Hey guys, sorry about the audio quality from the wind, I’ll be investing in a mic soon! Also, what do you think the past owner did with the truck before I bought it?

@enharris54

Жыл бұрын

Goes without saying I think that drugs and drug money were involved

@Verdant02

Жыл бұрын

Drug runner to and from Mexico. Only built it like that out of necessity

@FirstnameLastname-ni9uh

Жыл бұрын

@@Verdant02 how do they cross borders I thought there's a fence or something to stop from this happening ? It does make sense why he had the beefed up suspension tho.

@jsndweeb7653

Жыл бұрын

he was on the run😂😂

@spyman218

Жыл бұрын

Thing was for sure a grow dozer... plus other shenanigans. Good to see ya back Mike!

Id explore maybe building another messed up truck from Facebook market place. I think you built a decent audience here on KZread, take advantage of it.

@bubbashorts5049

Жыл бұрын

I say keep finding stuff on marketplace and just try to slip it

@Tactical_Pterodactyl_Knives

Жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more. Use the momentum and build your channel into a money making part time job or more

@philiplapuz451

Жыл бұрын

I agree with this, the tacoma series is how I found your channel and I have enjoyed every episode.

$25k is a good deal, no doubt. finally some closure, I have always wondered how the hell that truck get into such horrific shape. you brought it back to life. keep it!

@cristianquintero8790

Жыл бұрын

Drug running probably

@jasontodd1141

Жыл бұрын

@@cristianquintero8790 unfortunately you’d be surprised how many people genuinely just don’t do vehicle maintenance. It’s insane, many people believe things like “lifetime” transmission fluid means their entire life smh.

@cristianquintero8790

Жыл бұрын

@@jasontodd1141 lmao 🤣

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Christopher!

Based on the truck’s condition, modifications, mileage and the area you bought it from it was probably (definitely) running drugs. Cool history honestly, adds to the character of the truck. As everyone else said I think your personality, “why not” attitude and ingenuity will carry you further than you think as far as maintaining an audience. But in terms of attracting a bigger audience I really think you have something here working on unique basket case vehicles. If you think about it you basically gained ~25k subs because of this truck’s unique story (or lack thereof) and shockingly bad condition. The salvage rebuild genre has gotten super saturated over the years but I think this is a fresh angle at that which has potential. Finding something cool, in bad condition with a unique story and bringing it back to life and making it something capable is a lot more entertaining to me than buying a stock wrecked car from a salvage yard and rebuilding it to factory spec. Maybe buy something from a police auction next? I feel like Cali has no shortage of cool cars in bad condition with a unique history so you have plenty of opportunity in that sense. Also gives you the opportunity to make content around the unique history of the vehicle too when it’s possible or reasonable (although I get not wanting to accuse the PO of this truck of anything in this case) As far as this truck goes I think you’ve done all you can with it content wise and you can almost definitely get back all the money you put into it back by selling it (maybe even more if you swap out that rear driver door). Free’s up the cash to start another project too.

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Tanner, Thank you. I agree with what you say, the salvage rebuild videos have blown up lately. Taking something from bad to good is satisfying to watch. I watch them all the time myself. I appreciate all of the kind words!

@xarch7208

Жыл бұрын

I was gonna say it was definitely a cartel truck. 100%

@leadpilled5567

Жыл бұрын

Any holes in the bed for mounting a m240. Would be way cool if it was a cartel technical

@tanner8355

Жыл бұрын

@@xarch7208 Assuming he got it out of NorCal it wouldn’t be a cartel truck. I was thinking more along the lines of running drugs (probably the devil’s lettuce) out of Humblodt County. They’re known for driving modified vehicles to run their drugs.

@RoStAr24TeLeVisIoN

Жыл бұрын

Just a guy witg money that wheels the fuck out of his trucks that all he was. He actually used his shit

I've been watching this build since the winter and I loved watching the progress as well as this recap. Whatever you do with the channel moving forward, I'm excited to watch. I enjoy your videos and appreciate the content you put out. $25k for that truck and the fun you had. I think it's totally worth it.

Enjoy your build for a little, sell it , and profit from it then get another project and repeat. I think this is one of the most interesting and favorite builds here on youtube, first saw it on my reccomendations the day you brought it home and i have not missed any videos on it. Youve put a massive amount of work into it i really enjoyed watching every video, your channel will only grow with the amount of passion you have !

