Bray1197's 2017 Tacoma TRD Pro Overland Build

Tks bro! And that's awesome you found one, they're rare!

The dual air compressor is loud, but when I use it's usually to air up tires and I'm not inside. When I use it for the front locker it is loud, but only for a second to engage locker, then it usually doesn't cut back on bc pressure is built.

And yeah, if I run the baja 1000 I'll matt black my hood and put light bars on the roof. Lol

You're not sure where to put a second battery on your Pro?

 

I think I want to put the compressor under the hood where you have your second battery. May not be as complicated once I actually get the truck home and can look at it. It will be at the dealer until wed waiting on wheels/tires/spacers. Plan to get rid of the spacers once I get it home to take care of any rub with trimming. This will be my first Tacoma build. Been playing with jeeps since 2003. Can't take the noise and heat anymore! Guess I'm getting old.

 

Sounds like a solid plan!!

There are kits out there to run dual batteries in the primary tray spot, but they're awfully tight. If you're not running a spod of sea blue fuse box there's prob room on the drivers side. Or you could always install a battery in the bed. Or just run a solar panel to the single battery and you have no worries lol.

You say getting old, I saw getting smarter lol. My bro-in-law is a Jeep fanatic, but he also appreciates anyone who wheels and he luvs my truck. We're both leaving for Colorado (FJ Summit) in 12 days!!

I'm excited to see your build!! If I can help or you have any questions feel free to ask. FYI im more active on Instagram.... same name

 

I would probably trade my 04 taco for this truck..even...lol. But seriously bad ass truck...makes me wanna get a few more jobs lol

 

Straight up trade!! Let's do it! Lol


Everyone thinks I'm loaded, but I think you understand.... I work two jobs and my wife has 4 jobs, plus no kids. We bust our butts so we can travel in the off season aka summertime is work time, fall and winter is travel time!!

 

It's ok man you do you and let the others wonder. My kids friends think I'm a drug dealer because we have nice cars etc etc

 

I gotcha.....I worked 2 jobs for a while. I guess my money goes on ski trips and beach trips. My wife has a nice new Avalon however. Lol. No kids here either but 4 dogs. Plus these assholes in Ga can't drive... If I had your truck and got hit....I would be in jail....lol so I'll just look at this thread from time to time.

 

Follow you on instagram, awesome build, I have a couple questions, I am getting a prinsu cab rack and was curious how you mounted all your stuff to it. If you previously answered this I apologize, Im working on reading through the build thread right now.

 

Damn, what an awesome rig!

 

Tks man! Well that's a case by case answer really.... everything on my rack has "different" mounts, but depending on where you mount it, i.e. The side rails or cross bars "mount" differently... usually if you mount something to the cross bars most bolts will slide in the channels, if not gonto your local hardware store and get some stainless ones so they won't rust... that fit of course lol. If it's the slide supports there are channels already cut for mounting stuff. I've found in overland I got sometimes you gotta improvise, but if you have questions feel free to ask.

Sorry it took a while to respond I was at the FJ summit

 

Awesome build.

 

Thanks for the info I appreciate it and I figured you were that's where everyone was haha

 

well can you let me know what roof rack ? Im not looking to add topper but would like roof rack then like to find good tent that is just one that opens easy an not needed to be big but like to be nice. like to open it and basically be up in 10 minutes same as closing it. My use is going to be more going to fishing tournaments and towing my boat behind me. Also taking the Kayak's out with wife and being able to take them too.

 

Personally, I like and prefer Prinsu Designs. As far as a RTT, I like CVT and Alu-cab. I currently own a CVT tent and luv it, plus it's located here in the states. Ali-cab is out of Australia(bit pricey) and there are a few vendors here as well.

 

thanks. love your truck by the way.

 

I'm going to replace my new kids on the block poster with one of you truck. And a couple wedding photos...

 

I added his to my screen saver

 

Bray, here's my Instagram if you'd like. I've been getting into "overlanding" and rallies. If not... my rig (aka Mater) will fall into a deep depression b/c he thinks the cool kids don't like him. I also need a 2018 Red Clay Rally team mate if your interested in running it. http://overlandtennessee.wixsite.com/redclayrally
Registration is open and filling fast.

Http://www.instagram.com/Sprocket1505

 

man that looks cool

 

You guys are awesome and hilarious! I do have some awesome photos from the FJ Summit I'll be posting soon! Sick vids too!

And FYI my wife thinks I luv my truck more than her.... haters!! Lol