Neubs 2nd Generation Build

Neubs · 09-13-2009, 10:31 AM

A few people have asked, so I figured I would post a build thread on my Tacoma. Well it all started in September of 2006 when I bought a 2006 TRD Off Road double cab. I wanted to start with a mild small lift and maybe add some slightly over sized tires for occasional hunting trips. I have learned a lot along the way and I never dreamed my truck would turn out the way it has. Overall I could not be more happy. This truck seems like a never ending project thanks to all of the wonderful people on TW who continue to post creative mod ideas and extensive reviews. I hope you guys enjoy all of the pictures and please let me know if you have any questions.

Only 3,000 miles and on our first hunting trip:

My first mod was to add PIAA Super White bulbs in the fogs (modified 9005 bulb) and headlights.

The second mod was to add a Hi-Lift jack:

My black jack rusted up really fast after a cold salty winter so I sold it and replaced it with an upgraded version.

Then I added a bed mat and base for the jack:

Bolted down the bed mat with stainless steel hardware to help prevent theft:

Then I decided I had enough of the crappy 3 leaf springs and got the TSB done. After several unsuccessful attempts, I went to the dealer with a load and showed them this: (They finally agreed to replace the springs)

I wanted to lift the front to level the truck out a little and installed a Daystar 1.75" level kit. I hated the ride and replaced them within two weeks.

To fix the crappy ride I then added a set of 5100s and set the front at .85" and tinted the front windows 20% to match the rear glass:

After hooking up with ToyTec my third lift was a 5100 adjustable coilover, Light Racing UCAs, and SuperSprings in the rear:

Blacked out front emblem:

Post lift (need some wheels)

Time for some new wheels and tires (American Racing ATX Thugs 17" wrapped with Goodyear MTRs)

De-badged and de-flapped:

Black chrome TRD badge:

TRD Cold Air Intake:

Scan Gauge II with Blend mount:

Added some D-Rings for the bed:

Sockmonkey Graphics:

Diff breather mod:

Time to test out the mods:

These chicks are really digging my truck (ha ha ha):

The SuperSprings were great but they made a lot of clanking noise and really did not flex that well, so I had Doug make me a set of custom AALs with a little more arch on one side:

Another trip to Green Ridge:

Seeking to free up some rotational mass and help the engine rev a little quicker I picked up a complete set of NST pulleys:

After having a log jump up and smash into the rocker panel of my truck, I decided to add a set of Shrockworks sliders:

Now time for the most recent mods, ARB bumper, Warn M8000 winch, IPF extreme lights, rock lights, Viking Synthetic winch line, Viking delrin synthetic rollers, 12 Volt guy winch panel, Daystar winch isolator, Royal Purple gear oil in diffs and transfer case, relocated winch solenoid.

Rock lights:

Relocation of winch box:

Winch panel and IPF light controller: (I used the existing fog light wiring to hook up the rock lights so the factory fog light switch actually works the rock lights)

Lights in action:

Installed diff drop:

CV Joint before Diff drop:

CV Joint AFTER diff drop:

How she sits today:

Special thanks to Doug from Toytec http://www.toyteclifts.com/index.phpfor helping to make this truck what it is today, Thor from Viking Offroad (http://winchline.com) for his amazing customer service, Andy my neighbor for lending much help, Jason for the pulley help, and to all of those who have helped share their ideas and experiences on this great website.

Panda Jerk · 09-13-2009, 10:32 AM

i love your truck its sooooo sick!!

chris4x4 · 09-13-2009, 10:34 AM

Awsome transformation! Well done!

1BlkT · 09-13-2009, 10:40 AM

Looks nice to say the least. Any future mods on the way?

ilovetacos · 09-13-2009, 10:43 AM

Nice build! One of my favorite Tacoma's!

Neubs · 09-13-2009, 10:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Panda Jerk

i love your truck its sooooo sick!!

Thank you!

Quote:

Originally Posted by chris4x4

Awsome transformation! Well done!

Thank you Chris.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1BlkT

Looks nice to say the least. Any future mods on the way?