Loving all the positive comments. I enjoyed watching this series. I would say 25k was a good price but the labor is where you loose. You learned a lot though and had a great time along rhe way. Maybe start filming wheeling trips and small mod videos like Wayalife. Eventually you will find a deal on another project and do this all again.

I'd love to see another build from the Marketplace. You really rescued this Taco. Love the content and I really think you could make this a pretty successful KZread channel. Your personality and ability fit right into that sweet spot. People will watch.

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Drew! I’ll be on the lookout for one 👍🏻

@mingovazquez704

Жыл бұрын

Agreed with Drew Green subscribed!!!

Great build! Been following for awhile, sounds like all of the clues you found based on the history of this truck it was used for running some not so legal items, likely off-road and in a hurry.

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Agreed!

25k is a steal for that truck! You've done a wonderful job. I would suggest selling the Taco and starting a new project! This channel will grow!

This was an awesome journey to watch. You did an incredible job documenting everything for us, and we appreciate it. Hats off for all your resourcefulness. Love the DIY attitude.

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

Definitely do more builds like this loved seeing it go from trash to treasure

You did a great job getting the Taco back on the road! I've seen too many Tacoma's up here in Humboldt get destroyed in the same way running up and down hills loaded with soil, water or diesel. Cheers for rescuing one.

Keep the Tacoma !!! Been following since the beginning, awesome adventure ! Keep checking out Facebook for your next project, really enjoyed watching all your videos. Keep up the good work. But, never, ever, sell the Tacoma ! Tacoma World needs you also ! Thanks for letting everyone see what you went through on this project.

Might be kind of a rough niche to continue, but as others have suggested, If you are able to find other methed out vehicles to fix up, we will keep watching and the channel will grow. Sell the truck if you want, or keep it. 25 grand isn’t all that bad in the grand scheme of things, and it’s kinda nice that it’s already beat a little so you can actually use it to it’s fullest without feeling to bad.

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

That’s true, don’t need to worry about the paint at this point!

Speaking as a guy with about 10k into a 3.4 swapped 2nd gen 4runner + many hrs of labor, I would say your sticker price is pretty dang great for what you wound up with! If you start another project I will continue watching, was pretty awesome to see this one evolve

What a story. Unfathomable neglect yet still put it on 37s with a 6" lift and lockers. Headscratcher unless you consider it was a drug mule desert runner. I don't know what else makes sense. So glad you found it and did er right. One of my favorite channels. Dude's attitude is everything.

Best Tacoma build series I’ve seen. So happy to have stumbled on your videos of this. Find another junkier… your ability to be creative, budget friendly and genuine fun makes your content solid.

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Hey thanks really kind! I appreciate it 👍🏻

Loved following the series man! Great restoration 🙌🏻

I really enjoy your approach to the Tacoma! “Hey why not”. I love the Tacoma, but you shout sell for $30k and get a new shit box the work on!! You have motivated this 60 year old with a new taco to build my own rock sliders!! Ps I think that dude was running drugs! Or making meth.

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

That’s a good point! And good to hear! Get out there and do it!

IVE BEEN HERE SINCE DAY 1 , I WAS WONDERING WHEN UD MAKE A NEW VIDEO

Hi Mike, l have watched the build since the beginning, great job with all the blood sweat and tears you have in this Tacoma I would say keep it. There are so many Tacoma owners like me out there we can't wait to see your next project. You can go older or newer we will be watching. Just keep it a tacoma channel and you will prosper.

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Don!

I remember looking at the first video of bringing the truck back home and here we are today, an awesome achievement. Hats off to your dedication and enthusiasm. There was another guy who bought a Tacoma which was in a wreck and now looks amazing. It's finding those projects that inspire you to bring them to life. Appreciate the update and the outcome. Congrats !!

Best part about this build was its something any guy could do at home. You did it without a hoist and super expensive welder and a snap on box that cost more than a new taco. Loved that you used stuff from harbor freight and didn’t do it in fully equipped garage. Reminded me a lot of my friends and I back in high school doing car projects. You should raptor line it. Could do it for $500-600 and a long weekend and it would look amazing

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Yeah we do it cheap around here! Thanks for watching !!!

Like other people said, your personality is worth way more than anything else, so as long as you’re making content doing what you love I think people will continue to watch. Tacoma content on KZread is definitely lacking, so I think you have good ground to stand on if you keep up with the wheeling and wrenching.

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Adam!

Very cool thanks for sharing! I found you on the first Tacoma video. Came together nicely!

Mike, you're a hell of a fabricator! Whatever project you end up working on, I'm definitely watching. It would be awesome to see you work on an older rig!

