I know this was posted two years ago: however, it is nice to finally hear some honesty about how these trucks handle heavy tow loads. No one I have viewed so far has said much about how it downshifts and works to keep up when on a hill with a heavy tow behind it. Thanks for the information.
In February of this year I bought a 2008 double cab, was pretty hesitant because it had 146K on it but I now understand these things are meant to go the distance. No regrets.
I’m the same way going to get a 2010 tundra crewmax 4x4 118k miles this week but they last I have a 2000 Toyota 4Runner with 226k miles never let me down only thing was the driveshaft because the ujoints broke got it with 207k miles 2 years ago.
I too own a 2017 black sr5 8ft bed 4x4. I sell restaurant equipment and needed a reliable truck to go the distance. I Deliver restaurant equipment all over Eastern Kentucky Appalachia. I had a ram and it couldn’t handle it. My boss had 2 tundra work trucks with over 500,000 miles on em and still going so I said hell I find one of those then. Not an easy find I’ll tell ya. I found one alright but it was in Nova Scotia and they shipped it to Georgia for me. No rust believe it or not. 78,000 miles on it and it kicks ass. I get a lot of old heads telling me it’s a rare bird.
2012 CrewMax 4x4 with the 5.7 V8. Thirsty, but just as stupid reliable as my previous 2011 Toyota Camry 2.5 SE. Best vehicle I’ve ever had. Toyota all the way.
Nice truck, I'm going to look at one in a few days because I do deliveries for Home Depot and I'm wanting to get a 8-foot box and the extra room behind the seats is enough for me
You’re definitely right about the throttle response. I have this issue with my 07 5.7L and it’s annoying for sure. Some days it just take off without any delays and other days no response and then jumps.
I have a 2019 TRD Limited. 109k miles and its drives great. A little popping noise when I go over an uneven surface going slow from the skid plate but I’ll get that tightened up next service. Thank you for the comprehensive review!
Tomorrow im going to buy my firts used 2008 Tundra 2wd with 97k miles, im so excited to Get, and give all the mantenimiento and enjoy this durable truck thanks for your comments
Might be your last truck you ever buy. Congrats on being a higher thinking person. I haven't had a truck payment since 2013. They just don't die. And trust me . I'm brutal on my vehicles. But I do the maintenance. Good luck 👍
Great overview. The one mod I would have to make would be to get a bigger gas tank. My 2018 has the upgraded 38 gallon tank, which is far better than the 26 gallon tank I had in my 2007 Sequoia. Looking forward to more videos.
Gotta say the small fuel tank is the only thing I don't like about my 2011. Why Toyota made a larger, heavier truck with a bigger more powerful engine, and then put a smaller fuel tank in compared to the first gen trucks is beyond me.
I have one myself (2013 5.7l trd off-road single cab); will not ever give it up. At least not of my own free will. I would strongly suggest a pair of Morimoto LED headlights. Totally updates the look of the truck.
OK let me give you an old flatbed driver tip. Lumber, any lumber will walk. Yep, even the full stack bound with TIGHT metal straps from the factory. The tip is this, elevate the open end (rear) using a section of 4x4. Place it inside the bed, not on the tailgate. Then strap it as tight as you can get it. #1 and #2 lumber is slick. Generally, the center of the stack will come out before the rest. Also, you can "choke" boards, cinching them together in a bundle if they are loose. But if you don't elevate the stack it will walk. Damn good video thanks for posting it.
I’d take that 5.7 V8 over their new TT V6 any day!!! Although I am in awe with the performance of the Iforce Max hybrid system. I just love their old school Iforce V8. My dad’s 4.7 V8 in his ‘02 Tundra has over 200,000 miles on it!
Thanks! It's one of the few vehicles I own that I don't need to stress over. I plan on start showing it some love in the next year or so in the form of some minor upgrades since it treats me well and I plan on keeping it.
Awesome video dude. I have a 2019 TRD PRO and there’s something about an old Toyota truck that just drives me insane. Keep it you’ll regret getting rid of this bullet proof set up. And 70k miles you haven’t even broken this in yet. Looks mint man 🤙🏻
@@speedcircuit once you step out of a Toyota reliability is out the window and for me that’s where I draw the line. Unless you’re doing hardcore towing then diesel is your best bet which I’m sure you’re aware. Hey if you sell at least you’ll get most of your money back, something else Toyota offers
@@briand.5321 Yeah, my options are either to get a lighter trailer or a heavier truck. Or both. I wish Toyota offered a bigger truck, but that doesn't seem like it's in the cards. I may have to move to another brand next time around, but I really don't want to.
Keep the Tundra yours is barley broken in you can get another 400k miles on this thing. I have a 2012 double cab Tundra with 187k miles water pump was the only thing I’ve had to replace.
Awesome deal with the air bags. I'm doing the same thing. I also use a equalization bar and sway control. I pull a 28' all aluminum toy hauler with a 2200 lb can am. Im in around 9000lb fully loaded. I live in and haul this rig in the southwest and Colorado. For an 08 thats been paid off for all these years . You can't beat them. I'm in the same boat. The only issue I have with it. Is the small gas tank. That is a problem when your hauling heavy laods out west. But they do offer a 46 gallon tank. My next truck is going to be a 2018 tundra. 70 thousand for a new tundra. No thanks, remember what a truck for. To do a job! And the tundra does it well.
@@speedcircuit the way I look at the money I put in my 08 tundra. What ever it is. Has to be better then a truck payment. I didn't look into yet. I have another project I'm working on right now. But I do see me getting the 46 gallon tank . Too much open country out west . When your getting 10 miles a gallon with small tank dosen't cut it. I always need to keep an extra couple gas can to travel any kind of distance.
