Hands down the best, most thorough, complete taco build ive ever seen, dude seems beyond knowledgable on every detail of his rig, mad props. im liking that rooftop tent, clean profile when down and easy to setup!
Can’t see why half of you guys are hating on the build when you don’t know what half of it is. I get it most is not “necessary” but don’t hate on him because you don’t have it. You can “overland without this stuff yes. But if you know him he uses his truck the way the suspension was designed to be used and valved/ sprung accordingly and not just for cruising the highway.
This guy was my old swim coach. He's a programmer and awesome photographer. His prius was legit, that sound system was incredible. When he started going overlanding with his build I was so jealous. Sick build coach!
Well, he looks like a bloated whale so that’s comforting that he knows how to swim! Also why he doesn’t recommend aluminum skids….I’m getting fat just looking at him
favorite part of the video was watching the truck drive over the bumpy area and the camera in the wheel well so we can see the suspension working. That suspension looks killer...really workings, good travel, absorbing the bumps, and keeping the truck stable.
Because he didn't plan to upgrade so much, which is a common thing when people start going down the mod-hole. I got a brand new TRD Off-Road for $33k back in 2016. People paying $50k for basically the same thing with some tacky cosmetics and a suspension setup that's going to get tossed anyways is just silly to me, but like others have said, it's their money let people buy what makes sense to them and makes them happy. Not everyone has the same wants/needs, and just coz it doesn't make sense for you doesn't mean that to someone else it isn't a good fit.
Agree... however, I honestly believe most Tacoma owners go into the purchase with the mindset of keeping the truck relatively stock. Needs often change, but it's pretty obvious this guy has gone off the deep end with mods. The Pro trim is an absolute waste of money at over $50K.
for lunch im running a foot long meatball sub for kicks im running Jordans for living im running a 2 bed Condo for running im not actually running. this guy is running everything.
That is one sweet truck!!! He put a ton of money into the build and he seem very knowledgeable about all aspects of the truck. At least he actually uses it and didn't just build a mall crawler. Great video!
Thank you for making and posting this video. Extra thanks for including the parts used in the description section. Makes it a lot easier. I just bought a 2020 trd offroad and I can not wait to start modifying it. 🤙
@@tacomabeast definitely like a toyota commerical because I'm sold! Thanks man really looking forward to being apart of the community! Love watching your vids
I am noticing that many of you are doing a short bed vs a long bed, is it really that big of a difference to have the longer wheel base while doing the overland stuff? I have a history of HATING any short bed truck I have owned, like serious regret, so if I do this, I really want long bed. thanks :)
I have to comment that I have always been a big fan of factory carpet floor mats ( not a big off roader) but I just bought a 20 TRD Sport 4wd and it came with factory rubber mats and they out perform weather tech by far. the fit is the best and the rubber (not plastic) lays down great all my friends have weather tech that's how I did my compare
@@cnc75adventures49 Its not really an opinion though. It is a heavy Tacoma with all that stuff. Opinion would be if he said its bad or good. I guess weight is relative though.
Bumper was honestly fine, besides the powder coat. It held it's shape perfectly and everything functioned as intended. The insurance adjuster just gave me the max payout for it because install, labor, assembly of the bumper after a fresh coat was something they couldn't price. Bruteforce makes some of the most well built stuff out there. I sincerely suggest you check them out. The owner, Billy, has a rad 2nd gen on 42s and ORE struts.
Hello, I am on a budget and would like to get into overlanding with my family. I would like advice, budget and worth getting, powerstation, generator or amg battery with an inverter??? I'm considering a mini fridge and small Compressor
Tacoma Beast , would love to know the setup for the white Tacoma running next to him at the end, looking for a set up like that for my new white Tacoma...
And ruin the reliability? Theres a reason Toyota refuses to put turbos on their vehicles and most people appreciate it. We dont buy these cars to go really fast, we buy them to get us from point A to B while detouring through E, F and G for the next 400,000 miles lol
what makes you think the rear bumper was a "boat load" - I promise it was cheaper than most of the bumpers you will find online. Joe makes amazing stuff and doesn't charge a ton.