I am considering OME spring packs with an OME AAL and maybe a topper so we can put the dog and gear in the back where they will stay secure and dry. (I swear it rains on every trip to NC and our gear/bags always seems to get wet even when covered). It would be nice to have a secure dry place to keep everything.

Neubs · 09-13-2009, 10:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ilovetacos

Nice build! One of my favorite Tacoma's!

Thanks!

Colton · 09-13-2009, 10:49 AM

VERY nice build, Neubs!

RelentlessTaco · 09-13-2009, 10:59 AM

nice build, man

derekabraham · 09-13-2009, 11:07 AM

Nice build.

Neubs · 09-13-2009, 11:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Colton

VERY nice build, Neubs!

Quote:

Originally Posted by RelentlessTaco

nice build, man

Quote:

Originally Posted by derekabraham

Nice build.

Thanks guys for all of the kind words.

Amos · 09-13-2009, 11:17 AM

I noticed you added the hood scoop, or did you replace the entire hood?

oakleyTRD · 09-13-2009, 11:17 AM

one of my favorite trucks here, well thought out and put together.

Neubs · 09-13-2009, 07:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Amos

I noticed you added the hood scoop, or did you replace the entire hood?

Yes, I met up with a guy who had a TRD sport and wanted to trade hoods, so he took my plain hood and I gladly accepted his scooped hood. (FREE mods are the greatest!)

Quote:

Originally Posted by oakleyTRD

one of my favorite trucks here, well thought out and put together.

Thanks for the kind words.

sockmonkey · 09-14-2009, 05:35 AM

how have the pulleys performed?

i had a set on my last truck ('98 dakota) and they sucked an Optima dry in 6 months.
wasn't spinning the alternator fast enough i guess.

you see any voltage drops?

CraigTRD · 09-14-2009, 05:43 AM

Very nice!

HBMurphy · 09-14-2009, 06:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CraigTRD

Very nice!

++

Neubs · 09-14-2009, 07:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sockmonkey

how have the pulleys performed?

i had a set on my last truck ('98 dakota) and they sucked an Optima dry in 6 months.
wasn't spinning the alternator fast enough i guess.

you see any voltage drops?

The pulleys are the same size as factory ones so there is no under drive. The main difference between the NST pulleys and the stock pulleys is simply the weight. I did notice that the engine revs faster and shifts smoother too. It also down shifts faster and at a lower rpm. Adversely, the loss of rotational mass seems to slightly hinder highway cruising in that it takes a little more fuel to keep the truck's speed sustained. Unfortunately I don't have a dyno to provide numbers on my feedback. I have to rely on my trusty butt dyno.

No, voltage drops so far.

Quote:

Originally Posted by CraigTRD

Very nice!

Thank you

Quote:

Originally Posted by HBMurphy

++

+ Thank you

Gsquare · 09-14-2009, 07:21 AM

WOW, Neubs -- totally outstanding!!!

w8n4mud · 09-14-2009, 08:41 AM

Indeed, one of the nicest builds. It's almost worthy of a congrats all over again. Your truck looks nothing like it did when new. Haha. Nice job!

