TRD_Chris' Super White DCSB Build Thread

December 15th, 2021
I had some extra vinyl laying around, so I added some color to the front to keep with the retro color scheme.

 

January 30th, 2022
Picked up some used RCI rock sliders. It took all day but I was able to grind down the rust, prime, and repaint these sliders back to looking brand new.



Also completed by exterior LED conversion with LED license plate lights from Diode Dynamics.

 

February 11th, 2022
I somehow cracked my passenger taillight… Perfect excuse to upgrade to some Pro style lights.

 

February 15th, 2022
Decided to change up the tri-color vinyl on the hood scoop again. I also switched out the bedside decals but kept the retro color theme.


RCI sliders installed

 

February 21st, 2022
Decided to remove the “Tacoma” tailgate inserts for something a little different. Also picked up a TRD Pro exhaust from a local dealer for an incredible price.

 

I’m a fan of the black out on the lower part of the tailgate. I’ve been pondering this myself for a while and wondered why I don’t see it more often. Nice work!

 

Thank you! I’ve seen a few members on here with the look and I’ve always really liked it so I gave it a shot.

It’s actually Rustoleum “Rugged” peel-coat so I can pull it off like Plasti-Dip if needed. The texture looks similar to the bed liner on my fender flares so it was a win-win.

 

How does the TRD Exhaust sound? Can you share a sound clip?

 

Love those splash guards, been thinking about doing some myself!

 

I'll post one ASAP! Unfourtnatly I wasn't able to get the exhaust bolts off with the tools I had available. I'm just going to wave the white flag and let my local exhaust shop cut and re-weld everything.

I used the template I found on the forum. It was super easy and looks really good. The added protection is nice too!

 

February 28th, 2022

Finally got around to installing the Rigid fog light covers.



Also threw on the V1 Meso Gas-Hole

 

April 6th - 10th, 2022

Missouri to Moab! 2700 total miles.

 

May 13th, 2022
Decided to go a different route with the exhaust. After going out to Moab I realized the stock exhaust location was prone to getting bashed on rocks. Since the TRD Pro exhaust I had bought in February routes the same way, I decided to sell it and just “high-clearance” chop the factory tailpipe.

 

December, 2022
Added some recovery boards mounted to an OEM bed decider.

 

March, 2023
Took a trip to The Lake of the Ozarks to check out “The Loop”.

 

April, 2023
The red/yellow/orange vinyls are gone. Being replaced with black & white topographic vinyls on the hood bulge, bedside, side mirrors, and lower tailgate.

Added the 67 Designs “Taco Rail” alongside my stuffy mount.

 

May 5th, 2023
New vinyls installed!


Also installed Bullet Proof Fab’s front recovery point until I decide on what direction I want to go as far as a front bumper.

 

May 23rd, 2023
Mild viper cut in preparation for new wheels and eventually another suspension upgrade.



YotaVerse “V2 Pro Grill”

 

Last photos before the new wheels

 

June, 2023

FN Wheels “Overlander Spec A”



This (might) be my last update for a while. We just purchased our first home so I’m poor until further notice. I can also say that I’m incredibly happy with how the truck looks and drives right now. I haven’t been this pleased with it since the day I drove it home. So for now I’ll just be enjoying it to the fullest.