The team at Findlay Toyota recently discussed a new promotional vehicle they could use for their sponsored events. They wanted something that would attract a crowd, something unique and special for Flagstaff, and something functional they could actually use to help promote their name and products in the Flagstaff community.
After many ideas came to mind and after months of discussion, the team finally had a winning idea, “The Ultimate Tailgating Tundra.”
The guys at Findlay Toyota knew they would need some serious help to get a project like this off the ground, so they reached out to their sister store in Las Vegas, Findlay Customs.
Findlay Customs is highly recognized in the Las Vegas area for its custom modifications of classics, exotics, 4x4s, boats, and of course, anything you want to do to your brand new vehicle, too!
It took three months to build. First, Findlay laid out the parts they knew they wanted to use and began designing a plan to install them and upgrade the vehicle. It didn’t take long for their team of professionals to envision the ultimate experience and get to work.
Second, they fitted the bed-slide, which will be used to allow access to the grill and ice coolers when the vehicle is parked. They also began welding it into a custom frame that will help secure the batteries, power inverter, sound and wiring that need to be kept out of view. They also began fabricating the frame and installing it into the bed of the truck!
As this project requires a lot of unusual installations, Findlay wanted to build the rear end to be a complete tailgating machine. No space will be left unused in the bed of the Tundra. Once they had the frame and structure designed, it was time to weld and seal each element.
Next, they needed to place and install each piece to create the inner box that will house all the electronics, TVs, speakers and hidden items.
Once they were happy with the placement, it was time to wrap the inner unit and install the electronics.
After it was all complete, the 2015 Toyota Tundra had been outfitted with:
- A slide in/out, 4 burner, anti-flare BBQ grill with 2 built-in ice chests and dual propane tanks.
- Two 40’ SMART flat screen televisions on each side.
- Direct TV satellite service.
- Eight 6” JL Audio marine speakers.
- Two 12” JL Audio subwoofers.
- Power inverter with dual outlets.
- Two USB charging stations.
- PA system.
- Custom built speaker/TV boxes.
- Two t-shirt cannons.
- Custom Vehicle wrap.
- Camper shell.
- Airbag suspension!
Now that the vehicle is complete and has arrived in Flagstaff, Findlay Toyota plans on having it out at all the NAU football games, the Wine and Food Festival, 4th of July parade and fireworks show, Hullaballoo and a whole lot more! When you see us out and about in this truck, come over and enjoy some food and relax with us! FBN
For more information about the “Ultimate Tailgating Tundra,” visit Findlay Toyota behind the Flagstaff Mall in the Flagstaff Auto Park at 5030 E. Marketplace Dr. or call 928-779-2445.
Written by Mark Monthofer