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The 2.7L Single Cab Thread

Discussion in '4 Cylinder' started by BabyTaco, Jan 7, 2012.

  1. Jan 10, 2018 at 4:33 PM
    overado

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    I have gone with the standard on both sets I have bought. I put about 20k miles on the 285s and they are still going strong they have held up against everything. When I bought the first set I debated alot about the kedge grip but felt like it was an up sell to get more money from you. My 285s have I would say 60+% tread left maybe even 70% they hold up well and can take a serious beating! What size /tread pattern you considering?
     
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  2. Jan 10, 2018 at 4:37 PM
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  3. Jan 10, 2018 at 4:52 PM
    overado

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    The Massachusetts reg cabs are going up!
     
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  4. Jan 10, 2018 at 4:58 PM
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  5. Jan 10, 2018 at 5:06 PM
    overado

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    It's a bit slow but after a couple days I'm used to it...just gotta get into the higher rpms to get going...I can't wait for the 4.88s to bring some life back to the truck!
     
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  6. Jan 11, 2018 at 2:54 AM
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  7. Jan 11, 2018 at 3:05 AM
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  8. Jan 11, 2018 at 8:31 AM
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    I have a Reg cab 4x4 2011 auto with a topper, and I am close to Picking up a TW200 which is like 290 pounds wet. Will the stock springs be able to handle that on a 90 pound hitch carrier? I don't have the space for a trailer so that is my only option, and I am not taking off my topper.
     
  9. Jan 11, 2018 at 9:02 AM
    Toyko Joe

    Toyko Joe Here for the pictures

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    your truck if it has a Class III, IV, or V 2" hitch should be able to carry the capacity. Your leafs may need some thing to be desired but if it is only every other weekend if it sags a little in the rear then who cares but you could always consider an "add a leaf kit" for long term solution.
     
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  10. Jan 11, 2018 at 2:03 PM
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    This thread makes me want to build my RC.... i just wish it was 4wd! :frusty:

     

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  11. Jan 11, 2018 at 2:05 PM
    foxrcing07

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    just follow @05Taco4x4 lead and convert it:boink:
     
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  12. Jan 11, 2018 at 7:44 PM
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    Well, it's a sad day for me. Sold my truck for $16k today. I'm bummed about it, but have to put my family first. The gf said she'll go in on a new truck with me in a couple if years. Hopefully the 3rd gen grille will get a makeover by then.

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  13. Jan 11, 2018 at 8:06 PM
    PintSize

    PintSize Crossthreaded & torqued down

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    I feel your pain. :bananadead::bananadead::bananadead:

    Have a cold one! :cookiemonster:
     
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  14. Jan 11, 2018 at 8:07 PM
    PintSize

    PintSize Crossthreaded & torqued down

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    Nice rig man. I run the same rims on my taco.
     
  15. Jan 11, 2018 at 8:13 PM
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    Didn't think the tw was 290lb. I have an 01 and that little sucker is fun to ride. Now my Drz 400 was every bit of 290lbs until I started lightening it up. As previously mentioned if you have a class 3 frame hitch you'll be fine.
     
  16. Jan 11, 2018 at 10:25 PM
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    Just picked up my 2014 Reg. Cab 4X4 Auto last week w/ 23K miles. Always wanted a regular cab Tacoma. This thread is awesome. Getting lots of ideas here’s how she looks stock. Tint and maybe wheels coming soon.

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  17. Jan 11, 2018 at 10:36 PM
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    Nice! I miss mine already. You got the last year of production.
     
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  18. Jan 11, 2018 at 10:57 PM
    Waka

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    Ah bummer. Ya I wasn’t sure if it was 14 or 15 when they stopped. I wonder if they will ever bring it back in production?!
     
  19. Jan 12, 2018 at 1:16 AM
    tacoburrito

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    Can’t believe ya sold her. What are you going to drive now?
     
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  20. Jan 12, 2018 at 6:35 AM
    vrod671

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    For the meantime and in between time, it'll be a 2015 Corolla S with 19k miles on the odo. I managed to get a killer deal and still walk away with cash to put towards bills and a decent amount into the bike.

    I'll be back in a Tacoma before you know it.
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