Truck name is Paco

I bought an 05 Tacoma double cab, off road 4x4 with 50k miles.

After much research and big dreams I realized this was the platform for my intent of exploring Colorado extensively.

So, here is what I have done (and am doing) and would like input from all of the members. Why re-invent the wheel, right?

-First thing was first, I ordered a Flippac from A/T trailers. These things cost an arm and a leg but are seriously the most awesome little critters to camp/4x4 with.
-Custom leaf pack from Alcan with a 1" lift. The leaf pack is designed to handle the 280lbs of the flippac, plus another 150lbs of camp gear and still maintain the lift/clearance. This has been an awesome addition, the truck handles better with the flippac then it did stock.
-Ordered (4) Bilstein 5100's from DSM. Haven't installed them yet as I am waiting on the Eibach springs.

The truck's name is Paco (Flippac + Taco= Paco )

I am currently awaiting a set of Eibach springs to level her out with the 5100's and then stuff some 265/75/16's in the wheel wells (Duratracs?).

This truck is being built to go over all kinds of trails in the summer as well as haul ass up I-70 with two snowmobiles.
I didn't want to give up the road manners for super big lift-age (dreaded taco driveline vibes); if the truck can't make it with the mods I have then I shouldn't be there- but man, these little suckers are surprisingly agile off road and can tackle most cool trails in CO.

So far the wifey hasn't lambasted me, so I view that as approval.

Lets hear some folks chime in on this build- looking for advice on an upgraded skid plate and rail sliders. Maybe coax some more ponies out of her as well.

Thanks y'all!

Skan Skeeny

 

Welcome to TW! Pics?

 

Welcome to TW! Sounds like you are on the right track. I know with my wife it's easier to ask for forgiveness than to ask for permission.

 

New to site and kinda working out the kinks, but I believe there should be some photos of the flipac from when I first installed it in my album.

 

Welcome!!! nothin wrong with a Paco Taco