@@jamiethomas8975 It got built in about 6 hours before leaving for a trip to moab. He has asked if I want some, but I haven't really had a need. Zip ties work.
@@tacomabeast Im trying to figure out which one I should go with. 5ft or 6ft. the pros and cons. how crazy can I get with a 6ft vs a 5ft before I purchase one.
Hello greetings from Puerto Rico I subscribed to your channel TacomaBeast I would like the subtitle options to have Spanish another kind of hate to be able to enjoy bites your channel thanks
TheMityquin there are those folks in every sub culture. I was a BMW M3 e92 guy and the money that people had to throw down and think how cool they were was alive and well.
While sleeping in tent do you close up sides rear and tailgate ? How you you exit ? Internal handles? Internal Latches on the inside ? Need more info!!!🤔
Not trying to sharp shoot here, but if you are camping in the back of your bed, you should really make sure your exhaust runs to the outside perimeter of your truck bed, so you do not die. Just in the instance when you are topping off battery, etc.
The section in the video where I am hitting whoops at 50MPH is pretty tough on the truck without the right suspension. I've driven through baby head sized boulders at 40 MPH and I have personally watched a buddy jump his tacoma with the tent wide open and it was solid.
I have a 2006 extra cab Tacoma running total chaos stock length uppers and lower with kings front and back. Running 275 on 16 inch enduro rims. Leer camper shell. My original build on the truck. Was to go with the 2 inch long travel kit., due to the extra cost on maintenance and the wear and tear on bearing. I’m having second thoughts on my decision. On long highways rides with high wind, and switch back roads my ride needs to be a little slower. My truck feels a little top heavy. Do you feel the width of the 2 inch long travel would help the ride. Or can I run wider rims or some spacers in the front? My kings are about 3.5 in the front to level with the back. With j66 springs in rear. I know it’s not a sports car, but should I achieve the same control has stock but with upgrade equipment?
Suspension changes will for sure add stability, but Having weight up top is going to change the steering dynamics of the truck, which is why I ultimately went for such heavy skids and completely changed the direction of the build. I will tell you, without the GFC, the truck cornered like a sports car, but as soon as you throw 300 pounds up high, it makes a difference. Widening your stance will help, but having the right spring rate will also help. Stabilizing your truck when it's hopping around is gonna be important. Long travel kit will help, but you actually may get more body roll with the LT kit. Are you still running a sway bar?
I’m both confused and amazed and how went from a Prius to this Taco and with all that knowledge 😳
I was thinking the same shit
Hands down the best, most thorough, complete taco build ive ever seen, dude seems beyond knowledgable on every detail of his rig, mad props. im liking that rooftop tent, clean profile when down and easy to setup!
and it's not even a roof tent ,its part of the camper
Thanks to your post I don't need to make one.. ! Awesone...
Just remember all! You don't need all this stuff to go out and adventure!
The only problem is spending 15k or probably more to get it built like that!!.
Shane Baustian Mom and Dad’s money is always nice 🤷♂️
lol you need NONE of that stuff
The reality is most of what he said was all about "how it looks" lol these guys built nothing.. they just pay to have it installed.
You do need all of this to be a level 10 douche bag
Can’t see why half of you guys are hating on the build when you don’t know what half of it is. I get it most is not “necessary” but don’t hate on him because you don’t have it. You can “overland without this stuff yes. But if you know him he uses his truck the way the suspension was designed to be used and valved/ sprung accordingly and not just for cruising the highway.
Total truck geek. It's a blast just watching this guy recount everything he's done to this rig.
This guy was my old swim coach. He's a programmer and awesome photographer. His prius was legit, that sound system was incredible. When he started going overlanding with his build I was so jealous. Sick build coach!
LOL - who is this?
Well, he looks like a bloated whale so that’s comforting that he knows how to swim! Also why he doesn’t recommend aluminum skids….I’m getting fat just looking at him
From a Prius with a Tree Hugger vanity plate to a lifted truck on 35" tires, I love it!
gpage He proves you can have it both ways.
Awesome build. You've obviously sunk a few dollars into it but actually use it as built so zero guilt.
favorite part of the video was watching the truck drive over the bumpy area and the camera in the wheel well so we can see the suspension working. That suspension looks killer...really workings, good travel, absorbing the bumps, and keeping the truck stable.
