New to everything

[The_dau]

Hi guys. I'm Darrell, from Vancouver, BC in the great white north. Just took a leap and bought my first new vehicle and truck, a 2017 Toyota TRD Off Road double cab short box, in Inferno.

I have no past experience with trucks nor off roading/overlanding, my other vehicles are an Acura Integra and a CRV.

Took the truck out to some beginner trails, so far I'm loving it. Lots of plans, not a lot of funds.

 

[The_dau]

a couple more photos

 

[Captain Chaos]

Welcome! I like the color.

 

[Captain Chaos]

That's the story of my life also, lots of plans, not a lot of funds! As long as there's lots of fun!

 

[15Canyon]

Welcome! That's a great colour, super sharp!

Lots of plans, not a lot of funds.

Join the club. ;)

 

[Bob Dorsey]

I'm also new to the 4x4 element of off roading. We have spent a lot of nights in a Subaru but now also took the leap into a Toyota 4Runner. Seems a bit overwhelming with airing down and all that good stuff but so far we've had a blast getting to places that have previously been off limits. I'm very interested in a overloading class/course to practice the necessary skills.

 

[[DO]Ron]

Nice rig! Welcome!

 

[Bob Dorsey]

Nice rig! Welcome!

Thanks Ron

 

[4xFar Adventures]

Anyone who is new to overlanding, and has a decently capable rig shouldn't worry too much about throwing $$$ at it right away. It's more capable than you know, and will do things you thought not possible. Now that's not to say you should go out and find the biggest rock garden you can and get hopelessly stuck. But, find some like minded folks (the OB forums are a great place to start) in your area and hit some trails with them. If they have way built up rigs, just make sure they know your level of experience and that they are willing to take some time to show you the ropes. There's a lot to learn, but take it in chunks that you can digest and understand and you'll have a great time. Ask questions on here. There's already a ton of info posted here and everyone wants to help see a fellow overlander on the trail. Welcome!

 

[The_dau]

Anyone who is new to overlanding, and has a decently capable rig shouldn't worry too much about throwing $$$ at it right away. It's more capable than you know, and will do things you thought not possible. Now that's not to say you should go out and find the biggest rock garden you can and get hopelessly stuck. But, find some like minded folks (the OB forums are a great place to start) in your area and hit some trails with them. If they have way built up rigs, just make sure they know your level of experience and that they are willing to take some time to show you the ropes. There's a lot to learn, but take it in chunks that you can digest and understand and you'll have a great time. Ask questions on here. There's already a ton of info posted here and everyone wants to help see a fellow overlander on the trail. Welcome!

Thanks! My main priority right now is building a lockable box for the bed (no one sells one in the exact dimensions I need) and building my own set of sliders/running boards with bolt on steps (for family) realistically I'm aiming for a bed rack and a tent, everything else I can make due with what I have

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[Bob Dorsey]

Thanks! My main priority right now is building a lockable box for the bed (no one sells one in the exact dimensions I need) and building my own set of sliders/running boards with bolt on steps (for family) realistically I'm aiming for a bed rack and a tent, everything else I can make due with what I have

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Good words!

 

[Lyon McKeil]

What a fun position you are in, starting off fresh. There are just so many cool things you can do with your rig. By doing a bit of shopping around, a bit of DIY, and some ingenuity you can save a lot and still have an awesome set up.

 

[NorthStar96]

Nicce rig and welcome!

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[Big E]

Welcome

 

[Zachariah]

I love the stance of your truck I have the same one ....
What size lift and tires are you running

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[The_dau]

I love the stance of your truck I have the same one ....
What size lift and tires are you running

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no lift, just 265 70 r17 ko2's

 

[Zachariah]

Okay nice that saves me some time and money.....thanks

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[PNW EXPLR]

Wow! That is a pretty awesome color! Nice truck. Welcome to OB.

 

[Walt B.]

Welcome to the group!