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BlueBottle's '16 Plat CM Build

Discussion in '2.5 Gen Builds (2014-2021)' started by BlueBottle, Sep 24, 2016.

  1. Sep 24, 2016 at 7:37 AM
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    BlueBottle

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    This is my build thread for my 2016 Magnetic Gray Platinum CM 4x4

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    This is how she currently sits
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    A little History. This is my second Toyota truck. Back in 2004, I had a 2004 Tacoma double cab 4x4.
    Here was how she looked like
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    It was a great little truck, and I miss it. it had full suspension(Donahoe Racing) and full armor from Demello Offroad. Had many memories on that truck.

    So about 10 years later, I needed a truck, but this time something that can haul stuff and my family, so this is what we came home with the other week.
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    And here she is next her stable mate.
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    *****MOD LIST - Index*****

    Interior:
    • OCD center console tray - salex/Amazon - 11
    • Proclip dash mount w/ magnet mount - www.proclipusa.com - 29
    • 35% Huper Optik front driver/passenger tint - 74
    • AJT Design aluminum key fob case - 80
    • TRD Shift Knob - 106
    • Driver side grab(Oh Sh!t) Handle - 205
    • K&N Cabin Filter - 524
    • @Vizsla fire extinguisher mount - 615
    Exterior:
    • OEM Bed Mat - 3
    • OEM Bed Extender - 3
    • Bakflip MX4 - 5
    • TRD PRO grill painted MGM - 9
    • AntennaX 13" Off-road Antenna - 12
    • OEM Color matched mirror caps & door handles - 13
    • Front liner mod(to fit larger tires) - 45
    • Front (rear mud flap) clearance mod *Removed* - 47
    • Plastidip Platinum door emblem - 54
    • Bushwacker extend a fenders *Removed* - 61
    • GoRhino RB10 Nerf Bars - 94
    • RCI Offroad Engine Skid Plate - 111
    • TRD Offroad bedside stickers - 149
    • RokBlokz mud flaps - 190
    • Side decals - 632

    Lighting/Electronics:

    • LED map/dome lights - www.superbrightleds.com - 3
    • LED cargo lamp/reverse/license plate bulbs - 3
    • Philips X-Treme Ultinon H4 LED's - xenondepot - 9
    • PIAA Plasma ION Yellow H11 Fogs - 9
    • LED Puddle lights - Drivebright - 10
    • VLED V3 Tritons rear tail/brake lights - 62
    • Reverse lens tinted - 91
    • Mirror switch ambient LED - 128
    • Morimoto XB LED fogs - 153
    • LED rear signals (921) - 172
    • LED bulb conversion - 184
    • LED oem bed lamps - 200
    • VLED vanity & footwell led - 227
    • TRD Pro Headlamp assemblies - 242
    • LED grill marker lamps - 242
    • OEM '18 LED Headlights conversion - 263
    • BajaDesigns Squadron Sport pocket fog LED kit - 290
    • FRAC(Front Rear anytime Camera) - 1
    • BajaDesigns RTL-M - 356
    • Anytime foglight mod - 360
    • BajaDesigns Squadron R Pros(oem fog location - 414
    • LED front signals (VLED Triton V6) - 494

    Suspension/Wheels:

    • LRO 3" front spacer + CB +3 rear shackle(w/ carrier bearing spacer) - 23
    • Ride height measurements post settle - 68
    • CB Leaf Spring Bushing
    • Diff Drop
    • FN BFD 18x9+12 wheels in Gunmetal www.fnwheels.com - 24
    • Falken Wildpeak AT3 305/65R18 - 39
    • TRD Rear Sway Bar - 106
    • Toytec Radflo coilovers - 397
    • SCS Ray10 wheels & Toyo OC ATII - 504

    Engine/Drivetrain:
    • MBRP installer series 3" single exhaust - 16
    • OEM tip installed on MBRP exhaust - 17
    • Tailpipe cut to dump after axel
    • BAmuffler 8" Standard - 220
    • BullyDog BDX Tuner - 336
    • ARB rear diff breather - 476
    • AFE Super Stock Intake - 627

    Accessories:


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  2. Sep 24, 2016 at 7:40 AM
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    T-Rex266

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    sooo how fast have you taken the S2k around turns? :popcorn:
     
  3. Sep 24, 2016 at 7:42 AM
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    BlueBottle

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    1st mods
    LED lights
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    OEM Bed Extender + Bed Mat
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  4. Sep 24, 2016 at 7:44 AM
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    BlueBottle

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    haha FAST! on a serious note, I actually don't look at the speedometer when on the track.
     
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  5. Sep 24, 2016 at 7:48 AM
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    BlueBottle

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    Needed secure and dry storage so, after days of research, pulled the Trigger on a Bakflip MX4 cover.
    Very happy with the quality and function of it.
    True test is to see how water proof it really is!
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  6. Sep 24, 2016 at 8:21 AM
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    free MOD
    Step Delete or should I call it a de-mod?
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  7. Sep 24, 2016 at 2:33 PM
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    Yes! Those stock steppers gotta go!! Haven't removed mine because then they'd be sitting in my garage
     
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  8. Sep 24, 2016 at 5:14 PM
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    BlueBottle

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    Sell them! There's lots of people that got tundras without steps so I'm sure you can sell them pretty quick.

