Unbelievable Transformation Of A 2004 Toyota Tacoma!

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  • @JS-jf7gv
    @JS-jf7gv Před 2 lety +393

    Man I’m always amazed watching you tear something down and put it back together. I think I’m even more impressed with your fabrication skills though. Awesome to see the vision come to life. You’re a talented dude. That’s an awesome Yota. I’d kill to have one that clean.

    • @austinniemela
      @austinniemela  Před 2 lety +25

      Thanks man!

    • @mariozavala3793
      @mariozavala3793 Před 2 lety +1

      @@austinniemela were are you located Austin

    • @rogerkilburn4732
      @rogerkilburn4732 Před 2 lety +2

      I agree with everything you said

    • @rogerkilburn4732
      @rogerkilburn4732 Před 2 lety +6

      I 've had 2 toyota trucks. 1982, 2006 tacoma. They are by far the most reliable trucks I've ever had. Austin is amazing. He is a natural in front of the camera and a natural when working on vehicles. He is truly blessed.

    • @anneececarter
      @anneececarter Před 2 lety +3

      Ngl id love this lil truck

  • @rooslawn
    @rooslawn Před rokem +159

    CZcams recommended this video and I’m so impressed with what I just watched. What most impressed me, was your careful approach to disassembly, fabrication, and assembly. I would love to know how much time you spent on this, I’m sure it was a ton of effort! Keep it up Austin!

    • @austinniemela
      @austinniemela  Před rokem +26

      Hey thanks man! This build took about 10 months!

    • @rooslawn
      @rooslawn Před rokem +5

      Amazing to see a project like this through, and the variety of skill set involved is impressive! You’ve got a new subscriber!

  • @Icesack
    @Icesack Před 2 lety +35

    The time, money, effort, blood sweat and tears you put into that tacoma. I know if that truck could talk it would thank you for bringing it back to life and with some amazing upgrades aswell. Great job bro, go enough it now :)

  • @stevensden
    @stevensden Před rokem +13

    I was already impressed at the powdercoating of the arms but then you shocked me with the engine swap. All the custom work done is amazing to watch. You have more patience and skill than I could ever imagine having. Bravo and wishing you nothing but the best 👏👏

  • @escalade78
    @escalade78 Před rokem +78

    You have some incredible automotive, fabrication, body & paint and welding skills...a true craftsman. Awesome job keeping the great generation of Tacomas on the road!

  • @kota3233
    @kota3233 Před 2 lety +6

    Idk what I was more memorized by the truck or the thought in the back of my head how amazing it is that you make time and have the patience for this.

  • @brianglaze1092
    @brianglaze1092 Před 2 lety +19

    Thank you Austin. It is awesome to watch you work and see all of the thought and care you put into the details. It is inspiring to see the transformations take place. Keep it up and keep the videos coming.

  • @dayron6637
    @dayron6637 Před 2 lety +5

    I’m a reformed VW owner turned Toyota owner, but it’s hard to deny the performance benefits of the powertrain. Amazing work.

  • @DailyWalkWithGod001
    @DailyWalkWithGod001 Před 9 měsíci +4

    I have literally watch this video over and over again, well done Austin. I would be thrilled to have such a custom built truck. You truly are the definition of gifted hands. God bless you and preserve you always

  • @markvergara3275
    @markvergara3275 Před 2 lety +15

    By far my favorite build series of your channel! Love your work man, keep up the great work, and thank you for all you do! Can't wait for the next project!

  • @benjaminmart5307
    @benjaminmart5307 Před rokem +2

    One one hand I'm impressed, but when I saw you take that TDI engine out of that Passat, my heart sunk a bit. Those are a dying breed. VW TDI Passat is probably the best driving vehicle I've ever owned. You got what the VW TDI community calls a 'bombproof' engine in your Tacoma now.

  • @SHAMITHADEVINDA
    @SHAMITHADEVINDA Před 2 lety +1

    I only could work on restoring projects with my dad when I was young. Now I'm in something different field but I always loved doing those projects than my job. Your videos are inspiring thanks for your efforts

  • @456Pegasus1
    @456Pegasus1 Před 2 lety +5

    This is one of the best projects I’ve watched in many many years craftsmanship seem impecable and you can feel the pride in the project; just amazing!!!!

