2019 SR5...what am I capable of?

ryans4x4 · Mar 1, 2020

mitchellpsp[OP] said: ↑

Really? Has this been done by a forum member?
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a lot of people order complete differentials with lockers and install them. Pretty straight forward.

Thunder Fist said: ↑

Perspective I guess. That’s certainly ambitious for me lol.
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Basically just disassemble the rear axle and pull the 3rd out and install the new one and put it all back together.

Skidog1 · Mar 1, 2020

Just drive it...

wahoobie · Mar 2, 2020

You are capable of saving money, well done!
#SR5FTW

Speedfreak · Mar 2, 2020

mitchellpsp[OP] initial post: ↑

Hello Tacoma World!

I just bought my first Tacoma brand new off the lot. 2019 SR5 Quad Cab. I got some cool options, however, as you see the SR5 isnt exactly the higher trim level. I saved a good chunk of change by opting out of options...some of which are a little overpriced.

Ive got a few options, but I was curious as to how many upper trim level options are possible to install on a "lower trim" level?

For example. I have a 2wd with no locker. How hard is it to install the Toyota locker? What would need to be done to make it seamless?

I have the head unit but it doesnt have GPS. Will simply getting a head unit with GPS also integrate into the dashboard display (i.e. will I be able to see the next turn on the little screen between the guages?). Is there an aftermarket unit that would do this? (Ive read that Entune is buggy).

How hard would it be to swap the stock manual seats with powered seats if I could find a donor?

Just a few examples of possibilites...what are some other factory options that are possible to put on an SR5 to get a taste of a higher trim level?

Thanks! And Im excited to join your forum!
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The sky is the limit when it comes to upgrading these trucks. There are lots of options just in the Tacoma parts bins. For GPS I would recommend an aftermarket unit. It won't interact with your dash cluster but if you get the right unit, the map updates are free for life. The factory head unit is not.

A rear locker will depend on how much you want to spend. There are options but it will depend on whether you have an auto truck or manual truck. If it's auto then diff locker options are cheap ( lunchbox locker ) to expensive ( air or elocker ) if you are manual then there are only 2 options, air or elocker.

All other options are yours to do and imagine. Pro grille, power seats, LED headlamps. Anything else you desire, just requires some electrical mod or mechanical mod and away you go.

mitchellpsp · Mar 2, 2020

Speedfreak said: ↑

The sky is the limit when it comes to upgrading these trucks. There are lots of options just in the Tacoma parts bins. For GPS I would recommend an aftermarket unit. It won't interact with your dash cluster but if you get the right unit, the map updates are free for life. The factory head unit is not.

A rear locker will depend on how much you want to spend. There are options but it will depend on whether you have an auto truck or manual truck. If it's auto then diff locker options are cheap ( lunchbox locker ) to expensive ( air or elocker ) if you are manual then there are only 2 options, air or elocker.

All other options are yours to do and imagine. Pro grille, power seats, LED headlamps. Anything else you desire, just requires some electrical mod or mechanical mod and away you go.
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Thanks! These little tidbits are exactly what I'm looking for. I really like the truck but I also want to be practical for my needs. I don't want to purchase something I'm not sure if I would ever really use.

I think my first modification will be a bed cover followed by a headlight upgrade.

Really appreciate all your advice!

rick carpenter · Mar 3, 2020

I was told by a Toyota tech that I can't add factory entune nav to my SR5, and that neither of the phone apps can connect. He suggested Scout, which I loaded and played with a little then deleted. I just use iphone Waze on a cupholder phone stalk and run Pandora through bluetooth to the head unit.

sandiegohasthebesttacos · Mar 3, 2020

rick carpenter said: ↑

I was told by a Toyota tech that I can't add factory entune nav to my SR5, and that neither of the phone apps can connect. He suggested Scout, which I loaded and played with a little then deleted. I just use iphone Waze on a cupholder phone stalk and run Pandora through bluetooth to the head unit.
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the tech is wrong

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jm9wbQCNY0A

Snowater · Mar 3, 2020

You bought a great truck, be happy with what you've purchased. Start with some things to make yours different from the rest. Tint, decals, AVS window visors, tires, lighting etc. What ever you like.

You live in Florida and may get by without a rear locker especially if you ride with a group/ make some off-roading friends, join a club, Facebook group.

