Best Toyota Truck? 1st Gen Tundra (Modified) Review!!
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- Опубликовано: 10 июл 2024
- This First Gen Toyota Tundra has been my favorite truck to own so far. It may not be the best at any 1 category, but it does everything well! This review we take the Tundra for a test drive, talk about towing, talk about the lift kit, and other modifications I have made such as wheels and tires.
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I've got the first gen tundy. And I will keep it till it dies, rebuild it, and keep it going. Definitely a Toyota guy for the rest of time!
I've got a first gen tundy too. Amen to that brother. What modifications have you made to yours?
@@dansimmons21 you can check out my Instagram. Its mossy_tundra.
Same with my 2001 Tacoma and 420k.
@@tylersmith293 still getting broken in!
Bro yes
Its hard to find a better overall truck than either the 1st gen tundras or tacomas, theyre just fabulous trucks.
I'm not very impressed with my '02 at all. I'm surprised how well it runs and shifts with 280,000 miles on it, but that's literally it. The brakes suck. The LCA/LBJ design is retarded. The steering rack sucks. The headlights suck. The seatbelt always jams up. The wiper switch, hazard light button, 4wd button, and AC recirc button are constantly getting bumped. Etc. It's a weird truck. It doesn't seem like it's great for any one thing. It's more like a LWB passenger car (Camry/Corolla) with a bed. I just don't get the hype about these things.
I just bought an 06 Tundra back in Feb 2020 for 12,800. Its an SR5 V8 2wd with only 86k miles. No rust and everything was perfect with even the timing belt replaced at 70k and a sound system. Love it so far
My 2001 was an awesome truck. Sold it to my brother when I bought my 2012 Tundra. The 2001 is still running strong with well over 300,000 miles on it. Wish I could have kept it for myself
Wow you got got lucky finding this Tundra!!! Very clean.
Love my 05 limited and same color. Up grade on the wheels and levelled the front only because, I needed new tires. New stereo because it went out and new head lights. No mechanical issues.
These are great videos! I recently went to Idaho (from Vermont) to buy a 2006 DC with 195k on it - but very little rust - I feel exactly as you do about these trucks - love the double cab, and the 4.7 engine.
Really enjoying your videos. I found an 05 double cab with under 50k and loving it so far. Great analog trucks that are fun to drive. keep the videos coming.
Enjoy, have 160k on mine. Starts and drives like the day I bought it in 04.
I just bought a 2000 SR5 about a month and half ago already put nearly 6k miles on it still running good loving it
I've owned a 02 tundra limited edition iforce v8, only mod I've done to it is led head light. A.C still ice cold, done reg maintenance. Over 2mil miles and going strong! Loves it!!
I have a 2006 metallic blue double cab leveled with a matching shell. We were looking for a double cab truck with a six foot bed and found a pretty good deal. We bought it a couple years ago with 198,000 miles on it. Has 225,000 now and still runs great. You're right about it not being the best at any thing other than reliability. Engine is still going strong and not consuming any oil. I haven't owned any newer trucks but this is the best truck I've had.
Awesome video! Definitely getting one soon!
Nice review. I agree with pretty much everything you said. I have the same exact truck color and all. I bought it brand new 11/04. I’ve got 361,000 mi on it and haven’t had a single issue. I do take good care of her of course. It does everything I need it to do so I do plan on keeping it long, long term.
These trucks are awesome. I recently bought one from a guy who was the truck's original owner and he was visibly sad to let it go, even though he had purchased a 2019 tundra. That says a lot about how great these trucks are.
They are for sure super solid, I still love mine
Got the same truck same color and wheels 4x4 double cab limited. Love this truck.
Went from a T100 to an 06 DC Tundra. Both solid trucks. I just did an HID projector retrofit since the headlights were dim. Just love it even more. Good vid, love seeing what others do to their 1st gens.
Thanks man! HID retrofit is in the works in the future for mine as well
I liked how you threw yourself back into the seat when you stomped on it..😆
This was a great review!
picking one up tomorrow!
