I pulled off the old school below the axle U-bolt mounted shock plates from the 1985 that inspired me. It had limit straps but I decided to omit on my version. I also didn't like the big bolt aspect. I though the double shear tabs on 1-1/2" DOM seemed stronger and more simplified. I don't know how long that setup was on the 85 but judging from the shocks and straps it must have been early 1990's. To bad the bottom eye mount of the shock had stripped threads. It let the shock pop off and hang down. When that happened it got dragged over something and caught up and bent the shaft. When I tried straightening (the second time it happened) it snapped. Oh well time for an upgrade.

 

That kit looks great, and my blood boils thinking of it! I do have a question for the OP and / or Blazen8:
What about the wider stance up front not matching the rear? Would you recommend wheel spacers in the back, or perhaps a different offset in the front? Or a combination of both?

I'm interested in this kit for way down the line on my 2004 turbo diesel Hilux.

 

Wheel adapters have been a good remedy for me and most of my customers. The Mantruck has 1.5" adapters in the rear. My 4 Runner has 2". My Fordota has 3". So far I have not had or heard of anyone having issues with the Toyota 6 Lug 5.5" bolt circle. My buddy with a 1966 Ford Bronco Roadster (5 lug 4.5" bolt circle) had 1.5" adapters on the front end that may not have been properly torqued come off on the freeway doing 60 mph.He was able to maintain control and pull to the shoulder but the wheel with attached adapter continued on flew off the overpass and embedded in a vans windshield below. It was a insurance claim nightmare and last I heard the settlement was 16K. So the moral is be careful to follow torque guidelines and check periodically. A Tacoma rear axle is a good swap as it is 3" wider and has an E-locker.

 

Great build aalba! truck looks pretty sweet. The step by step pictures helped me 100% with my kit.

 

Bump! Looking forward to seeing the Mantruck and blasting up some dunes this weekend at the UltimateYota Pismo Dunes Jamboree!

 

Alba, that was a fun trip! You have some good skills when it comes to off roading. Mechanical repairs, beer drinking, jump selection, and you can drive the Mantruck like a pro!

 

Lol I just read this for the first time. Yeah that was an awesome trip. I can't wait till the next pismo jamboree. I've perfected my beer drinking skills!

 

So how's it holding up now?

 

Holding up like a tank! I can't remember if I posted this but, I re geared my diffs to 4.88 and blazen8 and I retrofitted an e locker. My truck is ready to hit the dunes!!! The difference in power is night and day!

 

Well crap, I just realized you're ot in AZ anymore! I was hoping I could come check it out in person. Oh well, i think I've done enough reading and it's time to go for it!

 

I will be in AZ next week to visit some family. Going to the speck on the map named Meadview. It's near the south cove launch ramp on lake mead. Ever heard of it? Lol

 

Wuzuuup? AALBA-Air tickets now available at the gates at Oceano Dunes! Lol.....

 

Haha. That was fun! I need to make it back out to pismo more than once a year!

 

Hey YotaWoRx,

I was trying to do a search for "Blazeland" and its coming up with hundreds of threads now. I am creating a bump on threads that are pertinent to the subject. I'm marking them with keywords. I am using "Blazelander2013" if its a rig that actually has a Blazeland kit or good related info.

 

Bump,..... sup OP? Lol

 

haha im getting so many emails now

 

Wassup Mantruck! I am going to post the video I shot of you this past weekeend out at Ocotillo Wells OHV Park. Shell Reef or Devils slide I cant recall? Anyway here it is.

 

Thanks for posting that, Nate! That is awesome! I love that pickup!

 

Shell reef. Up the face of it! I didn't see any Barbie jeeps try it!!! Lmao!

 

I found a picture from the boys trip last month. It was fun cruising around the desert and camping out for a couple of days. Didn't you have a Go Pro attached to your windshield? You should post that here or on YouTube.