  • @erklenk
    @erklenk Před 2 lety +9

    honestly, what a great transformation. I love watching your videos and honestly I knew this one was going to turn out great. you've set the bar pretty high and it's obvious that you have the skill to knock it outta the park. thanks for sharing!

  • @jaceeh9954
    @jaceeh9954 Před rokem +2

    Bro as a full time mechanic.. this was so satisfying to watch. Congrats on the new truck man!!

  • @josephgeorgeejr7039
    @josephgeorgeejr7039 Před rokem +2

    Definitely have envious admiration of a young guy with these kind of skills in a home garage..meaning I wish I could do this, or even have the knowledge to plan something like this

  • @MrKernkraft4000
    @MrKernkraft4000 Před 2 lety +3

    Honestly. Stumbled upon this channel months ago and what you are creating here is mindblowing. To the point where I feel like I should have done something much different career-wise. You have an amazing set of talents and skillsets. There is literally not a single part of a vehicle you cannot touch and improve.

  • @kasiew3772
    @kasiew3772 Před 2 lety +10

    You do such beautiful work! This is my favorite out of the three Toyotas. Thank you for sharing your hard work with us!

  • @kennysturm7343
    @kennysturm7343 Před rokem +2

    Incredibly thankful that I watched this. The best video in this category, and the craftsmanship was off the hook! Thank you for the content man!

  • @carlosbalderas7962
    @carlosbalderas7962 Před 2 lety +1

    Cheers from Mexico !!
    Amazing transformation no question one of the best on the net.
    So much learned during the process

  • @ihave1sub89
    @ihave1sub89 Před 2 lety +4

    Great job Austin, Im always so excited when you drop a new video and so sad when it ends. Please never stop making content. You are my number one favorite CZcamsr.

  • @conservativeokie
    @conservativeokie Před 2 lety +73

    This has been a phenomenal project and a true pleasure to see the amazing progress and special skills as well as amazing talent! Thank you for sharing this Austin, it has been truly enjoyable! We are really looking forward to the next chapter! 😁👍🏼

  • @911magnum
    @911magnum Před 2 lety +2

    This was an amazing video. Makes me sit here and think I could do that, doesn’t look that hard. Just shows how good you were at it because none of this was a small task.

  • @mdybos
    @mdybos Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you Mr Austin. Many tips we can learn from you. So peacefull, everything has the place in that. Good work.

  • @frankmcintosh9860
    @frankmcintosh9860 Před 2 lety +28

    I'm impressed with the skills of the build and the editing. Great job folks!

  • @jaidenmitchell7540
    @jaidenmitchell7540 Před 2 lety +4

    Amazing project 🤙 inspires me to start getting to work on my 3rd gen 4runner. Needs a lot of work and it’s overwhelming figuring out where to start haha.

  • @sweetconman
    @sweetconman Před rokem

    You are very talented as a mechanic, fabricator, body work, painter. I also know how to do all those things to an extent though what makes you different that the rest is your level of perfectionism and patience and pride in your work. I was blown away when you decided to sand a perfect clear and flow coat it AND THEN wetsand and polish... most people don't understand the amount of work that is in itself let alone everything else. my god man i wish we were best friends!!!!!

  • @Z-Bart
    @Z-Bart Před 2 lety +1

    Absolutely gorgeous truck. I had that same 3400 engine in my 1997 T-100. Loved it.

  • @12thman99
    @12thman99 Před 2 lety +8

    Incredible job! I admire your knowledge and skills. Flatbed still my favorite 😍

  • @HardscapePro
    @HardscapePro Před 2 lety +3

    Amazing Job
    We enjoyed every minute on that taco transformation
    Great job keep it up

  • @TheFlanman10
    @TheFlanman10 Před rokem

    This is much better than the other videos. You have really come along way with doing actual mechanical work!

  • @mrsrabbit2712
    @mrsrabbit2712 Před rokem +1

    Wow! Amazing all around.
    And those headlights... thank you, I'm doing it.

