What have you done to your Tacoma today? 1st Gen Edition

I have a 2015 so I spend most of my time on the 2nd Gen page but I know you all will have valuable input. I really like the looks and performance of Gen 1, so.........
I have an opportunity to buy a stock (no mods), pretty decent shape, 2003 TRD Off Road, 4 door, with about 165,000 miles. Regular mtce has been performed. I can get it for $10,000 but I know it needs tires and suspension. The rear bumper will need to be replaced soon also as well as the radio/media system (optional). All these things to be replaced is fine as I would want to get it to my liking. My question: Is $10k a reasonable price? Thank you for any feedback.

 

I use these: http://www.ebay.com/itm/28195715667...38.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&rmvSB=true

Super bright. I've had them for over a year. They are big at 5''...but they are great.

 

Cool... I've heard great things about them.

 

That's about what it is in California. I saw a 02 prerunner at the dealer with 235,000+ for 10k.

 

10 is a bit high, but in CO I'm thinking that's probably about right.

 

Thanks. Do you have a pic of them installed?

 

paid 8500.00 out the door .Just added the shell.

 

Your ditch lights look great too

 

I was talking 98-00 to 01-04 but damn you're right, forgot about those..

But thanks

 

Thanks..

 

I went with rago brackets and Amazon cheapies. I work in richmond, ca. I'm surprised no ones tryd to steal them. 30 bucks on Amazon, bright as hell..

 

Got my (many-years-old) Badlands Bumper back from Portland Powdercoating and onto the truck. Looks like new. Chicken for scale.

 

Replacing the outer tie rods.
Replacing the steering rack:
Press on brakes, truck turns right, I automatically correct, the rack shifts back to normal, I have to auto correct again. Shit happens in less than a second = instant pucker factor with lift and tires and not so great brakes...

 

I've always just gone with the Toyota atf from the dealership

 

You have a part # I can use to get online?

 

If the water pump, timing belt and such are current that’s a fair price. I paid $8k for my ‘02 in MS. Check the frame for rust...valve covers for leaks, and O2’s.
Good luck

@The Bob check the recalled LBJ’s to.

 

Start with 7500 and go from there. Check for rust, god thats like #1 on the 10 toyota commandments.

 

This thread works for me every time and he'll order it for you and ship it.
https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/gunny-is-back.476544/unread

 

I wouldnt say vibes. But the 4wd shifter moves like crazy on the highway. Im sure its time

 

Ohhh I see... I think only the Limited have chrome handles.. and chrome mirrors