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Alec!

25K is a steal, keep that truck for sure, it's bada$$ and watching you turn it into what it is now was unbelievable. There really is something therapeutic about this trucks journey and how you documented it. You never got discouraged at all of the roadblocks and stayed positive. The channel should be about you unearthing more dirt devil trucks like this and flipping them. Thanks for answering all these questions because, yes, we were wondering..

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Brandon!

I saw your process from first to last. It was awesome and was always eager to see the next video. Definitely do another build.

This was one of my favorite builds to watch this year. Hella good job man!

Hey Mike, I really don’t subscribe to a lot of KZread channels, but I really enjoy your content. I happened upon your videos on the Toyota Tacoma subreddit early on in your Tacoma build process and I have been hooked ever since. You have a great presence in your videos and I think you should make a go at trying to keep the channel alive. I enjoyed your build videos, but I also really enjoyed your adventure and wheeling videos too. Hopefully you will be able to make your channel work with everything else you have going on. I was really happy to see an update video. My personal opinion, find another vehicle to fix up or build out and then take it on some wheeling/camping adventures.

Dude! Following from the start. This is such a bad ass build. You said it perfectly, totally worth it. Find a challenge and make something great of it. Wrenching on trucks, drinking beers with your buddies, creating memories. This thing is a memorable work of art. Love it. Rare to see such a sick access cab manual 4x4. Love it!

Been here near the beginning. I was always excited to see updates on this truck. Well done man, thing looks good!

Glad to see you're back!! It's all about the adventure not the money you spent. Like you said, good times with buddies. ✌🏼

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

For sure!

glad to see you back making videos, put a smile on my face :) keep up the great work homie

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Thanks friend!

THANK YOU. Loved the journey. Learned alot about how my toyota is put together even though you had alot of creative things going on. Would love to have you your skills mechanically ,awesome fun to watch. Thanks for the fun ride. Toyota is a beautiful truck . I love mine and seeing you bring it back from the scrap heap was impressive. Again thanks . Looking forward to your next projed while l have a beer.

I paid $40,000 for my 2021 OR Tacoma new off the lot. So you getting a much better version of our truck for $25,000 is a great deal! The upgrades I want to do will set me back another $6,000. You absolutely should be stoked on your deal of a truck.

Thank for the video Mike, and the follow up on The Taco! Shes a beast! Have you thought of building out a camper shell for an overlanding setup? I know its been done, and theres plenty of vids on youtube for that. Anyhow, thanks for the very enjoyable vids!!

Loved watching the build videos! You have an awesome mind and serious skills, thanks for letting all of us be apart of this journey. I know how much time you put into sharing all of this with us folks on KZread! Keep it up!

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

Awesome job bud and great content through out this project cheers bud 🍻🍻

@Mikes4x4Garage I have a couple suggestions. They might seem obvious but still: 1). I would get a shirt or hat designed. I have enjoyed watching your good content for free here on KZread. If I could buy a shirt, as a viewer it makes me feel like I am able to support you in continuing to make more enjoyable content. 2). I agree with others that your rebuild content is very interesting and that building an old Bronco or a newer jeep (I guess any off-road rig) would be enjoyable to see next. 3). I’m not sure what you do for work but I would consider offering local services such as installing a lift kit, wheels/tires, spacers, or a supercharger, etc... I think a lot of people are like me and wish we knew someone honest and knowledgeable about modifying trucks. Since people can see your videos on KZread and get a feel for your integrity through your videos, we can gain a sense of trust. Especially after seeing you transform that Tacoma, I would have full confidence you could install a leveling kit for me for cash. I don’t know but you might even make a second Chanel where you record doing simple mods on others people’s vehicles and keep this Chanel for your personal transformations. Either best of luck to you

Been watching for a while dude really appreciate the back story and wrap up once the build was finished. Can’t wait for the next one 💪🏼

Enjoyed the build. I have watched since the beginning. I liked to see you get a mid 90s taco or Ranger and turn it into a capable wheeler using mostly Facebook marketplace or junkyard parts. Keep the costs as low as possible but still trail ready. Good Job.

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

A junkyard build has been something I’ve wanted to do, maybe something for gambler 500!

Amazing revival/build! Loved watching truck's progress and your creativity/ingenuity. I'd love to see more adventures, either in this truck or another humdinger that you bring back from the dead! What if you drove the Tacoma to a fan's house and helped them with their vehicle?? 🤔 Keep the awesome content coming! And yes, $25K is a HELL of a deal for your truck, even with all the labor! 😉👍

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Oh that’s a cool idea!

