Dingo’s 2003 X-Cab build

Figured I’d start my own build thread on my 2003 XC V6/auto. To date, the only mods I have done has been the Tundra brake upgrade, but I just ordered (today) all new suspension components:
- Bilstein 5100 shocks
- OME 881 springs
- OME Dakar leaf springs
- Exhaust relocation hanger

I also have a set of 17” FJ steelies coming my way and plan on going with 255/70R17 tires. I dig the ‘tall and skinny’ look.

Will post some pics once all the parts come in and am sure I’ll gave questions.

I named this ‘Dingo’s’ build after my cattle dog, Dingo.

 

I ordered a new set of 17” steelies from RTX. They came last week but I haven’t had any time to even open the boxes. This weekend, I came across a set of 5 FJ steelies on my local Craigslist so I bought them as well. They aren’t perfect (clearly a spray bomb job at one point) but the price was right. I’m probably going to return the aftermarket ones but haven’t decided that yet. Now I’m in the hunt for a set of 255/70R17 tires.

 

So my Wheeler’s UPS package arrived yesterday. 4 new Bilsteins, 881 springs and the Dakar leaf springs out back. I’ll post some pics tomorrow. How long should I anticipate it taking to swap these out? I’m probably going to want to paint the control arms because the original paint is all but gone at this point.

 

I never posted a picture with the new suspension, steelies and new Duratracs

 

Looking good OP, the stock OEM steelies are a sweet look on these trucks:

 

I forgot I had this thread over here. I recently added an ARB bumper to my truck. Details can be found here:
https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/front-bumper-question.787852/

 

My next big endeavor is going to be to swap out the automatic for a 5-speed. As soon as that gets underway, I’ll start posting pics/info.