What I've Learned While Using My Lifted Truck As A Daily-Driver, Part 2

[@khamel]

I really like this guy. I’m a first time Toyota tundra truck owner. 2019, max crew cab, limited. Drove it off the lot already lifted. I know nothing about trucks, just always wanted one. Wife and I saved up and found this one and loved it. I’m educating myself now on everything I can about this truck. Thanks for the great advice and information. I’ll keep checking in and check out your other post too. You made me laugh! Great sense of humor. Thanks again!

[@toyotaFANatic81]

1) Congrats on your Tundra purchase - great decision 2) Thank you for your message 3) Thank you for supporting this channel. HUGE help!!!

[@mikegent2676]

I have a 2019 Crew Max SR5 stock so everything I do will be the way I want it. Had a Chevy Silverado LTZ lifted on 35 already done when I bought it.

[@guillermocastro5366]

Lol love your impression of the know it alls at the beginning of the video. Keep up the great work man awesome content!

[@toyotaFANatic81]

Thanks for watching the video AND for your feedback! Yeah, my impression may ruffle some feathers!! 🤣🤣🤣

[@pauyoloco]

Do you have a contact, I need advice on my tundra

[@toyotaFANatic81]

@@pauyoloco Contact me through Instagram (if you have it). Look for toyotafanatic81. If you're not on IG, we can try another way.

[@jtroi5523]

Hey. I’m 67 years old with 2007 tundra on 33s and leveling kit. I don’t feel old and I hope when you’re 67 you’ll laugh at what you said now. But I thought just like you when I was younger. I like what you’re doing with your truck

[@toyotaFANatic81]

Thanks for watching the video, man. I think that you misunderstood what I said. I wasn't making fun of a senior driving a lifted truck. I used it as an example of how people of all ages, ethnicities, and genders drive these vehicles now. (Go back and watch it again ... it's not a diss). I was impressed by it.

[@jtroi5523]

@@toyotaFANatic81. I didn’t take it as a diss at all. I often think how I would look getting out of a 6” lifted truck at my age even though I love the way they look. It might even be comical watching me try to get in. I was trying to say over the years your mind doesn’t change much. What you liked in your youth you’ll probably still like when you’re older.

[@toyotaFANatic81]

Got it 👍🏾. That's good to know because I can see myself tinkering in my garage very late into life. This project has really grown on me. Just like you, I won't care about what anyone thinks of my truck. They're our babies and we're the only ones who need to like them. Thanks for sharing your perspective. Sorry about MY misunderstanding of what you wrote. Thanks for checking the video out. Much appreciated!!!

[@the88thdarcstar]

Point 6: one thing I did on my truck that stopped tailgater is putting a tow hitch on all the time. Cut the tailgater in half. I cut that number more when my bumper had a dent and I put a stick on that read "my truck:3 / your car:0"

[@toyotaFANatic81]

Hahahaha! Nice!!! 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@hesh8003]

I went from a 97 civic to a 12 tacoma 4 door longbed with a 3 inch lift running 33s. The mpg, the turning radius, and the power change were all things that took me a bit to adjust to. But I love it and am way happier with my truck than my car

[@toyotaFANatic81]

I haven't driven my own car in a LONG time (my last 4 vehicles have been trucks and SUVs), but I definitely notice a HUGE difference from my wife's car to my truck. I actually like them BOTH. They're different in good ways. Funny thing ... they both have 400 hp, but hers is geared for speed, while min is geared for hauling. Congrats on your Tacoma!!! Your set up sounds good!!

[@mikegent2676]

Thanks for your time to make these videos really appreciate it. Thinking I'm going to lift mine like yours like the set up tow mirrors next LoL after sound system

[@toyotaFANatic81]

Thanks, man!!! 👊🏾 Thanks for supporting the channel. Have fun with your build. 👍🏾

[@Dimbimbus]

Dope intro 😂 great info thanks man!!

[@toyotaFANatic81]

I'm glad that you enjoyed it. Thanks for checking out the channel!

[@Itz_a_prado78]

Keep bringing it.

