It was pretty cool to listen about problems this gentleman had in 120k miles of ownership, while myself is thinking of getting rid of my 2022 f150 with only 44k kms ( not even 30k miles), with 5 transmission related appointments ( last one cdf drum tsb which is pretty much a rebuild) and a valve body replacement before that. On top of that, active grill shutters died in the first year, fog light replaced, recalls and some electronic gremlins ( screen doesn't respond, power windows don't respond, but go back after truck restart) - Built Tough, LOL... Anyway great Tundra. I was thinking about getting a 2022 tundra when buying a an F150, but didn't like that one. Considering getting a 2021 now. Great to hear you've enjoyed your truck all this miles. Thanks!
Just brought a 2014 Platinum home yesterday. 1 owner, 147 k miles with impeccable service records. I hope to be towing my bbq trailer for as many years as it takes to get in a brick and mortar. And I hope to still be driving her for many years after. Thanks for the video, it’s one of the better ownership videos I’ve seen so far.
Quick note, I occasionally take stuff to the dump with my Tundra. Find tossing old crap over a ledge cathartic. Back to point, the guys that are there with their trailers that hall crap away for a living, all drive Tundras!
Just have the dealer put it on a lift so you can check for rust on the frame!! Also they do not have a trans cooler, so be aware if you are going to tow! I have a 2020 Tundra and so far it has been flawless, but I only have 42K on it! Also cam tower leaks I believe were a known defect on some 2021s. @@jacobhillanbrand7988
I have a 2019 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro with 40,000 miles and have zero issues. My last truck was a 2016 Ford F-150 and I had a list of problems. These trucks aren’t cheap and knowing how well these last gen tundras are just solidifies me on keeping mine for a very long time.
Another great video as usual. Ever since I got my Tundra I haven’t looked back and I look forward to many happy years ahead, along with eventually getting a travel trailer. Love the rv videos too. My dad has the same Michelin’s on his Silverado and he swears by them. They have done well in all settings for the most part, even off road. Truck looks great.
Thanks for doing this review. I just bought one of this generation of Tundra and plan on using it primarily to tow a 7000 lbs GVWR trailer. I'm happy to see and hear about how well yours has held up doing a similar task.
Note: all other truck companies in America use two piston caliper on their brakes, Tundra use’s four piston calipers and bigger disks. ( at 112,000miles) replaced brake pads and rotors, while changing rotors found passenger side wheel bearings little grinding sound, replaced both front wheel bearings , replaced spark plugs at 110,000 . I STILL have OEM Toyota battery (8 years old and still going strong!)
The scuffs in the interior are just the facts of life when it comes to having a black interior. I’m getting a black/black limited from a man in Decatur. And I’m a Toyota guy. I also have a Camry as a commuter car, and my wife has a 4Runner.
Great content sir. I have an 18 sr5 that's been to Vancouver and back to TO then I bought it and went back a d forth to Newbrunswick to our house. No problems. Coast to coast in Canada.
What a beautiful Tundra!!! Looks great!! 😍 I have 2 of them one for work and and other for family.. Soon will have a relics don't care if out dated. They do more than alot more than you 🤔 think 🤔 f150 and f250 don't have reliability turbos go out or soon. F-250 death wable transmission and engine. Good review!!
I got a 2012 Tundra, & I used it for hotshot work. I went coast to coast & border to border 6 times a year. The only problem I had was the Secondary Cold Air Intake went bad/ That was $4,000 repair. other than that, it still runs great. Drive safe. 🤠
2022 SR5 Owner. Previously a 2014, and a 2005, plus a bunch of Tacos. This 3rd gen Tunda is a disappointment. Mostly because of the rear leg room in a double cab (zero inches), and the repeated failure of a drivers side seat cover panel. The 2 Gen Tundra was a perfect machine. Miss it.
I have a 2015 Tundra bought new I just turned 307,000 zero issues, just change the starter last week. I tow a travel trailer as well keep up on the maintenance run good oil and gas they will last a long time. My last Tundra before this one had 342,000 on it when I trade it off.
Hold on to this jewel as long as you are comfortable with! Only 80K miles means you know the devil you have instead of going Big $$$ for a show truck. Good review coverage.
I had 2 Tundras that I used for my business. Towing often and work projects but always on top of all the maintenance. The 2010 one I had to change the radiator,AIP and steering pump all between 130-140K miles. Still all around reliable. Sold it cause I needed an HD truck this year. The other one (2016 DC) has 70K miles and I had to replace a pinion flange seal. It starter leaking making a mess back there. I still have it as a second work truck and hope that it won't give me many issues in the future. Just my experience with them
Good job, I just traded my 2015 Sequoia Plat. in on a 2019 1774, my Sequoia had 45K, but I also have a 4 runner, long story, but I am looking forward to many miles on my Tundra, I may get one of those frame jobs that you put the pop-up camper in the truck bed, one good thing, these trucks will give us our monies worth. God Bless you and your, and keep away from the crazies.......BB
Consumer reports did not like the 2014 Tundra and cited its gas consumption and older transmission. Brought that truck anyway and it worked flawlessly.
