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What have you done to your 2.5 gen Tundra today?

Discussion in '2.5 Gen Tundras (2014-2021)' started by T-Rex266, Aug 10, 2014.

  1. Oct 9, 2024 at 6:45 PM
    RobertD

    RobertD SSEM#123, ASCM#4 "I call it Vera" ~Jayne Cobb

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    I vote bumper as well. Or you could do the Viper Cut mod. I think that would provide the clearance you need. @TRDFerguson may have better input into if it will provide clearance though. I'm just guessing.
     
  2. Oct 9, 2024 at 6:56 PM
    Terndrerrr

    Terndrerrr 932000 miles to go

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    Yeah, mine too. Does anyone have the “other” @STravis front bumper? The one that requires no cutting. Guess I’ll search my watched threads for the 2.5gen bumper thread…
     
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  3. Oct 9, 2024 at 6:59 PM
    BreyTundy

    BreyTundy Big 4Lo Guy

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    I think it’s early on in Travis’ build thread
     
  4. Oct 9, 2024 at 7:33 PM
    STravis

    STravis SOB Fabrication Vendor

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    Here are some photos of our standard replacement bumper.
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  5. Oct 9, 2024 at 7:34 PM
    STravis

    STravis SOB Fabrication Vendor

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    @CaptRussia253 has one of our bumpers as well. He may have some insight for you.
     
  6. Oct 9, 2024 at 7:44 PM
    BiggHertz

    BiggHertz DZTLIMO

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    Oh mine next!
     
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  7. Oct 9, 2024 at 8:05 PM
    CaptRussia253

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    Yup got the OG bumper and still love it. It’s nice not having to cut anything to install it. I also think @STravis new high clearance front is freakin awesome! I wouldn’t hesitate to order either front. Also, add his high clearance rear to your list. The only thing I regret is ordering the rear without the tire carrier. So stupid :(

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  8. Oct 9, 2024 at 8:20 PM
    RobertD

    RobertD SSEM#123, ASCM#4 "I call it Vera" ~Jayne Cobb

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    What's the small light next to your fog? Is it set up like a ditch light just lower?
     
  9. Oct 9, 2024 at 8:33 PM
    CaptRussia253

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    Yes pretty much. @STravis added a second hole in the bumper to allow for a Baja design s1 light. Unfortunately I’m poor and ordered some cheapo lights off Amazon :rofl:
     
  10. Oct 10, 2024 at 4:49 AM
    Terndrerrr

    Terndrerrr 932000 miles to go

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    I see you, too, are mudflap-less
    [​IMG]
     
  11. Oct 10, 2024 at 6:23 AM
    CaptRussia253

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    :rofl::rofl::rofl:

    Can't use the fronts with the 37s haha and the rears had to go with the new high clearance bumper. I am trying to integrate a larger mud flap in the rear for the winter and figure out how to install it on the bumper support reinforcement bracket.

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  12. Oct 10, 2024 at 6:46 AM
    BreyTundy

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    If you want to make your truck hideous to look at there's rock tamers :anonymous:
    https://www.amazon.com/Rock-Tamers-Mudflap-System-Stainless/dp/B006M9VIRM?th=1
     
  13. Oct 10, 2024 at 7:06 AM
    CaptRussia253

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  14. Oct 10, 2024 at 7:12 AM
    BreyTundy

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    Oh yeah those are sick! The rock tamers were a total joke, those things make my eyes bleed lol
     
  15. Oct 10, 2024 at 7:47 AM
    HulkSmurf14

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    Tastefully enhanced...
    But they protect your boat! That's the ONLY time I use them!
     
  16. Oct 10, 2024 at 8:10 AM
    CaptRussia253

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    Haha I know. They do have their purpose, but fugly as all hell.
     
