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2006 'Pico de Gallo' Red DC Build

Discussion in '1st Gen Builds (2000-2006)' started by trailbikerider, Aug 7, 2018.

  1. Sep 27, 2019 at 12:58 PM
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    Yessir! Everything is a direct swap over (steering wheel controls and CC) from your factory wheel. For $100, you can't beat it.
     
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  2. Sep 27, 2019 at 1:20 PM
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    So if my truck doesn't currently have steering wheel controls, and I got a wheel like this, how exactly would that work? Would the wires need to already be in place from the factory?
     
  3. Sep 27, 2019 at 1:58 PM
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    I'm sure you could run your own wires and make it work, but it wouldn't be easy.
     
  4. Sep 27, 2019 at 1:58 PM
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    Not sure if you're still having the cap/no cap dilemma.
    I'd say pull that wing that was on it when purchased outta storage and throw it on top of the cap... thing was saaaweet! Tuck it right behind the roof rack.

    Seriously though, truck looks awesome.
     
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  5. Sep 27, 2019 at 2:14 PM
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    Hahaha, that ugly son of a bitch went in the trash the first day I had the truck :laugh:

    For now I'm keeping the cap, it's been a lot more useful than I would have thought.
     
  6. Feb 2, 2020 at 9:01 PM
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    @trailbikerider How have you been liking the Victory sliders so far? I've been looking through 1st gen builds, and it looks like you're one of the only guys running them?
     
  7. Feb 2, 2020 at 9:10 PM
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    Check out @Casper421 's build. He also has them.
     
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  8. Feb 2, 2020 at 9:14 PM
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    Nice, thanks!
     
  9. Feb 25, 2020 at 9:46 AM
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    They're great, although I use mine more for steps than anything else. Great build quality.
     
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  10. May 20, 2020 at 5:58 PM
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    Long needed update. Ditched the cap back during the winter and installed a Truxedo tonneau cover. Also built a new set of retrofits using black housing headlights, which looks worlds better. In keeping with the chrome delete, I bought a stock style black powdercoated rear bumper which should be installed this weekend. Will be doing that along with replacing the carrier bearing in the driveshaft to get rid of the clunk the truck has when coming to a stop. Oh, and about to roll over 125k!

    [​IMG]Untitled by Blake Nichols, on Flickr
     
  11. May 20, 2020 at 6:03 PM
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    empty_lord They see me rollin'

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    custom body work, Billies with taco ARB springs, Icon AAL, TRD FJ trail team wheels, 2019 Toyota 86 radio, Blacked out interior, Added factory power everything, heater mirrors, ETC
    Man.. I really wish I could find black corners for my reg cab
     
  12. May 31, 2020 at 7:43 AM
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    Built a custom yak rack out of 1.5" stainless tubing this weekend. I can unbolt it, and the tonneau cover will still roll up underneath.

    [​IMG]Untitled by Blake Nichols, on Flickr

    [​IMG]Untitled by Blake Nichols, on Flickr
     
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  13. Jun 7, 2020 at 3:03 PM
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    Replaced the rack and pinion today with a Detroit Axle unit, new Energy Suspension poly rack bushings, and a new pair of 555 outer tie rod ends.
     
  14. Jun 7, 2020 at 9:00 PM
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    Where did you get that rear bumper?
     
  15. Jun 8, 2020 at 9:03 AM
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    Got it on eBay. Had a hell of a time finding a black bumper that fits a double cab, but had this one recommended to me by a few guys on Facebook.
     
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    Sweet truck!
    Do you have a link to the black housing headlights? I just picked up an 06 DC and it needs a set, and I'd rather they be black.
    Ill keep an eye out for your rig next time I'm in Kzoo - I'm just an hour north.
     
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  17. Jul 12, 2020 at 7:51 PM
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    These are what I ordered, but it appears they're out of stock. There are other options available on eBay that are the exact same as this too.

    https://www.ebay.com/itm/201592189889
     
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  18. Aug 27, 2020 at 10:54 AM
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    Came back to report that I've had the truck for 2 years and almost 30,000 miles! At this point, I'm beyond ready for something new.... and while I have been sorta looking at new trucks in recent weeks, I'm not as anxious to replace it as I normally am with my other vehicles. Toyota did it right when they built these.
     
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  20. Aug 27, 2020 at 2:35 PM
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    I'm looking at 34s again.... and a front bumper..

    I just bought a house, so I probably shouldn't spend money, but...
     
  21. Sep 1, 2020 at 10:31 AM
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    Are you one of those people that trades in vehicles constantly? :notsure:
     
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  22. Sep 1, 2020 at 1:52 PM
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    In recent years I have been, don't ask me why. By the way, that should read "At this point, I'm usually beyond ready for something new."

    I like this truck a lot, which is why I'm not as anxious to buy something else.
     
  23. Oct 12, 2021 at 7:40 PM
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    Do you have an current pics? I have the exact tundra with the trd wheels you had, looking at putting pizza cutters on. Does it look awkward at all?

    9AB7C3E5-E790-451D-A1F4-9622DCC5A15B.jpg
     
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