Thanks for the video and great rig! I have an ‘04, and I’m about to buy the same lift kit-your video was the confirmation I needed. I’ll keep an eye out for you next time you come to Virginia. We enjoy Flag Pole Knob and Peter Mills Run. God Bless!
Do it! The lift is great it does ride very nicely on the road and I haven't had a single problem off-road! And I did do Peter's mill in June and I've ridden along on flagpole, it's still on the bucket list for me in my own rig now!
I have an 05. With the 2 in lift I did I had the same issue rubbing. Did what you did and problem solved. I am a stereo installer. They used the wrong input on your speakers. They need to bypass the oem amps. There are 2. Or connect the appropriate wires from the mid and low driver and you can get a much better sound. That sucks They did you dirty like that.
I love, love your SUV. I have done an intensive research on it and followed a lot of reviews. It can go a million miles base on preventive maintenance and driver behaviour. It's really a beast! I planning to own one. Thanks for your information
@@anthonypuozah1519 you're welcome! And best of luck, I spent over a year scouring all online websites trying to find one in the best possible condition around me before I found the right one! They really are as good as people say.
Gen 1 Sequoia (and Tundras) are hidden gems of the Toyota family. Although a lot less hidden than they used to be! Great choice. Id suggest you replace those LED headlights with mini projectors, HUGE difference. LEDs in stock housings are terrible for light scatter.
@@JHBtheIV I've heard that, but these don't seem to be TOO bad the worst part of these is the side to side adjustment on the passenger side is a little broken and doesn't like to work so it throws light just a bit too far to the right. I'll be looking at the projectors eventually, just have to make sure they aren't garbage😂
@@BigTreeLander Appreciate that! I thought the standard LED bulbs were okay too, until I installed the mini projectors to compare them, and I realized how terrible light output actually was with the standard LED bulbs. The reflectors in the stock housing just aren't designed to properly gather and direct LED light. Bypassing the housing by using bulbs with their own collectors, really is a night and day difference. Cheers mate!
Thank you! The wheels are -12 offset (not sure of the backspacing). I know with a 0 offset you start running into issues with rubbing on the upper control arm, so I went with -12 to prevent it. The rubbing is just a Toyota thing I guess 😂
Very glad I found this channel. Keep the build updates coming. I have a 2007 that I have built eerily similar to yours. And I’ve been looking at those exact wheels for mine. Good to hear they are running well for you and good to see what they look like installed. Keep those updates coming. Love that Maryland tag too. Born in Silver Spring.
@@how_nate_rolls4603 thank you! A small new video will be out within the next few days, I'm always trying to add stuff but I have to do a lot of research before purchasing to make sure I'm not getting something I won't like. The wheels are awesome they have been great for fitting larger tires on. Good luck with your build!
Nice rig! Question, have you or anyone you know had experience with a sequoia having lower ball joint issues? The design creates a situation where a worn out lower ball joint can separate the lower control arm. Wheel flops under the rig in most cases. Fix, i guess, is to proactively replace LBJ’s with fresh OEM. Just wondering if it’s prevalent for most Sequoia owners, or pretty rare
@@bvids5580 I'm told by everyone it's not an "if" it's a "when" when it comes to your LBJ's failing. And to always use OEM. Now frequency I'm not 100% sure on.
The Sequoia does technically have subs, the bigger speakers behind the grills are subwoofers, and the smaller “tweeter type” speaker is what produces everything that isn’t bass
@@noahh1997 wow that's seriously impressive! Do you know if they're still the original speakers? I looked at a few sequoias and they ALL had blown original speakers.
@@splicedsoul195 www.weathertech.com/toyota/2007/sequoia/floorliner-digitalfit/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwkJm0BhBxEiwAwT1AXC2kdc1ab1B051wAG8cYxqJIJHk6Fe3MYHGElPIkhpKR-djyB8tfqhoCq00QAvD_BwE These are the ones I got, in the tan
@@randyrivera1089 it's not necessarily something you HAVE to do, but it does make a difference and I would recommend spending the extra money for the extended end links
I have an '03 and I'm currently "fixing" the rear hatch handle issue, lol. And I'm also looking to replace the weather strip on the rear window but cannot find it.... does anyone know if the 4runner one will fit? I know it's only cosmetic but I now look like I chrome trimmed my windows so I'm replacing them all.... that is, if I can.
@@mayaflynnster trdshop.carlocktoyotaoftupelo.com/oem-parts/toyota-back-glass-weatherstrip-682910c010?origin=pla&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw0Oq2BhCCARIsAA5hubUJ33lEHkBe48n-L_aVVabZb1MC8KANWFFv_cljQVb0iP1CS3V-3K0aAlWgEALw_wcB It's not this, is it?
