What Have You Done To Your 3rd Gen Today?

20tacoma17 · May 29, 2018

Inferno75 said: ↑

WTF!!!

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Someone was bored and playing with photoshop..lol

RivetNutBob · May 29, 2018

Beemaster said: ↑

Installed new radio knobs from @Tacowiede. Nice fit and feel. Look OEM and a huge improvement. I won’t accidentally turn the radio off with my shhweaty fingers when adjusting the volume anymore!
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Love mine as well, good choice!

Taco-Inferno · May 29, 2018

I installed a Pace Edwards switchblade tonneau cover, 2018 pro grill and pro fogs, oh and printed this nifty little box for my ez-pass to fit it into the gopro mount. All within the last week, nothing too crazy yet, she's still new.

RivetNutBob · May 29, 2018

Taco-Inferno said: ↑

I installed a Pace Edwards switchblade tonneau cover, 2018 pro grill and pro fogs, oh and printed this nifty little box for my ez-pass to fit it into the gopro mount. All within the last week, nothing too crazy yet, she's still new.
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Would love to see your EZ-PASS mounted to your windshield with this set up.

Rob Daman · May 29, 2018

got some stickers on order based on the positive feedback of latest photo

Taco-Inferno · May 29, 2018

Easthill Bob said: ↑

Would love to see your EZ-PASS mounted to your windshield with this set up.
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This was the initial rough prototype, it's now printed in a matter carbon fiber filament that was shown in the other pic, I hated the suction cup mount I had, and I don't have that crazy Velcro it came with since it's damn hard to remove, this way it utilizes a mount that I otherwise wouldn't as well

20tacoma17 · May 29, 2018

Taco-Inferno said: ↑

This was the initial rough prototype, it's now printed in a matter carbon fiber filament that was shown in the other pic, I hated the suction cup mount I had, and I don't have that crazy Velcro it came with since it's damn hard to remove, this way it utilizes a mount that I otherwise wouldn't as well

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What is that? Part of TSS?

Rob Daman · May 29, 2018

You should.

It's definitely way artsy than mine.

Did you draw it?

Canyonero said: ↑

Oh man! I want something like that for my Canyonero Art

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moser633 · May 29, 2018

opentang said: ↑

I have been slowly working to better organize power management throughout my truck, specifically in the truck bed. Here is what I decided to go with!

Blue Sea 5026 Fuse Block (12 Circuit w/ Negative Bus) + Blue Sea 7087 Circuit Breaker (100A)

Blue Sea 4353 Deck Panel (USB & 12V Socket)

** In order to keep the OEM cubby pockets free of water and extend the life of the electrical components, I sealed the outside holes - I also have a camper shell **

Blue Sea 4374 Waterproof Circuit Breaker Panel (Up to 4 Power Switches)

** I modified the OEM LED bed lights to run through this panel, as I didn't like having to go to the truck cab to turn them on**

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did you fab up the bracket for your fuse box?

SurfratTX · May 29, 2018

DubfromGA said: ↑

Raining like a cow pissing on a flat rock at the moment.

I know of a couple mud holes just a couple mins drive from here.........

Be right back.....about to go get my Taco muddy. MAF !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I ran tan colored WeatherTech mats that matched the carpet on my last truck for the last 11 years.

They worked as advertised.....were easy to clean at the car wash and overall really helped my efforts to keep my carpet pristine after 11 years of daily driving and weekend hunt & fish truck.

Can't ask more of that after my son and I were in and out of it with muddy boots.

I haven't ordered anything yet for my 3rd Gen Tacoma because I wanted to get a more accurate account of what was available.

