I stole this idea from my brother in law/Giving him his due)

    And supports at each corner just to be on the safe side.
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    Oh, no wind noise and still averaging around 19MPG in the freeway. Made the frame to sit behind the cab and the RTT to sit as close to cab roof as possible. Sits about 3/4” above rear of cab and 1/4” above middle of cab.
     
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  14. Jun 1, 2022 at 5:32 PM
    FrenchToasty

    FrenchToasty The Desert rat, 6 lug enthusiast

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    I would add those gussets to the upper corners as well, help keep everything nice and tight
     
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  15. Jun 1, 2022 at 5:35 PM
    des2mtn

    des2mtn Third Member

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    Where my wheels stop rolling
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    Looks good! Going to keep it bare or paint it eventually?

    :monocle:
     
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  16. Jun 1, 2022 at 5:38 PM
    Voss

    Voss Dust in the wind

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    Yup there’ll be one at every corner, top & bottom.

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  17. Jun 1, 2022 at 5:40 PM
    FrenchToasty

    FrenchToasty The Desert rat, 6 lug enthusiast

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    That’s quite the piece of art, don’t let @alb1k see
     
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  18. Jun 1, 2022 at 5:46 PM
    Voss

    Voss Dust in the wind

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    Paint eventually but planning a color close to what it is now. Want to match skid plate, sliders, front of roof rack and the bed cage to…
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    And YES 19MPG! I’m averaging a little over 8mpg city and over 19 freeway.

    This is about 10mins after climbing major elevation from LA through the 14freeway.

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    When I stopped at a rest area I was over 18 while fully loaded and mostly uphill. On the way back(didn’t take a pic) I was over 20mpg.
     
  19. Jun 1, 2022 at 5:52 PM
    des2mtn

    des2mtn Third Member

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    Dang that's crazy. I'd love to get that good of mileage. How many miles are you able to go before needing to fill up?
     
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  20. Jun 1, 2022 at 5:53 PM
    Voss

    Voss Dust in the wind

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    Lol. I’m new to working with metal. This is actually my 1st real project involving metal. Welder buddy wants these beveled more. Alb1K works with metal how I work with wood. Dude made his stereo case with metal lol.
     
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  21. Jun 1, 2022 at 5:56 PM
    BubbaW

    BubbaW Been Real

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    Especially turning ~2600RPM's @ 80MPH :eek2:
     
  22. Jun 1, 2022 at 6:06 PM
    Voss

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    Not really sure as I fill up around 1/4 tank typically which is around 14gallons but this is how much is left after 300+ freeway miles and some city driving.
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    I honestly don’t understand what is happening but I’m happy. I don’t drive much in the city so 8mpg city doesn’t faze me. I’m extremely happy with my freeway MPGs!

    I have dirty deeds 12holes injectors, JBA shorty headers, JBA Ypipe, gibson exhaust and new O2 sensors. The biggest change came after the sensors. My city mpg dropped big time! So much so I was worried, even posted about it but after the 1st long trip I was happy. Have more power and amazing MPG. Oh, also have Nitro 4.56 gears which I’m sure help and they seem to go very well with the 33’s.

    I’ve mentioned this before and I feel it’s worth mentioning again, over 80mph my truck flys! I can barely touch the pedal or else I’m 90+. I literally have to take my foot off the pedal just to stay below 80.
     
  23. Jun 1, 2022 at 6:11 PM
    Voss

    Voss Dust in the wind

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    Ya that’s the sweet spot. If you look at current MPG it’s over 21mpg. 17.8 is average after a MAJOR climb in elevation. If anyone is in the LA area they know the 5/14 climb.
     
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  24. Jun 1, 2022 at 6:12 PM
    FrenchToasty

    FrenchToasty The Desert rat, 6 lug enthusiast

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    Is that the grape vine? Or something different, clearly a zonie
     
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  25. Jun 1, 2022 at 6:14 PM
    Voss

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    Somewhat, I think that’s Kern county which is after the climb. Kern is one of my favorite fishing spots… or at least the closest to me I consider “away” from LA
     
  26. Jun 1, 2022 at 6:15 PM
    Jack McCarthy

    Jack McCarthy Truck repair enthusiast; Rust Aficionado

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    Maybe if you keep the RPMs up by keeping it outta overdrive in the city, you'll get better MPGs? I'd try it. lol

    It's like your truck is more at home in the higher RPM range.
     
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  27. Jun 1, 2022 at 6:17 PM
    Voss

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    I drive like a grandpa in the city, never get to OD and the scan gauge has shown me my MPG is terrible at low RPM & slow speeds. When I say 8mpg, I’m not joking. It’s terrible!
     
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  28. Jun 1, 2022 at 6:24 PM
    des2mtn

    des2mtn Third Member

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    Plenty of miles and smiles per gallon, I like it.
     
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  29. Jun 1, 2022 at 6:41 PM
    Voss

    Voss Dust in the wind

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    Couldn’t of done it without you all. Some YouTube but mainly you all. Haven’t talked about what’s taken place over the past few years but I will say I’m smiling and I can honestly say I couldn’t of built my truck without you all. Appreciate my Tundra fam!
     
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  30. Jun 1, 2022 at 6:50 PM
    Voss

    Voss Dust in the wind

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    I should have my new bumper soon so I won’t need my OEM chrome bumper. If you’re near LA, you’re welcome to mine… for a 12pack of my fav beer
     
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