What Have You Done To Your 3rd Gen Today?

RunawayCow2 · Aug 30, 2018

20tacoma17 said: ↑

For drivers license?
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DANG! Misread his post! DOH!

Not sure why but VEHICLE registration is that much

My bad

RivetNutBob · Aug 30, 2018

PappyKat said: ↑

I have been known to drive along foothills and mountains trying to find that perfect composition.
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Welcome to TW.

Apollo14 · Aug 30, 2018

Dude. Where are these stickers? Lol

Can’t seem to find them online.

sdsurfer · Aug 30, 2018

Apollo14 said: ↑

Dude. Where are these stickers? Lol

Can’t seem to find them online.
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What stickers? Please quote the post you are referring to so the person you are asking gets a notification and everyone else knows what you are talking about.

catastrofe · Aug 30, 2018

KTJO 4x4 said: ↑

A little review on my first impression when it comes to the Tacoma Orange Virus Flashing - Thanks to @OVTune

Truck Details:
2017 Tacoma 3.5L AT TRD Off-Road DCSB
1.04R 91 Octane 04B04
AirAid CAI
AirAid Poweraid Throttle Body Spacer
Nitro 4.88 Gears (Front & Rear)
Stock Exhaust System
Tuff Country- 3" Suspension Lift Kit converted to 4" Suspension Lift Kit Nitto Trail Grappler LT295/70R17 mounted on Helo HE878 17x9 Black 6x5.5 -12mm Offset.

First, I would like to state that I went with the AirAid CAI/AirAid Poweraid Throttle Body Spacer as one of my first mods. I immediately saw gains in HP. I wouldn’t say a lot of gain, but a gain is a gain. The throttle response was also definitely improved as well. This is probably what you notice the most. Some say that 3.5 Engines do not benefit from CAI’s. I would highly disagree. Like I stated, I noticed a difference right away in the throttle response.

Second, I opted for the 4.88 Gears. Overall, the Nitro Gears have drastically improved the truck. Not only does it get up and go with vast improvements to its acceleration, but what has stood out the most to me is the gear hunting. I will definitely agree with the fact that prior to installing my Gears the truck would hunt for the correct gear all the time. I hated going up mountains or even slight hills. The truck would shift back and forth so much. However, now that I have had these Gears installed on my truck for quite some time, I would like to note that the Gears did not solve the Gear Hunting 100%. While still going up mountains and slight hills, I found my truck still shifting back and forth when it wasn’t needed. Shifting wasn’t the smoothest either. On the other hand, the power and drivability did drastically improve the performance of my truck.

Most recently, I opted to purchase the Orange Virus Tune. I was informed by someone that has been around the block for a long time and knows whats best for these trucks, that if I purchased this tune it would only be a gimmick. However, if I wanted to waste my money to go ahead. Well I can officially state it is NO gimmick and this person that claims they have been around the block for a long time and knows what’s best for these trucks is wrong. He is definitely missing out on this one for sure. This mod is hands down the best mod I have installed on my truck for performance. The shifting and drivability of this truck has improved more than I could have even imagine. The shifting is smoother than its ever been 100% both up shifting and down shifting. The throttle response continues to get better and better with each mod. However, what I want to talk about the most is the shifting and smoothness of the ride now. On my routine trip to and from work, my truck would shift from 5th to 4th and back to 5th all the time. It’s a pretty flat drive to and from work but it does have some slight hills here and there. Today, for the first time, my truck did not shift once. It stayed in 5th Gear the whole time. There were moments where I thought the truck could have shifted to 6th on the more flat ground spreads, but if I had to choose between the two options I would pick the less shifting option. It was very frustrating, even with the 4.88 Gears, how often the truck would need to shift down and then shift back up. I haven’t experienced the ECT button yet, but I can only imagine what that is going to be like. I love driving my truck!

With my review, I’m not sure if I would be able to tell a difference if I hadn’t gone with the Gears and then the Tune. By going with the Gears first, I have been able to experience how much better the Tune enhances the Shifting and Drivability. I think if I had gone the Tune first and then the Gears, I would probably have noticed the Gears providing an increase in HP, but probably nothing else.

This truck is really coming together! With the combination of mods I have installed for performance enhancement, you can really notice a drastic difference from Stock until now. I highly recommend all of them. There isn’t one mod I have done that I haven’t noticed a change for the better. I still have two more mods in the performance category: Custom Dual Exhaust System and Twin Turbo Kit. Then this will be the best running Tacoma on the market.