That exhaust sounds sick 👍
Own one too, i love it, i also wanted one for awhile..... bought it used
Ah yes... 1st Gen. Toyota Tundra and FRAME RUST, I know it well! I purchased NEW a 2005 Toyota Tundra like yours. I've treated it VERY well. Washing, waxing, cleaning, aggressive maintenance and on and on. I love this truck! Toyota has a Service Bulletin on Frame Rust for these trucks. They offered Inspection and one of two resolutions depending on what they found during the inspection. If the frame was in good condition they sprayed the frame with Rust preventative. If the Frame was rusted they replaced the Frame. I was told the Frame on my truck was only in need of the spray. Within the first year I noticed the coating they sprayed on looked to be coming off and the Frame under the coating was rusting faster than prior to the coating. I have tried MULTIPLE times to get Toyota to replace the Frame on my truck with a denied both times. I have 96,000 miles on it NOW! It was a much younger truck when all of this happened! They have a history of replacing the Frame if it was less than 15 years old. Why they deep dicked me is not known. We have nothing other than Toyota vehicles! All purchased NEW! Business must be good, or the people I had to deal with at the FACTORY level were not so good!
It's Toyota's loss! I went from a GM guy to Toyota(s). I'll be sure to let EVERYONE I can know how they didn't take care of a DEFECT. We are getting close to buying a new vehicle. Toyota will NOT be at the top of my list! Sad, so sad! Time to paint a sign and spend the weekends in front of the Dealers in my area? 🤔
Great truck man! Looks killer. 🤙🏼
Thanks man!
I have a black 06 tundra double cab SR5 with all logos in blue added nitto ridge grapper tires 18/ 65/265 I leveled the front and added nurf bars and a bull bar up front. Straight piped the exhaust and sounds mean!! Led lights and added parking lights to front bumper.
I love my 06 sr5, a little over 325k miles but its still perfect. Beat to hell on the outside but like i said, perfect everywhere else
👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻
My father-in-law bought an ‘06 double cab back in 2006, with 20mi on the odometer. Fast forward to 2023, the truck is running strong with 185k on it. Now he has passed it down to me to get the legacy going. So far I love it !
Your right leave that engine alone
Wow that’s one clean truck especially the frame. Born and raised in Texas and that frame rivals the ones we have down here....you’ve got a nice truck brother
Subbed. Waiting for that 1st gen Tundra buyers guide
I own 3 Toyotas. An 89 22re/5spd 1st Gen 4Runner, a 95 4Runner with a solid-axle-swap and a JDM sourced Turbo-diesel and full OME suspension and E-lockers and an 06 DC Tundra with the 4.7 VVTi engine. I love my 4Runners for trail work and the Turbo Diesel is amazing for road/overland trips but the Tundra is BY FAR the most comfortable and least fatiguing vehicle I own. 800miles put and back to our property in Idaho loaded to the gills... no worries. I just wish it got the milage my 1KZ-TE gets. The 4.7 barely turns 2K RPM cruising at 70mph and yet Im still only getting 18-19mpg on long hauls and 13mpg on average in daily driving to/from work (lots of rush hour bullshit traffic). Love my Tundra. Super glad I bought it.
I absolutely love my 05 Tundra.😎👍
I own the same exact truck but in green.
I’ve got a 2000 model tundra love her to death gonna add a exhaust new wheels new tires new head and tail lights she’s been in three wreck since 2007 and only one of those was my own fault she still runs and idles great
2001 Toyota Tundra is my first truck ever and I’m really liking it
I have a 2005 original owner. 233k miles
Nothing but oil changes and tires....true work horse
JESUS CHRIST that engine can roar 😳 blew my mind. It sounds DAMN AMAZING!!!
Bro and if u inside of the truck 😍
I’ve got an 03 4runner with the 4.7 L.
Put a magnaflow cat-back exhaust on it.
Magnaflow mufflers are the perfect balance IMO.
Sounds normal/no drone at idle and cruising speeds/rpms so it isn’t obnoxiously loud all the time.
But when you get on it, it roars and has a more “refined” (for lack of a better term) roar than a flowmaster.
Beautiful truck. I have 126k miles on my 06 and it still runs fantastic.
Thanks man! That's low miles as far as I'm concerned
I’m looking into Sequoias & Tundras 1st & 2nd gens
Appreciate the videos/info keep ‘em coming
Just bought a first gen Sequoia, 230,000km, mechanically it's in great shape, it had a cracked front bumper, a bent hood, warped front rotors lol, so I got it for 3700 CAD, I have just about everything fixed now, fucking love it.
That’s the exact combination I’ve been looking for (05-06, Grey, DC, Limited) and let me tell you...you found a unicorn with those miles and rust-free frame! All of the ones I’ve come across were rusted and/or beat the hell out of high mileage/3-4 owner shitboxes selling at low-end used car lots. You found a gem! Super nice truck and great vid!
