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Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Silent1, Jan 13, 2015.

  1. Jan 13, 2015 at 6:21 PM
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    Silent1

    Silent1 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I have been a long time member of TW but this is my first time posting, I know how to use search :p.

    I had a 1st gen Taco that I traded for a 2005 DCLB 4x4, I will post pics when this crappy weather breaks. Other than the synthetic fluids where should I begin my mods. I know it's a vague question with no details of a direction of mods. This truck is my daily driver and kinda needs to stay stockish to a point, wifes orders :(. So with that out there recommendations please.

    Edit : Current aftermarket items

    Gear wheels black
    Weather tech
    Hitch
    7 pin connector

    That's all I know that is on it that isn't factory
     
    Last edited: Jan 14, 2015
  2. Jan 13, 2015 at 6:22 PM
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    saundern

    saundern Swerve for nothing

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    supercharger :D
     
  3. Jan 13, 2015 at 6:49 PM
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    jackwithcorona

    jackwithcorona Well-Known Member

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    bestop supertop, rubber bed mat, weathertech floor mats
    Bed mat. Then some sort of bed cover (I use bestop) the versatility is HUGE. Also the bed mat prevents a lot of movement of items and is a 100% knee saver when you climb around back there
     
  4. Jan 13, 2015 at 6:54 PM
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    Silent1

    Silent1 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I wish, remember wife restrictions
    Bed cover like a rack? I don't do a lot of hauling so not sure that would be useful for me.
     
  5. Jan 13, 2015 at 6:54 PM
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    BYJOSHCOOK

    BYJOSHCOOK Mr. Mojo Risin

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    Check Out My Builds

    a73736634d6d621fdced4884bb85f095_f111ecbf8b039e22aa40e2a29a96052154649939.jpg
     
  6. Jan 13, 2015 at 6:55 PM
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    saundern

    saundern Swerve for nothing

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    she won't even notice if she's not poking around under the hood
     
  7. Jan 13, 2015 at 6:59 PM
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    Silent1 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Except for the 5 grand missing from the bank, I do "allow" her to drive it and she would get a ticket for sure. She drives it way harder than I do.
     
  8. Jan 13, 2015 at 7:00 PM
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    Silent1 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Very quickly
     
  9. Jan 13, 2015 at 7:01 PM
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    saundern

    saundern Swerve for nothing

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    oh shit haha nevermind then
     
  10. Jan 13, 2015 at 7:07 PM
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    It is on my wish list tho
     
  11. Jan 13, 2015 at 7:08 PM
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    saundern

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    go for some new wheels and tires to start. them cosmetic changes such as blacked out badges, BHLM, retros (if willing to drop the coin).
     
  12. Jan 13, 2015 at 8:09 PM
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    rusbob

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    Bed mat. Floor mats, I like weathertecs. Seat covers, wet akoles are nice. Looking at rollup tonneau covers for more dry storage space, lots of good brands like access or extang.
     
  13. Jan 14, 2015 at 3:28 AM
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    Previous owner put Gear wheels on, black. Realized after I went to bed I should have mentioned what has been done already.
    Have weathertecs already and been looking at the wet akoles.
     
  14. Jan 14, 2015 at 3:54 AM
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    I say lift, then new shoes. Welcome to the world
     
  15. Jan 14, 2015 at 4:05 AM
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    Gearheadesw

    Gearheadesw must modify

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    Bribe wife with shoes and purses. If she's into that kind of thing.
    Then.
    5100's, tires, bumpers.
     
  16. Jan 14, 2015 at 4:20 AM
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    I have been kicking around the thought of a leveling kit, I don't want to go to high, kids and grandkids.
    I'm confused about the 5100s when I searched Google there are a few options of 5100s,help please.
     
  17. Jan 14, 2015 at 4:23 AM
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    Gearheadesw

    Gearheadesw must modify

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    Bilsteins 5100's adjustable front shocks. They have 4 settings adjustable with a big circlip. Use stock coil springs or Old Man Emu or Eibach springs.
     
  18. Jan 14, 2015 at 4:24 AM
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    ICON Stage 1, 255/85/16 ST Maxx, SOS Concepts WIY Front Bumper
    For a bed mat I just used the cheap interlocking foam pads from Harbor Freight. When purchased on sale they are cheap, and you can replace pieces as needed. I have a shell on my bed, so no weather or risk of flying out.
     
  19. Jan 14, 2015 at 5:06 AM
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    jackwithcorona

    jackwithcorona Well-Known Member

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    Access literider for a tonneau cover or bestop for a shell. Those tend to be on the less expensive side, and I can attest for their quality.
     
  20. Jan 14, 2015 at 5:07 AM
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    2WD Sport Nav SC V-6 Mall crawler Home Depot truck
    Yep, got one two weeks after buying it. Bed mat, from the dealer. Groceries slid all o9ver the place.

    Then I got a Supercharger, under $6k. Wow.

    Get a oil catch can.

    Fat tires, side bars, re-gear rear end for fat tires. Beer holder.
     

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