What have you done to your 2.5 gen Tundra today?

In some parts of the country yes, similar to cats. Not all tailgates lock with the doors and it only takes 15 seconds to remove one. Since the Tundra is parked outside for $3 I can turn that 15 seconds into 3 minutes.

https://www.tundras.com/threads/prevent-tailgate-from-getting-stolen.136710/#post-3460872

 

The Kenwood I had in my 2013 had wireless and I now have an AA Wireless with the Stock HU in my 2021. Can't argue the convenience of wireless AA/Car Play, but honestly I still find that I'm plugging in to a charging port most of the time any way.

 

https://cplay2air.com/

 

now I set my phone on the wireless armrest charger.

 

Thanks for link! I assume you just plug it into the USB in front center console and just let it sit there? Sorry for all of the questions, I appreciate you help!

 

yup.

some tuck it...It just sits out on mine.

only weird thing is - the bluetooth name is "Volkswagen" - which is I guess a similar setup.

before you install - delete your present Tundra bluetooth connection....then plug in the new doo-dad.

it will make it easier.

 

Damn, it says its only for 2016 to 2022 Toyos.

 

I installed a pop lock or tailgate lock on mine. So I should be good.

 

If you have an aftermarket head unit, it will play nice with that...if needed...our "gen 1" 2.5 gens missed out on all the cool stuff!

 

It will only work on vehicles that already have wired CarPlay

it doesn’t add CarPlay to the radio, it only lets it connect wirelessly.

 

Indeed! Its probably burried in here somewhere, but can you swap a 2016+ oem head unit into our "gen 1" 2.5 gens? Probably not, huh, or else you would have mentioned it.

 

That won’t do you any good. As was already said, the HU has to have CarPlay/Android Auto available, and the dongles just add wireless capabilities to it. CP/AA wasn’t an OEM option in the Tundra until 2020, and those stereos are not a direct swap to older models (requires an expensive harness). Your best bet is going to an aftermarket head unit.

 

#killjoy

 

Finally got my dual-relay setup installed, powering my two Hella Black Magic flush mount lights when the cab switch is activated, and the highbeams are on. Also installed the All-Lights thing to leave my fogs running with the highs as well.

 

New brakes front and rear. Pretty noticeable difference after doing a proper breakin.

 

Parts gathering continues. Hopefully here soon I’ll finally throw the big brake kit on.

In other news I’ve been working with a company to develop an exhaust system for the tundras. Why not can’t have too many options. Getting the system installed Friday. Some features include high flow cats/ cat delete, additional bungs for sensors, mandrel bent, x pipe, full stainless, high clearance etc more to come on this front.

 

https://carabc.cn/products/toyota-wireless-carplay-android-auto

This one can add CarPlay to a non car play system. Someone else on this forum had this installed and said it worked well. It’s on my list of things to get.

 

One of the best tools I ever bought.

 

Gunna have captains call or whatever people call it?

 

Say what lol?

 

For when you really wanna flex/get rowdy lol

Can choose to have the exhaust go through the muffler or dumped before. Popular in the boat world

 

Told you is gonna work nice Is worth the $95 or so, can't remember how much I paid

And make sure to do the upgrade to the latest firmware. Is on the box, the instructions.

 

I owe you one

it went in like buttah

 

Me like buttah LOL. And make sure to do the upgrade to the latest firmware. Is on the box, the instructions.

 

Oh the old racer dump lol

 

Siked to use it

 

I installed the fake TRD skid plate on my 2018 4x4 that I bought off Ebay.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/3256946637...md3CDIsQaq&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

 

I'm loving the fact that the plate no longer has to be removed to access the oil filter.

 

^^100% STOKED FOR THAT!!!

 

must be nice lol