Thanks man! I was willing to fly anywhere to get one and drive it back, and happened to find this one 30 minutes from the house! I found the for sale post 20 minutes after posting, and was there within a few hours. Put a deposit on it immediately after test driving it lol
i just bought myself a 2005 tundra access cab same color but with 87k miles stock. No rust , No issues, Frame is amazing , these things are litrally gold mines. ill need a new front bumber since the paint is bad but overall its great
These Tundra's have the 4.7 engines and are bulletproof as long as you take care of them. If you google a million-mile Tundra it has the same 4.7 engine. How many trucks can you say have reached a million miles? I believe these are the best trucks money can buy and I would take the 1st gen Tundra any day over the newer ones. You got yourself a gem buddy, especially with such low miles and condition. I would keep that truck forever!
I got a 2005 tundra and it’s bad ass. Having to fix my front suspension though due to having a 3” spacer lift and add a leaf spring in the back. Over all awesome truck
Hey Man you got me looking for one. I hate rust. I will find one. One time I was looking for a truck far away but found one right in my area. Excellent video
Haha find one while you can! Thanks a lot for watching
I’M FINALY IN THE CLUB!😱 Just got my 1st, 1st gen Tundy and I LOVE IT!
Had it about 2 weeks and I couldn’t be more happy. 12K for an 04’ with 140K mls. Mostly garage kept, solid rust free frame, never worked out of Limited Ed. By the way apparently there were limited ed’s that had cloth interiors cause mine does. Also, it doesn’t have the faux wood trim. It’s 2wd which is the only thing resembling a downside but given where I live I’ll only regret it a couple times every 5 years or so. It’s worth that for the less hassle of 4wd drive issues and maintenance.
Anyway, I’m looking forward to adopting some of the mods you’ve done plus a cold air intake and magnaflow dual exhaust. One of your comments seemed to imply that act may compromise the engine’s longevity or reliability…do you feel that’s the case?
No what i meant is the engine is solid and super reliable, i don't want to come promise that in any way so I'm not modifying it mechanically. Sounds like you did good! You will love it
I’m not even into trucks and I loved your video. I cool that you can roll down that back window! I hope you can somehow fit a 10 inch screen in there later on
a Mercury back window is cool ;)
Nothing beats a tundra,great video
Thanks man!
Just got an 05 and couldn't be happier
Nice!! They are solid trucks
Same here. Had a 04 Tundra AC, a 13 Tundra RW, a 05 Sierra, and a 17 Silverado and I still miss my first gen Tundra. After a year without a truck I went out to buy a 05 Tundra and hope to keep it forever.
Cool review.
I've got big love for the 1st gens...
My truck is a 02' TRD, SR5 4wd, 4spd At. AC cab.
-Newer fullsize trucks have turned into pigs anymore and cost as much as a House literally...
-Toyota had the right formula with the 1stgentundra...imo!
Won't let my truck Go...
Great video. I just picked up a 2004 crew cab tundra v8 4x4 lifted on 35s
Truck is spotless with 150,000 miles
Just had a huge service done timing belt water pump head gasket heads re surfaced. Hopping to keep this truck for a very long time
Head gasket at 150k on a 2UZ? Was it overheated?
Definitely considering one of these, a 1st gen Sequoia, 1st gen taco, 3rd gen 4runner, and a 91-97 Lexus lx450 🤔 basically depends on availability and condition of the potential candidates when I have money. Would be looking to use it as a fishing/camping/mild trail rig that can also haul a kayak or 2
1st Gen. 04 Tundra Limited Ed. Offset tires, drill/ slotted rotors. new Red caliper, its an awesome reliable truck. I can roll ALL my windows down during the Hot days, while these brand new truck could only open a tiny window in the back.
I have one of the first Tundras off the line in '99. Bought in '06 with 60k. Now has 260k miles. Lots of maintenance, but few repairs. Still take it most anywhere.
What a beauty!
1st Gen Tundra and Sequoia are becoming legends very quickly. I have a Gen 1 Sequoia @ 290K Miles.
Awesome video. What screen did you get and what size would you recommend? Was it easy to fit it yourself? Thinking of getting one of these next month. Thank you.
I have driven Toyotas all my life, and owned a 2000 Tundra for 57,000 miles. I don't know exactly what it was about it, but that truck was the only Toyota I have owned that I really did not like. No problems with it, except constant problems with the rear brakes warping and pulsing. I just did not like driving it. Probably my own fault, as I was used to smaller Toyotas and bought a full-sized Tundra when I probably did not need such a large truck. But I was glad to sell it at 57K miles, when I usually drive my Toyotas over 200K.
May have been a dud or that in 2000 that was early for the tundra may have had a few bugs
those methods are niceeeee
Looking good, my 05 has 230k miles and is super reliable. I went with OME full suspension and it does super well on and offroad.
