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Mira Build

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Builds (2016-2023)' started by VangaSTL, Mar 12, 2018.

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  1. Mar 12, 2018 at 1:10 PM
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    VangaSTL

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    I guess it's about time I made one of these.

    Intro:
    I'm a Network Administrator for a medium, family owned, communications company based out of St. Louis, MO. I have a 2016 TRD Sport 4x4 purchased November of 2015. I've named the truck "Mira" after a Mandalorian bounty hunter from the Star Wars Universe. I'll spare you the nerdiness of the complete background and why i chose this particular name.

    Also feel free to follow me on my Instagram Account: @codename_mira

    Suspension:
    -Bilstein 6112 front shocks set to 5th notch (highest)
    -Total Chaos Upper Control Arms
    - @HeadStrong Off-Road 1/4" Lean spacer
    -Bilstein 5160 rear shocks
    -Dakar EL095R Leaf Pack
    -Dakar
    $50 EL46XL ARB XL to Suit El095R 96R
    EL46XL AAL
    -Dakar Carrier Bearing Drop
    -SpeedwayMotors Leaf Spring Liner
    -Energy Suspension Leaf Pack Bushings
    -Stainless Steel Extended Brake Lines

    Wheels:
    -TRD T4R SEMA Wheels 17x7 w/ -4 offset
    -TOYO OpenCountry A/TII 285/75R17

    Armor:
    - @JLee BAMF Recessed Grill
    -RCI Off Road IFS Skid 3/16" steel
    -RCI Off Road Transmission Skid 3/16" steel

    Power Train:
    -ECGS Clamshell CV Axle Bushing
    -ARB Differential Breather Mod

    Lighting:
    -Diode Dynamics SL1 Low Beams
    -Diode Dynamics XML2 Fog Lights
    -Diode Dynamics XP80 Front Turn
    -Diode Dynamics XP80 Rear Turn
    -Diode Dynamics XP80 Brake
    -Diode Dynamics XP50 Reverse
    -Diode Dynamics Interior Lights (Map, Dome, Vanity, License)
    -Relentless Fabrication Roof Mount 52" LED Bar Brackets
    -Rago Fabrication Bumper 30" LED Bar Brackets
    -EYourLife 52" curved Light Bar (Amazon)
    -DJI4x4 30" straight Light Bar (Amazon)
    -OffRoadOnly Rock Lights
    - @mesojdm Ultimate Turn Signals
    - @mesojdm Super Ultimate 3rd Brake Light w/ @Baja Designs

    Electrical:
    - @forty2 Cubby Switch plate
    - @mesojdm Overhead Console Switch Plate
    - Homemade Relay Box
    -CH4x4 switches
    -HyperTech Inline Speedometer Calibration Unit
    -FR-S TRD Push Button Start
    - @KB Voodoo Remote Start
    -Pop and Lock Locking Tailgate

    Other:
    - @mesojdm GASHOLE
    - @rrentrop glovebox inserts
    - @rrentrop tailgate inserts
    - Custom painted Interior Dash
    - Rokblokz XL mudflaps
    - TEQDecals custom bedside stickers
    - Cab Mount Chop
    - WeatherTech Floormats
    - RCI Off Road Hi-Lift Rail Mounts

    Day 01
    TRD front.jpg

    First Off-Road Adventure
    30253467320_8268eb1d5d_o.jpg

    Custom Interior
    20170126_075832.jpg

    As She Sits Now
    natural HDR.jpg
     
    Last edited: Aug 15, 2018
    VangaSTL, Mar 12, 2018
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  2. Mar 12, 2018 at 2:31 PM
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    HIYota

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    Check my build thread...too much to list.
    Those don’t look like 35’s Garrick!
     
    HIYota, Mar 12, 2018
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  3. Mar 12, 2018 at 2:34 PM
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    rlx02

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    rlx02 ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

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    It's got a nice storm trooper theme going!
     
    rlx02, Mar 12, 2018
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  4. Mar 12, 2018 at 2:36 PM
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    Taco16Jessy

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    Now accepting monetary donations for mods!
    35"s would have looked better...
     
    Taco16Jessy, Mar 12, 2018
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  5. Mar 12, 2018 at 2:50 PM
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    Coming from people who don't have 35s :crapstorm:
     
    VangaSTL, Mar 12, 2018
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  6. Mar 12, 2018 at 2:58 PM
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    G.T.

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    G.T. Official TW Burrito Inspector

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    Some stick on chrome from pep boys
    315 > 285
     
    G.T., Mar 12, 2018
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  7. Mar 12, 2018 at 3:00 PM
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    JLee

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    I lost track thousands of dollars ago.
    I like how you put the grille in the Armor section :muscleflexing:
     
    JLee, Mar 12, 2018
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  8. Mar 12, 2018 at 3:07 PM
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    I got nothing coming from you. :bowdown:

    It protects my radiator from rocks :yes:
     
    VangaSTL, Mar 12, 2018
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  9. Mar 12, 2018 at 3:11 PM
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    Check my build thread...too much to list.
    I’m just waiting for the tread to wear out on this set...
     
    HIYota, Mar 12, 2018
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  10. Mar 12, 2018 at 3:18 PM
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    560B1399-7A20-4C1B-A84C-F1D181EF26B9.jpg

    No point in having friends if there isn’t any ball breaking
     
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  11. Mar 13, 2018 at 6:06 AM
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    Mmmm Long Travel :drool::mudding:
     
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  12. Mar 13, 2018 at 7:21 AM
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    All kidding aside, do you have an end goal for the truck?
     
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  13. Mar 13, 2018 at 1:34 PM
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    VangaSTL

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    What's an end goal? LOL. As of right now this is my daily driver so I'm trying to keep the truck somewhat driveable. I'm trying to balance capability and practicallity. After getting the larger tires, I'm definitely going to regear and throw on some sliders, after that I think my build is going to drastically slow down. There is a bunch of stuff I'd love to do like a bed rack with a RTT, mounted recovery gear, Steel front bumper, high clearance rear bumper, winch, etc. But with the amount of wheeling I do its not really a necessity. I'm very close to being extremely content with my truck.
     
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  14. Mar 20, 2018 at 10:44 AM
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    VangaSTL

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    Finishing up my Total Chaos Upper Control Arms today

    20180319_220924.jpg
     
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  15. Mar 21, 2018 at 6:56 AM
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    Beat back my pinch weld and trimmed and tucked the fender liner behind the pinch weld. No more rubbing!

    20180320_171200.jpg
     
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  16. Apr 10, 2018 at 4:56 PM
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    Can you post a pic of this area all completed please.
     
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  17. Apr 10, 2018 at 5:06 PM
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    VangaSTL

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    VangaSTL [OP] Well-Known Member

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    That picture is the completed picture. You can see the fender liner tucked behind the pinch weld. Or are you wanting to see how much space I have now between my tire and the back fender?
     
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  18. Apr 10, 2018 at 10:05 PM
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    Yes. A straight on side profile pic would be helpful if you have time. The job you did on the interior is Amazing!
     
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  19. Apr 11, 2018 at 6:19 AM
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    VangaSTL

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    I'll see what I can do, I rode my motorcycle to work today, so it'll have to wait until i get home this afternoon.
     
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  20. Apr 11, 2018 at 5:48 PM
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    Sorry it took so long but ask and you shall receive

    20180411183155_IMG_1292.jpg
     
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