Toyospearo's FLATBED build... - Page 3

annoyingrob · 09-26-2009, 12:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by toyospearo

I am working on some way to secure it

Chain through handle, weld one end to the backside of the holder, lock the other end to the other side.

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toyospearo · 09-26-2009, 07:09 AM

I was thinking about the same thing. The only issue I have with the chain is rattling when I am offroad.

BT17R · 09-26-2009, 09:21 AM

Just caught this thread. toyo, most impressive, innovative design and construction, well done to say the least.

What determined your materials choice?

toyospearo · 09-26-2009, 09:33 AM

Thanks!!
Cost, weight, strength, and look. In that order. I just made it out cost wise. Steel just went up last week by 20%.

yota_mota · 09-27-2009, 08:54 AM

That is by far the most amazing flatbed I've ever seen

. And I grew up around fab happy rednecks in the mountains where flatbeds were as abundant as Bud Light!

I hope you cataloged and documented everything. I was on the fence forever about putting a flatbed on my truck, now I've officially made my decision. Only if you do the

for me! Great job man!

toyospearo · 09-27-2009, 09:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yota_mota

That is by far the most amazing flatbed I've ever seen

. And I grew up around fab happy rednecks in the mountains where flatbeds were as abundant as Bud Light!

I hope you cataloged and documented everything. I was on the fence forever about putting a flatbed on my truck, now I've officially made my decision. Only if you do the

for me! Great job man!

WOW!!
I appreciate that comment very much!!!

VSU_4runnin · 09-27-2009, 09:46 AM

WOW!
that is one incredible bed, clean strurdy.. and it looks just incredible

DubVipers · 09-27-2009, 02:20 PM

I would rock that on my 2WD...

toyospearo · 09-30-2009, 10:42 AM

Got the gas can secured. It won't keep them for stealing it but it will take them a little longer

Took it out for a spin. Did some pretty decent wheeling. No wheeling shots (I was alone and couldn't get any decent pics of it in action.)
With the the gearing, the Aussie and the flatbed (weight) the thing will literally climb a Redwood tree! I am totally amazed at what this little truck will do. And it hasn't even started raining yet

bxlt · 09-30-2009, 11:39 AM

The only reason I read this thread is because I knew you would do something pretty amazing (after seeing your attention to detail in your SAS thread) and I have to say I am amazed! That is one flatbed I would LOVE to have on my truck. Nice work!

toyospearo · 10-01-2009, 07:56 AM

My Wabfab sticker is on!!! FINALLY this project is done!!

Soobarubin · 10-01-2009, 04:37 PM

That truck is literally the coolest truck I have ever seen!

I show this thread to all my friends...

-Jaren

slacker · 10-01-2009, 04:59 PM

very nice man !!

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Monochrome · 10-02-2009, 02:50 PM

I was impressed enough with your SAS thread, and then after reading every page, I saw this one and was blown away. Amazing job. It's definitely the best flatbed I've ever seen, and I've seen a lot of them.

Out of curiosity, what would you say the total weight of the FB is? It's got to weigh a lot more than the old bed...

toyospearo · 10-03-2009, 08:07 PM

I ducked into the weigh station nearby when the CHP wasn't around and did a quick weigh. The flatbed weighs roughly 400lbs. The bed was around 300lbs. The headache rack gives the flatbed a more weighty look however it is only 1/8" steel. What makes it so strong is the structure - 1/8" enclosed, welded all around and connected/welded to the flatbed.
Thanks for the comments!!!

JShaffer0525 · 10-07-2009, 10:12 AM

wow, ive seen a lot of nice rigs on here but i am honestly jealous now. your truck is absolutely amazing.

if you dont mind me asking (maybe i missed it), what was the final cost?

camo31"10.50" · 10-07-2009, 10:58 AM

i agree!..you have the best looking rig on yotatech by far!

that flatbed set it up on a pedestal

nintythree4runner · 10-07-2009, 11:28 AM

im speachless lol.that thing is sick.

Wheelingnoob · 10-21-2009, 12:36 PM

Awesome job, great functional bed.

How is it all working out now? You have had a few months to get the suspension all worked in. I read you added a leaf to it but in the front or the back and why?

Great job again and as has been said before, best truck on Yotatech IMO.

