GetOut's Build Thread

[GetOut]

I got my sliders on summer of last year. I landed on the 4x Innovations sliders for the design and the price.

I knew I wanted kickouts for both protection and to double as a step for the rack. I knew I wanted to go DOM tubing.

4x Innovations: 90-12 4Runner Rock Sliders

Unfortunately, I can't seem to find any of the pics from painting them. Too bad, it was a bit of a job.

The product cost and shipping is less due to the legs not being pre-welded on.
My only complaint about these sliders can be chopped up to my own learning experience. They appear to be sold as application specific. However, all the legs had to be sized and cut.
Since I don't weld, I took them to a shop and they ended up charging me way more than expected.
I got them installed at Auburn Car Repair and Offroad.
Auburn Car Repair & Offroad

They did a good job. I only wish they would have turned out with a little more length on the legs. Either way, they are even and work good. I'm happy with the shop, aside from the empty pocket book. If I could go back in time, perhaps I would have saved a little longer and got something completely pre-fabbed and shipped with the legs pre-welded.

Already used the kickouts on the trail!

 

[GetOut]

I think I've seen you down in Kent before a number of times. Down off Meeker on 64th, usually on weekdays? Could be another one with same color scheme though.

Hi CodyX36! I've admired your rig half-awake at 7am several times on my way to work! :sleepy:

 

[CodyX36]

I always wondered if you were gonna show up somewhere here. And yes, same goes for you, always wonder if I'll see you on that little strip of road we pass each other on haha. I love the wheels and the black paint with the dark silverish tan whatever color trim. Good build man! :bigok:

 

[GetOut]

Thank you sir!

 

[Hepar]

How much did it cost you to get them welded on? If you don't mind me asking. I have the same sliders and they cost $75 to get them welded.

 

[GetOut]

Once I got them on I decided it was time for some more aggressive trails!

I got my Hi-lift online and already had the Yakima mounts.

I sourced some red D-Ring Shackles for visibility from Offroad Trail Tools.
D-ring, Shackle, Clevis, Red, 4.7 ton WLL, Powder coated

These already need a fresh coat of paint after hitting some dirt/gravel.

For the rear I just went with a Smittybuilt hitch D-ring which is easily accessible.

 

[GetOut]

How much did it cost you to get them welded on? If you don't mind me asking. I have the same sliders and they cost $75 to get them welded.

I was going to refrain from throwing the shop under the bus, but since you asked... they quoted me a little over $300 and ended up charging me over $500. Something like $90-$95 per hour. With all the built Jeeps and FJs that they have sitting in the lot it leads you to believe they've done this a bunch of times.
When I first got the quote, I almost just called the badlands guys, but felt bad asking them to weld someone else's product on my rig. Also, I wanted someone who has welded on a truck frame before, so targeted a 4x4 shop as opposed to any other welders.

 

[Hepar]

they quoted me a little over $300 and ended up charging me over $500. Something like $90-$95 per hour.

:wow2:

 

[Millerad1651]

I was going to refrain from throwing the shop under the bus, but since you asked... they quoted me a little over $300 and ended up charging me over $500. Something like $90-$95 per hour. With all the built Jeeps and FJs that they have sitting in the lot it leads you to believe they've done this a bunch of times.
When I first got the quote, I almost just called the badlands guys, but felt bad asking them to weld someone else's product on my rig. Also, I wanted someone who has welded on a truck frame before, so targeted a 4x4 shop as opposed to any other welders.

HO LEE SH*T! I hope they gave you a free tub of lube with that install. I'd go back to them and demand my money back. That's border line robbery. I would want to know the name of the place, as I'm sure most other guys would, so we don't go there. A place that charges that should not be in business.

 

[CodyX36]

Any more offroad photos like your avatar picture one, which I would like to see zoomed also! :great:

 

[Bandit Runner]

Your truck looks fantastic. The wheels are the perfect compliment to your color scheme.

 

[GetOut]

265/75's....

 

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[GetOut]

Spring 2012... Finally got some tires. Dck Cepek FC-IIs. I got them with 95% tread... just a few miles at about half the cost. The guy decided on 35s for his superduty.
I had picked up a set of 5 FJ TRD rims about a year before, and had them in my closet :nerd:

I drove to portland to buy the rims off an older lady who's a biologist. Her TRD FJ Cruiser was black on black with 17's and and ARB front bumper. She lived by herself. She was awesome. ...and super nice.

 

[PNWRunner]

Nice build. Where in WA are you located? I Saw a rig a lot like yours headed up the west side of Stevens Pass yesterday

 

[GetOut]

I WISH it was me headed up there... But no. I travel between tacoma and kirkland throughout the week

 

[mcaz5]

Do you have to run wheel spacers with those rims? I have the same ones and soon I'll be getting 285s just need to know if I need wheel spacers or not.

 

[GetOut]

Do you have to run wheel spacers with those rims? I have the same ones and soon I'll be getting 285s just need to know if I need wheel spacers or not.

I run no spacers. I also run 285/75s. DC knobby ATs. I have very slight rubbing on the upper control arms, but not enough worth mentioning really. just enough to take off a little paint. All tires will be a little different of course.

I will say these TRDs are ALOT heavier than the stock 16" 5 stars. I really notice it when they drop into a hole. Overall very happy with my wheel/tire/suspension fit.

 

[GetOut]

TRD Decal

There's some updates that I haven't had much time to post...

As you can see from my previous pics, I have added the TRD decal.
I ordered my decal from http://www.crawlorado.com

For fitting, I started on the gas tank side for placement, then did the passenger to match. I didn't use a level, just a tape measure to make sure it was straight on all sides.
Again, I don't have the working photos that were on my old iPhone. I used blue tape, an exacto knife to cut it out and leave my guides, then set it back in the guides after the back was removed.
I no longer have the measurements, but I measured from the bottom (between the bumper and qtr panel) and the rear (between the tail light).

I didn't realize this at the time, but this has really given the truck a new life. I get tons of more compliments on the truck than I used to, and secretly know its bc the decal gives the 3rd gen an updated look.

 

[GetOut]

I have recently updated my corner lamps. I got a pair of DEPO clear corner lenses from neondials on eBay.
I have also had the ones from burtman, and will say that these are just as good for my liking.
I taped off the reflector area for a custom tinted look...



Then I added amber LEDs and took a picture with my truck covered in mud... haha