1. Welcome to Tacoma World!

    You are currently viewing as a guest! To get full-access, you need to register for a FREE account.

    As a registered member, you’ll be able to:
    • Participate in all Tacoma discussion topics
    • Communicate privately with other Tacoma owners from around the world
    • Post your own photos in our Members Gallery
    • Access all special features of the site
    Quick Links: New member/owner from Charlotte, NC area Just got a 2009 Toyota Tacoma 4x4 Truck wash.. Gil's Tacoma 2017 Tacoma interior cleaning New Member 2010 Pre-Runner V6 Access Cab

Current FJ Owner thinking about making a switch

Discussion in 'New Members' started by thebolch, Mar 18, 2016.

  1. Mar 18, 2016 at 7:00 PM
    #1
    thebolch

    #1
    thebolch [OP] Active Member

    Joined:
    Mar 18, 2016
    Member:
    #181662
    Messages:
    32
    Gender:
    Male
    Charleston, SC
    Vehicle:
    2012 MGM DCSB TRD Sport 4x4
    Hey guys. Current 2011 FJ Owner....former '04 Taco Xtra cab owner. Been thinking about selling the FJ for a Double Cab 2nd Gen Taco and thought I'd join here to get some inspiration and browse the classifieds.

    IMG_3135.jpg
     
    thebolch, Mar 18, 2016
    #1
    G.T. likes this.
  2. Mar 25, 2016 at 3:28 AM
    #2
    thebolch

    #2
    thebolch [OP] Active Member

    Joined:
    Mar 18, 2016
    Member:
    #181662
    Messages:
    32
    Gender:
    Male
    Charleston, SC
    Vehicle:
    2012 MGM DCSB TRD Sport 4x4
    Might as well get my post count up. Pulled the trigger on a 2012 double cab 4x4 TRD Sport.

    20160319_185907.jpg
     
    thebolch, Mar 25, 2016
    #2
    Daria likes this.
  3. Mar 25, 2016 at 3:43 AM
    #3
    Bxmarauder

    #3
    Bxmarauder Member

    Joined:
    Mar 8, 2016
    Member:
    #180595
    Messages:
    23
    Gender:
    Male
    new york
    Vehicle:
    2014 Silver Sky Metalic Tacoma Dbl Cab TRD Off Road
    Tonneaupro hard trifold, Bed mat, Bed extender, Nerf bars, interior LEDs pop&lock (elec)
    Nice Truck enjoy!!!
     
    Bxmarauder, Mar 25, 2016
    #3
  4. Mar 25, 2016 at 6:29 AM
    #4
    Over da Hill

    #4
    Over da Hill "Roads...where we're going we don't need roads"

    Joined:
    Jan 2, 2015
    Member:
    #145416
    Messages:
    4,487
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Johnny
    SoCal
    Vehicle:
    15 Black Taco 4WD DC SB SC
    Supercharger, Icon stage 3 suspension, Pelfreybilt Armor, All-Pro Sliders & Leaf Pack, 17 inch Black Rhino Sidewinder wheels, 33 inch Toyo tires, Rigid Lighting, SPod,
    Congrats!
     
    Over da Hill, Mar 25, 2016
    #4
  5. Mar 25, 2016 at 6:32 AM
    #5
    G.T.

    #5
    G.T. Official TW Burrito Inspector

    Joined:
    Jul 14, 2010
    Member:
    #40169
    Messages:
    19,785
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    G.T.
    CONUS
    Vehicle:
    2011 Pyrite Mica 4WD DCLB TRDSport w/ FlipPac
    Some stick on chrome from pep boys
    Welcome to TacomaWorld.

    You thinking about keeping the FJ or did they offer you something stupid for trade in value?
     
