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If you had $5,000, what mods would you do?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by TacoTuesday94, Apr 3, 2018.

  1. Apr 3, 2018 at 9:10 AM
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    TacoTuesday94

    TacoTuesday94 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Like the title says, what would you do with 5K and why?
     
  2. Apr 3, 2018 at 9:13 AM
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    motodude95

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    I'm already lifted 3 inches and have 33's....

    I'd probably get a prinsu rack, ARB compressor, rock sliders, a cap for the bed, and a nice light bar for the prinsu rack...

    Prinsu rack is just useful, you can put anything on it, kayaks, surf boards, whatever. Cap for the bed so I can sleep in the truck on camping trips. Rock sliders because I have 5k to waste so why not.
     
  3. Apr 3, 2018 at 9:15 AM
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    Iamraiderpower

    Iamraiderpower Well-Known Member

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    put it in savings
     
  4. Apr 3, 2018 at 9:15 AM
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    SH7mi

    SH7mi Elite Performance Tune PA MD DE NJ

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    AE manifold spacer Bed lights Seat Jackers Blackvue Dashcam Elite Performance Tuned Fumoto Oil Pan Valve
    I would add a Hobie Outback Mirage drive Kayak to my truck
     
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  5. Apr 3, 2018 at 9:17 AM
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    adt7108

    adt7108 Well-Known Member

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    Lift, wheels, tires and bumpers might even throw in a winch.
     
  6. Apr 3, 2018 at 9:18 AM
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    Aw9d

    Aw9d That one guy

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    Exactly this. I'd toss it in my 401k.
     
  7. Apr 3, 2018 at 9:18 AM
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    Plain Jane Taco

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    I was just going to post that. :D

    :cheers:
     
  8. Apr 3, 2018 at 9:19 AM
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    Tocamo

    Tocamo .

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    Good down payment on an Airstream trailer!

    bambi-in-snow.jpg
     
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  9. Apr 3, 2018 at 9:20 AM
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    Casper66

    Casper66 grumpy ass

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    Regear, lockers, and compressor. No fun putting it in savings ya can’t take it with you when you go
     
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  10. Apr 3, 2018 at 9:20 AM
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    86scirocco16v

    86scirocco16v Mack of all trades

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    Black this black that , 315-75r16 pro-comp A/T's , 285-75-r-16 treadwright gaurd dogs full OME lift with Dakar leaf spring pack, boss airbags, 4.88 nitro gears, dakota digital speedometer calibrator, tjm air locker, arb onboard air, spider tracks 1.25" wheel spacer, sport headlights, brute force fab hybrid front bumper, 6000k 4" led fog lights, 24" double row led reverse light, storm trooper shift knob, rebadged badg-less black mesh grill, Kenwood double din stereo, 400w Rockford 12” sub . Anytime fog lights. Oh yeah almost forgot the 2016 FourWheel camper fleet model for extra traction and a place to crash if you do get stuck or broke down. 2x160watt solar, mppt charge controller by blue sky energy. 3 deep cycle batteries 20gallons water, 6gal hot water, 3.5cf 2way fridge/freezer, 6gallon propane... just getting warmed up.
    Add boost for sure! Would love to hear that supercharger spool!
     
  11. Apr 3, 2018 at 9:20 AM
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    MolonLabeTaco

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    Look @ my build thread. I've spent almost exactly $5K in the last month on my truck. Time to sloooooooow down on the spending!
     
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  12. Apr 3, 2018 at 9:21 AM
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    86scirocco16v

    86scirocco16v Mack of all trades

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    Black this black that , 315-75r16 pro-comp A/T's , 285-75-r-16 treadwright gaurd dogs full OME lift with Dakar leaf spring pack, boss airbags, 4.88 nitro gears, dakota digital speedometer calibrator, tjm air locker, arb onboard air, spider tracks 1.25" wheel spacer, sport headlights, brute force fab hybrid front bumper, 6000k 4" led fog lights, 24" double row led reverse light, storm trooper shift knob, rebadged badg-less black mesh grill, Kenwood double din stereo, 400w Rockford 12” sub . Anytime fog lights. Oh yeah almost forgot the 2016 FourWheel camper fleet model for extra traction and a place to crash if you do get stuck or broke down. 2x160watt solar, mppt charge controller by blue sky energy. 3 deep cycle batteries 20gallons water, 6gal hot water, 3.5cf 2way fridge/freezer, 6gallon propane... just getting warmed up.
    Savings is not a mod. Stick to the question.
     
  13. Apr 3, 2018 at 9:22 AM
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    Plain Jane Taco

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    Sorry forum police
     
  14. Apr 3, 2018 at 9:22 AM
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    86scirocco16v

    86scirocco16v Mack of all trades

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    Black this black that , 315-75r16 pro-comp A/T's , 285-75-r-16 treadwright gaurd dogs full OME lift with Dakar leaf spring pack, boss airbags, 4.88 nitro gears, dakota digital speedometer calibrator, tjm air locker, arb onboard air, spider tracks 1.25" wheel spacer, sport headlights, brute force fab hybrid front bumper, 6000k 4" led fog lights, 24" double row led reverse light, storm trooper shift knob, rebadged badg-less black mesh grill, Kenwood double din stereo, 400w Rockford 12” sub . Anytime fog lights. Oh yeah almost forgot the 2016 FourWheel camper fleet model for extra traction and a place to crash if you do get stuck or broke down. 2x160watt solar, mppt charge controller by blue sky energy. 3 deep cycle batteries 20gallons water, 6gal hot water, 3.5cf 2way fridge/freezer, 6gallon propane... just getting warmed up.
    It’s not a retirement mod.
     
  15. Apr 3, 2018 at 9:26 AM
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    replica9000

    replica9000 Das ist no bueno

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    I probably have $5k in wheels for the truck sitting in my basement. Time to unload a couple sets...
     
  16. Apr 3, 2018 at 9:31 AM
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    TacoTuesday94

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    How do I navigate to this thread?
     
  17. Apr 3, 2018 at 9:32 AM
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    coopcooper

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  18. Apr 3, 2018 at 9:33 AM
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    MolonLabeTaco

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    I think if you click on my name & go to my profile page it'll provide a link.
     
  19. Apr 3, 2018 at 9:34 AM
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    desertrunner24

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  20. Apr 3, 2018 at 9:35 AM
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    I just added a link in my signature.
     

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