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Havik's Build

Discussion in '5th Gen Builds (2010-2024)' started by Havik, Dec 27, 2015.

  1. Dec 27, 2015 at 6:44 PM
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    Havik

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    This site panders to vendors and doesn't allow its actual users to post their valid thoughts an opinions.
     
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  2. Jan 10, 2016 at 8:09 AM
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    Sub'd.

    What's next?
     
  3. Jan 11, 2016 at 8:47 AM
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    Nice! Pelfrey is good stuff and the owners are super awesome!
     
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  4. Jan 11, 2016 at 10:05 AM
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    did you do the install of the hidden winch mount? if so, how was it...pretty straight foward?
     
  5. Jan 30, 2016 at 9:00 AM
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    06HAOLE

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    I have been waiting to see pictures of those CBI brackets on a 5th Gen 4-Runner. Now that I know they look good I will order them.
     
  6. Jan 31, 2016 at 6:58 PM
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    SixthSnail

    SixthSnail I have no idea what I'm doing

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    How did you hardwire the valentine 1? Any pics of install? Where is your detector set up?
     
  7. Jan 31, 2016 at 9:15 PM
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    SixthSnail

    SixthSnail I have no idea what I'm doing

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    Thanks. I have a valentine one but I thought the hidden mount would let you not have the monitor in the window.

    Here it was in my Tacoma:
    [​IMG]
     
  8. Jan 31, 2016 at 9:21 PM
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    SixthSnail

    SixthSnail I have no idea what I'm doing

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    Yeah. I've always wished I could completely hide it and build it in to the truck

    You may have no clue, but any idea if the mirror bracket is the same as on the tacoma? I'm thinking about trying to transfer over my rear view mirror riser.
     
  9. Jan 31, 2016 at 9:25 PM
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    SixthSnail

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    No prob! Thanks!
     
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  10. Jan 31, 2016 at 9:36 PM
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    SixthSnail

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    Sweet build btw. I'll be taking ideas next week when I get mine!
     
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  11. Feb 15, 2016 at 8:50 PM
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    SixthSnail

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    Glad to hear about their quality. I ordered their WW Reservoir
     
  12. Feb 17, 2016 at 6:22 AM
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    06HAOLE

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    Havik, what switch did you buy that fits in the factory blank on the dash? The light switch I got from CBI is huge and is not going to fit in the factory slot.
     
  13. Mar 2, 2016 at 7:11 PM
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    Nice Rig!!! What is your goal for her?
     
  14. Mar 10, 2016 at 1:02 PM
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    Nice build so far, question on the lift tire combo, does your have the KDSS Also how's the ride and is there any tire rub
     
  15. Mar 20, 2016 at 12:34 PM
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    That front bumper looks awesome and is definitely on my wish list for 2017.
     
  16. Mar 21, 2016 at 8:00 PM
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    very nice set up! dose the roof rack hurt your gas milage.?
     
  17. Mar 26, 2016 at 6:26 AM
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    Love the look of the SSS bumper, it has definitely been on my wish list for a bit
     
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  18. Apr 29, 2016 at 8:30 PM
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    nice set up!
     
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  19. Apr 30, 2016 at 9:39 AM
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    Love the wheels...how was the pricing on the powder coating? Did you do it yourself? I want black wheels but not sure if just to buy new rims or not.
     
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  20. May 5, 2016 at 7:06 PM
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    Is that the 2500 x 2500 one that they list? It looks like a easy install is it? Great looking runner
     
  21. May 5, 2016 at 8:18 PM
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    That is what i was worried about if it was to long. Thanks. Did you order it from ARB? I've been looking for a sale or a cheaper place to order it from.I have a baja rack i'm sure the mounts are sold for it to. Thanks
     
  22. May 8, 2016 at 1:27 PM
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    Thanks for your info. i just ordered mine and will show pics. later after install.
     
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  23. May 17, 2016 at 4:34 PM
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    So just the weight of the SSS front bumper weighed it down enough to rub the tires slightly? Beautiful Runner by the way.
     
  24. May 23, 2016 at 4:16 PM
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    Ok i got my awning and it's great. No more packing the pop up which is twice the weight and space.

    IMG_0262.jpg
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  25. May 23, 2016 at 4:19 PM
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    Hey great lights how did you wire your top bar? I have a 42" to put on my Baja Rack but i am really afraid to drill holes in the rain gutter to get the wires in. Do you have any pics on the route you took? Any info helps. Thanks
     
  26. May 23, 2016 at 4:21 PM
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    I got the 2000 x 2500 . It is just about 4"s smaller on both ends of my Baja Rack. No extra noise from it surprisingly. Love it
     
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  27. May 26, 2016 at 1:11 PM
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    How hard was it to install the rack? I'm not an idiot, but not necessarily a mechanic.. LOL..
     
  28. Aug 16, 2016 at 11:33 AM
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    Great build Havik! I enjoyed reading through this whole thread. Would you ever consider replacing the grille with the TRD Pro garnish?
     
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  29. Aug 16, 2016 at 5:40 PM
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    Awesome write up! Gorgeous rig!
     
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  30. Aug 17, 2016 at 8:18 AM
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    TRD garnish/PlastiDipped Valances/ N-Fab Steps/285-70-17/3 Inch ToyTec Lift/1.25 Spidertrax Spacers/Total LED Swap/6000K HID



    Nice ride Havik. I really like what you've done. I thought about PC'ing my wheels too. How are they holding up?


    Couple more questions: What did you end up doing with the 3" lift when you decided to go to the Adjustable coil overs? Toytec is right up the street from me. I went with the one you decided to http://toyteclifts.3dcartstores.com/3-Lift-W-Bilstein-5100-Front-Coilovers-FJ4RunnerGX_p_365.html

    I want to add a winch as well but don't want to lose the height and go back to the rake. Wondered if you decided to outright sell them or if Toytec worked something out with you?
     

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