What have you done to your 2.5 gen Tundra today?

Please explain.....I'm not familiar with crossnuts.

 

aka jack-nuts,plus-nuts, cross-nuts

 

So do they provide a better hold that standard rivnuts?

 

Eh…they’re definitely my choice for blind fastening especially in softer substrates like composites and plastics.

 

Gotcha. Do they use the same rivnut tool for installation?

 

In theory yes, but un necessary…

POP JNT-1100 Manual Jack Nut Friction Wrench Tool (1 PK)

$4 POP JNT-1100 Manual Jack Nut Friction Wrench Tool (1 PK)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00869OUEE

 

Installed 15 row cooler from genuine cooling systems on Friday, have not seen above 195 as compared to 223-238 so I'm happy, here is the only pic I took not that it's that great but there is not much to take a pic of

 

Yes. But the ones I've got, they required a longer threaded shaft. I had to modify my crappy cheap tool.

Crossnuts are much stronger and you don't need to drill a precise hole like rivnut needs.

 

Are you seeing those temps while not towing?

 

I see 220F just going 50-60 MPH on a freeway, in mid-50 weather...

 

What's up fellas. It's been a min but today was a good day man. Got a chance to finally install my Vled footwell lights. Took me about 1 hr 1/2 because I shaved a part for the dim switch so it would sit nice and flush. Here it is and I must say it's well worth it. Included a shot with all the Vleds on at the end. Can't use the excuse of not being able to find anything anymore in this truck lol. Enjoy your weekend fellas

 

Picked up nfab step bars from Facebook for a solid deal. Powder coat was chipping off so I scraped and sanded. Recoated with herculiner.

Think they came out great.



Next step is 35's.

 

Looks like Sparks parts got a shipment.

 

Gave it an identity crisis. I cropped the Tundra out of the first pic because it wasn’t really sure if it wants to transition from just groceries to real truck stuff yet.


No more raised beds, garden in-ground going in.

 

Went to rigs and coffee saw some nice gen 3s one was my buddies pro who plans on full LT. The other is on an icon kit with 37s. Then a flex request was asked so who was I to deny them. Also had to run up to Washington to meet @CaptRussia253 for some wheels for my buddy. Awesome to meet you! Had to send my buddy some teaser pics of his wheels lol

 

Yes if I'm locked up in 6th gear on highway I will be around 223 when it shifts down or I need a little more power that is when it starts to climb a bit

 

I think the design of this oil filter system is pathetic. I have yet to be able to get the smaller piece out before the entire filter housing and filter come out, causing a HUGE mess every time. Every time I try to turn that smaller piece, it turns the entire housing. I've removed after draining the oil, put in a new o-ring, put it back in somewhat loosely only to have it turn the entire housing next oil change. I hate it. I have given up hope I can ever get it to work as designed.

 

Of? Leaving us hanging and all. LoL

 

I’ve never had that issue on my ‘08 or ‘21 - over 300k miles worth of oil changes. I torque both to factory spec, use new o-rings with a light coat of fresh oil each time, and use one of the thread-in drain tools with a hose for draining the canister every time.

I’m probably not the norm, but I prefer this system over the single-unit filters, especially on my daughter’s 2008 Forester. I can’t remove that filter without making a damn mess every time.

of course, the design on the 2017 Forester is the best - filter is a regular spin-on and sits threads-down In the front of the engine bay with a handy little “pan” around it. No mess, easy access, stupid simple.

 

Started my camper build in the back. Build the sleeping platform and a 5ft drawer underneath. Just need to build a counter/shelf on the other side and then waterproof the whole thing.

I have leftover white deck paint from my raft trailer, so I’m debating between painting it all white or just polystaining the wood a more natural color.

 

I like that a lot. Nice work!

 

Finally gave the truck a detail it desperately needed after months of neglect. Also picked up another center cap, painted it, and stuck the vinyls on.

 

Changed oil in both 4runner and Tundra with 5w30 since it adds more hrsprs haha. Also showed my 3 year old how much cooler I am now that I bought 37s.

 

you don’t have the guts to go bronze….

 

What a fantastic pic Ruslan!!

 

Thanks for the ride. Told my wife I’m saving up for a supercharger…

 

What taillights are those?

 

Diode dynamics fogs SS3 max

Overland torque tune much more responsive driving experience

Also ordered RCI full aluminum skids and will chrome delete entire truck

Thinking about replacing headlights as well while I’m at it