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Beginning my Limited 01 3.4L 4x4 Taco Build

Discussion in '1st Gen. Builds (1995-2004)' started by BOWSandTACOS, Aug 9, 2013.

  1. Aug 9, 2013 at 11:40 PM
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    BOWSandTACOS

    BOWSandTACOS [OP] Active Member

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    Kasey
    Colorado Springs
    Vehicle:
    2009 Double Cab TRD-X
    ARB Front Bumper, IFS Lights: 2 Flood/1Spot, TRD FJ Cruiser Wheels Body Armor Rear Bumper, ARB On-Board Air, ARB Drawers hard mounted in bed, Mag-lite Mount, ARB Simpson III Tent
    As you can see I am new to TW as I just recently bought my first Taco. I am very please with my truck as it has 173k miles on it and runs great! I have been wanting a truck that I can take wheelin and I believe the time has now come to start that process.

    So far I found some really nice custom sliders and am currently having them powdercoated. Those will go on next week.

    From a beginner's POV this is how I see my build going.
    1- Sliders
    2- 3" Old man Emu lift kit with Dakar leaf's from ToyTech
    3- 5 Wheels and tires
    4- Skid Plates
    5- Front Bumper with Winch. I really like the Baja Style Tube Bumper from All-pro.
    6- Rear Bumper with
    7- Bed Rack w/ Tent

    How does this theoretical build sound to you guys? Would you do it in a different order and why?

    Should I get after market upper control arms even though 3" doesn't change the geometry all that much?

    Do any of you have the Baja style bumper from All-Pro and want to share some pictures?

    What mods do you recommend? So far I am planning on Deck Plate and Grey Wire mod.

    I appreciate the input and am more than ready to get this build started so thanks for your time and help!
     
  2. Aug 9, 2013 at 11:47 PM
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    BOWSandTACOS

    BOWSandTACOS [OP] Active Member

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    Kasey
    Colorado Springs
    Vehicle:
    2009 Double Cab TRD-X
    ARB Front Bumper, IFS Lights: 2 Flood/1Spot, TRD FJ Cruiser Wheels Body Armor Rear Bumper, ARB On-Board Air, ARB Drawers hard mounted in bed, Mag-lite Mount, ARB Simpson III Tent
    What makes you say deck plate is not worth it? Ya I am going to be doing the grey wire tomorrow. Should only take 10 -15 minutes based upon some of descriptions on here.
     
  3. Aug 10, 2013 at 11:10 AM
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    tacomataco2

    tacomataco2 A dude

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    Some of this Some of that
    Deck plate mod is proven to have power gains, but it makes my truck suck fuel like Ted Kennedy and whiskey. It's worth it IMO, take it off when you go wheeling a bit and pop it back on for the road, only costs maybe $10 for deck plate stainless hardware and sealant.
     

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