3rd Gen Quicksand thread

Nice! Hard to believe you got that all from a dealer. What a find! A lift, wheels and tires and you’ve got all the big stuff out of the way. Looks like a DCLB version of mine. I wish I had done the DCLB sometimes. My next one will probably be that configuration.

 

We got it used '16 DCLB, ARE shell, couldn't believe I found this at a dealership with only 23K miles on it. Pretty stoked that the side windows lift up, easy access to my tools!

 

Any suggestions where to go/website to visit to get a camper shell?

 

Previous owner decked it out.

 

New UCAs and 887 springs, waiting for gravity to settle them out now.


Old 885 springs with factory UCAs



Yep, not a damn difference in handling but alignment numbers are so much better and plenty of room for moar rubber.

 

The company I work for is a ARE distributor so I got a deal when I got mine in ‘16. My favorite thing about my ARE is that I have swapped my windows for windoors since that picture. Wasn’t cheep but I loved having that option.

 

Thanks. Can you buy them color matched or do they have to be painted?

 

Hitting pavement after a New Year's Eve run to the Saline Valley Warm Springs.

 

Came across this beauty today she's pretty SICK!! I wish I had the cash for it!!

ONLY 23,950 MILES ON THIS 2017 TOYOTA TACOMA TRD OFFROAD, FOUR-WHEEL-DRIVE, QUICKSAND EXTERIOR WITH GRAPHITE / GUN METAL INTERIOR, 3.5L V6 ENGINE, 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, V6 TOW PACKAGE WITH CLASS IV TRAILER HITCH, BACKUP CAMERA, STAR SAFETY SYSTEM, MULTI-TERRAIN SELECT, LOCKING REAR DIFF, HILL START ASSIST CONTROL, LED DRLS, LOCKABLE TAILGATE, SMART KEY SYSTEM, PUSH BUTTON START, ENTUNE PREMIUM AUDIO WITH NAVIGATION AND APP SUITE, BLUETOOTH, HD RADIO, SATELLITE RADIO, QI-COMPATIBLE WIRELESS CHARGING!!-- --UPGRADES INCLUDE: STAGE 4 ICON SUSPENSION WITH SPANNER WRENCH, SMITTYBILT X20 WATERPROOF SYNTHETIC ROPE WINCH WITH WIRELESS CONTROLLER, SMITTYBILT D-RINGS, SLIMLINE HYBRID POWDER COATED FRONT BUMPER, ARE OVERLAND TRUCK CAP, YAKIMA ROOF RAILS, LLUMAR AUTOMOTIVE WINDOW TINT, METHOD NV 17X8.5 WHEELS WITH 285/70R17 NITTO RIDGE GRAPPLER TIRES!!-- --ONLY 1-OWNER

 

I came across a similar one today as well, in my driveway.

 

So, you purchased the truck?

 

Its not the same one but real close.

 

Oh, okay. Preciate the clarification. It’s past my bedtime.

 

Just took my 2018 QS TRD OR off-roading for the first time the other day. I must say, I am going to enjoy this truck for a while before making any modifications.

They did an AWESOME job with this truck. I was not expecting what I got. I had a friend in the vehicle, he owns a 2018 TRD Sport, and he was blown away at the performance difference. We both hit the same trails with COMPLETELY different results.

Not really sure if I even need any modifications at this point.

 

No, that’s my truck. Just looks very similar at a glance.

 

It took me a while, but now I understand. That’s a good looking truck you have there, my friend.

 

Do tell!

 

I’m glad you’re enjoying your Tacoma! I previously had a ‘17 Sport, now I have a ‘18 Off Road. The Off Road is softer over imperfections than the Sport, something I took for granted even though I read many reviews that referenced this distinction. I do not miss the non-functional hood scoop on the Sport whatsoever. It obstructed my view and water always ended up in the scoop after washing/drying the truck.

 

Couldn’t help but notice Toyota's marketing of the ‘18-‘19 Off Road/Sport grille on a Quicksand Tacoma in the ad below as “stand out” and “bold.” I’ve been trying to force myself to like this grill every since I purchased my Tacoma, but I’m failing miserably. The shininess makes me want to cringe!

 

love the cap. is that a matte black vinyl decal, or is it painted that way?