09-13-2009, 10:31 AM	#1
Neubs Still offering ToyTec Discounts... Joined: Sep 2008, #9194 Location: Maryland Gender: Male Posts: 1,079 06 TRD Offroad DC 4X4 2006 Double Cab Automatic 4.0 ToyTec 5100 Bilstein Adjustable Coilovers w/ Eibach Springs \| OME Darkar Leaf Springs \| 5100 Bilstein Rear Shocks\| Light Racing UCAs \| American Racing 17" ATX Wheels \| Goodyear 275/70/17 MTR \| Hi-Lift Jack \| ToyTec Diff Drop \| Warn Hitch Shackle \| TRD Cold Air Intake \| PIAA Intense White Bulbs \| PIAA Silicone Wipers \| Toyota Bed Mat \|Sockmonkey Graphics \| 20% Tint \| Sport Hood \| Scan Gauge II & Blend Mount \| Shrockworks Sliders \| NST Pulleys \| ARB Bumper \| Warn M8000 Winch \| Viking Synthetic Winch line \| 12 Volt Guy In-Dash Winch Controller \| Viking Delrin Rollers \| Daystar Winch Isolator\| IPF 900XS Lights \| Weather Tech Liners \| Rock Lights \| Diff Breather Mod \| Extra Bed D-Rings \| Misc. LED bulbs throughout	Neubs 2nd Generation Build A few people have asked, so I figured I would post a build thread on my Tacoma. Well it all started in September of 2006 when I bought a 2006 TRD Off Road double cab. I wanted to start with a mild small lift and maybe add some slightly over sized tires for occasional hunting trips. I have learned a lot along the way and I never dreamed my truck would turn out the way it has. Overall I could not be more happy. This truck seems like a never ending project thanks to all of the wonderful people on TW who continue to post creative mod ideas and extensive reviews. I hope you guys enjoy all of the pictures and please let me know if you have any questions. Only 3,000 miles and on our first hunting trip: My first mod was to add PIAA Super White bulbs in the fogs (modified 9005 bulb) and headlights. The second mod was to add a Hi-Lift jack: My black jack rusted up really fast after a cold salty winter so I sold it and replaced it with an upgraded version. Then I added a bed mat and base for the jack: Bolted down the bed mat with stainless steel hardware to help prevent theft: Then I decided I had enough of the crappy 3 leaf springs and got the TSB done. After several unsuccessful attempts, I went to the dealer with a load and showed them this: (They finally agreed to replace the springs) I wanted to lift the front to level the truck out a little and installed a Daystar 1.75" level kit. I hated the ride and replaced them within two weeks. To fix the crappy ride I then added a set of 5100s and set the front at .85" and tinted the front windows 20% to match the rear glass: After hooking up with ToyTec my third lift was a 5100 adjustable coilover, Light Racing UCAs, and SuperSprings in the rear: Blacked out front emblem: Post lift (need some wheels) Time for some new wheels and tires (American Racing ATX Thugs 17" wrapped with Goodyear MTRs) De-badged and de-flapped: Black chrome TRD badge: TRD Cold Air Intake: Scan Gauge II with Blend mount: Added some D-Rings for the bed: Sockmonkey Graphics: Diff breather mod: Time to test out the mods: These chicks are really digging my truck (ha ha ha): The SuperSprings were great but they made a lot of clanking noise and really did not flex that well, so I had Doug make me a set of custom AALs with a little more arch on one side: Another trip to Green Ridge: Seeking to free up some rotational mass and help the engine rev a little quicker I picked up a complete set of NST pulleys: After having a log jump up and smash into the rocker panel of my truck, I decided to add a set of Shrockworks sliders: Now time for the most recent mods, ARB bumper, Warn M8000 winch, IPF extreme lights, rock lights, Viking Synthetic winch line, Viking delrin synthetic rollers, 12 Volt guy winch panel, Daystar winch isolator, Royal Purple gear oil in diffs and transfer case, relocated winch solenoid. Rock lights: Relocation of winch box: Winch panel and IPF light controller: (I used the existing fog light wiring to hook up the rock lights so the factory fog light switch actually works the rock lights) Lights in action: Installed diff drop: CV Joint before Diff drop: CV Joint AFTER diff drop: How she sits today: Special thanks to Doug from Toytec http://www.toyteclifts.com/index.phpfor helping to make this truck what it is today, Thor from Viking Offroad (http://winchline.com) for his amazing customer service, Andy my neighbor for lending much help, Jason for the pulley help, and to all of those who have helped share their ideas and experiences on this great website. __________________ My BUILD... DIY - Diff Breather Mod \| DIY - Extra Bed D-Rings \| DIY - Secure your Bed Mat \| DIY - Install a Diff Drop

09-13-2009, 10:34 AM	#3
chris4x4 Watching Ed Live vicariously through mjp2 Name: FlimFlubberJAM Joined: May 2008, #6497 Location: Arizona Gender: Male Posts: 46,879 2007 PreRunner 2007 Double Cab Automatic 1GR-FE (4.0 V6) OME 885's, OME n140s front shocks, Total Chaos UCA's, TSB springs with AAL, 5100 rear shocks, custom built fuel tank skid plate, TRD exhaust.	Awsome transformation! Well done! __________________ Release the Cracken!

