What Have You Done To Your 3rd Gen Today?

Not today, but paid it off last week.

 

I *think* the lug nuts for all the oem wheels are the same, but don't quote me on that. Haven't looked into it, so I'm certainly not the expert.

I only mentioned that warning about retaining oem lug nuts (for the spare) when running aftermarket wheels 'cause that's what so many of us do (buy 4 aftermarket wheels and count on the oem spare). I'm going to have to take a look at my own.

 

What enhanced suspension do you have? I installed the RMAS system in order to improve towing capability.


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NICE... Bone stock. I had considered that, but enough folks swear the stock suspension, with a W/D hitch or sway control was more than adequate - I have to agree, it is. Does the RMAS affect daily driving? Can you really feel a harsher ride without a load on it?

 

Finally

 

NICE... Bone stock. I had considered that, but enough folks swear the stock suspension, with a W/D hitch or sway control was more than adequate - I have to agree, it is. Does the RMAS affect daily driving? Can you really feel a harsher ride without a load on it?[/QUOTE]
IMO, the truck feels more stable overall and I don't think the ride is any harsher when empty. I got a reasonable lift in the back which allowed the ball to be much closer to the trailer hitch when backing up. When towing they really shine with improved load capacity and considerably less sag. They are adjustable as well. For those who carry a topper full time you can pre-load the springs a bit more than the default recommended setting.

 

Installed the TRD Pro Grille + Garnish from thetacogarage. So easy, most time consuming part is probably positioning the TSS sensor correctly. Other than that, installation was a breeze.



Drove close to 80 miles today and no TSS errors!

 

New HS Bilstein 5100 Kit (HS16BK-1) - OME 888 coils with 3 Leaf AAL, method 315's 17x8.5 and 285/70r17 Falken WildPeak AT3W

 

I use these over the stock lug nuts and they actually look good!

$25 ColorLugs Vinyl Lug Nut Cover | Black | Flexible Fit Wheel Lug Nut Cap | Fits 17 mm | Pack of 20 | Includes Deluxe Extractor | Made in The USA

https://www.amazon.com/ColorLugs-Fl...coding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=ZA080HK5649Q7YJ7N130

 

you’re not going to believe me lol. Placed an order for bare steel sliders with kick outs through @Truck Brigade on 5/25. They shipped on 6/3 and arrived at my door on 6/7. I was shocked.

 

I just watch his paint repair stuff. But you got me curious and might have to look at his bed light video. Haha

 

You think you could snap a pic? You got me interested now! Always wanted black lugs, but the price and functionality doesn’t equate well. These seem like a good compromise

 

Washed the truck as well as engine bay.
17 with 42k miles and still looks like new.



Edit: in case anyone is interested, this is what I used to clean engine bay. It cleans nice and also doesn’t leave shiny/greasy surfaces.

 

Vinyl decals from @rrentrop. They’re a perfect fit.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Premium-Vinyl-Decals-for-TRD-SEMA-Wheel-Center-Cap/182436599083

 

does it “fold” all the way up...

 

Here you go.

 

Much appreciated for taking the time. These are cool.

 

this look right?

 

Bilstein 5100’s all around (1.5” in the front and Air bags rear w stock leafs for now) and a test drive. Really good upgrade over stock.

 

I looked into it for the screen but the material was fairly expensive. For the instrument cluster a proper installation would require disassembly of the cluster to take the clear panel off to cleanly apply it. I didn’t want to go there with my customers. Too much liability.