2015 Toyota Tundra for epedition rig?

[Dalko43]

Tundra would seem like the better option for main roads and Forest Service Roads. I'm sure it's also a lot better for hauling stuff.

The Tacoma is definitely more ideal for real exploration of back country (roads or no roads) since its smaller, somewhat more fuel efficient and can still pack a bunch of stuff.

 

[cycleman4]

Tundra TRD PRO

I have had my TRD PRO CrewMax for 2 weeks. It is a great truck and I am really impressed. I looked at trucks, Land Crusiers, LR3's for about 6 months before I pulled the trigger. My goal was to have a capable vehicle out of the box without having to tear apart the suspension to make it do what I wanted. The Tundra checks that box. I will be using it for desert, mountain, and beach camping in places like Death Valley, Black Rock, and the mountains of N. Ca. I just ordered and will be installing a bed rack from All-Pro to carry my RTT and other things. https://www.allprooffroad.com/images/stories/tundra/tundra-packrack.jpg. I will also be adding LED light bars to front and rear of vehicle at some point. I had to give up a couple things like leather seats and warmers but I did't want those anyways. I think My TRD PRO will be a perfect Expedition rig for me.

 

[brianjwilson]

My overall experience with Dodge/jeep/fiat/Chrysler would indicate that the Tundra would be way more reliable in the long run (probably the short run too). I don't believe half ton vs 3/4 will make a bit of difference in reliability or durability when you're talking about different platforms and manufacturers.
Having talked with maintenance foreman for the coal mining company I used to work for, his tundra was the most reliable vehicle in the entire fleet compared to ford and Chevy 1/2 and 3/4 tons. Over 200k miles of being caked in mud operating in muddy and gravel washboard roads. 100% stock and used off road more than any of us probably do. The frame flexed like a wet noodle which was disturbing to watch, but that's just how the tundra is I guess.

 

[shane4x4]

Our truck is working out quite nicely.

Near the top of Imogene Pass in Colorado (a moderate trail)

Width can be an issue, but on forest roads it's absolutely not a problem.

More on our build:
http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/138515-Our-2015-Tundra!!
and
http://tctmagazine.net/explorer

 

[Tacovendor]

I have no complaints, this is a very capable vehicle.http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/133855-2014-Tundra-Crew-Max-Build

 

[Utah KJ]

With the Ram, you have to worry about some dude from China hacking into your truck and junk, with the Toyota, you have no worries because Toyota.

 

[austintaco]

I wouldn't worry about size. Have you ever seen the tourist rigs that they run around Moab and Ouray? They are usually long wheelbase fullsize mammoths that can carry 8 people on the trail. If they can do it..you can do it. Of course, they do this everyday so they know where they can and can't go, but that would be the limit of where you could take it.

 

[Oddity]

Heh, after all this I went with a Ram 1500 sport (soon to be modified to meet my needs). Toyota fought with me over every penny come negotiation time and wouldn't so much as budge when I offered to settle at $700 more than they were offering me, to drive the tundra off the lot then and there (I had been to 4 other dealers, all similar) An old co-worker of mine at Chrysler/jeep/dodge/ram swung a friends and family discount and in total I managed $16,000 of the cost of the truck. The interior is far superior in comfort, storage, and features. As for the mechanical, I'll build up anything that breaks with 10x stronger parts, and take that from the $$ I saved. Disappointed, yes, but I feel the Ram will work just as well after some modifications and it certainly won't hurt the wallet as much! Will post a build log once I have my finances back in check (fall?)

 

[austintaco]

Years ago, 1999, I bought a Ram. I held off because I wanted to see what this new full size Toyota would look like. The Tundras came in, and I didn't really like the look, especially the interior. Anyway, my friend had a new 4x4 Ram and I went with one too. It was great and I really liked being back in a big truck again. Like yours, the interior was far superior to that of the current and new Tundra. It did have may quirks though, but I was diligent and looked up TSBs on the internet and would go to the dealer with a list of stuff to be done under warranty whenever I would leave town and didn't need the truck. After about 5 visits, it was golden, and I never had an issue with it. You will be fine, and the quality of vehicles has gone up across the board for domestic vehicles. That damn Toyota tax is ridiculous.