They'll work out the kinks just like the 1st gen I never realized how many are still out there I still see the very first T100s at least once a week on my roads Toyota doesn't water down reliability because they bring to the Texas plant the same manufacturing process reputation from their Japan plants their chief engineers regularly evaluate all plants across Mexico and Texas I don't recall any Canada plants I'm the 5th owner of a 2012 Tundra 111k miles just doing regular maintenance and replaced the OEM shock/struts myself
excellent review. Really enjoyed it. I am towing a lot as well, and currently do so with a 2015 F150 3.5 Ecoboost. Have been extremely happy with it. Did decide to take a 2023 Tundra for a test drive recently, as I had really liked the previous generation of Tundra (like yours). That test drive basically confirmed that it is highly unlikely that a new generation Tundra will be my next truck. My 8 model year old F150 rides smoother, has more power and is quieter than the new Tundra, and I don't feel like I am in some sort of giant plastic lego set. I really think Toyota has taken a step backwards with this new truck. In any case, hoping to run my current truck a few more years yet, and I guess we will see what Toyota has done by then... As always, safe travels....
Haha, if I were to need a new 1/2 Truck today, I was thinking GMC Baby Duramax or RAM ecodiesel. But the Other day I say ann F150 Poerboost with the 6 1/2 bed and 77.2kW generator. That'd might be the answer. But truly, I like all trucks.
@@kedrevs4037 I agree with you, both the GMC and especially the Ram ecodiesel look like darn nice trucks. That F150 with the generator does look like a nice unit too. Great aid for boondocking for sure. I must say I enjoy my 6.5' bed. When travelling I have 2 bicycles, 2 sets of golf clubs, 2 clickgear golf trollies, an extra propane tank, a spare battery, a bag of charcoal and a toolbox all nicely in there. Would be quite the 3D tetris to get all that into a 5.5' box. That is one smart thing Toyota did this go around, making a 6.5 box available on the largest cab. It makes for a long truck, mine is 243", but I love the space in the cab and box. A buddy of mine recently picked up a new Tundra with just the extended cab and a 6.5 box. He is 6'4" and his back seat is basically useless. less than 1 inch of knee room when he puts the front seat in a comfy position for himself.
Today at 179,000 miles my most expensive repair was made in my 2007 Tundra SR5 with 5.7L engine - the air diverters on the AC quit working. $1200 fixed it. Only prior repair was at 60k miles - water pump. $700 fixed it. That’s it over the past 17 years. Otherwise routine maintenance.
I have a 2018 Platinum with 61,000 miles. Although I don't tow with it, the truck looks brand new. It. has one place with a scratch you have to know where it is to see it. Those that say it looks dated, screw them and their opinion. That truck is one of a kind that most would sell their wife to own. Just kidding. I love the way it looks, drives and with the TRD exhaust, sounds great. I did one up date you may won't to do to your truck. I replaced all of the interior lights with LED bulbs. Boy does that light it up. I have the black interior just like yours and yes, I do my best not to slide across the seat.
my dad has 2022 tundra and that part on the seat at 9:28 has broken as well as the clip that holds it in place and that is the only issue we have had with it they have taken it on 2 long trips and a few short ones and it has performed very well love the truck.
I have a 2019 tundra sr5 175k miles. Everything is arigenal, except the breaks and tires. . Runs like new still . Best truck, I ever owned, and it was made in America. All the other trucks are not made in America.
Thanks for the update on you 5.7 Tundra.....I have a 2020 TRD PRO and just love it. Wasn't even interested in the new 2022's. Reference your brakes...did you just replace the pads? I see some people doing a "Brake upgrade" using vented rotors and pad set who say they give much better braking than stock.
I have The Michelin LTX ms also on my 19 SRS Crew TRD Good longevity and decent in the snow I tow 1-3 Snowmobiles and TRD off road pkg comes with heated seats in Hockey Country. Keep the V8 boys Shes a big sexy strong girl ☮️❤️🇨🇦
I still have my '00 tundra. I hardly ever tow with it. Not since my folks did camping trips. That's been 10 years. I don't camp anymore since they quit. They gettin old and not as healthy as they used to be. I've no family of my own. My next vehicle might be a 4runner. They're rock solid. Last of the dinosaurs. Hopefully I get one before they change their design. I'll keep my old tundra. Usually hauling off junk or brush occasionally.
It seems like a lot of these Tundra owners spend a lot of time fixing things that aren't broken. Every time I try to be proactive like that I run into problems, things not fitting quite right, squeaking, etc. I'm glad there are mechanically minded people that it works out for, but anything like that I wait until it needs to be fixed before I fix it.
I bought a new 2020 Tundra 4x4 Sr5 TRD just prior to Covid. Came off a ford f150. Never looking back. I have 103,000km on her with zero issues & original brakes. Best truck I owned so far. Question … how may km till you do your tranny oil change & diffs?
if you tow a lot 100,00km is reasonable for differential oil, some do every 50,000km. ii not, 150km - 160km is reasonable. I tow a lot and do mine at 30k miles mine with full flush tranny flush at just over 100k miles. Owner of shop said my fluids were just fine.
I have the same truck as you and am considering getting a travel trailer. I have BSM on my mirrors. Can you share with me what mirror extenders you use?
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LHYSY4G/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AFV7DHW/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 This is the combination that I used. The snap on mirrors vibrated to much on their own, but adding the convex mirrors to them worked great.
I have a 2020 limited purchase new July 2020 and now have about 25,900 miles on it. At my age and the Tundra's reputation I plan on it being the last truck I own.
I am a big fan of the 2nd gen Tundra and that is why I bought the 21 Tundra. But if I have to buy a new truck now, it will be the Chevy Silverado with the 3.0L Diesel. I would never consider the 3rd gen Tundra; Toyota screwed up big time with that one.
