Expert Answers about Toyota Tundra

• Weight Distribution Versus Helper Springs for 2008 Toyota Tundra
• Helper and air springs primarily work with loads on the vehicle itself, while weight distribution will use leverage provided by the spring bars to transfer a portion of a trailers tongue weight from the rear axle to the front axle. Using a weight distribution system is typically called for when the weight of the trailer plus the load on it weighs 50 percent or more of the weight of the tow vehicle. A weight distribution system can improve braking, handling and steering response as well...
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• Comparing Curt TruTrack and Fastway e2 Weight Distribution for a 5,500 Pound Travel Trailer
• The Curt TruTrack and Fastway weight distribution systems are very similar. Fastway is the economy brand of Equal-I-zer so it has that going for it. Otherwise both offer built in sway control but the Curt system has sway control in the head and at the bars whereas the Fastway system is just at the bars. Based on this I would go with the Curt system # C17500.
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• Difference Between the K-Source Mirrors for a 2012 Tundra
• The main difference between the K Source Custom Towing Mirrors # KS70131-32T and the K Source Custom Towing Mirrors # KS70103-04T is that the # KS70131-32T has a chrome finish, whereas the # KS70103-04T is black. Aside from that they will function and perform identically.
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• Difference Between Camco RV Wooden Sink Covers
• There are a few differences between the Camco RV Wooden Sink Covers you mentioned, being their look and construction. Apart from that, they are the same type of sink cover, measuring 15" x 13" with rubber feet that keep the cover in place. The Camco Oak Accents RV Sink Cover # CAM43431 is made of solid oak and has a gloss finish to protect it. The Camco RV Wooden Sink Cover # CAM43436 is made of rubberwood (which is a stronger wood than the name implies) and also has a gloss finish.
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• Comparison of Round Bar and Trunnion Weight Distribution System For a 2009 Toyota Tundra Crew Max
• The difference between the discontinued RP66088 and the # RP66084 weight distribution systems is the style of spring bar attachment. The RP66088 system had round bar style spring bars, these spring bars are a bit harder to install and hang a bit lower, closer to the ground, than the Trunnion style spring bars. This system is a bit more economical than the Trunnion style system and would work great for your vehicle and trailer. The # RP66084 system has the Trunnion style spring bars, that...
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• Comparing CIPA and K-Source Clip-On Towing Mirrors for a 2012 Toyota Tundra
• Both the K-Source towing mirrors, # KS81300, and the CIPA towing mirrors, # CM11300, do fit if your 2012 Toyota Tundra has electric and/or heated stock side mirrors. They will not fit Limited or Platinum models though. I agree that the K-Source mirrors would look better but you would get a tighter fit with the CIPA mirrors. With any clip-on towing mirror there is going to be some vibration. It is just an unavoidable issue with this type of mirror design. Replacement mirrors, see link,...
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• Comparing Under Tailgate Light Bars for a 2012 Toyota Tundra
• The only difference between a light strip and a light bar, like # RA960134, is that the strip is flexible and the bar is rigid. A bar would provide better protection to the lights so that is a benefit it has over a strip. A strip on the other hand being flexible allows it to be used with more applications. Since you do not like the strip type we do have several light bars you could use on your 2012 Toyota Tundra including # RA960134 (stop, tail, turn). There are additional options for...
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• How Do I Determine What Nerf Bars Are On My Truck
• If you can't find the brand of step that you've got and you're looking for a replacement pad, then yes; the number of post holes and the spacing between them is going to be a good reference point to determine which nerf bars you've got. You may be able to find a replacement pad that has the same hole spacing but is made by a different manufacturer, so the hole spacing is probably the best place to start. For reference, the Aries # AA2090139 has posts 3-3/4" from each end and then spaced...
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• Will the Primus and P2 Brake Controllers Work with Standard Electric Brake Systems on a 2011 Tundra
• The Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Brake Controller, item # 90885, will work with both standard electric trailer brakes, and electric over hydraulic braking systems. I have attached a link to instructions for you to review. The Tekonsha PRIMUS IQ Brake Controller, item # TK90160, is not designed to work with electric over hydraulic braking systems, but will work great with standard electric trailer brakes, see instructions link. The P-3 brake controller is also compatible with both standard electric...
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• Comparing Custom Fit VS Universal Fit Towing Mirrors For a 2004 Toyota Tundra
• The Longview Custom Towing Mirrors # CTM4000 for your 2004 Toyota Tundra Access Cab will have a mirror that is 5-1/2" wide x 4-1/2" tall. With a universal set like the CIPA Universal Towing Mirrors # 7070-2 the mirrors are 7-1/2" long x 5" tall. While the larger mirror will give you more to see they are going to end up being less visible at most highway speeds as the larger mirror will tend to get a vibration from the wind hitting the mirror. The custom fit mirror will be more clear...