@@shadetreemechanic2464 I do I got some 1 inch spacers, they work really well for clearing the brakes or upper control arms if it's an issue on yours. My wheels have enough offset to clear everything so I have mine in storage. Might need them for the 35s going on next
@@BigTreeLander what brand spacers did you go with? Any issues? The steelies I bought have a -12 offset and I’m going with 33” a/t. Just installed a 3” leveling kit.
@@shadetreemechanic2464 I think the brand was KSP? They're on Amazon for $85. They caused some more rubbing on the body pinch weld with my offset, but it was easy enough to fix with an angle grinder and some paint
@@shadetreemechanic2464 yeah the wheel and tire setup with 285/70/R17 tires clears everything, brake calipers and upper control arms. www.roughcountry.com/product/black-steel-wheel-rc517655?psafe_param=1&C&C%7Cm%7C%7C&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwtsy1BhD7ARIsAHOi4xYI2SZ1HsbFpMb_BpY9PZlPBtbPGUpZn9aL-d71Xgjp-EQchGyPsmYaAtj4EALw_wcB
Thanks for the video and great rig! I have an ‘04, and I’m about to buy the same lift kit-your video was the confirmation I needed. I’ll keep an eye out for you next time you come to Virginia. We enjoy Flag Pole Knob and Peter Mills Run. God Bless!
Do it! The lift is great it does ride very nicely on the road and I haven't had a single problem off-road! And I did do Peter's mill in June and I've ridden along on flagpole, it's still on the bucket list for me in my own rig now!
I have an 05. With the 2 in lift I did I had the same issue rubbing. Did what you did and problem solved.
I am a stereo installer. They used the wrong input on your speakers. They need to bypass the oem amps. There are 2. Or connect the appropriate wires from the mid and low driver and you can get a much better sound. That sucks They did you dirty like that.
Nice Sequoia, I have a first gen I'm fixing to get to start upgrading after a run in with a deer.
Good luck with that!
Great video man truck looks awesome 🤙🏼
@@treehouseoffroad Thank you so much! You were a big influence for me I love your videos and yours is so badass!
I love, love your SUV. I have done an intensive research on it and followed a lot of reviews. It can go a million miles base on preventive maintenance and driver behaviour. It's really a beast! I planning to own one. Thanks for your information
@@anthonypuozah1519 you're welcome! And best of luck, I spent over a year scouring all online websites trying to find one in the best possible condition around me before I found the right one! They really are as good as people say.
She's absolutely gorgeous and you did a great job!
On an unrelated note, can I have it? 😂
Ha, very funny! 😂
I actually have had a couple people approach me at my job and try to buy it off of me, It's always a huge compliment!
Gen 1 Sequoia (and Tundras) are hidden gems of the Toyota family. Although a lot less hidden than they used to be! Great choice. Id suggest you replace those LED headlights with mini projectors, HUGE difference. LEDs in stock housings are terrible for light scatter.
@@JHBtheIV I've heard that, but these don't seem to be TOO bad the worst part of these is the side to side adjustment on the passenger side is a little broken and doesn't like to work so it throws light just a bit too far to the right. I'll be looking at the projectors eventually, just have to make sure they aren't garbage😂
Also I love your flatbed!
@@BigTreeLander Appreciate that! I thought the standard LED bulbs were okay too, until I installed the mini projectors to compare them, and I realized how terrible light output actually was with the standard LED bulbs. The reflectors in the stock housing just aren't designed to properly gather and direct LED light. Bypassing the housing by using bulbs with their own collectors, really is a night and day difference. Cheers mate!
Maybe the offset or backspacing makes it rub. Clean build!
Thank you! The wheels are -12 offset (not sure of the backspacing). I know with a 0 offset you start running into issues with rubbing on the upper control arm, so I went with -12 to prevent it. The rubbing is just a Toyota thing I guess 😂
Very glad I found this channel. Keep the build updates coming. I have a 2007 that I have built eerily similar to yours. And I’ve been looking at those exact wheels for mine. Good to hear they are running well for you and good to see what they look like installed. Keep those updates coming. Love that Maryland tag too. Born in Silver Spring.
@@how_nate_rolls4603 thank you! A small new video will be out within the next few days, I'm always trying to add stuff but I have to do a lot of research before purchasing to make sure I'm not getting something I won't like. The wheels are awesome they have been great for fitting larger tires on. Good luck with your build!
