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Black OEM locking lug nuts from my 2020 Tacoma. $25

 

Scangauge II that has been updated to the most recent firmware and has had the codes added for transmission temps and TPMS readings (1&2). Will work with most any ODBII compliant vehicle. $100

 

CVT Mt. Shasta Ruggedized RTT for sale.

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The bad:
Could use a new cover; needs a new ladder (usable but not ideal); needs a small front screen repair. I have been using it with all of these issues for a while now and I've been fine. Additionally, the mounting holes for the mounting rails were damaged. I solved that issue with some cartoonishly-oversized washers. Again, usable.

The good:

Feels like a private little abode. Very roomy. Extension acts like its own awning. Configurable for cold, warm, and hot weather. Roof windows to gaze at the stars. Gets a lot of attention if you want to meet people. Support from CVT. Great for traveling, camping, festivals of all types, and visiting in-laws. Comes with outdoor shoe bag.

I've had so many good trips and memories with this tent, but given traveling habits I want to try a new setup.

 

@corgimas

 

When you say “transmission temps” is that strictly for 3rd gens or would that also include 1st gens?

 

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Depends on what can be read off the truck, https://www.scangauge.com/support/x-gauge-commands/toyota-lexus-scion/
https://www.scangauge.com/products/scangauge-ii/
https://www.scangauge.com/support/compatibility/obdii-compatibility/
https://www.scangauge.com/support/user-manuals/#download_tabs|1

 

Someone can correct me if I am wrong but...

Fairly confident from my research years ago that 1st gens don't have the same trans sensor on the autos as the 2nd and 3rd gens that scan gauge is able to tap into. I recall a thread on installing an inline sensor and gauge for 1st gens.

Manual trans does not have a temp sensor regardless of generation. I did a drain plug sensor and analog gauge on my 2nd gen manual.

 

Sorry, I’m not sure. What year is your truck and I’ll take a look.

The Scangauge site breaks Toyota down into 1996-2002 (won’t work for transmission), 2003 -2007 (yes, if the vehicle uses CANSF and not ISO) and then 2008+.

 

I have the “X-Gauge” codes in my notes for you to program the scan gauge to read the auto trans temp in your 2004.

The temperature sensor is somewhere in the trans. The 2nd gen and newer also allows you to read the torque converter temp.

What I remember is that the later 1st gens have support with this X-Gauge, but before 2001 models is spotty on people that have it working.

Also, the 1st gen Tacoma never used CAN protocol, it was ISO 9141 with quite slow bandwidth.

 

Mine is a 2004

 

When you say slow bandwidth does that mean the data on display may not be accurate?

 

Really no need to keep an eye on transmission temps unless you're pulling a boat/RV or trailer with a heep on it.
If it's truly a concern, a temp gauge won't fix it, it just raises anxiety level. Get a secondary transmission cooler. I added one to the Tundra, because camper, and have never worried about it. Prolly didn't even need it, but it gave peace of mind.

 

Self-induced anxiety is my MO

 

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FRAM Ultra Synthetic Automotive Oil Filter for 1st gens (spin on boy). Got a deal on a bunch of OEM filters so went back to them. Denver area

 

I knew someone who knows more would chime in. That thread im recalling must have been for those early 1st gens.

Totally agree. Ignorance is bliss. Worry about it when it blows up.

 

Not necessarily... The truck just doesn't provide as quick of updates on the screen as a newer vehicle. Also, if you were to use the UltraGauge on the 1st gen, which can display up to 7 or 8 parameters on the screen at one time, the data would be visually slow to update - this is more the issue. Since the Scangauge only displays 4 things max, I never saw an issue with it updating.
If I were you, I'd just save the $100, don't get a Scangauge, don't get an external transmission cooler, kjust let it blow up. Then do the manual swap.

But seriously, the Scangauge is nice to have because you can read/clear codes on the road if you need to as well as monitor engine temps and other things.

tl;dr: I recommend a "ScanGauge II" for a 1st gen and an UltraGauge for the 2nd/3rd gens.

 

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Bump. $40 for all 4.