@@speedcircuit night and day. Honestly. When I push my capacity. It's a hole process I go through to get the rig set up. Starting with increasing my air pressure in my truck tires. I run 50 psi. Then the trailer tires . Then set my equalizer chain. 4 links works for my set up . Then I add air to the air bags. I add enough to bring back at the original driving height. That's it. The sway brake is something I get out of my truck to increase or decrease. Depending if I'm on the highway with some winds. I crank it down. But when I get off the interstate. I loosen it up. When it comes to shit that can fuck up in a hurry. I like the KISS method.
love our 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.
Thank you. I appreciate your help. Ill let you know how it works out.Its amazing how the 2Wd and the $WD look exactly the same . Are there any downsides to the 2WD that Im not taking into account. Years ago the 2wd Chevys sat much lower and the front end was a little mushy.
It is a tool at the end of the day. And one of the best ever made. I suggest keep it, it will last forever. Who cares what you "think" you look like driving an older truck. My 10 sequoia is still going strong.
If you’re going to Sonic to bring home drinks for the fam just nice to have the capability vs spilling them all over the truck in the cardboard drink holders.
I have the 2010 SR5, crew cab, flex fuel…… just changed out my valve cover gaskets. I found oil in 4 spark plug wells, the gapping of the plugs were gapped twice as wide as it should be. I do about 98% of the maintenance now. The only thing I take it to the dealership for is Transmission oil change. Over the first couple of years I’ve changed out tires too early, something was wrong with the alignment, Toyota couldn’t fix it correctly, Firestone tried…. I figured I’d be buying tires every 2 years….but somehow I put in a 3” level kit, took it to a different dealership to align it…. Somehow that fixed the alignment issue of burning through tires in 2 years. I changed out a fuel tank because some squirrels chewed through a return line. My neighbor has a Raptor that is in the shop more than it’s in the driveway. Im going to ride it until the wheels fall off. I had that throttle problem and cleaned the throttle body, mass air flow, added a K&N air filter, then did the valve cover gaskets and spark plugs…. Throttle problem is gone. You have to change the spark plug well gaskets if you find oil on your plugs, that can give you misfire and throttle problems.
I really suggest not using a k&n reusable filter or any oiled filter for that matter. Only vehicle I've ever had MAF or throttle body issues was my old Tundra that had a K&N for 100k. It gunks up everything upstream and doesn't even filter well (tons of tests proving this)
I have an 06 Tundra double cab and brakes are horrible and it’s 4.7 V8. But still purring like a kitten at 300k. Love the looks and it can only tow 6000lbs. Gets 17mpg or 13 mpg towing.
My ex brother in law had trouble bleeding them. I’ve read blogs that say they’ve even taken it to Toyota and they charge them and still come out spongy. Not sure what to do. The front right wheel came off sheared the ball joint in half while I was towing my pontoon boat. Had to pay a wrecker to tow the truck and boat home. I still need to do the driver side. I sure don’t want that to happen again. I heard if it gets loose it will shear it into. Wish I had known that it needed to be done prior to this happening. I’m sure I’ll take it to Toyota to find out what else is needed. My ex did a lot of things to get it ready for the next 300k miles and I did get the list from Toyota. I guess this wasn’t on there or he decided it didn’t need to be done. Ugh
LoL! Conveniently I have a 2019 Limited and it doesn't look enough different from yours for 99% of the population to notice. With your mileage I would definitely keep it. you've barely broken it in. Upgrade the headlights to LED's and get some black 5.7 emblems and no one could tell the difference between yours and a 2021. I would only upgrade if you wanted the four door and I would definitely get a used V8 over the TTV6.
A Regular Cabbbbbb..... Shhhhaaaaggggyyyy....🎉❤🎉 I just Bought A Tundra 08 Crew Cab...180k I think I got good Deal...For her...I love the Truck and I am ready for the Haul..
Should get that throttle position sensor issue fixed and also that weak braking you mentioned checked out, it shouldnt be like that at all, I got a 2018 crewmax and 10200 lbs of towing cap, 1440 payload, crewmax config kills tundra payload, your configuration got the full payload 2050 lbs or something like that.
It's not a TPS issue, it's just the way they're programmed. Every one I've driven has the same issue. We replaced the rear pads and it improved, but trucks just can't stop like sports cars can. Payload on my tundra is 1640. It tows 10k.
I came across your UA-cam page. I have a Toyota Tundra SR5 2011. I brought my truck used. My question is: Did the Toyota Tundra SR5 2011 model package come with a backup camera? There was no navigation or parking assistance installed. I noticed you added your own backup camera. Can you provide the name, information, and link to the system you installed? Also, consider on your UA-cam channel sharing more information about the upgrades you have done for reviewers to purchase items. Where did you purchase your upgrades? Who did the installation? etc, etc, etc. What other grades are you planning on doing if you keep your truck? I forgot to mention, I am a first-time female truck owner/driver. I have no clue how to keep this older truck running great. I love Toyota brands. Most of my vehicles were Toyota and Lexus. I brought a 2016 Cadillac, which I was not happy with so I when back to Toyota. I got this older truck to tow a small RV travel trailer. While I have not found what I am looking for in a travel trailer. I have learned towing weight and payload are important. I see there're towing control knobs in my Tundra. I am reading the owner's manual to get a better understanding of how to operate them. Any information provided by you or your viewers is helpful. Thanks.
