dyogim's 00 tundra build

[dyogim]

Here's the tuffy deluxe lockbox I got for $40. In great condition and the keys still work. I'll need to remove the armrest on the driver side but that's not a big deal. I'll post more updates after install.

 

[Haggis]

Then start building my storage/sleeping platform for my bed. Trying to make the set-up buildable and collapsible within minutes. While being adjustable depending on my storage needs.

This is what I came up with for my Tundra....

Here's the driver’s side box set in place. It is held in place by fasteners that utilize the factory tie down points in the bed.

Both boxes installed with my 25 gallon water tank in place. The boxes were built to match the height of the water storage crate, this way the crate acts as part of the sleeping platform. I want the tank to the front of the cargo space to keep the weight centered in the truck. The hose is run back towards the rear so it is easy just to tug out the hose and spray away.

Next shot is of the fridge installed. This photo is of the test fit, now there is a frame work that bolts in and out this provides a cradle and lashing points for the fridge. The end of the storage/sleeping boxes was left open to allow easy access to items that are used regularly. The driver’s side alcove holds cooking utensils, stove and housekeeping items, the right holds the food stuffs and potable water.

When not using the water tank I made two panels to fill in the space of the missing items. That way I can run without the water tank or fridge or just one or the other. truck.

 

[dyogim]

Nice build Haggis! The two side boxes are what I'm looking at doing but having it adjustable. Hopefully, soon. My son is in the hospital. So, everything is on hold....

 

[motochain]

All off of craigslist. Just scored a IFS steering box in trade for my modified hella 700's (although they were modified back to halogen bulbs). Going to commit to getting my hydro assist steering set-up this year. My plans for the lights are to get a pair of the 24W DDM tuning LED flood lights. Then start building my storage/sleeping platform for my bed. Trying to make the set-up buildable and collapsible within minutes. While being adjustable depending on my storage needs.

I've been checking out those flood lights also! They'll be a nice addition.

 

[dyogim]

I've been checking out those flood lights also! They'll be a nice addition.

I ordered them and when I checked on the status they are being shipped from China. In the meantime, I'll see about bolting the tuffy box down.

 

[motochain]

Bummer they're not already in the US, but I'm always amazed at how quickly items can cross the water from China. LOL. Where are you mounting the lights?

 

[dyogim]

Bummer they're not already in the US, but I'm always amazed at how quickly items can cross the water from China. LOL. Where are you mounting the lights?

for now, probably to my front bumper. I got rid of my Hella 700's so, i can place them there. I may try to mount them to the rack when I remount it using better mounts. The rack will be more low profile and won't have rivots that will wear and rattle the rack.

 

[dyogim]

Got the tuffy lock box installed. I repainted it with a coat of the dupli color truck armor paint. Rremove the front drink tray and mounted it to the rear of the box. Ssecured the box using some self-tapping bolts. Removed the padding and will re-upholster it later. Lastly, I decided to remove the pass. side arm rest instead of the driver. This was needed because, the lid would not open if both armrest were there.

After I ripped up the upolstery and padding.

After paint

Close up of the texture:

Installed:

 

[Petrolburner]

Lookin' good!

 

[dyogim]

Finally got the DDM Tuning FX series 24W led flood lights today. Got home and installed them. The lights are set-up with 2 wires, black and red. Black is ground, red is power wire. Install was simple and straight forward. I used the power wire from the previous hella 700 lights and then ground was connected to a local bolt. Here a couple of pics mounted and night shots against the garage door. I'll get more pics later and better comparison shots projecting out further as I still need to make adjustments. Still unsure I want them mounted on the prerunner bumper.....

DDM Tuning FX 24W LED only:

Headlights only:

Both:

 

[01tundra]

Center console turned out good Mike!

You've sparked my interest in those lights, let us know what you think about them after you use them some. I'm debating on getting a small set to mount in my front bumper somehow......

 

[dyogim]

Center console turned out good Mike!

You've sparked my interest in those lights, let us know what you think about them after you use them some. I'm debating on getting a small set to mount in my front bumper somehow......

Definitely! So far, I'm impressed by the amount of light and I didn't spend an arm and a leg for them. I'll try and head out tonight to a dark lot or field to get better night shots and comparison shots

 

[TangoBlue]

Nice job.

Are the lights mounted on the bumper round and pointed down, or are they actually oval shaped? Are the lights in the garage off or on?

I have the DDM Tuning floodlight on my rear bumper as a work/back up light. Interested in your follow-up night shots.

 

[dyogim]

Nice job.

Are the lights mounted on the bumper round and pointed down, or are they actually oval shaped? Are the lights in the garage off or on?

I have the DDM Tuning floodlight on my rear bumper as a work/back up light. Interested in your follow-up night shots.

They are oval and pointed outwards a little. The garage lights are on and I didn't even think about it until I later. The night shots tonight will distinguish the lights better.....

 

[dyogim]

Here are the additional night pics. The yellow sign to the reflecting signs where the road leads to is 500 ft. First pic is with stock headlights, second is with both stock/led and the third is led only.