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Built to outlast the weather, the miles, and your excuses, this isn’t just another average overland build—this is an expedition-ready rig designed for where the road ends and your dreams begins.
One-of-a-Kind: Ready to break free from the ordinary and chase after those dreams? Meet Ronan—a purpose-built 2015 TRD Toyota Tacoma transformed into a self-sufficient, off-grid rig. 4x4, e-locker, 4.88 regear, performance tune, and upgraded King suspension all around. The rear has the "Chevy 63 conversion" : full-size leaf springs (custom made pack) paired with 14" travel dual bypass kings equals long-travel rear end. Total Chaos UCA's with King shocks become a mid-travel kit for the front end. This thing is built to handle remote trails without flinching. Baja Design lighting all around and under, controlled via a Switch-Pro 12-gang switch panel . ASFIR aluminum skid plates to protect the vital under-belly components. Twin ExtremeAire Endura compressors pair with a 2 gallon tank for all of your onboard air needs. The wheels are 17" Ray10's from Stealth Custom Series in the exceptionally limited edition Brushed Gold color. The truck has been regularly serviced and maintained, with synthetic oil changes and tire rotations done every 5,000 miles. Don't let the mileage deter you... Toyotas are well-known for reaching and exceeding the 300,000 mile mark. That's years and years of countless adventures to be had.
No other Tacoma combines this level of craftsmanship, capability, and self-reliance. The custom flatbed camper, inspired by rugged Australian expedition builds, is insulated and four seasons capable. Inside, you'll find purposeful design, ample storage, beautiful finish, and plenty of space to make it your own.
The rear of the truck frame was extended 6 inches and boxed in prior to adding a steel flatbed tray. Atop that sits the all aluminum camper, made of 1" square tubing and aluminum honeycomb paneling. Inside is a beautiful, warm, home-y buildout. 400aH of Battleborn lithium batteries power the camper, paired with a 3,000 watt Victron inverter, solar charging from the 200 watt Renogy panels, and DC to DC (alternator) charging. All of these components easily monitored on the Victron app. 5 gallons of onboard water with a Guzzle H20 water filter, with a 10L grey water tank, complete with an in-cab drain switch. A VELIT gas heater with 3 gallon auxiliary fuel tank keeps the camper toasty warm on those cold, chilly nights out in the wilderness, while a MaxxAir fan keeps the breeze moving on those warmer days. The sleeping area of the penthouse comes courtesy of a HEST memory foam mattress and is on a raisable platform to store up and out of the way of the living space. The three enormous windows of the wedge camper have three layers: screen, clear vinyl, and blackout, offering amazing panoramic views at camp. Atop the back cabinet is a real walnut countertop with sink cutout. LED (multicolored) strip lighting all around with LED dimmable puck lights on the ceiling. The outside kitchen features a single burner induction cooktop, storage space for a few things, a SnoMaster 56L fridge/freezer chest just inside the rear passenger cab, and a Fiamma Awning overhead to provide shade and shelter. The three plug-in ports on the side of the camper are: single 110v outlet, a NOCO AC Port Plug (shore power charging), and portable solar panel charging plug-in.
Why You Can’t Live Without It: This isn’t just a truck—it’s a self-contained passport to freedom. Built from the ground up, this rig lets you escape the daily grind and live life on your own terms. Whether you're chasing sunsets in the desert or waking up to alpine lakes; enjoying just a weekend getaway or making this your full-time home on wheels, this rig makes it all possible—comfortably, reliably, and in style.
Be the envy of every parking lot and gas station you visit. After all, you're not just filling up... you’re fueling up a lifestyle everyone else only dreams about.
For greater walkthrough of the build, please feel free to watch the added YouTube video of the Rig Tour. On that same channel is the entire build series of the camper.
Allow me to introduce Ronan.
THE CHASSIS - Front to Back
The rough total of all the add-ons, modifications, custom work, etc., is over $90,000... NOT including the vehicle.
MAINTENANCE
TL-DR - This truck is turn-key, ready to go. It is truly one-of-a-kind. It's not showroom flawless but boy will it take you anywhere you want to go.
Price: $80,000 OBO
Located: Redmond, Oregon
Thank you for looking!
