u/CINAPTNOD

New to the club! - 2025 XSE w/PP & Weather - any recommendations?

I've been scouring the sub the past few days and found/ordered the following based on what I've read so far:

  • Hardwiring a battery monitor & trickle charger to maintain the 12v auxiliary

    • The low charge rate and parasitic battery drain especially when charging the HV battery reaches 100% has me overly wary of waking up to a dead battery.
  • Mudguards to keep the rear tires from dirtying up the door sills

  • Mesh screen cover for the lower front grill to protect the radiator

  • Headlamp protectors to close the gaps under the hood and prevent debris getting in

  • LED lights to brighten up the cargo area

  • Replace the halogen backup lights with LEDs

  • Protective cover for the armrest

  • Shelf insert above the wireless charger

I've also read about, but not sold on:

  • Upgrading the horn (don't use it often, but may get for added safety & awareness)

  • Carista - looks handy for diagnostic and unlocking a few hidden features, but not sure about the subscription

  • Comma.ai - seems like an awesome feature, but usually not enough highway driving to warrant getting

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u/CINAPTNOD — 2 days ago
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It would be nice if dealerships could not opt out of the national Toyota parts portal 😒

Went to order a specific part #, and the closest dealership is 7 minutes away (next closest is 15 minutes). To order from them I have to enter my info in a form and have a sales associate call me.

Or I can just order the part on autoparts.toyota.com and either pay $10 for shipping, or drive 8 minutes farther out of my way; I almost want to do it out of spite.

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u/CINAPTNOD — 2 days ago

Network is a PoE Gateway + 3 Pro 7s - 40-50 devices, most are IoT on Guest network; streaming devices are on main network.

Settings ON:

  • IPv6

OFF:

  • UPnP
  • Eco efficiency
  • SQM
  • Multi-link
  • Client steering
  • Thread
  • Amazon Connected Home

Encryption:

  • 2.4 - Hybrid
  • 5G - Hybrid
  • 6G - Enhanced

Client steering was on up until recently; turned off to see if it helps.

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u/CINAPTNOD — 14 days ago