2007 to 2020 Tundra Conversion : Episode 6; New vs. Old

In this episode, we will be comparing the 2014-2020 Tundra to our 2007-2013 to make sure we get all the correct parts for the swap. We've got some welding to do!

Source: https://www.revemoto.com

0:00 Start
0:08 Intro
0:47 Remove the grille
2:00 Fender extension removal
3:09 Headlight removal
5:57 Front bumper removal
15:09 Comparing Trucks (parts needed for the swap)
17:36 Installing 2020 part on our 2007 Tundra
17:57 Bumper rebar bracket install
19:15 Bumper rebar install
20:48 End cap bracket install
22:00 Headlight bracket install
25:56 Hood Latch center bar install
27:18 Recap on the missing parts
28:35 Outro

TOOLS NEEDED:
You will need a socket wrench but preferably an impact gun with 10mm, 17mm, 12mm, and 14mm sockets. A regular socket set should have all the correct sizes needed for all the bolts.

This is a very important step in the front-end conversion process. We have completely torn down a 2014-2020 Toyota Tundra to double-check all the parts we will need to make the conversion possible. If you are a newer Tundra owner, it's worth knowing that taking off all the parts for this vehicle is a lot easier than the older Tundra. So, that is definitely a bonus. We got most of the parts we need for this build and we were surprised to find that we will need to be doing some welding. Woohooo!

As you can see, there are some brackets on the Tundra that are slightly different from the older version. Nothing too crazy, just a few small brackets that are spot welded onto the sub-frame behind the headlight. Also, the main bar or the top of the sub-frame needs to be switched out on our older Tundra because it has a different hood latch system. The grille is part of the hood on the older truck and has the hood latch much closer to the top pad whereas the new Tundra has the grille separate, locating the hood latch to a more normal position behind the grille. A very simple and easy fix but we have to swap out the top of the sub-frame by drilling out the spot welds and welding it onto our Tundra. We could also use bolts and a nut to hold in place but I hope we weld it back on. You can't beat a good weld.

For the rest of the parts, they are a pretty easy bolt-on. The headlights, bumper, end caps, grille, fenders, and hood should be very easy to install. We're almost across that finish line and we hope you stay tuned to see the final product. In our next video, we will be adding the welded brackets on our Tundra as well as getting all the parts prepped and painted.

Source: https://www.revemoto.com

Follow Us on:
FB:   / revemoto  
IG:   / revemoto  
Twitter: https://twitter.com/revemoto?lang=en

_____________________________________
#Toyota #Tundra #trdpro #DIY #revemoto #paintedautoparts #HowTo #trucktoppad

DISCLAIMER: While ReveMoto tries to make the information in this video as accurate as possible, we make no claims, promises, or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness, or applicability of the content. No information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. All do-it-yourself (DIY) projects entail some risk. It is the sole responsibility of the viewer to assume this risk. ReveMoto is not responsible or liable for any loss, damage (including, but not limited to, actual, consequential, or punitive), liability, claim, or any other injury or cause related to or resulting from any information posted in this video.