It seems the coverage amount of the WeatherTech can be improved with a Wade SureFit. It also appears the comfort level (softness) may be improved with another brand. Still searching.
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I recommend Aries floor mats, check post 88713....they also function as sound deadening.
https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads...-3rd-gen-today.399305/page-4436#post-17835029

scottsglock29 · May 29, 2018

Taco-Inferno said: ↑

This was the initial rough prototype, it's now printed in a matter carbon fiber filament that was shown in the other pic, I hated the suction cup mount I had, and I don't have that crazy Velcro it came with since it's damn hard to remove, this way it utilizes a mount that I otherwise wouldn't as well

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I like that. I have the I-Pass for Illinois. Looks like it is the same size as the EZ-Pass.

SurfratTX · May 29, 2018

Bulldogs129 said: ↑

What kind of floor mats do you have? And would you buy then again? I’m taking out the pretty carpet mats soon.

Where did you buy? Any discount codes and such?
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Check these, Aries floor mats, post 88713.
https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads...-3rd-gen-today.399305/page-4436#post-17835029

RivetNutBob · May 29, 2018

Taco-Inferno said: ↑

This was the initial rough prototype, it's now printed in a matter carbon fiber filament that was shown in the other pic, I hated the suction cup mount I had, and I don't have that crazy Velcro it came with since it's damn hard to remove, this way it utilizes a mount that I otherwise wouldn't as well

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Very nice! A much better alternative to the cheesy looking velcro stuck to my windshield. Like the idea of utilizing the existing GO PRO mount as well. You should consider offering them for sale. Nice printing job!
And yes, it looks like it's the same size as EZPASS.

RobP62 · May 29, 2018

KTJO 4x4 said: ↑

I wanted to place a post here in case there are others considering Rock Lights for their trucks or other Lighting options. I have received a lot of PMs since I made my original post of my install over a month ago asking about two things mainly: placement of Rock Lights and how I chose to run the wiring.

Rock Light Placement click HERE

Mattgecko’s Light Placement click HERE

Wiring click HERE

Please look over the writeups for exact placements and wiring. The only thing I haven’t posted yet and I will, is where and how I wired my Rock Lights for my Wheel Wells. I will touch on it briefly here though. Rock Light Placement is pretty standard under the truck in the Front and Rear. The main question I have been getting is the placement on my Side Courtesy LED Strip Lighting Placement and why I chose LED Strip Lighting over two Rock Lights. Here is a comparison picture of Rock Lights verses LED Strip Lighting.

Strip Lighting

2 Rock Lights

You can see how the light spread is much better with the LED Strip Lighting on the sides. If you look at my personal pictures below, you can also tell which ones I angled straight down and which ones I have at a 45 degree angle. The sole purpose of angling the Side Courtesy LED Strip Lighting at a 45 degree angle pointed inward is the amount of spread you will get verses mounting them straight down. By mounting your Lights straight down you get the circle on the ground output. I wanted my Light evenly spread throughout the side of my truck for better lighting quality. Take a look at these pics...

Circle Light Output on the Ground from Front and Rear Rock Lights

Even Spread Output on the Ground from Side LED Strip Lighting

With the Front and Rear Rock Lights, you don’t have many options and since I mounted them closer together, in what I think is the perfectly designed location for these, I wasn’t too concerned. However, with the side distribution of light needing to be more spread out along the whole side of the truck, you can see how mounting them at the 45 degree angle allows for just that.

Also, when connecting and doing the wiring, most will say to hardwire them and whatnot. I found it more convenient and more functional to use weatherpack connectors. Easy to disconnect in the future if there ever is a time that calls for it. I just saw some pictures from another member recently that followed a similar install, used the weatherpacks just like me, and made his own harness too, and it came out very clean. It’s pretty easy to do. Unfortunately, Baja Designs Rock Lights do not come in a kit with a wiring harness already made like some other setups like The Retrofit Source offers, but it just takes a little time to do. Trust me, you will appreciate the convenience later down the road if you have to disconnect them for any reason. If you have any questions, feel free to PM me like others have done. Last thing I would mention, make sure to mount your Rock Lights either straight above or on the inside angled towards the truck/under the truck at the 45 degree angle. You don’t want to mount them on the inside pointing outward because when they are lit up at night, it won’t look as nice and it won’t be hidden. I personally don’t care to see my Rock Light lit up, as much as I do the Rock Light glow. Here are some pics of what I mean.