  17. Oct 10, 2024 at 8:21 AM
    HulkSmurf14

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    Tastefully enhanced...
    It adds to the shame when you're loaded up rolling with them and they scrape on the pavement when you're rolling slow at gas stations...haha
     
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  18. Oct 10, 2024 at 8:27 AM
    Snert

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    Started the arduous process of rust removal/restoration/undercoating. Trucks only a '21 but living in the salt belt there's already a decent bit of rust forming. Debated on paying someone to do it but shops around me charge $1000+. Ended up getting some wire wheels from HF, some Rust Kutter on Amazon, Rustoleum Rust Reformer spray paint, chassis spray paint, a spray gun with the hoses, Cosmoline and Wool Wax. Got the underside degreased with Purple Power, wire wheeled and a round of Rust Kutter so far. Going to do a second round on some of the worse spots, then prime and paint followed by Wool Wax in the body cavities and rockers, Cosmoline for the frame and high spray areas. Pulled the front fender liners and the tail lights to get at everything. It's not hard work but it's definitely time consuming/tedious. Hoping after doing everything super well this year I'll be able to just do touch ups on the Wool Wax and Cosmoline for years to come.
     
  19. Oct 10, 2024 at 9:19 AM
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    I hit the bottom of the truck with FluidFilm every year. It is very similar to WoolWax. This has served me very well.
    I have a 2021 and I live in Michigan so salt is a real factor.
    FluidFilm will stop the rust that you have and if you stay on top of re-spraying every year it will never progress beyond what you have.
    I really like the way FluidFilm and WoolWax creeps into all the nooks and crannies.
     
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  20. Oct 10, 2024 at 9:41 AM
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    Tundar the Barbarian

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    Speakers, amp, subs, floorboard lights...and the little step thing under the bumper
    Just did Best Mod Ever...whoo, that's satisfying!!! I wish it would free up money for truck stuff or old car stuff, but pretty much committed to house stuff for a while...
     
  22. Oct 10, 2024 at 9:50 AM
    Snert

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    Yeah after going down the rabbit hole of rust removing/undercoating I settled on a two pronged approach of Wool Wax for creeping into nooks and crannies and Cosmoline for the frame. My only wish is that I had access to a lift lol.
     
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  23. Oct 10, 2024 at 10:15 AM
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    New shoes today! I went with Mickey Thompson Baja Boss A/T 285/70R17 Load Range: SL - These replaced the aging BF Goodrich KO2's in the same size which still had enough tread to be legal but were getting hard and sketchy in the wet. Got a pretty nice deal from a local tire shop who ordered them for me. Total damage was $1212.21 for the tires mounted & balanced, an alignment & state inspection.

    Initial impression are positive. Good ride & not loud for a fairly aggressive tread pattern.

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  24. Oct 10, 2024 at 6:48 PM
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    I'm aware of this and was worried about how the Auxito LED bulbs would perform. After last night, I'm not concerned in the least bit. Last night I had a friend at work drive by a handful of times to see if he'd be blinded. Properly adjusted and targeted, there were no problems. With headlight restoration and the Auxito LED bulbs, the clarity and field of vision is awesome. Couldn't be happier with the results.
     
  25. Oct 10, 2024 at 7:01 PM
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    Tech has changed/adjusted accordingly...great update for night driving!
     
  26. Oct 10, 2024 at 7:13 PM
    Vizsla

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    @BiggHertz
    Your gonna get the same advice I was given but didn’t listen to…:rofl:
    Just buy the replacement compressors, high temp Loctite 272 is no joke. It is rebuilt and works fine, but it involved a 12 ton press, tig welder, many screw extractors died, and too much time. I am convinced ARB has no quality control or they employ blind people. The tolerances stack up bad, not much chance they will last long term.

    Used to be around $140 not long ago… ARB-CKM01SP

    https://www.polyperformance.com/arb-air-compressor-replacement-parts
     
  27. Oct 10, 2024 at 7:18 PM
    TRDFerguson

    TRDFerguson SSEM #99/RGBA #8-ish?/It’s a funny name.

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    So you’re saying I should move forward with my plan of dual wielding Viair 400p’s under my hood?
     
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  28. Oct 10, 2024 at 7:20 PM
    BiggHertz

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    ah, the easy way out. Lol

    i was gonna buy 1 new one, throw it under the seat on a DDI plate, and invest the rest in a powertank setup
     
  29. Oct 10, 2024 at 7:24 PM
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    They are in my shopping cart, that was plan B. Under hood is kinda sketchy, too hot with the truck running.
     
  30. Oct 10, 2024 at 7:26 PM
    TRDFerguson

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    Apparently I never told you who my employer is… I see all the shopping carts :spy:
     

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