    G.T., Mar 25, 2016
    #5
  6. Mar 25, 2016 at 7:33 AM
    #6
    ODNAREM

    #6
    ODNAREM MEMBER Of The Church Of @ODNAREM

    Joined:
    Feb 28, 2015
    Member:
    #149762
    Messages:
    41,292
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Ron
    Huntington Beach,CA.
    Vehicle:
    2012 TRD Sport Prerunner
    TRD catback exhaust,FJ Cruiser trail team wheels,BFG All Terrain K02 tires,Grillcraft front grill,Pelfreybilt IFS/Mid skids,sliders,standard rear bumper,Total Chaos bed stiffeners.TRD Pro Bilstein front/rear suspension.
    Welcome and congrats!:thumbsup:
     
    ODNAREM, Mar 25, 2016
    #6
  7. Mar 25, 2016 at 7:39 AM
    #7
    SoCal_Erik

    #7
    SoCal_Erik Tiki Taka, Tika Taka

    Joined:
    Nov 11, 2015
    Member:
    #169295
    Messages:
    1,573
    Vehicle:
    ‘23 Tundra SR5 Sport, ‘16 SR5 DCSB (sold), ‘15 SR5 DCSB (sold), ‘16 4Runner SR5, ‘15 OR DCSB (sold), ‘05 SC (sold)
    Sweet!
     
    SoCal_Erik, Mar 25, 2016
    #7
  8. Mar 25, 2016 at 7:45 AM
    #8
    NAAC3TACO

    #8
    NAAC3TACO Middle aged member

    Joined:
    Aug 5, 2008
    Member:
    #8350
    Messages:
    8,059
    Gender:
    Male
    Just east of crazy, NV
    Vehicle:
    2014 SR5 DCLB 4x4
    Color matched door handles, Weathertech floor liners, bed mat, Durafit seat covers, tailgate clamp, 2016 TRD Sport 17" wheels with Yokohama Geolander AT tires , Toyota exhaust tip, Toyota/Yakima bike rail mount, Toyota wheel locks, Toyota hitch cover, Redline hood struts, unifilter on air pump.
    Nice rides! Welcome to TW.
     
    NAAC3TACO, Mar 25, 2016
    #8
  9. Mar 25, 2016 at 5:16 PM
    #9
    thebolch

    #9
    thebolch [OP] Active Member

    Joined:
    Mar 18, 2016
    Member:
    #181662
    Messages:
    32
    Gender:
    Male
    Charleston, SC
    Vehicle:
    2012 MGM DCSB TRD Sport 4x4
    Guess I just needed a Tacoma to get some action on this thread
     
    thebolch, Mar 25, 2016
    #9
  10. Mar 25, 2016 at 5:20 PM
    #10
    thebolch

    #10
    thebolch [OP] Active Member

    Joined:
    Mar 18, 2016
    Member:
    #181662
    Messages:
    32
    Gender:
    Male
    Charleston, SC
    Vehicle:
    2012 MGM DCSB TRD Sport 4x4
    Unfortunately the FJ is gone. I sold it the same day as I bought the Tacoma. The person that bought it made me an offer that I couldn't refuse which is sort of what pushed me to buy the Tacoma. The FJ was my favorite vehicle I've ever owned by a long shot. I'm gutted to see it go, but it just wasn't getting used for its intended purpose anymore and we needed something with four doors that can do a little hauling.
     
    thebolch, Mar 25, 2016
    #10
  11. Mar 25, 2016 at 5:27 PM
    #11
    G.T.

    #11
    G.T. Official TW Burrito Inspector

    Joined:
    Jul 14, 2010
    Member:
    #40169
    Messages:
    19,785
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    G.T.
    CONUS
    Vehicle:
    2011 Pyrite Mica 4WD DCLB TRDSport w/ FlipPac
    Some stick on chrome from pep boys
    Glad you got a fair offer but it can relate to the feeling when you sell something you really appreciate. Hopefully you can get some reading in here and come up with a plan to make your Tacoma into the perfect truck for you.
     
    G.T., Mar 25, 2016
    #11
  12. Mar 25, 2016 at 5:28 PM
    #12
    tomwil

    #12
    tomwil Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    May 15, 2014
    Member:
    #129887
    Messages:
    8,025
    Gender:
    Male
    East Coast USA
    Vehicle:
    2014 Reg Cab 4x4
    tomwil, Mar 25, 2016
    #12
  13. Mar 25, 2016 at 5:30 PM
    #13
    thebolch

    #13
    thebolch [OP] Active Member

    Joined:
    Mar 18, 2016
    Member:
    #181662
    Messages:
    32
    Gender:
    Male
    Charleston, SC
    Vehicle:
    2012 MGM DCSB TRD Sport 4x4
    :thumbsup: My intention was to keep it stock-ish but you guys are making it difficult.

