What have you done to your 2.5 gen Tundra today?

Thanks for sending it our way.

 

Center console was removed to put AJT stuff on. The red rings on climate were a bit tougher to exchange, but look nice. Not your cheap stick ons. You remove the original parts and assemble the new. The knobs were easy, the start button a little tricky. The Steering wheel was the toughest, by tearing it down. Good directions and went smooth. My wife bought stick ons for her 4Runner but they are bad, she now wants me to do the same. Door handles are great!

 

Bought a knock-off onboard twin compressor from Amazon to save about $200+, and a "budget" mount from eBay (it's actually a great mount; clean cuts and holes, and smooth, even powder coating). On the money I saved for both, sprung for a premade 4-way set-up from Thor's; could've probably pieced it together cheaper, but liked the fact that it came all assembled in its own storage bag. Solid construction with kink-free hoses. Put a "stop watch" to it...about 3:20 for air down from 37 PSI to 20 PSI, and 5:15 for air up from 20 PSI to 37 PSI. Not really sure how that compares to a legit ARB unit, but definitely good enough for me, especially since some of both times was taken up by me opening and closing the valve during deflation, or turning the compressor on and off during inflation, to check PSI. As I do it more often and get the "feel" for when I'm close to fully aired down or aired up, might be able to trim off a few seconds for both. Compressor didn't get too terribly hot...the manifold that came with the Thor's setup that's connected to the couplers and PSI gauge got pretty warm though. I'm going to keep an eye on the compressor and report back if any issues. I like it so far though...really nice to only have to run the + and - to the battery; since it has its own on/off switch on the top of the compressor, no need to attach the other wiring harness which would go to the provided remote switch. I elected not to get a standalone manifold, or a tank, as I am not running air lockers, air tools, train horns, etc.; got the ARB hose coupling quick disconnect instead. I hope this help someone looking for "budget" alternatives.

Compressor mount: https://www.ebay.com/itm/255786069743

Ballmers CKMTA12 Universal High Output 12V On-Board Twin High Performance Air Compressor for Inflating Tyres

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09NN2VWTC?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

$24 ARB Hose Coupling Us Std Npt 1Pk (740112)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07N1JTKZF?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

$210 Thor's Lightning Rapid 4-Tire Inflation/Deflation System, Dynamo Lock-On Air Chucks, High Flow, Quick Silver, Full-Size

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BFG3PY8W?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details


Deflating:


Inflating:

 

Def a bummer…made me 2x mine…hopefully your installer will get ya right
I chose ARE bc of the installers in my area
Some of the other brands/shops had questionable installation practices

 

They don't make anything like they used to, but then again we were building it, not today. We can't make shit anymore.

 

Document the steps, hear it's a bear !

 

Well this is the unit in the passenger fender well not the other units in the back of the engine.

 

AJT Design:
-Steering wheel trim (black)
-Black Emblem overlay
-Black/Tan Steering cover (closest color match to Quicksand)


Custom Interior wrapped in Katzkin Leather.
-Full black with black stitching.
-Wings on seat: Bamboo (closest color match to Quicksand)
-Perforated from lower back to butt. Benefits: Less slippery, less sweating, absorbs sound, temperature control, and it looks high end.










Final thoughts: The leather is a tap firmer and thicker than cloth, but easier to wipe and clean. The fresh leather does make the truck smell and look new. I opt out on the heating and cooling.


Next Upgrade: Rear bed step
Any suggestions? OEM, AMP Research, Ebay brand, Amazon brand? Let me know what you have. Thanks.

 

Interior is looking sweet!

 

Thanks. Appreciate it.

 

Love those seat covers! Looking great. You are super happy I'm assuming?

Mind if I ask about the price?

 

Definitely easier to clean. Adds a firmness to the seat, which is a plus on long trips.
Yes, happy to have it. Matches the truck inside out. Not too happy about the price, but you pay for what you get. $2k installation included.

 

Does look nice.

 

Those seats turned out so well.

 

I have some extras if you want them.

 

Would you happen to have the part numbers?

 

OE and AMP are the same step. I haven't looked into the Ebay or Amazon brands. I went the OE route.

 

I can when I get home for lunch.

 

Thank you. That would be helpful.....I'm building a part number listing for things like this that will be posted in the forum soon.

 

Looks good. Interested what's recommended for the bed step. I definitely could use one too.

 

AMP makes the factory unit. I was able to pick up a factory one from Sparks for a couple dollars less than the AMP one. It is a pain to put in since you have to pop the plastic bump tread off the bumper. I use mine all the time.

 

I thought they were in OE packaging, but it looks like Jimbob just wrote on a plastic bag. Looks like 90467-10203

 

Those are pain in the ass to get last summer, I waited 3+ months. Mines fly off inside the blackhole dash every time I take off the radio and hvac panel.

 

one of mine is still back there. I hear no rattles and the Headunit is tight and functional. C'est la vie.

 

I purchased an OEM Bed Step from Ebay. My understanding is that AMP makes the OEM step so they are the same. Install from start to finish was 45 minutes. I suggest backing the truck onto a ramp so you have some room to work. I took the shortcut of cutting the existing bumper bracket to allow space for the step, instead of taking apart the bumper cap to put in a new bracket. Still a solid bumper and no extra time spent on disassembly. This approach changes nothing with the step. I use mine all the time.

 

I have an AMP Research one… love it!
Be careful when you order. There are two models that they make for the 2.5 gen.., the first one I ordered didn’t fit… I think I made a thread about it…

 

Now THAT'S a SHINE! Nice Job!

 

Fantastic! Love the idea!

 

I would love it. Only need one of the white clips

 

I just have those 2 yellow ones. I believe they were on the radio but they’re all yours if you want them.