*Youtube walk-around video:
*YouTube camper build series:
One-of-a-Kind: Ready to break free from the ordinary and chase after those dreams? Meet Ronan—a purpose-built 2015 TRD Toyota Tacoma transformed into a self-sufficient, off-grid rig. 4x4, e-locker, 4.88 regear, performance tune, and upgraded King suspension all around. The rear has the "Chevy 63 conversion" : full-size leaf springs (custom made pack) paired with 14" travel dual bypass kings equals long-travel rear end. Total Chaos UCA's with King shocks become a mid-travel kit for the front end. This thing is built to handle remote trails without flinching. Baja Design lighting all around and under, controlled via a Switch-Pro 12-gang switch panel . ASFIR aluminum skid plates to protect the vital under-belly components. Twin ExtremeAire Endura compressors pair with a 2 gallon tank for all of your onboard air needs. The wheels are 17" Ray10's from Stealth Custom Series in the exceptionally limited edition Brushed Gold color. The truck has been regularly serviced and maintained, with synthetic oil changes and tire rotations done every 5,000 miles. Don't let the mileage deter you... Toyotas are well-known for reaching and exceeding the 300,000 mile mark. That's years and years of countless adventures to be had.
No other Tacoma combines this level of craftsmanship, capability, and self-reliance. The custom flatbed camper, inspired by rugged Australian expedition builds, is insulated and four seasons capable. Inside, you'll find purposeful design, ample storage, beautiful finish, and plenty of space to make it your own.
The rear of the truck frame was extended 6 inches and boxed in prior to adding a steel flatbed tray. Atop that sits the all aluminum camper, made of 1" square tubing and aluminum honeycomb paneling. Inside is a beautiful, warm, home-y buildout. 400aH of Battleborn lithium batteries power the camper, paired with a 3,000 watt Victron inverter, solar charging from the 200 watt Renogy panels, and DC to DC (alternator) charging. All of these components easily monitored on the Victron app. 5 gallons of onboard water with a Guzzle H20 water filter, with a 10L grey water tank, complete with an in-cab drain switch. A VELIT gas heater with 3 gallon auxiliary fuel tank keeps the camper toasty warm on those cold, chilly nights out in the wilderness, while a MaxxAir fan keeps the breeze moving on those warmer days. The sleeping area of the penthouse comes courtesy of a HEST memory foam mattress and is on a raisable platform to store up and out of the way of the living space. The three enormous windows of the wedge camper have three layers: screen, clear vinyl, and blackout, offering amazing panoramic views at camp. Atop the back cabinet is a real walnut countertop with sink cutout. LED (multicolored) strip lighting all around with LED dimmable puck lights on the ceiling. The outside kitchen features a single burner induction cooktop, storage space for a few things, a SnoMaster 56L fridge/freezer chest just inside the rear passenger cab, and a Fiamma Awning overhead to provide shade and shelter. The three plug-in ports on the side of the camper are: single 110v outlet, a NOCO AC Port Plug (shore power charging), and portable solar panel charging plug-in.
Why You Can’t Live Without It: This isn’t just a truck—it’s a self-contained passport to freedom. Built from the ground up, this rig lets you escape the daily grind and live life on your own terms. Whether you're chasing sunsets in the desert or waking up to alpine lakes; enjoying just a weekend getaway or making this your full-time home on wheels, this rig makes it all possible—comfortably, reliably, and in style.
Be the envy of every parking lot and gas station you visit. After all, you're not just filling up... you’re fueling up a lifestyle everyone else only dreams about.
For greater walkthrough of the build, please feel free to watch the added YouTube video of the Rig Tour. On that same channel is the entire build series of the camper.
Allow me to introduce Ronan.
