ALSO another tip for those square inserts up front. I applied landscape glue (or any THICK glue) to the perimeter of the piece, screwed the bolt in a few threads, ease the piece through the hole and then seat - pull on the bolt. Unthread and proceed. Even if the glue doesn't dry, the "landscape" glue (usually brick walls) is SO thick it will hold the piece in place well.
HERE IS A TRICK FOR THE FORWARD BOLTS: I used a closed-end ratchet wrench on the inside, and taped the nut into the socket with a small piece of electrician's tape - enough to hold in place. then I taped the washer with weaker painter's tape, centered over the nut of course. Reaching in with the taped to the wrench allowed me to get it that far forward. My Popeye arms were not going to go that far! Then with the other hand on the outside I could insert the bolt and feel for contact and placement and get a few threads into the nut. Then holding that in place I used a ratchet on the outside. Once it's all tight, you can wiggle the inside rachet enough to break the tape and pull it out.....
An easier way than tape is to use those blue paper towel shop towels. Tear a chunk off cover the opening of the closed ended wrench with it and push the nut in so the paper towel is between the wrench and nut. It will be tight but it works really well. Hope that makes sense
With the added weight, how much of an impact had it had on your mpg? How does the truck handle with the sliders? How has the frame been holding up with regards to rust!?
On the passenger side the instructions say to install six bolts, but I only see four possible bolt locations to the rear of that little electrical box. Your video seems to show only four as well.
In my instructions it said that only 4 bolts were necessary. For extra strength you could drill through the frame to add the extra bolts. I really don't think it's necessary for the 2 extra bolts.
Looking good can't wait for your review after you take them out on the trail. How much was shopping and did you have to pick them up or were the delivered to your residence?
I believe shipping (to Virginia) was a little over $100. We had them shipped to Chad's Father's office so that we could make sure someone was there when they arrived to help get them unloaded!
These steel sliders are very beefy, and I don't know of any that are available in aluminum. In my opinion steel is the way to go for something like this that you know will get beat up. With the stronger outer DOM rail and the rest of the slider being so reinforced, it should take whatever we throw at it!
Somebody said you guys are now doing some kind of a face book page. I was wondering if that is true. Other than Toyota Dom you have any advice as to where people can get cool decals for their Tacoma and 4runner.
I have heard many horror stories of under-coating gone wrong, and I just felt more comfortable with touching everything up with spray paint. I will make a video about this in the future, but in short, I believe if done frequently, spray paint is a better solution.
ALSO another tip for those square inserts up front. I applied landscape glue (or any THICK glue) to the perimeter of the piece, screwed the bolt in a few threads, ease the piece through the hole and then seat - pull on the bolt. Unthread and proceed. Even if the glue doesn't dry, the "landscape" glue (usually brick walls) is SO thick it will hold the piece in place well.
HERE IS A TRICK FOR THE FORWARD BOLTS: I used a closed-end ratchet wrench on the inside, and taped the nut into the socket with a small piece of electrician's tape - enough to hold in place. then I taped the washer with weaker painter's tape, centered over the nut of course. Reaching in with the taped to the wrench allowed me to get it that far forward. My Popeye arms were not going to go that far! Then with the other hand on the outside I could insert the bolt and feel for contact and placement and get a few threads into the nut. Then holding that in place I used a ratchet on the outside. Once it's all tight, you can wiggle the inside rachet enough to break the tape and pull it out.....
An easier way than tape is to use those blue paper towel shop towels. Tear a chunk off cover the opening of the closed ended wrench with it and push the nut in so the paper towel is between the wrench and nut. It will be tight but it works really well. Hope that makes sense
They look good. Always loved the look of sliders over steps.
Thanks, I agree!
Impressive video. Nice to see a Video shot and edited by articulate, competent people who don't look and sound like they're drunk
Hopefully we get to see what they look like soon. I myself just joined the toyota family with my 2018 Trd off road
Congratulations on the new truck purchase!
Bought my trd taco 2 weeks ago too. Now all i need is to not be out of a job for the next 5 years. You know with the covid and everything.
I highly recommend when spray painting a lot get a aerosol can handle or grip. They make spray painting a breeze.
