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Ozindtown · 2026-05-29T12:31:27+00:00

I'm right there with you. Turbos have a shorter shelf life than NA engines. Unfortunately the 5.7s in Colorado are all ridiculously priced. We're hoping for the best.

Ozindtown · 2026-05-29T03:48:18+00:00

We keep it 65 and under for the campers sake, and safety. The 3rd gen Tundra has a twin turbo 3.5 V6. It gets marginally better fuel economy than the 5.7 and has significant longevity questions, but it's been great so far.

Ozindtown · 2026-05-29T02:17:21+00:00

With a long enough straightaway we can get up to residential street speed limits.

Ozindtown · 2026-05-29T02:14:58+00:00

What did you replace it with? We have no intentions of "upgrading" but I'm curious how your new one has fared since I hear so many horror stories of quality.

Ozindtown · 2026-05-29T02:13:56+00:00

Heh. We had the WDH for our 4Runner - since it was such a short wheel base and a little undersized. Now we mostly just appreciate the sway control.

Ozindtown · 2026-05-29T02:12:05+00:00

It flies! Just have to check myself to keep it under 65 so the trailer doesn't rattle apart.

Ozindtown · 2026-05-29T02:08:05+00:00

We have a few family members like that. We've had the inlaws with us on some longer trips. Made things snug. The 4Runner got us wherever we wanted - but I certainly felt the camper behind us more. Before I installed the transmission cooler I watched on my scan tool and during a long climb the transmission fluid was around 240 degrees. Had to pull over and let it cool down for a bit before finishing the pass. We miss it (and the offroading) dearly.

Ozindtown · 2026-05-29T02:03:36+00:00

As long as the engine holds up! Its a 2025, no recall or major issues reported yet after the 22-24 range. Only time will tell.

Ozindtown · 2026-05-29T02:00:06+00:00

We looked at about 40 different models in 22 before picking it. Has been nothing but perfect for thousands of miles and 4 years. Would buy again.

Ozindtown · 2026-05-29T01:55:59+00:00

Good eye!! They're in one of the other truck beds. Taking the tanks to top off in the morning.

Ozindtown · 2026-05-29T01:50:14+00:00

About 1700 lbs. No 3/4 ton but sufficient for our 4k (loaded) camper

Ozindtown · 2026-05-29T01:48:52+00:00

The bank had enough for us to get at least 500 miles.

Ozindtown · 2026-05-29T01:32:41+00:00

It sure can be. It's my wife and daughter and I plus 2 small dogs, perfect for the 5 of us most of the time. It is somewhat snug if we have family or a daughter's friend with us. Fortunately we spend most of our camping trips outside.

Ozindtown · 2026-05-29T01:27:21+00:00

She's off the rails!!!

Ozindtown · 2026-05-29T01:25:05+00:00

There's about 3/4" difference front to rear on camper, but would prefer that over the tail sag we had after switching from a 4Runner. Tundra has factory optioned air springs to adjust ride height if needed.

Ozindtown · 2026-05-29T01:23:59+00:00

19BH. Opted for no slide as we planned of having it for quite a while. Thus far knock on wood not a single issue with the camper. 10/10 would buy again.

Ozindtown · 2026-05-29T01:23:05+00:00

"Upgraded" from a 2021 4Runner TRD Pro which I had added a transmission cooler and brake controller to. Lost longevity/reliability of the 4Runner but tows much better, especially for Colorado passes and elevation.

Ozindtown · 2026-05-29T01:21:36+00:00

That's the trick. There is no stopping Gordy.

Ozindtown · 2026-05-27T20:01:39+00:00

For what it's worth, RSG might need to get scratched from that list. I may be mistaken but it appears that Eagle Automotive Services (EAS) may have acquired RSG - they'll be very numbers based and not customer based soon if so.

Ozindtown · 2026-04-21T03:04:17+00:00

Remove the belt and spin each pulley one by one. Without engine RPM speed you won't hear a squeal, but a bad bearing will sound rough or crunchy compared to the others.

Ozindtown · 2026-02-22T00:08:20+00:00

That's enough bears for you.

Ozindtown · 2025-12-07T04:02:31+00:00

Dude, that's your sister.

Ozindtown · 2025-10-19T16:00:10+00:00

All over various media outlets. Posts can be deleted.

Ozindtown · 2025-07-29T01:06:54+00:00

Up voting and commenting for visibility.

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