2013 4x4 Project/Budget Build "Need Ideas"

Truck Details:
2013 Tacoma Double Cab 4x4
TX Baja Package - (Trd rims, BFG AT, TRD catback, Bilstein coil overs/shocks)
"yes i have the goofy sticker still on my truck"

Truck Uses:
Daily Driver
Hauling Dirtbikes/small boat
Mild offroading

Goals:
Budget friendly trail rig/daily driver
would like to be able to take to some trails, and Badlands in Attica, IN
I wanna build it up right the first time.

Suspension
i would like to get up to a 3inch lift or maby even bigger. Looking for complete lift for reasonable price, nothing over the top or crazy, but something quality made, durable, and performs well! NEED SUGGESTIONS!

Body
looking into a allprooffroad front and rear bumbers, along with skid plates.

Exhaust
I will probably run a muffler swap with a super 44 series flowmaster. "TRD catback sounds like someone squealing a cat, way to light hearted"


THIS IS WHERE YALL COME IN, I NEED SUGGESTIONS ON PARTS, WHERE TO START, WHAT TO UPGRADE FIRST. I am on a tight budget right now, paying truck payment, and in college, so this build will not be a quick build by any means. Thanks! ill post more updates and pictures as i continue to tinker.

 

Hey, I think u need to consider what u will be doing more often with ur truck in terms of what mods would come first. I don't think u would need to change much with ur suspension since the Baja package Bilsteins should b capable for mild offroad and should be adjustable, maybe u could just do some upgraded leaf spring (OME Dakars) since u will hauling bike and boats. Those will give some lift in the rear. I also wouldn't change rim/tire combo either since both will work well on both Tarmac and off road conditions. So that leaves body/armor where u can spend ur first mod dollars..... Do bumper and a pair of slider first since they take most of the ruff stuff in most off road situations..... I don't think u need to rush for a upgraded rear bumper until ur doing more serious offroading. Those are just a few things to think about. But in the mean time just go out and have fun with a great truck.

 

Start with IFS/mid/tcase skids, and a 3 leaf AAL.

Are you keeping the Baja suspension or do you want to upgrade?

 

So your on a budget but bought a BAJA? Haha just joking man, nice truck!
If you do go off roading often, i see most people say get sliders first, nothing worse than damaging your new truck!

 

I would like to upgrade, what u think? dont get me wrong its a decent set up for what it was designed for, the beach, soft sand, but when u get into anthing a little stiffer its a tad bit on the bad side. Just from my personal experience

 

Thanks for the input