Jeremy

toyospearo · 10-21-2009, 12:49 PM

THANKS!!!
It is working out great! I added a leaf to bring it up to level. I had a little bit of a sag and I had an extra 2 leafs that would fit the OmE leaf pack. It brought it up just a little in the back. I kinda like the look of a slightly raised back end. I really rides nice. The weight is toward the middle of the rig and it is a little different than the stocker bed. I really like it. Wheels incredible. I did some decent wheeling in the past few weeks. my only regret is it is really muddy and dirty. But, eh thats what its for.
Thanks again!
Kind of a bad pic-

Wheelingnoob · 10-21-2009, 02:22 PM

That's awesome! Glad its all working out so well, wish I had done a bit more research when I did mine.

I am talking with Mike about a custom leaf pack now and trying to get mine working a bit better.

Great job!

Jeremy

turboturd8607 · 10-21-2009, 02:28 PM

that is soooo sick!! great work

flatlands_ninja · 10-25-2009, 02:09 AM

VERY NICE !!!!!!!!!!!!!

i am getting ready to do mine now i have some real ideas

davo247d · 10-25-2009, 02:05 PM

im speachless lol it is beautiful

Teuf · 10-25-2009, 02:16 PM

I , A not so big fan of flatbeds, thinks that there is a band Box Spiffy job you did.

09-26-2009, 07:09 AM	#52 (permalink)
toyospearo Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: way way nor cal Posts: 1,584	I was thinking about the same thing. The only issue I have with the chain is rattling when I am offroad. __________________ 94 Ext. cab 22re Aussied, 4.88's, SAS,ed, FLATBED, Old Man Emu rear leafs w/TG 5.5" shackles, TG sliders, LC Header, Marlin super HD clutch, 32's- Swamper TSL's- RC rims, Badland Bumper, lifted, lighted, LED'ed, Warned, alternatored (LC High ouput), Hammed, gusseted, trussed, etc, etc... My build thread http://www.yotatech.com/f152/great-w...ck-sas-164531/ My Flatbed build thread http://www.yotatech.com/f88/toyospea...-build-191787/

09-26-2009, 09:21 AM	#53 (permalink)
BT17R Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Da Gorge, Oregon Posts: 5,673	Just caught this thread. toyo, most impressive, innovative design and construction, well done to say the least. What determined your materials choice? __________________ '07 FJ Cruiser TRD SE 6M/T

09-26-2009, 09:33 AM	#54 (permalink)
toyospearo Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: way way nor cal Posts: 1,584	Thanks!! Cost, weight, strength, and look. In that order. I just made it out cost wise. Steel just went up last week by 20%. __________________ 94 Ext. cab 22re Aussied, 4.88's, SAS,ed, FLATBED, Old Man Emu rear leafs w/TG 5.5" shackles, TG sliders, LC Header, Marlin super HD clutch, 32's- Swamper TSL's- RC rims, Badland Bumper, lifted, lighted, LED'ed, Warned, alternatored (LC High ouput), Hammed, gusseted, trussed, etc, etc... My build thread http://www.yotatech.com/f152/great-w...ck-sas-164531/ My Flatbed build thread http://www.yotatech.com/f88/toyospea...-build-191787/

09-27-2009, 08:54 AM	#55 (permalink)
yota_mota Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 58	That is by far the most amazing flatbed I've ever seen. And I grew up around fab happy rednecks in the mountains where flatbeds were as abundant as Bud Light! I hope you cataloged and documented everything. I was on the fence forever about putting a flatbed on my truck, now I've officially made my decision. Only if you do the for me! Great job man!

09-27-2009, 09:46 AM	#57 (permalink)
VSU_4runnin Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: South Georgia Posts: 657	WOW! that is one incredible bed, clean strurdy.. and it looks just incredible __________________ 1998 Toyota 4Runner: 33" BFG A/T T/A: KO 2.5" Lift CB Radio Brush Guard Yakima roof rack manikin head (Viola), and more to come! Clicky For Picky Buildup GATTORA KJ4HVQ Skywarn Ga 208 ΦΣK DAMN PROUD!

09-27-2009, 02:20 PM	#58 (permalink)
DubVipers Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: wichita Posts: 5	I would rock that on my 2WD... __________________ 94 DLX XCab 2WD RN90

09-30-2009, 10:42 AM	#59 (permalink)
toyospearo Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: way way nor cal Posts: 1,584	Got the gas can secured. It won't keep them for stealing it but it will take them a little longer Took it out for a spin. Did some pretty decent wheeling. No wheeling shots (I was alone and couldn't get any decent pics of it in action.) With the the gearing, the Aussie and the flatbed (weight) the thing will literally climb a Redwood tree! I am totally amazed at what this little truck will do. And it hasn't even started raining yet __________________ 94 Ext. cab 22re Aussied, 4.88's, SAS,ed, FLATBED, Old Man Emu rear leafs w/TG 5.5" shackles, TG sliders, LC Header, Marlin super HD clutch, 32's- Swamper TSL's- RC rims, Badland Bumper, lifted, lighted, LED'ed, Warned, alternatored (LC High ouput), Hammed, gusseted, trussed, etc, etc... My build thread http://www.yotatech.com/f152/great-w...ck-sas-164531/ My Flatbed build thread http://www.yotatech.com/f88/toyospea...-build-191787/ Last edited by toyospearo; 10-05-2009 at 09:38 AM.

