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BamaTaco56 Build and BS Welding

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Builds (2005-2015)' started by BamaTaco56, Sep 12, 2017.

  1. Sep 12, 2017 at 11:08 AM
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    BamaTaco56

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    Suspension
    • Front
      • King 2.5” extended travel with remote reservoir. 700x14 springs.
      • Sway bar delete
      • Icon uniball UCA
    • Rear
      • Dobinsons Super Heavy Duty (L59-112-R) Leaf Springs (one leaf removed)
      • Bilstein 5100 B110 (11”) rear shocks
      • Frame mounted Silverado bump Stops
      • Wheelers Offroad u-bolt flip
      • Headstrong Offroad +4" extended brake lines
    Wheels and Tires
    • 285/75r16 Cooper Discoverer ST Maxx
    • Stock TRD OR wheels with 1.25” spidertrax spacers
    • Cab Mount Chop
    Armor
    • Sliders (built by me)
    • Full Skids
    • High Clearance Rear Bumper (built by me)
    Comms
    • Uniden 520XL
    • 2 Foot Firestik on Relentless Hood Hinge Mount
    Interior
    Exterior
    • Rear Differential breather relocated to storage box

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    Maintenance Log:

    30,000 Miles

    35,000 Miles
    • Mobil 1 Full Synthetic Oil Change with OEM Toyota Filter
    40,000 Miles
    • Mobil 1 Full Synthetic Oil Change with OEM Toyota Filter
    • ECGS Bushing to replace needle bearing
    • OEM Toyota Engine Air Filter
    • Cabin Air Filter
    • 265/75r16 Cooper ST Maxx put on
    45,000 Miles (2/18/2018)
    • Mobil 1 Full Synthetic Oil Change with OEM Toyota Filter
    50,000 Miles (5/6/2018)
    • Mobil 1 Full Synthetic Oil Change with OEM Toyota Filter
    55,000 Miles (8/9/2018)
    • Mobil 1 Full Synthetic Oil Change with OEM Toyota Filter
    60,000 Miles (11/15/2018)
    • Mobil 1 Full Synthetic Oil Change with OEM Toyota Filter
     
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  2. Sep 12, 2017 at 11:12 AM
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    BamaTaco56

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    Here it is the day I brought it home. 2015 DCSB TRD Off Road 4x4 25,000 miles.
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    Current

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  3. Sep 12, 2017 at 11:15 AM
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    Choccolocco Mountain (7/14/2018)

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  4. Sep 12, 2017 at 11:15 AM
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    Saved
     
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  5. Sep 12, 2017 at 11:15 AM
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  6. Sep 12, 2017 at 11:22 AM
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    So very quick to find me! I was trying to hide in the shadows.....
     
  7. Sep 12, 2017 at 11:24 AM
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    just happened to be the top thread on the home page when I refreshed, and I recognized the name. I also am offended at the title...too built for Alabama pshhht whatevs lol
     
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  8. Sep 12, 2017 at 11:24 AM
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    the goal is to be overbuilt for Alabama. but maybe not AOP
     
  9. Sep 12, 2017 at 3:56 PM
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    Coming soon to a Tacoma near me

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  10. Sep 16, 2017 at 6:57 AM
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    Icon UCA install

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  11. Sep 16, 2017 at 7:03 AM
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    World of difference right?
     
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  12. Sep 16, 2017 at 7:08 AM
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    Unbelievably so. I didn't realize how much the ball joint would max out in daily driving until I flew over a train track last night with the uniballs, lol.

    Now I'm riding on a cloud up front and a rock in the rear.
     
  13. Sep 16, 2017 at 7:10 AM
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    that's how I was when I had my spacer/block lift. since it was a high enough lift I added the UCAs and they made the front end ride great. then I went leaf spring pack and thought how could it get any better? then added the kings lol. world of difference for each addition.
     
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  14. Sep 16, 2017 at 7:34 AM
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    The single AAL is pretty rough in the rear. But sliders are more important at this point, so I'm going to have to ride on it for a bit until I can get a Dakar pack.

    I'll be ready to ride the parks pretty soon.
     
  15. Oct 10, 2017 at 12:19 PM
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    You bought this at Hiley Mazda? :facepalm:


















    JK, the owner is a friend of mine. :thumbsup:
     
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  17. Dec 27, 2017 at 5:58 PM
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    Was just about the best deal I found in the state for the truck I wanted. Even more so since it came decked out with everything Toyota would put on a Tacoma and a $800 bed cover.

    Was a great place to buy from.
     
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  18. Dec 27, 2017 at 6:05 PM
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    They also own the local Audi dealership. I will always recommend them. Next time I see Matt, i’m Let him know that you’re another satisfied customer.
     
  19. Dec 28, 2017 at 6:37 AM
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    Testing clearances in the neighborhood. Couldn’t get the wheel all the way into the wheel well, but the cab mount and pinch weld were stopping me from turning the wheel straight. Time to start cutting

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    Happy New Year brother!!!

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