Off Road Build with DIY and Production Mods on 37’s

Had to post a couple more, I love how capable these trucks are and the cool things I’ve gotten to see out of it

 

Btw these 7 series method bead grips are awesome. I ran all day at 8psi and have amazing traction and no problems. My friend has machined 703’s and ran at 4psi, perfect for deep snow

 

Simple but useful mod. I take groups out off roading about once a month and radio comms are essential to what we do with 10 to 15 rigs. I had the small cheap external speaker in my cupholder at the rear of the center console, but it barks so loudly that my wife hates it. So I moved it to my head rest. The RAM mount fits nicely on the half inch bar of the headrest and now the sound goes right into my ear at a lower volume, so it doesn’t annoy my wife. I was able to sneak the wire down through the back of the seat, both sides of the seat unzip on the back, making it easy to get access

 

This is how I get heat into my roof top tent

https://youtu.be/8j5GsPgwUBc

 

Added 8.7hp to my truck today.

I received and installed my Meso Customs topographic key FOB today. Looks good and I like how it feels in my hand.

https://yotaxpedition.com/products/...2&_sid=ac35a2a73&_ss=r&variant=45695309381868

 

2500 miles to Death Valley and back, thousands of dirt miles and a piece of rebar took out my rear drivers side tire. I was on my way to Kalispell MT and little St Regis has a small tire and tow shop that was going to see if they could patch it but they couldn’t break the bead on my Methods. They did put the spare up front for me. The hole was massive so I have a pair of new tires now. Not the Christmas present I was expecting to buy for myself.

35” spare vs 37”

 

Following. This thread is not only impressive…. It’s educational on many fronts! Thank you!

 

Glacier National Park

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DEGex2mSeL0/?igsh=M202Y3M2bHFxYWtr

 

Celebrating 15 group trips in 2024

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DEHE0asRVPs/?igsh=ZTgwMDg0aWJ6dmI5

 

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DEIYnbhy_JV/?igsh=NG9pd3EybjMxODRm

 

More snow!

 

Are you still happy with the westcott lift up front? Not too stiff?

 

It’s been fine for the price, the issue is the rebound as the shocks can’t keep up which the extra pop on the springs. I talked with Ben Brazda at Filthy Motor Sports (great educational YouTube channel btw) for about 30 minutes this week and I’m close to pulling the trigger on a set of Kings. I had a set on my Tacoma and loved them so we talked about how to tune them for my application with weight going on and off with the rack.

But for the price I can’t really say too much bad about the Westcott system.

 

So a couple questions for you but first Really great build thread and I would love to do a lot of what you've done so far. Can’t say how much I like your truck.What do the 37’s weigh, do you like Toyo tires and did you re-gear for those tires? I’m debating on Methods and Toyo but still in the thought process. Currently running Nitto trail graps and they are around 70 plus pounds but I pull a lot ( Scout boat, lawn care trailer etc.) and was worried about adding too much weight and causing transmission issues? Thank you

 

You know idk the weight but I’m sure toyo.com has that info. You do lose a couple mpg so you’d have to just know and accept that. The 7 series bead grips for Methods have been amazing. I warn tire shops about them to go slow de-beading them because they hold the bead so well. One shop ripped a sidewall and another couldn’t get it off.

I regards to the transmission it’s a 10 speed and hasn’t had any issues spinning the additional rotation mass. In sport mode I can still chirp the tires, I’ve never done a burnout as I pay for these tires myself! Haha

I love the way it looks now but it also helps off road for clearance, but not everyone has that need I know

 

I understand I just can’t decide to go up to 37 or not. Don’t off road a lot, I hunt, fish and work out of it on alot on the east coast but nothing like you do. I appreciate the quick response. Stay safe

 

Go 37’s!

Everytime you walk up to the truck you’ll like it. And away if you turn and look (in slow motion of course)

 

I probably will, because every time I see your truck it is exactly what I want from mine.

 

PapaDave
Being the most experienced guyI’ve found, curious if you might think this box

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$65 NZ6Z-60286A72-A Ford 2022-2024 Maverick Bed Cargo Partition Storage Bin

NZ6Z-60286A72-A, Ford Maverick, would fit. In fender well. Dimensions: 18.81 L x 9.31 W x 12.69 H in

 

My guess would be yes. The 9.31” is the constraining dimension between your bed and the inner fender. You can measure that under your truck

 

Thanks, Dave

 

FITCAMX DASHCAM FOR 3RD GEN TUNDRAS

I had a window mounted dashcam but never loved how it looked. I have one of these for my Rav4 and it looks OEM and barely there so I grabbed one for my truck. My guilty pleasure is watching dashcam crash videos on YT btw.

Install took like 20 minutes and it uses the mirror/TSS power at the top of the windshield, super easy.

$190 Fitcamx 4K Dash Cam for 2022-2025 Toyota Tundra & Sequoia 2023-2025 Limited SR SR5 TRD Pro Limited Platinum (Gen3), OEM Style, 2160P UHD Video, WiFi & APP, Loop Recording, G-Sensor, Plug & Play, 64GB

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BRKX4L78

 

Solid thread, keep it up!

 

I decided it might be fun to make some videos and post stuff

IG @papadave208
YouTube @papadave208

 

I made a DIY aluminum tailgate overlay. I looked at Snail Armor, Mountain House, Billie Bars, and All Pro tailgate tables. The first 3 are just overlays but All Pro has an actual insert replacement. None are cheap. I grabbed scrap aluminum from my local metal shop and got a half sheet of .080 for $44.

I bolted the aluminum to the tail gate skin and then made access holes to screw that to the tailgate. I may put foam on it or thin HDPE, we’ll see

 

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DEs8nLKy4cx/?igsh=MWV2bXp2N250eGcxNQ==

 

My next install! I’m pumped

 

Oooo now you really got my attention, full hoop all the way how I went on the 16 Tacoma!

 

Yeah I need the protection up in North Idaho from deer (moose & bear which will still crunch it though) and foliage in the back country.
I like the look, function, and protection of the Ironman unit. Second photo is a mock up I drew to see what the front would look like with two 7” driving lights. I’m going with Strands Skylords, the DRL’s are killer and can be amber or white.

 

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DE_s7sZMwCL/?igsh=MXgyaTdleWZqMnM2aQ==