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How much ($) into your 1st gen from start to finish

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by vettehigh, Jan 9, 2018.

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  1. Jan 9, 2018 at 8:33 PM
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    I guess that when doing a restoration project, you shouldn't count or else you will become discouraged and give up?

    How much $$ in my truck? First, I got it for cheap (crappy brakes, as the LSPV had quit working. Then surface rust covered frame - owner must have thought his frame was bad, when it isn't at all. It is 100% rock solid everywhere. Truck was unnecessarily destined for junkyard and I saved it). Body 100% good too.

    I've done lots of tune-ups, mods and things to it that would be costing in the thousand of dollars, for sure.
    But it didn't cost me at all, as I did all the fab and work myself. All it did cost me is time.
    If I would have paid for having it done, it would have been extremely expensive
    it's not a tacoma anymore, it's an indestructaco!!

    The final amount will depend on how much for a new paint job (paint needs a refresh....). So I'm currently shopping around...
     
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  2. Jan 10, 2018 at 5:54 PM
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    BFG AT KO2 265/75r16 - $915
    Line-X - $515
    BakFlip G2 - $880
    Tint - $100
    New Deck - $200
    Bug Shield & Rain Guards - $140
    Sliders - $500
    3 pc Skid Plates - $800

    Total Thus Far - $4781

    Up Next:
    Icon Stage 1 - $1500
    Camburg UCAs - $670
    Wheeler’s 8 Leaf Pack w/ hardware - $750
    Replacement DriveShaft Support Bearing - $200

    Total - $3120

    Dayum. Getting up there. And I’m still in Novice mode.
     
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  3. Jan 11, 2018 at 1:30 AM
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    It all depends do you count labor or just parts??

    With Labor $35,000.00 plus !!

    Then it is a on going thing
     
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  4. Jan 11, 2018 at 3:57 PM
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    Labour haha. At my hourly rate at work or shop time? Either way, double or triple my number. Never really thought about it
     
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  5. Jan 11, 2018 at 6:57 PM
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    Man, I feel so much better about what I've spent..need to show the wife this, I need more mods.thanks guys..lol
     
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  6. Jan 11, 2018 at 6:58 PM
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    dents and missing bits Gravel garage, hillbilly trained mechanic…
    Somewhere just north of $12K after this latest bunch of work I bet.
     
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  7. Jan 11, 2018 at 6:58 PM
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    And yet, as much as I love this truck (and I do love it. More than I ought to haha) I would leave it stock if I did it over.
     
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  8. Jan 11, 2018 at 7:04 PM
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    A few.
    There’s an end???

    I’d guess I’m north of 10k just in mods and accessories. Not to mention the M416 trailer I just got got to outfit as an expo trailer.
     
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  9. Jan 11, 2018 at 7:05 PM
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    I've just done lil things. 5100's all the way around.trade for some rims.bought another set of stock rims. Got a set of new tires.and a shell from here for 200 bucks.tune up,oil change. Still need to do fuel filter and diff fluid.installed ditch lights and tailgate reinforcement plate. I'm at 11k with 8500.00 for the truck it's self. Oh, sliders from cmc.127.00
     
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  10. Jan 12, 2018 at 5:17 PM
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    ome 886 springs-shocks suspension, bfg’s 285’s. Camburg uca
    I’ve done a lot to mine.

    Purchase price $5,000. Painted hood and roof due to clear coat

    4-15-16

    195,800

    Timing belt
    Water pump
    Thermostat
    Valve cover gasket
    Spark plugs
    Drive belts
    Fan clutch
    New radiator and hoses
    Carrier bearing
    Oem Fuel filter
    New bilstein shocks
    Energy suspension bushings whole front end
    White line bushings
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    Lubrication engineers fluids oil, gear oil
    Currently has 246k and runs like a champ
    Love this truck. It’s my daily. Probably has about 10k in it. I do all my own mechanic work beside the paint.
     