Truck looks great brother! I think you will be ready for a Brand New Tundra 2024 ,1794 here in a year or so, They have worked a lot of the bugs out. I will be disappointed if I see you in a Ford or Chevy?
I just sold my Tacoma and I’m looking to get a tundra. I’ve found a 2017 with 107k miles on it, looks to be taken care of and it’s priced at 26k after watching this I think I’ll pull the trigger and hopefully get another 200k out of it.
Nice review. I really need to cover my chrome. I absolutely had getting those flashes in my eye when the sun hits that chrome. Can you tell me where to order the parts you have? I have looked, but can't seem to find anything I think will work.
I ordered from ATJ Designs. They make a number of different products, all easy install. I actually like (or at leat don't mind) a little chrome on the outside, I just hate it in my eyes when I'm driving. It was a problem especially with sunroof open.
I noticed you have air bags. Am I right? Also, does your truck have an oil cooler? Very solid vehicle. After driving Chevy and Ford most of my life, I switched to a Tacoma...love it. Also, all that additional stuff on the dash....forget it. Have a nice day.
Hey quick question as I am in the market for a 5.7 Tundra for exactly what you do with your beautiful truck… most do not have the towing mirrors… did you ever look into changing yours out for the bigger towing mirrors? Thanks… Danny in PA ( what year is yours again?)
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Been wanting a tundra for a while now. I have a small 3300 pound camper I pull with my 06 tacoma. It's just OK... I'm more worried about breaking something catastrophic while towing as she's not really designed for it but otherwise have no real reason to trade up. Your video makes me want to do one on mine, having recently turned 250k miles.
@kevinsouthy oh I'm well aware, but I'm talking pulling it on a 6% hill climb through the Sierra mountains towards reno NV. She struggles and screams up the hill. Transmission temp right about 220. I know she doesn't like it. Lol but... having made a half dozen passes up the hill over the last 2 years I still have not had issue, I'm just worried is all. I love my rig and don't wanna part with it.
Why? just because of the noise? My 2016 with 85k has some noise but most say it's normal. The 4.0 in the 2nd gen Tacoma and 4runner is a similar engine and sounds like that..
depends where I'm heading and how fast. Hwy at 6- mph is about 19.5-20.5 mpgs. Hwy at 75 mph is about 16.5-18. Towing 6k lbs travel trailer at 60 mphis about 12.5 mpgs. Towing at 75mph is about 8 into the wind and about 9.5 to 10 with the wind.
Love your videos. I have a question . Recently Ive been offered a, 2015 Toyota Tundra TRD - SR5 _ with the 5.7L 8-Cylinder Gas Engine . Miles are under 80 thousand . Its absolutely imaculate. The only thing is its 2WD and not the 4WD , but I prefer the 2WD since it hasnt snowed where I live in 8 years. I can get the truck for under $20 thousand. I would love your advice. I really like this Toyota engine and its a crew cab. Thx Buddy.
My son has a 2WD 2015 that he got with 80k on it 4 years ago. Sounds and performs identical to my 2018 with 140k on the odometer )and the 2020 that I just got with only 14k miles). He now has ~130k milkes, under $20k sounds like you can't go wrong.
Funny I was mad my 07 tundra had s click on the driver door check, still going on but these trucks have allot of typical American parts that crap out, like my monochromatic exterior mirror but still are the best choice. These things are not what they used to be but also glad that aren't, we can get a formidable truck, a couple standard quirks but end of the day have a great workhorse
I noticed the add-on air-bags and sway bar. I tow about the same size trailer, I'm at about 2/3 towing capacity for my 2014 Tundra. The suspension seems too light. The truck really gets pushed around by the trailer. I put Rancho shocks on the back and airbags, but it didn't make much difference. What's your experience with the suspension and do you have any upgrades to recommend?
My 2014 5.7 is at 127k miles and beside regular maintence, ive just had to change the brake pads (100 ish k), battery and water pump at 125k miles. Your truck is due for a Water pump soon which is pricy to replace due to the labor costs. The shop has to remove alot of crap off the front of the motor, just to replace the water pump which is a sub $100 part.
keep trucking I have 3 years and about 65,550 only complaint would be steering wheel. not the best quality and already showing major wear and tear on top 12 o clock on steering wheel.
Do you plan on keeping the truck longer ? My 2016 platinum has 114k and debating just keeping it till it dies or upgrading to a diesel - I will be towing more often 8k ish or more
I’ve had a diesel 20 years, though it pulls easily nothing about it is cheap. The weight makes you go through tires quicker, .80 more per gallon, DIY oil change with two filters 140.00, injectors @200k miles 4100.00… it’s been nice to tow with but unless towing 25% of the time, the Tundra will make more sense economically. I bought a 2020 Tundra sr5 4x4 two days ago, should’ve done it 15 years ago.
that cracking sound in the door is the door stay hinge.the 2 nuts inside the door panel that bolts it inside are loose. take off the panel tighten it up and you're good.
What bothers me the most is that I have pretty much always put Toyota on a pedestal as far as their reliability and quality. All of their most recent generation vehicles seem to be following the way of all the other manufactures...Finding a way to make a product that people want for the absolute cheapest way possible. Now I get it...companies make these products to earn a profit...but I always thought Toyota would spend a little more to turn out a better product. Now even Toyota seems guilty of building vehicles that look like Rolls Royce....but have the build quality of a mid 90's Kia.
