cvlighthouse's 01 TACO TRD (LIFT, CAB OVER, ETC.) *Lots O Pics*

cvlighthouse · 05-30-2007, 03:20 PM

2001 Toyota Tacoma Xtra Cab TRD, 4x4, 5-speed, V-6.

Performance mods

* Deckplate
* Tru Flow air filter
* Borla Exhaust
* ISR mod

Suspension and Drivetrain:

* Revtek coil spacer lift
* Diff drop kit
* Beard limiting straps (front)
* 3" Rear Tuff Country add-a leaf
* Bilstein 5100 HD rear shocks
* Tuff Country traction bars

Exterior:

* TRD front skid plate
* Pro Comp 17x9 wheels (Black)
* Pro Comp 33" All Terrain tires
* Fog lamps
* 1992 Six Pac cab over camper
* Llumar window tint
* Grillcraft MX black w/ Ivan Stewart edition TRD badge
* 1992 Six Pac cab over camper

Interior:

* Escort 8500 Radar Detector
* 2 million candle spot light
* 500w power inverter
* 12v Air compressor
* Cobra 25 classic CB radio

Soon:
Sway Away 2.5 Racerunners (Tundra)
Bentup bumper
Smittybuilt winch
3/8" x 80' synthetic line
Trailgear fairlead
TRD supercharger (gen1)
URD 7th kit

Thanks for looking! Any comments or questions are welcome.

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MillerPKA · 05-30-2007, 03:45 PM

good looking rig, good looking chick. she come with the suspension lift? haha wooo i crack myself up...suspension in line for you just cause of the trailer or was it more? again, looking good....not too far away either....well used to be, i have a house in del mar

cvlighthouse · 05-30-2007, 04:07 PM

Thanks..My finance had a blast! She is a trooper! We didn't get there till 2am on Saturday morning and not one complaint!

This rig is my every day wheeler and I will beat the piss out of it wherever I go. Pismo, Bald Mtn, Hollister hills, etc. I need to do something about the front suspension. I'm thinking King Coil Overs because I jump my rigs pretty hard going over dunes and stuff. But, yeah, I wouldn't have been able to do 75 miles per hour over Pacheco Pass w/ the camper without the current suspension set up..

Here are some older pics:

96 runner:

86 yota:

profuse007 · 05-30-2007, 04:13 PM

ooooo---weeeee. looks fun

MillerPKA · 05-30-2007, 04:34 PM

last pic of your taco is suitable for framing

cvlighthouse · 05-30-2007, 04:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RooRRunner

last pic of your taco is suitable for framing

You must be referring to this one: http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b8...n/Image029.jpg

Yeah, that is taken on top of Bald Mtn. overlooking Shaver lake. I can't wait to get up there with the current set up. All though I had no problems getting to the top (or Brewer's lake for that matter) with the stock suspension. Just had some minor scrapes on the skid plates..

Chris862wd · 05-30-2007, 06:16 PM

Sweet setup. I've looked around for a simple, lightweight slide-in camper that my little '86 could haul, but I couldn't find one I liked. I'd love to have a little camper like that. Oh well...

AH64ID · 05-30-2007, 07:56 PM

nice setup..

Why limiting straps up front?

cvlighthouse · 05-30-2007, 11:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AH64ID

nice setup..

Why limiting straps up front?

All preventive maintenance.
My current uses super shocks are they are shot and don't even limit out the limiting straps. Hopefully the next front set-up will utilize the limiting straps and serve a purpose. If they keep the front axles from breaking and shocks from blowing, I'm good. They are Beard 18" from my rear 96 runner that I recycled..

AH64ID · 05-31-2007, 08:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cvlighthouse

All preventive maintenance.
My current uses super shocks are they are shot and don't even limit out the limiting straps. Hopefully the next front set-up will utilize the limiting straps and serve a purpose. If they keep the front axles from breaking and shocks from blowing, I'm good. They are Beard 18" from my rear 96 runner that I recycled..

