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  1. Feb 22, 2018 at 6:31 PM
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    Thanks for the info! Definitely going to continue reading into this. The new truck seems to drop significantly after going into second gear

    Thanks Brotha!
     
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  2. Feb 22, 2018 at 6:36 PM
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    Few new mods...Purchased new Tacoma door emblems, and TRD tailgate emblem then had my bodyshop paint them black. Then added the popular
    Tacoma raised nameplate. What do you guys think?


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  3. Feb 22, 2018 at 6:45 PM
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  4. Feb 22, 2018 at 7:12 PM
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  5. Mar 2, 2018 at 9:55 AM
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    LoL.. What did you buy?
     
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  6. Mar 2, 2018 at 9:57 AM
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    The decal/film for the turn signals up front and a big TRD sticker. Will post when I put the on next week. Been busy.
     
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  7. Mar 2, 2018 at 9:57 AM
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    Finally tinted the windows..22% front only...Also, added the Toyota bed matIMG_9653.jpgIMG_9744.jpg

     
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  8. Mar 2, 2018 at 9:58 AM
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    Curious to see the TRD sticker
     
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  9. Mar 3, 2018 at 6:54 PM
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    Here you go, decided to do it today while I wait. In person looks amazing!

    Quote from my build thread:
    03/03/2018

    Decided to put some decals on this bad boy while I am waiting for my wheels, tires, and suspension to come in on Monday (I need to get my Camera working lol, phone photos doesn't do it justice! Looks amazing in person):




     
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  10. Mar 3, 2018 at 7:26 PM
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    Me thinks.... I kinda like it.

    Well done and unique.
     
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  11. Mar 4, 2018 at 9:37 AM
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    285/75/16 KM3’s. Cali Raised rock sliders Revtek 427AP lift kit Victory 4x4 Strike bumpers Warn VR8S winch
    Good looking rig Welcome
     
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  12. Mar 4, 2018 at 6:01 PM
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    Here is a better picture of it the very next day:
    IMG_0612.jpg

    Can't wait to get my Suspension installed tomorrow. Wheels and 33s on Wednesday. Still waiting for my Demello front bumper.
     
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  13. May 17, 2018 at 8:01 PM
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    Love these blinkers thanks @mesojdm

    before
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  14. May 17, 2018 at 8:38 PM
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    It's funny when I purchased this truck I said I would leave it stock! Yea right...It's funny how quickly we get bored

    I decided I wanted a more aggressive look without breaking the bank. When I purchased this truck I had no intention
    of going off road so, I got 2wheel drive. Now I wanted a more aggressive look, but didn't want to spend a ton on
    something I was unsure I would keep. In comes the 3/2 Ready lift leveling kit. I contemplated this for a while and
    decided to do it. Amazon had the leveling kit for $254 shipped can't beat that price. Installation was a breeze!

    I knew I wanted the 4Runner wheels but which tires. I heard so many stories about what would, and wouldn't fit. I
    decided to take a risk and purchased the BFG K02 285/70R17. I have to say the truck still holds it's original comfort
    and smoothness. I could not be happier!

    Here are some pice of what I purchased and her final look...


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  15. May 17, 2018 at 10:20 PM
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    Definitely looks more aggressive! Thinking of going the same wheels & tires on my Sport but still deciding. How's the fit & ride now?
     
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  16. May 17, 2018 at 10:55 PM
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    While i agree it looks good, i still believe you fucked up and got a 4x2. yes. yes. you live in cali. i get it. I did too. but you will get BORED of staying on asphalt and will want to go off road because it IS A TRUCK. I would definitely reconsider going 4x4 before you seriously dump anything else into this and make it a moneypit... it especially is when you start going into serious suspension like icon or fox... maybe bilstein if your wanting to get 8100 series suspension. but my man... don't put too much into it. especially from reading that you already got bored and wanted to start to mod it out... go for a 4x4 next time. just sayin.. since nobody else wanted to...
     
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  17. May 18, 2018 at 8:31 AM
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    Fit is great! Absolutely no rubbing. Ride feels as smooth as b4

    Haha.. You are right! I leased this truck for 3 years. I already made up my mind, I'm going to trade it in after 2, and get the revised body 2020 in 4x4.
    Just never thought I would want 4x4. Now I know better

    I get bored quick. I did the same thing with my Lexus GSF..lol
    https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gs-f-2016-present/865184-liquid-platinum-take-2-a.html
     
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  18. May 18, 2018 at 8:53 AM
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    Welcome! I just got mine this month & loving it. Still playing around with the ECT PWR off & on. I think I prefer it on. I’m actually seeing better mpg #’s as well (mainly highway commute).
     
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  19. May 18, 2018 at 9:14 AM
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    My favorite color on the Tacoma. Truck looks great man! Love your mods. Any future mods planned even though you'll be returning the truck at the 2 year mark?
     
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  20. May 18, 2018 at 9:25 AM
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    Thanks! I have used the ECT on occasion. Did not know it would gave me better mpg's. Just use it thinking I'm getting more power on acceleration

    Thanks brotha!
    Definitely love this color as well. Also liking the Cavalry blue too. I purchased some door emblems from @micwillia https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/trd-faux-emblems.534236/
    Other than that I plan a few more modest mods. Just because I can move them to another Tacoma in the future
     
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