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Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by BigDadi26, May 28, 2013.

  1. May 28, 2013 at 6:27 PM
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    Lifted 33's still need to trim the fenders!!!
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  2. May 28, 2013 at 6:37 PM
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    GTechoma

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    I went with the EGR brand (http://egrusa.com/). I have had them for about 3 years and I'm happy with them. OTOH, bought the Weathertechs for our Subaru and think they fit well and look excellent. I don't think you would go wrong with either of these brands.

    I don't have any experience with the Auto Ventshade brand.
     
    GTechoma, May 28, 2013
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  3. May 28, 2013 at 6:44 PM
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    bjboucher

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    bjboucher Mama says Tacoma World is da devil!

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    I like my weathertechs. Gets a little tight the last inch or so rolling up the windows though.
     
    bjboucher, May 28, 2013
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  4. May 28, 2013 at 7:04 PM
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    rbeezy

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    I have and like the EGR's. much more of a low profile design than the weathertechs
     
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  5. May 28, 2013 at 7:06 PM
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    BigDadi26

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    Lifted 33's still need to trim the fenders!!!
    I was worried about it geting tight at the last inch or two with the tints,
    thanks fellas
     
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  6. May 28, 2013 at 7:08 PM
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    GTechoma

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    If it is just the factory tint, I have had no issues. I can't speak for aftermarket tint. Also, I clean the area behind the channel (inside which touches the exterior window surface) each time I wash the truck.
     
    GTechoma, May 28, 2013
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  7. May 28, 2013 at 7:16 PM
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    BigDadi26

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    Lifted 33's still need to trim the fenders!!!
    yup aftermarkets here brought it down to 10% thats why I haven't jumped on them yet
     
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  8. May 28, 2013 at 7:22 PM
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    bjboucher

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    Doesn't affect my tint though. They rub on the bare glass. I have aftermarket tint, no issues yet.
     
    bjboucher, May 28, 2013
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  9. May 28, 2013 at 9:30 PM
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    don't get the avs one, they stick out way to far to be of much use in bad weather or even good weather as you can barely crack them open without getting a windstorm of wind. I am looking for a close fit (not in-channel) like I have on my 2010 Subaru legacy oem's.
     
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  10. May 28, 2013 at 10:37 PM
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    I have the egr in channel shades, love them! Nice tight clean fit. Used to have avs stick on ones, big difference in quality between avs and egr or weather tech. Avs is the suck
     
    tacomataco2, May 28, 2013
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  11. Jun 3, 2013 at 2:45 PM
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    I also have tint film on my front windows with in channel vent shades. Been installed for many years and no issues with the tint because of the tight fit.
     
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  12. Jun 3, 2013 at 5:37 PM
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    I bought the in-channel Weathertechs, but did not like how the last inch or so rolled up so tightly. I could hear some strain on the electric motor. I returned them. Considering the stick on version.

    My Dad, Uncle and Brother all have the stick on the version for this reason. Many here have no issues with the in-channel or issue with the motor. We just don't care for the potential of the problem I suppose.:notsure:
     
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  13. Jun 3, 2013 at 5:59 PM
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    Another one for Weathertech. I've had them on about 6 years now, no problems at all. Even the last inch or so is fine rolling up. Only suggestion I would have is that you peel the little sticker off that says Weathertech. Mine has separated into about three pieces and looks like it has become one with the plastic now after all these hot summers.

    Can't stand the look of stick on visors, they stick out way too far and whistle like a bitch up on the highway.
     
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  14. Jun 3, 2013 at 6:04 PM
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    Love my AVS. Going on 5 years.

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  15. Jun 3, 2013 at 6:43 PM
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    I myself went with EGR due to its price, no problems or regrets.
     
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  16. Jun 3, 2013 at 6:52 PM
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    Anyone have issues with the Weathertech's falling out? I can't seem to get the tape to adhere, especially the rear ones.
     
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  17. Jun 3, 2013 at 6:53 PM
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    AVS on mine, going on 3 years, no issues at all. Love em.
     
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  18. Jun 4, 2013 at 2:05 PM
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    5100's all around w/ 1.75" front. 1.5" Toytec AAL ARE shell with roof rack. Weathertech vent-visors and floormats 20% tint on front. Black and charcol wet okole's VLED V3 Triton DTRL's/turn signals. ECGS bushing
    Went with Weathertech. they've been on for about a year now, and no issues with my aftermarket tint at all.
     
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  20. Jun 5, 2013 at 1:00 PM
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    Lifted 33's still need to trim the fenders!!!
    Think I'm leanin towards the weathertechs thanks everybody
     
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