My personal Tacoma build

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One day this thing will be done been awhile since i posted pic of it...Here the start control arms and spindleschopped the roof 2'' Strive For Perfection
Reply:since those things turned out nice decided to build a full frame Strive For Perfection
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Reply:still have a long ways to go......Strive For Perfection
Reply:Awesome, I have a c1500 that I'm hoping to bag this summer, not to the level of that masterpiece though. That's cover quality for sure.
Reply:Originally Posted by willinthe985Awesome, I have a c1500 that I'm hoping to bag this summer, not to the level of that masterpiece though. That's cover quality for sure.
Reply:I would love to spend a day watching you work.Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you, Jesus Christ and the American G. I. One died for your soul, the other for your freedom.
Reply:Beautiful, both in Design and Execution...I see that frame Silver Powedercoat...or is it Stainless, and destined for polishing?  'Sure is a beauty!!"Good Enough Never Is"MIller AC/DC  ThunderboltHobart HH180, 125EZRiland Cut 40 Plasma oxy/act  outfitTons of "stuff", all treasures to me!
Reply:Wow, show quality welds and workmanship! Very nice work.
Reply:Beautiful workmanship I like the clean flowing lines and the intergrated arrow point in the pieces is it a logo or a theme ?250DXMM251MM175225G plus 251D-1
Reply:i love it. glad to see there are other ppl out there like me. lol. are you a member on S10Forum.com??a little off topic. but here is a rendering i did for myself along the same lines as yours.
Reply:NICE WORK!!I wanna do something simular with my Mazda B2000 single cab....I looove singlecab minitrucks!!!MORE PHOTOS MORE PHOTOS....WE NEED MORE PHOTOS
Reply:Very nice! I love the attention to detail, it really pays off and shows in your work.
Reply:Originally Posted by Brooksthanks man!!! I want to get it done so i can start on a c-10 blazer im getting... going to make it into a hot rod biuld..
Reply:Nice work ,the Tacoma's lookin really sweet.What size engine is that? Lincoln 225 ACLincoln Mig Pak 15Lincoln Mig Pak 10Purox Oxy-Acet Outfit20 Ton PressHonda Generator
Reply:Originally Posted by hillcoBeautiful, both in Design and Execution...I see that frame Silver Powedercoat...or is it Stainless, and destined for polishing?  'Sure is a beauty!!
Reply:Originally Posted by dedmetalBeautiful workmanship I like the clean flowing lines and the intergrated arrow point in the pieces is it a logo or a theme ?
Reply:Originally Posted by jcrazyjji love it. glad to see there are other ppl out there like me. lol. are you a member on S10Forum.com??a little off topic. but here is a rendering i did for myself along the same lines as yours.
Reply:Originally Posted by willinthe985You're welcome. Hey, do you have this build up on another forum like ssm or sts so I can keep up with it ounce it gets into bodywork and interior?
Reply:Originally Posted by bensweldNice work ,the Tacoma's lookin really sweet.What size engine is that?
Reply:I'm addicted to hot rod so thats going to be the theme of this truck. Hot rod style interior with 20" coys in front and maybe 22" coys in the back with a nice dish on themStrive For Perfection
Reply:here it is now getting ready to do a sheet metal floor Strive For Perfection
Reply:Nice, damm nice! I have a Taco too, but 4wd, would like custom suspension also but go up instead of down. Damm nice!Peter
Reply:Did you build the stand the truck is sitting on?Lincoln 225 ACLincoln Mig Pak 15Lincoln Mig Pak 10Purox Oxy-Acet Outfit20 Ton PressHonda GeneratorOriginally Posted by bensweldDid you build the stand the truck is sitting on?
Reply:Originally Posted by castweldNice, damm nice! I have a Taco too, but 4wd, would like custom suspension also but go up instead of down. Damm nice!Peter
Reply:Just a cool pic i took with my phoneStrive For Perfection
Reply:Beautiful piece of work, great attention to detail, lines, design, everything, you should be proud of your work...Mike
Reply:Brooks if I had an extra shop laying around I'd give you one.  I'd like to see what you could do with a little elbow room and a 10 ton bridge crane.
Reply:Originally Posted by PipelinerBrooks if I had an extra shop laying around I'd give you one.  I'd like to see what you could do with a little elbow room and a 10 ton bridge crane.
Reply:You do some sweet fab work.Miller Dynasty 200DX Tig Welder
Reply:Beautifull tube work, do you do your own design. I would love to build a link, and air spring setup for my Ford F350, I have a 97 Diesel and conversions are limited and quite expensive. Are there any good sources of info and tips for design and build. Also are the links something that will have decent longevity on a daily driver?"Si Vis Pacem Para Bellum"Lincoln Idealarc 250 AC/DCMillermatic 251   Syncrowave 300   30A spoolgunLincoln MP210Hypertherm 45(2) LN 25(2) Lincoln Weldanpower 225 CV(4) SA200   1 short hood    SA250    SAM 400
Reply:Originally Posted by kolotBeautifull tube work, do you do your own design. I would love to build a link, and air spring setup for my Ford F350, I have a 97 Diesel and conversions are limited and quite expensive. Are there any good sources of info and tips for design and build. Also are the links something that will have decent longevity on a daily driver?
