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Discussion in 'New Members' started by VernonSC, Jun 8, 2012.

  1. Jun 8, 2012 at 7:38 PM
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    VernonSC

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    VernonSC [OP] Survive.

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    02 PreRunner SR5 2WD TRD
    3" leveling kit?, K&N Intake, Westin chrome nerf bars, Corroding Magnaflow catback single in/dual out exhaust, LED guage swap, Plasti dipped grill/front bumper/fender flares/side strip/back bumper/wheels, debadged, bug shields on hood/windows, aftermarket taillights
    From SoCal, but stationed here in Hawaii. This is actaully my first car! I told myself, no matter what, my first whip was going to be something I actually want. not something parents just give their kids. I bought in the beginning of March and it already had a lift/nerf bars/ and upgraded tires and wheels, but the guy i bought it off of obviously had no idea about the specs. My bank priced it at 14k, I kellybluebooked it at about 11k, and he sold it to me for 9.8k ..101k miles..not too bad, I'd say.

    I've already swapped out all the fluids and added new windshield wipers. just minor stuff pay check by paycheck until my friend told me about TWF. stoked about this site because it's taught a great amount about my truck so far. Thanks to this site I'm starting to upgrade parts on my taco that actually matter to me.

    next paycheck im switching out my bulbs on my headlights to some
    $59 PIAA 15224 H4 (9003 / HB2) Xtreme White Plus High Performance Halogen Bulb, (Pack of 2)
    PIAA 15224 H4 Style Xtreme White 12V 60/55=110/100-Watt Bulbs, getting an LED switch on my dash lights, and definitely some new floor mats.
    after that, cherry bomb vortex exhaust or magnaflow catback and swapping out the muffler for either a flowmaster super 44 or an aeroturbine 2525.
    also, either Raceline Raptor wheels or Ballistic Jester's.
    havent decided on any lifts yet because I don't have enough knowledge about them..but I figure those were a good starting point beside for the small details like clear sides for headlights or seat covers or painted fender flares and bumpers/grills.

    if anyone has suggestions about anything, I'm all ears! definitely want whats best for my truck :]
     
    VernonSC, Jun 8, 2012
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  2. Jun 8, 2012 at 7:39 PM
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    TacoDawgfan

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    TacoDawgfan Hunker Down You Hairy Dawg!

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    5100's at 1.75, Rear leaf TSB, Moto Metal 951 16x8, BFG TKO2 265/75/16, AFe Stage 2 CAI w/pro dry filter, Kenwood DDX374BT installed with Idatalink Maestro kit, Access Loredo tonneau cover, N-Fab steps, Tinted windows, EGR in channel vent visors, UGA drink coasters in the front cup holders, and a Graco car seat in the back seat
    Welcome from GA.
     
    TacoDawgfan, Jun 8, 2012
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  3. Jun 9, 2012 at 7:42 AM
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    Highland Logan

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    Highland Logan UBIQUE

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    Icon Stage 2 w/ overload left in, SPC LR UCA, 265/75 16 BFG KO2, front and rear Weathertech floor liners, OEM (Extang) solid fold tonneau, OEM bed mat, OEM front skid plate, OEM billet oil cap, "TOYOYA" tailgate decal
    Welcome to Tacoma World, from Nova Scotia.

    Frank
     
    Highland Logan, Jun 9, 2012
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  4. Jun 9, 2012 at 12:11 PM
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    RLDTACO

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    RLDTACO Well-Known Member

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    Debadged,Tailgate theft mod,Extra D-rings,OEM bed mat,TRD exhaust, 5100 Billys@ 4 corners set@ 0 with Eibach springs, rear TSB springs.N-Fab tube Steps. TRD FJ SE wheels and Michelin LTX A/T 2's
    Welcome!
     
    RLDTACO, Jun 9, 2012
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  5. Jun 9, 2012 at 12:22 PM
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    00yotasr5

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    00yotasr5 Well-Known Member

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    Icon ext travel expo leafs rear billies 5125 10'' travel bamf bpv relocate Brute Force Fab Sliders allpro ss brake lines f/r LR UCA 22in wetokled bar RAT Products ifs skid ARB rear locker Ultra gauge Redline Hood Struts Blue Sea Fuse box smittybilt xrc 9.5 w/TJM synthetic rope trail-gear rock assault low profile bumper LED bed strip 12v/usb charger in truck bed
    :wave:welcome
     
    00yotasr5, Jun 9, 2012
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  6. Jun 9, 2012 at 10:45 PM
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    VernonSC

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    VernonSC [OP] Survive.

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    JV
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    02 PreRunner SR5 2WD TRD
    3" leveling kit?, K&N Intake, Westin chrome nerf bars, Corroding Magnaflow catback single in/dual out exhaust, LED guage swap, Plasti dipped grill/front bumper/fender flares/side strip/back bumper/wheels, debadged, bug shields on hood/windows, aftermarket taillights
    appreciate it, guys! anyone have recommendations on tires? this my daily driver but i also like hitting the mud and trial maybe once a week when i have time. you know, something thats not super noisy on the road, but thats durable and tread wont wear down too fast
     
    VernonSC, Jun 9, 2012
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