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[NEW] All-Pro Build: Black Betty Solid Axle Swap

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Builds (2005-2015)' started by allpro, Oct 14, 2015.

  1. Nov 15, 2015 at 12:59 PM
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    Mademan925

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    enough to go over stuff
    Looks sick
     
  2. Nov 15, 2015 at 2:07 PM
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    @allpro how much for that front bumper in steel? Same HC design and everything. I would love to cut my frame horns off and weld on a higher clearance bumper like the one on blackbetty!
     
  3. Nov 15, 2015 at 2:20 PM
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    What steering box is that and is Black Betty using the stock power steering pump?
     
  4. Nov 16, 2015 at 9:20 AM
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    allpro

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    We wanted to compare this recent build to the LT build we did with Brownie.

    The results are in:

    Brownie vs Black Betty, one LT IFS one SAS. Both have the same 37" tires, the same 4.5" backspacing on the wheels. 1/2" diff at the door handles. The LT IFS is 1" wider, the SAS turns sharper and has more wheel travel, both drive like a dream.

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  5. Nov 16, 2015 at 9:58 AM
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    Both are great builds!
    If only I had the
     
  6. Nov 16, 2015 at 2:59 PM
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    Steering box is a 89' through 95' IFS 4x4 box. Using stock pump for now will be upgrading soon.
     
  7. Nov 16, 2015 at 11:04 PM
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    This is how a Toyota Tacoma should've been built from the factory
     
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  8. Nov 17, 2015 at 7:54 AM
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    ^ Bump lol
     
  9. Nov 17, 2015 at 8:20 AM
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    Disagree. I think Brownie was closer to what they should offer from the factory as a challenge to the Raptor. But SFA definitely isnt for everyone. I personally wouldnt have bought a Tacoma if it didnt have IFS. Dont get me wrong, its a badass truck, but to each their own. Rock on @allpro
     
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  10. Nov 18, 2015 at 8:28 AM
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    @weldertaco It is the same front bumper that we have here:http://bit.ly/tacoma_APEX

    It just doesn't have the lower valence cover attached. It would be $929 + Hoop Options & Shipping. Let us know if you have any questions!
     
  11. Nov 18, 2015 at 2:49 PM
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    awesome builds! ?, do you guys know what transmission I can use when doing this SAS conversion on a 2014 4-door v6? seriously looking into this swap. thank you in advanced for any info and the inspiration to build! aloha
     
  12. Nov 18, 2015 at 2:58 PM
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    Bump for an awesome build and more @allpro bumper love :D

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  13. Nov 18, 2015 at 8:39 PM
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    Why not just use the one that's installed? The transmission doesn't affect swapping the front axle.
     
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  14. Nov 18, 2015 at 10:30 PM
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    sorry forgot to mention i will converting a pre-runner to 4wd.
     
  15. Nov 20, 2015 at 9:56 AM
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    :bowdown: I know what im doing once my truck is payed off! :popcorn:
     
  16. Dec 2, 2015 at 4:54 PM
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  17. Dec 3, 2015 at 7:28 AM
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    Would the 3 link kit and steering kit from y'all work with say a Dana 44 out of an 88 wagoneer
     
  18. Dec 3, 2015 at 9:24 AM
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    allpro

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    The basic kit will work with the 44 but a 44 out of a Wagoneer is going to be seven to eight inches too narrow.
     
  19. Dec 3, 2015 at 10:00 AM
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    Ok cool then what 44 would you recommend I know I would rather have the diamond front but right now 6k on just an axle is not feasible for me
     
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