We'll talk. I'm no fan of the single bar I have
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We'll talk. I'm no fan of the single bar I have
Boomtacoma01
Tommy want wingy..
Six inch bars from Blitzpro.com. Stumbled onto a deal on them a while back.
Boomtacoma01
Tommy want wingy..
I got the inner panels removed last night. All of the bolts twisted off except for 1 or 2. Removed 26 years worth of leaves, dirt and rust. Ill probably leave them out and trim the mounting tabs off. Going to grind off the spot weld on the bumper and remove it tonight. I might start unplugging the tailights and moving stuff out of the way. Rear bumpstops are coming off this weekend too.
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fsbrain03
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Awesome, thanks! I'm checking them out now.
Boomtacoma01
Tommy want wingy..
After messing around with this project for a while, I finally got the hydro assist wrapped up and ready to fill.
Looks kinda tight.
Cooler in place. The bracket for the latch support was flipped around 180 degrees to make a little needed room for the install.
I had to chop out a little of the front core support. I used some 3/8 fuel line to put on the sharp edges and zip tied them down. I also used some scrap hose to keep the cooler lines from getting cut.
Now I just new to fill her up and bleed the system. Hopefully that will go well.
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Looks kinda tight.
Cooler in place. The bracket for the latch support was flipped around 180 degrees to make a little needed room for the install.
I had to chop out a little of the front core support. I used some 3/8 fuel line to put on the sharp edges and zip tied them down. I also used some scrap hose to keep the cooler lines from getting cut.
Now I just new to fill her up and bleed the system. Hopefully that will go well.
sent from my Galaxy 2 Skyrocket
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Boomtacoma01
Tommy want wingy..
I have had these put together for a while. The list of goodies include: MC-07 Dual adapter, Longfield Rear output, MC 30 spline front output, MC Total 23 Spline Input, Daves Offroad Twin Sticks, 4xInnovations HD TC mounts and a Sky's Offroad TC Crossmember.
Had some help show up last night. Patrick (scotia) on TTORA came by and helped me stab the Duals into position.
It was pretty painless. The front input was aligned correctly and we got it buttoned up. I just required and extra set of hands as usual.
The fasteners that came with the x-member were a little troublesome. I got that figured out today. Should have it all buttoned up tonight. Then, I need to add some break in gear oil and install the shifters.
Had some help show up last night. Patrick (scotia) on TTORA came by and helped me stab the Duals into position.
It was pretty painless. The front input was aligned correctly and we got it buttoned up. I just required and extra set of hands as usual.
The fasteners that came with the x-member were a little troublesome. I got that figured out today. Should have it all buttoned up tonight. Then, I need to add some break in gear oil and install the shifters.
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Dark Knight
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:horndog:
, I love your use of the the engine hoist
Boomtacoma01
Tommy want wingy..
Luckily OSHA doesn't have jurisdiction in my garage.
Got it all buttoned up. Shifters are in. Got the speedo extension and extended the 4wd light completed.
Uploading pics now.
Just need my driveshafts and a cover for my tranny tunnel.
sent from my Galaxy 2 Skyrocket
Got it all buttoned up. Shifters are in. Got the speedo extension and extended the 4wd light completed.
Uploading pics now.
Just need my driveshafts and a cover for my tranny tunnel.
sent from my Galaxy 2 Skyrocket
Boomtacoma01
Tommy want wingy..
sent from my Galaxy 2 Skyrocket
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PSU Taco85
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Nice!
Boomtacoma01
Tommy want wingy..
Got the rear driveshaft picked up and installed today.
Fixed a hole in a fuel return line.
Filled up the transmission with some Mobile 1 gear oil.
Most importantly started the truck up easily for once.
Hopefully I will have it at Dave's for the cage by the end of this week.
sent from my Galaxy 2 Skyrocket
Fixed a hole in a fuel return line.
Filled up the transmission with some Mobile 1 gear oil.
Most importantly started the truck up easily for once.
Hopefully I will have it at Dave's for the cage by the end of this week.
sent from my Galaxy 2 Skyrocket
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Boomtacoma01
Tommy want wingy..
Started working on the red truck a little.
I got my electronic flasher in from superbrightleds and used the Rob method (thanks) and made some short jumpers to get it plugged in on the driver side fuse panel
I also added 3/4" 2 led lights (on each side) to the front marker lights to replace my running lights and wired the existing running light as my blinker. They utilize the same plug so it was a simple swap between the 2 plugs to do so. I finished cleaning up the exterior wiring on the front bumper while I was at it.
I am still in the process of finishing up my Trans tunnel cover and added some heat/noise deadener (GT Mat)to the underside of the top panel.
I got a new set of Delrin frame bushings from Davez Offroad to replace my almost non-existent ones that in there now. I will tackle that this weekend along with installing a set of Sky's banana shackles that I have had for a while.
Thread on Pirate where I found them:
http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/toyo...lrin-frame-tube-bushings-spring-bushings.html
I also scored some free exhaust wrap from a co-worker that will hopefully reduce some of the cab floor temps.
I have a couple little projects to finish up including the rear axle re-assembly.
I got my electronic flasher in from superbrightleds and used the Rob method (thanks) and made some short jumpers to get it plugged in on the driver side fuse panel
I also added 3/4" 2 led lights (on each side) to the front marker lights to replace my running lights and wired the existing running light as my blinker. They utilize the same plug so it was a simple swap between the 2 plugs to do so. I finished cleaning up the exterior wiring on the front bumper while I was at it.
I am still in the process of finishing up my Trans tunnel cover and added some heat/noise deadener (GT Mat)to the underside of the top panel.
I got a new set of Delrin frame bushings from Davez Offroad to replace my almost non-existent ones that in there now. I will tackle that this weekend along with installing a set of Sky's banana shackles that I have had for a while.
Thread on Pirate where I found them:
http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/toyo...lrin-frame-tube-bushings-spring-bushings.html
I also scored some free exhaust wrap from a co-worker that will hopefully reduce some of the cab floor temps.
I have a couple little projects to finish up including the rear axle re-assembly.
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Boomtacoma01
Tommy want wingy..
Got the Exhaust wrapped from the collector to the front of the muffler
All new rear studs in the rear housing
I have also been working on this bed rack. I added 1.5x1.5x 1/4" aluminum angel to each end. the runners on the outside are 1.5" 6061 Al tubing. I need one more piece to put in the middle of the rack and then need to source something to use for a floor. I havent decided if the rack will go in the Tacoma or the Hilux or both. I need to figure that out.
All new rear studs in the rear housing
I have also been working on this bed rack. I added 1.5x1.5x 1/4" aluminum angel to each end. the runners on the outside are 1.5" 6061 Al tubing. I need one more piece to put in the middle of the rack and then need to source something to use for a floor. I havent decided if the rack will go in the Tacoma or the Hilux or both. I need to figure that out.
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Boomtacoma01
Tommy want wingy..
Installed my ARP hub studs today. Fairly easy thing to do. Added 2 new outer c-clips on the Birfs while I was at it. I finally replaced a twisted off bolt on the drivers side lockout. Its been bugging me for a while now. I also cleaned up my front shock with a buffing wheel and cleaned/degreased my front brakes.
completed
shiny shocks, turned out better than I originally intended.
completed
shiny shocks, turned out better than I originally intended.
Silverback
Lima Gulf Bravo Foxtrot Juliet Bravo
Those hubs studs may save someone's life. I know mine about killed Drew, Brian or Jason.
Boomtacoma01
Tommy want wingy..
That was the reason for the upgrade. If I want to intentionally kill someone it will be by my hand pulling a trigger 