    Where's the nearest "What's the biggest tire size I can run with no rub?" thread? :deadhorse:
     
    thebolch, Mar 25, 2016
    #13
  14. Mar 25, 2016 at 5:41 PM
    #14
    thebolch

    #14
    thebolch [OP] Active Member

    Joined:
    Mar 18, 2016
    Member:
    #181662
    Messages:
    32
    Gender:
    Male
    Charleston, SC
    Vehicle:
    2012 MGM DCSB TRD Sport 4x4
    thebolch, Mar 25, 2016
    #14
  15. Mar 25, 2016 at 5:55 PM
    #15
    MarX

    #15
    MarX Hotdogs, spam and skittles.

    Joined:
    Jun 14, 2013
    Member:
    #106295
    Messages:
    29,637
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Mark
    NE Kansas
    Vehicle:
    2013 DCLB Tacoma TRD sorta Sport 4X4, 2009 Tundra SR5 workhorse
    RETRAX bed cover, Tailgate lock, TRD exhaust. 887's, LR UCA'S, Bilstein 5100's and Deavers AAL.
    Welcome, I wanted an FJ a few years before getting my Tacoma but had basically the same need and didn't get it. Both are sweet though, you'll be happy with your new ride.
     
    MarX, Mar 25, 2016
    #15
  16. Mar 25, 2016 at 7:09 PM
    #16
    stumpman

    #16
    stumpman Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Dec 13, 2011
    Member:
    #68717
    Messages:
    472
    Gender:
    Male
    tn
    Vehicle:
    2019 Dclb cement
    My better half had a new 07 fj, had it for seven years we loved it, I always had a 4 door Tacoma during that time period, gotta side with the Tacoma, I believe you will like it better in the long haul! Both are fine rides,just a matter of what fits your needs best.
     
    stumpman, Mar 25, 2016
    #16
  17. Mar 25, 2016 at 7:13 PM
    #17
    SilverBullet19

    #17
    SilverBullet19 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Mar 13, 2015
    Member:
    #150775
    Messages:
    1,113
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Scott
    Sacramento County
    Vehicle:
    2015 DCLB Prerunner TRD Sport
    Both great looking vehicles, I don't think the Tacoma will disappoint you. Congrats!
     
