Building Your First Rock Sliders Full DIY. Ultimate Toyota Tacoma Build Episode 2

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  • Опубліковано 27 лют 2021
  • Lets build some rock sliders!
    This video is intended to help those of you that are new to metal fabrication. DIY rock sliders are a great early fabrication project to learn some of the basics without having to invest a bunch money in material. Today we cover the basics and utilize a design that has been proven over decades.
    Enjoy the video!
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  • @ianprince7118
    @ianprince7118 3 роки тому +180

    Anyone else's Sunday ritual watching matt's off-road, fabrats, and nate?

  • @KevinButler35
    @KevinButler35 3 роки тому +82

    Man we got a fab rats jeep video, a Corvair video and now a video from Nate? what a great Sunday.

  • @asdfjkl426
    @asdfjkl426 3 роки тому +43

    Your "consumable" sliders came our as good as any "permanent" ones that I've seen being offered commercially.

  • @nm-qt2hb
    @nm-qt2hb 3 роки тому +15

    Love your builds. The best part is how most DIY people can do similar without a full blown million dollar shop.

  • @JohnnychimpO907
    @JohnnychimpO907 2 роки тому +7

    Nate, thank you for everything you do. I only recently discovered your channel, and it has helped me SO much!! I live completely alone on a mountain in Alaska, and I moved thousands of miles to get here away from my family and friends. Since being in Alaska the past 4 years have became very into 4x4 and all that comes with building rigs from scratch. I have no mentors here, not many friends, nobody to show me how to do anything so everything I know is self taught, and your channel is so concise and clear any time you address any topic. Your videos have been invaluable to me. Thank you so much!!!!!

  • @bcmandel
    @bcmandel 3 роки тому +13

    He kept talking about Ultra 4 and reading their rule book, makes me think there might be a build/plan in the future to run KOH.

  • @danielm6049
    @danielm6049 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you for mentioning a Suburban, I have an 05 Tahoe and there isn't a whole lot of discussion for the full size 4x4s

  • @denvernow7294
    @denvernow7294 3 роки тому

    Nate does/builds the things everyday that we all want to do, but don't actually commit the time to. He is my vicarious fabrication person.

    • @denvernow7294
      @denvernow7294 3 роки тому

      @IrishStew my lower back is terrible if I crouch down or bend over for too long. I WANT to fabricate but some stuff is a little tough for me to do. I can't imagine how difficult even simpler things are for you bud. Do what you can. I'm trying to find easier ways to do things that one would normally have to lean over or crouch down for long periods of time. It's especially tough working over my engine bay. 🤷‍♂️

    • @denvernow7294
      @denvernow7294 3 роки тому

      @IrishStew Appreciate that mate.

  • @maxxchewning
    @maxxchewning 3 роки тому +43

    quality filming on this dood!

  • @DesertFernweh
    @DesertFernweh 3 роки тому

    The Fact that you published this on my Birthday tells me all I need to know. The off-road gods have spoken.

  • @Mcevoy91
    @Mcevoy91 3 роки тому

    Man imagine being a beginner with a 2021 tacoma. A man can dream, and then a man can work 💪💪

  • @dREaDneck_Moto
    @dREaDneck_Moto 3 роки тому +4

    I've built countless sets of rock sliders, and always use 1/8" wall with great success. I also do 4 legs per side on Tacomas.

  • @erichughes9098
    @erichughes9098 3 роки тому +6

    Thank you Nate, for the inspiration to get off my dead ass and go work on my fabrication project this morning LOL😎👍

  • @adda58
    @adda58 3 роки тому +1

    Yeah! Love that this is for us beginners!!

  • @huntersmith8930
    @huntersmith8930 3 роки тому

    pro tip for those mig pliers if you put them all the way against the nozzle with the side with the bigger gap touching the nozzle it gives you the perfect stick out length every time

  • @jessestone294
    @jessestone294 3 роки тому

    Wow!!! Awesome video! Thank you for the inspiration I really appreciated it! I look forward to more awesome videos like this in the future!

  • @jd_6042
    @jd_6042 3 роки тому +8

    Man you are just ahead of what I'm doing to my tacoma. I have a 2nd Gen, doesn't stop me from enjoying your work. Thanks!

