Toyota Tacoma | How to Viper Cut & Fender Flares | (2017 Tacoma)
Hello and welcome, thanks for stoping by. Today we finished up the makeover for sporty spice to include a viper cut and some chopped up fenders. For the viper cut I went with the less aggressive of the two lines which could be cut. Not at all difficult and super easy to cut with the right tools. For the fender flares it was a bit of a process and truthfully up close they don't look great. I went too hard on the flare cut. By cutting too much of the fender flare it exposes the clips holding the flare on. I have several clips that are super close to the edge. I recommend, for cutting the flares to stay at least an inch under the flare line where the clip mounting points attach to the fender. Stay below that line. It will cover the clips and then you still have a little material to be able to smooth it all out. I will most likely be redoing the flares in the future. They don't look bad from 5 feet away but up close, the flaws are visible. Also, my apologies as several times in the video I refer to the fender flares as the fender. As always, thanks for watching hope you enjoy. Don't forget to like and subscribe. All links below.
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Thanks for your time on this mod/vid. Been contemplating the viper for a while now. Have not seen anyone go after the fenders. You make it look eeeeasy
@ClassyTacos
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words. It took some time to get it all set up. Also, I went a little too hard on the flare cut, they don't look great up close.
Sweet cut!Like how you can see the KINGS now!🤙🏼
@ClassyTacos
3 жыл бұрын
Yes sir, thank you.
Pure functionality, love it. Gotta do this myself as well.
@ClassyTacos
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words, I appreciate it.
New subscriber here 😂 I enjoy watching you work truck is awesome my friend
@ClassyTacos
9 ай бұрын
Thank you very much. Appreciate it.
Dude, it looks fantastic. You did a great job. It's a good thing I've got a pavement princess, because I would totally frack up my truck.
@ClassyTacos
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man, I appreciate it.
Looks great..much props.i wish i had the guts to try this myself
@ClassyTacos
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, I appreciate it. You can, you got this, just take your time.
Looks pretty damn good to me. Alot better than what I could have done.
@ClassyTacos
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the kind words.
Great video and nice Taco!
@ClassyTacos
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
Looks badass brother.
@ClassyTacos
3 ай бұрын
Appreciate it, thank you.
Very nice built!👍
@ClassyTacos
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
great job ! good video
@ClassyTacos
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching.
Looks good bro 👍
@ClassyTacos
Жыл бұрын
Thank you.
Looks good to me. I respect the work
@ClassyTacos
3 жыл бұрын
Much appreciated, Thank you.
Getting ideas thanks for the video!
@ClassyTacos
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome, I hope to inspire. Glad you liked the video.
Great video and work! I put some 35 geolanders mt on yesterday and there rubbing on my upper control arms😕 so I had to order some 1.25 wheel spacers. I don’t have any negative offset on my method wheels. I’ll be doing this trim soon. Just installed a HC bumper this past week.
@ClassyTacos
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thanks for watching.
Nice job 👏
@ClassyTacos
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
When you guys get one side cit I wish you guys would show us the front of the truck so we could see the difference if we want to do it or not
@ClassyTacos
Жыл бұрын
If I cut another one, I'll get you the pics you you. If you're savvy with photo shop you could always combine before and after images. Just a thought. Thanks for watching.
Beautiful
@ClassyTacos
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. 😊
Done full pack po host ..sending my support po God Bless you..
@ClassyTacos
3 жыл бұрын
That is a lot to decipher, but thank you for the kind words, I appreciate it.
Awesome video man, personally think it would have looked better if you kept the quicksand color and just put some of that black trim on the edges
@ClassyTacos
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching. I was on the fence about the black, but after I do like the contrast.
This is possibly the cleanest Viper Cut I've seen (& i have seen tons of vids) and I am still afraid to cut into mine lol. What size tire are you running? Regeared? if so, which ratio. Thanks
@ClassyTacos
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much.
Maybe reinstall the flares with some added 3m dounle sided tape like it was from stock. To get a bit extra hold. I like the viper cut 💪
@ClassyTacos
3 жыл бұрын
Not a bad idea, thank you.
nice video. did you end up cutting more? I got the bushwackers flares but also running 35's. considering just going with no flaires
@ClassyTacos
2 жыл бұрын
They are still the same height as the video and work well for the 35s. My cut is high on the fender flare as compared to others, so if you cut this high be ready for a big gap between the tire and the fender. I like it, and I need that gap for when I hit the trails. If you take the flare off you can get an idea of what it will look like with no flares. Thanks for watching.
Also it's easier if you use a laser light
@ClassyTacos
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips.
I like the look of your rock sliders, which ones do you have on there?
@williamslim3424
6 ай бұрын
just saw the post--Cali Raised, thanks!
@ClassyTacos
6 ай бұрын
@@williamslim3424 no worries, thanks for watching.
What Milwaukee ratchet are you using? New cuts looks good
@ClassyTacos
3 жыл бұрын
The Mil ratchet is the M12 3/8. Thanks for the kind words. Link to the Ratchet --amzn.to/36W7uwP
You had quicksand fender flares, and then applied blacked OEM that were grinded down?
@ClassyTacos
2 жыл бұрын
No, i cut the QS fender flares and then painted them black.