Thanks for the back story, I caught on in the very beginning, but didn't know how you got your hands on it. Cool story, more content! I don't wrench like you, but I dig watching the story on bringing cars \ trucks back to life. Keep it up!

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Hey man, loved your vids. Could see you doing random missions camping, fishing and exploring similar to Mav. You've got the personality for good content man. Also I laughed pretty hard at your mates antics during the build. Looking forward to seeing some future vids

Its been awesome following your build. Whatever you decide to do I just hope you keep uploading videos ✌️

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

thank you for watching!

finally another video! I enjoy watching all of them

Mike love the recap. I think it’s time for another project 😊✅✅

Watched from the beginning, love Tacoma’s, and absolutely admire how you rebuilt this. Thanks for sharing!

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

Just found your channel and I appreciate what you are doing here man. Nice work.

Awesome man can’t wait to see this channel grow your a bad ass dude 🤙🏻😎

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Thank you jay!

I just hardcore binged this channel and can honestly say it's amazing and has so much potential. I'd slowly keep building the Tacoma as I feel it's the thing that really blew the channel up (i also own a 3rd gen so that's what I love watching haha). Ideas for the future would be roof/bed racks, bed drawers, and if you're crazy strait axel swap it. Definitely look for more deals and rebuilds. Can't wait for the future content!

2 things pop in my mind and one is a KZread channel that I believe is called something like $1000 to a Ferrari…where a guy went to auctions and bought and sold cars until he was able to get a Ferrari. And 2nd is quite a famous channel of some youngsters like yourself that buy big money broken auction cars and build them back up to 100% and resell. Both have made quite a path. Yours included modifications. But your truck could get you $30-$35k in this market. It’s clean and disinfected interior. Got a tuned supercharger on a 20k motor. Flywheel and clutch. King suspension, front and rear arb lockers. 35’s. Bumpers and sliders. Just a good set of skid plates away from damn near perfect build. Not much else could be done but some audio upgrades. Great job man. Or just drive it and enjoy it as anything g that goes wrong from here on in you’d be especially keyed in on.

Need more videos Mike! I know nothing about cars, but your content is so good I’ve seen every video on this series.

What a great success story!! That is a lot of work, but 25 for a 2018 with a new engine is a great deal! Any Taco owner would appreciate watching this series. As did I.

I dig that truck! Love that you and your buddies did all the work to get to where it is today. You must have learned a lot and had some good times to share with your friends.

Watched the whole process! Great videos! I would like to see you do another one of these videos with a different vehicle. Keep the videos coming!! God bless

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Loved following along with the build- you sharing costs, mistakes, and doing it in your home garage! Makes me feel like I could do it too! You should sell it for profit and find your next project!

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

You absolutely can, just learn along the way like I do!

Loved the process of the build and the character of the truck. Thank you for the journey through KZread

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching 👍🏻

Hands down some of the best real build content I’ve seen.

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Mario!

Thanks for sharing the buy story on the truck. Watched the whole series and it was pretty sweet what a couple guys could do in their spare time. I really like how the Tacoma is and hope you keep it. I think it would be cool if you could buy another vehicle to fix up and resell.

Woooooo!!! Another video! Thanks Mike!

I LOVE THIS CHANNEL MIKE!!! please do more junker to beauty fix ups!

@mikes4x4garage

11 ай бұрын

🤘🏻🤘🏻

Super motivating , and I love ever moment of ur build

I have really enjoyed your content and following along- get another project!

mike I love all of your content so would be happy with what ever but another project sounds good and also building that up more

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I’ve really enjoyed watching your videos and inspires me to do more diy stuff on my Tacoma. I say do another build! I’ll keep watching!

I think you did a great job on a truck that was really hammered. The amount of time and effort and not to mention patience- bravo! That is a sharp Tacoma, love it.

Bro been watching since the beginning! You got a pretty sick ride with an even better story. Totally worth it

I say find another basket case and build it. I loved all the videos. Thats what attracted me to the channel. And it was cool to see it be reborn then get to see it in person at the Sacramento meet. It was cool meeting and chatting with you also. I say keep it for now. You won’t loose money on it. It makes a decent off road rig and a great camping truck.

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Yeah it was good to meet you!

Been following since the begininng, glad to see you over 23k subs. I think 25k is still a great deal. I bought a 2018 sport for 38k... but it had a lot of extras and low mileage. The fact you replaced the engine I feel 25k is worth it.