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• Comparing Front Mounted Hitch Receiver for 2008 Toyota Tundra
• The Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" # 65080 is my recommendation for you based on cost and features. The installation of this hitch is nearly identical to the Curt # 31198. The Draw-Tite has a measurement of 7-1/2 inches from the crossbar to the end of the receiver tube. The Curt receiver has a measurement of 4-5/8 inches from the crossbar to the end of the receiver tube. The weight ratings of the hitches are identical, so the 2-7/8 inch difference in...
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• Difference in CIPA Deluxe Door Mount Mirror # 11650 and CIPA Universal Door Mount Mirror # CM45000
• The mirrors are priced and sold individually. The CIPA Deluxe Door Mount Mirror, part # 11650, you have referenced, is a universal fit item designed to fit as many vehicles as possible. It is designed to install with the top hook inside the door frame between the window and the door. The bottom hooks to the bottom of the door and is padded and adjustable. Due to the way it is designed, the # 11650 mirror, should fit your 2000 Toyota Tundra. I am including a link to a video review on the...
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• How is the RAS System Different From Add-A-Leaf System for 2001 Toyota Tundra
• An Add-A-Leaf kit differs from the RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit # RAS34FR for your 2001 Toyota Tundra in that the Add-A-Leaf is literally just adding another leaf spring to your spring stack to help make it a little more robust where the RAS system is a little more "smart". It has a spring that helps to provide constant tension and you can adjust it some for more of a relaxed or stiffer ride quality. So instead of just making your leaf spring stack thicker...
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• How to Tell the Difference Between and Older Model Thule Mountaineer and an Older Model
• You would need to look at the hardware. The 669ES will have easy snap hardware which will look like the part # 43216 that you referenced. The 669 would have installation hardware that would look like part # TH04997 instead.
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• Comparing the Curt Spectrum Brake Controller to Redarc Tow-Pro Elite
• By all accounts the Curt Spectrum Trailer Brake Controller # C51170 works well and is easy to use and install on most vehicles. It is a brand new item so not a lot of feedback has come in on it. I did learn a few things though after speaking with our install team about this controller. First, compared to the Redarc controller # RED44FR, the Curt Spectrum is easier to install. It can be surface mounted meaning that drilling is not necessarily required (depends on how you run the wiring)....
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• Is There a Difference Between K-Source Towing Mirrors for 2016 Toyota Tundra?
• The only difference between the towing mirrors is that K-Source Custom Extendable Towing Mirror # KS70104T is for the driver's side of a 2016 Toyota Tundra while # KS70103T is for the passenger's side and # KS70103-04T allows you to purchase both at the same time as opposed to individually. These mirrors are a conformed fit for your 2016 Tundra and are power mirrors with heated glass and turn signals on the sides. I've added a link to a video review of the mirrors for you to take a look at.
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• Comparing the Timbren Suspension Enhancement to other Helper Springs Options for 2007 Tundra
• For your 2007 Toyota Tundra, I highly recommend the Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System part # TTORTUN4. The Timbren springs will be much more durable than the Air Lift AirCell Custom Helper Springs Kit which was discontinued. The durability will result in more support and a longer life. The Timbren have also produced much greater feedback from our customers and are currently one of the most popular suspension enhancements we carry. I have attached a review video of the Timbrens...
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• Using Hopkins # HM43385 or Tow Ready # 20137 Replacement 7-Way Connector on 2006 Toyota Tundra
• There is a difference between the Tow Ready # 20137 and the Hopkins # HM43385. Each trailer connector uses two plugs that insert into the factory connections, but the 3 pin plug on each is wired DIFFERENTLY. For some unknown reason, Toyota wired the plugs differently on some vehicles. If you look at the photo I've edited for you, you can see the difference. The replacement 7-way you use will depend on how your 3-pin plug on your Tundra is wired. Use a circuit tester like # 40376, and...
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• Could Trailer Vent HMAV2-AVT2 Install on Trailer Underbelly
• Yes, you could install the 2-piece Trailer Vent part # HMAV2-AVT2 in the underbelly of a travel trailer if you wanted.
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• Difference Between Timbren and SumoSpring Jounce Springs for a 2021 Toyota Tundra
• The biggest difference between the Timbren and SumoSpring jounce-style springs is that the Timbrens tend to be a bit more stiff which is great for heavier loads but can make the unloaded ride on your 2021 Toyota Tundra a bit more harsh. The SumoSprings tend to have a softer ride which makes them great for occasional cargo loads but they have less of a weight rating. Since suspension enhancement kits just offer support and don't actually increase your weight capacity it basically boils...
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