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MJP2's Build

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Builds (2005-2015)' started by mjp2, Oct 29, 2008.

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  1. Sep 7, 2009 at 5:50 PM
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  2. Sep 7, 2009 at 5:50 PM
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    Good Luck out there and

    :worthless:
     
    ImpulseRed008, Sep 7, 2009
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  3. Sep 7, 2009 at 5:52 PM
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    chris4x4

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    chris4x4 With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine. Moderator

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    Good Luck!!!!!!!

    Looks like I cant make it, but there is still a chance I can meet up at the Grand Canyon.
     
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  4. Sep 7, 2009 at 6:18 PM
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    UpstateTacoma

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    UpstateTacoma I'd rather be diving than working..

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    Damn right. My wife is the same way. we are going on a cruise and she says shes gonna drink so... mmmm will she be drunk!!!! nhahhahah
     
    UpstateTacoma, Sep 7, 2009
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  5. Sep 7, 2009 at 6:19 PM
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    martie

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    martie mjp2 is living vicariously through me.

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    I have some pics but I'll let Mike update when he gets a chance... I don't want to step on his toes :)

    Chris - that's a shame :( Hopefully we can meet up. I think I have your number so when I get out to Primm, I'll talk to Mike and figure out when we're going to the Grand Canyon.
     
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  6. Sep 7, 2009 at 6:20 PM
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    chris4x4

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    chris4x4 With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine. Moderator

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    :)
     
    chris4x4, Sep 7, 2009
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  7. Sep 8, 2009 at 5:42 AM
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    martie

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    martie mjp2 is living vicariously through me.

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    Ok, well, let us know :)
     
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  8. Sep 8, 2009 at 9:26 PM
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    I'm also going to Primm, but I think that I'm going to be busy once I get there.
     
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  9. Sep 9, 2009 at 6:18 AM
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    martie mjp2 is living vicariously through me.

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    With yourself?
     
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  10. Sep 9, 2009 at 11:58 AM
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    TacoNut IgnoringChrisWatchingEdLi veVicariouslyThroughMJP2

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    :yay:
     
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  11. Sep 9, 2009 at 1:27 PM
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    chris4x4 With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine. Moderator

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    :woot: He has an Engine!!!!!
     
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  12. Sep 9, 2009 at 1:38 PM
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    Any idea if there is going to be coverage of this race anywhere? Internet or speed channel maybe?
     
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  13. Sep 20, 2009 at 10:16 PM
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    mjp2

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    mjp2 [OP] Living vicariously through myself Moderator

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    Since my truck is a 2006, the engine mounts needed to be reinforced.

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    The alignment cam tabs needed to be reinforced. Rather than simply gusseting the tabs, Carroll's Rod & Racecraft designed and cut these plates out of 3/8" cold-rolled steel on the waterjet and welded them in place to strengthen the suspension mounts.

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    All shock mounts are gusseted on all sides for strength.

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    The rear shock hoops were tied into the rollcage and frame when they were fabricated. An additional tube now ties them together and provide mounts for 2 dust lights. Fire extinguisher mounts were welded to the shock hoops.

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    The RaceAir filter is mounted behind the driver's seat and is controlled through a switch in the overhead console.

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    Front shock hoops were fabricated to fit the 2.5" bypass shocks. The frame was reinforced where the tube attaches.

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    The body mounts were trimmed and reinforced to clear the 33" tires.

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    The cross-member was cut and a U was installed to clear the upper bar of the torque arm. This wasn't an issue before but the Giant Motorsports spring-under suspension allows enough travel to require the clearance.

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    Jesse at High Angle Driveline built this trophy truck driveshaft utilizing a Ford Superduty carrier bearing and double-cardigan CV joint. It has 10" of slip and allows for 33 degrees of articulation.

    A custom carrier bearing mount is required to make everything work, and its vertical placement was dictated by the clearance needed for the driveshaft skidplate at full droop.

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    The race radio is installed in front of the shifter. It took some adjustment but it fits without interfering with the shifter or the electronics under the dash.

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    The intercom fits perfectly in the center console.

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    Pre-race at Primm.

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    Shots of the payoff courtesy of Derek and Martie. :)


    I'll post updates on breakage and the fixes once I have time to go through everything. In my haste to finish everything in time for the race I installed the lower control arm uniballs upside down. The weight of the truck was supported by the retaining clips and the passenger side let go during the race. I'll correct that, fix the collateral damage, and have a lot of test time before I race again next year.

    Considering it was an untested truck and I'm an untested driver, I'm pleased that the only breakage was minor and that nobody was injured.

    Thanks to everyone for their support! :thumbsup:
     
    mjp2, Sep 20, 2009
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  14. Sep 21, 2009 at 12:12 AM
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    jdkeller How many words can be fit in this s

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    Wow. I can tell a lot of heart and effort is in that truck. I look forward to next year. Im sure you will have a big tacomaworld fan base in the bleachers.
     
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  15. Sep 21, 2009 at 8:51 AM
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    martie

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    martie mjp2 is living vicariously through me.

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    I like how the build thread dies when Mike actually has an update ;)
     
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  16. Sep 21, 2009 at 9:01 AM
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    ImpulseRed008 Gone But Not Forgotten

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    He really put alot of work into getting it ready...:thumbsup:


    I would like to see the part he installed upside down :eek:
     
    ImpulseRed008, Sep 21, 2009
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  17. Sep 21, 2009 at 9:01 AM
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    chris4x4

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    chris4x4 With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine. Moderator

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    Its alot to soak in. Figure he does more to his truck in a weekend, than most people do in 5 yeears.


    I accept paypal, Mike.
     
    chris4x4, Sep 21, 2009
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  18. Sep 21, 2009 at 9:08 AM
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    98tacoma27 is going full "SANDWICH" Moderator

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    Zing!!!!
     
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  19. Sep 21, 2009 at 9:25 AM
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    mjp2

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    mjp2 [OP] Living vicariously through myself Moderator

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    It's about time you caught up with technology. I got a little tired of having to drive out there and hand over cash for every compliment.
     
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  20. Sep 21, 2009 at 9:35 AM
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    chris4x4

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    chris4x4 With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine. Moderator

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    Yeah...Well....I got tired of you taping the money in rocks and throwing it at me.
     
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