I truly think the Land Cruiser 200/ Lx570( ended in ‘21), the 07-21 Tundra, the ‘14-22 4Runner, and 14-22 GX460 will be heavily sought vehicles going forward. Toyota’s golden age of superior, reliable powertrains appears to be coming to an end
Unfortunately for the consumers. I think your right. The manufacturers just build what people want…well what most people want is the latest and greatest. So that puts reliability right down the crapper. There is not enough time for these companies to test and make sure their products are good…honestly I don’t think they care…why make a good product when nobody keeps vehicles long term anymore?? Just make it last until the bumper to bumper warranty is up. By that time they will be ready to buy another vehicle…because Ram, Chevy, and Ford do a refresh/all new product what seems like every 3 years. I guess Toyota is just trying to compete. Welcome to the new age where everything is junk.
The 2nd Gen Tundra is a perfect example of Toyota over engineering its trucks because they have a reputation to live up to. They are also the underdog compared to Dodge Ford and GM.
Plainly speaking, beautiful, reliable truck. Buy the 2023 Platinum , it’s a fantastic truck. No softech in my Platinum. Plastics are soft and easily scratched, but they all are like that.
It was pretty cool to listen about problems this gentleman had in 120k miles of ownership, while myself is thinking of getting rid of my 2022 f150 with only 44k kms ( not even 30k miles), with 5 transmission related appointments ( last one cdf drum tsb which is pretty much a rebuild) and a valve body replacement before that. On top of that, active grill shutters died in the first year, fog light replaced, recalls and some electronic gremlins ( screen doesn't respond, power windows don't respond, but go back after truck restart) - Built Tough, LOL...
Anyway great Tundra. I was thinking about getting a 2022 tundra when buying a an F150, but didn't like that one. Considering getting a 2021 now. Great to hear you've enjoyed your truck all this miles. Thanks!
Thank you, can't really go wrong with a well-maintained 2nd gen Tundra
go back a few years, and get a v8. them new v6 tundras are dog. for such a heavy vehicle is gonna strain that v6
Just brought a 2014 Platinum home yesterday. 1 owner, 147 k miles with impeccable service records. I hope to be towing my bbq trailer for as many years as it takes to get in a brick and mortar. And I hope to still be driving her for many years after. Thanks for the video, it’s one of the better ownership videos I’ve seen so far.
i just bought a 2011 with 173k on it. any tips on what to look out for? thanks in advance
Quick note, I occasionally take stuff to the dump with my Tundra. Find tossing old crap over a ledge cathartic. Back to point, the guys that are there with their trailers that hall crap away for a living, all drive Tundras!
I was fortunate to get a 2021 Tundra when the biggest dealer in Houston only had 4 left. Went from a Silverado to the Tundra. Very solid truck.
I got a 21 as well. LOVE this truck.
You chose wisely.
I'm thinking about purchasing a 2021 tundra. Any problems with the truck that you know of or to look out for? Thank you
Just have the dealer put it on a lift so you can check for rust on the frame!! Also they do not have a trans cooler, so be aware if you are going to tow! I have a 2020 Tundra and so far it has been flawless, but I only have 42K on it! Also cam tower leaks I believe were a known defect on some 2021s. @@jacobhillanbrand7988
Any issues with the cam tower oil leak known on these?
I have a 2019 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro with 40,000 miles and have zero issues. My last truck was a 2016 Ford F-150 and I had a list of problems. These trucks aren’t cheap and knowing how well these last gen tundras are just solidifies me on keeping mine for a very long time.
Yes sir, I like shiny new things, but can't ignore how good this truck has been to me.
Another great video as usual. Ever since I got my Tundra I haven’t looked back and I look forward to many happy years ahead, along with eventually getting a travel trailer. Love the rv videos too. My dad has the same Michelin’s on his Silverado and he swears by them. They have done well in all settings for the most part, even off road. Truck looks great.
Dad's are always smart guys.
Thanks for doing this review. I just bought one of this generation of Tundra and plan on using it primarily to tow a 7000 lbs GVWR trailer. I'm happy to see and hear about how well yours has held up doing a similar task.
You're going to love it.
Note: all other truck companies in America use two piston caliper on their brakes, Tundra use’s four piston calipers and bigger disks.
( at 112,000miles) replaced brake pads and rotors, while changing rotors found passenger side wheel bearings little grinding sound, replaced both front wheel bearings , replaced spark plugs at 110,000 . I STILL have OEM Toyota battery (8 years old and still going strong!)
Just purchased a 2020 Tundra Limited one owner vehicle with 24k miles. Truck is like brand new. Loving this vehicle so far!
You’re going to love it
The scuffs in the interior are just the facts of life when it comes to having a black interior.
I’m getting a black/black limited from a man in Decatur. And I’m a Toyota guy. I also have a Camry as a commuter car, and my wife has a 4Runner.
Great content sir. I have an 18 sr5 that's been to Vancouver and back to TO then I bought it and went back a d forth to Newbrunswick to our house. No problems. Coast to coast in Canada.
What a beautiful Tundra!!! Looks great!! 😍 I have 2 of them one for work and and other for family.. Soon will have a relics don't care if out dated. They do more than alot more than you 🤔 think 🤔 f150 and f250 don't have reliability turbos go out or soon. F-250 death wable transmission and engine. Good review!!
Appreciate it
I got a 2012 Tundra, & I used it for hotshot work. I went coast to coast & border to border 6 times a year. The only problem I had was the Secondary Cold Air Intake went bad/ That was $4,000 repair. other than that, it still runs great. Drive safe. 🤠
How many miles on it now? Also what type of hotshotting did you do as most use a 250 for that stuff?