09-30-2009, 11:39 AM	#60 (permalink)
bxlt Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Ellensburg, WA Posts: 240	The only reason I read this thread is because I knew you would do something pretty amazing (after seeing your attention to detail in your SAS thread) and I have to say I am amazed! That is one flatbed I would LOVE to have on my truck. Nice work! __________________ 86 Regular Cab, 31x10.50, 22r, 5sp, Marlin 1200lb Heavy Duty Clutch, Smittybuilt Rear Bumper and 275K miles and counting 89 4Runner 3.Slow 5sp 31x10.50 in need of some help but I have plans for it (in no particular order): Front bumper and winch, 2” Body lift, BJ Spacers, Locker 33's and more

10-01-2009, 07:56 AM	#61 (permalink)
toyospearo Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: way way nor cal Posts: 1,584	My Wabfab sticker is on!!! FINALLY this project is done!! __________________ 94 Ext. cab 22re Aussied, 4.88's, SAS,ed, FLATBED, Old Man Emu rear leafs w/TG 5.5" shackles, TG sliders, LC Header, Marlin super HD clutch, 32's- Swamper TSL's- RC rims, Badland Bumper, lifted, lighted, LED'ed, Warned, alternatored (LC High ouput), Hammed, gusseted, trussed, etc, etc... My build thread http://www.yotatech.com/f152/great-w...ck-sas-164531/ My Flatbed build thread http://www.yotatech.com/f88/toyospea...-build-191787/

10-01-2009, 04:37 PM	#62 (permalink)
Soobarubin Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Rathdrum Idaho Posts: 21	That truck is literally the coolest truck I have ever seen! I show this thread to all my friends... -Jaren __________________ 1987 4Runner YES I live in North Idaho, and NO there are not a ton of Aryan's here...

10-01-2009, 04:59 PM	#63 (permalink)
slacker Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: BC Canada Posts: 2,114	very nice man !! . __________________ 86 4x4 , fiberglass bed , 1/2 doors , hood ... more to come . 84 2WD "hotrod" Intercooled 7MGTE 83 Trekker SR5 CURRENT BUILD My home page MY PAGE 2WD fourm I frequent NEW Trekker forum

10-02-2009, 02:50 PM	#64 (permalink)
Monochrome Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 187	I was impressed enough with your SAS thread, and then after reading every page, I saw this one and was blown away. Amazing job. It's definitely the best flatbed I've ever seen, and I've seen a lot of them. Out of curiosity, what would you say the total weight of the FB is? It's got to weigh a lot more than the old bed... __________________ 1990 Pickup 4x4 22RE, 270k miles My Build/Restoration Thread

10-03-2009, 08:07 PM	#65 (permalink)
toyospearo Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: way way nor cal Posts: 1,584	I ducked into the weigh station nearby when the CHP wasn't around and did a quick weigh. The flatbed weighs roughly 400lbs. The bed was around 300lbs. The headache rack gives the flatbed a more weighty look however it is only 1/8" steel. What makes it so strong is the structure - 1/8" enclosed, welded all around and connected/welded to the flatbed. Thanks for the comments!!! __________________ 94 Ext. cab 22re Aussied, 4.88's, SAS,ed, FLATBED, Old Man Emu rear leafs w/TG 5.5" shackles, TG sliders, LC Header, Marlin super HD clutch, 32's- Swamper TSL's- RC rims, Badland Bumper, lifted, lighted, LED'ed, Warned, alternatored (LC High ouput), Hammed, gusseted, trussed, etc, etc... My build thread http://www.yotatech.com/f152/great-w...ck-sas-164531/ My Flatbed build thread http://www.yotatech.com/f88/toyospea...-build-191787/ Last edited by toyospearo; 10-03-2009 at 08:08 PM.

