Tundra CrewMax

[Gallowbraid]

Finally got in touch with SwitchPros directly. Need a sanity check on what they told me.



So, I have the blue wire tapped into A/C fuse under the dash. Based on what they've said above, that does not provide sufficient power. Ideas on where to move it? I do not have a 12v outlet on my dash.

When you say A/C is the fuse labeled "A/C IG" or something similar? If so I'd move it to another location as that's the fuse for electrical components related to the air conditioning system. Information on the web is a little scarce but I think your underdash fuse panel is organized like this:

If you have a multimeter you can probe for a fuse position that only receives power when the key is in the ACC position. If you don't have a meter I'd try one of the following:

15A CIG (1st position, right column)
7.5 ACC (3rd position, right column)
7.5 PANEL (4th position, right column)
15A PWR OUTLET (10th position, left column)

I'd probably start with the 7.5A ACC position...I'm assuming, based on other Toyota vehicles, that this is the fuse for all the interior accessories (radio, navigation system, rear view entertainment, rear view mirror and some trailer light connections). Power to this circuit will come on when the key is turned to the ACC position (or if you push the start button without your foot on the brake if it's a push start vehicle) and then remain on when the vehicle is running. Power continues to flow through this circuit once the vehicle is turned off until you open a door, that signals the vehicle to cut power to this circuit.

The 7.5 PANEL fuse would be my next choice, but there's a slim chance this is a constant power circuit with relays controlling idividual components on this circuit.

The CIG and PWR OUTLET fuses may be constant power to, not sure how they work in the Tundra. If you tap those locations and the switches work without the key in the ignition (after accessory power has turned off) then they're constantly powered and you'll want to pick another location.

 

[Sean Slavin]

You're awesome. Thank you. I'll try a new spot when I get home tomorrow. Hopefully, I'll have more than the weekend before the next day job trip.

 

[Lifted Adventures]

Love the build as your Tundra and mine are similar builds so far

 

[Sean Slavin]

Love the build as your Tundra and mine are similar builds so far

 

[Sean Slavin]

I'd probably start with the 7.5A ACC position...

You, good sir, are a genius. Just got home, hugged my kids then moved fuse locations. Dropped it into the 7.5A slot and, viola, everything on the panel works. Thank you for helping me work through this. Much appreciated.

 

[Gallowbraid]

You, good sir, are a genius. Just got home, hugged my kids then moved fuse locations. Dropped it into the 7.5A slot and, viola, everything on the panel works. Thank you for helping me work through this. Much appreciated.

Glad I could help.

 

[Sean Slavin]

Spent a few hours this afternoon getting the front suspension on.

Tomorrow morning, I'll get an early start on the rear. Try and finish it up before it gets too hot out. Later in the afternoon, I'm going to try and get the front bumper on. Starting to come together.

 

[jscusmcvet]

Wow, suspension looks awesome.

 

[Sean Slavin]

Got the rear done this morning. Those Deavers were beastly to manhandle on my own. Quite a workout.

Got her back together and just went cruising around the neighborhood. Quite a bit of rubbing up front so a body mount chop is probably in order but we'll see what happens after the alignment. Definitely need to play with the adjusters on the shocks. She's super stiff right now.

Taking a bit of a break, stretching the back out, then I'll start on the bumper.

 

[Sean Slavin]

And the most important mod went on this afternoon...

Hope to see you guys out on a trail soon.

 

[Lifted Adventures]

Question about the deavers? Did you use aftermarket shackles for the lift or did the leaf springs do the lift?

 

[Sean Slavin]

Question about the deavers? Did you use aftermarket shackles for the lift or did the leaf springs do the lift?

Aftermarket shackles. I used these from Camburg which give about an inch and a half of lift.

http://store.sdhqoffroad.com/2007-2014toyotatundra2wd4wdliftshackles.aspx

 

[Lifted Adventures]

Aftermarket shackles. I used these from Camburg which give about an inch and a half of lift.

http://store.sdhqoffroad.com/2007-2014toyotatundra2wd4wdliftshackles.aspx

Good to know... I couldn't remember when I spoke to dealer about a month Avon about those springs.. probably the route I'm going to have to go also due to having a constant 600 plus pounds in the bed...