No, the backup camera was not standard. I installed an aftermarket head unit and a backup camera with it. I purchased a Toyota Tundra 07-13 Pioneer NEX and BOYO Camera Package from Easy Way Electronics many years ago. I did the installation myself, since I'm proficient in working on cars, although it's easy enough to DIY if you'd like. My trailer has electronic brakes, so if you have electronic brakes on your trailer, you may need a brake controller in the truck like I have.
I got a used camera off eBay, and a rear view mirror screen, it turns on when you put it in reverse. It was plug and play for me….the tailgate camera handle, plugs right into a wire that’s in the rear bumper. On eBay I just typed in Toyota tundra tailgate handle camera.
@@speedcircuit Brother you are missing out, still gets ~11 mpg fully loaded at ~75 mph on the highway. Yes these trucks are gas hogs, but imo it's a small price to pay for the performance you get, supercharger bumps you to ~500hp/550tq.
@@rfdsdf1Yeah, I did think about it at a point, but it's not really worth it for me. I have fast cars, and honestly even stock my truck is faster than it has business being. The way I look at is that it would cost me thousands, plus install time, extra maintenance, more fuel, etc. If it was my only vehicle I would 100% do it, but the time, money, and effort is better used in another vehicle.
@@speedcircuit the carfax looks real good always did maintenance at the same Toyota dealership one owner I dk how they kept it super clean for being a 2010
Bought my 2012 5.7 a year ago. Timing chains/tensioner(s) went bad. $3800 repair. But now is OK. NO rust NO accident dealer serviced. Not New England car. Local car. Not auctioned around the country. I will keep. Better the devil you know, than the devil you dont know.
@@speedcircuit No, TH just changes the shift points. I did just find this in the TOWING section of an online Toyota Manual PDF. This is for the second gen Tundra with the 5.7 engine and 6-speed automatic transmission: ● To maintain engine braking efficiency and charging system performance when using engine braking, do not use the transmission in D. Transmission shift range position must be in 4 in the S mode. ● Depress TOW/HAUL button (if equipped). Use TOW/HAUL mode when pulling a trailer or hauling a heavy load. TOW/HAUL switch (vehicles with towing package)
@@speedcircuit lol I'm in the market for a full size truck myself. In my area(southcoast mass) these are actually one of the lower priced trucks. I see f150 of comparable year/miles going for 30k +. I've been driving a 96' camry for the past 2 years so the urge to upgrade is pretty bad lol I have no idea what I'm doing to be honest 😅
I hate to tell you this my friend, but at 73,000 miles you just broke that thing in. You look like you take care of your things so you got 400,000 plus miles left to go before it start to cost more then just routine maintenance. That truck will out last any new truck you go out and buy now. With all the issues the automakers are having save yourself the headaches and keep it. Good luck and God bless.
They're not issues. They are designed to fail. They want parts which make the vehicles obsolete like fancy computer chips which control the engine. And they deliberately stop production of those chips which after 10 years makes the vehicles unfixable....by design. Trust Toyota over these other lemons with their fancy engines and turbos which get you an extra 3 mpg...and explode after 200k
Let me know if you want to sell it. I'm looking for an 8' tundra w low miles. I move furniture and large items. Been in my 04 tacoma for 19 years...302K miles it time to upgrade to full size. Both for my 6'3" frame and for business.
The problem with selling it is that in order to get a significantly better truck at this point I would have to spend $80K, and I just don't care enough about a truck to spend $80K.
@@speedcircuit I know. I hate the idea of a payment. Haven't had one in a long time. Let alone the price of new trucks is insane. You should just keep it forever. I just keep fixing my Tacoma as it goes, mostly minor stuff and general wear and tear. I should get another 100K miles at least. 5 more years. I'm sick of the tiny seat which destroys my back and I need a bigger bed. You could prob get 400-500K on your tundra. Last you another 20 years. Especially since you barely drive it. Why buy a new expensive truck.
@@ianscreamsvideo Yeah the only thing that I really want is better towing. This does the trick but I'm maxed out on it. Unless I really have a good reason to upgrade, I won't bother.
you could have bought a tundra even just a little better and replaced it up until 2020 for about 40k but now they are way more expensive so i would say you missed the boat money wise
With your mileage, you wouldnt really benefit from an electric truck. Time itself alone will degrade the battery not to mention weather conditions. By the point the point your at now with your tundra and that mileage. You would've already been looking for a new electric truck with your battery dying out. The new tundras aint nothing to write home about neither.
