What Have You Done To Your 3rd Gen Today?

sparty83 · Nov 19, 2015

Teeko said: ↑

Theres instructions on like page 4 of the led inteior light threads.
Ir will tell you what corners to start carefully prying open.
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NoDak said: ↑

just to add my info.

interior light, turn off the map lights, this will ensure the dome light wont come on in addition to the map lights

also test each light after you put it in and before you put the covers back on.

if you have cheap led lights they may be polarity specific. vleds 194 leds are dual polarity usually.

vanity lights :
1. to pop off the covers, pry at the pointy end (bottom of the cover) and it should pop out. be careful as the top part (wide end) has a C channel to lock it into place

map lights :
1. pry at both outer edges gently by the corners (sides closer to each respective door) and they should lightly snap off the pegs, then pry at the center on the side closer to the center (be careful as it hangs up if your not careful) since this is the peg that pushes the switch
2. as noted before get a 45 degree pick/pry tool that has a thin shaft.
3. put the pointy end at the base of the bulb and gingerly work it out (comes out pretty dam easy)
4. since it will pop out, be careful and catch it, otherwise you will have to fish for it underneath the seat (I be dam if it didn't fall into the space between the seat and center console both times)

dome light :
1. if you look up, the side closer to the rear window has to divots to stick a pry tool to pop that side out
2. once both sides are popped out it will release very easy
3. push on the driver side retention spring and the light will fall out
4. make sure you get a 3175 or 3022 bulb that is no more than 30mm long, better if you can get a 29mm bulb

license plate :
1. lay on your back
2. as your facing the socket you can reach up and turn it counter clock for 1/4 turn at most (may have to push and turn)
3. if you cant reach it from the bottom, reach from the side thru the metal work to turn it (driver side has more wire looms so its a tighter fit, they easily move out of the way if your gentle)
4. putting it back is the hard part as you cant get any leverage, try using a long nose plier short length (to get into the spot) to turn it back, otherwise just keep at it and be gentle but somewhat forceful, also you may have to put it in and turn

good luck.
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thanks found it

Ducman · Nov 19, 2015

13bajaguy said: ↑

Got the Rigid E2 done

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13bajaguy said: ↑

Got the Rigid E2 done

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13bajaguy said: ↑

Got the Rigid E2 done

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Looks great, nice clean install, did you use the rigid sku#40156 mounting hard ware? I been trying to get rigid to confirm if that will work on a 2016. So far they have not responded to 2 request for info, as they don't list 2016 model year yet.

13bajaguy · Nov 19, 2015

NutFlush said: ↑

Looks great! What brackets did you use? I am waiting for the Rigid Midnight Edition.
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We used the 15 brackets- http://www.rigidindustries.com/mounting-options/40156

Teeko said: ↑

How is installatio on these? is cutting necessary?
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no cutting at all, removed the bumper and made it work lol

Ducman said: ↑

Looks great, nice clean install, did you use the rigid sku#40156 mounting hard ware? I been trying to get rigid to confirm if that will work on a 2016. So far they have not responded to 2 request for info, as they don't list 2016 model year yet.
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it will work. My tech said it was way easier to make it work than he thought it would be.

Glen1978 · Nov 19, 2015

splitbolt said: ↑

Yesterday, I 303'd all the exterior plastic, rubber, vinyl, etc.
Today, I got my tint. Suntek ceramic; 25% in the back and rear, 18% in the front. Going to get 85% on the windshield in a week.

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Whats the details on this truck? Lift and tires? I have the exact same one I picked up last night. thanks

Livinserene · Nov 19, 2015

NormanSD said: ↑

Installed LED bulbs into my fogs. I like the spread, color, and brightness better than the stock halogen. 7200lms LED headlight bulbs are on their way as well.

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What's the name and product number ?