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  11. Jan 12, 2018 at 6:25 PM
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    V6 5sp,RegCab,TRD Supercharger, 1.9” pulley, methanol injected Haltech ECU, AC TRD supercharger,(MUST DO) TRD supercharger ported, every 125,000- 150,000 needs rebuild Projector headlights HID 5 speed manual Amsoil for all drive train Smaller 2” pulley, (MUST DO) 2004 DESNO fuel injectors, zero ping ping, 2004 side door mirrors Dick Cepek Rims, Michelin tires LTX, ( that last 100,000 miles) Now running Dynopro ATM mud and snow tires KN cold air intake Cat back exhaust with ss exhaust tip, Raised exhaust tail pipe to 2" below body line Optima*dry cell battery,red top Alpine sirius radio, 200 watt amp, focal is165 split door pod speakers Focal door speakers Subwoffer behind seat Viper alarm, Electric Locks Dark tinted windows, bucket seats corbeau lg1 Tacoma Rubber floor mats TRD fender extenders, Bilstien shocks, King shocks nerf bars, add a leaf for rear springs trailer iv hitch, electric brake control, Drilled slotted brakes, High carbon steel (MUST DO) EBS green stuff 7000 series pads(MUST DO) TRD engine oil cap TRD stick shift, Marlin crawl shift kit. Rear sliding window 2002 4Runner functional hood scoop cut into Tacoma hood, 4Runner dual overhead map light Gentex Auto dim + Compass + Temp, garage,rearview mirror Snow Methonal kit stage 2 Custom 3 core aluminum radiator Linex bed liner Haltech stand alone ECU, Intake supercharger gauge. Stainless steel brake lines, Custom leather wrapped steering wheel,
    At 480,000 miles and 20 years later after buying it new I had to make a choice because of a blowen head gasket to keep the truck or buy a new truck, I decided to keep the truck and to get it back to being close to perfect as possible.
    She's clean as a whistle now with 551,000 miles
    I dumped 8,000 into it this last 2 years
    Now it's good for another 500,000 miles and paid for

    New engine,clutch timing belt, water pump etc 2750
    New seats. 1000
    Methonal kit. 500
    New tires. 800
    bed X-liner 500
    New steering rack. 1200
    Hood scoop conversion 300
    Radiator. 100
    Power steering pump. 125
    Misc part and add on 100
    Fan clutch and fan. 125
    Cadillac Horns. 100
    Rebuilt supercharger 1000
    2004 Mirrors. 100
    Dents removed, paint buffed. 200
    Ball joints. 150
    HID lights. 100
    Trd skid plate. 125
    Trd battery bracket. 75
    Hood struts. 100
    It's an on going thing also and that's ok with me.

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  12. Jan 12, 2018 at 7:37 PM
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    Everytime i see you post with your truck, it makes me feel that much better due to mine being in Tennessee with only 125k on it. lol
     
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  13. Feb 7, 2018 at 6:06 AM
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    Well, I just finished everything that needed replaced and/or refreshed. The below list is what I just had done the past 4+ weeks. I sit at a grand total of $8800 (truck included) as I type (DMV fees included in my total costs too). I have this feeling that I have to much $$$$ into this Tacoma now.....Should I be feeling this way?

    OEM VALVE COVER GASKETS (2) 11213-62020 *01/2018
    OEM SPARK PLUG GROMMETS (6) 11193-70010 *01/2018
    OEM VALVE COVER BOLT SEALS (16) 90210-05007 *01/2018
    OEM CAMSHAFT PLUGS (2) 11188-62010 *01/2018
    TOYOTA FIPG (1)
    $13 00295-00103 Formed-in-Place Oil Pan Gasket - 3 oz. Tube
    00295-00103 *01/2018
    OEM ALUMINUM HALF MOONS (4) 11183-62010 *01/2018
    OEM PLENUM GASKETS (2)
    $16 17176-62040 TOYOTA Genuine Air Surge Tank to Intake Manifold Gasket
    17176-62040 *01/2018
    OEM CAMSHAFT SEALS (2) 90311-38051 *01/2018
    OEM TOYOTA FRONT BRAKE DISCS (2) 43512-04020 *01/2018
    ADVICS AD0799 FRONT BRAKE PADS (FRONT SET) *01/2018
    TRANSFER CASE FLUID CHANGED (AMSOIL SEVERE GEAR
    $30 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Lube - 1 Quart (Pack of 2)
    75W-90) AT 206K *01/2018
    FRONT/REAR DIFF FLUID CHANGED (AMSOIL SEVERE GEAR 75W-90) AT 206k *01/2018
    OEM TRANSMISSION FILTER 35330-22010 & TOYOTA ATF T-IV FLUID AT 206K *01/2018
    OEM OUTER TIE RODS (L/R) 45047-39175 /
    $68 45046-39295 Toyota Tie Rod End - 45046-39295
    45046-39295 – NUT HEX (2) 90170-20003 *02/2018
    WHEEL ALIGNMENT *02/2018
     
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  14. Feb 7, 2018 at 6:23 AM
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    are you happy to drive around with your truck? If yes, that's the most important
    If you are afraid to drive it for fear of damaging it or putting some wear on it or the components, after all you invested into it, that is not good. Where is the fun, joy or pride of owning it now?

