Justin’s do-it-all TRD Off-Road build

[JHoman1997]

That 4 link is articulating beautifully! What fuel economy do you get with the 285s, could you tell a difference?

Mpg definitely took a hit with the tires, it usually bounces between 17 and 20 on my morning commute. On the freeway it averages 19.5 or so

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[JHoman1997]

I recently made a couple changes on the truck in the form of a RCI engine skid plate and a full auxbeam setup to clean up my wiring.

The RCI skid plate was a breeze to install. A total of 6 bolts and lined up super easy. I did it solo with a floor jack and took less than 30 minutes. Im glad to finally have some protection under this truck as I'm planning some fun trips in the next few months.

The Auxbeam ra60 was another easy install. I had a custom bracket made at a local shop (taco garage) which made mounting it super easy. They may eventually make it as a production product. The cables for the Auxbeam are all a little longer than i like so i may build some shorter cables in the future. This setup will make it easier to add lights and other electronics in the future which i very much am looking forward too!

I also used a Tacoma Lifestyle mount for the switch panel, im not very impressed with the fit and finish of it but it does the job. Routing the wire into the cab was a PITA but worth it as it will be the only time i have to do that. So far I'm very happy with the setup but we will have to see how it holds up!

 

[JHoman1997]

Its been a little while and i have been happy as can be with the truck, only new modification i have done in the last 6 months is a set of Restless Offroad rock sliders which i am extremely impressed with. They were easy to install and have survived a few pretty gnarly hits on the trails. I went with the 20 degree setup without the top plates and they've worked great for my wife to use as a step. Heres some pictures from my most recent outing to big sur.

Next steps will be some interior mods then hopefully a front bumper when i find one i truly love and a trans cooler because that trans is STRUGGLING sometimes.

 

[TacoKiwi]

For those with automatics getting hot install a custom Mishimoto direct fit tranny oil cooler kit. Can't cool a transmission with hot water.

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