  • @osorio.garcia...777....
    @osorio.garcia...777.... Před 2 lety +3

    Tus Modificaciones son exquicitas👌, amo este canal . Ojala algun dia pueda hacer trabajos como los que haces tu . Saludos desde El Salvador .

  • @valenteleanos4774
    @valenteleanos4774 Před měsícem +5

    Yea, but do you do your own oil changes??? 😂😂😂

  • @dschiedel123
    @dschiedel123 Před 2 lety +2

    Not going to lie, that was amazing and very satisfying to watch. I can only imagine how you feel about the outcome. Great job man.

  • @Nacho-we1hp
    @Nacho-we1hp Před 2 lety +1

    That’s an awesome build! Never seen a tdi swap into a yota before and now I am just jaw dropped. Started reading your build list and realized we are in the same zip code, keep it up brotha!

  • @tipsovr2626
    @tipsovr2626 Před 2 lety +3

    That was one of the most enjoyable 13:00 minutes I have spent in a while. You have some amazing skills. Did you keep the same housing for the transmission or was that a complete swap? How long did the entire build take?

    • @austinniemela
      @austinniemela  Před 2 lety +1

      I did a 5 speed swap. Build took around 9 months! Thank you!!

  • @CB-hr6zs
    @CB-hr6zs Před 2 lety +3

    This truck is amazing don’t get me wrong I love the 90s style Toyota pickups like big red and the other green Toyota that you build but this truck is special good job bro good content as always and awesome channel 🤙🏽

  • @deepfuckingvideo
    @deepfuckingvideo Před rokem

    I can tell just as much effort went into the production and it shows. Great video

  • @tomcrotty1498
    @tomcrotty1498 Před rokem +2

    Absolutely incredible skills for such a person so young.

  • @meteormedia7021
    @meteormedia7021 Před rokem +22

    TDI swapped Toyota? Interesting! I honestly don't think I've ever seen that before.

    • @louv409
      @louv409 Před 11 měsíci

      You know why cause there's no need to swap a great engine for a trash one.

    • @meteormedia7021
      @meteormedia7021 Před 10 měsíci +1

      @@louv409 The 1.9 TDI makes great power and torque for it's size and it is likely the most reliable engine in the entire history of engines, but whatever.

  • @matthewlee2686
    @matthewlee2686 Před 2 lety +6

    We be cool to see a 2nd gen build. You do some awesome work.

  • @bradleonard1865
    @bradleonard1865 Před rokem

    You do some amazing fab work! Cool to see such quality work happening right here in town.

  • @maixify
    @maixify Před 2 lety

    You are like the complete mech dude. Mad mechanical skills, welding prowess and paneling genius. Awesome!!

  • @devanshumway6303
    @devanshumway6303 Před 2 lety +4

    Great build. I like the idea of the deisel in a tacoma, but in my book swapping the engine makes it not a tacoma. That's just me though. Other than that great work, truck turned out amazing

    • @kevinkidneyy
      @kevinkidneyy Před 2 lety

      Yeah it kinda hurt me but it was nice project

  • @JayP7676
    @JayP7676 Před rokem

    Dang Bro, from engine work, tig welding, making your own pipes, body work, painting and on top of that making your own mounts for a different motor !!!! I’m impressed!!!! NICE WORK!! That Taco is a BEAST!!!

  • @pnowikow
    @pnowikow Před rokem

    The level of detail skill and patience you have is incredible

  • @danielguy2156
    @danielguy2156 Před 5 měsíci

    Bro understood the assignment! Never a disappointment with your projects.

  • @RandomlnternetGuy
    @RandomlnternetGuy Před 2 lety +2

    This channel deserves like 6x the subs it has

  • @shehzadsaifullah
    @shehzadsaifullah Před 6 měsíci

    hardwork, craftsmanship, dedication.. keep it up brother!!!

  • @oakleyjack7600
    @oakleyjack7600 Před 2 lety +1

    Doing what you love doing, shows through the whole series 👍🎯💥

  • @mcmane6436
    @mcmane6436 Před 2 lety +1

    I thoroughly enjoyed this video! The attention to detail and knowledge skill level is second to none!

