dj's 2015 TEP build

[djtc]

A month ago I purchased a barcelona red 2015 trail premium 4runner with 7000miles. I'll be using this thread to document the on going build of this truck.It will be built will utility in mind and will also be built "lighter" compared to my previous trucks. I've had my fair share of experience building toyotas. A few examples is my old 3rd gen, 4th gen , diesel land cruiser and also the pickup powered by a volkswagen tdi motor.

 

[djtc]

First upgrade for the 4runner was in the wheel department. I went with a 285/70/17 cooper st maxx paired with scs f5 wheels.


Shortly after I took the 4runner out to Vermont to explore the back roads and test out the truck on the local trails.
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Overall the truck did great and the 285's cleared well stock without any lift.

A week later , I had an aluminum platform style roof rack built in order to support the tent I was about to buy. The rack is extremely light! I would say 40-50lbs.I also installed a gobi rear ladder.





Putting the rack to work ,I drove 14hrs round trip to pick up an autohome Columbus.Odd thing I realised on the way back was that my fuel mileage was surprisingly better with the tent on. I still need to get the rack painted or powder coated.

 

[jaybird93000]

where did you get the rear tailgate vinyl? love that.

 

[SATSTRAIL]

Nice set up! So no rubbing with the 285s and stock suspension even wheeling?