09-13-2009, 10:40 AM	#4
1BlkT Mod'n on a Budget Name: Ty Joined: Oct 2007, #3283 Location: So Cal Age: 24 Gender: Male Posts: 910 2006 Black Sport Double Cab 2006 Double Cab Automatic 4.0 Allied 4'' Spindles, Downey 3'' Coilover Lift w/aal, Donahoe Remote Reservoir Shocks, Goodyear Duratrac 285's, Pro Comp Series 8128, Recessed Grill w/Hella 500's behind, Tint, Black TRD Skid Plate, Debadged, Tailgate Hose Clamp, Weathertech Mats, Aero Turbine 2525XL Exhaust, Volant Intake	Looks nice to say the least. Any future mods on the way? __________________ Front: Allied 4'' Spindles, Sway A Way Coilovers Rear: Donahoe Remote Reservoir Shocks, Deaver 11 Pack Springs Exterior: Goodyear Duratrac 285's, Pro Comp Series 8128, Recessed Grill w/Hella 500's behind, Tint, Black TRD Skid Plate, Debadged, Tailgate Hose Clamp, Aero Turbine 2525XL Exhaust, Volant Intake & "HID Retro Awesomeness" Interior: Weathertech Mats, Wet Okole's

09-13-2009, 10:43 AM	#5
ilovetacos Get well Artie! Joined: Jan 2008, #4464 Location: Central California Age: 28 Gender: Male Posts: 980 2006 TRD Sport 4x4 DC 2006 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L V6 Bilstein 5100 Shocks(F&R), OME 885 Coils, Alcan AAL, 16x8 American Racing Teflon Mojave Wheels, 265/75-16 BFG Mud Terrains, Opitma Red Top D34/78, Tinted Tail Lights, 5000K HID, Flowmaster 50 Series Muffler, Redline Hood Struts, Alpine 9887 HU, Image Dynamics Components, Co-Axials & 10" Sub, Alpine PDX5 Amp and a few DIY Mods.	Nice build! One of my favorite Tacoma's! __________________ >>> MY BUILD <<<

09-13-2009, 10:49 AM	#8
Colton Trust, but verify. Name: Colton Joined: May 2009, #17626 Location: Smithfield, VA Gender: Male Posts: 9,736 2010 DCLB TRD Sport Prerunner 2010 Double Cab Automatic 1GR-FE (4.0 V6) TRD Skid plate, All Weather mats, Chrome exhaust tip, Hose-Clamp mod, AVS vent visors, Tint- 35% front-5% back	VERY nice build, Neubs! __________________ "Come to me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." Matthew 11:28

09-13-2009, 10:59 AM	#9
RelentlessTaco wheeler Name: Eric Joined: Feb 2008, #4772 Location: Klamath Falls/ Gold Beach, OR Age: 21 Gender: Guy Posts: 5,215 '07 Access cab 4x4 SR5 V6 6speed 2007 Access Cab Manual 4.0L V6 3"+ lift via OME 885's on OME shocks w/ custom top spacer, Bilstein 5100's in back with TSB leaf springs and 1" block + 1.75" Wheeler's Tundra AAL, Light Racing UCA's, 35x12.50 SXT MT's on MM951B's, Cab mount chop, aluminum diamond plate headache rack w/ bed rails and tailgate reinforcement, Hand built aluminum winch bumper, Warn XD9000i multi-mount winch, hand built rock sliders, 48" Hi-Lift on bed rail, Billet grille, Hella 700FF driving lights on bumper, TRD bed mat, TRD seat covers and All weather mats, Alpine stereo: CDA-9886 HU; 6x9 front and 6-1/2 rear S-type speakers; 10" type-R sub in custom box, Scan Gauge 2, blue LED dome light, URD short throw shifter, JBA cat back exhaust , polished aluminum CAI, Pop-n-lock, devil horns emblem, TACOMAWORLD sticker, Sockmonkey 'TRD All Terrain' mountain bedside decals, AllPro Offroad rear plate bumper w/wrap arounds, FLAT mod, diff breather mod. Future mods: ARB OBA system or 10lb Powertank, ARB air lockers, 4.56's, LT	nice build, man __________________ \| My BUILD \|How to understand metric tire sizing\| Hella 500/700 HID conversions '05+ Stuff for sale!!!

