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

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by kwalton, Feb 2, 2008.

  1. Aug 20, 2019 at 5:42 PM
    grlnbear04

    grlnbear04 Well-Known Member

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    I love the look and I just installed the same grill on mine tonight. How did you wire yours?
     
  2. Aug 20, 2019 at 5:58 PM
    SilverJack

    SilverJack no one

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    Hate it.....

    because that grill wasn't around when I rebuilt my front end and I'm wondering if I should have gone with 3 LEDs.

     
  3. Aug 20, 2019 at 6:00 PM
    Hunterdc1

    Hunterdc1 1st shift Waste Control stupidvisor

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    C-A-T-S CATS! CATS! CATS!
     
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  4. Aug 20, 2019 at 6:15 PM
    Kuntrykid

    Kuntrykid Tacoholics R Us

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    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/kuntykid-builds-a-taco.406341/
    :thumbsup:
    I'm pro raptor lights! I had them on my oem grill but haven't put in any on my mesh grill yet.
     
  5. Aug 20, 2019 at 6:45 PM
    MtnMan307

    MtnMan307 Well-Known Member

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    Weathertech floor mats, Bilstein 5100s front/rear, TSB leaf springs, Pioneer head unit, Mini D2S headlight retrofit.
    Today I dropped off my Taco at a shop to have 5100s put on tomorrow. I liked 5100s on my last Taco so hopefully this will square me away for 40-50k miles. The ride was pretty horrible and it affected handling and braking.

    I'm hoping this is the biggest repair/maintenance item it needs for now.
     
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  6. Aug 20, 2019 at 6:49 PM
    IvanhoeTaco

    IvanhoeTaco Well-Known Member

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    Total Chaos 3.5 LT, King Coilovers, 35x11.5r17 on Falcon T2, ADV 4 inch fiberglass, 4.88 gears, FJ cruiser transfer case, 4 runner front diff, Cab mount relocate, archive hangers, shackles, king 2.5x14 rear shocks, icon rxt leaf springs, king hydro bumps
    20190820_141341.jpg I picked up an 08 Fj cruiser tranny and transfer case ready to go in prerunner Saturday
     
  7. Aug 20, 2019 at 7:03 PM
    srspicer

    srspicer Paint it black

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    So you are converting a 2wd to 4wd?:thumbsup:
     
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  8. Aug 20, 2019 at 7:15 PM
    IvanhoeTaco

    IvanhoeTaco Well-Known Member

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    Total Chaos 3.5 LT, King Coilovers, 35x11.5r17 on Falcon T2, ADV 4 inch fiberglass, 4.88 gears, FJ cruiser transfer case, 4 runner front diff, Cab mount relocate, archive hangers, shackles, king 2.5x14 rear shocks, icon rxt leaf springs, king hydro bumps
    God willing. Crossmember courtesy of RST should be in tomorrow
     
  9. Aug 20, 2019 at 7:21 PM
    MightyMouseTom

    MightyMouseTom Balance off road vs on road performance

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    2inch lift, 285/75/17 Nitto Trails Grapplers, Billy 6112/5100s AAL, Alpine Design Cab mount relocation, TRD Supercharger w/URD pulley, Volant Ram Air Intake, TRD Exhaust, Katzkin, TechDeck, Ram mounts, Audio w/hideaway kicker amp, CBI skid, Custom grille, and SS3 fogs
    Yessssssss I’m living in Texas now so I don’t get to hear that too often!

    GO BIG BLUE!
     
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  10. Aug 20, 2019 at 7:29 PM
    MightyMouseTom

    MightyMouseTom Balance off road vs on road performance

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    I ran mine to my side marker using T-Caps. Was actually super simple and made me feel at ease with the splicing.

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    Nah man, it’s different and unique to you. I’d leave it
     
  11. Aug 20, 2019 at 7:45 PM
    Austinguy

    Austinguy #FreeManer

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    Secrets
    So was it a direct fit? Would you recommend?
     
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  12. Aug 20, 2019 at 7:48 PM
    Kuntrykid

    Kuntrykid Tacoholics R Us

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    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/kuntykid-builds-a-taco.406341/
    I'm about to hit 71k on factory suspension lol
     
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  13. Aug 20, 2019 at 7:58 PM
    Kuntrykid

    Kuntrykid Tacoholics R Us

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    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/kuntykid-builds-a-taco.406341/
    Been working on this lil project today! Pelfreybilt is nxt when I get a chance.
    Underside of skid
    20190820_224423.jpg face bn of skid
    20190820_224358.jpg
     
  14. Aug 20, 2019 at 8:00 PM
    michael roberts

    michael roberts Well-Known Member

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    powder coated hood support.
    Washed it, Got tired of my Girlfriend nagging me about "why is your truck always so dirty". Well I told her : "because it's a truck".
     
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  15. Aug 20, 2019 at 8:52 PM
    foxrcing07

    foxrcing07 KO7FOX

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    I’m curious to see how it fits with their cross member and how far the shifter sticks up thru the floor
     
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  16. Aug 20, 2019 at 8:55 PM
    IvanhoeTaco

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    Me too. I want tcase handle right in little rectangle next to shifter. I'm not doing twin stick either.
     
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  17. Aug 21, 2019 at 2:31 AM
    TigerTacoma

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    Dobinson’s coils and shocks. SOS sliders, ditch light brackets, and front skid. Rigid ditch lights. BFG KO(dos) More minor stuff.
    Only one top cat.
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  18. Aug 21, 2019 at 3:21 AM
    Sig45

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    Yes, direct fit. Reception seems the same at my house. But not sure how it may be impacted in more rural/remote areas.

    Edit - I wasn't able to pick up my favorite radio station/morning show on the drive to work. I'm in southern Maine and the station is just over the border in NH.

    OEM is going back on.
     
    Last edited: Aug 21, 2019
  19. Aug 21, 2019 at 4:42 AM
    kidsmoke

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    yup, i've tried a couple smaller whips, and in every instance there's a loss in performance. By the way Sig...them's my old stompin' grounds. Whole family is still there. Is your handle a nod to the Firearms manufacturer over in my old home town of Exeter?
     
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  20. Aug 21, 2019 at 4:51 AM
    kidsmoke

    kidsmoke Well-Known Member

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    Alright man, I gave you a few days. My main question is does the USB used for apple carplay do a good job charging the phone? Frustrates me that the USB on my Taco will maintain but BARELY charge my phone. Any other critique of the unit is also welcome. Did you upgrade any other components of the system?
     
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