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Thatbassguy's financially irresponsible build and record of where all of my money went

Discussion in '5th Gen Builds (2010-2024)' started by Thatbassguy, Mar 22, 2020.

  1. Mar 24, 2021 at 5:42 AM
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    EffinNewGuy

    EffinNewGuy Completely clueless

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    Bought the same cooler based on reviews on OverlandBound. For the money, It can't be beat.
     
  2. Mar 24, 2021 at 6:03 AM
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    Thatbassguy [OP] New member? Really??

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    Yes! I'm very happy with it. Lifetime are made in USA as well.

    :oldglory:
     
  3. Mar 24, 2021 at 7:34 AM
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    Who makes the cooler?
     
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  4. Mar 24, 2021 at 7:43 AM
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    Lifetime. It's a Walmart brand, but says it's made in the U.S.
     
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  5. Mar 24, 2021 at 7:51 AM
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    Pinstripes, lots of em. Plus a couple dents.
    It wouldn't need to hold much weight as the tire could still sit on the floor of the cargo area. It would prevent it from coming loose off road.
     
  6. Mar 24, 2021 at 7:56 AM
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    Thatbassguy [OP] New member? Really??

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    I'm pretty sure I'm going to build something similar to the product @Chris In Milwaukee linked. I did think about trying to extend something down to the floor and just bolt it to that as well. Maybe I'll pull up the carpet this weekend and poke around and see what make the most sense.
     
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  7. Mar 24, 2021 at 8:24 AM
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  8. Mar 24, 2021 at 8:28 AM
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    Pinstripes, lots of em. Plus a couple dents.
    I poked around under there awhile back. Not much to mount to w/o drilling holes.
    Pull the rear trim piece up by hand, undo those carpet clips:
    Carpet clips.jpg

    To reveal a nice foam Toyota labeled pad and this:

    Cargo Hold Floor.jpg
     
  9. Mar 24, 2021 at 8:29 AM
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    It's a little barren under there, isn't it?
     
  10. Mar 24, 2021 at 8:33 AM
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    Pinstripes, lots of em. Plus a couple dents.
    You have a good point there.
     
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  11. Mar 24, 2021 at 8:38 AM
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    Pinstripes, lots of em. Plus a couple dents.
    By the way, you guys have some kickazz looking roof top tents. Was admiring them the other day. Very "tactical" looking.
     
  12. Mar 24, 2021 at 8:49 AM
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    Thatbassguy [OP] New member? Really??

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    I just looked at this.

    @Desert Armor that fact you guys have a dog ramp option is pretty kick-ass in my book!
     
  13. Mar 24, 2021 at 10:46 AM
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    Thanks! We’re trying. Trying to keep them priced good too. It doesn’t seem like it’s a struggle, but sometimes it can be.
    The dog ramp is pretty neat. The owners thought of that one.

    (btw this is Rich, uploadadventure on TW)
     
  14. Mar 24, 2021 at 11:10 AM
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    Thatbassguy [OP] New member? Really??

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    Rich! What's up, man? That's awesome that you're working with a vendor!

    If you guys are looking for a guinea pig for any 4Runner stuff, let me know. :D
     
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  15. Mar 27, 2021 at 10:55 AM
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    Thatbassguy [OP] New member? Really??

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    I did the differentials and transfer case last night at a buddy's house. We came up with a nifty way to drain the transfer case without removing the skid or getting oil on it. I cut up a 5 quart oil bottle. I was able to break the drain plug loose, then remove it by hand through the opening. Didn't spill a drop!

    20210326_205837.jpg

    We had to remove both of the front skids to get at the front differential. I'm definitely getting my money's worth out of these things!

    20210326_230025_(1).jpg

    I'll probably be taking them back off in a few weeks and clean off the rust and re-paint them for another season of abuse. :)
     
  16. Mar 27, 2021 at 1:32 PM
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    Moon Landing AFFTC 1967/68 Eddies Air Patch

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    $$$ well spent :spending:now or :spending:later......:notsure:
     
  17. Mar 27, 2021 at 1:36 PM
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    Thatbassguy [OP] New member? Really??

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    Yes! I look at them as insurance. I don't play in the rocks that much, but it's good to have the protection for when I do.
     
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  18. Mar 27, 2021 at 9:13 PM
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    What transfer case fluid did you use?
     
  19. Mar 27, 2021 at 9:16 PM
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    Thatbassguy [OP] New member? Really??