It was an awesome shot🔥
Why pay the extra money to get a TRD Pro when you are going to take all the stuff off and replace it with aftermarket stuff anyway?
If you have the funds why not?
I mean, he can do what he wants. Just saying , I wouldn’t.
Because he didn't plan to upgrade so much, which is a common thing when people start going down the mod-hole. I got a brand new TRD Off-Road for $33k back in 2016. People paying $50k for basically the same thing with some tacky cosmetics and a suspension setup that's going to get tossed anyways is just silly to me, but like others have said, it's their money let people buy what makes sense to them and makes them happy. Not everyone has the same wants/needs, and just coz it doesn't make sense for you doesn't mean that to someone else it isn't a good fit.
He said why in the video.
Agree... however, I honestly believe most Tacoma owners go into the purchase with the mindset of keeping the truck relatively stock. Needs often change, but it's pretty obvious this guy has gone off the deep end with mods. The Pro trim is an absolute waste of money at over $50K.
for lunch im running a foot long meatball sub
for kicks im running Jordans
for living im running a 2 bed Condo
for running im not actually running.
this guy is running everything.
If you ain’t running you’re falling behind 😂
That is one sweet truck!!! He put a ton of money into the build and he seem very knowledgeable about all aspects of the truck. At least he actually uses it and didn't just build a mall crawler. Great video!
Really well thought out build...
From Prius, to BeaST!!!
So impressed with this guy's knowledge and passion. Great truck.
Thank you for making and posting this video. Extra thanks for including the parts used in the description section. Makes it a lot easier. I just bought a 2020 trd offroad and I can not wait to start modifying it. 🤙
God dang owes life to the bank.
Facts
Thanks for writing all the products he mentioned and putting them all in the description.
Dude the Mic they are using is astonishing crispy and clear. Props
Just got a 2019. Don't have money for add ons now hahaha
AMAZING AND PERFECT! LOVE THE FRONT TUBE FENDER!
I wasnt expecting his truck to be that nice, pretty much in the same style I would do it also👍
I finally understand why guys install lights in their wheel wells. When you spend $10K on your shocks you want to keep an eye on them at night.
Nice looking 🌮‼️
I wonder what vehicle he uses when this one is in the shop
Which brakes did you upgrade to? Suffering from heavy Tacoma syndrome too.
I wonder how them hinges are doing? Heard they are flying off the camper.
Are all those upgrades really needed to load a camper on the truck bead? Would not it be enough to install airbags?
ever thought of doing a tcmbst show in Guam?
Would be sick to take tacomabeast internationally 🤙
LOL damn, never seen an angle where you could see how much movement the cab mount bushing has!
Awesome!!! Love all of this!!
Good builds,Big thumbs up from the east coast of Va.Wish we had more areas to offroad.
Really sharp for an extreme build. Also really liking the GFC recently. Just about to start my build on my 2018 TRD off road.
that truck is a dream build by the way what an excellent set up !!!!!
That truck is Killer
How is the wind noise at highway speed ? it seems like wind between the cab and overhand area would be an issue
Hey fellow big guys out there, how is the tacoma? Is it too small to comfortably use as a daily and adventure vehicle?
@@tacomabeast definitely like a toyota commerical because I'm sold! Thanks man really looking forward to being apart of the community! Love watching your vids
I am noticing that many of you are doing a short bed vs a long bed, is it really that big of a difference to have the longer wheel base while doing the overland stuff? I have a history of HATING any short bed truck I have owned, like serious regret, so if I do this, I really want long bed. thanks :)
Top notch audio.. and top notch taco build. Compitited in meca sq?
I’m not sure if they did 🤷♂️
100k Taco! Crazy!
what is total cost invested (beyond cost of base truck)?
Close to 60K
Nice truck dude
Did you have to cut off and reweld supports for the body which are just behind the front wheels and interfere with the 35's no matter lift you did
What is the housing he uses to hold his Scanspeak Revelator 10m's and Scanspeek 3004 tweeters to the front pillar (at 16:56)
They are custom fiberglass.
