Jake's Something Build Thread and BS

This is the start of a thread I hope to continue over 4 or 5 years while building the truck into something. I don't know what yet.

The base truck is a quicksand 2017 TRD OR 4x4 with the M/T.

Build List

Completed and Installed:
3D Maxpider Kagu Floor Mats
Meso Ultimate Map Lights v1
Meso Ultimate Dual Color Dome Lights
Bed Mat
Window Tint
Tailgate Inserts
Black Emblem Overlays
HPS Silicone Intake Tube w/ K&N Filter
KDMAX 6.0 Tune
Tube Step Boards
XTrek Grill
URD Short Throw Shifter
Demon Brackets with Tow Hooks
Raceseng Ashiko 735 g. Shift knob
Total Chaos Bed Stiffener Brackets
LED Raptor Lights
Meso x Morimoto Collab Tail Lights
Meso Ultimate Turn Signals Gen 5
2021 4Runner Pro Wheels
Blank Piano Steering wheel

Wishlist:
JBA STD High Caster Upper Control Arms
Custom Morimoto - XB LED Headlights
Custom Shift and EBrake
Amerihood Ram Sport Hood
SSO Slimline Hybrid Front Bumper
DOBINSONS MRA LIFT KIT 1.5″ TO 3.0″
Dual Pane Spotter Mirror
Custom True Dual Exit Exhaust
Katzkin Custom Seat Covers
Meso Ultimate Turn Signals Gen 5
V8 swap (Engine TBD)

03/17/21 Completely Stock


04/18/21


12/18/21

 

Is that list what you've done or plan to do?

Good starting list

Curious on that V8 swap though

 

Was considering a similar windshield upgrade.

Do you have any concern about bubbling/peeling above the rearview mirror where that black halftone pattern is?

That's what's been stopping me...

 

The items with an asterisk have already been done and completed. The rest is the build list that plan on completing.

The V8 swap will be very interesting when the time comes

I have not had any issues so far with any bubbling or peeling, but I have only had the truck for a month, so time will tell. The shop that did my tint also uses a good quality tint. The tint I got was a ceramic tint and it will naturally develop really small air bubbles over the first couple days, but they aren't really noticeable.

 

Update:

I have added my favorite upgrade thus far a couple months ago. The Raceseng Ashiko Shift knob. The heft to it just helped smooth out all the shifts so much. The increased spring rate from the URD short throw shifter is also no problem now with the extra heft. The build quality is superb, and I will possibly be looking to purchase another shift knob with a little more flare at some point down the road. Highly recommended for all the M/T guys and gals out there.



I added in some white LED Raptor lights using the 3b Makers light bezels for the 2020-21 grills. I ordered the raptor lights from running4tacos and used their plug and play DRL harness set up. Made installation super easy and quick. I also added MESO's Dual Color Dome lights around this time as well.



Within the past week, I purchased a set of 4 2021 4Runner TRD Pro matte black wheels that I plan on mounting within the next month as well. I had them ceramic coated to help in keeping them clean, as I've heard the matte black is a major pain to keep clean. I plan on picking up a set of BFG TA K02s in a 275/70/17. I've also been doing some logo work to add to the parabellum theme. I plan on having it embordered into new leather upholstery down the road.




Lastly, the V8 engine swap is still a long ways out, but I believe I am leaning towards using the Ford 5.0 Coyote. It an engine that I don't believe has been swapped into a 3rd gen as of yet, and has a ton of aftermarket support with people who would be knowledgeable in all aspects of the engine as I believe its a popular engine to do restorations and swaps. I am still doing research into the possible trans options. I believe Tremec has a few different options including the 4050 and 6060, but still need to learn more. I am also doing some research into possible to shops to have do the work. It's something I don't have the knowledge to do on my own, but I would like to still be able to work in the shop and help in completing the engine swap.

 

The new wheels and tires are finally on. Took some trial and error due to initially buying used tires and not being careful enough though. Ended up buying twice and crying twice as opposed to once.

I went with the SL rated Cooper Discoverer Rugged Trek. They look great. They've only been on for a single day, but it has been rainy and they had pretty good grip even with hard acceleration.

I also decided to swap out to an XTrek Grill. Im trying to come up with a new mounting solution for my raptor lights.

Meso V5 sidemarkers are also in and working, but I haven't hooked up the DRL on the mirrors. I went with the white DRL.

 

Tires look awesome. I want to get them on my truck but I'm holding out for 285/75/16s so I can keep my 16" rims..... hopefully they make it happen

 

Thanks man. I would think they will add that size as they have the AT3, STT Pro, and the Evolution all in that size. The Rugged Trek would be a good bridge between the AT3 and other two, imo. I think it'll just be a waiting game.

 

Installed the Blue Ridge Overland Gear Tacoma Attic this morning. I plan on picking up the Patagonia Black Hole storage bags to place some spare clothing and first aid supplies up there.

I've also decide to move in a different direction with the logo. Not sure what if any new direction a logo will take. I have officially settled on a name as well, "Missy T." Short for Ms. Tennessee.

 

I have the amber raptor lights but the more i see the led ones i want them. Look so good!

 

Did a small thing today. Picked up the idea from another thread somewhere. Will it actually do anything for visibility or make difference, I don't know, but It doesn't hurt. I also did the sides of the tailgate, but forgot to take pictures.

Before:



After:

The white ones do look really good. I have mine ready to mount, now that I have the mesh for the grill. I just gota decide how to mount them.

I also like the amber, but too much amber and I think of those 18 wheelers with amber lights every where possible.

 

Very true!