@@speedcircuit the master toyota mechanic with his chanel Car Care Nut says that this engine has not only a great design but also was executed with great materials and machining. There are also 2 hot shot delivery drivers in the USA who towed a ton and they got 1 million miles on their engines without any rebuilds. Just battery alternator and one guy had new transmission at 800k miles. The 4.7 engine was the flag ship engine even in the Land Cruiser toyota truck which tells you a ton. This engine was certified to be used in planes. It is very smooth. It only produces 3/4 of the power of the 5.7 so it might not be ideal for people towing over 9000lb in mountains, the 5.7 would be better for loads over 9k lb not only because of the 400hp but also because the 5.7 was always mated with the larger transmision the AB60 is a huge 6 speed transmission capable of towing 10k lb all day long every day for years if you change the fluid on it regularly it is a comercial transmission. The 4.7 is a quiet engine due to timing belt and well balanced design. Yes the timing belt will have to be changed on this engine every 100k km or miles if you want to push it. The 2UZ Fe engine is bullet proof if you maintain it and change oil every 5k miles. This engine is enough power for the average user of a tundra or Large SUV and it is more fuel efficient too. It did came with smaller transmissions but excellent ones as long as you are not towing 9k plus pounds and if you change fluid every 30k miles those transmissions can tow camper for 20 years
@@speedcircuit the whole family of 1UZ 2UZ and 3UZ engines were legendary engines. The 4.7 2UZ fe engine was designed excellently for trucks needing more torque. It has a cast iron block very strong block that can be rebuild bored out larger with normal cost. Cast iron was always better for engines they only went to aluminum for more economy and lighter vehicles. Almost all the comercial engines in trucks and heavy duty machines are iron blocks. The 5.7 is a great engine but the 4.7 is a legendary engine if you find a well maintained engine. Of course most people do not change oil in engines properly and do not maintain engines wells so buy a good one
I know this was posted two years ago: however, it is nice to finally hear some honesty about how these trucks handle heavy tow loads. No one I have viewed so far has said much about how it downshifts and works to keep up when on a hill with a heavy tow behind it. Thanks for the information.
In February of this year I bought a 2008 double cab, was pretty hesitant because it had 146K on it but I now understand these things are meant to go the distance. No regrets.
I'm looking at getting a 2010 Crewmax, 5.7 l with 183,000 miles on it today.
I want one
Lol 146k is not even broken in for a Yota especially a 2nd gen Tundra. These are million mile trucks.
I’m the same way going to get a 2010 tundra crewmax 4x4 118k miles this week but they last I have a 2000 Toyota 4Runner with 226k miles never let me down only thing was the driveshaft because the ujoints broke got it with 207k miles 2 years ago.
my 2008 has over 205k
You have a rare Tundra. I’ve never seen a Tundra with a regular cab and a long bed. Looks great.
Thanks! Yes it was a hard to find combination.
I also own a longbed single cab.2015.
Very rare. I've seen one in my area. This is the second one I've ever seen
I too own a 2017 black sr5 8ft bed 4x4. I sell restaurant equipment and needed a reliable truck to go the distance. I Deliver restaurant equipment all over Eastern Kentucky Appalachia. I had a ram and it couldn’t handle it. My boss had 2 tundra work trucks with over 500,000 miles on em and still going so I said hell I find one of those then. Not an easy find I’ll tell ya. I found one alright but it was in Nova Scotia and they shipped it to Georgia for me. No rust believe it or not. 78,000 miles on it and it kicks ass. I get a lot of old heads telling me it’s a rare bird.
I have a 2008 Tundra double cab I bought brand new. 135000 k. Love it. No problems other than my radio doesn’t work right.
That was really nice look tundra with rare single cab configuration. I can tell you keep the inside and outside really clean. Good work man!
I've got a 2008 5.7L blue single cab...only 30k miles......it's a f..king HOT ROD!!
@@russbyrd1808 how was it just at 30K miles?😲
2012 CrewMax 4x4 with the 5.7 V8. Thirsty, but just as stupid reliable as my previous 2011 Toyota Camry 2.5 SE. Best vehicle I’ve ever had. Toyota all the way.
I too have a Salsa Red 2010 Tundra but it has a 4,6L V8 engine with roughly 240K miles on it. It still runs well with a few minor maintenance issues.
What issues? How is your fuel economy?
thinking of picking one up with 63,000 miles same 4.6
What’s the payload on that truck of yours!
@@Kevincheesepizza as much as you can fill it
@@speedcircuit. Perfect answer. 👍🏼
Nice truck, I'm going to look at one in a few days because I do deliveries for Home Depot and I'm wanting to get a 8-foot box and the extra room behind the seats is enough for me
@@drivewaygarage1561 they're the best!
You’re definitely right about the throttle response. I have this issue with my 07 5.7L and it’s annoying for sure. Some days it just take off without any delays and other days no response and then jumps.
Same here and I have a 2010 Tundra 5.7. But putting on a Pedal Commander solves that problem instantly.
I had the same problem on my camry untill i changed the Mass airflow sensor
@@markgrubbs5163 did you have any codes? It’s so tricky to figure out w/o a CEL.
Toyota..those vehicles never die..love my 08
Which motor does it have ?
I have a 2019 TRD Limited. 109k miles and its drives great. A little popping noise when I go over an uneven surface going slow from the skid plate but I’ll get that tightened up next service. Thank you for the comprehensive review!
Tomorrow im going to buy my firts used 2008 Tundra 2wd with 97k miles, im so excited to Get, and give all the mantenimiento and enjoy this durable truck thanks for your comments
Might be your last truck you ever buy. Congrats on being a higher thinking person. I haven't had a truck payment since 2013. They just don't die. And trust me . I'm brutal on my vehicles. But I do the maintenance. Good luck 👍
Thanks for the video, I'm going to look at a 2009 double cab SR5 with 74k tomorrow.
You get it?
Great overview. The one mod I would have to make would be to get a bigger gas tank. My 2018 has the upgraded 38 gallon tank, which is far better than the 26 gallon tank I had in my 2007 Sequoia. Looking forward to more videos.
That must really come in handy for towing long distances.
Gotta say the small fuel tank is the only thing I don't like about my 2011. Why Toyota made a larger, heavier truck with a bigger more powerful engine, and then put a smaller fuel tank in compared to the first gen trucks is beyond me.
I have one myself (2013 5.7l trd off-road single cab); will not ever give it up. At least not of my own free will.
I would strongly suggest a pair of Morimoto LED headlights. Totally updates the look of the truck.
Where did you order them?