Nice! How many miles does that suspension setup have on it?
Garage Topics installed at 209k. 9004 shocks and 2885 coils up front. About 2.25” lift
i really like this truck a lot!!
Thanks!!
My 03 has been very reliable. 15 mpg in city 18-19 hwy depending how big a hurry I'm in but still stock tire height and factory suspension. 190ish thousand miles and wouldn't hesitate to drive on any trip.
2004 is the best year. I wish I could put a picture of mine. 4.7 with a cold air intake air raid. I have a gold color with black brush guard on the front and brush guards on the tail lights. Mine drives like a Cadillac . So smooth. It is a double cab . I loved the 275/75/R17. Cant find them anymore. So I have 265-65-17
I want to go to 285-70-17 I wish it had more towing power though. The new 2022 Tundra with the v-6 twin turbo is my dream truck
Great video man. What’s your thoughts on the 2000 tundra sr5?
I got a 2003 Toyota works like a charm
We love tundra vids!
I got a 2004 Toyota Tundra and I absolutely love my truck I just hit 250,000 miles on it like about 2 days ago and it's still running smooth and with good power as well don't regret getting it and I'm gonna drive it till the wheels fall off!!!😏
I feel the same! How many miles have you put on it yourself? Any big maintenance items?
Camera and sound is on point.
Used my dslr and 30ft lapelle mic for this bad boy!
Bought my 05 double cab in 07 with 23k miles. just hit 180k, I've probably spent about 3500 in parts on it since then, everything that's broken was the usual things that break on them. steering rack, radiator, secondary air pump...I'm in the northeast.....luckily my frame is not rottted. Floor of the bed has some holes, really the only complaint I have in 15 years of ownership.....When it gets too bad I'll buy a new bed from the south and hopefully get another 15 years and 180k miles out of her. No doubt in my mind that this truck is a better vehicle than anyone I know has had. And I have no doubt that it'll last as long as I wish to take care of it.
Recently got an 05 double cab 4x4 with about 115,000 miles. Bought it from my dad who had it for 12 years for less than $5k. Had the frame replaced under recall a few year back and only has a small spot of rust in the back corner of the bed where the first owner jack knifed a trailer into it. So far so good with it and plan to do a few mods to it since it should last me awhile
Frame Recall? WTH?
damn this truck is beautiful
Just bought my first tundra, 2006 limited, 4wd
I love the look of these Tundras personally, the front reminds me of older trucks from the 30's - 50's era. Maybe that's just me & my overactive imagination. Had a 2003 Tundra that I sold a year ago, looking for another one 2004 - 2006 double cab this time.
Have a 05 double cab, tricking it out slowly. Also the last gen with full size rear doors and rear seats!
I’m on the look out for a clean 2006 Tundra
I just bought my father inlaws 06 tundra for $6000 with only 115000 on it.super happy
I have an 06 SR5. 133k miles.
Runs and looks awesome. Love my tundra. Your truck looks great man, keep up the good work and the videos also.👍🏼👍🏼
nice! Thanks a lot man I appreciate it
I got a 06 but sadly it has rusted frames but its still recoverable so hopefully one of these weekends I'll fix it but other but that its a amazing truck and i cant wait to mod it
I purchased my 2002 Regular Cab 4WD V8 Tundra in 2003, it's my dedicated work truck and it has just rolled past 170,000 miles. I replaced the cracked exhaust manifolds with JBA shorties, the rest of the exhaust is stock. I replaced the factory front coil springs with a set off a 2002 4WD TRD coils, Bilstein 4600 series shocks and Michelin LTX M/S2 on a set of Toyota alloys off a 2005 Limited. I also replaced the factory tail light housings with a set off a 2005, and performed the always on fog light mod. I also have a 2007 5.7L regular cab Tundra, and as much as I like the additional power and tighter turning radius, the 2002 is a better looking truck with better build quality.
Great video...thanks for the info...I recently picked up an ‘04 DC. I want to lift it but I want to maintain factory rake. Would you recommend adding a 1” or 1.5” block to the rear to make that happen? Can the 5100s keep up with that extra lift in the rear? Also any thoughts on the Camburg UCAs vs SPC?? Specifically, any downsides to the exposed uniball? Thanks in advance!!
The best bang for the $$$ power wise for my 2001 was headers. Made a noticeable difference
Which ones ? Long tubes? And which brand ?
Which ones ? Long tubes? And which brand ?
@@eliovisita JBA short tubes
I have an 04 Stepside, 2.5" lift, running 20" Enkei XSP rims with Michelin tires. You had a sidebar denoting after speedo fix. Who did you seek out for the recalibration? I ask because as you can probably tell, mine is OFF! New to the channel. Thank you for reassuring input!
