Fitting 35’s with minimal trimming NOW ADDING LONG TRAVEL AND 934 CV’s

Idk if this is what you’re looking for but this is where I cut, how I modified my skid and built a bumper.

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads...h-angle-with-modified-skid-and-bumper.677127/

 

I think that’s what I’m leaning towards. 600lb should be Gucci. If anything the truck is getting a bit lighter. I’m shaving down everything I can. Remaking skids more wisely this time.

I finally ditched my tire carrier. I was tired of convincing myself that was a good idea. I hated that thing- truck felt like it was splitting in half with that cantilevered mass sticking out of the back, couldn’t see, reverse camera angle was shit because it wasn’t in its designed place, couldn’t let the tailgate down to put a mower or plywood in.

 

Ditching my swingout a couple of years ago was the best move over. I hated that thing.

 

Yep, perfect. That's basically what I'm thinking about doing. Thank you! That looks good.

 

That’s probably because I hadn’t done anything new to the truck in 5 years. I’m going to try to see if I can get away with using my TiG at home without finding HOA fines in my mailbox weekly. I’ve got a ton of stuff I still need to do. The noise from grinding / prep is my big problem where I live & My truck is too long to fit in my garage and be able to close the garage door so I also can’t do any multi day projects at home either.

When I was a kid we would rent space in industrial complexes and split the cost among 4-6 people so it was super affordable and that was always a great arrangement that gave everyone a hassle free spot to wrench. We took over a space that even had a paint booth once. I checked out a few spots around me recently for that purpose and was shocked at the rent $.

 

What it is that you'd have to TIG?

 

Im confused by your statement. Your being sent 16x600 and Harry recommended 18x600 to reduce preload?

 

I bought a new MiG/TiG a couple of years ago just because TiG is quieter and cleaner. I’ve only used it a few times but have received no complaints from neighbors or HOA issues yet. I also use a Milwaukee cordless die grinder with scotch discs to prep surfaces which is much quieter than my 4” grinder with flap discs.

 

True on both regards. I was just pondering how you would grind materials, as my corded Dewalt is crazy loud. I typically wear ear mufflers. My pneumatic die grinder is very loud as well.

I still need to reinforce the frame on my truck. Only tool is my TIG though. Driver side DMZ engine mount gusset is going to be tricky.

 

I can understand that. Wrenching in an HOA community is a recipe for fines. I’ve been in apartments for the past couple of years and borrowing friends equipment to get work done when needed. Less than ideal but you do what has to be done.

It wasn’t until recently where I manage to move into a place I have room to work so I picked up my own MIG machine. Nothing special but I’m stoked to have it available.

I’ve also looked into splitting a spot with friends who have similar interests but like you said, the costs are insane and make it not worth the effort.

 

No. I have 16x700 on right now due to a minor mixup and Harry is sending me 18x600. He recommended 18 over 16 due to it being a lighter coil. That way I can have a decent ride height without having to have the preload cranked up.

 

@EatSleepTacos for your Crocs

 

I basically copied Randy as far as the 2x2 bar across and added doublers inside to the frame. Then just plasma’d out some frame plates and built two bars up and a bunch of cross bars. Didn’t have full time at home to finish but I’m gonna bolt on uhmw to the front of the bars for my skid.

 

I used an all pro front bumper with out the bottom piece that comes with it. Built some brackets that tie it in to the frame and added some bolts in the middle to rivnuts in the new crossmember I welded in. Doesn’t hang down any farther than the frame rails.

 

I hate the 2 piece design that allpro comes with, I might have to copy this

 

I prefer plate bumpers and knew I didn’t have the time or patience to build one I would be happy with right now. I believe they also make this bumper in aluminum. I don’t have a way to weld to AL if I needed to do I stuck with the steel

 

I’m new here, but I’ve been following this thread for quite some time. I’m currently running the JD Slide rack, tc pump and pivots. Gotta say, they build some gnarly stuff. I’m one of the dumb ones on 37’s and this has been my most trouble free year to date. Now I’m just trying to convince myself that I don’t need long travel!

 

I was wondering when you were going to show up here on TW. It's Randy from FB, the one that told you about the slide rack. I got my LT kit installed last week.

 

I Love it! how obnoxious is it with the -38s? Im really trying to avoid glass if possible!

 

It's pretty stupid but I also don't have factory flares. I have +2 glass on the way which will cover to the painted orange line on the tire.