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Gom's overland Build

Discussion in '2.5 Gen Builds (2014-2021)' started by gomGom, Dec 15, 2020.

  1. Dec 15, 2020 at 9:25 AM
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    gomGom

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    Hi Everyone, I don't usually post anything on any forums but I decided to start build threads here to share with everyone.

    I picked up 2021 DC SR5 with TRD offroad package. It was only DC available at that time around town.
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    I decided to buy a fullsize pickup because the FJ was getting small for me and my wife
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    Hung out with my friend with a overland Tacoma
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    I was impressed how big the center console is.
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    got Line-X right away
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  2. Dec 15, 2020 at 9:33 AM
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    gomGom

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    installed TC bed stiffeners. and tailgate seals
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    10/19/2020 Temporary bed cover
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    10/24/2020 Installed OEM tailgate remote lock

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    11/15/2020
    went to Big Bear Lake, CA, I love these LED lights which I never had on my FJ
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  3. Dec 15, 2020 at 1:55 PM
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    gomGom

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    went to Anza Borrego


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    carwash
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  4. Dec 15, 2020 at 2:03 PM
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    Cruzer

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    I likey. Where did you get the tailgate seals?
     
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  5. Dec 16, 2020 at 9:36 AM
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    gomGom

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  6. Dec 16, 2020 at 9:43 AM
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  7. Dec 16, 2020 at 9:50 AM
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    gomGom

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    OEM front grill

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    It's hard to see, but PPF is done on the front grill, hood, a pillers, fenders, front part of the roof


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  8. Dec 16, 2020 at 10:00 AM
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    gomGom

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    Installed BumperShellz, removed all chromes (except emblems)

    Went to shoot some photos in downtown LA

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    you see a LAPD headquarter behind :)
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  9. Dec 16, 2020 at 10:58 AM
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    Are you using a real camera or a phone? I can never get good shots of my truck.
     
  10. Dec 16, 2020 at 5:08 PM
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    I am using a Sony A7 with 105mm for these photos, other shots are from a phone, you need long lens to get good shots of trucks or any vehicles.
     
  11. Jan 4, 2021 at 8:21 AM
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    Congrats, you got a new 2021 DC w/ TRD off-roading package, Awesome Tundra!
     
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  12. Jan 4, 2021 at 8:36 AM
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    Looks awesome! Nothing like a black tundra. About as good as it gets.
     
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  13. Jan 4, 2021 at 3:13 PM
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  14. Jan 4, 2021 at 3:18 PM
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    installed a ARB twin compressor and a manifold, and wired to Spod.

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  15. Jan 7, 2021 at 12:10 PM
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    Your are off to a fantastic start, loving your build. In to see your thoughts on the DashCam too - have you used that brand or model before?
     
  16. May 14, 2021 at 9:15 AM
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  17. May 14, 2021 at 9:27 AM
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    RCI Rock sliders:

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  18. May 14, 2021 at 9:31 AM
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    OME 612
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    Toytec 1.5" rear shackles
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    Camburg UCA
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    It gave over 3inch lift on front and 1.5 on rear
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  19. May 14, 2021 at 9:41 AM
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    Finally got BFG KO2 35x12.5r17
    Originally I wanted Falken AT3W tires, but they were back ordered when I was looking.


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    Installed on Method 313 wheels. I love the look of the truck

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    It was slightly rubbing even with -6 caster setup. Ended up doing BMC
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    Love the look now :)
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  20. Aug 1, 2021 at 6:40 AM
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