    SilverBullet19, Mar 25, 2016
    #17

Products Discussed in

Hayden 679 Universal 11” Rapid-Cool Add-On Transmission Cooler to Enhance Cooling (not for direct replacement of the factory unit)
$57.58
3M VHB 100x200mm~ (4" X8") Double Sided Foam Adhesive Sheet Tape 5952 Automotive Mounting Industrial Grade Very High Bond 5952 (1 Sheets 100x200mm)
$6.99
Mobil 1 104361 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Lube - 1 Quart (Pack of 2)
$28.27
VIAIR 88P Portable Compressor Kit (12V, 120 Psi, Forup to 33" Tires)
$98.00
Bilstein 5100 Series Set of Front & Rear Shocks fits 2016-2023 Tacoma with 0-1" Rear Lift | Provides 0-1" Front Lift | Includes TrendsAuto Decal | 24-263108 24-186728
$454.98
ban.do 7PK2120 OEM Quality Serpentine Belt
$19.98
Gates 94-01 Acura Integra / 91-95 Legend Locking Fuel Cap, Black
$18.85
AUXITO 912 921 LED Bulb for Backup Light Reverse Lights High Power 2835 15-SMD Chipsets Error Free T15 906 922 W16W Bulbs, 6000K White Daytime Running Lights (Upgraded, Pack of 2)
$13.99
NATIKA Backup/Front View Camera,IP69K Waterproof Great Night Vision HD and Super Wide Angle Metal OEM Style Reverse Rear View Backup Camera for Cars Pickup Trucks SUVs RVs Vans (Black)
$39.99
Bilstein 24263108 Shock Absorber
$140.08
Bilstein (24-186728) 5100 Series Shock Absorber
$109.17
Toyota Genuine 2020-2021 Tacoma TRD PRO 16" Matte Black Wheel PT946-35200-02 w/Center Cap
$278.01
Freedom Off-Road Front Upper Control Arms for 2-4" Lift Compatible with 05-23 Tacoma
$390.00
K&N Cold Air Intake System: High-Flow Air Filter, Increase Performance & Towing: Compatible with 2005-2011 TOYOTA: Tacoma, 63-9025
$317.99
RecPro RV Slide Out Replacement Seal | RV Slide Out Replacement Wiper Seal | 3" Wiper w/Adhesive | Sold by The Foot
$4.95
Yes, This is My Truck - No, I Won't Help You Move -Window Decal Vinyl Bumper Sticker Label Weatherproof
$4.99
Rexka 12pcs Transfer & Differential Service Gasket Kit Compatible with Toyota Lexus 4Runner Land Cruiser Tundra Tacoma FJ Cruiser Highlander RAV4 Sequoia Sienna 1215710010 9043024003 90430A0003
$5.99
KETOTEK Digital Thermometer Temperature Meter Gauge Waterproof Sensor Probe Aquarium Car PC case Incubator Temp Meter 4 Pin Power Supply Celsius/Fahrenheit LCD Display
$9.89
END OF ROAD Original Quick Fist Clamp for mounting tools & equipment 1" - 2-1/4" diameter, 2 Count (Pack of 1) - 0010
$9.94
Chemical Guys SPI_993_16 Nonsense Colorless & Odorless All Surface Super Cleaner (For Vinyl, Rubber, Plastic, Carpet) Safe for Home, Garage, Cars, Trucks, SUVs, RVs & More, 16 fl oz, Unscented
$9.99
12 Gauge Blower Motor Connector Harness for Toyota Tacoma 2005-2016 Replace 82998-12380 90980-10916, 6"es 12 Gauge Wire Harness
$9.99
Etopars 157" 4M Z Shape Car Door Trim Edge Moulding Rubber Weatherstrip Seal Strip Auto
$9.99
OPT7 Weatherproof 7 Way Flat Blade to 4 Way Pin Adapter w/Secure Tab - for Trailer Tow Hitch and Redline Tailgate LED
$9.99
NGK (7787) LFR6C-11 V-Power Spark Plug, Pack of 1
$9.99
Chemical Guys WAC_202_16 Speed Wipe Quick Detailer, Safe for Cars, Trucks, SUVs, Motorcycles, RVs & More, 16 fl oz, Cherry Scent
$10.97
Marsauto DE3175 31mm LED Interior Dome Light Map Bulb Door Courtesy for Car 1.22" DE3021 DE3022 Festoon Bulbs White Pack of 4
$10.99
Beck/Arnley Pcv Valve - 045-0342
$10.11
Philips DE3175WLED Ultinon LED Bulb (White), 1 Pack
$10.95
Super Sticky Magnetic Tape (10 feet x 1/2") - Stong Magnet Strip with Adhesive Backing for DIY & Crafts - Easy to Cut and Mount on Fridges, Whiteboards & More
$5.99
Rust-Oleum 248656 Professional Grade Rubberized Undercoating Spray, 15 oz, Black
$7.97
Lubegard 19610 Instant Shudder Fix
$7.93
Auto Car Add a Circuit/Add a Fuse Mini Low Profile ATM TAP Fuse Holder Automotive
$7.55
Metra 70-1761 Radio Wiring Harness For Toyota 87-Up Power 4 Speaker
$7.11
Core Tools CT126-LS-B Black Push Button Waterproof Switch
$8.47
Metra 71-1761 87 - 94 Toyota Vehicle Harness
$11.68
EDBETOS Center Console Accessory Organizer Compatible with Toyota Tacoma 2016-2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 ABS Material Armrest Box Insert Tray (Black Trim)
$11.96
FRAM Fresh Breeze Cabin Air Filter with Arm & Hammer Baking Soda, CF10374 for Dodge/Toyota Vehicles
$12.86
Denso 5346 Spark Plug
$12.14
Goo Gone Original Liquid - 8 Ounce - Surface Safe Adhesive Remover Safely Removes Stickers Labels Decals Residue Tape Chewing Gum Grease Tar Crayon Glue
$12.88
for Compatible with Toyota Tacoma 2005-2016 Blower Motor Connector 90980-10916 6" 12ga Harness New
$12.39
Rockford Fosgate RFIF2SW Speaker Line to Female RCA Adapter
$11.99
XQSM 26 PCS Fender Flare Retainer Clips Compatible with Toyota Tacoma 2001-2004 Fender Flare Retainer Clip Replace 90904-67036 90904-67037
$7.92
To Top