[danoT4R]

I bought my '11 TE, that I affectionately call "Sasquatch", back at the end of August here in Denver. Had been driving a white '12 WRX (named "Yeti", seeing a pattern?), but wanted some extra space and better ride quality, without sacrificing mountain capability.



I was happy to find this truck as it already had the blacked out stock TE wheels, tinted tail lights, and TRD Intake. I LOVE the way it looks now, and don't want to change it too drastically.

The first thing I did was found a Yakima Load Warrior (with extension) on craigslist, so I'd have that much extra space for mountain trips. It fits on the stock roof rack perfectly, doesn't hang over the sunroof and the rear hatch can still open fully without touching the basket.

Since I do a good amount of skiing/snowboarding/mountain biking, WeatherTech floor mats and a Husky Weather Beater tray were a must.

I'd like to add Shrockworks sliders and skid plates, and then eventually throw on a lift and some bigger tires but am in no rush. I do quite a bit of driving (13k since September), so I'm not in a hurry to lower the mpg any faster than I have to.

[danoT4R]

Wow... I'm sure anyone who already has these knows this, but these mats are awesome! Fit is perfect and so far they've held up well.

[danoT4R]

I really like Snooperstyle's 'Cargo area LED light mod' but am in no way comfortable disassembling my truck to replicate the results. My thought is to use the rear cigarette lighter for lights mounted in a similar position. Has anyone used something like this:



I wouldn't use the 'Beat' function and would want white lights... but I figure something like this is probably out there.

[danoT4R]

So, I've never been accused of being patient... I went ahead and did a hybrid of Snooperstyle's cargo area lighting and the idea I posted above. It took me all of 10 minutes to complete:

Before/After


Step 1: Buy 12v adapter and LED light strip ($30 at AutoZone/PepBoys/wherever)


Step 2: Mount light(s) using 3M strip on back


Step 3: Splice wires together and cover connection with electrical tape

Step 4: Plug 12v adapter in


I still have the other 12" LED strip and am debating where to put it. Either right next to the current LED strip, on the driver side same spot, or immediately behind the passengers side back seat on the gray plastic... Will look at the difference in light tonight. (edit: went with immediately behind the passengers side back seat on the gray plastic)

[kjsayers]

How did you smoke the taillights?

[danoT4R]

Originally Posted by kjsayers

How did you smoke the taillights?

Sorry I can't help you out with that. The tail lights were smoked when I purchased the vehicle.

[danoT4R]

So, I hopped in the truck the other day to head to work and this greeted me:



After some extensive research on the forum and several PMs to senior members I determined the only way to get this light to go off would be by adding a 3" OME lift, 285 Duratracs, and a Gobi Stealth roof rack...

Light should be off by mid-May!

[KVA]

Originally Posted by danoT4R

...
After some extensive research on the forum and several PMs to senior members I determined the only way to get this light to go off would be by adding a 3" OME lift, 285 Duratracs, and a Gobi Stealth roof rack...

Light should be off by mid-May!

Please share these members names so the rest of us don't make the same mistake...lol

[danoT4R]

Well, it's done.







And I love it! Great work by the guys over at High Country Performance 4x4 in Englewood, CO.

[classic72]

Looking good man. Weathertech mat's were the very first thing I did. I know their value quite well!

[Sac State]

Looks great! Plasti-dip the wheels or PC?

How much room do you have under that garage door and the roof rack? Looks like a tight fit.

[danoT4R]

Originally Posted by Sac State

Looks great! Plasti-dip the wheels or PC?

Thanks! Pretty sure the wheels are plasti-dipped. Actually going to plasti-dip my rear emblem this weekend, so I'll compare finishes then to maybe have a better idea. Wheels were black when I bought it (about 50k on the odometer at the time).

Originally Posted by Sac State

How much room do you have under that garage door and the roof rack? Looks like a tight fit.

Not much, lol. Maybe 3". I've got a Gobi Stealth on order, and I think when it's installed I'll be parking in the alley...

[danoT4R]

Went on a trail run with the new suspension and had a GREAT time.

Bill Moore Lake - Got stopped by snow
Bard Creek - ran to the end

[3wbdriver]

I spy a GoPro. Where are the vids???

[DigableKid]

Originally Posted by 3wbdriver

I spy a GoPro. Where are the vids???

Good eye.