Bigwapiti's 2011 Tundra build...'Big Nambe'

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Sweetness! I just looked them up and wow the're not cheap. Cool score and since I've never said it before... Your truck is sweet!

-Daniel

Sent from deep in the mountains of Honduras using only sticks and rocks.
 
exceptional build, I like all the detail and planning that you're putting into this.
 
Very nice kit and tools (made in USA) indeed. I found another one available on Craigslist in the West. Months ago I added some new, surplus ratcheting Armstrong wrenches to my Tundra 's tool kit as well.

A very nice addition to your truck/shop :)

James
 
bigwapitijohnny said:
All,

I just got back from acquiring the ultimate (my opinion) mobile toolkit available. It was a stroke of luck, and this was a gift from my wife ( :Wow1: ). It is an Armstrong SGMTK1 (General Mechanics Tool Kit). This was a Craigslist find, and I am in shock as to how much I got it for. It is brand new and complete. The gentleman that I bought this from was active duty and was given this kit while overseas. He already had a comprehensive tool kit, and did not need this one. His loss is my substantial gain...For all of you ebay / craigslist hawks, he said that there were PALLETS of these kits remaining following all of the mechanics getting theirs. I figure its only a matter of time before these kits trickle down to ebay and craigslist...Happy hunting.

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Case is the Pelican 0450. The tools are from Armstrong Industrial Hand Tools (subsidiary of the Danaher corporation). 7 drawer configuration. Laser cut outs and friction fit are exceptional...

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Again this acquisition was truly serendipitous...

By the way, EXO (Expedition One) front / rear bumpers are shipped. Ordered a Warn VR-10000. Masterpull schwag is here...

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As soon as the EXO bumpers arrive, I'll get the mock up pics posted up. Going to go with a rear tire carrier. Toying with the idea of mounting the SGMTK1 on the swing out as well...Not sure, she is heavy...

Regards,

BWJ
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I hope you realize you bought and now own stolen US Government property. That tool kit was never "owned" or "given" to the soldier for resale.
 
Mr. Smith,

I took this soldier at his word on how he acquired the toolkit - I had no reason not to. Besides, as a member of the 54% that paid federal income tax this year, I have paid for this toolkit 'twice' then...

What I realize is the fact that I helped a soldier and his family financially with this purchase, and I am good with that. My intention is to keep in touch with this soldier and his family and help him during the holidays - it is the right thing to do for our military...

If you have any suggestions as to how I can find out if it was stolen property, return it and make it right, please PM me instead of cluttering up my build thread.

Thanks for you observation though!

Respectfully,

BWJ

Now back to the Expedition build...

EXO bumper at the fabricator now getting tweaked ~ will go to the powder coater next Wednesday. Target date for the front bumper install is early August...

Regards,

BWJ
 
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bigwapitijohnny said:
Mr. Smith,

I took this soldier at his word on how he acquired the toolkit - I had no reason not to. Besides, as a member of the 54% that paid federal income tax this year, I have paid for this toolkit 'twice' then...

What I realize is the fact that I helped a soldier and his family financially with this purchase, and I am good with that. My intention is to keep in touch with this soldier and his family and help him during the holidays - it is the right thing to do for our military...

If you have any suggestions as to how I can find out if it was stolen property, return it and make it right, please PM me instead of cluttering up my build thread.

Thanks for you observation though!

Respectfully,

BWJ

Now back to the Expedition build...

EXO bumper at the fabricator now getting tweaked ~ will go to the powder coater next Wednesday. Target date for the front bumper install is early August...

Regards,

BWJ
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Your rationalization and justification for receiving stolen property is pretty sad. The fact is a soldier is "assigned" their tool kit, just like their weapon, they don't "own" it, nor are they allowed to sell it. When the US Government is ready to sell their property they use a channel such as this. Government Surplus Auctions at Government Liquidation If you want to do the right thing, return it and buy one from Amazon for $2099.00 if you must have one.
 
Just FYI you can buy these on eBay too for $900 new and they have several so I'm assuming they aren't "stolen".

To the OP, once again your truck is AWESOME and thank you for doing your part to help our troops!

-Daniel

Sent from deep in the mountains of Honduras using only sticks and rocks.
 
