Ikarus
Observer
Hey what's up my overland people -
I've had my Tacoma for about 8 months now, but I'm just getting around to documenting things.
Current state:
Lift: OME 884 + Dakars
Wheels: SCS F5 Gloss Jet Black 16x8 4.5” BS
Tires: Cooper ST Maxx 255/85r16
I was driving a BRZ, which was super fun – but I really missed the wilderness. Being stuck in the city was starting to wear on me. Plus, you can only fit so many cameras/equipment in a BRZ.
I found a great deal on a Tacoma and a dealer who thought my BRZ was worth more than I could get out of a sale – so.....
I immediately threw on some Cooper ST Maxx in 235/85r16. They're awesome tires, and got me through a Utah winter, sand, mud and rocks with no problems. Next up was a lift from Cruiser Outfitters, OME 884 Coils with Dakars in the rear.
My job takes me all over Utah, and I usually have to haul a few pelican cases. The Tacoma's done great.
The 235/85r16s were great, but they just looked a bit too small under there. Made it down Chicken Corners to Lockhart Basin just fine.
I'm keeping the build lightweight, so I'll be using aluminum as much as I can and avoiding unnecessary metal.
My truck looks so tiny next to my buddy Sean's (you might know him as Defconbrix.)
I doubt that anyone cares, but if you're interested, here's my FAQ section:
Q: Why a base model access cab?
A: I actually really like the color scheme on the base model, with the black flares (got that Bushwacker look on a budget haha) and the blacked out grill (No need for a plasti dip budget... just kidding, I would have used paint.) No chrome anywhere. A friend of mine got a super nice TRD Tacoma for somewhere between $35-40K, installed a new suspension, got rid of the tires and has never used the locker. I found mine for under $24K nearly brand new, threw on an OME lift, 33” tires and got an ARB locker – now all I'm missing is ATRAC. I'm happy about it.
Q: Why a 4 cylinder?
A: I thought about this for a while, and it came down to price. Here in Utah, with my budget I could either afford a 5-10 year old used V6 Tacoma with 60-150K miles, or I could buy a brand new base model. As I never tow anything, the bulletproof 4 cylinder won me over. A manual would be nice, but I got an automatic because I often film out of the back of my truck, and you never know if the production assistants can drive manual, or even drive smoothly – but that's another story.
It's really not bad - and 4.88 gears will be on the way soon.
I've had my Tacoma for about 8 months now, but I'm just getting around to documenting things.
Current state:
Lift: OME 884 + Dakars
Wheels: SCS F5 Gloss Jet Black 16x8 4.5” BS
Tires: Cooper ST Maxx 255/85r16
I was driving a BRZ, which was super fun – but I really missed the wilderness. Being stuck in the city was starting to wear on me. Plus, you can only fit so many cameras/equipment in a BRZ.
I found a great deal on a Tacoma and a dealer who thought my BRZ was worth more than I could get out of a sale – so.....
I immediately threw on some Cooper ST Maxx in 235/85r16. They're awesome tires, and got me through a Utah winter, sand, mud and rocks with no problems. Next up was a lift from Cruiser Outfitters, OME 884 Coils with Dakars in the rear.
My job takes me all over Utah, and I usually have to haul a few pelican cases. The Tacoma's done great.
The 235/85r16s were great, but they just looked a bit too small under there. Made it down Chicken Corners to Lockhart Basin just fine.
I'm keeping the build lightweight, so I'll be using aluminum as much as I can and avoiding unnecessary metal.
My truck looks so tiny next to my buddy Sean's (you might know him as Defconbrix.)
I doubt that anyone cares, but if you're interested, here's my FAQ section:
Q: Why a base model access cab?
A: I actually really like the color scheme on the base model, with the black flares (got that Bushwacker look on a budget haha) and the blacked out grill (No need for a plasti dip budget... just kidding, I would have used paint.) No chrome anywhere. A friend of mine got a super nice TRD Tacoma for somewhere between $35-40K, installed a new suspension, got rid of the tires and has never used the locker. I found mine for under $24K nearly brand new, threw on an OME lift, 33” tires and got an ARB locker – now all I'm missing is ATRAC. I'm happy about it.
Q: Why a 4 cylinder?
A: I thought about this for a while, and it came down to price. Here in Utah, with my budget I could either afford a 5-10 year old used V6 Tacoma with 60-150K miles, or I could buy a brand new base model. As I never tow anything, the bulletproof 4 cylinder won me over. A manual would be nice, but I got an automatic because I often film out of the back of my truck, and you never know if the production assistants can drive manual, or even drive smoothly – but that's another story.
It's really not bad - and 4.88 gears will be on the way soon.
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