    Anyway, don't have regrets. You can't change the past. Don't look back on it, look forward instead!
     
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  15. Feb 7, 2018 at 6:32 AM
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    V6 5sp,RegCab,TRD Supercharger, 1.9” pulley, methanol injected Haltech ECU, AC TRD supercharger,(MUST DO) TRD supercharger ported, every 125,000- 150,000 needs rebuild Projector headlights HID 5 speed manual Amsoil for all drive train Smaller 2” pulley, (MUST DO) 2004 DESNO fuel injectors, zero ping ping, 2004 side door mirrors Dick Cepek Rims, Michelin tires LTX, ( that last 100,000 miles) Now running Dynopro ATM mud and snow tires KN cold air intake Cat back exhaust with ss exhaust tip, Raised exhaust tail pipe to 2" below body line Optima*dry cell battery,red top Alpine sirius radio, 200 watt amp, focal is165 split door pod speakers Focal door speakers Subwoffer behind seat Viper alarm, Electric Locks Dark tinted windows, bucket seats corbeau lg1 Tacoma Rubber floor mats TRD fender extenders, Bilstien shocks, King shocks nerf bars, add a leaf for rear springs trailer iv hitch, electric brake control, Drilled slotted brakes, High carbon steel (MUST DO) EBS green stuff 7000 series pads(MUST DO) TRD engine oil cap TRD stick shift, Marlin crawl shift kit. Rear sliding window 2002 4Runner functional hood scoop cut into Tacoma hood, 4Runner dual overhead map light Gentex Auto dim + Compass + Temp, garage,rearview mirror Snow Methonal kit stage 2 Custom 3 core aluminum radiator Linex bed liner Haltech stand alone ECU, Intake supercharger gauge. Stainless steel brake lines, Custom leather wrapped steering wheel,
    Your truck will last 500,000 miles plus but there are things that have to be done to it. Or You Can buy a new truck will cost you 30-40 grand and will loose 5 grand in value in the first year and keep going down in value along with taxes of 1000 a year plus insurance of 150 a month depending where u live. Do you want all of that and truck payment of 500-600 amonth??? Or a truck that's probably paid for.?
    You have to be happy with your truck and drive it!!
    It's obvious I love to drive my truck and see the world,
    Get a good set of seats for the ride:) and get out there and explore.
    Don't worry about how many miles u drive because these trucks will get you there and back
     
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  16. Feb 7, 2018 at 6:41 AM
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    I always and I mean always keep up with everything that I have owned...almost to a fault (OEM or better only). I believe that I have done everything to my new Tacoma that was called for. My list is very long too. Do you think I missed anything?

