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2.7 Expedition Build

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Builds (2005-2015)' started by OahuGrown88, Aug 10, 2014.

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  1. Oct 9, 2014 at 8:35 PM
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    trdagule

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    nice truck
     
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  2. Oct 10, 2014 at 8:55 AM
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    i love this truck. i cant stop looking at it
     
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  3. Oct 12, 2014 at 11:15 AM
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    OahuGrown88

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    BFG AT 265/75R16. ARB Bumper. OME 886 w/ Dakar Leafs. Warn M8000. PIAA Fogs. SEO Synthetic winchline. Leer 100R. Thule Tracker II.
    October 2014 - Decided I wanted drier and more secure storage in the back. Removed the toolbox and mounting bars. Replaced them with a Leer camper, found a great deal on Craigslist. I also added additional D-rings (ebay) in the bed for securing fuel/water cans. Got the idea from the forum. Locking tailgate and rack system are next on the to do list.

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  4. Oct 12, 2014 at 11:52 AM
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    diggin the truck man. Looks good. Got some good pictures up. I'm slowing trying to make mine as expedition ready and overlandish as possible. Don't have a money tree though so slow and steady it goes haha
     
    Shmellmopwho, Oct 12, 2014
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  5. Oct 18, 2014 at 3:13 AM
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    Nice build! I'm going a similar direction with mine! And the ARB bumper is the plate bumper I'm leaning towards, do you like it? how was the install on it?
     
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  6. Oct 19, 2014 at 2:44 PM
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    OahuGrown88

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    BFG AT 265/75R16. ARB Bumper. OME 886 w/ Dakar Leafs. Warn M8000. PIAA Fogs. SEO Synthetic winchline. Leer 100R. Thule Tracker II.
    Love my ARB. Strong, sturdy and I really like the look it gives the truck. Should be a straight forward install, especially since you have an 09 model. 2012+ models require cutting of the factory bumper to install. Previous models bolt on without any modification. Just make sure to upgrade to a stronger suspension. I went with OME 886 shocks, coils and Dakar leaf packs for the rear. Been great so far.
     
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  7. Oct 19, 2014 at 2:55 PM
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    I've got 885's in the front right now! I was planning on upgrading to a plate bumper but I didn't want to ride nose high or super rough until I did. I was hoping the 885's would be good enough, I guess I'll see when I get one!

    Thanks!
     
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  8. Oct 19, 2014 at 3:25 PM
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    OahuGrown88

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    BFG AT 265/75R16. ARB Bumper. OME 886 w/ Dakar Leafs. Warn M8000. PIAA Fogs. SEO Synthetic winchline. Leer 100R. Thule Tracker II.
    Some simple updates. Swapped out the base wiper switch with an intermittent one. Used part number
    $146 84652-02610 Windshield Wiper Switch
    84652-02610. Overall a quick and beneficial mod. Also put in a
    $100 PL5400 Black Manual Tailgate Lock with Bolt Codeable Technology for Toyota Tacoma
    PL5400 Pop and Lock tailgate handle. Plastic feels a little weaker than OEM, but overall not a bad fit and nice to be able to secure items in the camper. I have read some have had issues with the Bolt lock, hopeful mine will be good.

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  9. Oct 26, 2014 at 4:12 PM
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    Keep it up! I just purchased a 2015 AC 2.7l and want to do an overland build but nothing extremely crazy. Yours looks great!
     
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  10. Nov 1, 2014 at 9:31 AM
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    November 2014 - CB radio installed. Uniden 520xl, 2' firestik antenna and ARB bracket. Mounted in the center forward storage bin. Happy wih the way it turned out.

    Uniden 520XL
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    ARB Bumper mount
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  11. Nov 2, 2014 at 11:48 AM
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    great look!
     
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  12. Nov 5, 2014 at 11:22 AM
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    Love the truck! I really need to get on the CB bandwagon. I thought I would be extra cool and go HAM but I just don't have the interest! Hah. Again, truck looks great!
     
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  13. Nov 5, 2014 at 11:29 AM
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    Very Nice! Great pics.
    Question, saw the Southeast Overland coozie, have you purchased from them? I would like to place an order but, loooking for + feedback on TW. Thanks
     
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  14. Nov 6, 2014 at 5:20 PM
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    Nothing but good experiences with Southeast Overland. So far I have ordered a winch line, Tepui RTT and TJM air compressor through them. Winch lines are made in house, excellent quality and craftsmanship. Overall a great business, highly recommended, also enjoy supporting small local business.
     
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  15. Nov 12, 2014 at 1:59 PM
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    Took a trip up to the mountains this past weekend.

    Drove up Old NC 105, some parts still had some fall color.

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    Found a campsite with a good view.

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    Setup Camp.

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    Steaks and Beers. Mmmmmm :)

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    Next day headed out to Max Patch NC, via Hurricane Creek Trail.

    First Water Crossing.

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    View along the trail.

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    The trail was very damp and filled with puddles from recent snow melt.

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    After about 2 hours driving up the trail, made it to the top and arrived at Max Patch. Ended up driving the second half of the trail with a local jeep club. Funny to see a tacoma out front with a bunch of jeeps following, but the company was welcomed due to their knowledge of the trail. We also spent about 30 minutes moving vehicles around in a tight area of the trail after encountering a group of FJs heading the opposite direction. Overall a great time. 2.7 handled the trail like a champ. The views of mountains in every direction were an awesome end to the trip.

    At the top.

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  16. Nov 16, 2014 at 4:52 PM
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    Man, love your truck and absolutely love North Carolina! best views ever.
     
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  17. Nov 18, 2014 at 9:40 PM
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    That's the dream NC is beautiful... Beautiful truck
     
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  18. Dec 14, 2014 at 1:47 PM
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    Been a little while since my last post. Added a Thule tracker II rack system to the shell. Now I got to figure out what to put over the cab.

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  19. Dec 17, 2014 at 5:16 PM
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    God I need to do the wiper mod!!! Looks great man !!!
     
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  20. Dec 20, 2014 at 1:02 PM
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    BFG AT 265/75R16. ARB Bumper. OME 886 w/ Dakar Leafs. Warn M8000. PIAA Fogs. SEO Synthetic winchline. Leer 100R. Thule Tracker II.
    Yes! Wiper Mod has been great.

    Snorkel and oem backup camera are next on the to do list. Still debating between airflow or the new tacoma specific safari snorkel. Open to suggestions.
     
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