Pros and cons of every mod. Toyota 2nd gen. Sequoia. (With links)

[@suhimniko]

Your Sequoia build is the reason why I traded in my GX460 for a 2nd gen tree. Love it. Also, I’m from Kitsap, so that just made it even cooler knowing you’re around the area. I’ve got a premium as well and trying to decide between rear air spacers or full on Dobinsons lift. I’ve had Dob’s on my FJC and loved it. Love the build man. Also thought of adding rear towing airbags to dob’s suspension to eliminate any sagging when fully loaded or trailering.

[@CoolGuyClub]

Oh hell yes! If you’re gonna tow just leave the airbags and add the tandem pucks along with shock spacers and you’re golden. If you’re not towing so much I’d go full dobi and eliminate the airbags

[@suhimniko]

@@CoolGuyClub thanks for the info! Looks like I’ll be going with the dob’s lift since won’t be trailering as much. I’ll be adding the Firestone Coil Rite airbag system as well for added support in case of sag. Simple install and locating the air valve near the hitch makes filling up the bags as easy peasy. Saw the mod on a few GX builds.

[@matthall6485]

@@suhimniko do you know if you can use the OEM compressor and leveling sensors in combination with helper bags? That'd be the way to go, if you can!

[@christianvienneau6678]

Another Washingtonian . I have owned 40 plus vehicles lol yes I got car addiction . Traded in my beloved 2021 4Runner Trd off road . Because towing even a small trailer under 3,000 lbs is a struggle for the 4.0 v6 up hills and forsure mountains . Love this sequoia. It’s just like Tacoma is to 4 runner and tundra to sequoia . Ordered the trd pro replica wheels and got the pro grille. . Will keep stock height for towing . Live pierce country maybe I will see your rig someday !

[@Servator777]

AJT Designs TSS relocation bracket will mount the TSS sensor just behind your grill. You’ll get your cruise control back for like $50. It’s been working fine for mine after many miles of highway and off-roading.

[@CoolGuyClub]

I didn’t know that existed. I’m buying this asap thank you

[@lucashopson2837]

Also you can bypass TSS cruise and do reg cruise by holding down the cruise button for 20 sec. I Do that when sensor is blocked with snow

[@TheCreamRisesToTheTop]

@@lucashopson2837dang really? My sensor is busted from a rock and I haven’t had cruise control in a while. I really hope this works….

[@SokhaEangOfficial]

Thank you SOOOOO MUCH for this. G2 Sequoia Vancouver BC

[@robertskillings864]

Thanks bud. Bad ass Sequoia for sure and very helpful info.

[@CoolGuyClub]

Thank you!

[@mjcharb4283]

That’s funny, I installed the same Trail Grid Pro Sony radio. Everything came with mine no missing parts and the rear camera worked BUT like you I also hated that particular Sony radio model IT sucks! Replaced it with an 11” Alpine with dash camera and love it!

[@CoolGuyClub]

You’re right. I may just switch as well. The Sony is so basic and limiting

[@jeffburns2168]

Victory 4x4 was one of the 1st things I bought for my 5th gen. Had a rtt and awning on and off and realized it was starting to bend the spots it mounts on… plus the front mounts wore out the paint… normally I’d get annoyed but I have a heavy foot and think the bouncing around on trails helped as well… definitely shoulda done front runner or anything else other then a slim line roof rack. I built my 4Runner for light/medium duty trails. Love the build. That’s cool your in the same area… hopefully see ya out on a trail

[@CoolGuyClub]

Man isn’t it a bummer that victory is such garbage? We’d love to hit the trails with you sometime.

[@bwest5150]

So glad I found this video! Thank you a ton ! Awesome sequoia my boy

[@CoolGuyClub]

Thank you thank you

[@sloguyty5915]

Just for clarification, that subwoofer adjustment is for if you have an aftermarket subwoofer with an amp. The factory ones run off of the factory harness so there’s not a good way to individually select it!

[@CoolGuyClub]

I know. But it’s still a bummer you can’t adjust the trim. Especially for the price point of this package. It’s almost cheaper to start from scratch and build your own system.

[@sloguyty5915]

@@CoolGuyClub is there no EQ?

[@TheCreamRisesToTheTop]

Gosh dang your Sequoia is so sick! I’ve got a bone stock 2011 platinum and these videos are dangerous for my wallet 😂

[@zohrshahbaz9157]

Man your Sequoia is so cool, congrats

[@CoolGuyClub]

Thank you thank you !