  • @GodSpeedGato
    @GodSpeedGato 3 роки тому

    Rad stuff as usually man. Keep up the great work.

  • @thedolt9215
    @thedolt9215 3 роки тому +1

    Really nice video! Very good production value.

  • @caveman9275
    @caveman9275 2 роки тому

    Thanks
    Looks great
    What a nice upgrade!

  • @gratefultedd969
    @gratefultedd969 3 роки тому

    It's looking really great. This one is inspiring. Great entry level project.

  • @BenWebster84
    @BenWebster84 3 роки тому

    The Taco is looking awesome!! Can't wait for the lift

  • @WeekendWarriors87
    @WeekendWarriors87 3 роки тому +2

    perfect timing, getting my car lift put up next week and the DIY rock sliders getting built for my rover!

  • @robertmills794
    @robertmills794 3 роки тому

    super nice work Nate!

  • @miguelamartinez1411
    @miguelamartinez1411 9 місяців тому

    Great ideas, and easy to follow instructions. Thanks.

  • @adventuresuntold4822
    @adventuresuntold4822 3 роки тому

    This is a great template for me to build some sliders for my own Tacoma! Great vid

  • @mikepierson3097
    @mikepierson3097 3 роки тому

    This is great! Just starting to weld and this will be a perfect first project. Thank you!

  • @mwjii
    @mwjii 3 роки тому

    Its always a pleasure to watch you make stuff for trucks.

  • @samuelhenning1841
    @samuelhenning1841 3 роки тому

    This is the video I've been hoping for!

  • @todaysrandomexperience6869
    @todaysrandomexperience6869 3 роки тому +4

    Been one of my "next" projects for over a year. Hopefully soon... Thanks for the ideas.

  • @NKPGarage
    @NKPGarage 2 роки тому

    You made it look easy! That install looks super clean and like it was made on a jig. You did a fantastic job!

  • @anthonyraines5951
    @anthonyraines5951 11 місяців тому

    Love your stuff brother can't wait to see what you build on your new lathe!

  • @vorant77
    @vorant77 2 роки тому

    Thats one sharp Tacoma!

  • @FlawedOffroad
    @FlawedOffroad 3 роки тому +1

    Looks great, makin it look easy as always!

  • @SWBCrawler
    @SWBCrawler 3 роки тому

    Nice work as always! I have been mulling over some JKU sliders in my head for a while, i like your design here, seems pretty straight forward.

  • @invisiblebike99
    @invisiblebike99 3 роки тому +1

    This is perfect. Planning some sliders for my Ford Ranger once the weather warms up. Always great content Nate, much appreciated!

  • @Ben-sz5po
    @Ben-sz5po 3 роки тому

    Again and again...how clean and educated material you put out. Love seeing both the simple mods with simple tools and super sick mods for the advanced fabricators. Nice work! I am sure i speak for most, you motivate us to just go for it! Thank you

  • @ben2687
    @ben2687 2 роки тому

    Sir, your videos are simply excellent. You are so clear and precise in your explanation. Thank you!

  • @eus090474
    @eus090474 3 роки тому

    Perfect timing! I just started learning to weld and ordered some steel for just this reason. Building my own sliders for my JK as my first real project.

  • @051biohaz
    @051biohaz 3 роки тому +2

    Awesome video man, just got my first welder and this seems like a great first project. Thanks for the upload..:)

  • @vduber03
    @vduber03 Рік тому

    This episode made me a subscriber. Love this content

  • @SenorPickles946
    @SenorPickles946 3 роки тому +1

    Great video thanks for the awesome videos you give me ideas for the future!

  • @cementtacocalifornia5638
    @cementtacocalifornia5638 3 роки тому

    I don't do fabrication but love watching your content for ideas of how to outfit my rig. We started a channel recently and loving it so far. :)

  • @michaeleguiza5010
    @michaeleguiza5010 3 роки тому +2

    I love your channel and content! I just started the welding program at my local community college last month and I drive a 2018 Tacoma TRD OR. Thanks for the motivation!