For those that are on the fence with whether to go Gears or Tune. I would say it depends on what you are looking for in your end result of your build. It is really hard to say. However, I would say that I would not leave out the Tune. If you only want to do one, I would install the Tune 100%. If you can afford both, then I would definitely do both the Gears and Tune. I just can’t believe how much the Tune really smoothed out the drivability of my truck. Right when I thought the Gears had fixed the shifting 100%, I notice more and more of improvements with the Tune. I’m excited for the future to come!!!
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And just wait 'til 1.05 is released!

catastrofe · Aug 30, 2018

PappyKat said: ↑

I have been known to drive along foothills and mountains trying to find that perfect composition.
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Gorgeous photo.

Dctaconny · Aug 30, 2018

Knunez82 said: ↑

Brought her home today after doing suspension and wheels

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Looking good

RobP62 · Aug 30, 2018

KTJO 4x4 said: ↑

A little review on my first impression when it comes to the Tacoma Orange Virus Flashing - Thanks to @OVTune

Truck Details:
2017 Tacoma 3.5L AT TRD Off-Road DCSB
1.04R 91 Octane 04B04
AirAid CAI
AirAid Poweraid Throttle Body Spacer
Nitro 4.88 Gears (Front & Rear)
Stock Exhaust System
Tuff Country- 3" Suspension Lift Kit converted to 4" Suspension Lift Kit Nitto Trail Grappler LT295/70R17 mounted on Helo HE878 17x9 Black 6x5.5 -12mm Offset.

First, I would like to state that I went with the AirAid CAI/AirAid Poweraid Throttle Body Spacer as one of my first mods. I immediately saw gains in HP. I wouldn’t say a lot of gain, but a gain is a gain. The throttle response was also definitely improved as well. This is probably what you notice the most. Some say that 3.5 Engines do not benefit from CAI’s. I would highly disagree. Like I stated, I noticed a difference right away in the throttle response.

Second, I opted for the 4.88 Gears. Overall, the Nitro Gears have drastically improved the truck. Not only does it get up and go with vast improvements to its acceleration, but what has stood out the most to me is the gear hunting. I will definitely agree with the fact that prior to installing my Gears the truck would hunt for the correct gear all the time. I hated going up mountains or even slight hills. The truck would shift back and forth so much. However, now that I have had these Gears installed on my truck for quite some time, I would like to note that the Gears did not solve the Gear Hunting 100%. While still going up mountains and slight hills, I found my truck still shifting back and forth when it wasn’t needed. Shifting wasn’t the smoothest either. On the other hand, the power and drivability did drastically improve the performance of my truck.

Most recently, I opted to purchase the Orange Virus Tune. I was informed by someone that has been around the block for a long time and knows whats best for these trucks, that if I purchased this tune it would only be a gimmick. However, if I wanted to waste my money to go ahead. Well I can officially state it is NO gimmick and this person that claims they have been around the block for a long time and knows what’s best for these trucks is wrong. He is definitely missing out on this one for sure. This mod is hands down the best mod I have installed on my truck for performance. The shifting and drivability of this truck has improved more than I could have even imagine. The shifting is smoother than its ever been 100% both up shifting and down shifting. The throttle response continues to get better and better with each mod. However, what I want to talk about the most is the shifting and smoothness of the ride now. On my routine trip to and from work, my truck would shift from 5th to 4th and back to 5th all the time. It’s a pretty flat drive to and from work but it does have some slight hills here and there. Today, for the first time, my truck did not shift once. It stayed in 5th Gear the whole time. There were moments where I thought the truck could have shifted to 6th on the more flat ground spreads, but if I had to choose between the two options I would pick the less shifting option. It was very frustrating, even with the 4.88 Gears, how often the truck would need to shift down and then shift back up. I haven’t experienced the ECT button yet, but I can only imagine what that is going to be like. I love driving my truck!

With my review, I’m not sure if I would be able to tell a difference if I hadn’t gone with the Gears and then the Tune. By going with the Gears first, I have been able to experience how much better the Tune enhances the Shifting and Drivability. I think if I had gone the Tune first and then the Gears, I would probably have noticed the Gears providing an increase in HP, but probably nothing else.

This truck is really coming together! With the combination of mods I have installed for performance enhancement, you can really notice a drastic difference from Stock until now. I highly recommend all of them. There isn’t one mod I have done that I haven’t noticed a change for the better. I still have two more mods in the performance category: Custom Dual Exhaust System and Twin Turbo Kit. Then this will be the best running Tacoma on the market.

For those that are on the fence with whether to go Gears or Tune. I would say it depends on what you are looking for in your end result of your build. It is really hard to say. However, I would say that I would not leave out the Tune. If you only want to do one, I would install the Tune 100%. If you can afford both, then I would definitely do both the Gears and Tune. I just can’t believe how much the Tune really smoothed out the drivability of my truck. Right when I thought the Gears had fixed the shifting 100%, I notice more and more of improvements with the Tune. I’m excited for the future to come!!!
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Great write up Katie! Very nice indeed!