2022 SR5 Owner. Previously a 2014, and a 2005, plus a bunch of Tacos.
This 3rd gen Tunda is a disappointment. Mostly because of the rear leg room in a double cab (zero inches), and the repeated failure of a drivers side seat cover panel.
The 2 Gen Tundra was a perfect machine. Miss it.
AMEN
Just towing motorcycles here. Can’t complain I’m getting 13 miles per gallon. Sounds like you are running fine!
On my 2nd Tundra. Both 2018's. Newest one is a Limited and man it rides so smoothly. I've never had any issues with them.
Just bought a used 2017 tundra crewmax today im so exited im already buying stuff for it
I have a 2015 Tundra bought new I just turned 307,000 zero issues, just change the starter last week. I tow a travel trailer as well keep up on the maintenance run good oil and gas they will last a long time. My last Tundra before this one had 342,000 on it when I trade it off.
You run airbags?
No....extra spring
Original smog pump??
That is Awesome
Have you ever changed the timing chain?
Hold on to this jewel as long as you are comfortable with!
Only 80K miles means you know the devil you have instead of going Big $$$ for a show truck.
Good review coverage.
I had 2 Tundras that I used for my business. Towing often and work projects but always on top of all the maintenance. The 2010 one I had to change the radiator,AIP and steering pump all between 130-140K miles. Still all around reliable. Sold it cause I needed an HD truck this year. The other one (2016 DC) has 70K miles and I had to replace a pinion flange seal. It starter leaking making a mess back there. I still have it as a second work truck and hope that it won't give me many issues in the future. Just my experience with them
Good info, Hope both trucks go a long time for you.
Best trucks ever made period red
Good job, I just traded my 2015 Sequoia Plat. in on a 2019 1774, my Sequoia had 45K, but I also have a 4 runner, long story, but I am looking forward to many miles on my Tundra, I may get one of those frame jobs that you put the pop-up camper in the truck bed, one good thing, these trucks will give us our monies worth. God Bless you and your, and keep away from the crazies.......BB
appreciate the kind wishes
Consumer Reports no longer recommends the new 22-23 Tundras. Sad day. Stick with the 2nd gen. Tundras for reliability.
Yep, been thinking about doing a video on that.
Consumer reports did not like the 2014 Tundra and cited its gas consumption and older transmission. Brought that truck anyway and it worked flawlessly.
They'll work out the kinks just like the 1st gen I never realized how many are still out there I still see the very first T100s at least once a week on my roads Toyota doesn't water down reliability because they bring to the Texas plant the same manufacturing process reputation from their Japan plants their chief engineers regularly evaluate all plants across Mexico and Texas I don't recall any Canada plants I'm the 5th owner of a 2012 Tundra 111k miles just doing regular maintenance and replaced the OEM shock/struts myself
No leaks anywhere? Can tower leak?
They've already refined them quite a bit. But, case and point why you never buy a first model year (and second to a lesser extent) of anything.
Those tires are great tires!! Thanks for the video, great truck!
excellent review. Really enjoyed it. I am towing a lot as well, and currently do so with a 2015 F150 3.5 Ecoboost. Have been extremely happy with it. Did decide to take a 2023 Tundra for a test drive recently, as I had really liked the previous generation of Tundra (like yours). That test drive basically confirmed that it is highly unlikely that a new generation Tundra will be my next truck. My 8 model year old F150 rides smoother, has more power and is quieter than the new Tundra, and I don't feel like I am in some sort of giant plastic lego set. I really think Toyota has taken a step backwards with this new truck. In any case, hoping to run my current truck a few more years yet, and I guess we will see what Toyota has done by then... As always, safe travels....
Haha, if I were to need a new 1/2 Truck today, I was thinking GMC Baby Duramax or RAM ecodiesel. But the Other day I say ann F150 Poerboost with the 6 1/2 bed and 77.2kW generator. That'd might be the answer. But truly, I like all trucks.
@@kedrevs4037 I agree with you, both the GMC and especially the Ram ecodiesel look like darn nice trucks. That F150 with the generator does look like a nice unit too. Great aid for boondocking for sure. I must say I enjoy my 6.5' bed. When travelling I have 2 bicycles, 2 sets of golf clubs, 2 clickgear golf trollies, an extra propane tank, a spare battery, a bag of charcoal and a toolbox all nicely in there. Would be quite the 3D tetris to get all that into a 5.5' box. That is one smart thing Toyota did this go around, making a 6.5 box available on the largest cab. It makes for a long truck, mine is 243", but I love the space in the cab and box. A buddy of mine recently picked up a new Tundra with just the extended cab and a 6.5 box. He is 6'4" and his back seat is basically useless. less than 1 inch of knee room when he puts the front seat in a comfy position for himself.
Today at 179,000 miles my most expensive repair was made in my 2007 Tundra SR5 with 5.7L engine - the air diverters on the AC quit working. $1200 fixed it. Only prior repair was at 60k miles - water pump. $700 fixed it. That’s it over the past 17 years. Otherwise routine maintenance.
I have a 2018 Platinum with 61,000 miles. Although I don't tow with it, the truck looks brand new. It. has one place with a scratch you have to know where it is to see it. Those that say it looks dated, screw them and their opinion. That truck is one of a kind that most would sell their wife to own. Just kidding. I love the way it looks, drives and with the TRD exhaust, sounds great. I did one up date you may won't to do to your truck. I replaced all of the interior lights with LED bulbs. Boy does that light it up. I have the black interior just like yours and yes, I do my best not to slide across the seat.
