2004 Tundra Adventure Cab - Build/Adventure Thread

[FJR Colorado]

I was thinking back seat too but I set up camp at rear of truck and really don't want to carry it around. I got one from Home Depot on sale now $430 for a 45qt one. Order a travel bag on Amazon for it.


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Looks like you have fold-up doors on either side of your topper?

I suggest mounting the fridge a bit toward the cab and parallel to the bed rail such that it is accessible via one of the windoors (even if they aren't windows per se). I find this works great. See pics in my build thread.

Great truck you have!

 

[toyotech]

That's what I found works best myself. With an access cab it was also kind of a pain for quick fridge runs. I usually set up my tent and awning right at the back of the truck.

Yea I'm gonna try it in the bed. I sleep in the back of my topper. My gf and two tiny dogs.

Looks like you have fold-up doors on either side of your topper?

I suggest mounting the fridge a bit toward the cab and parallel to the bed rail such that it is accessible via one of the windoors (even if they aren't windows per se). I find this works great. See pics in my build thread.

Great truck you have!

Yea I plan on having it on next to bed rail but at rear. I ran heavy duty gauge wires to a fuse block that is mounted in the bed for all my 12v needs.



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[toyotech]

since I got this truck it had duraCRAP pads and unknown rotors. I ran them for as long as i could take it but i finally had it and got all new OEM rotors and pads (original not cheap ones dealerships been using).

Since I have such good luck with the puma in the runner, I decided to get another one for the tundra

I originally had it mounted at the rear of the bed similar to the runner but on the drive side. After picking up a fridge, I didnt like how much fixed accessories was blocking entry into the bed so I am trying out a new location for now.

I also ran an air hose down the side of the bed and out the bottom of the bed just below the fuel cap/tank area. I plan on having the ability to hook up my longer air hose from the outside without having to get into the bed (just like how I did my runner) soon I will be able to turn compressor on from the driver sit.

Finally got most of my RotoPax stuff in. 3- 3 gallon tanks. still waiting on extension to mount two 3 gallon tanks side x side

Simple mod and has been very useful. CUP HOLDERS lol

recent trip to Panamint Valley has show me that I need bug screens. I made one for the rear door using PVC for the top wedged and zip tied to the top of the topper. Bolted on the sides and used magnets on the topper door to hold it open and to keep the two screens together

insulated the topper with Styrofoam than with reflective sheets

I also wanted to be able to open one of the side doors for air flow so I needed more bug screen. I also wanted the screen to open so I can reach in for stuff. I made the frame with PVC piping and bolted it to the top of the topper frame with conduit clamps so it can flip up. I have flip down tables on both sides of the topper door which also doubles for opening side doors half way

 

[rickashay]

Man this truck is like a Hilton Hotel on wheels. Well done, I bet it's a great camping/expo rig in actual use.

 

[toyotech]

haha learn a little everytime i camp out of it make changes to make it better. alot of diy when possible

 

[rickashay]

haha learn a little everytime i camp out of it make changes to make it better. alot of diy when possible

Yah looks great. I wish I could fit in the bed and run a cool canopy setup and sleep back there... too bad I'm 6'6".

 

[toyotech]

Yah looks great. I wish I could fit in the bed and run a cool canopy setup and sleep back there... too bad I'm 6'6".

Dang that sucks. I'm 5'11" and it works out perfectly for me. I think any taller than 6 feet is pushing it. Another thing is the topper is not made for my truck so it actually sticks out a little shy of 2 inches past the bed where a 2x4 happens to fit perfectly in that spaces. So every inch of space is a plus. The outside topper rear doors when closed sits just flush with tail lights when view from side. Kinda glad I got this topper vs one for a tundra. Picked up the topper for I think 5 or 600 with keys.


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[toyotech]

I really needed a tablet mount so I used ram mounts and bolted a metal plate



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[seanpistol]

You seen this contractor cap mod? haha

http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/137366-Tacoma-aluminum-Pop-up

 

[trailscape]

You seen this contractor cap mod? haha

http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/137366-Tacoma-aluminum-Pop-up

That is...woah.. :drool:

Way more ambitious than my installation of an RV vent fan. That was scary.

 

[toyotech]

You seen this contractor cap mod? haha

http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/137366-Tacoma-aluminum-Pop-up

That is sweet. I like it but wouldn't do one. Not now. At that point I rather have a small RV. Maybe the pop ups will grow on me but will see.

Thinking of how I can have a enclosed netted room extension out the rear of the camper for those late night bugs and star watching plus cooking


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[seanpistol]

https://us.napieroutdoors.com/store/catalogue/index/1/2/

 

[toyotech]

https://us.napieroutdoors.com/store/catalogue/index/1/2/

Those might work. Up on the price and unsure on set up and tear down time. I was thinking is using PVC pipes and screens. Keep it simple and roll out the PVC wrapped with screen and snap together and tie down to ground. But that's another project if I decide to do it.


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[toyotech]

a little teaser. more to come

 

[trailscape]

I love those bumpers.. Really like that rear bumper now that I have a similar topper.