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    Michelin XZL in 16"

    Several of you had PM'd me about the Michelin XZL in 255/100R16 that I've been running. Very happy with the tires, but they're hard to get in the U.S. Noticed there is a set of four on eBay...
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    Tire Help: 2006 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab Overland Build

    KM2 is a good all-round tire, but it's downright dangerous on snow/ice. Be warned.
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    Containerized: Retromod Global Tacoma

    Misled - Thanks!
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    Performance upgrades?

    I think you're insane to do the supercharger yourself, especially on a new truck. The warranty coverage alone of having a Toyota dealer install it is more than worth the money and peace of mind. I say this as someone who had the dealer install the supercharger at 500 miles (I was told you...
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    Fun question: What other 4x4 would you replace your current Toyota with and why?

    Probably a 70 Series or a Hilux with a non-D4D motor. Interesting how many would go to a Defender... having gone from a Defender to Toyotas, I can't imagine going in the opposite direction.
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    Crazy 4Runner / Taco idea...

    Whoa good call. Hadn't even caught that thread somehow. Nice T-100!
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    Crazy 4Runner / Taco idea...

    Has anyone thought of grafting the 4Runner tailgate's electrically-lowering window (and likely quite a bit of the tailgate) onto the back of a Tacoma's cab? Could be interesting. Just having more crazy thoughts... as usual...
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    Performance upgrades?

    The RPMs aren't that bad in sixth with 4.88s and the supercharger.
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    Performance upgrades?

    It's a pickup truck. I want it to do its job, get me places, not complain, and not require anything more than preventative maintenance with any frequency. That said, the 4.0 1GR-FE with the supercharger and 4.88 gears gives reasonable performance. If I want to go fast, I've got cars for that...
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    Containerized: Retromod Global Tacoma

    They're ATX Mojaves in 16" with 255/100R16 Michelin XZLs (mostly in Africa). They're ATX Mojaves in 17" with the largest Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V1 (in the States). In both cases, powdercoated white with custom vintage Toyota centercaps. jham - Will keep it in mind. Have a 20' coming with some...
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    Have 255/85R16 gone extinct?

    KM2 is very popular in that size. I ran them for awhile before upgrading to 255/100R16. They're a good tire.
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    Tire size- overland 4runner in PNW

    Why not the 255/85R16? Any reason to run 18's?
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    Bumper Question Anyone ever use an Ironman Bullbar bumper on their 4runner or Tacoma?

    I think they stopped making the old style when the 4Runner started having slightly different mounts from the Prado (5th generation?).
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    Containerized: Retromod Global Tacoma

    It's official... I will definitely be bringing the truck to Overland Expo 2014. See you there. Unfortunately, I have two new assignments that may well keep me away from having time to post much, etc. in the meantime. But, until then... safe travels.
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    The Plan...

    Fascinating build and great graphics (though I liked it better without all the logos). What ever happened to this truck?
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