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Thanks fortel and Trav0302, it's a case of work smarter not harder!

Thanks EXP-T100 – the 1 link suspension is so simple but works like a charm for this rig. I'm so glad I went this route instead of the other modified link setups I was originally considering. She's seen 75-80 behind my Tacoma and even with the spongy bags and Max Coupler the shocks keep the...

Thanks pkcub – I think I'd stick with 2x4's and 2x2's only because the 1/2” ply tended to have a mind of it's own and showed quite a bit of warping in the time from it was purchased to the 3-4weeks later when I started working with it. The thicker dimensioned lumber helped to bring...

Thanks Jmacs, the poly mounts were two-fold: - I originally planned on running a 4-link type setup so I purchased 8 of those suckers before I thought the plan through. Once I started mocking things up I wasn't at all pleased with the amount of ground clearance I was going to lose and was...

Sorry for taking so long Secretagentman, I'm terrible at keeping these threads up to date! The sleeping area was built snug as I wanted a rear storage compartment at floor level and wanted the interior “electrical” cabinet by the door – basically the sleep area is around 32” x 76”. That leaves...

Thanks cosmiccharlie, payment sent!

Too late to get in on a Black Roo?

Good deal on the tray but shipping kinda kills it for me - OneFastGeek, deals passed to you!

Interested, could you quote shipping to 08037?

Thanks Jwood70, the builds on here provided a lot of inspiration for my project so I hope to do the same for others!

Thanks Xrunner, I'm actually just using some quality silicone based window caulking from the local supply house since its basically sealing aluminum to aluminum. I have not noticed leakage so far but I expect this to be an area I'll need to address maybe every other season. I'm hoping though...

Been busy traveling but here are more photos! Insulation in and CPES going on. Frame painted - really happy how this all turned out. Starting interior finishes. I ended up going with FRP from Lowes/Home Depot; work great just stinks haha. Starting on the exterior aluminum...

More pics! Framed out the lower compartment more shallow than the top so I'd have enough cabin space to lay out. The lower compartment will generally be tool storage and spare parts (bearings, seals, bolts, etc). I left a cubby on the passenger side so I can stow the Ez-Up without interfering...

Thanks Overland Hadley, it was the best method I could come up with at the time since I was 100% certain the profile I was going to settle on. It ended up that the first cuts were the charm so I just went with it!

More pics! Mocking rear compartment doors - I ended up cutting down the width of the lower door to leave room for my tail lamps. Starting framing out the rear compartments and shelves. Mockup with plywood: From the interior: Starting to cut down the lower door. Had to drill...

Looking great, I really like the side profile you are going for!

Body construction started with 3/4" tongue & groove subfloor then furred 2x4 for future insulation. Using my Kreg jig on almost everything - works great! Lots-o-screws! Rough cut sidewalls and framing. Walls are 1/2" sanded ply and the cabin size was limited to use single 4'x8'...

One of my favorite builds here that gave me inspiration for mine!

Thanks Guys!

Thanks bluejeep, I'm really pleased with how it's hauled so far, it really soaks up the rough stuff which will prolong the life of the whole unit. I'll make note of the swaybar and keep and eye on sway - I think if I end up needing one I have a few options for where I could tuck it in. I have...