Nudavinci's (Taco_Outlaw) 2013 DCSB Taco Build, Adventures and BS

Might be interested but was going to sell the grill whole first.

 

Completed a few more additions the past couple weeks.

B.A.M.F. CB Mount



Had to continue my quest to remove all chrome. Derped the emblems on my car. First time playing around with it. Came out okay. Still need to pick out some of the close sections. Some parts came out when doing so but overall much better looking.




Lastly picked up my B.A.M.F. Sliders last weekend and could not wait to get them installed. For now went with a Bolt on setup with DOM outer tubing, kick out and Fill Plates. Went with fill plates to help with rocks kicking up and "future" proofing for youngins. Installed them the same day as the Derp job. It started raining and only did one side. Ended up completing the rest the next day.

 

Let me know! How have you been liking the matte bronze Ray 10s? I originally wanted to run grey or black but it seems like thats what everyone does.

 

love them. I was in the same boat as you. All black just is too black. I like blacking out and getting rid of chrome but all black is too bland in my opinion on the truck. You need some variation. The matte Bronze in my opinion is a great balance. I almost went with the brushed Copper set that was offered. Actually what got me to go with the Ray10 but thought it may be too much for what ill be using the rig for. My last car was Black and I went with a Grey of sorts for contrast instead of black or black with brushed/chrome lip. Its a good setup. Going grey is again too much grey.

 

Some nice updates from this weekend. Completed the 2010+ 4Runner Brake Swap w/ Stainless lines with ATE 200 Fluid. Went with stock pads for now so I can see how much a semi or ceramic pad changes it later on.

Also added the OME 29XL Leaf to my Dakar Leaf Pack as I will be adding tons of steel in the coming months. For now it brought the back end up another .5 or so which helped give back some rake I was missing and now the front end looks more planted when before it looked a bit high with a sagging back. Geometry changed a ton. Also truck does not feel as sluggish now that its not dragging its rear end around.

Pic right after rolling off the rack and doing a lap around to bed the pads.



Teaser of the Brake Swap. I will be doing a full write up as this was a test fit for Low Range Off-Road. They needed a guinea pig to test out the swap. Plan to do another brake test in about a week after the brakes have a bit more use on them. We did a before and after but it was right after bedding brakes and after a few passes you could feel them gripping a bunch more. Looks killer with the SCSPerformance Ray10s!

 

Big thanks to my Brother Mike for helping me out on Saturday. If your near Morro Bay/San Luis Obispo hit him up at Perry's Auto if you are looking for a good Mechanic. He just picked up a sweet 1996 FJ80 with Dual Factory Lockers, Solid Axles etc. he is pulling part. Made for a nice background in the photos during the work. After working on a couple local guys Land Cruisers he had to get one for himself.

 

Looking good!

 

No major updates recently but plenty of stuff in the works.

Few minor updates, I got around to derping some interior trim pieces to go with the black interior and wired up the 2015 controls so they light up now. Re-wired the HVAC and Helux again in an attempt to get it to work. Still no luck there.

Derped the Gauge Clusters and Toyota Emblem Matte Black. Still need to do the Tweeter surrounds on the front doors.

Before

After

Also did the Helux ring

Before

After


Install/work photos



Stupid HVAC still is not working.

What it used to look like before I messed up the wiring:


And what it looks like now, you can see how dim the HVAC panel is. I also had broken a tab on the right knob inside and ordered a new one. Maybe that will fix my problem but i doubt it. Now the Helux will not light up even when jumped from a 9v. I hope the LEDs did not get fried for some reason (The HVAC does light up via 9v but not from the truck power) My multimeter broke and just ordered a new one. Hoping I can diagnose it.


On the better new my new black 2015 controls now light up. Not the brightest but looks good at night and matches the stock nicely.

 

Also Locker GB is live!
https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/offical-gears-and-locker-group-buy-now-open.490718/

 

Nice build!

 

Thanks! Its coming along!

 

Swapped out my 2013 touchscreen for a 2014 Entune Plus. I was debating on the Nav version but cost and dealing with GPS costs made this an easier swap. Tossed in the Hondo Garage Basic Knobs.

Basic Matte Black Radio Surround for the Entune


Comparison of 2013 and 2014 models.


2014 Entune Plus with Base model Matte Black Surround



Decided to swap the knobs adding to the Black Out with Hondo Garage AR Basic Knobs.


Need to take another photo but quick Night shot after install.


I was worried how the radio would not light up with the Hondo Garage Knobs but looks great at night as well.

 

Added bonus. Ended up buying a new HVAC Unit and ended up getting the base model Matte Black. I was looking around for this and did not realize it when I bought it off ebay. Blends in solid with the Matte Black Radio/AC Surround etc. Now I am debating derping or painting the metal on the Alibaba Knobs.

Still does not light up as it should so it is confirmed it is no the HVAC unit (even though they light up fine via 9v battery). Quest to figure that out continues.

 

Silver Trim Parts and 2014 Radio I purchased to get Mounts and Surround for sale.

FS: TRD OR interior Parts 2013/2014 - Radios and silver Trim

 

do you have a write up on swapping out the 2013 radio with the 14-15?

 

I did not to a write up on it. If you do a quick search there are several threads I used. The radio itself is plug and play at least for basic items. the wiring harnesses are the same. My bluetooth and mic all work without any adjustment.

To pull the radio you pull the HVAC panel first as you need to access some bolts that hold the radio in. After that you pull it straight out and disconnect.

The major difference in the 2013 to 2014 is you will need the radio mounts, and the 14/15 radio surround as the 2013 surround is a bit too big and only fits the 2013 unit. If you want to swap the steering controls it will require a couple new wires to be pinned. At least in the non entune version (which i had). There are some threads on swapping out controls and interior parts.

let me know what your looking for and I can pull a thread or let you know what to do. All in all it was easy. Let me know and ill dig them the threads or info.

 

swapping the steering controls is the part i'll need help with

 

First post on this thread will get you what you need.

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/feeler-interest-gauge-for-12-15-blackout-interior-parts.449999/

I cant recall if the link there tells you everything but it will get the controls out and replaced. The "hard" parts will be pinning the S8 connector so that the controls light up. I have done that and next I am going to the 8 or 9 pin. This on is needed to get the L and R arrows and the Return button to work. This has to be pinned to the S8 and the S25? connector on the radio.

 

@Ellis Precision shift Knob arrived. I had some fun and came up with a TRD Taco design.

Last look at the old shifter.

Comparison to the stock knob. No real difference in overall height but completely different feel.

Blends in perfectly.

Blackout is almost complete on the dash, still debating on tackling the knobs and lower console piece.

Design came out alright, could have even a bit more solid but looks good.

 

Made the trip up to BAMF as my skids are ready.

Picking up the skids from Jerry. Also picked up for alvinfromhawaii so my truck was full of steel! With the extra 29XL Leaf it drove well on the ride home.



Did not take long for them to go on. Couldn't let them sit in the back of the truck for too long.



5 Gallon Home Depot Buckets and 2x4s have done me well with all the heavy BAMF steel. Makes install a breeze.


Right after the IFS alvinfromhawaii showed up for his skids. We have very similar tastes in our trucks.



Completed IFS and Mid. Trans still needs the re-route done before I can install.


Very subtle without the plate bumper but you can feel it in the front end.


100 or so added lbs brought the front down a tad which it needed. Finally adding weight for the 650lb coils.