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Matt, you’ve been an OG fan! Thanks for the support!

25K is a smoking deal for a Tacoma with a 20K motor, ARB lockers f/r, a supercharger, lift with reservoir shocks… That extra cab door just gets me every time. If I had a spare, I’d ship it to you!

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Taking donations! Lol

I love rebuild trucks videos on KZread that I can relate to. Thanks for saving this Tacoma. Beautiful truck and I am now a subscriber and it would be great if you can keep going some more Facebook market projects 🤙 keep up the great work man.

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Thank you thankyou!

$25,000 for that super charged truck is a steal! I paid $43,000 for my 2019 Tacoma TRD off road 4door which is NOT supercharged; however very happy with the TRD 3” lift $3000 later

I watched all the videos on this truck, and you did an amazing job bring this taco back to life.

Been following this build from the beginning and it's been an awesome ride. You should be proud of this one. I would have sold the supercharger to recoup some cost, but I'm sure it's a nice upgrade.

Amazing vids. Rebuild another, keep the content going, I can see you being a top KZreadr👍🏼

This Taco made me subscribe to your channel. I appreciate the closer haha always wondered about it.

Great job boss. Great job. I’m waiting for another project from you.

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Keep buying salvage/wrecked cars from Copar or marketplace, rebuild-sell and continue. That will produce more content for the channel and keep it simple, keep your friends close and keep the beers coming, cheers!

I loved following this journey. Your problem solving is incredible to watch and you're really funny and entertaining. Sell that taco and pick up another project and show the people!

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Ben! Good idea 👍🏻

This has been a wild story from the start. I enjoyed watching its progress. I love the truck.

New to the channel and your Tacoma videos are cool . Keep it up 👍🔥

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Welcome!

@xijinpooh8534

Жыл бұрын

@@mikes4x4garage +10000000 social credit points

MIKE IS BACK!!!!!!!! Hold up, let me get a beer!! lol. Amazing build Brotha!🤙🤙🤙

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Get the brewski! 🍺

First off great video! I’d like to see you buy a full size truck, for pulling your 4x4’s around and (hammers) maybe make the taco and or Jeep into a buggy?? Also think a SAS would be a great challenge for you! I know it’s not a new idea or anything but I think you would be thorough, ie. cost break down, parts, tools, materials, and of course video documentary! Whatever you do have fun and keep it up! Love you brother!

25k total is awesome brotha, glad the truck is in your hands. What ever you decide to do next ill be sure to watch.

Hey Mike, great content with this project. I don’t have much knowledge with anything mechanical or fabricating but you made it easy to follow and understand what was being done. Next project Sticking with Toyota: 3rd gen 4runner

This is an awesome story. There was a recall on on the master cylinder awhile back at least for the 2018's , he obviously never got the recall taken care of...great job restoring it. you've made a tremendous overhaul on that truck. i paid 33k for mine new from the dealer plus all the mods. I'm a bit jealous. These are fun off-roaders. unless you're itching to find another project vehicle, keep this one.

Hey man I like your content you should make weekly vids of anything you’re working on. I think your personality is worth much more than the projects you’re working on. Keep up the good work!

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I’m trying to up the videos here!

Hey Mike enjoyed the build series you had with the taco. I think in terms of the channel people enjoy watching any kind of build series, that being said do what makes you happy brother.

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

👍🏻👍🏻 I appreciate it!

I think building trashed trucks/jeeps/stuff off of Facebook is very interesting. Build stuff then sell it if you’re just looking for content. $25k for a supercharged Tacoma with lockers I think is a pretty good deal!! Cool videos, keep it up!

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

Yeah another build would be awesome. Keep growing the channel and hopefully the channel will pay for the truck itself. Should create a way so we the viewers can donate too. Love the content and would be happy to support more of it.

This was such a dope series, it’s always nice seeing Toyota content

Your content is good. I’m not even a car guy but love your Taco build series. I hope you continue to make videos.

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

I will!

Hey mike. Been watching since video one. Please keep posting a building cool rigs

Dope truck and cool story i subbed

you did a great job with the truck. looks amazing. the hard work shows

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Matthew!

Been watching this since the beginning and it’s definitely been a fun build to watch.

Keep wrenching on project cars! I like learning bit by bit and you aren't afraid to show the whole process.

@mikes4x4garage

Жыл бұрын

I like to show the good and the bad, thank you for watching it all!