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New girl in town

Discussion in 'New Members' started by Cupcake, Mar 3, 2014.

  1. Mar 3, 2014 at 2:18 AM
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    Cupcake

    Cupcake [OP] Member

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    Hello! I am new to forums AND asking for help.:)I own a 2001 Toyota Tacoma TRD that had a rough summer... So I came here for advice and any tips anyone is willing to share.
     
  2. Mar 3, 2014 at 2:22 AM
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    JohnnyWayne

    JohnnyWayne The Past Through Tomorrow

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    Look out for snakes in the grass guerrilla marketing.
    Hello and welcome :)
     
  3. Mar 3, 2014 at 2:58 AM
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    Joe D

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    Welcome to TW Cupcake from Oxford, Mississippi.
     
  4. Mar 3, 2014 at 3:07 AM
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    kingston73

    kingston73 Well-Known Member

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    Welcome to the group! I miss my 01, I still try to downshift at lights sometimes. What happened in the summer?
     
  5. Mar 3, 2014 at 3:08 AM
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    Cupcake

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    Thanks for the welcome! I've owned my truck for 5 years now and haven't had any issues with it until this year... It acquired mostly body damage and I'm having a hell of a time finding OEM parts anywhere. I never knew doors for my truck would be like liquid gold!
     
  6. Mar 3, 2014 at 3:14 AM
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    Cupcake

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    I laid it on its side and rear ended an F350 (two separate accidents) :rolleyes: I'm having a hell of a time finding parts that aren't "replacement parts" I would rather have OEM.

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  7. Mar 3, 2014 at 3:19 AM
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    Cupcake

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    Still trying to figure out how to upload my photos from my iPad onto this forum.. So bear with me. :)

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  8. Mar 3, 2014 at 5:58 AM
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    RLDTACO

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    Welcome to TW! :wave:
     
  9. Mar 3, 2014 at 6:01 AM
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    Fiolo

    Fiolo Senior member

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    Welcome to the forum !
     
  10. Mar 3, 2014 at 6:03 AM
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    ian408

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    Welcome.

    Toy Connection in Santa Clara, CA often has used parts for sale.
     
  11. Mar 3, 2014 at 6:05 AM
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    BamaToy1997

    BamaToy1997 Wheel Bearing Master

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    Welcome to the forum. You will find it challenging to find some parts. From the looks of those photos though, you will have some work ahead of you. The body sub-panel will need to be pulled out by a frame machine, or something equivalent. Crunched it up good. Give me a list of the specific parts you are looking for and I will check with my supplier to see what I can find. No promises though.
     
  12. Mar 3, 2014 at 6:07 AM
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    cynicalrider

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    It looks like it has a substantial body lift on it? Could have been a contributing factor to your flop, but of course I have no idea where or how it happened. Junkyards are your best bet for doors, etc. and there is nothing wrong with non "OEM" parts as long as they are OEM spec, especially from places like RockAuto. People on here get headlights and body panels from them all the time, I actually just got a replacement filler for under the headlight on Amazon from a similar company for $8.
     
  13. Mar 3, 2014 at 6:08 AM
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    Rons01TRD

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    Hello and welcome again. :wave:

    Check on Craigslist, I see a lot of OEM parts for sale on there. Hopefully someone will have what you need at a reasonable price.
     
  14. Mar 3, 2014 at 1:32 PM
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    Phil5393

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    Aftermarket parts fit like junk so yes there is something wrong with them
     
  15. Mar 3, 2014 at 1:34 PM
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    Some flags and center console divider... lots of things on the wanted list.
  16. Mar 3, 2014 at 1:38 PM
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    cosmicfires

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    Welcome Cupcake. I'm in Washington State too.
     
  17. Mar 3, 2014 at 2:15 PM
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    Cupcake

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    I have already had the frame pulled out and it is running aftermarket fenders and hood at the moment. When I replaced the fenders they weighed about half as much as the ones I removed and this I am not comfortable with incase I get into another accident with my front end. New bumper and lights work just fine for me but the "cheap" feel of the new parts is what makes me uneasy. That's why I am hoping to find another truck just like mine as a parts truck. Haven't seen much in this area. /: looking for: both fenders, hood, and drivers side door outer shell. Thanks!
     
  18. Mar 3, 2014 at 2:17 PM
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    TnRedNeck721

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    No mud flaps, plasti dipped emblems, and rear bumper, Weather tech digital fit, Bed mat from tractor supply. Pioneer 4400BH head unit. B.A.M.F bed rail tie downs. AVS vent visors.
    Welcome from east TN!:wave:
     
  19. Mar 3, 2014 at 2:27 PM
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    Mainmoe02

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    3" lift EIBACH coils w/ 5100's front, OME/ Dakar leaf springs w/ toytec adjustable shackles at 1.5" and 5125's out back. 33x10.5x15 KM2's Relentless DIY steel bumper.
    Maybe a local drivers-ed course will do you some good and prevent further damage?

    JK

    Welcome to TW. Best place for new OEM parts is Camelback Toyota or try RockAuto. If you dont mind used OEM parts then check the For Sale Threads
     
  20. Mar 3, 2014 at 2:28 PM
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    Cupcake

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    It currently has a two inch body lift and a six inch suspension lift. Body lift needs to be removed but I want to work on the body damage before I remove the lift and fix other things it needs. Thanks for the link!
     

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