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What Have You Done To Your 2nd Gen Tacoma Today?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by kwalton, Feb 2, 2008.

  1. Nov 28, 2017 at 9:20 AM
    wade9986

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    Same here. I thought the cable was going to come out of the lower valence but it doesn’t. It comes out of the bottom part of the bumper just below the radiator opening. I’ll post some pics and tag you in them when it’s complete.
     
  2. Nov 28, 2017 at 9:36 AM
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    Added a NASA worm sticker my buddy cut for me.

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  3. Nov 28, 2017 at 9:46 AM
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  4. Nov 28, 2017 at 10:26 AM
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    Saw this and went over to that thread. What about these tweeters you have. Do thy mount right in or are they tricky. I know the 3rd gen have a direct replacement but didn't see much on our 2nd gen.
     
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  5. Nov 28, 2017 at 10:39 AM
    dziner

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    The 2nd gen is not a direct bolt in tweeter like the 3rd gen. But, ********* makes mounting plates for replacing the tweeter in the 2nd gen. You will need to find the cutout diameter for the tweeter to order the correct mounting plate from *********.

    ********* Tweeter Adapter

    ********* asks for a tweeter diameter as a decimal. So, for the Infinity Reference REF-275tx, the details say this is 1 5/8" which equals 1.625" for the ********* adapter. ********* also provided a wiring harness for the tweeter. For the 2nd gens, the lower door speaker is powered through the tweeter. The wiring harness allows you to continue the signal to the lower door speaker and attach the tweeter without splicing into the wiring.

    They have lots of great videos on the installation process to.
     
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  6. Nov 28, 2017 at 10:52 AM
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    oh good. thanks sir. If i do it (which would be soon) i would get the same ones as you.. I liked them all matching like in your picture. So i get the speakers from that thread and then the tweeter we need(same brand). Plus, adapters and wire kit from TT and i'll be good to go. Nice and thanks again
     
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  7. Nov 28, 2017 at 11:00 AM
    dziner

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    I also ordered Noico 80mil sound dampening. Figured I may as well do that as well while I have the doors pulled apart (don't forget a roller to apply the stuff).
     
  8. Nov 28, 2017 at 11:32 AM
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    ...and a blow dryer / heat gun!

    I however and holding off on the sound deadening for now. I want to be able to compare the Infinity setup with and without it, so I'll be doing it later.
     
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  9. Nov 28, 2017 at 11:46 AM
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    Time to start checking for tracking updates every couple hours :pccoffee:
     
  10. Nov 28, 2017 at 11:51 AM
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    What wheels did you order? Mine should be arriving by Thursday (Level 8 Tracker Pros 16x8.5).
     
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  11. Nov 28, 2017 at 12:03 PM
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    Same ones I have now, just sized up... Pro Comp La Paz series 29 Black w/machined lip in a 17x8.5. Got a pretty decent deal on them thru 4 Wheel Parts over the weekend, $131/ea with free shipping
     
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  12. Nov 28, 2017 at 12:05 PM
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    That's an awesome deal!
     
  13. Nov 28, 2017 at 12:07 PM
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    I know... Wasn’t originally planning on upgrading sizes until at least spring but some deals are just too good to pass up :thumbsup:

    Now if only I knew of a good deal on new Ridge Grapplers in a 285/70r17...
     
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  14. Nov 28, 2017 at 12:27 PM
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    As much as I can til' my wife blocks my Amazon account...
    I’ve got the same divider and heated/bent one side to make room for holster and :quickdraw:


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  15. Nov 28, 2017 at 12:41 PM
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    *Cracks knuckles* Where do I begin?
    Aaaaaaaaannnnd now I'm going to do that.

    What did you use to heat the plastic? Any tips you have or is straight forward?
     
  16. Nov 28, 2017 at 12:48 PM
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    As much as I can til' my wife blocks my Amazon account...
    Measure twice..sandwiched between two pieces of wood in a vise and heated with heat gun and bent to form. pretty easy.
     
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    Little of this and a little of that
    Working towards a little something
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  18. Nov 28, 2017 at 2:18 PM
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    Those are sexy:drool:
     
  19. Nov 28, 2017 at 2:20 PM
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    Thanks!!!:cheers:
     
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  20. Nov 28, 2017 at 2:24 PM
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    When are they going on?
     
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