PNW EXPEDITION MEET THREAD

Hey fellow PNW'ers, I'm Paul P (requested to join the FB page) and I recently got my 17 Tacoma DCLB. Looking to meet fellow enthusiasts and could use some advice and recommendations for some mods, with the first being a small lift/tires. Hope to see you around soon. Thank you in advance.

 

Too funny. I'm also in king City and my wifey wasn't happy when I came home with this 3rd car purchase this year! See you around!!

 

Hey All, new taco owner here. Tried joining the FB group—is it very active? Been waiting over a day to be accepted into the group so was wondering if its alive and kicking?

 

its active, @Twinkie0311 does all the screening of members in the group so he must be slacking. we keep it closed group for reasons on maintaining a private environment to throw bs and talk amongst local people

 

For the record, yes, it's quite active! People tend to get accepted in waves, so you should get a response soon (hopefully )

 

Dang. I had to look up where Carnation was.
You're from outta town... the Bay area? Hit up the Browns Camp area (trail pass required) or the Tillamook Forest roads (no pass required). You'll find some decent trails and views out there.

 

Welcome Paul P. Nice truck. Where are you located? A lot of us are in the SW Portland area.

 

Hey Guys, been waiting to get access to the FB group to ask their but since Im still waiting, figured I would ask here.

Just got a new 17 OR, I plan to do some light off-roading, maybe some trails at Browns camp or out towards hood and wondering if I can get by with these mods.

Considering just a leveling suspension kit to bring the front up–something like bilstein 5100s and upgrading tires to 17" 265 BFG KO2s. I do a fair amount of driving and road trips so not wanting to go with gnarly tires or 33's with a 3" lift.

Open to hear your thoughts. Thanks

 

You'll be fine for 95% of anything you come across. Browns Camp has trails that you can do stock and some that you need a rock crawler for. Get some good AT tires and you should be fine. If you stick to tires similar to what came on the truck you're going to be limited.

 

What's your name? I only seen a Paul that needed approval.

 

Evan

 

I didn't see that name. Try again and I'll approve it. I recommend sliders if you go to Brown's Camp. Saved me a few times with them.

 

i have a heavy front brush guard and winch and i want a full 3 inches of lift. i do not want a spacer lift, but all new coil overs. what setup should i get? also, i am on a tight budget so icon, fox, king ect are out of the question

 

Great, Just sent request.

For sliders, was looking at the metal tech - http://metaltech4x4.com/metaltech4x4-tacoma-sliders-4-door-short-bed-3rd-gen/

 

I'd suggest OME 886 coils with OME 90000 shocks up front. Fairly cheap but performs awesome. Call Marie at @HeadStrong Off-Road for awesome price or help.

 

Thank you @Synergy001

 

Metal tech typically had the highest prices. Shop around first. There's a local who's making them again. Also Relentless and Pelfrey.

 

Just installed this exact lift last weekend. I'm happy with the ride and the results. I was running 2016 TRD coils on the front before for 1-1.5" lift.

After OME Lift:

• DS Rear - 36.75 to 39.75
• DS Front - 35.5 to 37.75
• PS Rear - 36.75 to 39.5
• PS Front - 35.5 to 38

Those are 275/75r17 Cooper AT3's on FJ Cruiser alloy wheels

 

mobile alabama isn't really in the pnw