I want to do this mod with my Taco as well but out of all the videos I've seen you're the only one to use a Oscillating tool instead of using a rotary tool with a cutting wheel. I wanted to know what attachment you're using for the oscillating tool? I'm hoping doing this mod will help out with tire rubbing for my 33''s I put on plus it just makes the Taco look like a BEAST.
@ClassyTacos
2 жыл бұрын
You really could use either tool. It comes down to what you feel the most comfortable with. For the cutting blade I used this kit. amzn.to/3BNeTMJ Thanks for watching, good luck.
@FA113NZ0MB13
2 жыл бұрын
@@ClassyTacos thanks a lot for putting a link keep up the videos I’ve seen a lot them very descriptive and great mods.
How high are you lifted? Looks like long travel on 6" lift. But I don't see a drop bracket lift
@ClassyTacos
3 жыл бұрын
I'm at a little under 4 inches of lift, just a mid travel lift. Thanks for watching.
Could you give me any advice Prior cutting my fenders this weekend? Lol
@ClassyTacos
3 жыл бұрын
Tale your time, don't rush stay at least an inch under the fender flare line.
Cut grind prettyfy repeat 3 more x got it 🛠
@ClassyTacos
3 жыл бұрын
Yup, it was a long afternoon.
Did you chop off as well the bolt that holds bumper at the bottom?
@ClassyTacos
2 жыл бұрын
Most probably, it really depends on your cut line. The higher the angle, the more stuff you will be removing. Thanks for watching.
What kind of sliders are those, thanks
@ClassyTacos
Жыл бұрын
Those are Cali Raised Trail Edition. I have an install on the channel for them as well. Thanks for watching.
what was that tool you were using for the viper cut with the flat-looking blade?
@ClassyTacos
3 жыл бұрын
It a Dremel multi tool -- here is a link -- amzn.to/2UCQ2ew Mine is an older model but this should get you going.
@voodoobluetaco
3 жыл бұрын
@@ClassyTacos Thank you so much
@ClassyTacos
3 жыл бұрын
@@voodoobluetaco No worries, hope it works out well for you.
Is that a skull at 12:24 inside the wheel well?
@ClassyTacos
10 ай бұрын
Damn, it does look like a skull. Nice catch.
Do you need to cut if you have 3.5” inches lift to put 35s?
@ClassyTacos
Жыл бұрын
Easy answer is yes. How much cutting depends on what and how you enjoy off roading. The more flex you need, the more cutting you're going to need. Thanks for watching.
@juancahuasmendoza2575
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the answer. Ohhrah !
@ClassyTacos
Жыл бұрын
@@juancahuasmendoza2575 Semper Fi
So the fender cuts give you about 2"more of finder clearance
@ClassyTacos
3 жыл бұрын
Thats about right, I did not measure it. 2 inches seems about right.
@raymonde.tanneratomic-rc9370
3 жыл бұрын
@@ClassyTacos so putting 35" in my truck could work even better, with this finder and flare cut, did you remove fender liner's to
@ClassyTacos
3 жыл бұрын
@@raymonde.tanneratomic-rc9370 yes fender liners are removed as well. This is the first step into getting 35s to fit right. Also recommend a CMR. Thanks for watching.
Can you show what the top of the snorkel area looks like
@ClassyTacos
3 жыл бұрын
Ya I can post up a pic in the community section. I will have it for you later today.
@raymonde.tanneratomic-rc9370
3 жыл бұрын
@@ClassyTacos was looking to get it, out of stock right now, was wondering on the top part of snorkel, the angle of the end of the snorkel, worried about water from rain and snow getting in
@ClassyTacos
3 жыл бұрын
@@raymonde.tanneratomic-rc9370 email me at the website on my about page and I will send you a couple of pics so you can set it. Thanks
@raymonde.tanneratomic-rc9370
3 жыл бұрын
@@ClassyTacos how do I do that
@ClassyTacos
3 жыл бұрын
@@raymonde.tanneratomic-rc9370 email me here --theuptightappraiser@gmail so I can reply with the pictures.
Lift height and tires
@delvinpineda4478
2 жыл бұрын
????
@ClassyTacos
2 жыл бұрын
right under 4 inches, Kings 2.5 all around, 35 Yoko Geos
Whoo, first commenter 😂
@ClassyTacos
3 жыл бұрын
Why are we up so early!
@fishtacoma
3 жыл бұрын
@@ClassyTacos Currently 4:46 AM here in SoCal! Had to stay up to get some work done! 😂 Probably gonna head to bed after this video 😆
@ClassyTacos
3 жыл бұрын
Sleep tight.
I need to get me a flapper wheel
@ClassyTacos
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, those flapper discs come in real handy. Thanks for watching.
@ClassyTacos
2 жыл бұрын
I just realized this is you. I have an extra one I can give you. I can bring it by with the phone mount.
@Standomness
2 жыл бұрын
haha! im just another fan. i acutally went to buy one at harbor freight. it made my bumper chop so much more fun lol. thanks tho!
looks like shit bro, but that dosnt matter, its function over form. nice work
@ClassyTacos
9 ай бұрын
Function over everything. This is not the Taco for everyone
CRINGE HOW TO RUIN THE FRONT BUMPER ON A TACOMA LOL 🤣
@ClassyTacos
9 ай бұрын
Yup, this is not the Taco for everyone.