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Toyota Truck Owners - Future Models
Don't know if this is the appropriate forum or not for this discussion, but after having my Tundra SR-5 for nearly two years would like to see these additional features.
1. An exhaust driven Turbo option for those of us that operate in the higher elevations.
2. A door post with a ' carry through design ' to reinforce the roof for rollover protection.
3. Encase all of the logos ( SR-5 Tundra, etc. )in plastic so they are easier to keep clean and wax around.
4. Outside Temperature and compass option. I understand that may be offered on the '02 models.
5. Additional cargo tie down hooks that are more readily accessible with a bedliner installed.
6. An option for factory installed dual exhaust system.
I have really enjoyed the Tundra but will be looking for these features when I purchase another pickup in a couple of years. I would be interested in knowing what others think and any ideas for making a good truck even better.
Geezer
1. An exhaust driven Turbo option for those of us that operate in the higher elevations.
2. A door post with a ' carry through design ' to reinforce the roof for rollover protection.
3. Encase all of the logos ( SR-5 Tundra, etc. )in plastic so they are easier to keep clean and wax around.
4. Outside Temperature and compass option. I understand that may be offered on the '02 models.
5. Additional cargo tie down hooks that are more readily accessible with a bedliner installed.
6. An option for factory installed dual exhaust system.
I have really enjoyed the Tundra but will be looking for these features when I purchase another pickup in a couple of years. I would be interested in knowing what others think and any ideas for making a good truck even better.
Geezer
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Of course, since it is a Toyota people tell me (at 139,000 miles) my '93 truck is just breaking in. So it will probably be a few more years before I consider a new (used) one.
- Paul
I wonder if the delay was caused by the success of the Chevy Avalanche and incorporating this functionality in the Tacoma was the reason. ?? I have to think that every truck manufacturer is busily working on a version of that flip-down rear wall feature.
2004 will have the double cab with the standard size bed.
I've read other posts on here about looking through production lists to order a truck with ABS. This should give some indication of whether they're stopping production for a retool and when.
Of course, this is all dependent on whether Toyota will be using a new or different plant for the new models.
All models are to receive a revised front bumper, grille, lower valance & body-side mouldings.
All V8s: LSD, Trailer hitch w/7-pin
In Tundras w/ bucket seats you'll find a center console out of a Sequoia
In the Limited you'll find steering wheel mounted stereo controls & 17" alloy wheels.
Some colours are being replaced as well.
No Tundra HD or Crew Cab for '03. Don't be surprised if you see the new 4.0L vvt-i V6 engine around the middle of the model year and possibly the introduction of a 3/4 ton as a '03.5 MY. No step-side for Canada(thank god). That's the skinny from up here.
http://pc99.detnews.com/autosinsider/sneakpeek/index.hbs?myrec=45
Next generation Tacomas--I understand these will be 2004 models, will be somewhat larger than the current version to compete with the Dakota and the new Colorado from Chevy. Engines are said to be larger than current ones, too. Likely will be same as the next-gen 4-Runner engines. A V6 of about 3.9 liter and maybe as much as 240-250 hp; and a V8 with less horsepower, but more torque for towing."Time will tell"- Toyota has not revealed much about the new Tacomas that I can find.
Why did your battery short out? Why is your manifold cracked at 37,000 miles if the manufacturer won't cover it under their powertrain warranty (5yr/60,000mile). Why did you have 1qt. too much oil in there for the first year knowing that the dipstick wasn't the right size? Did they replace the dipstick? Being it was Tundra's first year, I assume you've had it serviced only at a Toyota store, is this correct? Did you service it regularly?
Consumers Reports bases their published information on results from surveying people just like you!
Can this be ture? This far off?
Ken
I'm putting off a purchase now to get this crew cab, if it comes out by the end of this yr (03). Any longer, then I need to look at other options.
Hope this helps.
Ken
The car show hits St.Louis next week....
B
Ken
Ken
Love the Sun roof and roll down back windows (like the 4 Runner)
Make sure you pick 24 picture per page to view the nice pic of the inside.
What's your take?
Bob
B
Chicago Auto Show: 2004 Toyota Tundra Double Cab
Also I've heard the Tundra will be coming out with a 3/4 & 1 ton versions with 5.4L V-8 gas, 5.7L V-8 gas and 6.0L Turbo-diesel powerplants about the same time. If so, does Toyota have any history/experience with the proposed turbo-diesel engine?
Also I've heard the Tundra will be coming out with a 3/4 & 1 ton versions with 5.4L V-8 gas, 5.7L V-8 gas and 6.0L Turbo-diesel powerplants about the same time. If so, does Toyota have any history/experience with the proposed turbo-diesel engine?
As for info on the larger engines, I don't know the exact sizes, but I've heard that they will be in the mid- 5L range. As for the turbo-diesels, Toyota has a HUGE number of vehicle and engine configurations worldwide that may or may not be available here in the US. Quite a few of them do have diesel and turbo-diesel engine configurations. The biggest difficulty for diesels here is the very low demand for them compared to other countries and the difficulty if meeting emissions requirements with the current fuel quality standards.
I do know that they plan on a "super-duty" truck to be sold and probably built here that they have pegged for a 2006 launch so far.
Hope this helps.
Ken
There was a story in Truck Trend that there was going to be a truck/SUV hybrid like an Avalanche. I've heard nothing about that through Toyota channels.
I think the Double Cab will be offered in more than just Limited trim.
Toyota just bought 700 acres of land in Texas, there is the new engine plant in Alabama, and Tacoma production is increasing with a new plant in Mexico. Toyota is serious about increasing their truck business, and the one thing I've learned in seven years is - If Toyota says they are going to do something, they do it.
Seems like we've just scratched the surface of the truck plans for the future.
Steve
http://www.motortrend.com/features/news/112_news28/
http://www.automobilemag.com/auto_shows/0302_chicago_toyota/index- .html
The Double Cab won't be arriving until November.
First of all, for those asking about a superduty version of the tudra. They are building a new plant in Texas as we speak that will be building superduty models of the tundra. The estimate that I've heard for production is 2006 or 2007 at this point.
Toyota is starting to offer xm radio as an option in a few of their vehicles and will widen their offerings within the next few years. I don't know when it will be avialable on the Tundra, however.
Hope this helps.
Ken