[@edaztec]

Another detailed and well thought out video. Thanks for taking the time to go through and honestly rate all the stuff you installed. What roof rack would you recommend or what other roof racks have you heard would be a better alternative?

[@CoolGuyClub]

Thank you for watching. I’d highly recommend rhino rack, or Sherpa. They really know how to make racks hold up over time.

[@edaztec]

@@CoolGuyClub cool. Thanks again for the info. 😎👍

[@KingsofTruth425]

Awesome and helpful video. Thanks!

[@DavesdailyAdventures]

Nice build! love seeing the second gen get some love.

[@CoolGuyClub]

Thank you!!

[@steveb7781]

A lot of good info. I'm currently debating what to buy to take the place of my 21 tundra. Tundra is alright and all, but my 1st gen sequoia seemed a lot more useful, and I was never expected to use it at work, whereas it is assumed if you have a truck the company is free to burden you with its use when no company trucks are available. I've been looking at RHD cruisers and prados but I really liked my 1st gen Sequoia, I was sad when I rolled it. Anyway, that little laser cut piece on the dash you were upset about the lead time. Chances are it was done through a service like xometry, oshcut, send cut send etc... and though their turn around is usually really fast for raw parts....powder coat can add SEVERAL weeks and sometimes even a month or 2. If they made them in house I would be disappointed, but as a person who makes stuff through these companies...I have my local guy powder coat any parts and sometimes he is backlogged 6+ weeks. Just a thought.

[@CoolGuyClub]

Good insight on that. It's a shame that powdercoating can add so much to the process.

[@jakemaughan3818]

Solid! Good to know about all the Victory 4x4 Stuff. I really wish all of the companies that make the racks would give use real information about the mounts and support. So far the ALOffroad Rack looks the beefiest.

[@CoolGuyClub]

Totally true. The AL Offroad rack was on my list but man those lead times absolutely killed me. I hope they are better now.

[@evanmalinowski6302]

I really enjoy my joying headunit I have in my GX470! Isn't perfect but works good!

[@CoolGuyClub]

For the money that might have been the better option

[@M3CHANICALMICHA3L]

Keeping it real! Love the review

[@CoolGuyClub]

Thank you!

[@559AsianBackpacking]

Right on the point. Thanks again for the vdo

[@CoolGuyClub]

You're welcome.

[@byrond2184]

Thank you for this video!!!!

[@hcage_2578]

On your rack, it used 80/20 extruded aluminum. These crossbars accept 1/4-20 hardware. This can be 1/4-20 carriage bolts, t nuts, or drop in t nuts. While M6 is super close to 1/4-20, 1/4-20 is the best fit!

[@hcage_2578]

Also victory4x4 is shit. Sherpa all the way!

[@CoolGuyClub]

You’re right on the hardware size. I should have said, I chose the M6 bolts because I prefer having metric hardware because it fits more things in my garage.

[@CoolGuyClub]

Totally agree this track is pure dogshit

[@CoolGuyClub]

Rack*

[@alessiofavilli3435]

I absolutely LOVE this build! I am building and modding a 2012 Sequoia just like yours, and will definitely be incorporating some of these mods! One quick question, what floor mats are those? Small detail but I love the way they look! Cheers!

[@CoolGuyClub]

Thank you thank you. Those are the factory Toyota “all weather” mats

[@alessiofavilli3435]

@@CoolGuyClub Thank you for your response, I’ll look into them!

[@evilwhitey98]

When do we get a video of this beast offroad?

[@CoolGuyClub]

I was thinking the same thing. Every time I take it out, the alignment goes so badly out of whack it's unnerving.

[@evilwhitey98]

You're not instilling a lot of confidence here... 😅 Have you done the total chaos tab upgrade yet? Are those only for the front end? I ordered some up but haven't installed. Also haven't looked in the rear at all. Looking forward to your solutions and advice. Love your videos. @@CoolGuyClub

[@colincronin7005]

This is epic! Just got a 2nd gen. Did you have any trouble installing that bumper? Or did it fit right on?

[@CoolGuyClub]

No issues. I have a video on the channel walking through the entire process

[@LonelyStonerHOU]

Awesome thanks!

[@CoolGuyClub]

No problemo

[@jesselaredo969]

Hi thank you for the great video build outs. Do you plan on an aftermarket rear bumper? If so, any idea on some good options? Will a Tundra aftermarket bumper fit?

[@484465]

Hey! Have you done any research on auxiliary or extended range fuel tanks? I’d sign up for a group buy if you got Long Range America to put a tank into production for second gen’s! Love your content thank you for sharing!

