What have you done to your 2nd gen Tundra today?

Well happy to report round two finally a win... Some carnage pics of the bushings; damn those things are ridiculous to get out. Also happy to have finished my OME 612 and SPC UCA kit in the front.



How she is now “no alignment” and yes a little dirty; went out in the west desert last weekend and haven’t washed her since.

 

I just ordered some Toytec but held off on the shackles due to this. How did you get them out?

 

That's a very respectable gesture! So many families are out of work and full of uncertainty. Hats off to you for sure!

 

Oddly enough, the top bolts came out fine. In order to get the others I had to drill around the rubber bushing to press out (the easy part) took a hack saw and looped the blade on the inside of the metal bushing to cut through. One you cut through I think it releases the pressure on those in the spring eyelets. Then it was hammering them out with a chisel. The second one went a lot easier once I got a process down but; not going to lie they are a pain in the arrrsss...

 

Rotated tires today. Have not had them rotated for the 20k miles I've put on the car since I bought it because I want to get new Michelin Defenders but the current tires have pretty good tread. Sailun brand, about 9 or 10/32nd tread when I purchased the car and now 6-7/32nd. Don't want to waste a good tire so was thinking I could try to wear them off faster but since we're at home and I was bored, finally got around to rotating them.

 

Purchased today! Next project!

 

I have lived here since the early 90's, and we have had a few heavy wet snows - some with a layer of black ice underneath, even a glaze of ice on top.

My home at sunrise about 10 years ago.




This picture was taken about 3 years ago



The best thing is that it doesn't stick around very long, usually gone in 24 to 48 hours.

 

Fascinating! We usually get snow early november, stays until at least late march and then off and on until late april. So some years 6 months of snow isnt unrealistic. I like skiing and snowboarding but i wouldnt mind driving in it less.

 

what size Nittos are you running? how about a level?

 

Thank you ,but it's nothing most of the other guys on here wouldn't do either.

I have to say we've been pretty blessed and unaffected thru this whole thing while others are really starting to feel the ramifications of places/jobs being shut down. A little time and gas is certainly not a big deal.

Besides, who doesn't like to be out and about in their Tundra!?!!

 

They are 285/75 18 with what looks to be a 2 inch spacer in the front (installed by previous owner). With the level and spacers I only get rub at full lock.

 

Looks sharp.

 

Thanks man.

 

Decontaminated the truck.

 

Yes, there are alot of good people on here. It's nice to see people helping others when they can. I've help my neighbors some....if I'm at the store and they can't find something like chicken, I buy it for them and take it over.

 

Party under my hood
https://youtu.be/xxBVh8O1oGI

 

The light output is perfect. I definitely don’t feel as bad with on coming traffic having to deal with these compared to hids in stock headlights. Think @Headlight Revolution might have had a 20% off sale but not sure if they’re still running the special. They’re worth every penny since they retain the leveling motor function which to me is huge if you tow or load a bunch of crap In the bed.

 

Bath and wax today!

 

haven't washed my engine bay in years. simple green and pressure washer with soft water. i'll do the exterior and interior tomorrow.

 

Restored my headlights

 

Finally got the chance to install my center console molle panels from victory4x4. Look good and now I’ve got a spot put my radio pouch so it’s not just flopping around. Mainly only use it when responding to wildfires to get an idea on what’s going on and listen in on air to ground.

 

LED's and grill upgrade from 2008 to 2020.

 

Looks great!
3rd gen grill fits? Easy swap?

 

It's a second gen Sequoia TRD Pro grille

 

Looking goof

 

*good

 

Fyi, you can edit your posts. This ain't Twitter, lol

 

pretty easy swap. all 2020 TRD Sequoia parts available from dealer. Harness from @xrunnerdude67.

 

Are you going to fill in the gap with something?

 

Damn those sliders come from the shop so dirty! Took more than an hour to get them cleaned and ready for primer.. 2 rattle cans in and a very light two coats... think I might need one more can of primer for one final pass.

Also a bit disappointed with All Pro sliders being delivered with slag still on top of the welds in places, had to get out the old wire brush and pick/scrub the welds clean... at least the welds look great, just seemed lazy.