10-07-2009, 10:58 AM	#67 (permalink)
camo31"10.50" Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Vian, OK Posts: 2,081	i agree!..you have the best looking rig on yotatech by far! that flatbed set it up on a pedestal __________________ FOR SALE 1986 Ext. Cab 4x4, rebuilt 22R, 5spd, 31x10.50 X-Terrains FOR SALE 1992 SR5 FO RUNNA V6, 5 speed, 4in. trail-master lift, 33x12.50 BFG muds, 4.56 gears!!! and an IMMACULATE interior..yes..you should be jealous "Its still a toyota man.. Dont deprive it of its capabilities.." "If you can read english, Thank a teacher...If you can speak it, Thank a soldier!!" Kelli Ruark-2009

10-07-2009, 11:28 AM	#68 (permalink)
nintythree4runner Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Livermore(East Bay),California Posts: 60	im speachless lol.that thing is sick. __________________ ~1993 4Runner~ 3in Rough Country Lift~32x12.50r15 Remington Wide Brutes~No Sway Bars~K&N Intake~40 Series Flowmaster exhaust~Warn Manual Locking Hubs Futue Mods 3.4 Swap~SAS~Leaf Spring the Rear(Undecided)~Dual Case~Body Armor/Exo Cage~Sterio System~Lockers Front/Rear~BFG M/T or Goodyear M/T 35x12.50r15 Other Transportation Custom Fit BMX 1989 Foxbody 300k on it.(Still spin 2nd) 2004 Dodge Ram1500 5.7 Hemi

10-21-2009, 12:36 PM	#69 (permalink)
Wheelingnoob Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Surrey, BC Posts: 267	Awesome job, great functional bed. How is it all working out now? You have had a few months to get the suspension all worked in. I read you added a leaf to it but in the front or the back and why? Great job again and as has been said before, best truck on Yotatech IMO. Jeremy __________________ 93 2dr 4runner "overland build" www.overlandcanada.com 89 Supra Built 2jz swap,T67 DBB and a Vipec V88.

10-21-2009, 12:49 PM	#70 (permalink)
toyospearo Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: way way nor cal Posts: 1,584	THANKS!!! It is working out great! I added a leaf to bring it up to level. I had a little bit of a sag and I had an extra 2 leafs that would fit the OmE leaf pack. It brought it up just a little in the back. I kinda like the look of a slightly raised back end. I really rides nice. The weight is toward the middle of the rig and it is a little different than the stocker bed. I really like it. Wheels incredible. I did some decent wheeling in the past few weeks. my only regret is it is really muddy and dirty. But, eh thats what its for. Thanks again! Kind of a bad pic- __________________ 94 Ext. cab 22re Aussied, 4.88's, SAS,ed, FLATBED, Old Man Emu rear leafs w/TG 5.5" shackles, TG sliders, LC Header, Marlin super HD clutch, 32's- Swamper TSL's- RC rims, Badland Bumper, lifted, lighted, LED'ed, Warned, alternatored (LC High ouput), Hammed, gusseted, trussed, etc, etc... My build thread http://www.yotatech.com/f152/great-w...ck-sas-164531/ My Flatbed build thread http://www.yotatech.com/f88/toyospea...-build-191787/ Last edited by toyospearo; 10-21-2009 at 01:36 PM.

10-21-2009, 02:22 PM	#71 (permalink)
Wheelingnoob Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Surrey, BC Posts: 267	That's awesome! Glad its all working out so well, wish I had done a bit more research when I did mine. I am talking with Mike about a custom leaf pack now and trying to get mine working a bit better. Great job! Jeremy __________________ 93 2dr 4runner "overland build" www.overlandcanada.com 89 Supra Built 2jz swap,T67 DBB and a Vipec V88.

10-21-2009, 02:28 PM	#72 (permalink)
turboturd8607 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: antrim nh Posts: 6	that is soooo sick!! great work

10-25-2009, 02:09 AM	#73 (permalink)
flatlands_ninja Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canada Posts: 2	VERY NICE !!!!!!!!!!!!! i am getting ready to do mine now i have some real ideas __________________ ............................................... 85 longbed,daily driver/toy .................................................. .................

10-25-2009, 02:05 PM	#74 (permalink)
davo247d Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Helena Montana Posts: 243	im speachless lol it is beautiful __________________ 1988 p/u 4x4 22re all stock accept the new dents i put in the side of it, o/e clutch from toyota, timing chain kit, water pump, and the newest a blown head gaskit and it needs new rings wait for a rebuild thread! New Truck 88 sr5 22re with rancho's and a nice little towing package but the engine was knocking so i pulled the engine out and im gonna rebuild it

10-25-2009, 02:16 PM	#75 (permalink)
Teuf Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Napa, Ca Posts: 494	I , A not so big fan of flatbeds, thinks that there is a band Box Spiffy job you did.

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