Let me know if you need anything else for the tundra as I can beat anyone's prices on things.. just email me or message me what you need

 

[Sean Slavin]

Good to know... I couldn't remember when I spoke to dealer about a month Avon about those springs.. probably the route I'm going to have to go also due to having a constant 600 plus pounds in the bed...

I'm hoping they hold up okay. We'll see. I don't have the rear bumper or spare mounted yet and that's going to add another 250lb or so. If it starts to sag or bottom out in the dirt, I'll add a set of Timbren SES springs. The other route I had considered was a custom set from Alcan.

Let me know if you need anything else for the tundra as I can beat anyone's prices on things.. just email me or message me what you need

You just opened a dangerous door. I have a list. A long list. Definitely appreciate the offer. You'll be hearing from me.

 

[Lifted Adventures]

I'm hoping they hold up okay. We'll see. I don't have the rear bumper or spare mounted yet and that's going to add another 250lb or so. If it starts to sag or bottom out in the dirt, I'll add a set of Timbren SES springs. The other route I had considered was a custom set from Alcan.



You just opened a dangerous door. I have a list. A long list. Definitely appreciate the offer. You'll be hearing from me.

I understand how dangerous it is .. just so you know I'm a dealer for everything you have put on your truck.. I also carry some brands like ARB, Odyssey, Front Runner, Rigid, Baja Designs, RhinoRack, Bedslide, etc.. much much more

 

[Gallowbraid]

I understand how dangerous it is .. just so you know I'm a dealer for everything you have put on your truck.. I also carry some brands like ARB, Odyssey, Front Runner, Rigid, Baja Designs, RhinoRack, Bedslide, etc.. much much more

That is a very dangerous list...

 

[Sean Slavin]

Front bumper is on.

Lights are not wired yet as I am waiting on some quick connects for the PIAA fogs. I have a set of round ambers coming along with the winch. I've left about 3/4" gap between bumper and body but I may tweak that a bit when I remount it with the winch. Need to figure out something for the plate once the winch goes in. Not quite sure what to do yet. I've looked into a few things but they don't get me too excited. Ideas welcome. Next time I speak with Expedition One, I'm going to ask them too.

 

[Sean Slavin]

Tacked on a few small things the past few days.

First, I swapped out the stock bulbs in the headlights for a 55w HID kit from Toytec. That's probably the best $60 I've spent on the truck so far. Took me about an hour to get the bulbs aligned but I can now see at night.

I also had the truck out on the freeway for the first time since the suspension upgrade. Super happy with how she handles. Road manners are excellent and the 'pickup bob' that was noticeable with the stock setup is no longer there. However, I think the 4.88s are going to come sooner rather than later. She kept up with traffic on 36 up to Boulder fairly well but every elevation change required a significant push on the pedal. I need to count my pennies...

Yesterday morning and I gave her a full detail. With it now being Sept in CO, you really have no idea what the weather will do hour by hour. Wasn't sure if I'd go another chance.

After the detail, I spent some time getting organized.

HiLift is mounted on the driver side bed rail. The drawer on the right currently holds med kit, winch dampener, puncture kit, various straps, HiLift base, gloves and tools. Med kit is almost a full trauma kit. It can handle everything but a trach. If I'm ever in a situation that calls for that, there are bigger problems. I've had some bad things happen over the years (saved lives and lost them) so I'm pretty anal about keeping it stocked.

Drawer on the left is currently empty but the boxes are water proof. They'll be good for paper goods and anything else that needs to stay dry.

Then I got to wiring the bumper lights.

Today we're off for her maiden dirt voyage. Nothing difficult but we're going to take a run up and over Boreas Pass, find some fall color and take some photos.

 

[Gallowbraid]

Can't wait to see the photos of the fall colors...I need to get out to Colorado to see them for myself. Truck is looking fantastic, love that bumper!

 

[Dave]

The Tundra is looking really sexy - well done!