What Have You Done To Your 2nd Gen Tacoma Today?

Wheeler's Offroad were the ones to suggest I go with the 700lb coils versus the 650lb coils. I can say Im happy with the amount of lift I got with them. Havent really driven the truck since install. Truck is going in for alignment later this week. Took it around the block and dropped it off a few curbs and it definitely handles the weight a lot better. Taking the truck on a 10,000km trip in less than 2 weeks so I have a better opinion then.

 

The stock drain comes just out of the firewall but it’s only a few inches, I got a 5/8”plastic nipple and a few feet of 5/8” clear tubing which will redirect the water drips away from the frame. You should do it only costs 5 bucks max and it’s super easy to do.

 

Installed my @TUFSKINZ accents and while I was at it, I changed my shifter indicator light to a Blue LED version. Lift tomorrow !

 

Just a side note but in doing the “AC drain mod”, a lot of people seem to basically couple the OEM drain to a new length of hose using a smaller diameter brass coupler or something similar. My opinion is this only makes the drain that much smaller and essentially allows moisture/gunk to build up around the coupler when that can completely be avoided instead by getting yourself a larger diameter piece of tube and sliding it over the existing drain (secure snug with a hose clamp if you want). The original 2nd gen owner thread on this mod does it with the larger diameter tube and to me that’s the better method.

 

Sold my 5 33’s to a fellow member & Mounted up my now-larger matching spare. The 35” still fits nicely with my bottle jack setup.

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/diy-bed-mount-spare-tire-bottle-jack-all-in-one.588170/

 

Yes they are!

Side question, anyone know of a touch up paint that matches real well with the MR701's Bronze? Trails out in Colorado are narrow and slight dings on the wheel's outer edges does happen..

 

I put a GreenLaneoffroad aluminum skid on. Haven’t seen anyone else with this manufacturer, cant wait to see how it hold up.

 

A little spring maintenance. Hit the roof rack with the wire wheel to get rid of a little rust. And reapply the spray on bed liner. Lasted 3 years.

 

Installed some Spidertrax 1.25 spacers! Love the look and the ride!

 

I highly recommend getting some spindle gussets welded on with use of spacers. Wheel spacers cause a bit more leverage on the front wheel bearings and spindles.

Stance looks good!

 

Three weeks ago replaced the stock SR5 front/back struts with TRD Offroad Bilsteins.




This weekend replaced spark plugs. Both jobs as you can see were well needed.

 

I really dig that blue tone! Which bulb/brand did you use?

 

Replaced the fucked up reverse LED pods



Mashed it offa a couple rocks and hillsides. Started leaking then this happened.

Gotta love cheapy LED pods offa Amazon. I’d be pissed if they weren’t 10$

 

Cool, front wheel drive Taco’s are TIGHT!!

 

Finally breaking her in...

 

That looks good man

 

I didnt even think of that ... what diameter hose are yall using... also having any issues with it flopping around?

 

Picked up some P21S and gave the engine bay a scrub for the first time. I've always rinsed it but never a complete clean.
I know I missed some spots! I need to give it another thorough cleaning.
Don't forget to clean under the engine cover!

 

Modified the front bumper, grill, and driver side fender Saturday night with a 120# Doe (3 days after I bought it). Now to go back to OEM or something aftermarket and a little more rugged...these are the decisions that I'm happy to be making, considering the circumstances.

 

Thanks, you can pick it up here:

https://www.superbrightleds.com/mor...md-led-miniature-wedge-retrofit-car/228/1069/