THE CHASSIS - Front to Back
- 2015 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport, 4x4, double cab, 179K miles
- BAMF front bumper
- WARN synthetic winch
- Baja Design fog lights, light bar
- AlphaRex Headlights
- 2” Fiberglass Front Fenders
- ASFIR full belly skid plates
- 4.88 Nitro Gear Regear
- Total Chaos / King mid-travel front suspension
- 17” SCS Ray 10 wheels - limited edition color - brushed gold (5x)
- BFG K02 tires (32’s) (5x)
- Spidertrax wheel spacers
- RokBlockz Mudflaps
- Overland Tailor Performance Tune - (throttle response awesome)
- SPOD 12 gang switch panel
- Self - Jumpstart switch (camper batteries to main)
- Floor / Foot switch for offroad lights (think old school highbeam switch)
- Weathertech Floor mats
- Midland MXT115 onboard radio
- Coverado seat covers (front)
- Desert Does It seat jackers
- Remote start
- Rear View mirror is full time camera, driving rear / front, parked
- Baja Design ditch lights
- 5x Baja Design LP6’s roof lights
- Prinsu Design Roof Rack
- Steel Rock Sliders
- Baja Designs Rock Lights
- Rear Seat Delete Platform in the back (I still have the seats)
- SnoMaster 56L dual zone chest fridge
- Extreme Outback Twin Eduro Compressors with 2 gallon tank, dual air ports on both sides of truck
- Rear E-locker
- Rear diff breather hose
- Chevy 63 Leaf Spring Swap - Custom leaf pack built by Boise Spring Works
- KING 2.5” dual bypass rear shocks
- Artec Industries shock towers
- Timbren bumpstops with U-bolt flip kit
- Full-size spare with working hoist mechanism, hidden behind the license plate
- Hitch Receiver
- Truck frame extended six inches and boxed in
- Steel tray
- Aluminum skeleton with aluminum honeycomb paneling
- 1" Insulation foam board
- Vehicle Color Match Paint
- Velit Gasoline Heater
- 3 gallon aux fuel tank for heater
- 400ah Battleborn Lithium Batteries
- 3000w Victron Inverter
- Victron Solar Controller
- DC to DC Victron charge controller
- 5 Gallon water tank (interior)
- Guzzle H20 Stealth Water Filter
- Restop cassette toilet
- Single burner Induction Cooktop
- Custom made cutting board insert for dropdown door
- 10 liter gray tank with drain switch
- LED multi-colored interior lighting
- Arctic Tern Window
- Haven Overland interior buildout
- Cabinets have removable panels
- Swing-up platform for additional seating / sleep area
- Real walnut countertop
- Small sink and faucet
- Storage galore
- Laundry basket cabinet
- HEST dually-long memory foam mattress (XL Full size)
- Raisable sleeping platform
- Ceiling puck lights, dimmable
- Tent features 3 very large 3-layer windows: bug screen, clear vinyl, blackout
- MaxxAir Fan
- 2x Renogy 100W solar panels
- Internal lid securing
- FIAMMA awning
- Baja Designs rear pod lights (white)
- Baja Designs amber chase lights
- Sequential turn signals (rear)
- Rear drop-down starboard table with MAXTRAX mounting pins
- Aluminum tracks for mounting stuff
- 2x 2 Gallon Gas Rotopax
- DMOS collapsible shovel
The rough total of all the add-ons, modifications, custom work, etc., is over $90,000... NOT including the vehicle.
MAINTENANCE
- Synthetic Oil change every 5,000 miles
- Tires rotated every oil change
- Brand new front brakes - Brembo, Ceramic
- Recent transmission oil/filter/gasket service
- At 150k miles, new: oem steering rack, oem water pump, oem pulleys, oem tensioner, oem timing belt, spark plugs, fluid flush/fill, new rear brakes (drums, pads, hardware), brake fluid flush/fill
- At 48k miles, the truck received a new transmission installed by the dealership.
- Extra goodies: Autotech 250a alternator (hasnt been installed yet), new Total Chaos UCA bushings and uniball for rebuild when needed, extra pair of lid struts
- I still have the back seats if you no longer desire the rear seat delete
- Through an app, I have kept track of nearly every fuel fill-up since 2017. If you’re curious, the truck averages 12-15 mpg on Ethanol Free / Premium ; 10 - 13 on Mid - Grade / Regular; 8 - 10 with a headwind. Highway speeds, it gets the best fuel mileage around 65 - 70 mph.
- I’ve also kept track of maintenance service / dates / mileage in little log books for the past few years. Prior to that are toyota dealership service records.
- I have the original purchase paperwork from the dealership when I drove it off the lot in November 2014
- Title in hand
TL-DR - This truck is turn-key, ready to go. It is truly one-of-a-kind. It's not showroom flawless but boy will it take you anywhere you want to go.
Price: $80,000 OBO
Located: Redmond, Oregon
Thank you for looking!
*Youtube walk-around video:
*YouTube camper build series:
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