NormanSD · Nov 19, 2015

Livinserene said: ↑

What's the name and product number ?
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Hyperlink was on my original post to AliExpress. But here's the link.
http://m.aliexpress.com/item/322206...003-H7-H8&tracelog=wwwdetail2mobilesitedetail

atrouth · Nov 19, 2015

WolfyPNW said: ↑

How hard did you pull on the tail light covers to replace the reverse lights? The light cover gets pretty loose after removing the two bolts and tugging on it but never comes free.
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light tugging til they pop free. The top came out easier once the bolts were out, the bottom stuck in there pretty good, short, sharp tugs helped on that. Don't pull too hard, but it will come out eventually

Tacoma2GR · Nov 19, 2015

13bajaguy said: ↑

We used the 15 brackets- http://www.rigidindustries.com/mounting-options/40156

no cutting at all, removed the bumper and made it work lol

it will work. My tech said it was way easier to make it work than he thought it would be.
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Nice! did you get the 20 inch E2?

Livinserene · Nov 19, 2015

NormanSD said: ↑

Hyperlink was on my original post to AliExpress. But here's the link.
http://m.aliexpress.com/item/322206...003-H7-H8&tracelog=wwwdetail2mobilesitedetail
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Thanks man

hamiltonuh60 · Nov 19, 2015

Mmelaney said: ↑

How does that rack system work with the sunroof?
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No interference at all with either the tilt function or completely opening it up. Also is fin antenna compatible as its exactly the same height. I have noticed a reduction in the radio reception but nothing that I will complain about.

hamiltonuh60 · Nov 19, 2015

sparty83 said: ↑

How hard was it to gain access to the bulbs to switch the LEDs in? I am always worried I would break the cover before it pops off.
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Just gently pry on the inside portion closest to the switch and it will easily pop out. Then you might have to pivot it a little to remove the outside edge from behind the metal shroud.

WolfyPNW · Nov 19, 2015

atrouth said: ↑

light tugging til they pop free. The top came out easier once the bolts were out, the bottom stuck in there pretty good, short, sharp tugs helped on that. Don't pull too hard, but it will come out eventually
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Got it! Thank you!

newbie101 · Nov 19, 2015

djavionyx said: ↑

I drove the White Knight in the snow for the first time yesterday...location Aurora, CO. Snowed about 8 inches in my area.

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Is that the bed cover from toyota? how sre you liking it compared to other brand?

Mmelaney · Nov 19, 2015

Building the custom grille to get rid of the cheese grater.

ridez · Nov 19, 2015

removed window vinyl and front air dam, 3 inch lift with 887 ome coils up front with billy 5100s set at 0, 5100s in back and deaver add a leaf, light racing upper control arms, n fabs going on tomorrow, still waiting on my wheels and tires to come in

mcwalke2 · Nov 19, 2015

Whats up guys. New to this forum and I have a few questions. I'm contemplating giving my 5th 4runner to my wife and making the jump back into a 2016 Tacoma. The questions I have for you all is. 1. Do you know if I can use the front suspension from my 4runner (3" King Remote Resi) and transfer that to a 2016 tacoma? 2. Also Icon uniball UCA's? I'm sure the FN wheels and 275/70/17 MT/R's will look great. Going to go back to stock suspension and swap the Tacoma TRD wheels. Just wanted to get some opinions. Thanks!

Livinserene · Nov 19, 2015

ridez said: ↑

removed window vinyl and front air dam, 3 inch lift with 887 ome coils up front with billy 5100s set at 0, 5100s in back and deaver add a leaf, light racing upper control arms, n fabs going on tomorrow, still waiting on my wheels and tires to come in

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Awesome looks great ,, can you give us the wheel hub to fender height up front and back please )

ridez · Nov 19, 2015

i will tomorrow, i forgot to measure it pre lift, i was so pumped to just get it done lol

j102 · Nov 19, 2015

ridez said: ↑

removed window vinyl and front air dam, 3 inch lift with 887 ome coils up front with billy 5100s set at 0, 5100s in back and deaver add a leaf, light racing upper control arms, n fabs going on tomorrow, still waiting on my wheels and tires to come in

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Nice! I'm thinking on removing the air dam, but I'm not sure.
Would you mind taking pictures of the front, lower front? How much of the undercarriage is exposed after removing the air dam?
Thanks in advance.

JerryTaco · Nov 19, 2015

j102 said: ↑

Nice! I'm thinking on removing the air dam, but I'm not sure.
Would you mind taking pictures of the front, lower front? How much of the undercarriage is exposed after removing the air dam?
Thanks in advance.
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Here's a pic of my air dam removed. Not much exposed at all

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