Reply:Brooks, In-feakin-credible project. We are all wannabe's compared to this first class effort. My son and I will be happy just to get his All Pro Offroad undercarriage kit installed on his '80 TOY straight axle - SQUARE!Few questions for you, you can answer by number for ease, if you choose:1. how are you bending your tubing?2. wall thickness on both (tube/plate) - (this is a street only ride-correct?)3. mild steel or 4130 tubing/plate?4. heliarc (looks obvious to me)?5. brand of notcher or R U fishmouthing on a mill?Totally inspirational. Got me so fired up I'm gonna start back on the All pro conv (also, it is finally Tee shirt weather up here in Reno).Hat's off 2 U!Stew
Reply:looks awesome.little off topic, but do i see a banshee in there?
Reply:I'm not into low riders but you've done an excellent job on this.  The suspension parts look great!  I like the detail on the rear upper wishbone.  That rear axle is pretty easy to convert to disk brakes as well.Keep up the good work.
Reply:Originally Posted by cranestBrooks, In-feakin-credible project. We are all wannabe's compared to this first class effort. My son and I will be happy just to get his All Pro Offroad undercarriage kit installed on his '80 TOY straight axle - SQUARE!Few questions for you, you can answer by number for ease, if you choose:1. how are you bending your tubing?2. wall thickness on both (tube/plate) - (this is a street only ride-correct?)3. mild steel or 4130 tubing/plate?4. heliarc (looks obvious to me)?5. brand of notcher or R U fishmouthing on a mill?Totally inspirational. Got me so fired up I'm gonna start back on the All pro conv (also, it is finally Tee shirt weather up here in Reno).Hat's off 2 U!Stew
Reply:Originally Posted by LooseNutslooks awesome.little off topic, but do i see a banshee in there?
Reply:Originally Posted by Jeep07I'm not into low riders but you've done an excellent job on this.  The suspension parts look great!  I like the detail on the rear upper wishbone.  That rear axle is pretty easy to convert to disk brakes as well.Keep up the good work.
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Reply:just needs new seat cover and rebuild rear shock2002 f4i street bike motor almost 200hpStrive For Perfection
Reply:WOW!!! did you build a full custom frame for that Banshee???
Reply:Originally Posted by JarmizzWOW!!! did you build a full custom frame for that Banshee???
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Reply:Beautiful welds, but lot's of folks can do beautiful welds (I ain't one of 'em)What's really cool is the ability to weld, and get the front end geometry right.  THAT'S NEAT.  To be able to establish, layout, jig/fixture the angles, and hold them, is absolutely way out of my league.NICE STUFFI wish I was up to this sort of work"Any day above ground is a good day"http://www.farmersamm.com/
Reply:VERY impressive, awesome work.  I really like the clean sculptured lines of your work - there's not a single thing I can see that I don't like on either truck or Banshee.  Functional, yet artistic ... that's the mark of a true craftsman.You're going to have a very unique ride when you're finally finished.  That's something to be proud of, right there.On your truck, what transmission are you running, auto or stick?  If stick, building a custom shifter would be pretty trick, too, and fairly easy for someone of your skills.  I've seen pictures of people who have used swords, daggers, pool cues, brass knuckles, pogo sticks, even pump shotgun stocks and real six-shooter pistols to make radical shifters.  I believe one of "Big Daddy" Ed Roth's creations used a Civil War calvery saber for a custom shifter.
Reply:Very cool banshee!I run a suspension company and we do alot of work on racing atvs. That is without a doubt one of the coolest designs. I could probably get you customers who would want that swingarm (for all I know you re probably backed up with orders!).  With the longer swingarm you'll need different valving and a stiffer shock spring. I like the LTR450 shocks on the front end! That is the best set of OEM front shocks on the japanese products. We checked the stock LTR springs on our computerized spring dyno and they are just about equal to the Elka triple rate set up for a 180# rider. The stock valving is a good bit on the stiff side and they have too much rebound damping, but they can be set up for any type of riding/racing. I was surfing looking for some good advise on welding bandsaw blades and I end up here!!!Take Care,John
Reply:I've just been looking over the photos again....cant get over how amazing your work is.The Twisted Minis Hilux was amazing...but this leaves that for dead.This is awe-inspiring.
Reply:The comment you guy's have left me, Is what makes me  push myself every time i build something....Everyone has the capability to as good as work as the next guy you just have to apply your self, you get what you put into it. I got my inspiration from my dad who is a carpenter.... Thanks again!!  BrooksStrive For Perfection