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@rwbmedusa build

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Builds (2016-2023)' started by rwbmedusa, Mar 28, 2017.

  1. Mar 28, 2017 at 5:12 PM
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    rwbmedusa

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    rwbmedusa [OP] @rwbmedusa (IG)

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    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/medusa-offroad-overland-rwb-support-build.483364/
    Current setup http://buildprint.io/mb/rwbmedusa
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    Hi Tacomaworld!

    I have always been a car guy and the truck world is fairly new to me. This would be my first truck build as I recently sold my "stock" second gen 2wd daily driver for a 2017 TRD Offroad 4x4. My plan is to build a well rounded daily driver / offroad & overland capable / RWB support vehicle.

    First truck picture the day it arrived at the dealership
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    With my past few vehicles all running Volk Racing TE37 wheels, I just had to continue the tradition... TE37X progressive in 16x8 0
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    TRD Pro grill installed
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    TE37v & TE37x Progressive
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    First look at the Pelfreybilt armor x Bajadesigns lights
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    Previous builds:
    2010 Mitsubishi Evo X MR
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    1972 Toyota Celica
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    RWB Medusa / 1995 Porsche 911 Carrera 2
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    Follow me on instagram https://www.instagram.com/rwbmedusa/

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    Last edited: Jan 18, 2018
    rwbmedusa, Mar 28, 2017
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  2. Mar 28, 2017 at 5:29 PM
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    rwbmedusa

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    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/medusa-offroad-overland-rwb-support-build.483364/
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    http://www.pelfreybilt.com
    aluminum front bumper / bolt-on sliders / steel rear bumper / complete set of aluminum skid plates

    https://www.bajadesigns.com
    S8 30” driving combo LED light bar / squadron-r pro amber wide cornering LED light / s2 pro wide cornering LED light

    https://www.theretrofitsource.com
    complete Morimoto LED interior & exterior set / Morimoto elite HID ballasts / 6500k HID bulbs / custom etching STi-R lens

    http://www.odysseybattery.com
    31-PC2150 / 35-PC1400

    http://www.switch-pros.com
    SP-8100 bezel style 8-switch panel style power system

    https://www.warn.com
    Zeon 10s platinum / control pack relocation kit / epic shackles / epic snatch block / epic tree trunk protector / premium recovery strap / camo bag

    http://www.chaosfab.com
    upper control arms / weld-on spindle gussets

    https://www.bedslide.com
    1500CG

    https://www.tred4x4.com.au
    TRED pro / mounting bracket

    https://www.rayswheels.co.jp/products/wheel.php?lang=en&wheel=TE37X-PRO
    TE37x Progressive model 16x8 0 wheels

    http://www.mackin-ind.com/portfolio/r40/
    R40 neochrome lug nuts

    https://www.toyotires.com
    Open Country A/T II
    285/75/16

    http://oemaudioplus.com/toyota/tcd1600/
    reference 450q

    http://adamspolishes.com
    shampoo & conditioner for silky smooth hair


    Toyo warehouse
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    Toyo open country A/T II
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    TRED Pro
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    TE37X
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    theRetrofitsource: complete Morimoto LED interior & exterior set / Morimoto elite HID ballasts / 6500k HID bulbs / custom "Medusa" etching STi-R lens
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    WARN Zeon 10-S Platinum
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    Idyllwild
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    Post Idyllwild
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    Antelope Valley Poppy Reserve
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    King shocks x Total chaos x Deaver suspension
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    TE37X x Toyo Tires x idlers
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    Pelfreybilt offroad / Bajadesigns / Switch-pros / Warn industries / Factor55 / Odyssey battery / the Retrofitsource / Total chaos fabrication /
    Deaver suspension / Volk racing / Toyo tires / Tred4x4 / Husky liners / Adams polishes

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    rwbmedusa, Mar 28, 2017
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  3. Mar 30, 2017 at 4:55 PM
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    I saw your truck on Instagram and glad you made a build thread. Truck looks great!
     
    loopy, Mar 30, 2017
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  4. Apr 1, 2017 at 3:34 AM
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    Nice pics, cool to see more car guys getting into offroad stuff lately.
     
    Nzo, Apr 1, 2017
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  5. Apr 29, 2017 at 2:48 PM
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    rwbmedusa

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    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/medusa-offroad-overland-rwb-support-build.483364/
    exhaust reroute and chop to accomodate @Pelfreybilt sliders

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    rwbmedusa, Apr 29, 2017
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  6. Apr 30, 2017 at 7:04 PM
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    Awesome build!! Love the RWB Porsche so clean:thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:
     
    Aaronlammm, Apr 30, 2017
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  7. May 2, 2017 at 5:17 PM
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    rwbmedusa

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    Bedslide 1500CG
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    rwbmedusa, May 2, 2017
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  8. May 2, 2017 at 9:17 PM
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    Love your rig bro. Best 3rd gen yet in my opinion.
     
    schmack b, May 2, 2017
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  9. May 28, 2017 at 10:02 AM
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    rwbmedusa

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    Wekfest Long Beach

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    rwbmedusa, May 28, 2017
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  10. Jun 17, 2017 at 5:37 PM
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    Pilot rock 06-17-17

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  11. Jun 20, 2017 at 7:47 PM
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    Per the Bedslide website, the one that fits the Tacoma short bed is the 1000 classic. How did you fit the 1500 cg in there?
     
    jackmayoffer, Jun 20, 2017
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  12. Jun 20, 2017 at 10:09 PM
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    rwbmedusa

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    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/medusa-offroad-overland-rwb-support-build.483364/
    the website or webstore is not really that specific. I suggest calling them to know your options and they will give you the specific model/item number that will fit your vehicle
     
    rwbmedusa, Jun 20, 2017
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  13. Sep 5, 2017 at 11:31 AM
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    Adventure Trailers Tacoma Habitat Pelfreybilt Rock Sliders Line-X Pelfreybilt Pro mid, Gas, Exhaust Reroute Skids Hondo Unholey Dash mount Total Chaos Bed Stiffeners Redline Tuning Hood Lift Struts Weathertech Floor Liners
    Nice build. I'm currently installing a Warn Zeon 10s in a Pelfreybilt bumper. Where did you mount the top of the winch after using the relocation kit? A picture would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance.
     
    tacofort, Sep 5, 2017
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  14. Sep 26, 2017 at 6:40 PM
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    rwbmedusa

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    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/medusa-offroad-overland-rwb-support-build.483364/

    Sorry I havent updated the build thread lately.. please message me on instagram or here via PM so I get an email notification. I didnt use the relocation kit. Just dropped it in and removed a portion of the T bracket located by the intercooler area
     
    rwbmedusa, Sep 26, 2017
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  15. Nov 18, 2017 at 9:53 AM
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    Jessrin

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    Jessrin Oh, okay...

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    Nice hood wrap.

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  16. Jan 9, 2018 at 6:22 PM
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    Big fan of any RWB car.

    And the truck looks great on Volks. I dig that.
     
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  17. Jan 10, 2018 at 3:16 PM
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    Sorry if this been asked, but how many issues did you run into when you first mounted that wheel and tire setup? That’s what I would like to run but on a stock TRD Pro. And keeping it stock suspension and stock bumber.
     
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  18. Jan 16, 2018 at 10:03 PM
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    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/medusa-offroad-overland-rwb-support-build.483364/
    Sorry its been a while.. been really busy with SEMA and CES


    thank you
     
    rwbmedusa, Jan 16, 2018
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  19. Jan 16, 2018 at 10:09 PM
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    I initially mounted my TEs with stock tires, no lift and even went offroad with it.
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