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    I read that most people just run 75W-90 in everything, so that's what I bought. The transfer case fluid that came out was clearly thinner than the differential oil, so now I'm thinking I should order the Toyota liquid gold and change it again. :mad:
     
  20. Mar 27, 2021 at 9:19 PM
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    I was hanging out with Ben my parts guy today talking about this very subject. He might be able to get me some liquid gold for a good price. That shit is expensive!!

    Did you use Amsoil?
    How does it shift to 4wd?
     
  21. Mar 27, 2021 at 9:22 PM
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    Thatbassguy [OP] New member? Really??

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    I read a bunch of stuff about gear oil and decided to use generic Supertech. Considering I'll be changing mine more often than the standard interval, I figured it would be fine. It shifted like normal.
     
  22. Apr 20, 2021 at 7:01 PM
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    Thatbassguy [OP] New member? Really??

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    I got to assist in a recovery last week. It ended up being a good test of the Yokohamas. A 4Runner was stuck near Green Bay.

    sketch-1618970469470.jpg

    A very cool and helpful family showed up in a nice Jeep to help out.

    20210415_190958_HDR_(1).jpg

    I ended up getting pretty dirty. The tires did awesome!

    20210415_181919_HDR.jpg

    We were met by a nice LEO as we were coming out of the woods. He explained that we were on a snowmobile trail. There was a gate that should have been closed, and no signs posted, so no citations.

    20210415_185253_(1).jpg
     

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  23. Apr 25, 2021 at 8:49 AM
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    cool thread - what size are the Ko2's?
     
  24. Apr 25, 2021 at 8:58 AM
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    Thatbassguy [OP] New member? Really??

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    They were stock size, 265/70/17.
     
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  25. Jun 6, 2021 at 8:20 PM
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    Thatbassguy [OP] New member? Really??

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    I finally got the new shoes on some trails today. I ran them at 20 PSI and it was glorious! I believe I will continue to run these MT's during the summer and into fall and use the Toyo AT3's for Winter and Spring.

    They look even better with some dirt on them!

    20210606_133547_HDR.jpg

    Not really an exciting shot, but I thought it was cool to get a picture of the rear tire stuffed.

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    I had to take a picture on Instragam Hill, AKA "Bro Rock." Anyone who's been to the Pipeline probably knows the spot.

    20210606_104445_HDR.jpg

    All in all, I'm very happy with these tires. I've had 2 other sets of Yokohamas before, and they were also excellent for what they were.

    And, I'm still pleased with everything else about the 4Runner. I have a few more things to do, but it's plenty capable for what I do. I hope to be adding a few small updates here soon. :)
     
  26. Jun 7, 2021 at 11:17 AM
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    Flying solo on that run? Glad you had fun!

     
  27. Jun 7, 2021 at 11:26 AM
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    Pinstripes, lots of em. Plus a couple dents.
    Enjoy the 15mpg - I know I do... the tires are beasts off road though.
     
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  28. Jun 7, 2021 at 12:24 PM
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    Thatbassguy [OP] New member? Really??

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    Yes. I was visiting a friend near Bear Creek over the weekend. I decided to get up early Sunday and head up for some fun. There are some sections opened up that have been inaccessible for the last few years due to tornado damage.

    I'm also headed up that way this weekend with a friend who has a ranger who has never been off-roading before, at least in Wisconsin. I'm looking to put together a group run maybe in mid-july. Also, I did reserved a site at Boulder Lake for August 19-22 (I think, Thursday - Sunday).

    I have gotten everywhere from 12 - 20 with them. :) It really depends on what you're doing.

    I totally agree about the off-road performance, though! At 20 PSI, they walked right through anything I attempted! I am more impressed the more I use them. I will most likely buy another set once these are down to about 50% tread or so.
     
  29. Jun 23, 2021 at 8:51 PM
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    Thatbassguy [OP] New member? Really??

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    I've been thinking about building a different sleeping platform setup. Today I picked up some plywood and got started.

    My recovery gear and tools will now stay in the drawers full time, so it will be less work changing over to camper mode.

    Eventually, I'll build a shorter, separate platform to level the rear seat-back with the new platform. This is what I have so far:

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  30. Jun 23, 2021 at 9:26 PM
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    Don’t worry about 75w90 in the transfer case. I called 5 local Toyota and 2 Lexus dealerships and all use 75w90 for the transfer case.

    Awesome build by the way!
     

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