RUclips recommended this video and I’m so impressed with what I just watched. What most impressed me, was your careful approach to disassembly, fabrication, and assembly. I would love to know how much time you spent on this, I’m sure it was a ton of effort! Keep it up Austin!
Man I’m always amazed watching you tear something down and put it back together. I think I’m even more impressed with your fabrication skills though. Awesome to see the vision come to life. You’re a talented dude. That’s an awesome Yota. I’d kill to have one that clean.
I 've had 2 toyota trucks. 1982, 2006 tacoma. They are by far the most reliable trucks I've ever had. Austin is amazing. He is a natural in front of the camera and a natural when working on vehicles. He is truly blessed.
I was already impressed at the powdercoating of the arms but then you shocked me with the engine swap. All the custom work done is amazing to watch. You have more patience and skill than I could ever imagine having. Bravo and wishing you nothing but the best 👏👏
The time, money, effort, blood sweat and tears you put into that tacoma. I know if that truck could talk it would thank you for bringing it back to life and with some amazing upgrades aswell. Great job bro, go enough it now :)
You have some incredible automotive, fabrication, body & paint and welding skills...a true craftsman. Awesome job keeping the great generation of Tacomas on the road!
I have literally watch this video over and over again, well done Austin. I would be thrilled to have such a custom built truck. You truly are the definition of gifted hands. God bless you and preserve you always
Definitely have envious admiration of a young guy with these kind of skills in a home garage..meaning I wish I could do this, or even have the knowledge to plan something like this
Dang Bro, from engine work, tig welding, making your own pipes, body work, painting and on top of that making your own mounts for a different motor !!!! I’m impressed!!!! NICE WORK!! That Taco is a BEAST!!!
Thank you Austin. It is awesome to watch you work and see all of the thought and care you put into the details. It is inspiring to see the transformations take place. Keep it up and keep the videos coming.
This is one of the best projects I’ve watched in many many years craftsmanship seem impecable and you can feel the pride in the project; just amazing!!!!
By far my favorite build series of your channel! Love your work man, keep up the great work, and thank you for all you do! Can't wait for the next project!
Honestly. Stumbled upon this channel months ago and what you are creating here is mindblowing. To the point where I feel like I should have done something much different career-wise. You have an amazing set of talents and skillsets. There is literally not a single part of a vehicle you cannot touch and improve.
This has been a phenomenal project and a true pleasure to see the amazing progress and special skills as well as amazing talent! Thank you for sharing this Austin, it has been truly enjoyable! We are really looking forward to the next chapter! 😁👍🏼
honestly, what a great transformation. I love watching your videos and honestly I knew this one was going to turn out great. you've set the bar pretty high and it's obvious that you have the skill to knock it outta the park. thanks for sharing!
Dude! Ive been watching Camerons vids for YEARS from when i used to ride bikes. Last year i randomly found Devins channel. Today i find yours lol 3 brothers, 3 different motorsports.
Amazing project 🤙 inspires me to start getting to work on my 3rd gen 4runner. Needs a lot of work and it’s overwhelming figuring out where to start haha.
You are very talented as a mechanic, fabricator, body work, painter. I also know how to do all those things to an extent though what makes you different that the rest is your level of perfectionism and patience and pride in your work. I was blown away when you decided to sand a perfect clear and flow coat it AND THEN wetsand and polish... most people don't understand the amount of work that is in itself let alone everything else. my god man i wish we were best friends!!!!!
Anytime someone ask me what built vs bought is… share this video. Stumble across this gem at work. Absolutely amazing work. The craftsmanships. The fab work. Top notch my dude!
This truck is amazing don’t get me wrong I love the 90s style Toyota pickups like big red and the other green Toyota that you build but this truck is special good job bro good content as always and awesome channel 🤙🏽
Dude this was the coolest video i have seen in I cant even remember how long. First time in awhile I have just sat and watched something without scrolling through the comments and shit at the same time. Amazing work!
That was one of the most enjoyable 13:00 minutes I have spent in a while. You have some amazing skills. Did you keep the same housing for the transmission or was that a complete swap? How long did the entire build take?
@@louv409 The 1.9 TDI makes great power and torque for it's size and it is likely the most reliable engine in the entire history of engines, but whatever.