    Took the truck out today and thought I'd get some decent iPhone pics.
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  9. Sep 26, 2016 at 9:38 PM
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    Some new add ons...

    Philips X-Treme Ultinon H4 LED's (Plug and Play) from XenonDepot
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    PIAA Plasma ION Yellow H11 Fogs from Amazon
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    TRD Pro Grill from SparksParts
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  10. Sep 30, 2016 at 10:31 PM
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  11. Sep 30, 2016 at 10:44 PM
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  12. Oct 1, 2016 at 3:06 PM
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    BlueBottle

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    AntennaX off-road 13" antenna
    Pretty nice. Fits perfect and is rubber so it is pretty flexible.
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  13. Oct 5, 2016 at 7:16 PM
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    BlueBottle

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    Color matched mirror caps & door handles thanks to @TRDSparks. Very easy and quick install thanks to all the information from this site.
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  14. Oct 5, 2016 at 7:50 PM
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    Hey if you get a chance could you post pictures of the difference between the stock headlights and the LED
     
  15. Oct 5, 2016 at 8:08 PM
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    BlueBottle

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    Sorry I got excited when I was installing them and didn't get a chance to take pics.. Only one I have is this one.
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  16. Oct 5, 2016 at 8:30 PM
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    BlueBottle

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    So I picked up an MBRP 3" single installer series.. I got the cheapest one without tips.
    http://performancetruckproducts.com...5-7l-ec-std-sb-cc-sb-2009-2014-exhaust-system
    They are having a pretty good deal on it if anyone is interested! Use coupon code MBRP15 for 15% off.
    I paid $229 shipped after discount!!!! Thats cheaper than what a muffler shop would charge me to weld in a muffler.

    Packing was so so.. there were some small dings at the ends of some of the pieces, but its soft aluminum so its easy to bend it back with a pair of pliers.. no big deal.
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    All the pieces
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    It actually fit pretty decent amazingly. Lets just say it fit better than it looked! All pieces went together with minimal force and everything bolted up pretty good.
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    Conclusion :
    Initial Drive - It does have a a bit of drone around 1500-2000 rpms... its not too bad, its tolerable for now. Let's see if it gets worst as it breaks in.
    Fit & Finish - Fit is pretty good 9/10. Finish is good for what it is, aluminized pipe 7/10
    Value - Really good value for what I paid for it. I don't think I would pay more than what I paid though.
    I tried to remove my oem exhaust tip but it wouldn't budge. Once I get it off, i will see if it fits this pipe or not.
     
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  17. Oct 6, 2016 at 6:10 PM
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    BlueBottle

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    Installed my oem exhaust tip onto the mbrp. Just needed to buy a 3" clamp since the stock one is acually too big.
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  18. Oct 6, 2016 at 7:48 PM
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    If the drone is too much many have cut off the exhaust after the rear axle to get rid of it; on the downward slope. Seems to work well with any muffler swap from what I've read fwiw.

    PMG
     
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  19. Oct 8, 2016 at 11:09 AM
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    The drone was getting too much. So I copped off 24" from the tail pipe. And what do you know, the drone is completely gone!!!! Can't believe it. I was in denial that it would go away. I'm glad I did it.
     
  20. Oct 8, 2016 at 11:15 AM
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    Their is nothing like that annoying drone going down the freeway ! My last truck had the drone and try going on a long road trip with your wife and see how that works.......I went back to stock after that and the marriage got better. Beautiful truck and glad to see the drone went away ! ENJOY !!!!!!!
     
  21. Oct 8, 2016 at 11:26 AM
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    yup.. 10 minute drive before I chopped it and the wife already told me to put back the stock exhaust!! so I was glad the chop took out the drone, now happy wife! ;)
     
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    Glad it worked out for you!

    PMG
     
  23. Oct 8, 2016 at 9:45 PM
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    Thanks to @dcsleeper408 for putting in my lift!

    Front : LRO 3" spacer
    Rear : CB +3 Shackle
    Misc : Carrier bearing drop, urethane leaf bushing, front diff drop

    I gained 3.15" up front & 1.5-1.75" in back. I will re-measure once everything settles and I get an alignment.

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    Before & After - Same wheels/tires
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  24. Oct 8, 2016 at 11:19 PM
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    Have my wheels waiting for tires...

    FN BFD 18x9+12 in Graphite
    I weighed these on my bathroom scale and it is a light 22.5 lbs!

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  25. Oct 9, 2016 at 8:16 AM
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    Truck looks great!! I like the color of your wheels! Can't wait to see everything done with the wheels and tires! :bananadance:
     
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  26. Oct 9, 2016 at 11:35 AM
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    Thanks. Should be done next weekend.
    I was originally going to go with black but since I have no black on my truck I picked gunmetal. Hope the two grays don't clash.
     
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    Looks great!
     
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    Looking good man! I cant wait to see the wheels and tires on it!
     
  29. Oct 13, 2016 at 9:55 PM
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    Proclip dash mount with magnet mount. Puts the phone on the perfect spot for using navi.
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    Also wheels/tires are getting installed tomorrow!
     
  30. Oct 14, 2016 at 8:34 AM
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    Kind of off topic but what camera and lens are you using for these photos?? They are really sharp!
     
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