What have you done to your 2.5 gen Tundra today?

Locked it up doing 65 after a POS Prius did a u'ey in front of me. ABS worked flawlessly. Usually run with nannies off when not on the interstate- glad I wasn't this time... The roads are more crazy than usual here in San Diego.

 

Got the ROAM box up today. We're headed to the Badlands and then Custer State Park. ROAM customer service was excellent.

 

I really like those boxes but can't figure out how I would secure the contents. Is there a spot for a padlock?

 

Each of the three latches will fit a little lock. My Master lock was too big.

 

I odored a new center console badge

 

Hello, I am sorry about delayed response. I was very busy these days working from home and taking care of my kids at the same time. Is like never ending workday. Well, same happened to me. I was looking at this units for few months and finally decided to give it a try. What triggers the purchase was a low price I found compared to most of these units in the market. I bought it directly from China and they sent it to my door for a total of 471.00 brand new. Here you can find more details of my unit: https://www.szklyde.com/tesla-vertical-screen/59123551.html. I am editing a detailed video about the install, mods., and configuration but here are some stuffs that I have learned during the process .

I was wondering why the cost of this unit, compared to what is available in Amazon and other local stores. Well to be honest I think the only difference, or the reason we pay more buying it from a local store is probably the support. This unit came without any instructions. It has a very basic PDF that you can access after turning the unit On. If you are those persons that prefer plug and play stuff only, this probably won’t work for you from the beginning. But once you have it set, for sure you will love it. It is designed to be plug and play, but based on my experience and all options it has... for sure you will have to do your research too .

So far and overall I am happy with it because I like to do research, configure, and modify stuff etc. Also, It has a lot of cool stuff compared to what we got from the stock unit. That being said, this is what I had to do to make it work as I wanted.

• The frame fit almost perfectly but not at all. The upper clips didn’t fit completed due to the geometry of the frame. Maybe was my OCD but I had to modify the frame by cutting it around 1/8” on each back lateral sides under the curved area for a perfect fit.

• I have the anytime front and backup camera switch and harness installed. Therefore, I found a way to make it compatible with this unit by adding an extra cable to the harness that came with the unit. Fortunately, that was the only thing I had to do and works perfectly.

• My Tundra has heated/AC on seats. By default, these options were not available in the UI. The whole AC controls were not working. I did my research and found an admin password that allowed me to modify the car type in the configuration menu. Very easy to do and worked perfectly after that.

• My rear speakers were not working. Initially I tried the fader and balance options from the sound’s settings without success. I found later another menu that modify the truck amp setup. From these options I found a configuration setting that enabled the rear speakers.

• The quality of the sound is acceptable in my opinion. I had a plan B for that because these unit also has a low output where you can plug any audio amp. But I am happy with it no need to add an amp. to improve the sound.

• I love the fact that I can add headrest monitors to broadcast what I have on screen. Not tested.

• Android Auto works as expected. It is also compatible with Apple CarPlay wired or wireless.

• Connected it to the Internet via Hotspot and worked as expected. I was able to see YouTube videos and navigate the Internet without any issues. Netflix wasn't available in play store. But for sure there is a hack for that. No tested.

• Touch screen response is great.

• Power management is adequate. I did a test bench to make sure it doesn’t drain the battery.

• Didn’t see any option for XM Satellite Radio.

There is also a custom firmware that probably can be installed and additional apps. as well.

Probably I am missing some other stuffs, but if there is something you are interested to see or test, please let me know so that I can include on the video too or add more info here.

So far I can tell you that I like it and for sure I will continue to add/mod more stuff on it.

 

I just went toe to toe with a dealer and won. You can call corporate. It helps sometimes. The number that I used is 800-331-4331. You might also try the BBB. That seems to get them motivated sometimes also. If there is another dealer close by you might just go to another dealer. I don't go to the dealer that I bought my vehicles from.

 

Installed this shifter which I grabbed from Amazon for $28~ during Prime Day. Not usually a carbon guy but absolutely love the way this looks and feels in the truck. Highly recommend.