Edit: $1125 is a hard sell for me.
@@speedcircuit I just bought a set. Black friday they are 900. Not cheap but its the best time to buy.
@theonlyone83 yes I have them on my 13. Look amazing and updated
My experience with my 2010 with 220,000 on it is, I'd buy again and again and again!!!!
I'm thinking of buying one with 201,000. They want 11,900
OK let me give you an old flatbed driver tip. Lumber, any lumber will walk. Yep, even the full stack bound with TIGHT metal straps from the factory. The tip is this, elevate the open end (rear) using a section of 4x4. Place it inside the bed, not on the tailgate. Then strap it as tight as you can get it. #1 and #2 lumber is slick. Generally, the center of the stack will come out before the rest. Also, you can "choke" boards, cinching them together in a bundle if they are loose. But if you don't elevate the stack it will walk. Damn good video thanks for posting it.
I have a 2008 tundra limited and I love it. Awesome truck.
I’d take that 5.7 V8 over their new TT V6 any day!!! Although I am in awe with the performance of the Iforce Max hybrid system. I just love their old school Iforce V8. My dad’s 4.7 V8 in his ‘02 Tundra has over 200,000 miles on it!
200 is nothing. 300 is something. My infinity ex35 has 235k on it and drives perfectly
I'm looking to get an 2007 Tundra 4.7 L. Any regrets with that model?
Nope!! Good and reliable.
I have a 2008 5.7 tundra, just hit 260k. Its been solid.
Your Truck is Totally Awesome!
Thanks! It's one of the few vehicles I own that I don't need to stress over. I plan on start showing it some love in the next year or so in the form of some minor upgrades since it treats me well and I plan on keeping it.
Your truck is excellent and I hope you keep it.
Buying a 2010 5.7 v8 with 62,000 miles on it. Very excited
Left the dealership with it today and very impressed
Still running strong
I’m doing the same thing with my house, Appreciate the review!
Awesome video dude. I have a 2019 TRD PRO and there’s something about an old Toyota truck that just drives me insane. Keep it you’ll regret getting rid of this bullet proof set up. And 70k miles you haven’t even broken this in yet. Looks mint man 🤙🏻
Thanks! My only hesitation about keeping it long term is the tow capacity. It works, but I may eventually need a 3/4 ton truck.
@@speedcircuit once you step out of a Toyota reliability is out the window and for me that’s where I draw the line. Unless you’re doing hardcore towing then diesel is your best bet which I’m sure you’re aware. Hey if you sell at least you’ll get most of your money back, something else Toyota offers
@@briand.5321 Yeah, my options are either to get a lighter trailer or a heavier truck. Or both. I wish Toyota offered a bigger truck, but that doesn't seem like it's in the cards. I may have to move to another brand next time around, but I really don't want to.
I too have a 2019 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro and have had zero issues. I had a Ford F150 and nothing but problems.
@@andrewschutte what year was the f150?
Keep the Tundra yours is barley broken in you can get another 400k miles on this thing. I have a 2012 double cab Tundra with 187k miles water pump was the only thing I’ve had to replace.
I've got 493k original power train. This things are tanks.
Just went on a vacation to winter park colorado. Snow, ice and mountain driving was easy with my 2010 sr5 4×4 . It was thirsty though!
Awesome deal with the air bags. I'm doing the same thing. I also use a equalization bar and sway control. I pull a 28' all aluminum toy hauler with a 2200 lb can am. Im in around 9000lb fully loaded. I live in and haul this rig in the southwest and Colorado. For an 08 thats been paid off for all these years . You can't beat them. I'm in the same boat. The only issue I have with it. Is the small gas tank. That is a problem when your hauling heavy laods out west. But they do offer a 46 gallon tank. My next truck is going to be a 2018 tundra. 70 thousand for a new tundra. No thanks, remember what a truck for. To do a job! And the tundra does it well.
I've considered the larger tank. Any idea of cost for the OE unit?
I've also considered the sway control. How much of a difference did it make for you?
@@speedcircuit the way I look at the money I put in my 08 tundra. What ever it is. Has to be better then a truck payment. I didn't look into yet. I have another project I'm working on right now. But I do see me getting the 46 gallon tank . Too much open country out west . When your getting 10 miles a gallon with small tank dosen't cut it. I always need to keep an extra couple gas can to travel any kind of distance.
@@speedcircuit night and day. Honestly. When I push my capacity. It's a hole process I go through to get the rig set up. Starting with increasing my air pressure in my truck tires. I run 50 psi. Then the trailer tires . Then set my equalizer chain. 4 links works for my set up . Then I add air to the air bags. I add enough to bring back at the original driving height. That's it. The sway brake is something I get out of my truck to increase or decrease. Depending if I'm on the highway with some winds. I crank it down. But when I get off the interstate. I loosen it up. When it comes to shit that can fuck up in a hurry. I like the KISS method.
I have a 2019 and love it. We have the best half ton truck
love our 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.
Absolutely take that deal!
Thank you. I appreciate your help. Ill let you know how it works out.Its amazing how the 2Wd and the $WD look exactly the same . Are there any downsides to the 2WD that Im not taking into account. Years ago the 2wd Chevys sat much lower and the front end was a little mushy.
@@johnnyc5587 the suspension on my 4wd is pretty firm so even if 2wd was softer it will likely still be good. What are you driving now?
I sold my 2013 4Wd GMC Sierra. I only use the 4 WD on it once.
@@johnnyc5587 Why did you sell it? Did you have any issues with the truck?
Pedal Commander solves the throttle response instantly.