[@toyotaFANatic81]

Thanks, Man!!! 👊🏾

[@bigxdaddyxsef]

Glad I watched this video as a new tundra owner and a new sub. I already noticed people doing the pull up game lol. I usually acknowledge and admire anyone's truck especially if it has some work put in it. Hope you grow and continue to put this videos together. Much appreciated.

[@toyotaFANatic81]

Congratulations on the new Tundra! You'll enjoy it. Yep. Other dudes wanting to creep up on you in their lifted truck is okay, as long as they're not weird about it. I've had some dudes do some odd stuff to get attention. Thanks A LOT for subbing, Man! That's a HUGE help!!! 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@mims924]

Nice video, you spot on everything you mention! 👍

[@toyotaFANatic81]

Thanks, man! I appreciate that.

[@jankydriveway4694]

Good video man. You have a great way explaining a complex topic is basic way. Really enjoyed it.

[@toyotaFANatic81]

Thanks for your feedback and thank you for supporting this channel!

[@headdownharris]

excellent video on so many levels! Wasn't expecting the socio demo insight, very interesting stuff. thanks!

[@toyotaFANatic81]

Thanks for watching AND thanks for the feedback, man! Yeah, I try to mix it up - some technical stuff and some social stuff. It's ALL part of the experience. Are you driving a lifted truck as well?

[@TutorialTim]

Sweet channel, subbed!

[@toyotaFANatic81]

Thanks for the support, Man! That means a lot!! 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@Cue3224]

Point #6….on point bro!

[@toyotaFANatic81]

Thanks for the SUB and thanks for watching, man! HUGE help for the channel!!! Yeah ... (point #6) ... people are crazy 🤪

[@Ryan-yi6su]

That impersonation you did at the beginning was pretty good. How did you know what my wife sounds like??

[@toyotaFANatic81]

🤣🤣🤣 Thanks for checking out the video, Man!!! 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@daveguy2242]

Not sure how this came up on my feed but I have a 2020 tundra TRD sport I use it to tow a 24bh Jayco and I love it not sure I would lift it cause I wouldn't want to affect the towing and this beast has no problem with 7000 pounds I live in RI and I have gone everywhere from Texas to the keys to all the way up to Maine and this tundra has beeny favorite and for a half ton very powerful love the 4.3 axle gear ratio definitely needed for towing.. but I did subscribe and I like the tundra so gonna check out what you got going on

[@toyotaFANatic81]

Thanks for subscribing, man!! HUGE help! Definitely don't change your truck if it's already serving you well. Tundras are work-horses. I never towed with it. I used the box and cab for moving equipment in my previous career. TONS of space, as you already know. I'm in a different career now, and I no longer need a pickup or an SUV, but I'll never change back ... and the truck is a project now. Thanks for your support, man.

[@AVB_257]

What’s going on man, love the truck. I have a 2020 platinum, where did you get the blackout emblem for the platinum tundra logo

[@toyotaFANatic81]

What's happening, man?!? I blacked out the Platinum emblems myself: - Lightly sanding the badges (800-grit) - 1 coat of primer - 2 coats of base (black sand pearl) - 4 coats of acrylic clear coat I'll be re-doing them after 2.5 years, so I'll be putting out a video on that soon. Thanks for visiting the channel.

[@AVB_257]

@@toyotaFANatic81 thank you for the advice I will be on the lookout for your video! I’m getting ready to lift my tundra, can’t wait!

[@toyotaFANatic81]

Have fun with your build, man!!!

[@georgioantoine4194]

love my 21 sr5. love you’re rig. any air bags on you’re rig?

[@toyotaFANatic81]

Tundra for life!!! 👊🏾 I haven't done any special suspension mods yet, but those are coming!!!!

[@marquezg5057]

Hey, what brand is your step up bars?

[@toyotaFANatic81]

They are NFab Nerf Bars. Thanks for watching the video!!!

[@mikemeyer4110]

Tundra needs to make a diesel half ton

[@toyotaFANatic81]

I agree with you. I'd buy it!! The thing is that Toyota has stated in the past that they do not want to compete with GM, Ford, or Dodge in the diesel truck market (not in North America - they sell diesel engines abroad). It's a shame because I'm sure that Toyota would create a great mass-produced diesel engine for its pickups and SUVs.

[@tjbohanan]

Great points and well said! Are you in any Facebook Tundra groups?

