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Are all Tundras weak?

Discussion in 'Tundras' started by TacoSupremeo, Aug 15, 2018.

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  1. Aug 15, 2018 at 2:08 PM
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    Let me start by saying i mean no offense to happy tundra owners. As a matter of fact, if you fit that description, you may want to ignore the rest of this post.

    I just got back from a work trip to Montana. My rental was a new (2018) Tundra 4x4 double cab with a 4.Something V8. I hated this truck as much as i love my taco! Seemed very underpowered, ergonomics/interior seemed cheap and chinsey. Body (door specifically) seemed thin and flimsey.

    I was not very impressed. Not that toyota was trying to impress me, just offering my $0.02. And Curious if this is typical for these?
     
    TacoSupremeo, Aug 15, 2018
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  2. Aug 15, 2018 at 2:12 PM
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    ...too much shit to list.
    The 4.6 is pathetic compared to the 5.7 and I would agree that the 1UR-FE underpowered for a full size truck.

    But get one with the 5.7 (3UR-FE) and add the supercharger...hold onto your ass. 200 more ponies than the 4.6

    [​IMG]
     
    jberry813, Aug 15, 2018
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  3. Aug 15, 2018 at 2:14 PM
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    The 4.6L belongs in the Tacoma!!!

    You hear me, Mike?!?
     
    TireFire, Aug 15, 2018
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  4. Aug 15, 2018 at 2:16 PM
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    He's too busy thinking about adding that "high strength steel" to the Tacoma's.
     
    12TRDTacoma, Aug 15, 2018
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  5. Aug 15, 2018 at 2:16 PM
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    That makes sense guys.
     
    TacoSupremeo, Aug 15, 2018
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  6. Aug 15, 2018 at 2:18 PM
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    The first gens with the v8 are pretty quick. You figure, they are probably a little lighter than a 3rd gen Tacoma, but with an upgraded engine. And they are beautiful might I add. :rolleyes:
     
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  7. Aug 18, 2018 at 7:11 AM
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    Little bit of this and a little bit of that but stock af.
    What’s the best year tundra to get? Or is it better to wait for a refresh? Asking for a friend:anonymous:.
     
    Toki, Aug 18, 2018
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  8. Aug 18, 2018 at 7:13 AM
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    At this point I must insist that you drive a 5.7 Tundra. It will change your opinion quickly.
     
    KB Voodoo, Aug 18, 2018
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  9. Aug 18, 2018 at 7:14 AM
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    Talked to a guy the other day who had a Tundy Pro and he said he wanted the super charger he was like it's only got like 385 HP. Damn 385 HP will pretty much surpass most 60s and 70s muscle cars.
     
    FFBlack, Aug 18, 2018
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  10. Aug 18, 2018 at 7:21 AM
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    I would sell my truck today for a 4.6 Tacoma installed from the factory
     
    AustinPizzini, Aug 18, 2018
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  11. Aug 18, 2018 at 7:27 AM
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    What a great thread title...:stirthepot: :crapstorm:
     
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  12. Aug 19, 2018 at 4:58 AM
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    Heck yeah, I'm trading my 03.taco in on one after work Monday. I can't wait.
     
    because_wumbo-truck, Aug 19, 2018
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  13. Aug 19, 2018 at 5:00 AM
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    04-06 have the best power to weight ratio if you get a single cab or access cab
     
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    I will look for one next time i get a rental.
     
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  15. Aug 19, 2018 at 2:48 PM
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    I have a third gen Tacoma but have been looking at the first gen 05-06 Tundras with the 4.7 lately

    It's basically a midsize but got an upgraded V8 with much better engine sound and good prices for low mileage(13-15k for a double cab 4wd 50-60k miles)

    Had I known this, I might have heavily considered one lol
     
    Crimson Flam3s, Aug 19, 2018
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  16. Sep 24, 2018 at 8:56 AM
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    The only thing I'm not wild about with my 4.7L 2006 model is the gas mileage. There is pretty much no chance of hitting 20MPG unless I'm coasting downhill.

    For whatever reason, it never got much love from the off-road tuning community, at least not like the J80's inline-6.
     
    Pollymath, Sep 24, 2018
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  17. Sep 24, 2018 at 8:59 AM
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    The 4.6 V8 would be great in the Tacoma, but it is just too small for the Tundra. The 5.7 V8 is what you want for a full-size Toyota.
     
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  18. Sep 24, 2018 at 9:06 AM
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    cause the new tundra is a heavy bitch. 5.7 or bust with those trucks
     
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  19. Sep 24, 2018 at 9:07 AM
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  20. Oct 19, 2018 at 5:57 AM
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    I've not driven they non 5.7 but in the 2014+ the transmission and throttle mapping is less aggressive than previous gens. I can see that in combo with the smaller engine making it feel weak. You can turn on tow mode to liven it back up.
     
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