What have you done to your Tacoma today? 1st Gen Edition

Well while we are showing off our boxes...

Shock relocation by MJH Creations, on Flickr

 

Aight, I'll play, boxy is beautfiul

 

I still need to copy your chevy 63 setup ha.

 

Looks good Greg, we gotta wheel together in July sometime.

 

It's a process, but pays off nicely in flex after.







To be honest with you though, the best benefit of the 63 swap is how well it rides while bearing the load now. It was way easier to hit my weight and comfort goals with them than it was with Taco leaf modifications or aftermarket packs.

 

I know dude, I've havnt been out once so far this year! I think I saw you posted about Rausch Next weekend or next month?

 

This worked surprisingly well (and quickly):



Replaced with

$19 Engytrl Upgrade Front Differential Drain Plug Compatible with Toyota 4Runner Sequoia Tacoma Tundra FJ Cruiser Lander Cruiser, Also Compatible with Lexus GX460 GX470 LX570

amazon.com/dp/B0F64SPTD4 (yes I know re Lexus plugs, but I think bigger head size works better).

 

Yeah the flex is almost a non issue for me, it's the fact that I rely on the airbags to maintain drivability when I am loaded up.

Untitled by MJH Creations, on Flickr
Untitled by MJH Creations, on Flickr

Next weekend I am taking the Bronco for a Crawlin for a Cure event, one that is specifically for blood cancer which you know is deeply personal to me because of recent life events. And since he is finally off Blina and can get dirty as he wants again I am getting him camping as much as possible while he is off it. I signed up to be in a blue group because I figured if I am in a group with someone else leading I can't look at a stupid trail or line and be like "let me try that..." Perfect attitude to have with the DD.

 

I’ve got a set of 3/4 tons and a ruffstuff kit, need to swap asap, but I’ll have to settle for now for the t-100 springs I’ve been on for 20 years that are pretty close to done.

My question for those who’ve done the swap, drivability wise, do you feel it makes the ride feel stable/limits body roll on highway? That’s my hope, need to get rid of the body roll, not comfortable at all when you’re nervous about having to make a sudden movement to avoid an accident, etc

 

nice to see jersey representin on tacomaworld lol

 

If it's enough spring rate you don't have to worry about additional body roll. If you're underspung it could become a factor though

 

I wouldn't say that the 63s added any stability at all; they are not about reducing body roll IMO. I don't think they introduced more body roll either, though, but the ride definitely got more comfortable due to the increased leaf length. This is coming from a couple sets of Alcan's prior to the 63s and with a 5700-5800 lbs truck.

 

Pulled my old rusty cut up fender off and put on a new one getting ready to drop Frank off for body work and paint this weekend.

 

How are those kanatis? Loud?

 

Not loud at all, honestly one of my favorite tires I’ve had. I’ve got 2,000 miles on them and they are not wearing excessive or poorly. If they stay the same price I will definitely buy again.

 

Ya great price forsure. Was eyeing those for a potential next set. They're a lot lighter than my Yoko G003 too which is surprising.

 

I was eyeballin em pretty hard too before I got my latest set. Couldn't pass up on a buddy deal of wheels and tires for $500 but the Kanati seemed like the leaders of the affordable 35 pack when I was browsing otherwise.

I like my Mastercraft Courser MXTs that I have right now but to be honest... for a Cooper brand, I'm not sure why they're more expensive than the STT Pros they're a copy of. But being on C load tires again has been nice, they do offer more sizes and load ranges than their Cooper counterparts.

 

You run a 16in wheel right? Those master crafts are a E in a 315.

 

I still have those 16" wheels but I am going to put them on the Land Cruiser, I went to a 35x12.5 R15 instead on some different wheels. Next tires will be for 15s or 17s ... 16s are a dead play anymore.

 

Ah. I would be a more worried about debeading on 15's with a 35 personally. Depends on the wheel though I guess.