  • @ratfarmers
    @ratfarmers 3 роки тому +1

    The video notification woke me up this morning then the bass woke up the rest of the house! Haha
    Awesome video and audio tracks!
    Have a fun and safe trip to Mexico!

  • @jasoncaston4557
    @jasoncaston4557 3 роки тому

    Man your stuff is great for all kinds of content,love it

  • @raulgil7389
    @raulgil7389 3 роки тому

    Cool video
    Cool store mods options
    Pro presentation

  • @piasprojects
    @piasprojects 3 роки тому

    I agree the Raptor Front Grill very nice, I am glad other companies are making them for other models!! I really like the rock sliders. Simple, yet effective. It makes sense going the route you did so you don't break the bank on temporary or version 1 sliders. Have fun in Mexico and can't wait to see that adventure!!

  • @1malikalik
    @1malikalik 2 роки тому

    Am a 3rd Gen 4runner and 1st Generation Tacoma owner and enthusiast but I watched and learned a lot from your channel. Thanks.
    You earned a HUGE LIKES 👍AND A SUBSCRIPTION

  • @ConcreteSlabJackers
    @ConcreteSlabJackers 3 роки тому

    Another Great Video... Keep it coming. Awesome work - very informative.

  • @taztraceztreks2135
    @taztraceztreks2135 3 роки тому

    Hey bloke love the show watch ever show great builds good how explains everything an the idea you have given me lot ideas to do on my 4wd over here in Western Australia cheers man number 1 fan

  • @everythingsucks6086
    @everythingsucks6086 3 роки тому +2

    Awesome video brother! Thank you for thinking of us beginner's! I'm new to off-roading, and just got myself a 93' 4runner for my first trail rig. Thanks again buddy!!

  • @ZoneOne2150
    @ZoneOne2150 3 роки тому

    First time watcher. cool show bro!

  • @georgeeads8689
    @georgeeads8689 3 роки тому

    Great video Nate.

  • @adamseaman7306
    @adamseaman7306 3 роки тому

    Always amazing content Nate.

  • @privera6746
    @privera6746 3 роки тому

    That looks awsome🤙

  • @eltonhigginbotttomii6586
    @eltonhigginbotttomii6586 3 роки тому

    Nate, I've had a very busy sunday.. I always watch the new video every Sunday. Got home after a long day today, opened UA-cam and forgot today was Sunday. Thanks for a great video bro! 🤟

  • @TheIJoystick
    @TheIJoystick Рік тому

    Hey man, just wanted to give you a huge thanks for inspiring me to start my first real metal fab project. This was one of the first videos I've watched from your channel and have rewatched it multiple times while researching. I started working on a set of sliders for my Tacoma about 3 weeks ago. Just finished them today. Built them out of 3/16 square tubing and couldn't have been happier with the results

  • @reidthompson8979
    @reidthompson8979 3 роки тому +1

    Awesome! I’m just starting my first overlanding build on one of my dad’s old parts trucks, a 1969 Jeep gladiator j3600. This is a great help, thank you!

  • @judge_executioner
    @judge_executioner 3 роки тому

    Hey bud, I like your channel and for some reason, I wasn’t subscribed until just now. You’re doing all the things I want to do with my Dango. I wish there was more content on Durangos but it’s all good. I’ll be one-of-a-kind. Keep it up and I’ll keep watching.

  • @JBdontcare
    @JBdontcare 10 місяців тому

    Love this one the best good idea

  • @Donorcyclist
    @Donorcyclist 3 роки тому

    Love the look! I bought some tube rails for mine, and I'm going to chop them, but I like the look of your sliders better!

  • @jeremyschunke5070
    @jeremyschunke5070 3 роки тому

    Great videos Nate you know how to build some nice rigs and make it look easy

  • @e-pill
    @e-pill 3 роки тому

    definitely a nice grill, and awesome fabrication as always.

  • @Bruteforcedj
    @Bruteforcedj 3 роки тому

    Definitely got my sub. Awesome video mate. That tacoma looks mad with those sliders.

