Sleepy 2.0: Toyota Gen 1 Tundra Walk Around

MEET SLEEPY-OUR DECEPTIVELY CAPABLE GEN 1 TUNDRA
Yes, you read the header correctly, and no, we aren’t referencing one of the Seven Dwarves. Sleepy is the deceptively appropriate nickname for our 2004 Toyota Tundra Access Cab SR5. While you may be chuckling and wondering why on earth we didn’t hop on the Taco train, there exists a method to our madness (always). The 2000-2006 Tundras are continually overlooked for overlanding and we’re here to give them the spotlight they deserve.
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[@kimpeter7934]

I love the 1st gen. This is the best build I’ve seen so far. 👏👏👏👏

[@jbandt]

I like modular bin set ups like this. Allows things to be easily removed if you need to haul something big. It keeps the utility of the truck.

[@Equipt1]

That was the goal, not everyone can dedicate their entire truck bed to camping. Many of us need that room for more common daily needs.

[@matthoward1174]

Hats off for such a clean, well thought out build ! Great idea with the modular box system,.. especially if you also have to work out of your truck.

[@Equipt1]

Thanks for the kind words, Daniel @tinyrigco planted the seed with the Alubox idea and we ran with it. Great way to use the products we sell in a multitude of ways.

[@gowestoldman4648]

Absolutely love it! There's no substitute for quality & simplicity.

[@Equipt1]

KISS method applied here!

[@RDuude]

Awesome build! What's the payload of the truck?

[@retiredafce3373]

Those are awesome trucks! I had a 2006 when I was stationed in Utah!

[@Equipt1]

Shop favorite, for sure. This truck might have the longest "call me when you sell it" list running. The thing is, we're not selling it!

[@retiredafce3373]

@@Equipt1 I wasn’t asking to buy it.

[@Equipt1]

@@retiredafce3373 We know, it was just a reference to how many people love the truck. Thanks

[@ArboristStandardsTreeCareMesa]

Awesome truck I have the same truck with under 60k original miles

[@kimpeter7934]

Love those 1st gen tundras

[@Equipt1]

Awesome little trucks!

[@Dieselnm101]

Wow this a such a great build. We need to see that blower in action.

[@RunDub]

Very cool, highly adaptable, setup!

[@Equipt1]

Modular means futureproof when plans or needs inevitably change.

[@kimberlynndickens9640]

Nice build, but I would put the fridge, water and tools on the other side of the bed for weight distribution, your fuel tank is on the drivers side .

[@slybyer12]

I think keeping it simple with a bin setup in a bed camper is the way to go to start. It’s tempting to build out a big, expensive, heavy cabinet/drawer system, but the modularity of the bin setup is a bit benefit. Not to mention the weight savings.

[@Equipt1]

Very good points. Most of our customers, ourselves included, drive multi-use vehicles. It's nice to have a dedicated camping vehicle but most do not have that luxury. If we need to make a run to the dump, or pick up a piece of wood at the lumber yard, we can pull these cases and get back to a truck bed. Multi-use was a priority here.

[@rsdaarud]

Sweet rig! Well executed!

[@Equipt1]

Thanks!

[@warblur]

did the 2006 double cab seats need modification to fit into the first gen access?

[@Igor-bd5mg]

Great looking truck. What OME coils did you go with?

[@greym6436]

Very clean and neat setup, system w/ tge 1stgen. Kinda what I'm going for with 02' Tundra

[@Equipt1]

Thanks, they are sweet trucks and this has been one of our most popular builds yet. It's a truck everyone can relate to, unlike some of the six figure builds that have become oh so common.

[@johntojsiabyang]

What size tires? Sweet rig!

[@singletrack_america]

Love the build, especially the seat delete. Have you noticed having way more road noise? Did you do any sound insulation?

[@Equipt1]

Hi Alex, there was insulation added, we used Kilmat. There may have been some minor road noise noticed but this truck is supercharged with a full exhaust so there's plenty of noise regardless.