[@CoolGuyClub]

That’s a great idea. I bet it would be extremely easy if you use the factory spare tire space under the rig

[@484465]

@@CoolGuyClub I think you're right, I believe that's how they do it for the 4RUNNER and LCs-- I would be down if they put it into production and I think you'd have more sway given your reach as *the* premier second-gen Sequoia content creator :-)

[@overlandersnorthwest]

Do you have a video of the tandem offroad rock slider install? I couldnt find it in your videos

[@CoolGuyClub]

I didnt post it out of fear of internet nerds criticizing my welds.

[@HeIaI]

What about the Speakers? I am not fan of the Toyota JBL Synthetic and some music there good and some gave me headache. Also Love your Sequoia content. Subscribed.

[@CoolGuyClub]

You’re so right the stock JBL sound quality is garbage. I should have covered it in the video.

[@nabsmartinez19]

Did you by chance have a video of you painting the grill?

[@CoolGuyClub]

Sadly no. I used black 202 spray paint form Spectra paints and I used a 2k clear coat.

[@nabsmartinez19]

Can you please make a video. if you can go back what would you do different on your sequoia?

[@americandude3825]

Ah ha. Thanks. Appreciate it. Gonna get the ac knobs, door handle covers, and I want the steering wheel - but idk if I want to spend $200

[@CoolGuyClub]

You’re welcome for the video. Realistically $200 for a new wheel isn’t Thaaaat bad.

[@americandude3825]

@@CoolGuyClub true. I agree. But my sequoia is a 2008 5.7 Sr5 premium (JBL and leather) with 216k miles. It runs like new, but I’m trying to decide what to actually spend money. It’s interior is still amazing, except a tiny bit of wear in the driver leather. The exterior is good except it needs a paint job and three tiny door dings from the kids haha. I really want to get it painted but everywhere said “$3500-6500” and it’s only worth about $9000 if I sell it due to the mileage. But, to replace it with a newer sequoia, as you know, would be anywhere over $30k. So….time will tell. She’s been great to me! I did just drop a $750 pioneer dmg-wt3800 9” wireless CarPlay touch screen. That required a $140 wire harness so I can maintain my factory JBL amp…so if I go spending too much my wife may get after me. Haha!

[@brandonturbeville7412]

What did you use for your ditch light brackets? Great video!

[@CoolGuyClub]

Cbi

[@johnncoh]

did I hear you correctly - no exterior antenna for that GMRS radio?

[@CoolGuyClub]

No sir, I didn't say that. You can see the external antenna in the first few shots of the exterior. I went with the old school looking one because I love the look.

[@johnncoh]

@@CoolGuyClub thank you sir for the clarification. I appreciate you taking the time to go through each specific mod and provide the links. That no drill radio mount is on my short list along with the GMRS radio.

[@CoolGuyClub]

It's SUCH a great addition to the rig. I love how out of the way it is.

[@justinlam7354]

Good video! I have a Sequoia platinum also with rear air suspension. I was considering going with Dobinsons or Bilstein 6112 in front but your Eibach coilovers caught my attention. What are your thoughts? And what shocks do you have in the rear? Keep it up. Thanks!

[@CoolGuyClub]

I LOVE the eibach's...honestly. I really love how they are just a tad softer than a bilstein or doby. I also love their customer support. I have an HD Tacoma rear shock paired with a Dobinsons shock spacer... the rig rides smooth but it could benefit from a TRD rear sway bar. (My next mod)

[@HeIaI]

@@CoolGuyClub I want to know more about TRD rear sway bar in Sequoia.

[@overlandersnorthwest]

I didnt see a link for tandem offroad. But i searched it and found it.

[@CoolGuyClub]

Ah shoot sorry for not dropping one.

[@MYRONCUZ]

little off topic, i have a 2019, would 35s fit with little to no rubbing?

[@CoolGuyClub]

Will 100% fit.

[@sepehrrahimian1790]

Huge fan of ur videos. Im sure u wouldnt but if u want to sell this, with the car price and all the effort, how much u would sell it

[@CoolGuyClub]

Would totally sell it. $37,000 is what I’d let it go for.

[@muhammedfaiez7626]

Did you paint the honeycomb part of the grill?

[@CoolGuyClub]

Yes. That’s also painted black

[@richardmendez6162]

What do you recommend to give my sequoia limited lift kits front and back by the way you know what you doing great 👍

[@CoolGuyClub]

Does your limited come with air suspension?

[@richardmendez6162]

@@CoolGuyClub No sir

[@CoolGuyClub]

I'd 100% go with Dobinsons or go with Elka through Tandem.

