PNW_Tacoma 2017 DCLB TRD OR MGM

Those relocation mounts are beasts

 

Speaking of which, who makes those?

 

I've seen it done with a supporting jack and without it. Mine was done without support and it was fine. These are made by alpine designs. Check em out on IG

 

Thanks man!

 

They look great about how long did it take to do the relocate.

 

I took it to a local fab guy since he has a plasma cutter. It took him a solid 6 hours to get this done.

 

Thanks that’s about what I estimated. Going to do this to a friends truck.

 

for your tire setup below.. only CMC was done to clear this size tire? i have the same wheel and i am asking.

Wheels/Tires

• Set 4: SCS F5 17x9 3.5 bs, -38mm on NittonRidge a Grapplers 285/70/17
• CMC done as there was slight rubbing at full tuck with stock UCA's

 

So, in thinking about wrap ideas, my guy Sergio @ PDX_Graphics did a topo wrap with cutout topo lines. It's just in the lower panels and mirror covers for now and I'll add the hood later.

Oh, and my GFC is getting closer to a reality. My estimated build completion is March-April, so I'll be doing a road trip to Montana soon!

 

Had a fun weekend wheeling with Mateo of Tacomabeast along with a few buddies.

 

Mind sharing photos of what you had to trim out of the wheel well. I know you did a cab mount relocation and I assume you had to flatten the pinch weld but curious if/what else you had to trim (flares, fenders, wheel liners, etc.)? Also did you instal superbumps to limit uptravel and prevent rubbing at the top of the wheel well? Thanks in advance and awesome build.

 

Will do this weekend. I’m also installing the new fend-x liners and will post pics all at once for you.

 

Finally got to improving the interior with sound deadening on four doors as well as installed an @oemaudioplus Reference 500q system with sub amp.

Sound deadening is game changing as it drastically cut down on road noise and makes the cabin feel and sound more luxurious. I selected this new 3 in 1 product from Silencer Inc (based out of Washington state).

 

I did this on my Vanagon and it was such an improvement. Looks like it's time to add it to the Taco mod list too.......

 

Interested as well in if you had to flatten the pinch welds, etc... I’ve been cutting and almost brought out the sledgehammer this weekend for the wheel wells, was hitting the pinch weld as hard after the bumper and winch install.

wondering if finally doing a good lift with UCAs would help me avoid having to bang in the pinch weld. Thanks, your truck is a big inspiration in my build!

 

are those photos of the olibott challenge?
@oscolivar1 @Synergy001 @Cavalry_PRO

 

Well, with the wheel well being so small, I think you should still flatten the pinch weld. Be careful with the BFH and don’t smash in the firewall!

Yes a lift and UCA’s will help, but not so much when tucked. YMMV

 

Put the CVT on for a few weeks to reminisce the old "overland" setup

 

So, GFC #200 is finally here! Drove through 4 states to have this installed in person. All I can say is WOW, the GFC is amazing....also Montana is BEAUTIFUL!

 

Your build is amazing. and your trok is beautiful