Get some recovery gear
Air down tires
Tow strap
Traction mats (xbull on ebay $61 or so)
Shovel, long handled for when you're stuck deep
piece of plywood to put under your OEM bottle jack for sandy/offroad recovery

The list does go on, but this is a good start. Happy Tacoming

GreyBaldTaco · Mar 4, 2020

rick carpenter said: ↑

I was told by a Toyota tech that I can't add factory entune nav to my SR5, and that neither of the phone apps can connect. He suggested Scout, which I loaded and played with a little then deleted. I just use iphone Waze on a cupholder phone stalk and run Pandora through bluetooth to the head unit.
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Not surprising, but the tech is an idiot. I have an sr5 I installed the premium entune radio in. Works great.

Riotfunk · Mar 4, 2020

mitchellpsp[OP] initial post: ↑

Hello Tacoma World!

What would need to be done to make it seamless?

-Would go an air locker if needed. But with 2wd, I wouldn’t bother right away. I’d get better tires first, make a huge difference.

I have the head unit but it doesnt have GPS. Will simply getting a head unit with GPS also integrate into the dashboard display (i.e. will I be able to see the next turn on the little screen between the guages?). Is there an aftermarket unit that would do this? (Ive read that Entune is buggy).— I don’t think any aftermarket headUnit will use the center window in dash for nav. —-

Just buy an aftermarket head unit and it’ll give far better options than the poop entune. Swap your speakers for the Subaru ones and call it a day.( for a bit,)

How hard would it be to swap the stock manual seats with powered seats if I could find a donor?
— pricey and not worth it.

Thanks! And Im excited to join your forum!
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mallege · Mar 4, 2020

I still cannot believe that Toyota cheeped out by installing a fixed speed windshield wiper stalk in their base Tacoma Trucks. The first simple mod that I would make is to install the variable speed windshield wiper stalk.

mwaterous · Mar 4, 2020

I'm honestly asking, what do you need a locker in a 2wd for? I'm sure there's some situations where it may make the truck slightly more capable but ultimately I can't fathom those scenarios being worth the cost to upgrade.

Save your money for a supercharger.

uploadadventure · Mar 4, 2020

mwaterous said: ↑

I'm honestly asking, what do you need a locker in a 2wd for? I'm sure there's some situations where it may make the truck slightly more capable but ultimately I can't fathom those scenarios being worth the cost to upgrade.

Save your money for a supercharger.
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This ^
If you don’t have 4x4 why get a locker.
Get the @OVTune twin turbo set up. Gonna be around 4K for the small turbos.

donkeykong · Mar 4, 2020

as stated the sky is the limit, anything can be done with enough money, time and capability...even capability is optional if you got the money to pay someone else to do it. One of the best suggestions I have been told is to drive the truck for a good amount of time and figure out what you really wish was there, then figure out how to add that.

GOTSAND?18 · Mar 4, 2020

sr5 … light off roading dirt trail nothing crazy . u basically got a street truck .As far as options I would just make it look good for the street .Upgrading it to make it off road cable would be way to expensive . Best option would be to trade it on a trd Or version u get more bang for your dollar .

rick carpenter · Mar 4, 2020

Regarding a not-upgradeable entune system...

sandiegohasthebesttacos said: ↑

the tech is wrong
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GreyBaldTaco said: ↑

Not surprising, but the tech is an idiot. I have an sr5 I installed the premium entune radio in. Works great.
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OP... uh, hmmm... listen to these guys, not me.

EZE · Mar 4, 2020

Get a new head unit with Apple Car Play/Android Auto. Pioneer makes nice units. Being able to use Google Maps, Waze, Gaia, Pandora, Google Play etc. plus hands free for the phone is a game changer for the $.

Panchovilla6192002 · Mar 4, 2020

I hardly ever use entune nav. I always find myself using the phone nav.

mitchellpsp · May 24, 2020

GreyBaldTaco said: ↑

Not surprising, but the tech is an idiot. I have an sr5 I installed the premium entune radio in. Works great.
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Did it integrate with your gauge display?

GreyBaldTaco · May 25, 2020

mitchellpsp[OP] said: ↑

Did it integrate with your gauge display?
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Yes it did. I get the compass now and GPS directions.

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