Love the channel guys🤘 I recently got a 2011 taco and am planning on making an overland setup
Damn that truck is insane 😍
I'm speachless so much done to the inside of the truck and nice details...😎
How much is this truck? worth now over $100k
Great video. Awesome rig I'm going to steal his soundproofing mod ideas.
Where do you find these guys...
I have to comment that I have always been a big fan of factory carpet floor mats ( not a big off roader) but I just bought a 20 TRD Sport 4wd and it came with factory rubber mats and they out perform weather tech by far. the fit is the best and the rubber (not plastic) lays down great all my friends have weather tech that's how I did my compare
Awesome build. Nice looking truck. I have a 2018 TRD Off Road and I love it.
What light kit is that in the fender well??
yotamafia.com/product/3rd-gen-tacoma-rock-light-kit
Why did you switch from a gfc to alu cab?
He had a prius.... a man should never admit to owning a prius!
53MPG in my Prius, 12 or so in this Tacoma. I wish I had kept it as my daily.
That truck is sick! I'm so jealous🤘
Awesome truck! One day I’ll build one similar to yours dude! Cheers!
You got it bro 🤙🤙🤙
YO THAT SUSPENSION IS BEAUTIFUL❣👌🤔
Heaviest Tacoma ever.
Yeah I wonder how much the driver weighs too. Surprised the tent can hold him
How much does it weigh?
Davin Clarke like your opinion matters 😆
@@cnc75adventures49 Its not really an opinion though. It is a heavy Tacoma with all that stuff. Opinion would be if he said its bad or good. I guess weight is relative though.
@@mayjahfiyah2000 thats rude.
Bumper so tough a fender bender takes it out? That's mall crawler stuff.
Bumper was honestly fine, besides the powder coat. It held it's shape perfectly and everything functioned as intended. The insurance adjuster just gave me the max payout for it because install, labor, assembly of the bumper after a fresh coat was something they couldn't price. Bruteforce makes some of the most well built stuff out there. I sincerely suggest you check them out. The owner, Billy, has a rad 2nd gen on 42s and ORE struts.
Hello, I am on a budget and would like to get into overlanding with my family. I would like advice, budget and worth getting, powerstation, generator or amg battery with an inverter??? I'm considering a mini fridge and small Compressor
Hey Anthony, we got a team of experts that can help you with this question, feel free to contact them at support@tacomabeast.com and ask for Dustin 🤙
Man! You feature some of the sickest builds on these toyotas! Thank you!
Really want to built a Tacoma or a ranger like this one day!
Does that camper kill the GPS and sat radio antenna?
Tacoma Beast , would love to know the setup for the white Tacoma running next to him at the end, looking for a set up like that for my new white Tacoma...
That truck is insane!!
Beautiful truck and build. He just needs a supercharger now, and then call it a day!
And ruin the reliability? Theres a reason Toyota refuses to put turbos on their vehicles and most people appreciate it. We dont buy these cars to go really fast, we buy them to get us from point A to B while detouring through E, F and G for the next 400,000 miles lol
@@MyDirtydan It's looking like the new Tundra will be a V6 twin turbo.....
Jensen If they do that then they will truly tank the tundra.
How well does it hold up in extreme wind/rain?
What kind of awning Is that ?
How did you get a Pro model in red?
I want those pillar speaker pods
Great video, I was really shocked to see how much movement there was at the body mount in the footage at the end. Nice build!
Pretty sweet build
Such an amazing camper. Also cost more than my 2nd gen is worth😂
How did u get that king hoodie
This is an awesome build! One of the best I've ever seen. Gives us some ideas for our van.
i don't always spend a boat load of money on a custom made rear bumper but when i do i make sure that i use zip ties to hold my license plate.
I saw that too lol
what makes you think the rear bumper was a "boat load" - I promise it was cheaper than most of the bumpers you will find online. Joe makes amazing stuff and doesn't charge a ton.
Yea I had a custom rear bumper made and the fabricator welded some license plate tabs on. Not sure why they didnt with this one
@@jamiethomas8975 It got built in about 6 hours before leaving for a trip to moab. He has asked if I want some, but I haven't really had a need. Zip ties work.