    OEM AISIN TIMING BELT/WATER PUMP KIT AT 195K
    NEW GENERAL GRABBER AT2 TIRES (4) LT31X10.5R15 *SUMMER 2017
    OEM SWAY BAR LINKS 48820-35021 (L/R) *11/2017
    OEM BUSHINGS 90948-01002(4), RETAINERS 90948-02069(4), NUTS (4) *11/2017
    POWER STEERING FLUID FLUSHED (DEX/MERC) *11/2017
    BRAKE FLUID FLUSHED (TOYOTA DOT 3) *11/2017
    OIL CHANGED (ROYAL PURPLE 5W30 + ROYAL PURPLE OIL FILTER) *11/2017
    OIL DRAIN PLUG 90341-12012 + GASKET
    $9 90430-12031 Genuine Toyota - Oil Drain Plug Gaskets (QTY10)
    90430-12031 *11/2017
    DENSO RADIATOR (
    $158 DENSO 2213138 Denso 221-3138 Radiator
    DENSO 2213138) OEM #16410-0C042 *11/2017
    OEM RADIATOR CAP
    $25 16401-0C010 Toyota Radiator Cap - 16401-0C010
    16401-0C010 *11/2017
    OEM RADIATOR UPPER & LOWER HOSES
    $27 16571-62070 Radiator Coolant Hose
    16571-62070 / 16572-07040 *11/2017
    OEM RADIATOR CLAMPS (4) 90467-37005 *11/2017
    OEM RESERVOIR HOSES (#1 AND #2) 16472-0C010 / 16472-0C021 *11/2017
    OEM RESERVOIR HOSE #2 CLIPS (2) 90069-19014 *11/2017
    OEM HOSE RESERVE TANK 16472-0C030 *11/2017
    OEM RESERVE CAP ASSEMBLY 16405-0C010 *11/2017
    OEM THERMOSTAT
    $29 90916-03075 Thermostat
    90916-03075 *11/2017
    OEM WATER INLET GASKET 16325-62010 (? LAST 5#’s 0T030) *11/2017
    OEM WATER OUTLET GASKET 16341-62040 *11/2017
    TOYOTA COOLANT + DISTILLED WATER *11/2017
    OEM NGK NICKEL SPARK PLUGS (
    $6 BKR5EKB-11 NGK Spark Plug Stock # 3967
    BKR5EKB-11) (6) *11/2017
    $45 NGK 4412 Tailor Magnetic Core Wires
    NGK 4412 (TE66) SPARK PLUG WIRE SET *11/2017
    OEM PCV VALVE
    $16 12204-62010 PCV Valve Sub-Assembly
    12204-62010 *11/2017
    OEM PCV HOSE 12261-62041 *11/2017
    OEM PCV GROMMET 90480-18001 *11/2017
    LLOYD (F/R) MATS NORTHRIDGE RUBBER FLOOR MATS – CUSTOM CUT *11/2017
    OEM INNER FENDER CLIPS 90467-10173 *11/2017
    KROWN UNDERCOATING *11/2017
    NEW INTERSTATE MEGA-TRON PLUS MTP-24F BATTERY *12/2017
    OEM SHIFTER BUSHINGS (2) 33501G *12/2017
    BILSTEIN 4600 REAR SHOCKS (RIGHT 24-184977 / LEFT 24-184960) (BOLTS/WASHERS) *01/2018
    OEM SHOCK BOLTS/WASHERS (91619-G1220 BOLT W/WASHER (4) 90948-03020 WASHER (4) 90948-03011 (4)
    PHILIPS H6054LL LONGER LIFE HEADLAMPS (2) *01/2018
    OEM VALVE COVER GASKETS (2) 11213-62020 *01/2018
    OEM SPARK PLUG GROMMETS (6) 11193-70010 *01/2018
    OEM VALVE COVER BOLT SEALS (16) 90210-05007 *01/2018
    OEM CAMSHAFT PLUGS (2) 11188-62010 *01/2018
    TOYOTA FIPG (1)
    $13 00295-00103 Formed-in-Place Oil Pan Gasket - 3 oz. Tube
    00295-00103 *01/2018
    OEM ALUMINUM HALF MOONS (4) 11183-62010 *01/2018
    OEM PLENUM GASKETS (2)
    $16 17176-62040 TOYOTA Genuine Air Surge Tank to Intake Manifold Gasket
    17176-62040 *01/2018
    OEM CAMSHAFT SEALS (2) 90311-38051 *01/2018
    OEM TOYOTA FRONT BRAKE DISCS (2) 43512-04020 *01/2018
    ADVICS AD0799 FRONT BRAKE PADS (FRONT SET) *01/2018
    TRANSFER CASE FLUID CHANGED (AMSOIL SEVERE GEAR
    $30 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Lube - 1 Quart (Pack of 2)
    75W-90) AT 206K *01/2018
    FRONT/REAR DIFF FLUID CHANGED (AMSOIL SEVERE GEAR 75W-90) AT 206k *01/2018
    OEM TRANSMISSION FILTER 35330-22010 & TOYOTA ATF T-IV FLUID AT 206K *01/2018
    OEM OUTER TIE RODS (L/R) 45047-39175 /
    $68 45046-39295 Toyota Tie Rod End - 45046-39295
    45046-39295 – NUT HEX (2) 90170-20003 *02/2018
    WHEEL ALIGNMENT *02/2018
     