  • @MichaelGalletly
    @MichaelGalletly 3 роки тому +2

    This is going to be my first project for my 2019 Ranger

  • @PaulKaiser42
    @PaulKaiser42 3 роки тому

    Taco coming along nicely 🔥🔥. Hope you had a blast I Mexico 👊🏻

  • @sirchirpalot
    @sirchirpalot 2 роки тому

    New to off road life style. And building my 1st truck, Very helpfull vid on how how to make 1st sliders,

  • @Justforfun-ek7et
    @Justforfun-ek7et 3 роки тому +1

    Found the video! Thanks for all this awesome content.

  • @comingtofull-ageinchrist6736
    @comingtofull-ageinchrist6736 2 роки тому

    great advice on choosing material thickness and diameter for the sliders, Nate!

  • @marcuspaul6635
    @marcuspaul6635 3 роки тому

    Tidy job Nate👍

  • @MrSrtman18
    @MrSrtman18 Рік тому

    Nice job Nate! Good ideas here for sure! Ive never welded before, im 55, just got a welder, and a new to me wj. Let the good times roll. Thanks for sharing all the knowledge.

  • @jasonh4167
    @jasonh4167 3 роки тому

    Awsome taco sliders subtle.

  • @Timile646
    @Timile646 3 роки тому

    I loved this tutorial styled video!

  • @jonathanconway7256
    @jonathanconway7256 3 роки тому +7

    My first set of sliders were 2x2x1/8" square tube. After a few years of hard hits, I changed the outer tube to 3/16 wall. Haven't bent them yet

  • @CasperRc81
    @CasperRc81 3 роки тому +1

    This is a great video thx you for your time on this. For my Colorado and rzr thx Nate I appreciate you and your family. God bless you and your love ones.

  • @WeekendWrenchTurner
    @WeekendWrenchTurner 3 роки тому +1

    Looking good!!

  • @edwardnoyola2860
    @edwardnoyola2860 3 роки тому

    Great video! Keep it up and be safe!

  • @scottc0510
    @scottc0510 3 роки тому

    THANKS BUNCHES for this, Nate! You made many good points about tubing size and reinforcement. I plan to build something very similar for my squarebody Suburban. I' want something geared more for utility than for sheer strength, because I'm building mainly a bug-out vehicle that will very likely NEVER see rocks or deep woods. Still, the basics are the same, and I really like this design. You're tha man!
    Also, huge kudos for the Raptor-style grille on the 'Yota... GREAT CHOICE! Nothing against the stock grille, but the Raptor-style one DEFINITELY kicks up the appearance a few notches at least... Keep 'em coming!!!

  • @KJsProjects
    @KJsProjects 3 роки тому

    Those sliders are mint.

  • @LuazCustoms
    @LuazCustoms 3 роки тому

    Hello from Ukraine., great video!!! Perfect timing, I'm just going to build something similar for my SUV. Thanks for the detailed explanation. it helps a lot.

  • @andrewschwerdtfeger5165
    @andrewschwerdtfeger5165 3 роки тому +2

    Love my sunday moring dose of Bob Villa, I mean Nate.
    Keep it up man, love the content.

  • @foihdzas
    @foihdzas 3 роки тому

    Love it! I just bought myself a welder last week 🙂

  • @TheBeedeegee
    @TheBeedeegee 3 роки тому

    I built some almost exactly the same. Used schedule 80 pipe and 1/4" for mounting to frame. Really wish I would have watched this first and welded the mount plates last like you said. When I welded in the gussets I warped the piss out of the mounts even though I welded in short sections. Great video as usual

  • @stevesalsman5184
    @stevesalsman5184 3 роки тому

    I just started watching your videos just before Xmas,I was home with a back injury.Now I am back out on the road again in my semi .I have a yj and a 71 fj40 but the rig I have had the longest is my 76 Ramcharger I bought it when I still lived in the Seattle area over 20 years ago.I have run trails in Washington,Oregon north Idaho and montana with it all the while pulling a small travel trailer to different places northern Alberta and to Indiana back to montana I could never find bumpers or sliders for it but now after watching you I think I can do this the only problem is I don't have a shop so everything is done outside,engine swaps axles welding painting.besides the work I have to do to my old peterbilt thanks for the inspiration take care

  • @risk_immersed
    @risk_immersed 3 роки тому +1

    one of my best subscriptions on YT. thankful for your content!