Nice rig! Question, have you or anyone you know had experience with a sequoia having lower ball joint issues? The design creates a situation where a worn out lower ball joint can separate the lower control arm. Wheel flops under the rig in most cases. Fix, i guess, is to proactively replace LBJ’s with fresh OEM. Just wondering if it’s prevalent for most Sequoia owners, or pretty rare
@@bvids5580 I'm told by everyone it's not an "if" it's a "when" when it comes to your LBJ's failing. And to always use OEM. Now frequency I'm not 100% sure on.
@@BigTreeLandergot it, thanks!
@@bvids5580 you're welcome!
Good work on your build!
Thanks!
Just picked one up to build out.
Excited to see how you build yours
@@ASAUCYKOALABEAR awesome! I hope all goes well on yours!
The Sequoia does technically have subs, the bigger speakers behind the grills are subwoofers, and the smaller “tweeter type” speaker is what produces everything that isn’t bass
@@TreeRunner01 that's what I figured on the stock stereo, but not anymore with aftermarket speakers
My JBL still works, has tons of bass and sounds amazing, 227k miles as well
@@noahh1997 wow that's seriously impressive! Do you know if they're still the original speakers? I looked at a few sequoias and they ALL had blown original speakers.
Yeah they are original, I feel they are blown because they rattle a bit at really high volume, but they still sound amazing lol
@@noahh1997 you still got lucky! I browsed old forums and people were complaining of the speakers blowing a few months after they bought them new.
@@BigTreeLander oh wow
Great video! What part of Maryland are you at? I live in Laurel Md my 07 sequoia is stock but trying to get lift and tires by this winter.
@@Antreyes right on the border of Anne Arundel and Calvert county. Good luck with that! We still got a little time left before winter
are those tundra weathertec mats? i cant find any for first gen sequoia
@@splicedsoul195 www.weathertech.com/toyota/2007/sequoia/floorliner-digitalfit/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwkJm0BhBxEiwAwT1AXC2kdc1ab1B051wAG8cYxqJIJHk6Fe3MYHGElPIkhpKR-djyB8tfqhoCq00QAvD_BwE
These are the ones I got, in the tan
Great content ! Love 1 st gen sequoias
@@texanfootball96 thank you!
do i nees to replace sway bar end link also?
@@randyrivera1089 it's not necessarily something you HAVE to do, but it does make a difference and I would recommend spending the extra money for the extended end links
I have an '03 and I'm currently "fixing" the rear hatch handle issue, lol. And I'm also looking to replace the weather strip on the rear window but cannot find it.... does anyone know if the 4runner one will fit? I know it's only cosmetic but I now look like I chrome trimmed my windows so I'm replacing them all.... that is, if I can.
@@mayaflynnster trdshop.carlocktoyotaoftupelo.com/oem-parts/toyota-back-glass-weatherstrip-682910c010?origin=pla&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw0Oq2BhCCARIsAA5hubUJ33lEHkBe48n-L_aVVabZb1MC8KANWFFv_cljQVb0iP1CS3V-3K0aAlWgEALw_wcB
It's not this, is it?
How many miles when bought it? Price? Thank you! ✅✅✅
@@codywy5579 166,100 when I bought it
I'm in about 15,000 now
Do you have wheels spacers? I bought some off brand steelies and they won’t fit unless I buy spacers to clear the brake calipers.
@@shadetreemechanic2464 I do I got some 1 inch spacers, they work really well for clearing the brakes or upper control arms if it's an issue on yours. My wheels have enough offset to clear everything so I have mine in storage. Might need them for the 35s going on next
@@BigTreeLander what brand spacers did you go with? Any issues? The steelies I bought have a -12 offset and I’m going with 33” a/t. Just installed a 3” leveling kit.
@@shadetreemechanic2464 I think the brand was KSP? They're on Amazon for $85. They caused some more rubbing on the body pinch weld with my offset, but it was easy enough to fix with an angle grinder and some paint
@@BigTreeLanderWait; so your wheels clear brake caliper without any wheel spacers?? Link please. I’d rather not use any spacers if I done need to.
@@shadetreemechanic2464 yeah the wheel and tire setup with 285/70/R17 tires clears everything, brake calipers and upper control arms. www.roughcountry.com/product/black-steel-wheel-rc517655?psafe_param=1&C&C%7Cm%7C%7C&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwtsy1BhD7ARIsAHOi4xYI2SZ1HsbFpMb_BpY9PZlPBtbPGUpZn9aL-d71Xgjp-EQchGyPsmYaAtj4EALw_wcB
Nice color. Is it wrapped?
@@sergateway nope, stock color