12/01/2025
Another full-frame restoration completed on this low km 2nd G Tacoma that was well worth saving.
This truck had the typical mid-section splitting and separation at the multi-layer area — a problem all of these frames eventually develop. All factory rivets were removed, the underlying rust and corrosion were cleaned out, the seam was fully welded, and structural reinforcement plates were added for long-term durability.
The entire frame was surface-scaled to remove the old undercoating, which had stopped offering protection and was only trapping moisture. The frame then received a full phosphoric acid wash to chemically stop active corrosion. For this build, Fluid Film Black cheat code was applied for complete coverage while keeping the project within budget, the paint process adds a bunch of time. A full gallon and a half was needed, compared to the usual single gallon for standard Fluid Film after the paint process.
Proud to have brought another clean Tacoma back to life and ready for the wet, cold winter ahead.