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IS IT POSSIBLE? Camper to frame…

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Mdean1107, May 7, 2023.

  1. May 7, 2023 at 11:54 AM
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    Mdean1107

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    I want to remove my truckbed-cut up an enclosed trailer box and make a cab over box to be bolted to the frame ends… I saw an old 80’s Toyota truck in LA with this setup and I was inspired.

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  2. May 7, 2023 at 12:03 PM
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    Shmellmopwho

    Shmellmopwho Well-Known Member Vendor

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    Anything is possible with enough time, skill, and money :D
     
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  3. May 7, 2023 at 12:13 PM
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    reallifedog

    reallifedog wat.

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    This is a pretty cool idea, I don't think it would be much more complicated than fabbing a flatbed for the floor structure. It could definitely be a lot lighter weight than your standard utility flatbed.
     
  4. May 7, 2023 at 12:18 PM
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    b_r_o Gnar doggy

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  7. May 7, 2023 at 12:25 PM
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    Just sell your house and live in the truck.
     
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    Is it an insane price? yes. But it is more than just a new box. Lots of custom built parts just to make the Taco capable of handling the extra weight.
     
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  10. May 7, 2023 at 1:29 PM
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    $350k house using a Turd gen lol

    built AEV Ram 2500 probably less than half that
     
  11. May 7, 2023 at 1:39 PM
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  12. May 7, 2023 at 1:51 PM
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    There’s no way it would max out the payload, especially considering you’re removing the bed which gives you a lot more room to add weight, The bed weighs at least 200 pounds or more. Also I don’t plan on stuffing it full of gear, just a simple chair bed and deep cycle system.
     
  13. May 7, 2023 at 3:58 PM
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    BUCKLE UP! It makes it harder for Aliens to pull you out of your Truck.
    You have to do this. I’m thinking the same thing. Go for it CD1C4405-3DE8-4606-93DF-272D9C709E90.jpgthis little beastie is local to me
     
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