Perfect setup!
Im eyeing one of these or a 1st gen Sequoia as we speak.
Thanks! Man a sequoia is a heck of a deal. They look awesome when set up right and are a lot cheaper than similarly equipped tundras. Limited sequoia have auto climate control I believe
@@Garagetopics they do have auto climate control, they also have auto climate control for the rear seats, heated seats, auto closing mirrors, and they have 5,12 volt outlets and 8 cup holders lol, plus I only paid 3700 CAD for it, lol I love my Sequoia. I also have an 06 GX470. But the GX was 10 grand CAD.
#the year of opportunity!!
love my 2000 super charged tundra , put headers on it too. only have 154,000 miles on it.
Was your charger from the factory? Do you have any info or where to look for a super charger for 1st gen..?Thanks!
I love my 04 1st gen 🔥
Me to its the best truck I've ever owned, its super reliable and the perfect size
I've got first gen Sequoia, and a vvti GX470.
Tundras are the bang for the bucks 👍👍✌️
Bought an 06 double cab xsp new, got 57,000 miles on it......stays inside.....mine had the same woodgrain..... didn't like it at all..... didn't think it went well with exterior color, silver sky metallic, or interior too for that matter, charcoal, so I popped it off....as you know, is kinda a flat black underneath.....looks tons better and I'm ok with the flat black look.....thought at one point ordering that trim in a silver/ brushed aluminum look, but never have.....love how the back window drops down.... popped the headrests off back seat.....more visibility.....👍
A local lot had an '05 Tundra double cab in great condition (no rust) and an extremely low mileage (10k miles,very tempting) '12 Ram for sale couple months ago. I passed on the Ram and jumped on the Tundra. Funny, I don't care for the squat look either even though I'm an NC boy. I love the interior on yours. I have a Ford with chrome wheels and a bed liner, but I don't think I'll mess with the bed on this one. I am leaving my wheels and tires stock too. The michelins are new and they don't rub. Full disclosure- I am a grandpa.
Bought my 02 access cab with 104K miles from South Alabama and it still drives amazing but the clear coat is peeling off
It's worth noting that this will work on areas that don't have deep cold and salted roadways. You're truck will rust away after 20 years. It's almost impossible to keep them newish unless you hide it for the winter
I bought a DC SR5 a year ago, and ended up just being too rusty for me. Not the worst, but it was on its way. I was sad. I differ from you, I think it's a great looking truck :) would love to try out the market again at some point for one
I just picked up a 2006 tundra sr5 4x4 with 142k. I traded my 2003 tacoma prerunner TRD off road crewcab with 160k miles for it. They offered me a 12k for my tacoma and the tundra was 15,5k..so technically I paid 3.5k for my tundra 4x4. Lol . I absolutely love this generation 1st gen...
Looking to get myself an 05-06 tundra . Hard to find but soon enough. Great video feller
Thanks! I was looking for a few months I'm sure one will pop up for you!
Also subscribed to you 🤩🤩🤩
I love the way 1st gen tundras look. They’re the size current tacomas should be, taco’s are so cramped inside.
Hey bro great videos, do you have a checklist for buying one of these bad boys?
Just an FYI. I have worked for a several refineries, there is no such thing as “winter gas” or “summer gas.” Not sure where all this came from. Anyway, nice truck. Looks great. And love your taste in mods, will you continue?
I have 2005 and they are great trucks. Did you put new speakers in the door panels with your new stereo? I am looking for speaker recommendations because I just got a new pioneer stereo for my truck.
Use a wax for rust protection (like GM puts on their truck frames) . Do NOT use undercoating. Undercoating will simply hold moisture and cover up the rust. I think these are great looking trucks.
I just bought mine the bed was rhino lined and under also had been spread hopefully it’s not what I’m thinking now but hopefully I can find out how to get it off and replace it right. Any ideas
Hunter Dupuis Congrats on the truck. I would scrape it off in a few areas to check for rust and probably just apply some spray wax over it.
If the wood is similar to Lexus then you can use a heat gun and peal it off and it reveals a nice black plastic finish underneath.
Going to try this!!! Thank you.
TRUCK LOOKS NICE, I own the 06 DC 4X4.... MINES AN SR5 and purchased the woodgrain setup and looks 10 times better. (I'm 40 I like woodgrain) Also, mine came with courtesy glass which was awesome because I don't have to tint it..... drive the piss outta it.
Just found an 03 with 65 thousand miles for 13grand. Bottom is super clean