[@toyotaFANatic81]

Thanks, man! I appreciate the feedback and the view. I belong to 4 or 5 of the Tundra pages on FB, but I got tired of the trolling and stupid comments on the posts. You show a mod and then people respond with hate or 'advice.' 🤣🤣 I do fewer posts now.

[@tjbohanan]

@@toyotaFANatic81 well shit bro, I know you’re not from the PNW but you should hit up PNW Tundras.

[@TheShowtime85]

What’s the mileage on the beauty? 😍

[@toyotaFANatic81]

12 to 14 mpg on average ... depending on how I'm driving.

[@rfbarillas]

What you think about the new Tundra?

[@toyotaFANatic81]

The new Tundras are better trucks overall (more power, high pay load, more fuel efficient, better creature comforts in the cab, etc.). As far as the appearance, I like the truck overall, but I'm still getting used to that front end.

[@jbbens3439]

how much lift you got?

[@toyotaFANatic81]

Thanks for watching. I've got 6 inches of lift. All of the modifications are in the description just below the video. Also, you'll probably enjoy the EVOLUTION video. I go through each mod I've done for the past two years.

[@moecardenas4236]

What’s your mpg now?

[@toyotaFANatic81]

13 mpg ... but that's not why I own the truck.

[@moecardenas4236]

I’m the same way, just wanted to ask with those tires. Im just trying to decide between a BDS 7in or ProComp

[@toyotaFANatic81]

@Moe Cardenas Either one of those lifts would be good! Just make sure that you're taking your truck to a shop this is experienced with installing lift kits (has a good track record). 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@moecardenas4236]

Thanks. I appreciate it

[@kongxiong4995]

I love small sport cars or who ever tails gate on a lifted truck. Why, I don't see you back there. Try Rev your stupid car. I still don't see you back there little car lol. Love lifted truck. Haters gonna hate. Do what you do best baller.

[@toyotaFANatic81]

I feel you man. Little cars tailgating my truck ... HOW DOES MY BUMPER LOOK??? 🤣🤣🤣

[@kongxiong4995]

@toyotaFANatic81 I like your set up. Me personally like the original bumper, but I rather go with aftermarket c4 bumper with the strong iron with extra protection. So I know who ever dare come near me or try do anything stupid there car will get damaged not mine lol.. plus it do give the truck a more aggressive look off road look to it also..

[@toyotaFANatic81]

@@kongxiong4995 Yeah ... aftermarket front and rear bumpers are definitely things I will buy for the truck in the future!!

[@Laidbck93]

😂😂😂 fcts

[@toyotaFANatic81]

Thanks for watching!!! It's never boring owning one of these!!! 🤣🤣🤣

[@JJ-uz9vc]

I like ur comments and your ride. Love lifted trks since I was in hs manay many moons ago😂😂😂🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@toyotaFANatic81]

Thanks for watching and for the feedback, Man! I appreciate it. I've always loved lofted trucks too ... even before they were popular.

[@JJ-uz9vc]

Dude America's tiere Co does it for free if u buy tieres from the balance and rotation. I had toyo's on my 15 f250 with a Carli pintop had them rotated every 5k even wear all over. Didn't notice any power drop but it was a diesel

[@toyotaFANatic81]

Free balance and rotation??? Yes, please!!! You're right about diesels retaining most of their power after a lift with bigger wheels and tires. Those engines can handle MUCH more of a load than gassers. Thanks for supporting the channel 🙌

[@JJ-uz9vc]

@@toyotaFANatic81 but seriously America's tiere Co does balance and rotation for free. Ohhh they also do free tiere repair on flat tires. At one point they charged you a repair fee then after that it was free or something but now I think they are back to free repairs even though you didn't buy tieres from them it's weird. Hope there is a location near your spot.

[@toyotaFANatic81]

I'm up in Canada, man, but we do have places that are similar. I would definitely take advantage of free balancing, but I do the rotation, oil, and brakes myself.

[@JJ-uz9vc]

@toyotaFANatic81 Rock on I would love to visit Canada some day have family there but we don't talk much🤣🤣🤣🤣. I'm go under cover. A friend send me some photos of the aurora lights I think that what are called the photos are insane be safe out there and great content bud🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