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DefconBrix [ overland Tacoma build ]

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Builds (2005-2015)' started by DefconBrix, Dec 21, 2013.

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  1. Dec 7, 2014 at 10:45 AM
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    I have a question about your long travel set up. You seem to mainly use it for expedition and general off-roading. Not much baja style type stuff.

    Do you have the maintenance issues and drivability issues and squeaks and groans that I keep reading about on the LT section?
     
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  2. Dec 7, 2014 at 11:35 AM
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    Also about the Bullydog Tuner. It says it's for supercharged Tacomas. Does it work with a regular V6 and have you had real noticeable improvement with it?
     
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  3. Dec 7, 2014 at 12:37 PM
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    Check the build thread.
    I typically clean/lube the uni-balls and check the grease with the zurt fittings every oil change. If I go into really dirty areas I will try to do the same thing within a few days after the trip.

    I did build this truck to be a trail rig with exploring being the main focus. I have no desire to drive fast in whoop sections (at least not with this truck).

    No squeak or groans and I drive this truck all over the west coast and the drivability is what continues to sell me on the 2 over long travel kits. Just even to have a great time offroad and completely functional as a comfortable daily driver.

    BullyDog is making these for non supercharged Tacomas now — I brought my truck into them for a week for R&D. After I got the truck back the next day my wheel came off while driving — lug nut issues. It's still in the shop after a month of waiting on 1 part that just came in on Friday. So I don't have much to tell you on what I notice differently yet. I will do a review though after a month of testing.
     
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  4. Dec 7, 2014 at 12:43 PM
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    Nice. Thanks for the quick response. Sorry to hear about the damage. I torque my wheels to 95 or 100. I don't agree with toyotas 85 lb torque spec especially with lifted rigs and bigger tires.
     
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  5. Dec 10, 2014 at 1:22 PM
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    Hellyeah buddy....us dudes that nominated you got you a tie for the win:D
     
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  6. Dec 10, 2014 at 2:16 PM
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    Any updates on interior pics? Heated and cooled?
     
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  7. Dec 10, 2014 at 10:22 PM
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    Check the build thread.
    Seriously so stoked for this! All that money I spent this year paid off lol
    Thank you so much for making this happen! You all freaking rock!


    I'll try to get some good photos of the interior this weekend.

    I did get the Degreez heated and cooled option for both front seats from Katzkin. 3 levels of both. I run it on the cooled setting all the time and its like sitting on an ice pack when its on high lol
     
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  8. Dec 10, 2014 at 10:47 PM
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    Some Throwback Thursday Photos!

    When the build first started gaining some traction / attention.
    With Toyo 33's, Rigid lighting, Frontrunner rack, All-Pro long travel and armor.

    [​IMG]

    A couple months later...
    Toyo 35's, TruckVault and Method Beadlocks

    [​IMG]
     
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  9. Dec 10, 2014 at 10:51 PM
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    Sean, Congratulations. Honestly am surprised it was a tie. I wanted to mention how I appreciate the humble approach to your build and the thread. It is always refreshing to watch builds that are truly passionate and is a great read.
     
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  10. Dec 11, 2014 at 1:59 PM
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    Katzkin heated and cooled seats? Wow! Those are $$$$, but at least from what I hear those come with a free sample of Vagisil.
     
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  11. Dec 11, 2014 at 2:18 PM
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    Check the build thread.
    Some of us like the finer things in this offroad "suburu trail living" life :D lol
     
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  12. Dec 11, 2014 at 2:28 PM
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    Update on the interior:

    Katzkin Tuscany Leather with Perforated Suede
    Degreez heated and cooled seat options to make those hot summers and cold winters a little more pleasant.

    [​IMG]

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  13. Dec 11, 2014 at 2:30 PM
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    I like to rub it on before. OMG, so nice!
     
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    Better hide your truck...I might do dirty things to her at night! Lol...

    Beast mode!
     
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  15. Dec 11, 2014 at 7:19 PM
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    Thanks guys!

    Kyle, This whole setup/options are over $3k. The heat/cool option for both front seats retails for $2k but most dealers will cut some deals on the whole package plus instal.

    Some dealers give deeper discounts than others and price changes a lot with options like what type of leather if it's perforated etc etc...
     
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  17. Dec 11, 2014 at 10:38 PM
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    So was it $3k for what you have installed or was it $5k?

    Leather seats with heaters are attractive-once you've had them, you don't laugh so much about them anymore. Not sure about the cooling feature.
     
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    How much does it run minus the heat/cool?
     
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  19. Dec 12, 2014 at 5:35 AM
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    Dont know why i havent subbed to my favorite build yet but sub'd now
    this thing just keeps getting better and better
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  20. Dec 12, 2014 at 9:06 AM
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    Damn!...looking good Marine!

    :D

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