tonered's Weaksauce Taco Build and BS Thread A.K.A I'm supposed to be content, dammit!

Damn you.

A taco truck easter egg sticker would look good there.

 

Argh!

I've tried and burned through a bit of paint aft of that stone guard. I don't mind it as much as badges.

It's a problem.

 

Sorry!

I got one in each rear window. That's enough for me.

 

Ah, cool soft topper. I really want to add a fridge to my setup, but my current tonneau just isn't waterproof enough for me... and doesn't give me the space i want to be able to add a fridge to one side. I also need something to support a tent, 2 adults, and 2 big dogs - the kbvoodoo is a beast for that.
I was considering a soft topper and the KBVoodoo rack. But i have some concerns around the soft topper and some of the REALLY overgrown trails i do.... we really push it. Is it prone to ripping? I see you got a little hole there lol. I worry i'd be too hard on it and damage it. Additionally, how waterproof can you make it with that soft topper?
My next idea is the Alu-Cab.... but now i'm doubling the purchase price.

Currently, i've got a 10" kbvoodoo with the pace edwards switchblade. I have weather-stripping all around and pretty tight fitment, but water still makes its way inside to some extent

 

I have had no water in the bed with the ST. I sealed the bed rails and corners.

The material is convertible top material. Zero issues so far.

The ST is like a quarter of the price of an Alucab.

 

Neighbor got a tundra just to one up you?

 

I have never tried to seal my bed rails and corners.... I'll look into it. Thanks!
Alu-Cab's are pricey, but look super slick

 

He's a pansy. Borrows the Tundra from his parents or some shit. Drives a Q5 TDi that he polishes every couple days.

 

Yes, they are.

I just have no place to store it off.

 

I never take my tent/rack off. I don't see myself ever removing a hard topper. I also don't have a garage to store my truck in. That'll be another adventure

 

I used to have a garage that I could have hoisted a shell. The current one can barely clear with my kayak.

The ST just works for me.

 

DIR mod. Kills the license plate lights when in reverse:
https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/delete-in-reverse-harness-interest-thread.705150/

Harness installed. Piece of cake once I remembered and located my unused reverse light connector.

The kit is spot on and perfect. The included nut and washer was a real nice touch. Some ex-vendors around here could take away several lessons from @Puppypunter and @daveeasa .

Cough, cough . . . KTJO 4X4!


Before in Neutral (anytime rear camera mod):


Before in Reverse:


Sorry. The garage door light wasn't turning off. I'll get better Afters.

After in Neutral (anytime rear camera mod):


After in Reverse:


A significant difference there.

Yeah, the neighbor is an asshole parker.

 

I told myself I didn't want this and it wasn't necessary. Then you go and post pictures like this.


Are your license plate bulbs stock?

 

The TW effect. You thought you were safe.


No. They are LEDs that I got a while back in trade. My interior glows like a stick welder.

 

WAIT WAIT WAIT. How did you achieve the clearer rear view? I missed the whole thing.............

 

I will add this link to the previous post:
https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/delete-in-reverse-harness-interest-thread.705150/

@daveeasa and @Puppypunter are putting together the harnesses. They kill the license plate lights when you select reverse, so the lights are not washing out the camera image.

 

That is sweet

 

Thanks!

The epic knowledge of TW. Every time a slick mod like this happens, a Friday thread is created.

 

Very nice! They make a big difference

 

They do.

Reverse cameras are on of my favorite new car features. Making it better is just excellent to me.