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My first TACOMA 2017 OffRoad

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Skyknight, Jan 24, 2017.

  1. Jan 24, 2017 at 6:34 PM
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    Skyknight

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    I recently purchased a new 2017 Toyota Tacoma last December and I'm loving every minute of it, minus the lack to power but that's whatever, I live in Hawaii so I have to complain about something. Ill be posting update pictures and asking for advice on what to do first.
    I have a priority list: (I have a few things already picked out from looking online)
    1. Suspension (Icon stage ??) Not really sure what to get
    2. Tires and Wheels(KO2s, Method NV Black)
    3. Front and rear hi clearance overland front and rear bumpers
    4. roof rack
    5. Don't really care for rock-silders (I'm in Hawaii, no real off roading)
    6.Lights
    7. Whatever looks cool

    I mean if you have any suggestions for things to get or what not to get please add them below (price isn't really a factor, because this is a long term build (like 2 years)
    I really need help on the suspension part because obviously that's the most important in my mind, but I was thinking a ICON Stage 7 lift kit.
     
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  2. Jan 24, 2017 at 6:37 PM
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    Skyknight

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    This is what I have done to her so far, Blacked out grille, and smoked out headlamps and taillights, also blacked out the badges and took off the V6 tailgate badge.
     
  3. Jan 24, 2017 at 6:42 PM
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    Skyknight

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  4. Jan 24, 2017 at 6:48 PM
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    Riding Dirty

    Riding Dirty Sinner; saved by grace

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    Nice truck, and welcome! Can't give any suggestions, I'm all stock and will be for a while yet, lol.
     
  5. Jan 24, 2017 at 7:28 PM
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    TigerTaco225

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    Black out those decals too
     
  6. Jan 25, 2017 at 1:51 AM
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    kerrdog

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    If your not into off roading why do all that.
     
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  7. Jan 25, 2017 at 2:47 AM
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    Outlier

    Outlier I get around...

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    No BRO-ness to speak of... Well, except Kbro2's
    ^^^^^^ this
     
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  8. Jan 25, 2017 at 3:25 AM
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    Congrats and Welcome to TW :hattip:
     
  9. Jan 25, 2017 at 5:01 AM
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    JoeCOVA

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    Here is my list of recommendations, I have some of these! :)

    1. OME BP-51
    2. BFG KM2 or GoodYear MTR
    3. I have SSO but I also like Pelfreybilt
    4. Prinsu Design Roof Rack
    5. Mobtown Offroad Rock Sliders, you should get them anyway because they are multipurpose, door dings, steps, etc
    6. KC
    7. Aluminum skids (you dont need steel)
     
  10. Jan 25, 2017 at 9:54 AM
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    Welcome and congrats on your new truck OP. I've had mine for two weeks and loving it too. BTW, where in Hawaii are you located? Pics look like the Phoenix area. I've lived in both places.
     
  11. Jan 25, 2017 at 10:22 AM
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    Congrats! :thumbsup:
     
  12. Jan 25, 2017 at 10:29 AM
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    mict450 got heel toe?

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    Howdy! Welcome to the campfire.
     
  13. Jan 25, 2017 at 11:42 AM
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    What are you trying to do with your truck that it can't do now? Is this just strictly for looks, backroad camping, starbucks curb climbing?

    Your truck and your money.
     
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  14. Jan 25, 2017 at 11:44 AM
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    Welcome to TW, if you really want more power, TRD does sell a supercharger....
     
  15. Jan 25, 2017 at 11:45 AM
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    Not for the third gens.
     
  16. Jan 25, 2017 at 11:49 AM
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    Really???? Thats a shame.
     
  17. Jan 25, 2017 at 2:30 PM
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    Skyknight, how did you black out your headlight?

    I have a black off road also. I suggest maybe adding Clazzio leather (partial install pix below)? I just did it in mine and I'm loving it.

    2017-01-23 16.13.47.jpg
     
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  18. Jan 25, 2017 at 3:01 PM
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    I'm eventually going to move to the mainland and in Hawaii there's no true off roading like the states, so this is just like a getting ready type build
     
  19. Jan 25, 2017 at 3:02 PM
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    Skyknight

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    Is that just a cover or did you have it done at a shop?
     
  20. Jan 25, 2017 at 3:11 PM
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    Das me...
     

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