[@roninline3966]

Do you happen to know if the Baja Design lights fit the stock Sequoia bumper?

[@CoolGuyClub]

You’ll have to get the kit that adapts the squadrons to fit your factory fog location.

[@cbvaldellon1982]

your link for the c4 bumper is for the 3rd gen tundra.... is the c4 bumper you have is the 2nd gen bumper hence the top piece or are you using the 3rd gen with a top piece.... thanks

[@CoolGuyClub]

Link updated. Both will work but I updated to 2nd gen just so there's no confusion.

[@cpwned]

Which pads and rotors do you have on? It looks like something slotted/drilled?

[@CoolGuyClub]

Powerstop z36 kit front and rear. It’s good but not amazing

[@cpwned]

I have some steering wobble when braking, and I don’t have a ton of extra weight. Just wanted something a little better than OEM without braking the bank. Thanks!! Really enjoy the Sequoia videos!

[@cpwned]

If you were to do it again, which rotors and pads would you try? Thanks.

[@myleshale3847]

Link to the vinyl wrap on the interior?

[@CoolGuyClub]

Shoot did I forget to put that in the description?! Sorry about that. VViViD+ Forged Composite Carbon... www.amazon.com/dp/B08KHN5XTF?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

[@Kaotik199O]

homie said "Get yourself a wife, buy her some flowers and put her to work!" 😂😂 👏 👏 that had me cracking up!!!! my dumbass wouldve been more rude and said "make your wife mad, then give her some dee 🍆 too make her happy, then put her too work, and you'll feel like a badass" 😂 but thats just me guys... im rude i love my wife and i got lucky she follows my lead like the good lord commands her too... but yeah im just rude... but she knows i love her.... "put her to work" really made my night, with a good laugh right now. God bless you brother.... awesome vehicle... wish one day mine will look like that, but right now I have to worry about a transmission shift solenoid (number 4) that's going to set me back because mine doesn't want to jump out of fourth gear so I have to fix that first... 🙄 It's OK though because my Sequoia is a little over 275,000 miles so it's OK... God bless you broski.

[@CoolGuyClub]

Lol thanks for watching! Good luck with that 4th gear issue, we hope you get it fixed.

[@overlandersnorthwest]

Yup i like victory but went with more expensive frontrunner. Its just more superior and holds my 220 lbs walking up there

[@CoolGuyClub]

Victory is absolutely dogshit. I'm so glad you got a frontrunner and didn't waste your money.

[@macgyver03ga]

I recently bought the same grill for my wife’s Sequoia. It’s meh. I would have preferred to buy an OE Toyota TRD Pro grill, but Toyota wouldn’t sell me one 😞.

[@303RUBIX]

What is your wrist watch?

[@CoolGuyClub]

Seiko 5 sports with a different bezel and rubber strap. It’s a great every day beater

[@kirkhamster0024]

Good Content. I think all after-market roofracks are junk. Just garbage.

[@CoolGuyClub]

Right? For $1,200 they really shouldn't be junk.

[@alexanderwagner7158]

Production year?🤔

[@CoolGuyClub]

2012

[@tetsuo360]

Deep pockets

[@sepehrrahimian1790]

Im also wondering how much u pay for insurance

[@CoolGuyClub]

Hard to answer that but it isn’t more than our gx470 was

[@jmicm13]

Wheel offset?

[@CoolGuyClub]

+5

[@MrInternationalSound]

500th like 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@CoolGuyClub]

Hell yes, a milestone for both of us!

[@warrior3738]

haha! great review

[@CoolGuyClub]

Thank you for watching!

[@Calvinunderstanding]

love the hobby of off roading, but fuck it's expensive

[@CoolGuyClub]

You're right but if you just wanna hit trails in the dirt you don't need all the silly stuff we got on our rig

[@workingclassbear6523]

Your roof hardware is readily available.... do your homework. Back yard engineering....😂

[@CoolGuyClub]

yes backyard engineering is the best... the Victory 4x4 Rack is dogshit.

[@kjmdrumz3]

Only thing steering me towards a 4Runner instead of 2nd Gen Sequoia is the lack of locker options for the Sequoia. Any help?

[@CoolGuyClub]

There’s only one. And they aren’t making many of them. Auburn e locker. The sequoia DESPERATELY needs a rear locker with its limited travel compared to a 4Runner

[@jrodscluster]

i sent you a message on IG 🤙 awesome walkthrough video

[@CoolGuyClub]

Got it! Thanks for the DM