Gotcha... I don't think they are very necessary up front unless your running a large top plate spacer or an extended hoe, but why run the extended hoes if you limit them

.. Shocks are generally the limit on the fronts, and I haven't heard of too many blowing them out from drooping, but that doesn't mean it doesn't happen....

What does that camper weigh? You sit nice and level with it in. Does it give you much rake with it out?

cvlighthouse · 05-31-2007, 10:28 AM

Camper weighs about 1100 pounds w/ 16 gal water and 5 gal propane. More with all the gear and coolers. As far as Rake, it rides fine. The headlights aim up a bit, but I just need to find a setting that I can go back to every time I put the camper on.

AH64ID · 05-31-2007, 10:35 AM

Have you thought about airbags? The ride is GREAT, mine dont limit travel, headlights and brakes stay where they should, and they are adjustable.

cvlighthouse · 05-31-2007, 10:57 AM

Yeah, I thought about airbags, especially if I plan on towing an aluminum boat behind. Not sure what brand though.

I was actually thinking about a rear sway bar too. Have many Tacoma owners done the rear sway bar? The old trucks had them and the ride was supposedly much smoother without as much roll.

AH64ID · 05-31-2007, 11:11 AM

I have the firestone bags and they are great. Super HD, more than needed, but I wanted durable since I do a ton of dirt road driving. I had them at 43psi this weekend and they rode so nice, couldnt even tell I had all the weight and trailer.

As far as swaybars I havent ever seen any, the airbags will help this thou. I know the rear swaybar on my 95 runner didnt do squat, it was way too small. I have never seen one on an older P/U, my 91 nor 92 had one.

Also, have you done or thought about the frame braces for your taco? Cant remember what years need them, but cbioffoad makes a killer set. I would look into those with all that camper weight. if you do airbags I would do them first then add the brace so you can trim the brace around the bag mount.

cvlighthouse · 05-31-2007, 11:32 AM

http://www.cbioffroadfab.com/index.php here?

I can't seem to find any info on frame braces either here nor there.

Yeah, I think I'll try the bags before anything. I did bottom out a couple times, but I was pushing it.. lol

AH64ID · 05-31-2007, 11:37 AM

Yes, click images, then go to early tacoma rear bumpers, they are in there.

Steve is here in Idaho, and I have never heard one bad thing about him. The folks at TTORA.com LOVE his work. I will be at his shop monday for a custom front receiver and winch basket.

cvlighthouse · 05-31-2007, 12:10 PM

Gotcha! Yeah I'll give them a call. I really like their front bumper "matts plate bumper
price code B"

toyotaoffroad91 · 06-01-2007, 07:06 PM

i knew the name looked familar...your on 600rr.net right...
anyway sweet camper man.. ive always wanted one because im on the beacheveryday with my runner fishing

neliconcept · 06-01-2007, 07:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AH64ID

Yes, click images, then go to early tacoma rear bumpers, they are in there.

Steve is here in Idaho, and I have never heard one bad thing about him. The folks at TTORA.com LOVE his work. I will be at his shop monday for a custom front receiver and winch basket.

yep and ill praise it too, i love this tirecarrier i have from him, does what I need, keeps my tire and hijack out of the cargo area.

def give him a ring.

cvlighthouse · 06-02-2007, 11:54 AM

Yup! I'm a moderator over at the motorcycle forum www.600rr.net I haven't been riding (besides daily commuting while the camper is on the truck) as much because I have been getting into camping and stuff. Right now I am looking at a boat to tow behind this whole setup. I'm thinking of a Alumaweld 17' Talon like this:

Am I going to need a supercharger? lol

As far as the tire carrier, I think AH64ID was only recommending the frame braces for the additional weight I am carrying. Something about the Tacoma's being weak in the frame. I know the old truck frames are stronger, for instance they had the 1 ton models.

cvlighthouse · 06-04-2007, 09:49 AM

Quote:

Right now I am looking at a boat to tow behind this whole setup. I'm thinking of a Alumaweld 17' Talon, Am I going to need a supercharger?

