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2020 TRD OR (Mini) Build Thread

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by jschwerdtfeger, Nov 11, 2020.

  1. Nov 11, 2020 at 2:53 PM
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    jschwerdtfeger

    jschwerdtfeger [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Well, I've started down the rabbit hole for a third time (long story, don't ask). I've had a 2016, 2018, and now a 2020—this one I plan on sticking with (unless one of you have a similarly built long bed you'd like to trade for). I thought I'd catalog my build here, mainly so I had a running list of "done" and "to-dos". I'm also happy to answer any questions you might have.

    • 2020 Tacoma TRD Off-Road, DCSB, MGM, AT, Premium Tech package w/ JBL
    • Alu-Cab Explorer
    • Accutune mid-travel Fox kit: 2.5 up front (set at 1.5") non-adjustable remote resi, 2.0 out back, adjustable.
    • Camburg Moog UCAs
    • Deaver Expo Stage I leaf packs
    • Archive Garage U-Bolt Flip kit
    • 2021 4Runner TRD Pro wheels, OEM black lugs
    • 255/75r17 Wrangler DuraTrac
    • Taco Garage all black TRD Pro Grill
    • Baja Design Squadron Sport Amber Fogs
    • Total Chaos bed stiffeners
    • OEM Bed mat
    • Mountain Hatch tailgate
    • Debadged / Destickered
    • OvTuned: 04B81_Reg_33
    • Weathertech Floormats
    • SSCO Shift knob
    • Hondo Garage un-holey mount and perfect squeeze phone holder
    • Ceramic Pro Coating: Silver package
    • OEM LED Headlight swap with Morimoto harness
    • Greenlane Offroad Skids and Sliders w/ Top Plate
    • Meso Stage 1 Taillights

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  2. Nov 11, 2020 at 2:56 PM
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    Tacospike

    Tacospike Semi-Unknown Custodial Member

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    Looks good. Keep on keepin on
     
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  3. Nov 16, 2020 at 6:39 PM
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    itswhitneyman

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    Siiiick Jeff.
     
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  4. Nov 16, 2020 at 6:49 PM
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    Ferrell

    Ferrell Kinda walks like Sasquatch

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    So clean! Looking good my friend.
     
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  5. Nov 23, 2020 at 7:25 PM
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    seanbabs

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    Wow. That looks really nice. I’m started to get interest I some 704s for my Tacoma!
     
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  6. Nov 23, 2020 at 8:40 PM
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    Blackbeard83

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    Love it!
     
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  7. Nov 24, 2020 at 7:05 AM
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    slidemx5

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    Looks great! May I ask what wheels, size, and offset?

    thanks!
     
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  8. Nov 24, 2020 at 7:45 AM
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    jschwerdtfeger

    jschwerdtfeger [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Fox 2.5/2.0, Deaver Expo Stage I
    They’re 16x8, 4.5 BS, 0 OS, tires are 265/75r16. My caster is set to about +3° and had some light trimming to do on the drivers side.
     
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  9. Nov 25, 2020 at 1:35 PM
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    BRIANMTEW

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    No issues with the bed cover and stiffener?
     
  10. Nov 25, 2020 at 1:44 PM
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    jschwerdtfeger

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    Nope!
     
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  11. Dec 4, 2020 at 1:57 PM
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    jschwerdtfeger

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    One more project off the list, swapped the projectors for OEM LEDs. :thumbsup:

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  12. Dec 7, 2020 at 1:56 PM
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    jschwerdtfeger

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    Crossing sliders and skids off the list!

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  13. Dec 7, 2020 at 5:02 PM
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    ld25ca

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    Nice! Was the driver's side rubbing with the 265/75/16s on the 16x8 704s even after the Accutune Stage 2? I was thinking about stock suspension with 265/70/17s on the 17x8.5 704s but.....
     
  14. Dec 7, 2020 at 5:45 PM
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    Drivers' side, yup—really minor near the mud flaps. Lift isn't going to compensate for the offset and wider wheel (at least in that rub spot), but I was hoping the UCAs and positive camber would get me in the clear!
     
  15. Mar 1, 2021 at 12:37 PM
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    A few new pics with the Alu-Cab

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  16. Mar 1, 2021 at 10:31 PM
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    Really nice build. Function and form.
     
  17. Mar 2, 2021 at 5:55 PM
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    jschwerdtfeger

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    I’m thinking of swapping my methods with the 2021 T4R wheels and AT3s/wildpeaks in 255/80r17, and maybe tinting TSS/Toyota emblem, so it has less of a chrome nose. Then I’ll be done, or more like done after 4.88s
    :bananadance:
     
  18. Mar 2, 2021 at 7:41 PM
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    Nice wheels ;)
    I’m trying to delay my Alu-cab purchase.
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  19. Mar 2, 2021 at 7:47 PM
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    cartter469 A College kid who went broke for a truck

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    Do you really like the ceramic pro? I want some kind of paint protection. Have you noticed if it helps protect from scratches well? or pinstriping
     
  20. Mar 2, 2021 at 7:49 PM
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    ld25ca

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    I was looking at these 2021 4Runner TRD Pro Replica Wheels but getting them across the Canadian border even after a decent FSW shipped price triggers all sorts of add'l costs and taxes that it made it a no-go for me.
     

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