  • @DashDrones
    @DashDrones Před 2 lety +2

    Need to go back and watch the series from the start. Epic transformation 💪😎👍🙏🔥

  • @odthegreatest
    @odthegreatest Před 2 lety

    I didn't expect to see this much of a craftsmanship. Wow. Bravo sir.

  • @ivangonzalez2702
    @ivangonzalez2702 Před 2 lety +1

    Wow, I've learned a lot from this video.......how much I lack patience

  • @malcontent456
    @malcontent456 Před 2 lety +1

    Absolutely unbelievable skills on display here. 11/10.

  • @randygranger2294
    @randygranger2294 Před rokem

    Very impressed with your skills! This is one example of how good you are! Absolutely awesome work! Love it

  • @juanperdomo5730
    @juanperdomo5730 Před 2 lety

    Unparalleled skills and love for the craft. Amazing build. 👏

  • @jimjones5553
    @jimjones5553 Před rokem

    Quite an impressive set of skills. That’s a lot of specialties to master. Great work!

  • @beastz89
    @beastz89 Před rokem +1

    Brilliant. These boys know where its at. When i saw that truck rolling out for the first time in those tyres, i had goosebumps. Keep it up lads

  • @AZBEEMR
    @AZBEEMR Před 2 lety

    The Happy Face arrangement while painting was a great touch.

  • @UCTJ
    @UCTJ Před rokem

    Very impressive mechanical work, fabrication, and bodywork. You have impressive skills.

  • @alexanderngawaka
    @alexanderngawaka Před 2 lety

    absolutely loved every upload Austin thanks for being a slayer and documenting it all

  • @andrebaide1851
    @andrebaide1851 Před 2 lety +1

    You pulled this one off with ease buddy. It's amazing the stuff you fabricate. Watching all the way from Belize

  • @thedoghouseoutdoors4116

    That probably has to be my favorite Tacoma, I am a Toyota man through and through and seeing this one, I am going to have to start working on mine! Great build! Great video!

  • @HedgeMaster26
    @HedgeMaster26 Před 2 lety

    Man this is nothing short of amazing. Looks absolutely amazing Ausin.

  • @chazparker2488
    @chazparker2488 Před rokem

    Anytime someone ask me what built vs bought is… share this video. Stumble across this gem at work. Absolutely amazing work. The craftsmanships. The fab work. Top notch my dude!

  • @trefunk3743
    @trefunk3743 Před 2 lety +1

    Always loved your builds man, a jeep guy but the girl loves the 3rd gen 4runners so I checked ya out to do er up
    Now, probably a year later I finally got my hands on a 09 Tacoma TRD Offroad, let my build begin as well!

  • @bwame
    @bwame Před rokem

    Super awesome build! I have an imperial jade mica 3rd gen 4Runner. I think the best part for me is how damn clean and repainted you got everything. With 23 years of dirt, mud, grease and oil some parts of my underside are horrendous. Even with frequent cleaning and work. You can't actually see any of it unless you crawl under it but I know it is there.

  • @alonepolo5300
    @alonepolo5300 Před rokem

    The way you did it , it's amazing..
    Im really happy to see your video...i have a toyota 4runner 97..i would like to restore his life like the way you did with that Tacoma

  • @_DEX_-
    @_DEX_- Před 2 lety

    Amazing work! Couldn’t stop watching this video!

  • @ronlullie7154
    @ronlullie7154 Před rokem

    Phenomenal. Kudos to the amazing pool of talented people

  • @Tomcoma2832
    @Tomcoma2832 Před 2 lety

    Wow, fab work, awesome welds. Full tear down. Awesome shop with every tool you would want.
    I was expecting so ‘hey guys today we are going to do some awesome mods’ BS. This was full on just working on a truck.
    Awesome video!

  • @edwardm438
    @edwardm438 Před rokem

    Dude this was the coolest video i have seen in I cant even remember how long. First time in awhile I have just sat and watched something without scrolling through the comments and shit at the same time. Amazing work!