Adventure Copan said:
Just FYI you can buy these on eBay too for $900 new and they have several so I'm assuming they aren't "stolen".

To the OP, once again your truck is AWESOME and thank you for doing your part to help our troops!

-Daniel

Sent from deep in the mountains of Honduras using only sticks and rocks.
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THANKS FOR THE KIND WORDS...You are welcome at my campfire anytime along with Mr. Smith (if he would like to...);)

Regards,

BWJ
 
BWJ, thanks for posting info on the awning...
You do you like it so far ?

I was up in BC this past few weeks and drop by to meet and purchase one of his Shady Boy Awnings....
IT IS super light...
I bought it mainly cause it is only 48" or 49" wide and it will fit right on the rear of my roof rack......
I wont be able to install it until a few weeks from now....
 
ShadyBoy...

MANUCHAO,

GREAT PICKUP! I am really loving my ShadyBoy awning. I believe it to be the best engineered awning available. It is a perfect fit for the CrewMax short bed configuration.



As for tie downs, I picked up a few of these yard anchors at the Home Depot for ~ $ 10.00. These work very well, however, the ground has to be moist to use. I plan on using concrete cinder blocks when I deploy this when tailgating this fall...​






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One tip: when you are putting in the extension poles, these poles go in at a slight upward angle - this is where it gets its 'lift'. The first time that I assembled it, I thought the holes were milled incorrectly...Nope, just operator error.​





Enjoy the awning, you got the best one out there. Post up some pics when you can ~ CONGRATULATIONS!

Regards,​

BWJ​
 
Expedition One bumper ~ front

All,

Here is the 'PICS OR IT DIDN'T HAPPEN' post. I just got back from Atomic Fabworks to start the bumper project. I only have the front bumper for now. The rear will be here soon ~ currently it is being 'tweaked' at EXO. Bumper is exceptional in every aspect - very clean and welds are bomber.

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Plan was to measure 2 Fyrlyts and the Dually D2s to see if we need to make adjustments. Holes are perfect and can accomodate a 3rd light if necessary. Fyrlyts are 150W 12v Osram bulbs ~ Will Kuhns at Sierra Expeditions carry these exclusively. He says that these new lights will throw plenty of light. He assured me that I am going to see the output and my words will be 'Holy Shiiiaaat'.

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Also putting a Rigid industries 40" E series LED light bar on the Bajarack. Atomic is now working on fabricating tabs for the LED light bar / Bajarack and spacer mounts for the Dually D2s / EXO bumper...I will post a complete review of the lights at a later time complete with photos and video ~ stay tuned.

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Going to powdercoat next week...Woot woot!

Regards,

BWJ
 
Wow, that is going to be a ridiculous amount of light! Any extra back up lights?
 
ElHefe said:
Wow, that is going to be a ridiculous amount of light! Any extra back up lights?
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I got a pair of D2 diffused going on the rack. I'll have to see if one may do the trick...If so, I'll put the other one on the back of my trailer.

Regards,

BWJ
 
You're not kidding around with this rig. Getting ready for the zombie apocalypse?
 
ElHefe,

When I was a teenager, I was never able to afford modifying a vehicle...Now I have a little bit of time and money. I feel like I'm 16 years old again. Not many things you do in life that lets you feel like that.

I now know how Marty McFly felt when that garage door opened and he saw that black, lifted Toyota for the first time...

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Regards,​

BWJ​
 
I hear you, B. I'm definitely subscribed, can't wait to see it all come together.
 
Wow!!! Doc the build is coming out spectacular...all the pieces of the puzzle are coming together. Looking forward to the continued progress!!

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bigwapitijohnny said:
ElHefe,

When I was a teenager, I was never able to afford modifying a vehicle...Now I have a little bit of time and money. I feel like I'm 16 years old again. Not many things you do in life that lets you feel like that.

I now know how Marty McFly felt when that garage door opened and he saw that black, lifted Toyota for the first time...


Regards,​


BWJ​
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That picture there from "Back to the Future" starting me with my addictions to toyota 4x4's. The 86 xtra was my first toyota and have owned toyota 4x4 ever since...
 
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