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  17. Feb 7, 2018 at 6:48 AM
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    V6 5sp,RegCab,TRD Supercharger, 1.9” pulley, methanol injected Haltech ECU, AC TRD supercharger,(MUST DO) TRD supercharger ported, every 125,000- 150,000 needs rebuild Projector headlights HID 5 speed manual Amsoil for all drive train Smaller 2” pulley, (MUST DO) 2004 DESNO fuel injectors, zero ping ping, 2004 side door mirrors Dick Cepek Rims, Michelin tires LTX, ( that last 100,000 miles) Now running Dynopro ATM mud and snow tires KN cold air intake Cat back exhaust with ss exhaust tip, Raised exhaust tail pipe to 2" below body line Optima*dry cell battery,red top Alpine sirius radio, 200 watt amp, focal is165 split door pod speakers Focal door speakers Subwoffer behind seat Viper alarm, Electric Locks Dark tinted windows, bucket seats corbeau lg1 Tacoma Rubber floor mats TRD fender extenders, Bilstien shocks, King shocks nerf bars, add a leaf for rear springs trailer iv hitch, electric brake control, Drilled slotted brakes, High carbon steel (MUST DO) EBS green stuff 7000 series pads(MUST DO) TRD engine oil cap TRD stick shift, Marlin crawl shift kit. Rear sliding window 2002 4Runner functional hood scoop cut into Tacoma hood, 4Runner dual overhead map light Gentex Auto dim + Compass + Temp, garage,rearview mirror Snow Methonal kit stage 2 Custom 3 core aluminum radiator Linex bed liner Haltech stand alone ECU, Intake supercharger gauge. Stainless steel brake lines, Custom leather wrapped steering wheel,
    Looks great, if something breaks you fix it if you hear a strange noise you address it,
    Lower ball joints I replace every 100,000 because if one goes out you can loose everything
    I would replace lower ball joints every 100k regardless!!!
     
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  18. Feb 7, 2018 at 6:49 AM
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    zbadboy

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    zbadboy Well-Known Member

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    $500 a month in car payments equals $6000 a year in mods if you have the thing paid off!:dancingbacon:
     
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  19. Feb 7, 2018 at 6:53 AM
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    Just checked LBJ's last week, they are very tight. I guess my only worries are the auto tranny - front/rear diffs - transfer case. I have no idea how long those last with being very well kept. Worries because of the possible expense, even though I get parts cheaper than most
     
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  20. Feb 7, 2018 at 6:56 AM
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    97 reg cab, v6 5sp 300hp supercharged, Methonal Injection, 750,001 plus miles, Original Owner
    V6 5sp,RegCab,TRD Supercharger, 1.9” pulley, methanol injected Haltech ECU, AC TRD supercharger,(MUST DO) TRD supercharger ported, every 125,000- 150,000 needs rebuild Projector headlights HID 5 speed manual Amsoil for all drive train Smaller 2” pulley, (MUST DO) 2004 DESNO fuel injectors, zero ping ping, 2004 side door mirrors Dick Cepek Rims, Michelin tires LTX, ( that last 100,000 miles) Now running Dynopro ATM mud and snow tires KN cold air intake Cat back exhaust with ss exhaust tip, Raised exhaust tail pipe to 2" below body line Optima*dry cell battery,red top Alpine sirius radio, 200 watt amp, focal is165 split door pod speakers Focal door speakers Subwoffer behind seat Viper alarm, Electric Locks Dark tinted windows, bucket seats corbeau lg1 Tacoma Rubber floor mats TRD fender extenders, Bilstien shocks, King shocks nerf bars, add a leaf for rear springs trailer iv hitch, electric brake control, Drilled slotted brakes, High carbon steel (MUST DO) EBS green stuff 7000 series pads(MUST DO) TRD engine oil cap TRD stick shift, Marlin crawl shift kit. Rear sliding window 2002 4Runner functional hood scoop cut into Tacoma hood, 4Runner dual overhead map light Gentex Auto dim + Compass + Temp, garage,rearview mirror Snow Methonal kit stage 2 Custom 3 core aluminum radiator Linex bed liner Haltech stand alone ECU, Intake supercharger gauge. Stainless steel brake lines, Custom leather wrapped steering wheel,
    Well I have 553,000 miles on my 5sp transmission, on my diffs and on my transfer case, all original no rebuilt !!!! AND ALL SUPERCHARGED MILES!!!!
    You can worry about it if you want but I wouldn't!!!
    :rofl:
     
    1997tacomav6, Feb 7, 2018
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