[@boondocksoverlandandoutdoors]

What a build!! Love it! The supercharger part had me drewling! Haha how’s it do on the trails? I herd poison spider is pretty gnarly! You running lockers?

[@Equipt1]

The supercharger makes everyone smile. Sleepy does great on the trails, it's not a go fast machine but the custom leafs + airbags keep it stable. Most of Southern Utah can be tackled on 33s, this truck has no lockers but it's gone everywhere we need it to. With the winch and recovery gear, I doubt we'll put a locker in this truck.

[@AdamKarch]

How is the AT topper attach to the bed? Looks like its bolted? But maybe not to the bed rails? Additional, bracket that bolts to the bed, than the topper bolts to the bracket?

[@Equipt1]

Hi Adam, you are correct. These Tundras are 5" wider than a modern Tacoma, but more narrow than a modern Tundra. The closest AT topper is a Tacoma sized topper so there is a 90 degree aluminum channel that gets bolted inside the bed rail which provides a wider flat surface to mount the topper to.

[@AdamKarch]

@@Equipt1 how does it deal with dust/water? Good Seal? Curious how/where this alu. channel bolts to the inside of the bed rail? I noticed on their website they have compatibility for a T100 (platform I want to use to build with), assuming that same system would be used since the T100/1st Gen Tundra bed dimensions are so close. Lastly, Does AT provide this "fit kit" as a purchase option? If one would want to source a topper on the used market? Sorry for the rant, just love the build, and kinda what I'm going for. Cheers

[@RickG13]

What OME spring / shock setup do you have exactly? How much lift did that achieve?

[@Equipt1]

Approximately 2.5" in the front and custom leaf springs with around 3" in the back. Most of the kit was on the truck when it was purchased, haven't needed to swap anything

[@idmtdew1173]

I love it! I want to duplicate your setup with my Habitat.

[@Equipt1]

We can definitely help with that! We love the modularity. Between the Portable Power Pack and the Aluboxes, the only thing hard mounted inside the bed is the fridge slide.

[@Ricksboxoftricks]

What year of Tacoma did you take the back bed from? It looks like it has a little better tire clearing

[@Equipt1]

This is a stock 1st Gen, Access Cab, Tundra bed. The topper is a 6' Tacoma sized Atlas model, the early Tundra beds were around 5" wider than a current Tacoma.

[@msage002]

are the fender flares aftermarket? if so, can you send me the link!?!

[@Equipt1]

Those are stock fender flares!

[@michaelmanosca7248]

What size Alubox cases are you using back there?

[@Equipt1]

Most of the cases in the Tundra are 38L, 81L. In the rear passenger corner, there is a 73L and a 42L, these are used as steps in and out of the truck, with the Goose Gear top plates installed for support. Reach out with any additional questions.

[@James-hk8qw]

How did you get your hands on a TRD supercharger??

[@Equipt1]

That's the ultimate question! Paul found one of the few remaining, new in box, TRD kits.a few years back. I've heard of one NIB kit at a Cruiser shop in Colorado but they supposedly want $15K for it. A used one on Ebay is your best bet but they still cost thousands. You may be able to find a reputable manufacturer still making a charger for the 4.7L motor. Good luck!

[@dj5243]

Did I miss the sleeping area.

[@Equipt1]

We were primarily highlighting how we have the truck bed set up and what we're using in the rear of the camper but the link below will provide a much deeper dive into the AT Overland Atlas topper. The top pops straight up providing a bed w/ mattress and a portion of the bedframe can be lifted and slid over the cab to provide standing space in the camper when the bed is not deployed. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6WpgpZ5padlnNk&ab_channel=ATOverland

[@FlipForLf]

$15k for that atlas topper btw… bruh

[@Equipt1]

Better build quality and options than most of the competitor's toppers on the market!

[@mikegalai1887]

Geeze! Get yourself a wind muff for your mic!! Then get to the point!

[@Equipt1]

Thanks, Steven Spielberg 👍