Great Truck, yours sound like it cold go 30 years
This has million mile potential. I would keep it until a new engine or transmission is due.
Half of me wants that. The other half keeps looking for something that offers me more. It is just not out there.
my dad has 2022 tundra and that part on the seat at 9:28 has broken as well as the clip that holds it in place and that is the only issue we have had with it they have taken it on 2 long trips and a few short ones and it has performed very well love the truck.
hope it continues to do well
I have a 2019 tundra sr5 175k miles. Everything is arigenal, except the breaks and tires. . Runs like new still . Best truck, I ever owned, and it was made in America. All the other trucks are not made in America.
I'm thinking of buying a 2019 tundra sr 5 has 108000 miles 26500 dollars hoping it will last a long time?
What are the most expensive things you’ve had to change/fix? I’m looking at getting a 2020 SR5 with 90,000 miles
Thanks for the update on you 5.7 Tundra.....I have a 2020 TRD PRO and just love it. Wasn't even interested in the new 2022's. Reference your brakes...did you just replace the pads? I see some people doing a "Brake upgrade" using vented rotors and pad set who say they give much better braking than stock.
I have got to get back to doing some videos, not happy with what I did with pads. Changing to vented rotors might have helped.
Beautiful truck.
I have The Michelin LTX ms also on my 19 SRS Crew TRD
Good longevity and decent in the snow
I tow 1-3 Snowmobiles and TRD off road pkg comes with heated seats in Hockey Country. Keep the V8 boys
Shes a big sexy strong girl ☮️❤️🇨🇦
Beautiful, well maintained truck.
What running boards are those? Love the look. Great video, thank you!
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I have a sedan for my daily driver and use my 2018 Tundra for truck things. The only other option for me would be a 3/4 ton diesel.
Great truck, looks like its holding up well. Any issues with the factory brake controller? I've seen some people complain about that.
I have seen those complaints too, my current gain is set at 5.5 and works very well.
This is what I called immaculate shape, where did you get the mini antenna? Looking really sleek
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Love this truck!!! I had the 2019 and traded it for a Tacoma 2018 and I am sad.
Tacomas are great too.
Great vid… too much bling on new trucks can be overkill…. My opinion…love this model .
I still have my '00 tundra. I hardly ever tow with it. Not since my folks did camping trips. That's been 10 years. I don't camp anymore since they quit. They gettin old and not as healthy as they used to be. I've no family of my own. My next vehicle might be a 4runner. They're rock solid. Last of the dinosaurs. Hopefully I get one before they change their design. I'll keep my old tundra. Usually hauling off junk or brush occasionally.
@kedrevs what radio unit did you install?
Alpine ilx
It seems like a lot of these Tundra owners spend a lot of time fixing things that aren't broken. Every time I try to be proactive like that I run into problems, things not fitting quite right, squeaking, etc. I'm glad there are mechanically minded people that it works out for, but anything like that I wait until it needs to be fixed before I fix it.
Interesting, "things that aren't broken" are you referencing?
I bought a new 2020 Tundra 4x4 Sr5 TRD just prior to Covid. Came off a ford f150. Never looking back. I have 103,000km on her with zero issues & original brakes. Best truck I owned so far. Question … how may km till you do your tranny oil change & diffs?
if you tow a lot 100,00km is reasonable for differential oil, some do every 50,000km. ii not, 150km - 160km is reasonable. I tow a lot and do mine at 30k miles mine with full flush tranny flush at just over 100k miles. Owner of shop said my fluids were just fine.
What all upgrades have you done? I like that head unit a lot too.
Im looking go buying a use one this year ,..are 2015 to 2019 are good years ?
Updated in 14. Trans cooler deleted in 19 so I’d stay 14-18
I have the same truck as you and am considering getting a travel trailer. I have BSM on my mirrors. Can you share with me what mirror extenders you use?
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This is the combination that I used. The snap on mirrors vibrated to much on their own, but adding the convex mirrors to them worked great.
I have a 2020 limited purchase new July 2020 and now have about 25,900 miles on it. At my age and the Tundra's reputation I plan on it being the last truck I own.
Heck, that might be true for most of us.
I am a big fan of the 2nd gen Tundra and that is why I bought the 21 Tundra. But if I have to buy a new truck now, it will be the Chevy Silverado with the 3.0L Diesel. I would never consider the 3rd gen Tundra; Toyota screwed up big time with that one.
I underand
Great timing, got about 700 more miles to drive in the next 24 hours in my 2018 Tundra! (41,480 miles odometer)
Travel safe
Great review! What stereo head unit did you go with?
Alpine Halo9
Truck looks great brother! I think you will be ready for a Brand New Tundra 2024 ,1794 here in a year or so, They have worked a lot of the bugs out. I will be disappointed if I see you in a Ford or Chevy?
Next one is likely an HD unless something significant changes in half ton market
I just sold my Tacoma and I’m looking to get a tundra. I’ve found a 2017 with 107k miles on it, looks to be taken care of and it’s priced at 26k after watching this I think I’ll pull the trigger and hopefully get another 200k out of it.
200k easy
Nice review. I really need to cover my chrome. I absolutely had getting those flashes in my eye when the sun hits that chrome. Can you tell me where to order the parts you have? I have looked, but can't seem to find anything I think will work.