Great build. I like the idea of the deisel in a tacoma, but in my book swapping the engine makes it not a tacoma. That's just me though. Other than that great work, truck turned out amazing
I only could work on restoring projects with my dad when I was young. Now I'm in something different field but I always loved doing those projects than my job. Your videos are inspiring thanks for your efforts
I tackled the task of rebolting up my rear window motor last week and felt extremely accomplished..01 4Runner 4x4 sr5...thx for shi**ing on my pride..lol...u r a beast my friend..raw talent..thank God everyday for your gift
Wow that's a lot if work. Great job! You made is your own, that's what matters most. Love that dark green paint with the metal flake too. Great video editing and music too. Well done!
This was an amazing video. Makes me sit here and think I could do that, doesn’t look that hard. Just shows how good you were at it because none of this was a small task.
90's and 00's vehicles in clean shape will be worth a fortune with EV's becoming mainstream, it will be like luxury mechanical collectible watches. Very clean work. Hats off
One one hand I'm impressed, but when I saw you take that TDI engine out of that Passat, my heart sunk a bit. Those are a dying breed. VW TDI Passat is probably the best driving vehicle I've ever owned. You got what the VW TDI community calls a 'bombproof' engine in your Tacoma now.
Skills of 15 craftsman rolled into one person. Blessed with amazing talent. It would take me a year just to JB weld a bumper together and the measurements would be all off.
Is there anything you dont know how to do? Forget Wheelers Dealers! Amazing rig and video!!! I got the same 3 spoke leather steering wheel from an MR2 in mine. That a real labor of love! Im sending the video to my whole family so they can appreciate what Ive been doing throughyour video. Please keep making videos. That rig is an inspiration to all the 1st generation Tacoma owners.
Always loved your builds man, a jeep guy but the girl loves the 3rd gen 4runners so I checked ya out to do er up Now, probably a year later I finally got my hands on a 09 Tacoma TRD Offroad, let my build begin as well!
Sweet Truck!! I was looking at video's about Raptor paint jobs. But after this video, I'm going back with the original Hunter Green. That's what caught my eye for my truck to start with. Thanks for sharing!!.
That’s an awesome build! Never seen a tdi swap into a yota before and now I am just jaw dropped. Started reading your build list and realized we are in the same zip code, keep it up brotha!
That probably has to be my favorite Tacoma, I am a Toyota man through and through and seeing this one, I am going to have to start working on mine! Great build! Great video!
The way you did it , it's amazing.. Im really happy to see your video...i have a toyota 4runner 97..i would like to restore his life like the way you did with that Tacoma
this guy is on another level.... fabricator, welder, mechanic.....that transmission almost make me vomiting...knowing where goes where, what tool to disassemble and assemble thing just mind blowing....this video is the first one in my entire RUclips viewing that i have to pause to give thumb up and commenting.... splendid work there mate....
Dude is absolutely incredible!! Can really do it all! Only ick i have with the entire build is the bumper and wheel choice. Other than that its incredible.
RUclips recommended this video and I’m so impressed with what I just watched. What most impressed me, was your careful approach to disassembly, fabrication, and assembly. I would love to know how much time you spent on this, I’m sure it was a ton of effort! Keep it up Austin!
Hey thanks man! This build took about 10 months!
Amazing to see a project like this through, and the variety of skill set involved is impressive! You’ve got a new subscriber!
Most impressive is the knowledge he has too.
Man I’m always amazed watching you tear something down and put it back together. I think I’m even more impressed with your fabrication skills though. Awesome to see the vision come to life. You’re a talented dude. That’s an awesome Yota. I’d kill to have one that clean.
Thanks man!
@@austinniemela were are you located Austin
I agree with everything you said
I 've had 2 toyota trucks. 1982, 2006 tacoma. They are by far the most reliable trucks I've ever had. Austin is amazing. He is a natural in front of the camera and a natural when working on vehicles. He is truly blessed.
Ngl id love this lil truck
I was already impressed at the powdercoating of the arms but then you shocked me with the engine swap. All the custom work done is amazing to watch. You have more patience and skill than I could ever imagine having. Bravo and wishing you nothing but the best 👏👏
Idk what I was more memorized by the truck or the thought in the back of my head how amazing it is that you make time and have the patience for this.
