Back To The Future Tribute Build

[UnknownError]

Hello guys -

I've been wanting to do this for a while, so I bought a 1999 Tahoe and am working on doing a "Back To The Future Toyota" tribute build.

I've begun (quite boring-ingly) by replacing all the breaks, the alternator, the wiring from the battery to the fuse box and removing the pinstripes from the body with a lot of 3M rubbing compound and a "Power Cone." I've started fixing a couple small rust holes in one of the quarters as well.

Next, I'm purchasing a set of:

U.S. Wheel 94 Series Black Modular Wheels

And BF Goodrich KOA's (yes I know, not correct, but I'm open to suggestions).

I'm hoping to go with 285's and a torsion key/block lift, and get the stance of the tires about even with the fender flares. Then, it's old-school rectangular off-road lights on the roof and bumper bracket to sort-of mirror the look of the truck below.

I'd love your feedback on the idea and any thoughts/suggestions you have for my truck build. I'll post pictures as it comes along if y'all are interested!


~Unknown Error

 

[o_fatmike_o]

right on , should look good once you get the wheels on and lifted

 

[inmypassatlife]

its gonna be a dog with a 22re in it

 

[UnknownError]

its gonna be a dog with a 22re in it

I've thought about that. I have the 3.42 too. Would you recommend 3.73 or higher?

 

[fiatdale]

I respect what you're trying to do... but I don't think the execution would look very good. Just my opinion.

 

[UnknownError]

I respect what you're trying to do... but I don't think the execution would look very good. Just my opinion.

Depending on how it turns out I may modify the design a bit, but I'm just looking for something that's different from all the light-barred lifted trucks I see. Something retro-inspired, and I always liked the BTTF Toyota.

Also, the rectangular KC's (I think) look great alongside the stock headlight shape.

I also intend to de-badge and get rid of the molding, and run clean black fender flares (like the Toyota).

I dunno - We'll see. I JUST ordered the 94s and the Zone Offroad keys/blocks. Probably install in the next couple weekends.

Will update with pix then

 

[fiatdale]

Just dont race Needles. You know what will happen.

 

[UnknownError]

Just dont race Needles. You know what will happen.

You, sir, win the comment award.

 

[inmypassatlife]

you'd need the 22re's bigger brother the 500re

 

[Danny3737]

Make sure Bif buffs both coats of the Trinova wax on it

 

[HiHoeSilver]

Not sure who all remembers this from another thread not too long ago, but you'll definitely want to go to Orielys website and order part#121G.

 

[PG01]

Id put a flux capacitor in just for the hell of it....

 

[Danny3737]

You'll need to make sure you're wearing an orange sleeveless down jacket while you're out cruising for chicks

 

[PG01]

A vest? Yeah, only time i wear those is when its cold out and I'm mad at my arms.....

 

[HiHoeSilver]

You'll need to make sure you're wearing an orange sleeveless down jacket while you're out cruising for chicks

And your Calvin Kleins...

 

[fiatdale]

You'll need to make sure you're wearing an orange sleeveless down jacket while you're out cruising for chicks

I thought it was a life preserver?

 

[PG01]

Navy, right?

 

[Danny3737]

Navy, right?

I just hope hope he doesn't get locked in Marvin Barry's trunk.

 

[PG01]

Chuck, chuck.....its your cousin......marvin......

 

[UnknownError]

This has gotten completely out of hand