Build Thread Tejona

[Mr_Bacon_Jr]

Took delivery of Tejona on Thursday. 2024 Base model, 10k miles with leather and heated seats, lockers, no high-power switches, and no safari windows. Came to me with Eibach 1.2/1.7 lift, Fox 2.5 shocks, 255/85/17 Mickey Thompsons, Fox 2.0 Race Steering Stabilizers, and ARB dual compressor under the driver's seat. The original build was in Grand Junction; I got it from Warner in Salt Lake.

 

[Mr_Bacon_Jr]

First up - dual battery install using the RedArc BCDC Alpha 50. I had Warner do the install- really, really great work. The dealership was an absolute pleasure to do business with. They are 100% bought in, not just in it to move a unit, but to make sure the truck you get meets what you are looking for. Plenty of Grenadier stock parts but also lots of 3rd-party stock. 70+ trucks on the lot, including one on portals. And they have 3 Rebelle competitors that run out of their shop. Pretty awesome.

Also had the driveshaft serviced with Rezeppa replacement on the transfer case side. My plan is to just have it replaced every 10k miles when/until a real solution is relased.

 

[HeavyFoot]

Can you also take a pic of the front and the back? That looks nice with the lift and tire choice they had.

 

[Mr_Bacon_Jr]

What's next? I am building the rig to support a 6+ month trip across the US. On and off road, camping and STR. So here's the current build plan.

Garmin Power Switch connected to the house battery
Bajas in front grille, chase lights, and ditch lights
Wolfbox
Starlink
Full set utility exterior belt
TinyRig device holder with 100 AMP USB-C charging cables
ADGU Drawer/Sleep system with 30L Dometic fridge. Sleep area used as a load floor.
6 70L RUX for clothes and gear
4 Front Runner Wolf Pack Boxes
3/4 Leitner Rack
2 95L ROAM boxes
Maxtrax on rack

Will post as it goes.

 

[Mr_Bacon_Jr]

Today- detail. I do this for every vehicle I buy. No better way to understand what defects need correcting, and what condition the vehicle is in. Wash with Dawn, clay bar, ceramic spray wax, ceramic protection for exterior plastic, and detail wheels.

Added Dynamat to the cargo area under the mat. I'll add more as I disassemble the truck for various electrical upgrades (Phase 1).

 

[Mr_Bacon_Jr]

Can you also take a pic of the front and the back? That looks nice with the lift and tire choice they had.

Here you go! I agree - it is pretty minimal, but looks great. I will say, I'm 6'5, had a Bronco Wildtrack before this, and this thing is tall. Like really tall. Looking at sliders that double as steps. The ones I have don't stick out enough for a toe hold.

Can take more pics if you want.

 

[The_Ick]

Since you don't have Safari windows you might consider going with the full length Leitner rack. You'll appreciate the extra length.