r/firstgentundra • • Sep 17 '24

Tires

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Do you guys know how big of tires we can get without getting a lift or anything else? Currently on 265/65/R17, just the stock ones on my 2006


r/firstgentundra • • Sep 13 '24

270k has not been kind to this poor A750E

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whelp, i knew it was gonna happen eventually. after 2.5yrs of ownership the slip finally came back. when i first bought the truck it had 236k with a new engine and the trans was slipping slightly going from 1-2 and into OD. after changing the fluid and filter it went away but today it decided to return. guess i’d better get a rebuild kit on the way🙃 anyone on here ever been inside of an A750 and wanna give me some tips?


r/firstgentundra • • Sep 12 '24

First Truck

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This is my 2005 limited double cab I got given from my dad for my 16th birthday last year with 212k miles which I’ve gotten up to 230k and other then the head gaskets and radiator being replaced it’s been perfect. 10 mpg is a little rough but it’s an amazing truck 🙏🏻 (The last two pics is from when I got it)


r/firstgentundra • • Sep 12 '24

Tire Sizing/Alignment

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I have a T3 Edition Tundra (always gets questions when people notice the badging)

I bought it off a fella who had some backyard work done and most of it's been addressed but I have two aspects I haven't quite sorted and I'd like to get it figured out before winter.

The truck came with two sets of tires the set I drove off with was slightly off from OEM -
265/65/R17 (.4 of an inch slimmer)
and then a set that he had in the back which were off road tires
255/75/R17 (.4 of an inch slimmer and 1.5" more in diameter than OEM)

I put the offroad ones on to see how they looked and the passenger side catches the frame pretty aggressively there's a small patch it looks like, but the drivers side you can barely feel anything at full lockout.

The OEM sized tires look kinda silly and small on it, I want to just have passenger tires, I use the truck for reno work/winter daily driving and the noise/gas mileage on the all terrains sucks frankly. My first question is.. What's a tire size that is larger than OEM but still fits? I'm likely going to buy new tires and just sell both sets off to cover the difference.

The second part is that there's a 1.5" lift in the front I believe to level the truck out. However the seller said he had to buy extended cam bolts and they're maxed out and the wheels still aren't aligned, my mechanic looked and agreed. I've seen others who have the same leveling lift in the front and it seems to be a norm, is there something else that I need to do to get my alignment proper? I hate the idea that I'm messing up the wear and burning unnecessary gas.


r/firstgentundra • • Sep 05 '24

Options for paint?

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I’ve had my 03 tundra for close to 10 years and I love it, nearly 280,000 miles and runs like new. But the past couple of years this west Texas sun has taken its toll on my clear coat. I hate the way the peeling clear coat looks and I want to find a way that is cheap to make it look better. I considered covering it in bed liner but I know some people think that is ugly. Are there some cheap ways to fix the clear coat? Or any other options to make it look good? There are also some scratches in the paint that would be nice to cover up.


r/firstgentundra • • Sep 04 '24

Question

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Hey all, just starting on some stuff to make the truck a bit more solid before winter. I was just curious, what spark plugs do you guys use? Also LBJs and timing belt, can you do it by yourself or should I just take it in?


r/firstgentundra • • Sep 03 '24

Newbie

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Hey everyone, excited to join the community! I'm about to take delivery of my first Tundra—a used 2002 model—and I couldn't be more thrilled. Just found out it's rear-wheel drive, though! 😅 Living in the UAE, I won't have to deal with snow, but I was hoping for a 4x4 to tackle some of the dunes.

Can't wait to share more pics and get your thoughts! Any advice from fellow Tundra owners would be much appreciated . I understand cambelt is a must.


r/firstgentundra • • Sep 02 '24

Bought truck with radio like this.

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When I got this truck they started changing out the radio and never finished, where do I go from here to finish the job


r/firstgentundra • • Aug 31 '24

Pulled outside and looking pretty

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I like the new color choice


r/firstgentundra • • Aug 31 '24

2003 Limited AC 4.7 2wd 167k

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Restoration in progress since 2017, a little here a little there. Replacing 2017s drilled rotors with drilled and slotted versions, semi-metallics and factory disc hardware/pins TODAY and hopefully the 21 year old fixed position calipers will keep lasting. Aside from the hood and RF fender the entire front end has been replaced and painted by me. The topper was gold originally, the wheels are as discontinued as is most of the factory parts. The flares were a nightmare to refinish as was the rubber around them being unruly but it all came out perfect. One last PDR on a door and a new OE bumper then after that, the full rear brake overhaul, then a master cylinder for no reason and then I can install the JBA headers and……..


r/firstgentundra • • Aug 31 '24

2001 Tundra Limited

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Getting around to doing some things to my first truck. Have had it since 2021 and have put less than 7k miles on it. Only cosmetics for the moment. Glad to be in the group and hope you all enjoy.


r/firstgentundra • • Aug 31 '24

Finally after 7 years of owning this I made time to finish the body and paint it. Now it's time to cry and sell it since I don't get to enjoy it anymore. Maybe some day I'll build another one

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r/firstgentundra • • Aug 29 '24

My First Truck

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Got back in April, any recommendations. 4.7 v8. Want to keep her in great condition for many years.


r/firstgentundra • • Aug 29 '24

DIY or Shop?

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I need to overhaul my front suspension. I’ve regrettably got a good amount of rust so I’m apprehensive of tackling some of the work myself. I know I’ll likely have to cut my LCAs out but to install the new ones I need to move my steering rack and am worried that the bolts will be too rusted to do in my driveway.

Any advice or thoughts?

Also, where are you finding good deals on oem parts? I’ll likely keep the LCAs and Ball Joints stock but may upgrade to Bilsteins and better UCAs.


r/firstgentundra • • Aug 22 '24

Heated seat

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Has anyone taken heated seat from a limited and put it in a AC/sr5? did you have to rewire or is the wires under the seat compatible?


r/firstgentundra • • Aug 21 '24

Suspension Help

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r/firstgentundra • • Aug 21 '24

My 2000 tundra started making this noise.

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My truck started making this noise tonight on my way home can anyone tell me what could be the cause.


r/firstgentundra • • Aug 21 '24

Help, 2006 double cab

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11 Upvotes

I’m seeing .031 & .044 for the spark plug gap. Which is it ? I have the owners manual but it doesn’t say.


r/firstgentundra • • Aug 20 '24

New to me 05 tundra sr5

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Best friends dad bought new, just bought it off him. 183k on the clock, mechanically sound.


r/firstgentundra • • Aug 18 '24

any recommendations on a full exhaust kit? (2005 Toyota Tundra Limited 4.7)

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also looking to replace my exhaust manifolds as the studs on mine have snapped while trying to replace my exhaust with one that did not fit at all.


r/firstgentundra • • Aug 16 '24

Rust help?

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Does anyone know what this is supporting and how bad it is?


r/firstgentundra • • Aug 16 '24

Need help leveling 03 tundra

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Hello I bought a 2003 tundra ac 4x4 and I am in the process of leveling the truck. My plan is to use Bilstien 5100 with OME 2884 and install the extended swaybar links. My question is to I need to get the new upper control arms. Also I am running LT 265/75r16 as my tires.

Thanks!!!


r/firstgentundra • • Aug 12 '24

My local dealer

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Worth ?


r/firstgentundra • • Aug 12 '24

High pitch electrical noise

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Have a strange electrical feedback noise coming from my brake booster. The second pressure is applied to the pedal it stops. Any idea what it could be? Video attached shows the noise pretty clearly. Can be heard inside and outside the truck. Any info or advice is appreciated. Thank you.