The time, money, effort, blood sweat and tears you put into that tacoma. I know if that truck could talk it would thank you for bringing it back to life and with some amazing upgrades aswell. Great job bro, go enough it now :)
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You have some incredible automotive, fabrication, body & paint and welding skills...a true craftsman. Awesome job keeping the great generation of Tacomas on the road!
Thank you very much!
also with the camera and editing, too good
You want to do my 2001 next?
I have literally watch this video over and over again, well done Austin. I would be thrilled to have such a custom built truck. You truly are the definition of gifted hands. God bless you and preserve you always
Bro as a full time mechanic.. this was so satisfying to watch. Congrats on the new truck man!!
Definitely have envious admiration of a young guy with these kind of skills in a home garage..meaning I wish I could do this, or even have the knowledge to plan something like this
Dang Bro, from engine work, tig welding, making your own pipes, body work, painting and on top of that making your own mounts for a different motor !!!! I’m impressed!!!! NICE WORK!! That Taco is a BEAST!!!
Thank you Austin. It is awesome to watch you work and see all of the thought and care you put into the details. It is inspiring to see the transformations take place. Keep it up and keep the videos coming.
I’m a reformed VW owner turned Toyota owner, but it’s hard to deny the performance benefits of the powertrain. Amazing work.
This is one of the best projects I’ve watched in many many years craftsmanship seem impecable and you can feel the pride in the project; just amazing!!!!
Thank you!!!
By far my favorite build series of your channel! Love your work man, keep up the great work, and thank you for all you do! Can't wait for the next project!
Honestly. Stumbled upon this channel months ago and what you are creating here is mindblowing. To the point where I feel like I should have done something much different career-wise. You have an amazing set of talents and skillsets. There is literally not a single part of a vehicle you cannot touch and improve.
hardwork, craftsmanship, dedication.. keep it up brother!!!
I'm impressed with the skills of the build and the editing. Great job folks!
Thank you!!
Absolutely incredible skills for such a person so young.
This has been a phenomenal project and a true pleasure to see the amazing progress and special skills as well as amazing talent! Thank you for sharing this Austin, it has been truly enjoyable! We are really looking forward to the next chapter! 😁👍🏼
Wow! Amazing all around.
And those headlights... thank you, I'm doing it.
honestly, what a great transformation. I love watching your videos and honestly I knew this one was going to turn out great. you've set the bar pretty high and it's obvious that you have the skill to knock it outta the park. thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much!!
That's one Mean Green Taco. Thank you for taking us along the build.
Thanks for watching!!!
You do such beautiful work! This is my favorite out of the three Toyotas. Thank you for sharing your hard work with us!
Thank you very much! I agree!
The Happy Face arrangement while painting was a great touch.
Amazing Job
We enjoyed every minute on that taco transformation
Great job keep it up
Awesome! Thank you!
Dude! Ive been watching Camerons vids for YEARS from when i used to ride bikes.
Last year i randomly found Devins channel.
Today i find yours lol 3 brothers, 3 different motorsports.
Heck yeah buddy welcome!
Amazing project 🤙 inspires me to start getting to work on my 3rd gen 4runner. Needs a lot of work and it’s overwhelming figuring out where to start haha.
You are very talented as a mechanic, fabricator, body work, painter. I also know how to do all those things to an extent though what makes you different that the rest is your level of perfectionism and patience and pride in your work. I was blown away when you decided to sand a perfect clear and flow coat it AND THEN wetsand and polish... most people don't understand the amount of work that is in itself let alone everything else. my god man i wish we were best friends!!!!!
Incredible job! I admire your knowledge and skills. Flatbed still my favorite 😍
Thank you very much!
Anytime someone ask me what built vs bought is… share this video. Stumble across this gem at work. Absolutely amazing work. The craftsmanships. The fab work. Top notch my dude!
Tus Modificaciones son exquicitas👌, amo este canal . Ojala algun dia pueda hacer trabajos como los que haces tu . Saludos desde El Salvador .
Insane work short of the cheeseball wheels 😮❤
This truck is amazing don’t get me wrong I love the 90s style Toyota pickups like big red and the other green Toyota that you build but this truck is special good job bro good content as always and awesome channel 🤙🏽
Thanks!! I agree!!
