Pablo's 2016 TRD Pro Build

Well then there we are
If I pull the trigger it'll have to be not IPF lol
Also no shame in curb crawler mall cruiser
Mines a grocery getter never seen mud/rocks JKJK
Still no shame tho

 

Had to rep the flamin' pig

 

Love the build! What headlights are you running?

 

Thanks man!

I'm running the Alpharex Luxx (which is the middle tier approx. $700 set). I'm happy with their performance and OEM quality.

 

All wired up. Shop did a fantastic job on wiring the lights. The only problem was the Air on Board switch was faulty so AoB is sending another. Won't be able to get night shots until monday.

 

I paid good money to the shop and the new switch comes in Monday so it'll be their problem haha. I HATE electrical.

 

Ok good, so, I'm not the only one! LOL

 

I'd rather do a full engine tear down and rebuild (which I have no idea how to do) with oven mitts on than even wire a single light haha

 

Lights on! Super happy with this set up.

 

Don’t go into a parking garage. I learned that the hard way chasen tail...

 

Ironman 6.5x8' awning on Gobi Brackets and Ironman awning QD's. Now if their awning rooms would get back in stock.

 

Noveske pig, lol.

 

I felt like the flaming pig was appropriate for the build haha

 

The 4Runner is about to get driven a lot less...

 

That reminds me of a Sabre jet!

 

She was looking good so had to get a shot

 

Sniped on the freeway

 

So how have the headlights performed so far. Looks like you’ve had them now over a year, any issues?

 

I actually really liked them, but I sold them recently. I had a favorable opinion of them except I did not like the DTRL as it washed out during the day. I sold them and got the Morimotos. I feel like the morimoto has a much better looking DTRL.

I see now that Alpharex has a gen 2 with upgraded DTRL and now having both the Alpharex and Morimoto, I think it's a toss up of what's better. I may try out the gen 2 Alpharex's some point in the future.

 

Props to Kitsap neighbor on a really nice build...amazing the number of built runners I see in Port Orchard and Bremerton...makes me feel like a slacker ;-p

 

Same! Saw a badass white 5th gen that had me a little jelly in Bremerton.

If you ever feel like modding your rig feel free to hit me up!

 

Thanks Paul the bug has hit...Bud Built hidden winch bumper and Warn 10s on fedex this week...having a dual batt system installed at the same time then it’s seeing which small lift will work with have to pick your brain on that...would enjoy a closer look at yours too..Ric

 

Once the bug hits, it hits hard haha. I've sunk so much money into mine that I could never sell.

Absolutely, once we get out this weather I'm planning on bumpers so I'll be full mod ahead.

 

Starting to question my choice of shops to install my hidden bumper/winch, dual battery system etc...losing that warm fuzzy feeling with Overland Truck garage in Bremerton...lack of response to numerous phone calls and has missed several promised bids for work...would hate to get trapped in a bind here so starting to look again...anyone else you like/trust over here?

 

So I just recently moved here (Washington native however) so I'm probably a terrible resource for shop recommendations. I drive by there frequently and was hoping that was going to be a good shop.

I've ordered stuff from North Ridge 4x4 and I know they have a service shop, but again I've never used them other than their retail store.

 

Thanks...I was hoping so too...they did a small “test” job for me and did just fine...the mechanic finished in 2/3s time quoted and quickly adjusted estimate...I’d just like to find a shop that doesn’t act like they’re doing you a favor...and and appreciates someone who is looking to spend thousands with them...oh well...the search continues

 

Cabin from the weekend at Leavenworth, WA

 

Truck still looks good!

 

Just replaced the power steering pump at 103,000 miles as it was leaking from the pully shaft. First mechanical repair of OEM engine/drivetrain systems.

Side note while talking to the mechanic, he mentioned my rear shocks are getting towards the end of their life (I'm still running the OEM Pro ~5160's). Happy moment for me as I've been waiting for justification to move to a Bilstein 8112 setup

 

Just installed Backwoods Adventure Mods Aluminum/Steel bumper, Badland 12000 winch, Yankum Syntetic Line, Yankum fairlead and Greenlane Aluminum skid. Super happy with the setup. Morimoto 4Bangers going in as soon as I get time.