09-13-2009, 11:07 AM	#10
derekabraham Living vicariously through everybody Name: Derek Joined: Jul 2008, #7822 Location: San Diego Age: 18 Gender: Guy Posts: 22,986 08 PreRunner V6 SR5 TRD Off-Road 2008 Access Cab Automatic V6 TRD CAI, Toyota Bed Extender, Pop&Lock Tailgate lock, Bilstein 5100 Adjustable Shocks 2.5" up front, Bilstein 5100s in back, TSB 4 leaf pack, BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM2 285/75/16 tires, Garmin nuvi 255W GPS, Midland 1001Z CB radio, Fry's 4' antenna, custom iPhone mount, USA-Spec PA15 iPod adapter, Foglamp on anytime mod, Smittybilt shackle, black badges, Total Chaos spindle gussets, removed sway bar, Epic Industries bed bar with light, bedliner Satoshi grille with TRD emblem, BHLMs, yellow OEM fogs, Bestop Supertop, KMC Enduros	Nice build.

09-13-2009, 11:17 AM	#12
Amos Member Name: Daniel Joined: Jul 2009, #20198 Location: Huntsville, AL Gender: Male Posts: 96 09 4x4 DC sport 2009 Double Cab Automatic	I noticed you added the hood scoop, or did you replace the entire hood? __________________

09-13-2009, 11:17 AM	#13
oakleyTRD Banned Joined: Jun 2008, #7232 Gender: Male Posts: 4,219 08 4x4 2008 Double Cab Automatic stickers	one of my favorite trucks here, well thought out and put together.

09-14-2009, 05:35 AM	#15
sockmonkey I'm sooo small Name: Greg Joined: Mar 2008, #5245 Location: SW Fort Worth Age: 42 Gender: Male Posts: 1,227 2007 White Dbl Cab Pre-Runner 2007 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L Retro stripes, Custom PreRunner bedsides, blacked out front bumper, Volant Ram Air intake,URD MAF calibrator, Mr Marv 10" sub box, Kenwood HU, Alpine Amp, shorty antenna, fog light mod, scan gauge II, RAAMmat front and rear doors, Wet Okole seat covers, blacked out dash. BFG 265/70/16 NST Lite Pulleys	how have the pulleys performed? i had a set on my last truck ('98 dakota) and they sucked an Optima dry in 6 months. wasn't spinning the alternator fast enough i guess. you see any voltage drops? __________________ My Truck Bedside decals in my Forum

09-14-2009, 07:21 AM	#19
Gsquare The G stands for smooth Name: GG Joined: May 2009, #16921 Location: Lone Star State Gender: Guy Posts: 1,391 09 4x4 TRD Sport SR5 DC LB 2009 Double Cab Automatic 4.0 V6 ToyTec Ultimate Lift Kit, Ionic Running Boards, Seatbelt Chime Disabled, Tailgate Anti-theft Clamp, Blacked Out Front Logo, Sockmonkey U.S. Airforce Decal	WOW, Neubs -- totally outstanding!!! __________________

09-14-2009, 08:41 AM	#20
w8n4mud There's a mod for that! Name: Albert Joined: May 2008, #6831 Location: San Diego, CA (Otay Ranch) Age: 34 Gender: Male Posts: 4,054 06 PreRunner Sport Double Cab 2006 Double Cab Automatic V6 Bilsteins 5100's (Front & Rear), GrillCraft, Line-X'ed Skid Plate & Bumper Valence, MB Wheels & BFG 265/70/R17's.	Indeed, one of the nicest builds. It's almost worthy of a congrats all over again. Your truck looks nothing like it did when new. Haha. Nice job! __________________ http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/bui...uds-build.html Click to see my build. Click below to see the "Bed Light Bar" buy. http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/2nd...group-buy.html

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