TRD exhaust install

I installed the TRD exhaust yesterday.
Raised the truck and put it on jack stands; dropped the spare to make room, and took the bolts off where the catback portion connects to the main exhaust.
I then used a little silicon lube and some spread jaw pliers to pop the rubber hangers;
I did the ends first and left it hanging by the middle ones, and then dropped the exhaust on to my chest and out from under the truck.
Reverse the procedure for the install; done in about 40 minutes.

My truck had 3,000 miles on it, my guys at the local toyota service department said I wouldn't need to replace the sealing donut and they were right, it went together fine without it.

The TRD system muffler is smaller than the stock one, but, the stock system seemed lighter than the TRD system.

It has nice tone, and though it seems a little loud in the 1500 rpm range now, I've heard it mellows and deepens over time.

 

And how is it now? has that happened over time yet? I am debating getting that. I don't want a loud droning system.

 

I have about 1500 miles on mine and there is no drone just beautiful tone at highway it's not even noticeable

 

I just installed mine yesterday; and I don't put many miles on the Taco as I daily drive a Scion Xb.
So; it may be a while before mine "mellows."

 

I'm installing today. Can't wait! Thanks for the tips

 

Hope it helps; have fun!

 

Correct.

 

Trd exhaust weight is heavier than stock?

 

Do I need to jack up the truck or can I do it without lifting or raising truck

 

I installed mine without a jack. My truck is lifted tho.

 

I ended up using ramps. $40 bucks at tractor supply. Good investment!

I am completed! Here are pics to help you guys who want some photos.



















It sounds so much better!

Now I'm going to a test drive!
Keep you all posted...

Marc