2017 3rd Gen Build

Nice rig, Scott!

I think I saw your truck a couple weeks back--I too live in Hesperia. If you ever need a guide on any of the areas around here, lemme know... been a local for 25+ years and know just about every trail and sightseeing spot within a tank of gas from here. We do 2-3 day mild/moderate wheeling trips to the Sierras, Death Valley, Joshua Tree, Mojave Road and other areas on a regular basis--would be awesome to have another 3RD Gen along for the ride!

If you ever see us around on or off the trail, don't hesitate to come say HI!

 

Awesome thanks. I will definitely hit you up..........

 

Off-grid engineering dual battery system finally installed today. I have had this for a while but wanted to get the Goose Gear stuff taken care of first. It is an awesome product and fairly easy install. It came out great, install is very clean.

https://www.**************/collecti...products/2nd-3rd-gen-toyota-tacoma-wiring-kit

I got 2 Odyssey PC1400 group 35 as suggested.

 

Just came across your build, definitely staying tuned!

 

Nice looking rig, tell me, what do you have under the goose gear. 2x times 1/2 inch plywood painted black? You them screwed into your bed? thanks for your time

 

Thanks...........The bottom is the Goose gear base plate specifically made for the long bed.

https://www.goose-gear.com/collections/tacoma/products/tacoma-system-base-plate-long-bed

 

Thanks, Just ordered an Alucab topper..............

 

Awesome, I spoke with Ben at Filthy Motorsports on monday, really impressed with his knowledge. By far the customer service exceeded my expectations, now the waiting starts for my King 2.5's to get here. I see you went with the new SPC UCA's, any feedback with regard to clearance, travel, and general fit and function would be appreciated. Also curious as to why you didnt go with the uniball?

 

The wait is a killer...............Ben will recommend SPC all day long for the type of stuff we do. I am assuming you aren't a desert racer. He said they will last forever and being sealed never need to be messed with. They are quality! Also very adjustable for correcting alignment.......

 

Thanks for the feedback, Ben called me twice to ensure he had all the details regarding my build prior to sending off to King, and yes he did recommend them, however at the time I was still unsure what UCA’s I wanted to go with. After getting more than enough positive feedback regarding the SPC UCA’s, I pulled the trigger on a set a few minutes ago. Not a desert racer by any means, not hitting jumps or whoops, so I feel confident they will be a great fit for my application.

 

Going in a different direction again.............sold my James Baroud roof top tent and ordered a Alucab camper shell. Now the wait begins, Again! Black long bed like the one pictured below............

 

Sub’d cause you have the same truck as me... love your suspension and might use your setup for mine

 

Thanks........

 

Sub'd... Great looking setup! How much would you say you got from the Kings up front and the aal in the rear? I'm really liking the stance and ideally would like to do the same size tires 265/75/16.

 

Thank you. I got a couple inches up front. I replaced the springs (no AAL) and relocated the shocks in the rear, I gained a substantial amount. I have the fridge and drawer plus when I put the topper on it will drop a little, but not much. I got the stage 2 springs which are up to 700 lb. If I remember correctly..........

 

Sub’d.... This is a great thread. Love what you have done to your rig.

 

Thank you!

 

Still waiting on delivery of the Alucab. Was supposed to clear customs on the 29th then it will be shipped to me....................I hate the waiting.

 

Nice are u going with Alu cab tent?

 

Thanks. Just the Canopy, going to sleep on my drawer platform.