Anyone? Do you guys think I can pull it off w/ the cab over camper? Not sure how much the boat weighs w/ trailer, but right now I can do 60 miles per hour in 3rg gear going up steep grades w/ the camper on. I'm thinking the boat will slow it down another 10-20 miles per hour.

AH64ID · 06-07-2007, 09:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cvlighthouse

Anyone? Do you guys think I can pull it off w/ the cab over camper? Not sure how much the boat weighs w/ trailer, but right now I can do 60 miles per hour in 3rg gear going up steep grades w/ the camper on. I'm thinking the boat will slow it down another 10-20 miles per hour.

I would try it for a trip or two and see... 60mph isnt too bad.... Regearing wont help too much as it still wont allow you to use 4th probably, and will make you slower at 4.5K in 3rd.

A supercharger would give you a bunch more usable power, but since you will be using it with tremendous loud it would require some other serious upgrades to fuel, and cooling, at least you have a 5spd

... It would probably be a $$ endevour, but make the truck night and day difference

You will certainly want airbags if you add any tongue weight..

cvlighthouse · 06-12-2007, 10:11 AM

Sounds like a plan....

Here are some recent pictures after a wash and wax job. The truck sits a little high in the rear, but as you can see with the camper it levels right out!

cvlighthouse · 07-02-2007, 03:06 PM

I'm now looking into a supercharger. I understand that I will need additional parts to make it run right? Is there a low budget supercharger route?

**DeathCougar** · 07-02-2007, 03:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cvlighthouse

I'm now looking into a supercharger. I understand that I will need additional parts to make it run right? Is there a low budget supercharger route?

"Low budget" and "supercharger" dont go together heh. Save the money, do it right the first time, or pay $$$ to replace your engine when it blows prematurely.

05-30-2007, 03:45 PM	#2 (permalink)
MillerPKA Contributing Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: GSU/ATL/SD Posts: 1,322	good looking rig, good looking chick. she come with the suspension lift? haha wooo i crack myself up...suspension in line for you just cause of the trailer or was it more? again, looking good....not too far away either....well used to be, i have a house in del mar __________________ Weston 97 SR5: Profile 883/LC with OME/PC shocks ∙ 2" body lift ∙ ARB bull bar ∙ Safari Snorkel ∙ KC/IPF aux lighting ∙ 315/75 BF Goodrich KM2s ∙ LC Wheels ∙ Vortex Cherrybomb ∙ Custom black/tan color scheme ∙ couple other things Toytec 4Runner Catalog

05-30-2007, 04:07 PM	#3 (permalink)
cvlighthouse Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Carmel Valley, Ca. Posts: 446	Thanks..My finance had a blast! She is a trooper! We didn't get there till 2am on Saturday morning and not one complaint! This rig is my every day wheeler and I will beat the piss out of it wherever I go. Pismo, Bald Mtn, Hollister hills, etc. I need to do something about the front suspension. I'm thinking King Coil Overs because I jump my rigs pretty hard going over dunes and stuff. But, yeah, I wouldn't have been able to do 75 miles per hour over Pacheco Pass w/ the camper without the current suspension set up.. Here are some older pics: 96 runner: 86 yota: __________________ 01 Taco TRD w/ cab over camper here: http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=116933 Replica Ivan Stevart TRD grille here: http://www.yotatech.com/f2/01-tacoma...-alike-136935/

05-30-2007, 04:13 PM	#4 (permalink)
profuse007 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: TX Posts: 393	ooooo---weeeee. looks fun __________________ Tran, oO 4runner - Millenium Silver WTB: 01-02 4runner right(pass.) taillight .,~??▼.,~??▼.,~??▼ WTB: Hood wind deflector

