Pete's Tacoma Build

[pnorvell]

Damn, Pete. Three months later and that's all you got? Let's see some pics of the Tacoma or at least some of the scenery around there. Any adventures lately?

Hahah working on that now! I dropped off the face for awhile. Photo's to come soon.

 

[pnorvell]

Big lapse in time of updating this and I apologize for that. I've kept this pretty close to the chest but for those know me I'll be moving to Denver in February! I can't wait! If anyone viewing this build know's anyone in the Denver area that's hiring shoot me a PM! It would be much appreciated!

Here are some very, very, belated photo's from a trip this summer with my dad out to Colorado. It was such a great time and I can't wait to live there! Ok I know you guys don't like words so here are the pictures.


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Per usual, photo's don't do it justice. This was just after a huge spit of rain, turning the ground to the consistency of quickcrete in places. Running this spot with full air pressure was, fun.


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There is a video of this floating around but it is not worth posting. It has NOTHING to do with my driving ability *cough* *cough* and everything to do with videographer. This is said with a complete straight face and not an ounce of sarcasm... :sombrero:


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The views out here, It's simply isn't fair.

 

[cosmiccharlie]

Congrats on the move! I was out there in August for the Land Rover Rally. I am also trying to figure out a way to move out there soon.

 

[pnorvell]

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Heading up Schofield Pass if my memory serves me correctly. I unfortunately did not get many picture's of this trail, I was too busy trying not to kill ourselves! This was one of the moments in life where you realize the person in passenger seat things you actually know what you're doing.

This drive was UNBELIEVABLE! We passed a few vehicles left for dead along the way, a very random assortment. First of the group was a Ford Edge. I repeat, a Ford Edge. Somehow someone was able to get that thing down a 4+ trail, past multiple signs mentioning how fast you'll die if you're in the wrong vehicle. I do have pictures of that. What I don't have photo's of are the two harley's left for dead along the narrowest sections of the trail. Again in an effort not to kill us I forged pictures, something I completely regret. They were ragged. Keep scrolling for what photo's I do have.


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I'm hoping that someone was coming back for this. This was in great shape, barring it's current predicament.


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This was pretty common on the trails. Lot's of washout's and some trails were completely closed due to the weather conditions.


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How you know things are about to get fun...


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About a half mile past that very serious sign we come across this poor soul. Left for dead, all the under carriage plastics, gone... It was a bad site!


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That is not a hubcap, that is an alloy wheel peeled up like that. All the wheels looked about the same.


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I actually just realized one of the Harley's made a picture! down on trail left.


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This is Devil's Punch Bowl or damn near. Incredibly pretty views.


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[Box Rocket]

That second car was probably stolen and taken for a joyride until they couldn't go any farther and the theives ditched it. You should report it if you haven't already.

 

[pnorvell]

That second car was probably stolen and taken for a joyride until they couldn't go any farther and the theives ditched it. You should report it if you haven't already.

There was a bunch of guys on four wheelers already on the scene. To my knowledge the Ranger's had already been informed as well.

 

[pnorvell]

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On our way to Crystal Mill just outside of Marble, CO.


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Crystal Mill.


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Camping at the Base of Black Canyon of the Gunnison, Gunnison, CO.


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Finally made our way to the FJ Summit in Ouray, CO. Again, these photo's are old.


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Just out exploring. I can't remember where these photo's are from.


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Some more of the eye candy that was floating around the summit.


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SO much of me wants to copy this hood decal. It's so slick and I love that it crosses over into the JDM society!! SO cool.

 

[pnorvell]

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Again, outdated photo's but still good eye candy.


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I can't get behind those wheels. #sorrynotsorry


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Ouray, CO.


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The legendary Hwy 550. So pretty. Can't wait to tear down this thing on a bike. One day.


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Durango, CO.


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Great Sand Dunes, CO.


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Had the pleasure of meeting up with my friend Jake and his son Andy. We had a great time doing a little work around the property and topped the night off with a flat tire.


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Sunset's are otherworldly out here. Absolutely breathtaking.


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All cleaned up post road gunk and mud. What a great trip.

Thanks for looking.

 

[surlydiesel]

Wow!!!

 

[X2Outdoors]

Thanks for the report and the great pics.


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[Colonal Angus]

Now, that's more like it!!! Hahaha

Amazing pics, Pete. My favorite truck on here. Best of luck with the move out there. You'll still make the SEES activities back east, right?

 

[voodoojk]

Great pics!
The marble area is my stomping grounds. You would be surprised what I have seen driving back there in the years I have lived here ( pt cruiser to name one!)

Colorado sinks ifs teeth in you doesn't it! I moved here 6 years ago from Pa and never looked back.

 

[ETAV8R]

I need to peruse threads other than my subscribed list more often.
Great build. K.I.S.S.
Definitely one of my favorites.

 

[pnorvell]

Now, that's more like it!!! Hahaha

Amazing pics, Pete. My favorite truck on here. Best of luck with the move out there. You'll still make the SEES activities back east, right?

I would love to make a few, but I think realistically this upcoming CFW will be my last. As long as it doesn't interfere with the wedding details I plan to attend at least a day or two.

 

[pnorvell]

Great pics!
The marble area is my stomping grounds. You would be surprised what I have seen driving back there in the years I have lived here ( pt cruiser to name one!)

Colorado sinks ifs teeth in you doesn't it! I moved here 6 years ago from Pa and never looked back.

Yes it does! First experience was when I was twelve. Once I got my permit at 15 I've had the opportunity to drive out there every summer since. It was only a matter of time!