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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. Jan 19, 2020 at 12:12 AM
    DG92071

    DG92071 Well-Known Member

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    $850 to powdercoat wheels is ridiculous. Multi-color? Pearl? That's crazy high.
     
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  2. Jan 19, 2020 at 12:14 AM
    DG92071

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    I dig the chrome on that truck.
     
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  3. Jan 19, 2020 at 6:00 AM
    EdgemanVA

    EdgemanVA Well-Known Member

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    There are plenty of similar devices on Amazon that work with Apple devices. I recommend doing searches on both the Apple App store and Amazon to ensure the app works with that particular device. I think I looked through the app store for the app I wanted to use, then found the latest version of a device on Amazon that worked with that app.
     
  4. Jan 19, 2020 at 6:02 AM
    EdgemanVA

    EdgemanVA Well-Known Member

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    Noooooooooo! LOL! Just to keep it aligned with your wheel query. :)


    Go Hokies!
     
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  5. Jan 19, 2020 at 6:12 AM
    TRDguyKC

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    What was explained to me was that the process to strip chrome is a lot more involved than other finishes. Most shops near me wont even quote me because they say it can’t be done.
     
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  6. Jan 19, 2020 at 6:33 AM
    Casper66

    Casper66 grumpy ass

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    Been looking at the Cooper AT3XLT's in 285's but most probably keeping the Maxx's in 255's so I only have to buy 4. These have been outstanding tires and with 57,000 miles still have decent tread
     
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  7. Jan 19, 2020 at 6:33 AM
    DG92071

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    That part flew right over my head hahahaha. I have a friend that owns a powder coat business and I'll ask him about it. I should be seeing him this week. San Diego ain't that far from you and you can see the beaches and the ludicrous gas prices while you're here (lol).

    edit: damn that looks like 7 or 8 hours of driving. It's further than I thought.
     
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  8. Jan 19, 2020 at 7:17 AM
    wmg

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    OOOO :dancingbacon: NICE!!!
     
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  9. Jan 19, 2020 at 7:22 AM
    jacpa

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    Wow aren't the maxx's an MT tire? Or are they AT? That's impressive mileage. I think I have around 20k on my Falken Wildpeaks so far so good
     
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  10. Jan 19, 2020 at 7:27 AM
    Casper66

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    I believe, they are considered a hybrid tire. Basically a very agressive at tire. Erated so heavy but heavy duty also

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  11. Jan 19, 2020 at 8:13 AM
    Xx Ares xX

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    If your considering paying for the chrome removal and powder coating for $850, I suggest selling your chrome rims to someone who wants them. Put that money toward a new set of rims you really want. You might actually come out ahead in the end.
     
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  12. Jan 19, 2020 at 8:58 AM
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    Thanks for that imfo
     
  13. Jan 19, 2020 at 9:02 AM
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    DAMM. Out driving yesterday and the ABS and brake warning light came on and stayed on. Guess it's time to go Jack it up and pull the front wheels off
     
  14. Jan 19, 2020 at 9:25 AM
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    I was thinking. why is everyone rolling their buggies?
     
  15. Jan 19, 2020 at 10:25 AM
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    Oil change (myself) first oil change I've done on a vehicle in 20 yrs lol.
    Installed new battery ...
    Had my Mickey's rotated/rebalance ...
    Kinda nice just doing regular maintenance on my Puddle Jumper lol

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  16. Jan 19, 2020 at 10:46 AM
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    Oh what a sacrilege a blue oval in a Taco. LOL
     
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  17. Jan 19, 2020 at 10:49 AM
    scouterjan

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    Pulled the wheels. Pads look great. Might be a sensor that is malfunctioning which doesn't surprise me wirh all the crappy weather it's been through last week
     
  18. Jan 19, 2020 at 11:06 AM
    Sasquatchtaco

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    My brother from another mother just came back from deployment in New Zealand and got me this patch. One of the coolest patches yet. :D

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  19. Jan 19, 2020 at 11:15 AM
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    F0AFDBCB-5345-4BEE-B54A-3A7AAC736650.jpg Cleaning her up
     
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  20. Jan 19, 2020 at 11:29 AM
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    What were the symptoms so you decided to replace it ?
    How many miles your truck ?
     

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