[Pluto] Spvrtan's semi-overland build

Great looking truck! Any significance to the blue grill surround?

 

Because Pluto (the planet) is small (so I got a large truck) and has a blue haze that makes the planet seem blue. My truck, or build, is named Pluto.

 

I dig it.

 

Installed my Hypertech Speedometer Calibrator today. The unit fixes the odometer readings also. This was a mod way overdue because when the truck read 80mph I was actually going about 86. I've been running 37s since around 5k on the odometer and now it reads 36k but I'm sure it's really supposed to be at least 40k.

No pictures of the actual install since the hardware is stowed away behind the instrument cluster panel but I did mess around with the ICP while I had it out by painting it white and blue to match the ongoing theme of Pluto. Had some fun with the 90-120mph readouts, too.

 

Mounted a Plano Molding locking storage case on the roof along with a set of four Baja Designs Squadron XL Pro lights. The center two are a high-speed spot pattern while the outer two are hybrids (spot top, flood bottom) and angled out. The lights aren't wired in yet since I ran out of time; I also need to figure out a switch for the "dimmed" feature -- or 50% output -- of the LEDs.

 

Didn't have much time today due to a case of massive mud butt but I was able to spend a few minutes mounting my set of TRED Pro recovery tracks onto the underside of my Pelfreybilt custom bed rack. The mounts provided can hold 4 tracks, as I have 2 more in the garage, but I don't feel the need to have that many in the truck for now. The yellow bungee cords are just for extra support though they aren't necessary.

 

nice truck man!

 

Sneak peak at the mounted Relentless Defender bumper! I got the Warn winch on there, too, but still need to install the fairlead along with the rope.

There were a few alignment fitment issues, and I had to drill the holes larger after also popping out the OEM bumper frame bolts, but I'm overall extremely pleased with how the new bumper is functionally built.

 

Full shot of the Defender bumper! It makes Pluto look more fierce. That's ~135lbs of pure American steel; 3/16th plating and 1/4th at the primary mounting point. Approach angles are extremely improved over stock. If you're in the market for a functional aftermarket bumper, hit up Relentless to place your order.



Additional shots from another angle and the side to show the bumpers fitment, form, and function. Solid angles. Clean lines. Stout hoop. You can order the Defender bumper without through hoop, too, if that's your flavor. There are also well-placed accessory points for LEDs (bar or pods) and room for a 12k winch. Relentless spared no expense when designing this bumper.



"She ain't fat, bruh; she's just a lil thick." Pluto all up in, on, and over your face. There are a few pieces still missing to that front that I have in mind though. We're taking the truck out to Sedona for a week in a few days so we'll be sure to get some sweet shots in.

 

Long overdue but I finally got around to installing my Coachbuilder +3 shackles today. These are both aluminum and beefy; total additional lift is roughly 1.65". The truck's ass end was starting to sag from all the constant gear on the truck so these helped to level out the stance again.

 

lol 2nd look i noticed Woody hanging off the back bumper

 

Spent the last week in and around Sedona! Below is a picture dump from my Instagram ("spvrtan")..

 

At it again and brought back the black TRD Pro grill!

 

Saw this truck in person, its incredible. It was nice meeting you Spvrtan!

 

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