Dude this was the coolest video i have seen in I cant even remember how long. First time in awhile I have just sat and watched something without scrolling through the comments and shit at the same time. Amazing work!
Yea, but do you do your own oil changes??? 😂😂😂
Lol
Would assume someone that has this many tools and this much know how can change their own oil.
As if that constitutes anything anyways. Who gives a God damn. Do you change your own bushings? Rear main seal? Bad rear diff? Rusty oil pan? Pffft
You are truly a fool, Calm down there Captain serious. I bet you’re a lot of fun at parties 😂🎉
Im speechless! This is really clean!!! Well done!!
That was one of the most enjoyable 13:00 minutes I have spent in a while. You have some amazing skills. Did you keep the same housing for the transmission or was that a complete swap? How long did the entire build take?
I did a 5 speed swap. Build took around 9 months! Thank you!!
All I see is pure love, passion, and dedication.
We be cool to see a 2nd gen build. You do some awesome work.
I'm not even a car guy and I appreciate this. Great job
TDI swapped Toyota? Interesting! I honestly don't think I've ever seen that before.
You know why cause there's no need to swap a great engine for a trash one.
@@louv409 The 1.9 TDI makes great power and torque for it's size and it is likely the most reliable engine in the entire history of engines, but whatever.
Maybe in the entire history of Volkswagen diesel engines. Doesn’t make it great.
Cheers from Mexico !!
Amazing transformation no question one of the best on the net.
So much learned during the process
Great build. I like the idea of the deisel in a tacoma, but in my book swapping the engine makes it not a tacoma. That's just me though. Other than that great work, truck turned out amazing
Yeah it kinda hurt me but it was nice project
Absolutely gorgeous truck. I had that same 3400 engine in my 1997 T-100. Loved it.
I only could work on restoring projects with my dad when I was young. Now I'm in something different field but I always loved doing those projects than my job. Your videos are inspiring thanks for your efforts
I tackled the task of rebolting up my rear window motor last week and felt extremely accomplished..01 4Runner 4x4 sr5...thx for shi**ing on my pride..lol...u r a beast my friend..raw talent..thank God everyday for your gift
Haha thanks man!! Hey those rear window motors aren’t that fun to change
@@austinniemela mine just came unbolted...I just had to start em and tighten em down..I was expecting the worse going into it though
Just when I thought I would die for a regular Tacoma unmolested. You go and build this beautiful thing
Absolutely unbelievable skills on display here. 11/10.
By the 1.2M views, the crowd dig your HiLux transformation. The fricking attention to details keeps me looking forward for your next video drop👍
Brilliant. These boys know where its at. When i saw that truck rolling out for the first time in those tyres, i had goosebumps. Keep it up lads
Glad you enjoyed it!!
Incredibly thankful that I watched this. The best video in this category, and the craftsmanship was off the hook! Thank you for the content man!
Thank you man!! I’m glad you enjoyed it!
That is a stunning amount of talent on display.
Wow that's a lot if work. Great job! You made is your own, that's what matters most. Love that dark green paint with the metal flake too. Great video editing and music too. Well done!
This was an amazing video. Makes me sit here and think I could do that, doesn’t look that hard. Just shows how good you were at it because none of this was a small task.
90's and 00's vehicles in clean shape will be worth a fortune with EV's becoming mainstream, it will be like luxury mechanical collectible watches. Very clean work. Hats off
One one hand I'm impressed, but when I saw you take that TDI engine out of that Passat, my heart sunk a bit. Those are a dying breed. VW TDI Passat is probably the best driving vehicle I've ever owned. You got what the VW TDI community calls a 'bombproof' engine in your Tacoma now.
Skills of 15 craftsman rolled into one person. Blessed with amazing talent. It would take me a year just to JB weld a bumper together and the measurements would be all off.
Probably one of the most all around talent on RUclips. Keep this up man!
Thank you I appreciate that!
Best 13 minutes of my life. Keep it going!
I didn't expect to see this much of a craftsmanship. Wow. Bravo sir.
Hey thanks man!!
Dude your a jack of all trades everything in this vid was crazy professional. Hats off to you
Perfect build, build out the camper shell and hit some trails. Maybe a roof rack and swing out would be cool additions.