05-30-2007, 04:34 PM	#5 (permalink)
MillerPKA Contributing Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: GSU/ATL/SD Posts: 1,322	last pic of your taco is suitable for framing __________________ Weston 97 SR5: Profile 883/LC with OME/PC shocks ∙ 2" body lift ∙ ARB bull bar ∙ Safari Snorkel ∙ KC/IPF aux lighting ∙ 315/75 BF Goodrich KM2s ∙ LC Wheels ∙ Vortex Cherrybomb ∙ Custom black/tan color scheme ∙ couple other things Toytec 4Runner Catalog

05-30-2007, 06:16 PM	#7 (permalink)
Chris862wd Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Maine, USA Posts: 40	Sweet setup. I've looked around for a simple, lightweight slide-in camper that my little '86 could haul, but I couldn't find one I liked. I'd love to have a little camper like that. Oh well... __________________ 1986 4wd long bed auto

05-30-2007, 07:56 PM	#8 (permalink)
AH64ID Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Idaho Posts: 4,637	nice setup.. Why limiting straps up front? __________________ -John '05 Dodge 3500 SRW 4x4 SLT 5.9 Cummins QC LB NV5600 2003 SR5 4Runner, V6 4WD. 1" cornfed lift Previous Toyota's '92 Red Truck NALA Speed doesn't kill, its the sudden stop that hurts.

05-31-2007, 10:28 AM	#11 (permalink)
cvlighthouse Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Carmel Valley, Ca. Posts: 446	Camper weighs about 1100 pounds w/ 16 gal water and 5 gal propane. More with all the gear and coolers. As far as Rake, it rides fine. The headlights aim up a bit, but I just need to find a setting that I can go back to every time I put the camper on. __________________ 01 Taco TRD w/ cab over camper here: http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=116933 Replica Ivan Stevart TRD grille here: http://www.yotatech.com/f2/01-tacoma...-alike-136935/

05-31-2007, 10:35 AM	#12 (permalink)
AH64ID Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Idaho Posts: 4,637	Have you thought about airbags? The ride is GREAT, mine dont limit travel, headlights and brakes stay where they should, and they are adjustable. __________________ -John '05 Dodge 3500 SRW 4x4 SLT 5.9 Cummins QC LB NV5600 2003 SR5 4Runner, V6 4WD. 1" cornfed lift Previous Toyota's '92 Red Truck NALA Speed doesn't kill, its the sudden stop that hurts.

05-31-2007, 10:57 AM	#13 (permalink)
cvlighthouse Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Carmel Valley, Ca. Posts: 446	Yeah, I thought about airbags, especially if I plan on towing an aluminum boat behind. Not sure what brand though. I was actually thinking about a rear sway bar too. Have many Tacoma owners done the rear sway bar? The old trucks had them and the ride was supposedly much smoother without as much roll. __________________ 01 Taco TRD w/ cab over camper here: http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=116933 Replica Ivan Stevart TRD grille here: http://www.yotatech.com/f2/01-tacoma...-alike-136935/

05-31-2007, 11:11 AM	#14 (permalink)
AH64ID Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Idaho Posts: 4,637	I have the firestone bags and they are great. Super HD, more than needed, but I wanted durable since I do a ton of dirt road driving. I had them at 43psi this weekend and they rode so nice, couldnt even tell I had all the weight and trailer. As far as swaybars I havent ever seen any, the airbags will help this thou. I know the rear swaybar on my 95 runner didnt do squat, it was way too small. I have never seen one on an older P/U, my 91 nor 92 had one. Also, have you done or thought about the frame braces for your taco? Cant remember what years need them, but cbioffoad makes a killer set. I would look into those with all that camper weight. if you do airbags I would do them first then add the brace so you can trim the brace around the bag mount. __________________ -John '05 Dodge 3500 SRW 4x4 SLT 5.9 Cummins QC LB NV5600 2003 SR5 4Runner, V6 4WD. 1" cornfed lift Previous Toyota's '92 Red Truck NALA Speed doesn't kill, its the sudden stop that hurts. Last edited by AH64ID; 05-31-2007 at 11:13 AM.