That would have made this process so much smoother!
Great video, I just ordered mine today
Thanks. They're great!
Does RCI include torque specs for the bolts?
Looks great guys! They look great on your truck, Bandit. Good call on spray painting them!
Greg Overley Thank you sir, I'm very happy with them. More truck upgrades on the way!
With the added weight, how much of an impact had it had on your mpg? How does the truck handle with the sliders? How has the frame been holding up with regards to rust!?
Will you be making a video using a high-lift jack to see if it supports the weight of your truck without drilling?
Thanks for putting this together. Very helpful.
Were your rocks sliders 20 degree angle and do they hit your leg getting in and out of truck?
Good video as always and they look great on your truck.
Thank you sir!
They are not brass bolts sir they are grade 8 bolts they are used for suspension and other heavy heavy duty applications
On the passenger side the instructions say to install six bolts, but I only see four possible bolt locations to the rear of that little electrical box. Your video seems to show only four as well.
In my instructions it said that only 4 bolts were necessary. For extra strength you could drill through the frame to add the extra bolts. I really don't think it's necessary for the 2 extra bolts.
the two front holes are plugged with plastic that has to be removed before you mount the sliders.
Looking good can't wait for your review after you take them out on the trail. How much was shopping and did you have to pick them up or were the delivered to your residence?
I believe shipping (to Virginia) was a little over $100. We had them shipped to Chad's Father's office so that we could make sure someone was there when they arrived to help get them unloaded!
Did you have a choice of aluminum or was it offered in steel only. Seems very strong if you can jack the truck using them. Thanks
These steel sliders are very beefy, and I don't know of any that are available in aluminum. In my opinion steel is the way to go for something like this that you know will get beat up. With the stronger outer DOM rail and the rest of the slider being so reinforced, it should take whatever we throw at it!
Damn u gotta wait a couple days for the primer to dry??
Somebody said you guys are now doing some kind of a face book page. I was wondering if that is true. Other than Toyota Dom you have any advice as to where people can get cool decals for their Tacoma and 4runner.
We still don't have a facebook page, but we are very active on Instagram. As far as decals our friend and fellow RUclipsr, Tacomaholic, has a few!
Looking great !! RCI has nice stuff 👍 only once in this video lmao 9:20-9:30 mark 😏
Dang, so close!
I know what I will do I’ll wait to pay my credit card bill the day I buy these it will be my reward
Did you get the 20 degree or 5 degree angle?
These are the 20 degree sliders
What is the difference between 5 and 20 degrees?
15 degrees.
Looking awesome dude. How much weight did this add on? Loving the build 🤙🏻
Good Video, good call on the spray paint
The "brass colored hardware" are galvanized.
Do you have to get one specific for a DCLB? Or one size work for both short bed and long bed?
Jack AZ RCI offers two lengths for the Tacoma. One that fits the frame of the DCSB/Access Cab and then one for the frame of the DCLB.
Nice job guys👍
WV Outdoorsman thank you sir!
Looks great I want to get rock rails that are flat so I can stand on them for lodging kyacks on my are top
Jared Dodge Good idea. These sliders are tipped up 20 degrees, but RCI also makes flat ones as well.
I know that mobtown makes nice rock rails
You are correct, but I believe the Mobtown ones are a little more pricey!
dDoesn't look like you opted for the undercoating for the bottom of your truck. Any particular reason why?
I have heard many horror stories of under-coating gone wrong, and I just felt more comfortable with touching everything up with spray paint. I will make a video about this in the future, but in short, I believe if done frequently, spray paint is a better solution.
My brackets came painted. hmm
CALL A BOLT A SCREW ONE MORE TIME I DARE YOU!
14mm bolt holds onto your driveshaft....??.....lol!
CR Mills Yes sir, the two 14 mm bolts hold the cross member that supports the two-piece drive shaft.
Bandit Off-road I completely understood what u meant.
The bolt-on option is great, but I'd still add some frame welds--the theft of rock sliders is happening all over the country!
Not one clump of mud under your truck?
Get a mic
Those are ugly
Any torque specifications on the bolts?
Since there isn't any rotational force on the slider we just tightened them as much as we felt comfortable with hand tools.