Bad Placement

Mounted on the inside pointing outward. Some even go as far as mounting them even lower and pointing more towards their UCAs.

Why is this bad? Well this is the Light Output you will receive.

If you wish to be able to see the Rock Light from the side, then this works.

Good Placement

Mounted up above or pointed inward towards the truck. Wheel wells are towards the inner side of the Truck and have a great hidden spread. The two Rock Lights on the side are mounted straight down towards the ground.

Again, all you see with these installs is the glow from the Rock Lights, not the actual Rock Light lit up. Makes a big difference and in my opinion looks a lot better.
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Great post Katie!

RobP62 · May 29, 2018

DubfromGA said: ↑

At least I did something with my Taco today.

Was tired of being stymied up by the rain....decided to go muddin' for a few minutes.

Went and hopped in my truck and my son pulled up with his afternoon plans with his girlfriend twarted.

Mud therapy was in order.

Fun stuff.

https://www.youtube.com/embed/mkwH4w9ks7g

https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZoN-h2sxo1c

Badges are made to be splattered !!!!!!!

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Nice man! Made me smile. Thanks.

RobP62 · May 29, 2018

I bought it a N-Fab mounting bracket for the 32" Auxbeam 5D light bar I'm installing.

I decided to go outside rather than in thanks to inspiration from @smugly .

KTJO 4x4 · May 29, 2018

DubfromGA said: ↑

Never did go anywhere today, but did krank the hell outa the Marshall kitchen bluetooth......."Kickstart" and "Too Fast For Love" were both dialed in.

Thanks for the tunes reminder !!!!

You, sir.....are living the good life.

Much respect !!!!!

Hells yes !!!!

I've done way worse on lunch breaks. You'll love having that yak.

Sweet !!!!

Thanks again for the pro-tip !!!

The video will be mighty helpful when I get my speakers & soundproof material in. I did order the application roller, too.....figured I'd rather have it and not need it than the other way around.

Gonna be dialing up some great tunes in my truck very soon.

Katie Jo, you have one of the sweetest 3rd Gens I've ever seen !!!!!!!!!!

Thank you for the links and instruction.

Good stuff, lady.......good stuff.

Grining family pic is the greatest, man !!!!!!!!!!!

I'd have normally agreed with you.........but between her '18 white Rav4 and my '17 black Taco...........my Taco is way easier to maintain. I've had a number of black and white vehicles over the years....and these two are entirely different for some reason.

I can't stand her white color selection. Looks like a little refrigerator on wheels.......and shows everything.

Her shiny wheels suck, too.

Wish I could rewind.......talk her into a black 4Runner and I'd grab the Quicksand Taco. No question about it. Zero.

Then again........I love my black Taco......maybe I can still talk her into trading in her refrigerator for a black 4Runner.......maybe.....
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Thanks man! Really appreciate your support! Just here to help others like they have helped me and continue to do. Afterall, that’s what this is all about. I’ve definitively enjoyed the process and have stayed true to myself.

TheyCallMeBruce84 · May 30, 2018

This arrived yesterday. Rain in the forecast thru next Tuesday. Taco won’t fit in garage, who knows when I’ll get it installed.

catastrofe · May 30, 2018

scottsglock29 said: ↑

I like that. I have the I-Pass for Illinois. Looks like it is the same size as the EZ-Pass.
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Side rant:

Why can’t we have a national “EZPass” system that works across all states? Every state does their own thing...it would be simpler and more efficient to have a national program.

Taco-Inferno · May 30, 2018

catastrofe said: ↑

Side rant:

Why can’t we have a national “EZPass” system that works across all states? Every state does their own thing...it would be simpler and more efficient to have a national program.
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I have said that for years, when I head south once I hit Georgia it's a peach pass and my ex pass no longer works, and Florida has their sun pass, it gets annoying

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