RobP62 · Aug 30, 2018

PappyKat said: ↑

I have been known to drive along foothills and mountains trying to find that perfect composition.
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You found it!

20tacoma17 · Aug 30, 2018

RunawayCow2 said: ↑

DANG! Misread his post! DOH!

Not sure why but VEHICLE registration is that much

My bad
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Well, vehicle registration is $105 every 2 years with no emission tests or vehicle inspection.

gurneyeagle · Aug 30, 2018

Page10 said: ↑

Thanks for the info! I had no idea when I bought my truck that there is such a loyal Taco following. I was just looking for a dependable, midsize truck. Glad I stumbled upon this website and all the friendly, helpful users. And that I didn't end up in a Ridgeline
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If you want to be super-OCD, then go with a Sealant>Glaze>Wax. After six months to a year, you will probably want to clay the paint first.

All of this can be ordered through AutoGeek.net

Dammit Evie · Aug 30, 2018

satburn said: ↑

Imma have to steal this for my MGM. You thinking about doing the tailgate Tacoma logo letters in matte black too?
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Thanks. I’m still on the fence about the tailgate Tacoma letters, however, I’m planning to remove the TRD 4x4 Sport stickers from the bed sides.

PappyKat · Aug 30, 2018

catastrofe said: ↑

Gorgeous photo.
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Thanks. I was in Owens Valley at the last new moon as I wanted to get milky way/persid meteor shower/ mountains in the foreground pictures and the haze was terrible, which caused me to run around the foothills on dirt/sand/rock roads and instead shoot this.

Apollo14 · Aug 30, 2018

sdsurfer said: ↑

What stickers? Please quote the post you are referring to so the person you are asking gets a notification and everyone else knows what you are talking about.
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Well shit.

Stinking iPhone safari browser! Lol

Behold:

Silver fox 2018 said: ↑

Welcome to TW I’m new here and new owning a Tacoma for the first time, so I did plasti dipped my logos also and I bought the mountain stickers, here’s a pic
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jtifm · Aug 30, 2018

PappyKat said: ↑

I have been known to drive along foothills and mountains trying to find that perfect composition.
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Nice photo, you have a good eye.

cemented · Aug 30, 2018

Apollo14 said: ↑

Well shit.

Stinking iPhone safari browser! Lol

Behold:
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They are made by member @rrentrop . Check out his other items for your Tacoma on his eBay store. Add multiple items to your cart to save on shipping. You can also pm him if you have any questions.

https://m.ebay.com/itm/Premium-Matt...c:USPSFirstClass!97217!US!-1&var=690301689373

Silver fox 2018 · Aug 30, 2018

Apollo14 said: ↑

Well shit.

Stinking iPhone safari browser! Lol

Behold:
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Ruminator · Aug 30, 2018

Easthill Bob said: ↑

Collinite is what I use for waxing. Best stuff I've ever used and I ain't no spring chicken. Tried it after complimenting a fellow employee on how great his 10 year old truck looked. Asked him what he used on it and he said Collinite. Tried it once and never looked back. Stands up to repeated high pressure laser and detergent washes. Only wax I'll use.
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Looks like Collinite makes a bunch of different waxes. Which one have you been using?

Amazon says this one doesn't fit my 2017 Tacoma. Oh well.

$40 Collinite 915 Marque D’ Elegance Wax-Premium Carnauba+Polymer Concours Sealant. Show Car-Deep Shine & High Gloss + Durable, Long-Lasting Paint Protection for Cars, Trucks, & Motorcycles (12 fl oz)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000JK6INE/

CoastieRon · Aug 30, 2018

CoastieRon said: ↑

Finished my audio install (for now)! The Morels are now on their crossovers, the tweeters are installed, and everything is working fine now. Tomorrow night after my 15k appointment and TSB update, I'll put the seats back in.

Better write up tomorrow after a commute.
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Updated with review

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads...idiocy-journal-bs.527020/page-9#post-18592028

markmizzou · Aug 30, 2018

Dammit Evie said: ↑

Thanks. I’m still on the fence about the tailgate Tacoma letters, however, I’m planning to remove the TRD 4x4 Sport stickers from the bed sides.
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Just my opinion --which may not mean a thing to you -- the Tuffskinz carbon fiber color tailgate letters would look good on your tail. I have them on my BBP and they really look good. JMHO -- The quality is great -- they were not the cheapest, but the quality makes up for the difference.

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