  • @blazinglight8649
    @blazinglight8649 Před 2 lety +2

    I love your work. Honestly making my dream truck with these builds. I love the Diesel taco so much!!!

  • @g_tacoma1900
    @g_tacoma1900 Před 2 lety

    You killed it once again! Thanks for sharing with us!

  • @fsl4346
    @fsl4346 Před 11 měsíci

    Im speechless! This is really clean!!! Well done!!

  • @nicovranken6370
    @nicovranken6370 Před 2 lety

    You are a real artist, big respect for your unbelievable work!! A masterpiece👌👌

  • @ricciodrake
    @ricciodrake Před rokem

    Great craftsmanship in a lot of different areas, the truck looks great 👍 👌 👏

  • @RobBread1
    @RobBread1 Před 2 lety +1

    It's a very awesome transformation. Congratulations on the job well done.
    Wishing we get to see your projects in person.

    • @austinniemela
      @austinniemela  Před 2 lety +1

      We need to have a meet up if your somewhat local!

    • @RobBread1
      @RobBread1 Před 2 lety

      @@austinniemela thanks. I'm on the other side in Whatcom county in western Washington. Perhaps someday.

  • @juliovega1780
    @juliovega1780 Před 2 lety

    Just happened to come across this on CZcams in my feed, great job on build 👍

  • @dundeeecroc
    @dundeeecroc Před 2 lety +1

    Very IMPRESSIVE!! you are a Yota GOD!! keep up the great work and keep it coming!!

  • @metaspencer
    @metaspencer Před rokem

    Dang man, impressive and detailed. Great overview of the project and full of ideas

  • @jonrichey8442
    @jonrichey8442 Před rokem

    Wow! That's some awesome work you did. As a 1st gen Tacoma myself it's great to see.

  • @maddgoatee9708
    @maddgoatee9708 Před 2 lety

    That's one Mean Green Taco. Thank you for taking us along the build.

  • @kolbybroussard5505
    @kolbybroussard5505 Před rokem

    Just when I thought I would die for a regular Tacoma unmolested. You go and build this beautiful thing

  • @Benji...
    @Benji... Před 2 lety

    Geez bro you went after it with this build, and the video. Amazing work

  • @henrik1743
    @henrik1743 Před rokem

    90's and 00's vehicles in clean shape will be worth a fortune with EV's becoming mainstream, it will be like luxury mechanical collectible watches. Very clean work. Hats off

  • @spikesforge9000
    @spikesforge9000 Před měsícem

    I wish I could get someone that's good to help set up my 96 Taco like that.

  • @JohnnyButtons
    @JohnnyButtons Před rokem

    Your attention to detail is next level bud.

  • @Blingus69
    @Blingus69 Před rokem

    Dude your a jack of all trades everything in this vid was crazy professional. Hats off to you

  • @beardedwoodsman9294
    @beardedwoodsman9294 Před rokem

    That’s some amazing work and the truck turned out amazing!!

  • @coyoteserranoband
    @coyoteserranoband Před 2 lety

    Never give up! Turning my 05 2door blazer to a monster!

  • @RameenFallschirmjager
    @RameenFallschirmjager Před 2 lety

    You are a phenomenal mechanic. Lot's of respects sir.

  • @maurice_mores
    @maurice_mores Před rokem

    That's hella amazing dude!!
    Especially with that TDI 👌I love the darker look it has

  • @jairocaceres4718
    @jairocaceres4718 Před 6 dny

    quedó bellísima. Antes tenía mis dudas con la Tacoma, pero ahora las prefiero.

  • @midnightzombie2811
    @midnightzombie2811 Před 2 lety +1

    It is a true masterpiece my friend! My Taco is coming along as well.

  • @Frostbyte911
    @Frostbyte911 Před rokem

    I want this truck so incredibly bad! Such an awesome build

  • @truthseeker9001
    @truthseeker9001 Před 2 lety

    That was just INCREDABLE.

  • @denniscarreno5882
    @denniscarreno5882 Před 2 lety

    A great built and damn good fabrication…..well done! Greetings from down under Australia 🇦🇺.stay safe