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Da_jeep_luvas SEMI Pro and Regular Cab build

Discussion in '2.5 Gen Builds (2014-2021)' started by da_jeep_luva, Jan 26, 2017.

  1. Jan 26, 2017 at 4:05 PM
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    da_jeep_luva

    da_jeep_luva [OP] New Member

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    It all began with saying goodbye to my 2012 TRD OFF Road Superwhite taco. She treated me well for 80k, but I wanted a new build. And then this happened.

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    Traded up. SR5 4x4 CM 5.7 38gal

    My goal is to turn her into a SEMI trd pro.
    Here she is all stock

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    First and most necessary mod.... trd pro grill. I have no love for chrome

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    Next up...... BADGES and tint and Morris caps. Went 5% on the front, 20% on the rear, 30% on the bed window and a dark ass strip on the windshield. If a cop gets behind me, he will see through the lighter tint in the rear and not pull me over :)

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    Now for the most proud mod so far, bye bye chrome bumper ends. I have a how to layer out in this thread.

    https://www.tundras.com/threads/how...per-caps-2017-and-reinstall.9858/#post-160936

    But the after affect is

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    Took the ends off myself and had them dechromed (140$) then blasted and powdercoated (160)

    Came out to a near perfect match.

    More to come

    Added some trd pro suspension and some coach builder gear
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  2. Jan 26, 2017 at 4:06 PM
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    da_jeep_luva

    da_jeep_luva [OP] New Member

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    IMG_1218.jpg Finally!!!! Wheels and tires time
    Changed my mind and decided to give toyos a try. Rubs a little at reverse but I'll fix that soon.

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    Dirty deeds 8" has arrived!!!
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  3. Jan 26, 2017 at 6:12 PM
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    CM-LENNY

    CM-LENNY No Complaints

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    PRO shocks, 37's Nitto G2's 4:88 diffs, few other mods
    Looking good Paul. What's the plans for wheels and tires ?
     
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  4. Jan 26, 2017 at 6:20 PM
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    TXMiamiFan

    TXMiamiFan SSEM #3 and tractor extraordinaire

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    TRD Pro Grille, ESP Storage, Tailgate Inserts, Line-X Bedliner, Weathertech Floorliners, Wet Okole Seat Covers, 5" Shorty Antenna, Mickey Thompson MM-366 Wheels, ToyTec Boss, 35" BFG KO2 to name a few.
    Nice!
    White is right!!!
     
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  5. Jan 26, 2017 at 6:56 PM
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    xd827 w/ white center star on nitto ridge grappler 275 65 20

    Suspension should be going on in a few weeks too.

    Getting all the easy stuff out the way first ya know.
     
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  6. Jul 3, 2017 at 5:23 PM
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    da_jeep_luva [OP] New Member

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  7. Jul 25, 2017 at 5:14 PM
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    da_jeep_luva [OP] New Member

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    Took some time and painted the stock running boards with gloss black spray paint. We will see how long it will hold
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  8. Oct 10, 2018 at 7:29 PM
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    I sold my Jeep and did a thing.....

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    08 124k 5.7 2wd. Let the fun begin.

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    Let’s fix that wheel and tire problem. But you gotta clean em first. Used set 220$. Chucking the tires and got some new ones going on tomorrow.

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  9. Oct 10, 2018 at 7:32 PM
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    -TRS Mini D2S Retrofit on TRD Pro Headlights (Apollo 2.0 Shrouds, 35w XB Ballasts, 5500k Bulbs) -Baja Designs Squadron R Sport Aux lights. -TRD Pro Grill -TRD Rear Sway Bar -BakFlip VP Tonneau w/BakBox -Dipped wheels & bumpers -Iron Cross HD steps -Undercover Swingcase -SunTek Paint Protection film -Tinted glass -Bedmat -OEM Towing Mirrors
    I love RCSB's. I need a CrewMac for my family, but the regular cabs are sweet looking!

    Can't wait to see the build.
     
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  10. Oct 11, 2018 at 8:35 AM
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    Wheels and tires
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  11. Oct 11, 2018 at 5:17 PM
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    da_jeep_luva [OP] New Member

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    Once I get some paint correction done, I’m taking my old badges and making some of this happen. Normally I despise chrome, but the wheels really set the tone for the truck so I got to roll with it. It’s not a 4x4, that photo is a joke. Lol C071DACC-C52D-4DD6-98C1-FC511B85792D.jpg34236A7A-0D58-443D-AC29-92F440ECD374.jpg
     
  12. Jan 17, 2020 at 6:13 PM
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    Rockwarrior white grill added

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    Getting chrome bumpers powdercoated in same color as the other truck.

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  13. Apr 4, 2020 at 5:52 PM
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    Final products of bumper powder coating. Much like paint, not all powder coating is the same color since it’s made in batches. Still happy overall with turnout

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    started an audio build and covid gave me some time to move on it. 3-4 cubic feet on a 15” FI Audio SSD rated for 1500w. And a MB Quart 1500 to compliment it. Tuned to 34 HZ


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    running all 1g wiring. CCA wiring this time, but OFC is going on the Crewmax.

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    Installing an ALPINE ILX 650. Installing dual cameras as well. Did not get a wiring harness. Just winged it. Used a diagram from modifiedlife.com. Only thing I noted on the 2008, there’s a slight difference on the speaker wires setup for a regular cab. Just played around with combos until I got it right.

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    COVID boredom. Still waiting on SUB to be built, cameras to show up, run cables for cameras, few misc electrical, and carpet box.

    Hopefully my patience will pay off. TBC

    Got some more goodies. Front and rear cameras and the sub arrived
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    just got to carpet box and wire amp and speaker up. And figure out what to tap the front camera into for power.

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  14. Dec 29, 2020 at 9:44 PM
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    da_jeep_luva [OP] New Member

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    Got it in. It pushes some air that’s for sure
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    Now for some new rims

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    Gonna go with a custom powdercoat. More to follow
     

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