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3rd Gen Magnetic Gray Thread

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Eric NJ, Oct 6, 2015.

  1. Jul 28, 2016 at 5:41 AM
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    imbushman!

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    - Revtek 427A, 3" front combo in coil / above coil spacer lift, 1.5" Rear AAL, diff drop, brake line raise, belly pan drop - Leer 100 XR w/slider removable rear window, pet screens, headliner, dome light wired directly to battery - FN f(x) Pro Wheels 17x8 Matte Gunmetal Gray w/TRD center caps (Dustin is AWESOME) - BFG KO2 275/70R17
    For all reasons! They always look good in all lighting: super bright, evening or night...here is mine with the FN version:

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  2. Jul 28, 2016 at 5:45 AM
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    Pistol Pete

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  3. Jul 30, 2016 at 1:27 AM
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    sdhendo31

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    Prerunner mid travel kit with rear bed cage.
    one of the best set-ups I've seen yet! might just go with a 16" wheel and same size tires instead of going to a 17"... Bajaxr, any particular reason you went with a 16"?
     
  4. Jul 30, 2016 at 6:01 AM
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    Raised the front 1" , 265/75/r16 Toyo MTs, Method The Standard(modified), Hypertech inline speedometer calibrator, Hid headlights and fogs, AFE cai with front scoop(in the mail)....



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  5. Jul 31, 2016 at 9:41 AM
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    Really happy with my color choice.

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  6. Jul 31, 2016 at 1:41 PM
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    HikerTrash

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    They came with the TSS package which is available in the Gulf Coast region (upgrade on the SR5). Will eventually change out the tires (currently BFG Rugged Terrain 265/65r17) for BFG All Terrain or Nitto Terra Grapplers.
     
  7. Jul 31, 2016 at 1:46 PM
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    2016 Tacoma SR

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    ToyTec Ultimate lift, FX Pro wheels, 295/70/17 Ridge Grapplers, AFE drop in filter.
    Just my 2 cents for what it's worth. Terra grapplers are pretty good, last a long time, not great in the rain. I speak from experience and stayed away from them when buying tires for my Tacoma. BFG AT or the General Grabber AT2 are bullet proof options.
     
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  8. Jul 31, 2016 at 2:11 PM
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    Just had to post her since she's clean.

    Mods are done and final.

    Sport package.

    Fox coils/shocks in front and shocks in back.
    BFGs 285/75/16. No spacers, no rubbing.
    Powdered coated 16 OEM OFs.
    Better Built back tool box.
    OEM bed mat.
    OEM rubber floor mats.
    OEM Limited grill.
    OEM mud guards. Little rubbing prior, none after slight heating and a little molding.

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  9. Jul 31, 2016 at 7:08 PM
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  10. Jul 31, 2016 at 7:25 PM
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    Just got mine Thursday night. May just leave it stock, it's so awesome as is.

    Who am I kidding? I'll probably get the TRD Pro grille when it comes out

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  11. Jul 31, 2016 at 7:28 PM
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    Interesting. Sounds better in what way ?
    Lower?
    Site says it increases horsepower but I wonder by how much. If you cdon't notice the performance I wonder.
    Video/sound please ?
     
  12. Jul 31, 2016 at 7:31 PM
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    It's definitely deeper. Unfortunately, I didn't take a before and after video though. There are some available on YouTube.
     
  13. Jul 31, 2016 at 7:32 PM
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    Lower sounds cool.
    You don't notice anything in response or performance ?
     
  14. Jul 31, 2016 at 7:42 PM
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    I only drove it around my neighborhood after the install. It did feel a little torquier (not sure if that's actually a word) off the line, but I might have just been a little excited lol.
     
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  15. Jul 31, 2016 at 7:54 PM
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    Do you think it is worth the cost ?
    Would you do it again or need a little time for comparison ?
     
  16. Jul 31, 2016 at 8:03 PM
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    $250 is a little steep, but I do like it so far. I was on the fence between the K&N drop in filter and the intake for a little while, but just said what the hell. Thinking about teaming it up with a magnaflow exhaust as well. I'll let you know more how I like it after a few days.
     
  17. Aug 1, 2016 at 7:21 AM
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    Is the grill just derped? How many coats of derp and glossifier?
     
  18. Aug 2, 2016 at 3:36 AM
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    After driving around for a day, you can definitely notice a little hp boost. The acceleration is noticeably better, and is quite a bit louder (throatier) especially at higher RPMs. I'm really liking it!
     
  19. Aug 2, 2016 at 5:38 AM
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    |275/70R17 BFG KO2's | 17" Method NV Wheels| PRO Grille | CaliRaised LED bar and Ditch pods | LED interior Lighting |PlastiDipped emblems | WeatherTech Floor mats |
    Hey man, sorry for the late response.. I'm in Europe at the moment.
    I went with 16" because my last truck had 16", because factory wheels with my SR5 were 16" wheels and I wasn't sure if going to 17 would affect my mpg's anymore than 16". Probably lame reasons but I'm happy !
    Thanks again man, appreciate it.
     
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  20. Aug 2, 2016 at 7:23 AM
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    Butt-dyno effect, nothing else. Even if it gave you 2HP (which it very likely didn't), there's no way you're going to "feel" a 0.7% power change. Extra noise for your listening pleasure - no other benefits.
     
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