A beautiful truck like this and negative nancys still find something to complain about. Smh so pathetic
Great video amazing build and I really like the fact you put a lot in the comments about what’s on the truck. 👍🏻👍🏻
What’s the benefit of triples in the rear on a trail truck?
The ability to turn a few tube and change things up on the fly If I am running more gear that day.
Daniel Elo great build
A lot of fan boy going on there.
The truck looks fit and shinny above but the problem is all rusted below
@tacomabeast is your bed 5ft or 6?
This one is 5ft 🤙
@@tacomabeast I mean your personal truck.
@@tacomabeast Im trying to figure out which one I should go with. 5ft or 6ft. the pros and cons. how crazy can I get with a 6ft vs a 5ft before I purchase one.
Hello greetings from Puerto Rico I subscribed to your channel TacomaBeast I would like the subtitle options to have Spanish another kind of hate to be able to enjoy bites your channel thanks
hey joel! thanks for the feedback we'll try to get spanish subtitles soon!
What would be the best mod for snow and mud??
Sweet video, such an in-sane build!
Do you know what exhaust he is running? At :37sec it sounds good, wondering if it is stock or not.
Nice truck, but its hilarious how cool this truck owner thinks he is.
TheMityquin there are those folks in every sub culture. I was a BMW M3 e92 guy and the money that people had to throw down and think how cool they were was alive and well.
what makes you say that?
Have fun with those cv s. How much does that rear bumper wiegh?
he's been good on his cv's since I've followed him for a while now, haven't heard him ever publicly say something about replacing them.
@@miked8448 max Powell has same setup and has busted several
they don't drive the same, max cv's are broken due to operator but max is cool with that he loves to beat his truck up
@@miked8448 shouldn't be that easily broken period.
@Daniel Elo what's the wieght on that rear bumper?
While sleeping in tent do you close up sides rear and tailgate ?
How you you exit ?
Internal handles?
Internal Latches on the inside ?
Need more info!!!🤔
It's a tent. He unzips the "door" and gets out LMAO.
Your job are very very awesome !!!!! Continue like That!!!
How down on power is it?
Straight up goals
Not trying to sharp shoot here, but if you are camping in the back of your bed, you should really make sure your exhaust runs to the outside perimeter of your truck bed, so you do not die. Just in the instance when you are topping off battery, etc.
I don't ever sleep in the truck with it running. Seems silly to do so.
Are there any vidoes where people are beating the rigs up a bit with one of these on top? I am not kind to my vehicles.
The section in the video where I am hitting whoops at 50MPH is pretty tough on the truck without the right suspension. I've driven through baby head sized boulders at 40 MPH and I have personally watched a buddy jump his tacoma with the tent wide open and it was solid.
who makes the rear bumper?
I have a 2006 extra cab Tacoma running total chaos stock length uppers and lower with kings front and back. Running 275 on 16 inch enduro rims. Leer camper shell. My original build on the truck. Was to go with the 2 inch long travel kit., due to the extra cost on maintenance and the wear and tear on bearing. I’m having second thoughts on my decision. On long highways rides with high wind, and switch back roads my ride needs to be a little slower. My truck feels a little top heavy. Do you feel the width of the 2 inch long travel would help the ride. Or can I run wider rims or some spacers in the front? My kings are about 3.5 in the front to level with the back. With j66 springs in rear. I know it’s not a sports car, but should I achieve the same control has stock but with upgrade equipment?
Suspension changes will for sure add stability, but Having weight up top is going to change the steering dynamics of the truck, which is why I ultimately went for such heavy skids and completely changed the direction of the build. I will tell you, without the GFC, the truck cornered like a sports car, but as soon as you throw 300 pounds up high, it makes a difference. Widening your stance will help, but having the right spring rate will also help. Stabilizing your truck when it's hopping around is gonna be important. Long travel kit will help, but you actually may get more body roll with the LT kit. Are you still running a sway bar?
Yes, still running sway bar, and kings shocks set around 600lbs. Sorry I m 48 now. What does gfc stand for? Thanks for the help
what was the deflator? ...'moreplate'?? super cool
Killer build!!!
awesome build
People can’t even have fun anymore without trying to look cool
What does that even mean 😂
That is on BAD TRUCK...! I love the whole set up..!