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The Tundra from Down Unda

Discussion in '1st Gen Builds (2000-2006)' started by Jon@Mule, Jan 28, 2020.

  1. Jan 28, 2020 at 3:37 PM
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    Jon@Mule

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    ADS/Deaver Suspension, 4.88's, ARB's Front and Rear, 35" MTR's, SCS Steatlh 6
    So this is a bit of a long story... I bought my original 2001 Tundra from my father back in 2009, and built it up over the next several years.

    OME Suspension
    ARB Sahara Bumper
    ARB Intensity Lights
    Warn 9.5XP
    ARB Air Lockers Front and Rear
    Nitro 4.88 gears
    SCS Stealh 6 Wheels
    35x12.5R17 MTR's


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    Then in Dec 2018 this happened...


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    The truck was totalled. I didn't have comprehensive insurance, and homeowners didn't cover it. Shit out of luck.

    With some help from friends and family I ended up with this 2001 Tundra with a bad transmission.
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    We ended up pulling all the good parts from the old Tundra, and turned it into this!
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    At this point I upgraded the suspension to ADS coilovers and shocks. UCA's are Total Chaos. Baja Design XL80 lights on the old bumper, with a Comeup 9.5 Seal Gen 2 Winch. At this point it's a pretty capable and nice truck! Not to leave things be...

    I had Box Rocket Designs do a rendering for me, and while some things are changing from this version, it will be more or less like this when I am finished.
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    That is my goal, and this is where I am cusrrently at.

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    The addition of the Stealth F5's, and 37" Yokohama make me smile. Until something breaks...
     
  2. Jan 28, 2020 at 3:41 PM
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    Pinay

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    Welcome from SoCalif!!
     
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  3. Jan 28, 2020 at 3:41 PM
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    TXMiamiFan

    TXMiamiFan SSEM #3 and tractor extraordinaire

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    Bad ass. Can't wait to see final results.

    :popcorn:
     
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  4. Jan 28, 2020 at 3:44 PM
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    Pinay

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    Too bad about the accident!! Hopefully you’ll get to build this one up too!!
     
  5. Jan 28, 2020 at 4:28 PM
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    TheBeast

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    welcome ! looking good !
     
  6. Jan 28, 2020 at 4:45 PM
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    SunTundra413

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    Welcome from Western Massachusetts
     
  7. Jan 28, 2020 at 4:58 PM
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    because_wumbo-truck

    because_wumbo-truck TTC#036 & 1st Degenerate

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    You're going to have to tell is how to managed to fit 37s
     
  8. Jan 30, 2020 at 4:16 PM
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    imDementeD

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    you mind explaining the OME setup? Just curious as I am about to toss on mine and wondering what shocks/springs you used.
     
  9. Jan 30, 2020 at 5:00 PM
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    FirstGenVol

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    Man that looks good. Those 37's look so good.

    Is Mule where you work? I saw you had Mule cut out of your skid plates.
     
  10. Jan 30, 2020 at 5:02 PM
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    FirstGenVol

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    Also, it really shouldn't be that expensive to move up to comprehensive coverage. If you haven't already, I would consider it. And you'd want to declare that bed to your insurance so they cover it.
     
  11. Jan 30, 2020 at 10:04 PM
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    because_wumbo-truck

    because_wumbo-truck TTC#036 & 1st Degenerate

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    I was paying $79 a month for full coverage, but it went up to $108 a month. Bullshit lol
     
  12. Jan 30, 2020 at 10:18 PM
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    Nice, we just threw those Yokos G003 m/t in 35's on my dads jeep tire looks beefy for sure!
     
  13. Jan 31, 2020 at 10:26 AM
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    Very cool as it is...can't wait to see the finished product! :thumbsup:
     
  14. Jan 31, 2020 at 10:41 AM
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    Grumpy Uncle Pushing string down the hall SSEM #10

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    I'm digging it!!
     
  15. Jan 31, 2020 at 12:15 PM
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    BestGen

    BestGen Free Kyle!

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    Yes! I'd like to know too! I'm guessing CMC..?:notsure: How're you liking the new Yokohamas? Thinking of going with the new Geolander X-AT next set. :thumbsup:
     
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  16. Jan 31, 2020 at 12:20 PM
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    TundraDude18

    TundraDude18 Deus vult

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    Welcome from Missouri:hattip:
     
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  17. Feb 14, 2020 at 12:08 PM
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    I love the Yokohama's. They took very little weight when balanced, and are awesome in the snow. The X-At's are pretty rad as well. I wouldn't hesitate to run them at all.
     
  18. Feb 14, 2020 at 12:09 PM
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    I do work at Mule ;)
     
  19. Feb 14, 2020 at 12:11 PM
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    We tubbed the firewall for clearance.
     
  20. Feb 14, 2020 at 12:12 PM
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    because_wumbo-truck

    because_wumbo-truck TTC#036 & 1st Degenerate

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    Got any pics?
     
  21. Feb 14, 2020 at 12:14 PM
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    On the front I ran 1st gen Taco struts with various different coils. I finally settled on the 2886 coils after I had the skid plate built. If you are not running a bumper/winch/skid plate I would go 2885 coils. The rear was a mutt leaf pack with 2nd gen Taco shocks.
     
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  22. Feb 14, 2020 at 12:24 PM
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  23. Mar 1, 2022 at 1:42 PM
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    It's been a while since I have posted, and a lot has changed! I am now running a MITS Alloy tray and canopy on the back, and could not be any happier! So much storage with the tray, and canopy. It's not nearly finished as I still need to build out the electrical in the canopy.

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