  • @jeepn0811
    @jeepn0811 3 роки тому

    Another great video. Don’t know why people would give it a thumbs down

  • @dustinross0910
    @dustinross0910 3 роки тому

    Thanks for the tips! Will do some similar for my KJ

  • @cincybrian5177
    @cincybrian5177 3 роки тому +1

    Excellent video, Nate. Got me thinking about integrated sliders on my 2001 Sport Trac 🧐...

  • @boar211
    @boar211 3 роки тому +1

    I'm not sure if you've ever covered this, or if it's even still a thing, but do you disconnect the battery when welding directly on the vehicle? I always used to as it didn't hurt to and the old timers in the shop insisted that you could fry a computer if you didn't.
    Thanks for the great video, I'm planning on building myself a set of sliders for my Trusty Rusty XJ this spring and this video and channel have been a great resource.

  • @jwillpin1599
    @jwillpin1599 3 роки тому

    Man and here I thought u would use the harbor freight bender for us average Joe's lol 😆. Awesome job as always Nate and thanks for sharing your knowledge and skills with us.

  • @rebellion_fabrication6268
    @rebellion_fabrication6268 3 роки тому

    Love this. I am going to be making some for my 2020 ram 1500 redel.

  • @life_ontheranch
    @life_ontheranch 3 роки тому +1

    The rocksliders definitely did their job. I’m excited to see what this Tacoma is capable of once your build is complete.

    • @DirtLifestyle
      @DirtLifestyle  3 роки тому +2

      I agree! They held up well all things considered. I can't wait to get the parts to build the rest of this truck 👍

  • @mikemorgan4670
    @mikemorgan4670 2 роки тому

    Super interesting.

  • @jlautomotive6349
    @jlautomotive6349 3 роки тому +3

    Another amazing video, quality and content!!
    I’m a beginner welder and am halfway through building my own custom back rack for my truck and this summer will be going all in on building custom bumpers... love the channel and everything you bring, you’ve most definitely helped me learn and grow as a beginner fabricator!!! Keep up the amazing work 👍👍

    • @DirtLifestyle
      @DirtLifestyle  3 роки тому

      Much appreciated 🙏 I'm happy to have helped!

  • @ssnova5255
    @ssnova5255 3 роки тому +1

    Great video's

  • @thenomad01
    @thenomad01 2 роки тому

    Definitely building these soon. Don't rock crawl but should be good for the occasional bump so I can remove the factory "minivan" side steps on my gx460

  • @russjowett2137
    @russjowett2137 3 роки тому

    Hi Nate.
    Great video and inspiration for newbie welders like myself. Thanks
    I have a tire video idea that I would love to see you do. And I have not seen one done like this on UA-cam.
    A video that truly shows just how important tire pressure is vs just fitting aggressive tires and not airing down. I know a lot of people who don’t air down or anywhere near low enough when off road and then start to use momentum or throw $ at there rig trying to get up the trail each weekend.
    For example your factory Tacoma tires up a section of trail at on road psi. . Then repeat at same psi with more aggressive same size off road tires to see if you get any further.
    Then factory tires again but down to off road psi to see if you get further than you did with the more aggressive tires.
    Then off road tires at off road tire pressure.
    Then disconnect the rear sway bar if it has one?
    Then use a little e brake to act like a limited slip.
    Then rear locker.
    And you might as well show what crawl control can do again.
    All up the same trail.
    I think it would be interesting for people to see what a huge difference tire pressure makes with getting up that trail.
    I know it’s obvious that lockers will make a huge difference. But for a lot of people lockers are not in the budget, but tire pressure costs you nothing. (Well except the compressor to fill em up again!).
    I just thought this would be a good video to make before the lift and 35” tires go onto the Taco.
    Cheers 🍻

  • @rhyswilliams695
    @rhyswilliams695 3 роки тому

    Nicely done.

  • @excursionoverland7315
    @excursionoverland7315 3 роки тому

    Nice work Nate! You make it look so simple and easy! Heck, you motivated me to make my own for my Excursion! But I'll need to incorporate a step for the front & rear doors. I think I saw something like that on one of your other builds? I'll search through your other videos.