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Thatbassguy's financially irresponsible build and record of where all of my money went

Discussion in '5th Gen Builds (2010-2024)' started by Thatbassguy, Mar 22, 2020.

  1. Aug 2, 2020 at 9:41 AM
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    :woot:

    I should have the stuff this week. Are you free for a few hours next weekend or the following at all?
     
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  2. Aug 2, 2020 at 10:50 AM
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    Likely next weekend. I should probably check mine while we're at it
     
  3. Aug 2, 2020 at 10:52 AM
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    Sweet! I want to do a day trip Friday or Saturday up to the Pipeline to see what's open/closed. I could probably make any day work, though.
     
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  4. Aug 2, 2020 at 11:49 AM
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    Cool, I'll be in touch this week to dial in the timing
     
  5. Aug 30, 2020 at 6:19 PM
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    Nice addition to my toolbox. Viair 300p. I got to try it on a recent outing, and I'm pretty happy with it. It's a huge improvement over my Slime inflator!

    It came with a nice soft case, hose, and some adapters. It will be nice to be able to air down further than I have been and not dread spending an hour airing back up.

    20200830_182254.jpg
     
  6. Aug 30, 2020 at 6:37 PM
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    Pinstripes, lots of em. Plus a couple dents.
    I have the same one and use it all the time.

    I bought a cheap Amazon deflator tool. Finally used it for the 1st time and realized it was a POS. The arm in gauge more or less spun.
    Used my Viair 300P to deflate the tires without connecting it.
     
  7. Aug 30, 2020 at 6:45 PM
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    Nice! I saw that it could be used as a deflator. I have been using an ARB deflator and I'm pretty happy with it.
     
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  8. Aug 30, 2020 at 7:05 PM
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    Slightly better picture..

    20200830_182151(1).jpg
     
  9. Aug 31, 2020 at 9:45 AM
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    Note that this guy gets hot! My son was helping air up with this pump out there on the trail. Burned his delicate little computer science student fingers on the heat sink. Poor fella. :sadviolin:
     
  10. Aug 31, 2020 at 9:53 AM
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    Lol! It does. It's not nearly as bad as my little slime inflator was, though. I also found that the hose reaches the rear passenger tire with the inflator sitting in the front of the engine bay, so no need to hold it while airing up.
     
  11. Aug 31, 2020 at 10:26 AM
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    New member here.

    I can't wait to dive in to the 4runner. Just got it last week. I like the stock a lot, but what mod made the biggest improvement to your use? I'm a 90/10 driver. So far I've heard coils, shock/strut, tires, wheels, and spacers.

    Thanks in advance.
     
  12. Aug 31, 2020 at 10:44 AM
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    This topic might be better in a new thread -- you could also use it to introduce yourself. Folks here tend to be very welcoming.

    But to give you an answer right away, I think most people agree that tires are the first best step. The stock tires are poor, and good tires always make a big difference regardless of what else you do or don't do. Some people find it enough to put good AT tires on, perhaps in a bit larger size. You can do that without adding a lift.

    If you do want a lift, there are tons of suggestions from folks who have done them. For suspension upgrades with or without a lift, there's a lot of love for Bilsteins.

    For wheels, there's a lot of love for the OEM TRD Pros as well as FN wheels.
     
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  13. Aug 31, 2020 at 10:48 AM
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    Thanks for the quick look! I

    introduced myself here and there, have been lurking around other threads, but I'm having a hard time telling actual use from vendor love. You have enough mixed parts I figured you were unbiased! Thanks again.
     
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  14. Aug 31, 2020 at 10:52 AM
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    It depends what kind of trails you're going to be riding.

    I'm about the same as you, especially since the trails I run are all 3+ hours from home.

    For me, the stock tires were a first priority.

    As mentioned above, this could be asked in the forum as a new thread if you want to get more input.

    Yeah, it's kind of a mutt build. :D I went with what I liked and wasn't really dedicated to having everything match.
     
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  15. Aug 31, 2020 at 7:31 PM
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    Awhile back, I became interested in the molle panels that some vendors are selling. I wasn't sure I'd use them, but I liked the idea. So, I decided to attempt to build my own. I put together a rough version for the passenger side, and it sat empty for a month or two.

    20200405_160234(1).jpg

    Eventually, I hung a few things on it. As it turns out, it's actually pretty handy!

    20200830_183233_HDR(1).jpg

    I believe I will finish it off this winter, and make one for the driver's side. I plan on putting hooks or loops on some of the bolts that hold it together for attaching things.

    I used aluminum flat stock from Home Depot, and 1/4-20 hardware for the panel, and metric hardware to attach it to the truck. I still need to shorten the stud that attaches the rear of the panel, also.
     
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  16. Aug 31, 2020 at 7:45 PM
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    If you want to try something a little more low profile sometime, I have aircraft rivets. These are the driven kind, not the pull type (pop rivets). Won’t skin up your knuckles on them while putting thing on/off. Could be a fun project!
     
  17. Aug 31, 2020 at 7:50 PM
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    Thanks! I'm thinking of replacing the nuts with threaded couplings so I can attach hooks, loops, or whatever I need. I'll probably be messing with it for the next couple of months.
     
  18. Aug 31, 2020 at 7:55 PM
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    The way you built it looks more tucked into the window well better than the productions available? And it’s tied into the rod holders, very professional!!
     
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  19. Aug 31, 2020 at 8:03 PM
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    Thank you! Yes, the rod holder is bolted in where the cargo hooks were attached. I didn't really have anywhere else to go, but it worked out perfectly!
     
  20. Aug 31, 2020 at 10:01 PM
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    This is pretty sweet. Nice work! :thumbsup:
     
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    That’s a good idea. Looking forward to seeing it in action!
     
  22. Sep 3, 2020 at 3:42 PM
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    Ordered a light bar for the bumper..

    Screenshot_20200903-165538(1).jpg

    :bananadance:


    I decided not to buy a new roof rack right away. I might try to build one.
     
  23. Sep 3, 2020 at 5:07 PM
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    Prinsu has 10% off right now. But at least you've got a nice light bar ordered
     
  24. Sep 3, 2020 at 5:12 PM
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    I'm really thinking about making a rack. I would like to pick your brain about it. I was thinking about using aluminum tubing, and/or square tubing to keep it light. Do you think aluminum is strong enough? I'll be keeping traction boards, sometimes the spare tire (maybe) and the kayak up there mostly.

    And any thoughts on round VS square for attaching things?
     
  25. Sep 3, 2020 at 5:31 PM
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    By the way, @Ajmogen , I need to get rid of the magnet mount and get a real antenna mount. Just like you predicted, the paint on my roof is trashed from the antenna getting knocked around by trees. Otherwise, I'm very happy with it.
     
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    80/20
    https://8020.net/framing-options/t-slotted-profiles.html
     
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    I just checked out the site, how did could you tell it was 10%? Is full rack usually 1k?
     
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    Not sure what the normal price is, I just got this email yesterday

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    weird. not seeing it. maybe I should log in
     
  30. Sep 3, 2020 at 6:33 PM
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    I was all over that idea at first. That stuff is awesome!

    But, I'll probably just ratchet strap things down for the most part. I decided to keep it simple (although I don't have a concrete plan yet).
     
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