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Austin Area TW Chapter (all gens welcome, even T4Rs; heck, just make it a Toyota and we're good)

Discussion in 'Texas' started by CaptAmerica, Jan 18, 2016.

  1. Mar 28, 2018 at 7:13 AM
    Roll Tide

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    Head unit. That's it.


    Scam.
     
  2. Mar 28, 2018 at 7:14 AM
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    Im going to post up pics of the frame and locking diff. So far going to go look at it this weekend. Your input would be appreciated.
     
  3. Mar 28, 2018 at 7:15 AM
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    Hows that?
     
  4. Mar 28, 2018 at 7:16 AM
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    A bunch a cool stickers, a bada ass MetalMiller Tx Longhorns grill emblem painted Hemi Orange, JBA long tube headers with o2 sims, Diff breather mod, Red LED interior lights, Fancy head unit that plays ipod n movies, Also DIY install factory stuff like, factory cruise control, factory intermittent wipers, OME nitro struts with 886x springs and toy tec top plate, JBA high caster UCA's for better alignmnet and dey beefier too, Old Man Emu Dakar leaf springs in da rear with the gear, U bolt flipper, Ivan Stewart TRD rims with 33" K Bro 2's, some bad ass weather tech floor liners so I don't muck up my interior, an ATO shackle flipper for mo travel in da rear wit the gear, also super shiny Fox 2.0 shocks back there too, all sorts of steal armor for bouncing off of the rocks like demello sliders, AP front skid, trans skid, n transfer skid, demello gas tank skid, and a tough as nails ARB bumper with warn 8k winch, I'm sure there's more
    You got my number, call or text as needed. I'll be busy doing house work.
     
  5. Mar 28, 2018 at 7:16 AM
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    You never said what year Tacoma you are looking at?
     
  6. Mar 28, 2018 at 7:16 AM
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    Head unit. That's it.

    Well, he either doesnt know shit about Tacomas, or he is bald face lying to you. Either way, I'd find another truck to buy.
     
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  7. Mar 28, 2018 at 7:18 AM
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    Not sure why he'd have to remove a switch inside the cab because of an engine replacement....

    Also, replacing the switch doesnt make the locker come on at any time ( I dont think....) On the 96-04 you have to do the "Gray Wire Mod" (super easy and simple). Maybe the 2nd Gens are different....
     
  8. Mar 28, 2018 at 7:19 AM
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    Thank you for the down and dirty @pixelsailor . Once I get the orange crap off of the truck and it is cleaned up, I'll post up a recent picture. @Texoma I've been looking at those Kings but those are quite the shiny penny.
     
  9. Mar 28, 2018 at 7:23 AM
    Mrguitarguy01

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    Sent! Thank you
    2001
     
  10. Mar 28, 2018 at 7:23 AM
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    A bunch a cool stickers, a bada ass MetalMiller Tx Longhorns grill emblem painted Hemi Orange, JBA long tube headers with o2 sims, Diff breather mod, Red LED interior lights, Fancy head unit that plays ipod n movies, Also DIY install factory stuff like, factory cruise control, factory intermittent wipers, OME nitro struts with 886x springs and toy tec top plate, JBA high caster UCA's for better alignmnet and dey beefier too, Old Man Emu Dakar leaf springs in da rear with the gear, U bolt flipper, Ivan Stewart TRD rims with 33" K Bro 2's, some bad ass weather tech floor liners so I don't muck up my interior, an ATO shackle flipper for mo travel in da rear wit the gear, also super shiny Fox 2.0 shocks back there too, all sorts of steal armor for bouncing off of the rocks like demello sliders, AP front skid, trans skid, n transfer skid, demello gas tank skid, and a tough as nails ARB bumper with warn 8k winch, I'm sure there's more
    They absolutely are quite the shiny penny, but if you take the Coca-Cola challenge, you'll see the difference with them compared to others. Plus, you may not necessarily need adjusters or even reservoirs for your use, so that will save you some cash on them, but you can always add them later as well. Let me know if there's anything I can help you with, and welcome to the club.
     
  11. Mar 28, 2018 at 7:23 AM
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    Head unit. That's it.

    Just to get you broken in right, before you spend 20 hours researching suspension....

    A whole bunch of people buy Bilstein. A whole bunch of people buy EMU. A whole bunch of people buy Kings. A whole bunch of people want ADS.


    You'll see the quote "buy once, cry once". This quote refers to Kings and ADS, basically. Depending upon your intended use, different suspensions will work.

    I'll be honest, I didnt intend to thrash on mine, I wanted a lift mainly for looks and a little bit better ride, so I went with Bilstein. Now, I'd rather have ADS (my personal opinion...so dont consider that).
     
  12. Mar 28, 2018 at 7:23 AM
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    He said he switched it to a 12 v so he could bypass the relay and turn it on whenever.
     
  13. Mar 28, 2018 at 7:29 AM
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    Something sounds off. You have to disconnect the gray wire and ground it out. Not sure a switch would do that....changing it to 12v.

    Also, the TRD packages were offered in 2001.


    Most of the stuff he is saying just doesn't add up. Either he didn't give you enough info....to make it all make sense, or something is fishy...
     
  14. Mar 28, 2018 at 7:31 AM
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    Welcome! We born and raised Austinites are a rarity these days! Love the color of your truck.
     
  15. Mar 28, 2018 at 7:31 AM
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    @WebberLander We are a rarity these days. @Roll Tide Thank you for the advice, I started look at suspension stuff and that is pretty much exactly what I got out of those threads but suspension will probably be a ways down the road. Currently I'm on the fence if I should do the pro grill or not...
     
  17. Mar 28, 2018 at 7:53 AM
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    Ask him what "MVP" stands for...
     
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    I'm a native Austinite also :)

    Just wanted to share that, for whatever it's worth.
     
  19. Mar 28, 2018 at 7:56 AM
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    I as well, born at St. David's, room over looking DKR
     
  20. Mar 28, 2018 at 7:56 AM
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    Seton for me, close enough :p
     

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