What Have You Done To Your 3rd Gen Today?

Sh2 · May 17, 2018

RobP62 said: ↑

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RobP62 · May 17, 2018

BSK said: ↑

So some major issues started since the last post from here: https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads...-3rd-gen-today.399305/page-4389#post-17767505

So the interior dome lights remote key lock stopped working. Apparently the cluster stopped lighting up either when the door was opened etc. Took it back to the dealer and had their MDT work on it. While working on and checking the wiring diagrams that were provided by Toyota he noticed that the BCM was not dumping 12v into the cluster and other control boxes. My wiring diagram from a 2017 model from AllData showed different circuits as well.

He poked around some more and found other open circuits that didn't make sense. After talking to TACS (or whatever Toyota's shop support line is) they told him that the BCM is most likely bad and needed to get replaced. After replacing the BCM the problem didn't go away so they pulled in a showroom floor unit and did the same checks and the truck exhibited the same issue. Taking more pictures and videos they called TACS again and mentioned their finding and how the wiring diagram doesn't show the other circuit that would power other circuits. TACS pulled one of the same models into their shop and did the same diagnostics and came up with the same results. Long story short there will be a TSB coming out that is related to the wiring diagram being wrong and other diagnostic procedures need to be implemented if someone runs into the same issues.

However the most revealing part about this whole ordeal is that the roofrack that I had installed caused a leak as well and was dripping onto the roofliner.
Toyota shop had 20+ hours into etc but I got away very lucky.

So I am back at my neighbors garage now pulling the old rack and sealing the nut holes....

Left the truck overnight to sit to inspect the RTV for shrinkage first before moving on with weatherseal tape and the reinstallation of the weatherstripping.
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Great follow up post. Nice job.

This has to be the first time though I've ever heard that an OEM roof rack caused a leak. You sure the 3rd brake light is not leaking. I installed the same rack and we've gotten 6" of rain this past week alone. I can't believe I got this mod right. I didn't even know the holes went all the way through to the cab. Weird.

blown ION · May 17, 2018

moe2o4 said: ↑

Finally got around to getting a Hypertech Speedometer Calibrator to correct my speedometer with my 285s! Ordered it off of Amazon 2 days ago and it showed up this afternoon! Took me about 2 minutes to program it with the software on the computer and a total of 10 minutes to do the install! We'll worth the money! Also got to finally see the Taco Truck behind the dash!

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I'm not even kidding but do all tacomas have that taco truck figure? That's rediculous

RobP62 · May 17, 2018

mrproduxn said: ↑

Best mod ever came in the mail today

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Congratulations Steve! This wins today's best mod!

RobP62 · May 17, 2018

DubfromGA said: ↑

@RobP62 looks like the HD rivet gun will be here midweek next week (HF put it on pack mule shipping, lol) and the Redline Struts will be here in a day or two. Works out perfect because I have a few days off beginning in a week and a half to get some projects done on my 3rdGen......first will be the hood supports....and everything else will be under the hood.

Looking forward to the time.

Gonna get my hands on some trusty drill bit stops or simply short-shank a bit or two.
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Yeah, the short shank is guaranteed! Probably just gonna do that too!

moe2o4 · May 17, 2018

blown ION said: ↑

I'm not even kidding but do all tacomas have that taco truck figure? That's rediculous
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Pretty sure they do, I've heard and seen pictures but now I have seen it in person and believe it lol!

RobP62 · May 17, 2018

mrproduxn said: ↑

You can always just use rubber bands, yarn or any old rubber grommets to make a stop on the drill bit. The stops are the ticket but you will probably never use them more than the one time. Think there were 10 different sizes in the kit and I only used the one size. Mine have just been collecting dust in my tool box for the past 16 months. Use something simple like a wire nut

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Wire nut is a great idea! Holy crap! Thanks. Love it when we all start thinking together!

smabbott · May 17, 2018

Installed my bed rack and tent!

Beerpayzdabillz · May 18, 2018

Inferno75 said: ↑

Guys I’m a chef...and all about it but really...this is a 3rd gen thread...not a what I did to my meat today thread...someone please start a grilling/smoker thread please!
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Amen brother!

Beerpayzdabillz · May 18, 2018

trex_perry said: ↑

Sup guys ! Finally found the headlights I was looking for clean look blacked out on the inside led strip is bright and good quality. Check them out http://www.uniquestyleracings.com/ use “MTNTACO” for 15% off !! Check out my instagram for photos @MTN_TACOMA
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The price is fantastic, that is for sure. Please keep us posted on how they install, fit, throw light and how long they last. Please.
Would love to get @mesojdm thoughts on the specs also. I know you are busy tho...........

smugly · May 18, 2018

RobP62 said: ↑

Nope. Is the tether hanging up in it?
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It isn’t the tether, it’s acting like the hinge it’s self is binding up and shifting causing the back of the door to wanna rub against the main quarter panel it’s mounted to, or in other words the inside of the gas compartment.
(if that makes sense)

CASPER777 · May 18, 2018

Attempt 2

CASPER777 · May 18, 2018

In the grand scheme of thing not much do e yet....LOW RANGE OFFROAD 3/1 leveling kit....FUEL PODIUM WHEELS...NITTO RIDGE GRAPPLER 285/70/17...TYGER SLIDER STEPS

MY50cal · May 18, 2018

CASPER777 said: ↑

In the grand scheme of thing not much do e yet....LOW RANGE OFFROAD 3/1 leveling kit....FUEL PODIUM WHEELS...NITTO RIDGE GRAPPLER 285/70/17...TYGER SLIDER STEPS
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Looks good Dave!

Here's a few threads for ya...

General North East Forum
Pennsylvania
North East Spotted
Philly
North East CraigsList

CASPER777 · May 18, 2018

Thx but I'm in south central pa and was hoping to find a group a little closer and haven't found one yet....this is my 3rd new Tacoma in the last 5 years finally found the one I'm gonna do some damage on the bank account

RobP62 · May 18, 2018

smugly said: ↑

It isn’t the tether, it’s acting like the hinge it’s self is binding up and shifting causing the back of the door to wanna rub against the main quarter panel it’s mounted to, or in other words the inside of the gas compartment.
(if that makes sense)
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That is just freaking strange. I guess its possible that the hinge is just failing, and if so, I'd be willing to bet you could get the dealer to fix it for free.

Tacoma_Runner1129 · May 18, 2018

bxh said: ↑

Replaced the Rigid fogs with something a little brighter...

Baja Designs S2 Pros

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Those look great! Have any pics of the light output? Also, how was the install and wiring? Were you able to use the factory mounts?

bxh · May 18, 2018

Tacoma_Runner1129 said: ↑

Those look great! Have any pics of the light output? Also, how was the install and wiring? Were you able to use the factory mounts?
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Here’s a photo of the output compared to my HID low beams.

Wiring was plug and play, in terms of install I’ll make another post covering that.

Tacoma_Runner1129 · May 18, 2018

bxh said: ↑

Here’s a photo of the output compared to my HID low beams.

Wiring was plug and play, in terms of install I’ll make another post covering that.
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Nice! I have the TRD Pro Rigid Industries fogs with amber covers and those S2's look brighter. Thanks for the info and will be looking for the post with your install!

Vanderjdm · May 18, 2018

Very nice.

UncleBoone said: ↑

ARE V series cap, tint on front windows, hitch receiver.
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Just ordered a V series myself this week. Seeing that pic makes me wonder if I shouldn't have coughed up the money for those side windows. I only opted for the roof rack rails, pet screens and fold down front slider. Hope mine ends up looking as good with the normal slider windows.

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