YUZHONGTIAN for Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro 2010-2021/Tundra TRD 2007-2021 Car Accessories Gear Lever Shift Knob Replacement PTR57-34141-02 (A/T) Carbon Fiber Style

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Y1NFDRL?ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details

 

Looking forward to the video, just a breakdown of all of its features would be great. Did yours have the option to install a sim card and broadcast wifi throughout the truck?

 

RCI Engine Skid installed!

 

Thanks, I think that's a good call. I do feel better going going with something close to Toyota 75W over just putting

$39 75W-90 GL-5 Limited Slip, Ultra Long Drain 500k Miles, Manual Transmission, Gear/Differential Lubricant (1 Gallon)

75W-90 into the TC as it appears the dealerships do. At the moment I'm going towards the Redline MT-LV as it lists the Toyota LF golden child by exact part number in the specs. It also seems in the giant discussion over oil brands, a lot will give credit to redline for their decent gear lubes.

 

The redline is a good choice also but just to make you aware, Royal Purple synchromax also lists the LF by name as compatible. Either choice will be completely fine since they list LF and both will be way cheaper than the Toyota golden child.

I used the Royal Purple in my 4runner and it was fine. Will use it again on the Tundra when it's ready to change.

 

Put on the 8" bamuffler yesterday, sounds awesome. Now I think I need a different tip. I will cut off the flared end and run a 2.75" - 4" I think, what are you guys using for length? Seems 10" and 14" are the most common for sale

 

$27 RAVENOL J1C1003 MTF-3 SAE 75W Full Synthetic Gear Oil - 1 Liter for Manual Transmissions, Differentials & Transfer Cases

https://www.amazon.com/Ravenol-J1C1003-Manual-Transmission-Fluid/dp/B00QPCL7ZE

Been using this last two changes. No issues. One of the recommended brands I found a few years back for our t-cases.

 

It's very easy to break the plastic oil filter housing. I've broken two myself. You have a few options...(1) keep the plastic housing and don't break it, (2) upgrade to the Toyota aluminum housing, or (3) get a spin-on filter adapter from Baxter and use a traditional oil filter...https://baxterperformanceusa.com/product/ts-301-bk-cartridge-to-spin-on-adapter/

I'm sure there are other options, but these are what I'm aware of. Option (3) is expensive at $200, but I put one on my wife's Highlander and I love it. My Tundra will get one this winter at its next oil change interval.

 

@YotaBro and @IndianaGeologist - @Tunka says they’re the Atlas progressive expedition pack.

 

If it reads like that, "odored" seems correct.

 

Window tint and a little front PPF protection installed today.


I believe it is Xpel XR. The front side windows at 35% seem just about perfect to me. The front windshield at 55% feels dark for my taste. The installer described it as "a touch of color" but to me it's dark. Maybe I'll adjust and not mind it, we'll see. Worst case I'll have them re-do it at 70 or 80%.

 

I did 35 front sides, 80 windshield and 20 on the rest

 

Are they metal or plastic?

 

I need this. Link?

 

$20 Center Console Badge Custom Text Option - Compatible with 2014-2021 Toy Tun

https://www.amazon.com/TufSkinz-Cen...sprefix=tundra+center+console+,aps,229&sr=8-5

 

Getting my alignment done right now. Fun fact don’t go to fire stone or tires plus otherwise they’ll take your truck completely out of alignment. I paid for the lifetime alignment thinking that would be good since I off road a lot but turns out they don’t honor it if you put any mods on your suspension. Just save the headache, your tires not wearing uneven, and send it to a shop that knows what they’re doing.

 

One more...got the bed Line-Xed. They had to do another pass because I found some spots that weren't adequately covered after the first try. Looks good now. Half the price the dealer was asking to do it for. They even took off and put back the deck rails so they could spray under them.

 

Just got mine in the mail today as well. So far simple install and sync. Going to try the mod where you hide it under the center tray.

 

Awesome!! Not to many runn’n the round shifter. I went with an old school 8 ball.

 

BMC

 

Door speakers getting replaced over the weekend. Went with Kicker separates. Will get back on how they sound once installed.