05-31-2007, 11:32 AM	#15 (permalink)
cvlighthouse Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Carmel Valley, Ca. Posts: 446	http://www.cbioffroadfab.com/index.php here? I can't seem to find any info on frame braces either here nor there. Yeah, I think I'll try the bags before anything. I did bottom out a couple times, but I was pushing it.. lol __________________ 01 Taco TRD w/ cab over camper here: http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=116933 Replica Ivan Stevart TRD grille here: http://www.yotatech.com/f2/01-tacoma...-alike-136935/

05-31-2007, 11:37 AM	#16 (permalink)
AH64ID Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Idaho Posts: 4,637	Yes, click images, then go to early tacoma rear bumpers, they are in there. Steve is here in Idaho, and I have never heard one bad thing about him. The folks at TTORA.com LOVE his work. I will be at his shop monday for a custom front receiver and winch basket. __________________ -John '05 Dodge 3500 SRW 4x4 SLT 5.9 Cummins QC LB NV5600 2003 SR5 4Runner, V6 4WD. 1" cornfed lift Previous Toyota's '92 Red Truck NALA Speed doesn't kill, its the sudden stop that hurts.

05-31-2007, 12:10 PM	#17 (permalink)
cvlighthouse Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Carmel Valley, Ca. Posts: 446	Gotcha! Yeah I'll give them a call. I really like their front bumper "matts plate bumper price code B" __________________ 01 Taco TRD w/ cab over camper here: http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=116933 Replica Ivan Stevart TRD grille here: http://www.yotatech.com/f2/01-tacoma...-alike-136935/

06-01-2007, 07:06 PM	#18 (permalink)
toyotaoffroad91 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: long island, NY Posts: 343	i knew the name looked familar...your on 600rr.net right... anyway sweet camper man.. ive always wanted one because im on the beacheveryday with my runner fishing __________________ 91 pickup 22RE, 5 speed swap, 35x12.5 TriXuS M/T-SOLD! 96 4Runner Limited-FOR SALE! 07 FJ

06-02-2007, 11:54 AM	#20 (permalink)
cvlighthouse Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Carmel Valley, Ca. Posts: 446	Yup! I'm a moderator over at the motorcycle forum www.600rr.net I haven't been riding (besides daily commuting while the camper is on the truck) as much because I have been getting into camping and stuff. Right now I am looking at a boat to tow behind this whole setup. I'm thinking of a Alumaweld 17' Talon like this: Am I going to need a supercharger? lol As far as the tire carrier, I think AH64ID was only recommending the frame braces for the additional weight I am carrying. Something about the Tacoma's being weak in the frame. I know the old truck frames are stronger, for instance they had the 1 ton models. __________________ 01 Taco TRD w/ cab over camper here: http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=116933 Replica Ivan Stevart TRD grille here: http://www.yotatech.com/f2/01-tacoma...-alike-136935/

06-12-2007, 10:11 AM	#23 (permalink)
cvlighthouse Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Carmel Valley, Ca. Posts: 446	Sounds like a plan.... Here are some recent pictures after a wash and wax job. The truck sits a little high in the rear, but as you can see with the camper it levels right out! __________________ 01 Taco TRD w/ cab over camper here: http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=116933 Replica Ivan Stevart TRD grille here: http://www.yotatech.com/f2/01-tacoma...-alike-136935/

07-02-2007, 03:06 PM	#24 (permalink)
cvlighthouse Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Carmel Valley, Ca. Posts: 446	I'm now looking into a supercharger. I understand that I will need additional parts to make it run right? Is there a low budget supercharger route? __________________ 01 Taco TRD w/ cab over camper here: http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=116933 Replica Ivan Stevart TRD grille here: http://www.yotatech.com/f2/01-tacoma...-alike-136935/

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