Yeah I'm aware but I don't care enough to get one.
You got me with the jellyfish launcher 🤣
Nice catch 🤣
It is a tool at the end of the day. And one of the best ever made. I suggest keep it, it will last forever. Who cares what you "think" you look like driving an older truck. My 10 sequoia is still going strong.
that throttle response is throughout alot of toyotas
It's atrocious.
And it's been good to us for some time now
If you’re going to Sonic to bring home drinks for the fam just nice to have the capability vs spilling them all over the truck in the cardboard drink holders.
@@naturegirl5681 never thought of that
I just bought a 2021 Tundra double cab in Cavalry Blue and sold my 2010, that I have had 5 years, for 2,000 more than I paid for it.
WOW! How many miles did you put on it over 5 years? Do you mind sharing the numbers?
@@speedcircuit About 21,000 and I bought it with 111,000
I have the 2010 SR5, crew cab, flex fuel…… just changed out my valve cover gaskets. I found oil in 4 spark plug wells, the gapping of the plugs were gapped twice as wide as it should be. I do about 98% of the maintenance now. The only thing I take it to the dealership for is Transmission oil change. Over the first couple of years I’ve changed out tires too early, something was wrong with the alignment, Toyota couldn’t fix it correctly, Firestone tried…. I figured I’d be buying tires every 2 years….but somehow I put in a 3” level kit, took it to a different dealership to align it…. Somehow that fixed the alignment issue of burning through tires in 2 years. I changed out a fuel tank because some squirrels chewed through a return line. My neighbor has a Raptor that is in the shop more than it’s in the driveway. Im going to ride it until the wheels fall off. I had that throttle problem and cleaned the throttle body, mass air flow, added a K&N air filter, then did the valve cover gaskets and spark plugs…. Throttle problem is gone. You have to change the spark plug well gaskets if you find oil on your plugs, that can give you misfire and throttle problems.
How many miles were on yours when you had the valve cover gasket / spark plug issues? I should consider doing them for preventative maintenance.
I really suggest not using a k&n reusable filter or any oiled filter for that matter. Only vehicle I've ever had MAF or throttle body issues was my old Tundra that had a K&N for 100k. It gunks up everything upstream and doesn't even filter well (tons of tests proving this)
I have an 06 Tundra double cab and brakes are horrible and it’s 4.7 V8. But still purring like a kitten at 300k. Love the looks and it can only tow 6000lbs. Gets 17mpg or 13 mpg towing.
Yes, I've replaced the brakes many times on this thing already. Towing just kills them.
My ex brother in law had trouble bleeding them. I’ve read blogs that say they’ve even taken it to Toyota and they charge them and still come out spongy. Not sure what to do. The front right wheel came off sheared the ball joint in half while I was towing my pontoon boat. Had to pay a wrecker to tow the truck and boat home. I still need to do the driver side. I sure don’t want that to happen again. I heard if it gets loose it will shear it into. Wish I had known that it needed to be done prior to this happening. I’m sure I’ll take it to Toyota to find out what else is needed. My ex did a lot of things to get it ready for the next 300k miles and I did get the list from Toyota. I guess this wasn’t on there or he decided it didn’t need to be done. Ugh
@@naturegirl5681 how many miles did it fail at?
@@speedcircuit 300k
2010 here and it has 239000 on the dash running strong
What have you had to replace?
Thank you for the video
LoL! Conveniently I have a 2019 Limited and it doesn't look enough different from yours for 99% of the population to notice. With your mileage I would definitely keep it. you've barely broken it in. Upgrade the headlights to LED's and get some black 5.7 emblems and no one could tell the difference between yours and a 2021. I would only upgrade if you wanted the four door and I would definitely get a used V8 over the TTV6.
Yeah I'm thinking of doing a few little updates to it soon. If so I'll make another video
Try pedal monster you will be able to fix that throttle response
11:00 Mazdaspeed protege in the back
A Regular Cabbbbbb.....
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I just Bought A Tundra 08 Crew Cab...180k I think I got good Deal...For her...I love the Truck and I am ready for the Haul..
Very good truck you have
mines a 08 and has over 205k miles runs great still
Considering I live close to Shore Toyota I know the exact road you had to pick that lumber up off of, does indeed sound like a nightmare.
Yeah, that was not a fun situation to say the least. Dumping lumber on any other non-toll road would have been more ideal.
I bought mine the same time , it has 250k on it now , still run and looks new
Wow, that's impressive. What have you needed to do to it besides oil/tires/brakes?
I own a 2010 RCSB TRD 5.7 4x4 with only 40k on it never selling it best truck ever.
Wow, that's less mileage than mine!
I have same 2010 truck and never knew about under console storage!
Pretty neat, right?
Should get that throttle position sensor issue fixed and also that weak braking you mentioned checked out, it shouldnt be like that at all, I got a 2018 crewmax and 10200 lbs of towing cap, 1440 payload, crewmax config kills tundra payload, your configuration got the full payload 2050 lbs or something like that.
It's not a TPS issue, it's just the way they're programmed. Every one I've driven has the same issue.
We replaced the rear pads and it improved, but trucks just can't stop like sports cars can.
Payload on my tundra is 1640. It tows 10k.
2018 Tundra 4WD with 47k miles... love everything!
(Well... 11 mpg is not loved... but we don't buy a Tundra for MPG's!)
Such a solid truck. No regrets.
