The Golden Triangle (Beaumont, Port Arthur, Nederland)

That is actually smart though...

 

Do you have a link to those?

 

They are just cheapo Amazon ones. Bluetooth control

 

Not to shabby 13 mpg pulling pop up to San Antonio.

 

That's what I get while not towing anything.

 

I've seen the way you drive, you have a heavy foot...
https://youtu.be/ri7xl8cZ6AQ

 

Does anyone here have a press? Trying to replace the lower struts bushings in my OME coilovers but I blew a seal in my old press.

 

Floor jack and framerail

 

I might give that a shot

 

@Talmek

 

@Overkill07 - Thanks for the invitation man.

I'm a Tacoma newbie from Orange looking to meet a bunch of good folks to learn from.

Let's do this.

- Tal

 

Willing to travel to an off-road park like in Gilmer or Hot Springs?

 

Depending on prior notice, sure. I've got family members that would need care in my absence but that doesn't prevent me from traveling if vacation allows.

 

Is this another suspension installation in the wild?

 

Nope trying to figure out when the next small trip would be, you want to go back to hot springs?

 

I talked to John aka @Talmek at Lee's today. Cool guy, and already got the mod bug. Sounds like he's interested in a mild lift and some light armor.

 

That's how it starts

 

I guess to start, here's what I'm looking at doing:

1. Toyota OEM TRD Pro SEMA Black 17X8 Aluminum Wheel Set of 4
2. BFG KO2 265/70R17 (Load Class C - Thank you @fajitas21 for helping me with that)
3. Southern Style Off-Road hybrid front bumper
4. <Insert community recommended rear bumper here>
5. All-pro rock sliders and skid plates
6. Bilstein 5100s and OME 887s or 888s front coils because @fajitas21 said so (I don't even know what that means - are you guys really sure you want to do this?)
7. <Whatever else folks recommend that would be needed as a starter pack>

If you couldn't tell, I'm relying heavily on the group's experience. I have a vision of what I want to be capable of doing, I just need help understanding what's going to be required to get there.

- Tal

 

there are a lot of options depending on budget. @fajitas21 knows his stuff and has provided a good info. Not knowing exact use your wanting out of your truck makes it hard to give suggestions. Heres my thought on your list.
1. Are Sema's really 17x8"? I thought they are 17x7.5, I went with the FN Fx Pro to get same look, 8" width and bronze PC.
2. I've ran these for 16k miles so far and seems like a good all around tire. I'am going to try something new here very soon.
3. The Slim Line Hybrid? How soon are you looking? I may have on for sale in the next 6-12 months.
4. Standard or HC? bumper only or swing out also?
5. I would have this as #1 on the list. Protect it so your not spending mod money on repiars.
6. 5100's is a good budget setup. Theres also the option of moving up to the 6112/5160 or OME Nitro chargers.
7. This will change as you use your truck in different ways and find things you want to change.

 

@SuperBad

I'd like my truck to be more capable for off-roading (more than just stock, of course) with medium difficulty trail-running abilities. I'm not really looking to run Baja or anything like that - ultimately this is going to be my long-term daily driver and weekend get-together (hopefully) truck.

In response to your replies:

1. I think they're 8" but don't know for sure (this is based on the seller's reply to the question) - I like the style/color combination and want to maintain a flush appearance with the fender wells.
2. Thanks for the feedback - again, I'm looking for all-around capabilities for the truck so if this fits then that decision is made.
3. I'm in the market now, but I would foresee this being purchased within 6 months. I'd heavily consider buying yours if it's already powder-coated black and reasonably priced as the ones I'm looking at are unpainted.
4. What's HC? I'd like to learn more about what the options are on rear bumpers but something that would streamline well with the appearance of the front bumper.
5. Should I couple this with the suspension work to raise the truck and protect it in one shot?
6. Again - no idea what's good/better/best and will be totally reliant upon self-education and you guys' opinions on this.

Thanks for the help so far. I'll be uploading photos soon so those interested can see what I'm working with.