Blue Boss Build thread

Just bought a used Xrunner, and want to fix it up but need a starting point for some mods.

I intend to compile info as to stock specifications for my 2009 here, in a simple format so I know what my starting point is.

Any help and information would be greatly appreciated.

Of course there will be mods but they will be budget sensitive.

The Blue Boss!



Basic Info:

Year = 2009
Color = Speedway Blue
Color Code = 8Pi
Suspension = Stock
Engine = Stock
Intake = Stock

Lug pattern = 5x114.3 (metric) or 5x4.5 (inches)
Lug nut size is 12mm x 1.50
Offset is +30mm.
Center Bore is 60mm
Wheel weight is 31lbs - 32lbs

OBD ii equipped = Yes
Back up Camera = Stock
Rearview mirror = Backup camera, no homelink buttons,
Stereo = Stock single CD
Subwoofer = Stock but painted over (paint is already bubbling )
Headlights = Stock
TailLights = Stock
Shifter Knob = MOMO LED Billet

Bed = Long bed
Bed covered = no

Intended Mods: (in no particular order)

Replace all Stock lights with LEDs (If anyone knows the part #'s for any stock bulbs please let me know.)
Replace Stereo with 7" nav unit ( model suggestions helpful.)
Security System (that does not shed)

New Wheels and Tires - thinking about American Outlaw Patrol Rims
PART # SIZE OFFSET PATTERN BORE LOAD FINISH
107-8866B 69662 18x8.5 10 mm 5x114.3 83.7 mm 2400 lbs BLACK MACHINED FACE


http://www.discounttire.com/dtcs/in...pc=69662&rcc=Wake+Forest&vid=014527&rc=NWFINT

Airbag Lift kit ( I would like to lower it for showing off but raise it for riding around, not sure if I could still use it for hauling?)
Satoshi Grill with "KILTED TACO" on the Front
Locking Fuel Door ( someone put sugar in my Nissan Last summer)
Underhood Lights
Console/cluster LEDS
Tonneau Cover ( model suggestions helpful.)
Tailgate unlock with Passenger door
Shaved body
Speakers in bed
Bed Lights
Speaker/Subwoofer upgrade
True Dual Exhaust


Well that should do it for now, again if you can add anything to this please do.

 

The color is speedway blue, not raceway...

 

Duly Noted, and thanks!

 

You're also correct on the lug pattern info..

I believe you meant homelink, as opposed to homesite as well.

 

Nice truck! Don't do an LED shift knob

 

But, look at the build quality! Such tight tolerances...

Very ufo as well

 

18 x 8 Alloy
Bolt pattern is 5x4.5", 5x114.3mm
Lug nut size is 12mm x 1.50
Offset is +30mm.
Center Bore is 60mm
Wheel weight is 31lbs - 32lbs

 

In the end it's to each their own.

But to give some insight... The X-Runner is a limited numbered truck, They only make xxx amount a year. It was Toyota's answer to the Ford SVT Lightening and Dodge Ram SRT/10... Except, Instead of stuffing in a large engine (2011 X-Runner RTR [not production model] has a supercharged 5.7L V8 from the Tundra) they kept with the 1GR-FE V6 with the only transmission choice being a 6 Speed manual transmission and instead of the 3:73 Gears the other 6 Cyl Tacoma's got for some reason they're fitted with 3:15 Gears... Toyota thought it would be more beneficial (cheaper) to get it to handle instead go fast in a straight line (boring). So they aimed for one of the best Japanese handling machines available in 2005. The Nissan 350Z, On a race track or curvy mountain road it will keep up if not do better then the Z, Doing a sports car level 0.90G on the skid pad. That was achieved due to a "special" tuned bilstein suspension that lowers it .5" then a regular 2WD Tacoma, A X-Shaped brace near the spare tire in the rear to keep the body stiff and flat (in the corners), and 2 frame braces in each front corner matched with the stock Potenza tires.

The X-Runner has faults that TRD happily fixes with aftermarket support... Want more go fast? They got parts for that like a Cold Air Intake, A Supercharger and exhaust. Wan't better braking power? They have a big brake kit made by stoptech. Hate our sloppy shifter? They have a Short Shifter and ball knob... Because the X-Runner is more set up for track days and canyon carving. A lot of us X-Runner guys are CAR enthusiasts that for one reason or another needed a truck and found that the X-Runner has best of both worlds. So generally we are more aimed at making ours go fast and handle better... Not everyone though see's our trucks similarly, Like your wish list posted is completely opposite to what the X-Runner's intended purpose is for.

Air bags will greatly compromise the handling capabilities, I know this because I have a friend that bagged her X-Runner. I love that girl, But her taste are questionable to me...

Just some idea's of how I think a SWB X-Runner should look... Functional and look good.











For your mod list
LED Lights = Your tail lights and 3rd brake lights are already LED... We have a sponsor here that will chime in eventually.
Head Unit = Anything pioneer or kenwood
Wheels = This isn't a very tall truck, Those wheels belong on a lifted silverado
Airbags = I already expressed my distaste for it... If you want a good looking set up, Hit up XIIperformance for moderate, or if you want dumped look into DJM. Don't forget QA1 rear adjustable shocks... And yes Airbags will make it a bit more of a bouncy ride when loaded down.
Everything else sounds good, Except the dual exhaust... You have the Xbrace to maneuver around so it'll make it more difficult to get a dual exhaust put in as well as having the ground affect kit to worry about.

 

Nice!!! honest opinion on the rims.... I think the outlaws are for the wannabe cowboy in the gold plated, 24" lifted Ford F20050. Again, to each their own. I'd get something a little more sporty for an X-runner however. And don't forget the TRD Supercharger!

 

Thank You, this was very informative, When I bought this a month ago my thought was this was Toyota's attempt at a low rider, (because of the Ground effects kit). Had no idea it was limited number.
I will definitely think on what you said.

 

Actually ordered a slightly different one but customs seized the whole shipment, and the fleabay dealer sent me this one as a replacement.

 

In the end, I agree wholl heartedly with GuyWithCamera...don't muck it up, keep it classy

 

These are some sharp trucks, no doubt about that, but do you know if they have been lowered?

I ask because they appear to be much lower than mine ( I will measure ground clearance when I get home) indicating my suspension may not be as stock as I initially thought if those pictured have not been lowered.

As for the rims on my wish list, I still think they will look fantastic on this, there was a dealer with a website program that would let you preview the rims on your vehicle, and they were hot!


Gotta find that vendor again.....

Found them, http://www.discounttire.com/dtcs/in...pc=69662&rcc=Wake+Forest&vid=014527&rc=NWFINT

 

Yes... the 2 middle ones have the SOS drop kit that lowers it 2" and the rest appear to be DJM that is 3/3" or 3/4".

 

I intend to keep it classy, but even then you have to have some personal style.

I did put the led knob on there but will most likely take it back off.

The shifter shroud just won't stay in place as it is, and keeps falling back down the shifter.

 

Throw some U2-55's on it.

http://www.onlinetires.com/products/vehicle/wheels/u2/u2-55.html

 

It's a sports truck, Not a donk.

 

Lol...

24" 6 lug wheels...

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pW3L-q9RDWY&feature=youtube_gdata_player

 

Nobody ever said 24's. I was just showing what they looked like.