I ordered from ATJ Designs. They make a number of different products, all easy install. I actually like (or at leat don't mind) a little chrome on the outside, I just hate it in my eyes when I'm driving. It was a problem especially with sunroof open.
@@kedrevs4037 thanks
Is your engine a flex fuel??
Would you mind sharing the details of the Airstream travel trailer? Thank you!
2007 '23 Airstream Safari
I noticed you have air bags. Am I right? Also, does your truck have an oil cooler? Very solid vehicle. After driving Chevy and Ford most of my life, I switched to a Tacoma...love it. Also, all that additional stuff on the dash....forget it. Have a nice day.
Yes Air bags, TPMS, and Stock aux trans cooler
Hey quick question as I am in the market for a 5.7 Tundra for exactly what you do with your beautiful truck… most do not have the towing mirrors… did you ever look into changing yours out for the bigger towing mirrors? Thanks… Danny in PA ( what year is yours again?)
2018
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this is combination that I used for mirrors
tip, don't flush the trans, just drain and refill every 30k ish miles.
Did you install a Transmission Cooler ?
2019-21 Doesn’t have one Towing 7000 lbs im assuming it would b necessary ?
Not yet, did one long trip without it, might do one more before making the switch. Haven't seen any transmission failures yet?
Been wanting a tundra for a while now. I have a small 3300 pound camper I pull with my 06 tacoma. It's just OK... I'm more worried about breaking something catastrophic while towing as she's not really designed for it but otherwise have no real reason to trade up. Your video makes me want to do one on mine, having recently turned 250k miles.
My dude, a 3300lb trailer is half of the max tow capacity of a Tacoma it’s more than capable
@kevinsouthy oh I'm well aware, but I'm talking pulling it on a 6% hill climb through the Sierra mountains towards reno NV. She struggles and screams up the hill. Transmission temp right about 220. I know she doesn't like it. Lol but... having made a half dozen passes up the hill over the last 2 years I still have not had issue, I'm just worried is all. I love my rig and don't wanna part with it.
Ive been towing 4000 lbs with my 2015 4.6L and NO sway at all. I might be selling in May 2024. Only 115 k.
2016 platinum 78k, just had to have timing chain tensioner and fuel
Pump replaced.
Hmmm, 2015 with 112K and 2018 with 119k now, and still no issues, just maintenance on both
Why? just because of the noise? My 2016 with 85k has some noise but most say it's normal. The 4.0 in the 2nd gen Tacoma and 4runner is a similar engine and sounds like that..
Nice truck, what is your MPG when towing vs not towing.
depends where I'm heading and how fast. Hwy at 6- mph is about 19.5-20.5 mpgs. Hwy at 75 mph is about 16.5-18. Towing 6k lbs travel trailer at 60 mphis about 12.5 mpgs. Towing at 75mph is about 8 into the wind and about 9.5 to 10 with the wind.
Love your videos. I have a question . Recently Ive been offered a, 2015 Toyota Tundra TRD - SR5 _ with the 5.7L 8-Cylinder Gas Engine . Miles are under 80 thousand . Its absolutely imaculate. The only thing is its 2WD and not the 4WD , but I prefer the 2WD since it hasnt snowed where I live in 8 years. I can get the truck for under $20 thousand. I would love your advice. I really like this Toyota engine and its a crew cab. Thx Buddy.
My son has a 2WD 2015 that he got with 80k on it 4 years ago. Sounds and performs identical to my 2018 with 140k on the odometer )and the 2020 that I just got with only 14k miles). He now has ~130k milkes, under $20k sounds like you can't go wrong.
What type of air bags you have ? Looks just like my 2019 mag grey paint.
firestone ride rite
Did you change the antenna? It looks a little short.
yes I did
Do you have any valvetrain, knocking, or banging sounds?
Not a bit, runs same as it did in its first 10k miles
Hi. You have spent apromix, so far, 45k in fuel cost alone.
No, last year was an extraordinary year in terms of fuel prices. Close to 50% higher than any previous year.
What kind of radio do you have in it, factory or aftermarket
Alpine Halo9 Ilx-F309
Try tightening the door check on the door side, 10mm
it wasn’t loose, it was broken. Had to replace it
Have you changed the oil viscosity?
Occaisionally, will go 5w-20 before long trips. But no mostly 0w-20
I have never changed the trans oil is it safe to do a drain and fill I have 93k on the truck
I think you'll be fine at 93k, at 120k , I might just let it ride
For 5 years and 120k miles, it looks like a new truck
Funny I was mad my 07 tundra had s click on the driver door check, still going on but these trucks have allot of typical American parts that crap out, like my monochromatic exterior mirror but still are the best choice. These things are not what they used to be but also glad that aren't, we can get a formidable truck, a couple standard quirks but end of the day have a great workhorse
What did they do when they "tuned it up"?
full plugs and wires
I noticed the add-on air-bags and sway bar. I tow about the same size trailer, I'm at about 2/3 towing capacity for my 2014 Tundra. The suspension seems too light. The truck really gets pushed around by the trailer. I put Rancho shocks on the back and airbags, but it didn't make much difference. What's your experience with the suspension and do you have any upgrades to recommend?
WDH with sway control and front loaded TT makes a huge difference.
3/4 ton will tow much more comfortable
I got 90k miles on my 2019 tundra not a single issue you zeros can keep your ram, Ford and Chevy
What type and size of michelin tire are you using?