I came across your UA-cam page. I have a Toyota Tundra SR5 2011. I brought my truck used. My question is: Did the Toyota Tundra SR5 2011 model package come with a backup camera? There was no navigation or parking assistance installed. I noticed you added your own backup camera. Can you provide the name, information, and link to the system you installed? Also, consider on your UA-cam channel sharing more information about the upgrades you have done for reviewers to purchase items. Where did you purchase your upgrades? Who did the installation? etc, etc, etc. What other grades are you planning on doing if you keep your truck? I forgot to mention, I am a first-time female truck owner/driver. I have no clue how to keep this older truck running great. I love Toyota brands. Most of my vehicles were Toyota and Lexus. I brought a 2016 Cadillac, which I was not happy with so I when back to Toyota. I got this older truck to tow a small RV travel trailer. While I have not found what I am looking for in a travel trailer. I have learned towing weight and payload are important. I see there're towing control knobs in my Tundra. I am reading the owner's manual to get a better understanding of how to operate them. Any information provided by you or your viewers is helpful. Thanks.
No, the backup camera was not standard. I installed an aftermarket head unit and a backup camera with it.
I purchased a Toyota Tundra 07-13 Pioneer NEX and BOYO Camera Package from Easy Way Electronics many years ago.
I did the installation myself, since I'm proficient in working on cars, although it's easy enough to DIY if you'd like.
My trailer has electronic brakes, so if you have electronic brakes on your trailer, you may need a brake controller in the truck like I have.
I got a used camera off eBay, and a rear view mirror screen, it turns on when you put it in reverse. It was plug and play for me….the tailgate camera handle, plugs right into a wire that’s in the rear bumper. On eBay I just typed in Toyota tundra tailgate handle camera.
Have a 2013 trd single cab 6.5' bed, with the 5.7 and supercharger. pass anything while hauling but a gas station.
Main reason I never supercharged mine
@@speedcircuit Brother you are missing out, still gets ~11 mpg fully loaded at ~75 mph on the highway. Yes these trucks are gas hogs, but imo it's a small price to pay for the performance you get, supercharger bumps you to ~500hp/550tq.
@@rfdsdf1Yeah, I did think about it at a point, but it's not really worth it for me. I have fast cars, and honestly even stock my truck is faster than it has business being. The way I look at is that it would cost me thousands, plus install time, extra maintenance, more fuel, etc.
If it was my only vehicle I would 100% do it, but the time, money, and effort is better used in another vehicle.
Hi there where did you get your Air Bags from ???
My Tundra has long-range recon tank of 38 gal.
You need a 3/4 ton unit due to towing constraints. 1/2 ton is working too hard to tow 9 or 10k...
@@rj-me3fh agreed
THERE'S A MAZDASPEED PROTEGE IN THE BACKGROUND! 10:40
Good eye!
Purchasing a 2010 tundra limited 5.7 4x4 with 200k miles on it what can I look for or change now
Well the first thing is to ensure that the maintenance has been kept up on
@@speedcircuit the carfax looks real good always did maintenance at the same Toyota dealership one owner I dk how they kept it super clean for being a 2010
@@NikeChecksHtx the only thing you might need would be an updated head unit
The throttle issue still persists in the 3rd gen tundras smh. Toyota’s drive by wire is no good.
@@Mayan-_ and it would be so easy for them to fix
Bought my 2012 5.7 a year ago. Timing chains/tensioner(s) went bad. $3800 repair. But now is OK. NO rust NO accident dealer serviced. Not New England car. Local car. Not auctioned around the country. I will keep. Better the devil you know, than the devil you dont know.
How many miles?
You shouldn’t be doing 70-80 miles an hour towing 10 K pounds ! Yikes 😳
Thank you
I have a 2010
@18:00. If you are towing close to the limit of 10,000 pounds you should not be in your OD sixth gear. Your owners manual will thank you.
Will tow mode keep me out of 6th?
@@speedcircuit No, TH just changes the shift points.
I did just find this in the TOWING section of an online Toyota Manual PDF. This is for the second gen Tundra with the 5.7 engine and 6-speed automatic transmission:
● To maintain engine braking efficiency and charging system performance when using engine braking, do not use the transmission in
D.
Transmission shift range position must be in 4 in the S mode.
● Depress TOW/HAUL button (if equipped).
Use TOW/HAUL mode when pulling a trailer or hauling a heavy load.
TOW/HAUL switch (vehicles with towing package)
$26,900? That's a great price 👍
Yeah since it was a leftover I made out like a bandit. It's almost worth that much now 12 years later.
@@speedcircuit lol I'm in the market for a full size truck myself. In my area(southcoast mass) these are actually one of the lower priced trucks. I see f150 of comparable year/miles going for 30k +. I've been driving a 96' camry for the past 2 years so the urge to upgrade is pretty bad lol I have no idea what I'm doing to be honest 😅
@@johnmedeiros8553 best I can do is 26,8 🤣
@@speedcircuit 🤣 you're awesome dude 🤘
These engines last forever but you live in Jersey I hope you fluid filmed it.
How many miles is the truck ?
Last week my alternator gave out on me. :(
Is it the factory alternator
@@NikeChecksHtx it was, but I replaced it with a duralast
What headunit for apply CarPlay do you have?
It's in the video. The 4100nex
I'm looking into a 2010 with 256k miles though....
Get a carfax and have a shop inspect it.
Oh my lord! 💤 💤 I had to leave at 7 min mark. Couldn't take it any longer
Hackensack ?? Lol
Fellow jersey man
Yo!