The level of detail skill and patience you have is incredible
I want this truck so incredibly bad! Such an awesome build
Is there anything you dont know how to do? Forget Wheelers Dealers! Amazing rig and video!!! I got the same 3 spoke leather steering wheel from an MR2 in mine. That a real labor of love! Im sending the video to my whole family so they can appreciate what Ive been doing throughyour video. Please keep making videos. That rig is an inspiration to all the 1st generation Tacoma owners.
Thanks! These wheels are a great upgrade!! I appreciate it!!
We all appreciate you!!! Keep up your art work!!!
Amazing work! Couldn’t stop watching this video!
This is much better than the other videos. You have really come along way with doing actual mechanical work!
Thank you Mr Austin. Many tips we can learn from you. So peacefull, everything has the place in that. Good work.
Very impressive mechanical work, fabrication, and bodywork. You have impressive skills.
Phenomenal. Kudos to the amazing pool of talented people
I'll take it!!!!! Incredible work man! Shine ON!!!
Not going to lie, that was amazing and very satisfying to watch. I can only imagine how you feel about the outcome. Great job man.
Always loved your builds man, a jeep guy but the girl loves the 3rd gen 4runners so I checked ya out to do er up
Now, probably a year later I finally got my hands on a 09 Tacoma TRD Offroad, let my build begin as well!
This channel deserves like 6x the subs it has
Someday!!
You pulled this one off with ease buddy. It's amazing the stuff you fabricate. Watching all the way from Belize
Thank you! Glad you enjoy it!!
Sweet Truck!! I was looking at video's about Raptor paint jobs. But after this video, I'm going back with the original Hunter Green. That's what caught my eye for my truck to start with. Thanks for sharing!!.
That’s an awesome build! Never seen a tdi swap into a yota before and now I am just jaw dropped. Started reading your build list and realized we are in the same zip code, keep it up brotha!
Bro understood the assignment! Never a disappointment with your projects.
That thing turned out amazing. Love the Tacomas!!!
13 minutes of Hard work and Perfection ❤ Good job Man.
Greetings from Peshawar,PAKISTAN 🇵🇰
That probably has to be my favorite Tacoma, I am a Toyota man through and through and seeing this one, I am going to have to start working on mine! Great build! Great video!
The way you did it , it's amazing..
Im really happy to see your video...i have a toyota 4runner 97..i would like to restore his life like the way you did with that Tacoma
this guy is on another level.... fabricator, welder, mechanic.....that transmission almost make me vomiting...knowing where goes where, what tool to disassemble and assemble thing just mind blowing....this video is the first one in my entire RUclips viewing that i have to pause to give thumb up and commenting.... splendid work there mate....
Wow I appreciate that! Thank you!!!
This is one of the most impressive things I have ever seen in RUclips.
quedó bellísima. Antes tenía mis dudas con la Tacoma, pero ahora las prefiero.
Damn man I wish I knew how to do some of that stuff I have a Tacoma myself, but jeez man your skills are amazing man good job bro 10/10
Thank you brother!!
It's a very awesome transformation. Congratulations on the job well done.
Wishing we get to see your projects in person.
We need to have a meet up if your somewhat local!
@@austinniemela thanks. I'm on the other side in Whatcom county in western Washington. Perhaps someday.
You are one talented individual. What an incredible amount of skill and knowledge
Thank you!!
True craftsman with artistic abilities! Very impressive work sir!
Need to go back and watch the series from the start. Epic transformation 💪😎👍🙏🔥
Thanks!!
Dude is absolutely incredible!! Can really do it all! Only ick i have with the entire build is the bumper and wheel choice. Other than that its incredible.
Very IMPRESSIVE!! you are a Yota GOD!! keep up the great work and keep it coming!!
Incredible work! Those wheels though bud...
I wish I had the money to send and pay u to make my Tacoma a Niemela Tacoma!!! U are The Toyota Wizard!!! Amazing bro
I'm in love with this Tacoma
Are you some kind of alien man with a million talents ? Amazing work . So impressed with your talents.
Yes I come from Mars 😂😂 haha no way man I just know how to use google! Thank you!!
You my friend are a craftsman. Nice build.
This man is so genius... Content is so inspiring...👍
I thoroughly enjoyed this video! The attention to detail and knowledge skill level is second to none!
Thank you!
That’s a proper rebuild. Nice work.