Defender LTX M/S2
Hello. Can you provide your tire dimensions in full? Thanks.
My 2014 5.7 is at 127k miles and beside regular maintence, ive just had to change the brake pads (100 ish k), battery and water pump at 125k miles. Your truck is due for a Water pump soon which is pricy to replace due to the labor costs. The shop has to remove alot of crap off the front of the motor, just to replace the water pump which is a sub $100 part.
I am sure something is out there waiting for me. I'll be sure to document it when it happens.
What's a full tune up on this truck?
$900
keep trucking I have 3 years and about 65,550 only complaint would be steering wheel. not the best quality and already showing major wear and tear on top 12 o clock on steering wheel.
you know, I forgot that one on my list. after I published the vid, I remembered thew ear on the top of steering wheel. Yep, got that too.
Do you plan on keeping the truck longer ? My 2016 platinum has 114k and debating just keeping it till it dies or upgrading to a diesel - I will be towing more often 8k ish or more
until it dies? Good luck getting rid of that truck for another 20 years. I am keep ing mine for the foreseeable future
I’ve had a diesel 20 years, though it pulls easily nothing about it is cheap. The weight makes you go through tires quicker, .80 more per gallon, DIY oil change with two filters 140.00, injectors @200k miles 4100.00… it’s been nice to tow with but unless towing 25% of the time, the Tundra will make more sense economically. I bought a 2020 Tundra sr5 4x4 two days ago, should’ve done it 15 years ago.
How do you do with mpg without towing
13-14ish in town, 17-19 highway
Might get a used 2016 tundra high mileage…. 260k. What do you think?
1 owner and good track record of maintenance.
How much
@@tevconley1744 it was listed at $24,995
Don't like to make recs on purchases, but that sounds like a lot for that many miles. No such thing as bad trucks or real estate, only bad prices.
@@kedrevs4037 ended up not going with it. Got me a 2nd Gen tacoma instead. For way cheaper and less miles.
Thank you for the review. Spot-on in my opinion. What head unit did you end up replacing the original with? I was looking at doing the same.
Alpine Halo9 Ilx-F309
Who in here has gone over 300k /400k miles what major repairs have been done? Or any repairs?
Hope to get there in about 6 years
@@kedrevs4037 I see what you did there 😎 try for 5😜
Towing is very hard on any car especially with that amount of weight. If it were for sale and I was aware of that history I would probably pass.
Sure towing adds more strain to any vehicle, but this one was designed specifically for it. Grocery getters are at the big 3 and the new Tundra
I guess that door hinge clicking noise is very common
releasing a fix video
Stock battery lasted 9 years in my 2011, newer stuff just isn't manufactured to last as long.
Everyone will want these truck in the future. In 15 to 20 years they will be sought after like 80 series Land Cruisers
What year is it?
2018
Love my 2015 with 200,000 nothing big just normal wear and tear
Great truck, isnt it
Same guy after towing with the twin turbo. "yeah anyway guys, so I went with the new model...."
Sure, i did.
My wife’s venza has the same black plastic issue. If you look at it funny it ends up with a scratch
Yeah, I would rather they. charged me an extra $200 and used decent. plastic.
that cracking sound in the door is the door stay hinge.the 2 nuts inside the door panel that bolts it inside are loose. take off the panel tighten it up and you're good.
Not the answer, Wouldn't matter how much I tightened them. The hinge was broke. Replaced and fine now.
5 years for anything is still almost new.
Wonder WHY they never used electric cooling fans.
don't know, but have never run hot
What bothers me the most is that I have pretty much always put Toyota on a pedestal as far as their reliability and quality. All of their most recent generation vehicles seem to be following the way of all the other manufactures...Finding a way to make a product that people want for the absolute cheapest way possible. Now I get it...companies make these products to earn a profit...but I always thought Toyota would spend a little more to turn out a better product. Now even Toyota seems guilty of building vehicles that look like Rolls Royce....but have the build quality of a mid 90's Kia.
I truly think the Land Cruiser 200/ Lx570( ended in ‘21), the 07-21 Tundra, the ‘14-22 4Runner, and 14-22 GX460 will be heavily sought vehicles going forward. Toyota’s golden age of superior, reliable powertrains appears to be coming to an end
Unfortunately for the consumers. I think your right. The manufacturers just build what people want…well what most people want is the latest and greatest. So that puts reliability right down the crapper. There is not enough time for these companies to test and make sure their products are good…honestly I don’t think they care…why make a good product when nobody keeps vehicles long term anymore?? Just make it last until the bumper to bumper warranty is up. By that time they will be ready to buy another vehicle…because Ram, Chevy, and Ford do a refresh/all new product what seems like every 3 years. I guess Toyota is just trying to compete. Welcome to the new age where everything is junk.
The 2nd Gen Tundra is a perfect example of Toyota over engineering its trucks because they have a reputation to live up to. They are also the underdog compared to Dodge Ford and GM.
Lost their way with third gen
Plainly speaking, beautiful, reliable truck. Buy the 2023 Platinum , it’s a fantastic truck. No softech in my Platinum. Plastics are soft and easily scratched, but they all are like that.
2022 and beyond Platinums and 1794s come with softex, only the Capstone gets leather...look it up, it's in the Geneva convention
AND, getting ready to spend some mula on Michelin Defenders.
they have been the best tires I have ever owned.
I love your truck,toyota didn't wanted to change it,the climate change useful idiots make toyota change this amazing truck