@@speedcircuit sup yoo
Try some lucas fuel injector cleaner my gm 5.0 with 294000 miles normally gets 13 city with it i can get like 15 16
I think the problem is my heavy foot
I hate to tell you this my friend, but at 73,000 miles you just broke that thing in. You look like you take care of your things so you got 400,000 plus miles left to go before it start to cost more then just routine maintenance. That truck will out last any new truck you go out and buy now. With all the issues the automakers are having save yourself the headaches and keep it. Good luck and God bless.
Noted!
They're not issues. They are designed to fail. They want parts which make the vehicles obsolete like fancy computer chips which control the engine. And they deliberately stop production of those chips which after 10 years makes the vehicles unfixable....by design.
Trust Toyota over these other lemons with their fancy engines and turbos which get you an extra 3 mpg...and explode after 200k
That truck is barely broken in.
Let me know if you want to sell it. I'm looking for an 8' tundra w low miles. I move furniture and large items. Been in my 04 tacoma for 19 years...302K miles it time to upgrade to full size. Both for my 6'3" frame and for business.
The problem with selling it is that in order to get a significantly better truck at this point I would have to spend $80K, and I just don't care enough about a truck to spend $80K.
@@speedcircuit I know. I hate the idea of a payment. Haven't had one in a long time. Let alone the price of new trucks is insane. You should just keep it forever. I just keep fixing my Tacoma as it goes, mostly minor stuff and general wear and tear. I should get another 100K miles at least. 5 more years. I'm sick of the tiny seat which destroys my back and I need a bigger bed. You could prob get 400-500K on your tundra. Last you another 20 years. Especially since you barely drive it. Why buy a new expensive truck.
@@ianscreamsvideo Yeah the only thing that I really want is better towing. This does the trick but I'm maxed out on it. Unless I really have a good reason to upgrade, I won't bother.
EV crap can’t tow worth a damn, they are for people that don’t really need a truck. Look at a video Hoovie Garage did on on the Ford Lightning towing.
$500 doc fee? Thats robbery. I would have had them cut that price and take it off the price of the truck!
I tried
Toyota you Suck for that V6 Swap....on 2023 Tundra...But thank you for letting the 08 and up Fit a 2014 Front End😂😂😂and newer...So I forgive you..😂😂😂
I think the problem with your lumber is that you’re from NJ. People from NJ will ALWAYS find something to complain about.
So based on your post I'm guessing you're from New Jersey?
you could have bought a tundra even just a little better and replaced it up until 2020 for about 40k but now they are way more expensive so i would say you missed the boat money wise
Yes at more than twice the value of the one I own. Wasn't worth the difference in cost.
Never get rid of that truck.
Yeah it's hard to justify replacing anytime soon.
@@speedcircuit i have a 2012 4.6. Its a northeast beater but still turns heads at 147k
With your mileage, you wouldnt really benefit from an electric truck. Time itself alone will degrade the battery not to mention weather conditions. By the point the point your at now with your tundra and that mileage. You would've already been looking for a new electric truck with your battery dying out. The new tundras aint nothing to write home about neither.
Yup, there isn't a truck out today that I'd be excited to own
Less repairs over time with Tundra. Other trucks thousands in repairs.
Wanna sell it?
Nope! Because then I would have to spend $75K+ to get something significantly better.
Install a big fuel tank and you're golden
I've definitely considered it
Dude ...
No Full-Size averages 20 MPG 🤣
4.7 engine is the best one. Better than 5.7
What makes you say that?
@@speedcircuit the master toyota mechanic with his chanel Car Care Nut says that this engine has not only a great design but also was executed with great materials and machining. There are also 2 hot shot delivery drivers in the USA who towed a ton and they got 1 million miles on their engines without any rebuilds. Just battery alternator and one guy had new transmission at 800k miles. The 4.7 engine was the flag ship engine even in the Land Cruiser toyota truck which tells you a ton. This engine was certified to be used in planes. It is very smooth. It only produces 3/4 of the power of the 5.7 so it might not be ideal for people towing over 9000lb in mountains, the 5.7 would be better for loads over 9k lb not only because of the 400hp but also because the 5.7 was always mated with the larger transmision the AB60 is a huge 6 speed transmission capable of towing 10k lb all day long every day for years if you change the fluid on it regularly it is a comercial transmission. The 4.7 is a quiet engine due to timing belt and well balanced design. Yes the timing belt will have to be changed on this engine every 100k km or miles if you want to push it. The 2UZ Fe engine is bullet proof if you maintain it and change oil every 5k miles. This engine is enough power for the average user of a tundra or Large SUV and it is more fuel efficient too. It did came with smaller transmissions but excellent ones as long as you are not towing 9k plus pounds and if you change fluid every 30k miles those transmissions can tow camper for 20 years
@@speedcircuit the whole family of 1UZ 2UZ and 3UZ engines were legendary engines. The 4.7 2UZ fe engine was designed excellently for trucks needing more torque. It has a cast iron block very strong block that can be rebuild bored out larger with normal cost. Cast iron was always better for engines they only went to aluminum for more economy and lighter vehicles. Almost all the comercial engines in trucks and heavy duty machines are iron blocks. The 5.7 is a great engine but the 4.7 is a legendary engine if you find a well maintained engine. Of course most people do not change oil in engines properly and do not maintain engines wells so buy a good one
73,000 😂that’s new Toyota
Your the one that’s been launching jelly fish at me 😤
Bro you didn't use your turn signal! I had to retaliate 🤣
What side steps are those ?
@@nxtgen2b416 OEM
@speedcircuit thank you
@speedcircuit you still have the truck?
@nxtgen2b416 yes