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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 3, 2020 at 12:58 PM
    Toysareus

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    I was used to having it on the column. But it was also in the way. The location it’s at now was not being used. It’s like looking out your rear view mirror. You get use to this location then. Since I tow a camper (nuCamp T@G XL—teardrop) I always monitor tranny and coolant temps. MPG is there, but don’t monitor, Alt output I do watch. I like where it is and will eventually get/be as used to it as it was on the column. I hope this answered your question? And the cord that comes with the scangauge II is long enough for this location.
     
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  2. Aug 3, 2020 at 1:03 PM
    Philrab

    Philrab Curator of useless knowledge

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    Ordered some touch up paint and clear. Going to get this old brown truck pretty’d up some, then when weather allows polish and wax. It’ll never be a beauty queen but at least I can keep it looking presentable.
     
  3. Aug 3, 2020 at 1:35 PM
    Musubi3

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    Thanks for your thoughts on it. You did answer my question.
    I also like to monitor the trans temps and mpg's. More mpg's now that I have an additional trans cooler and is no longer a concern.
     
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  4. Aug 3, 2020 at 1:42 PM
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    Cleaned out some out of service gear at work and snagged this old portable oxygen bag to use as a recovery bag.
    Now we’re bracing for this storm to hit.

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  5. Aug 3, 2020 at 1:45 PM
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    Yellow Fog Lamps, Ham Radio

    Magnificent. Im speechless. Thank you for saving that vehicle.
     
  6. Aug 3, 2020 at 1:49 PM
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    Please sir... Which trans code did you use? I can't get any of em to work on my '13. Does it even work with a manual trans?
     
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  7. Aug 3, 2020 at 2:20 PM
    The Wolves

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    Added a bed mat today. First thing I’ve added to it since I bought it.

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  8. Aug 3, 2020 at 2:43 PM
    Musubi3

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    I'm interested in your tailgate assist. Is that a custom setup? Could I see more pictures of what you have?
     
  9. Aug 3, 2020 at 2:55 PM
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    Hows the ride with the Whiteline bushings? Any noticeable improvements over stock?
     
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  10. Aug 3, 2020 at 3:11 PM
    Casper66

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    That pack will work very nicely. Do you already have a recovery shackle that will go into your trailer hitch reciever? Now you can start picking up some stuff here and there to have it ready. I can show you the little compressor i have for tires also. I'll go over a bunch of stuff with you when you are ready.
     
  11. Aug 3, 2020 at 3:14 PM
    The Wolves

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    I'd be interested in some knowledge about some good recovery gear I should have and an air compressor. Love the ARB but its a bit pricey. Wondering if there's another option that I could install in the bedside?
     
  12. Aug 3, 2020 at 3:27 PM
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    Some of these gentlemen who off road much more than I do can help you with that more than I. If you have no winch or places to mount rear shackles I would suggest a recory point for the front there are some that mount under and behind the bumper, for the rear if you have a reciever there are ones that mount in the reciever and mount a shackle you can hook to. As for a compressor, I have been usinga Tsounami from pepboys. Inexpensive, works well, easy to stow in a small tote with other recovery gear. A tow strap and a snatch strap, they aree not the same thing, is a must. A tire plug kit and tire gauge for repairs and reinflating your tires. Fire extinguisher, axe, shovel, a couple of good quality shackles, a jack, and a couple of boards to put under the jack if you are in soft ground conditions. These are just the basics but should be enough to help you get out of alot of situations. Communcations and a set of traction boards are a plus but not a neccessity. The best help is don't go alone if possible then you have somebody to pull you out. Randy @EatSleepTacos perhaps you can tell us what i missed.
    If you have a winch or rear plate bumper then there are addtional things that help
     
  13. Aug 3, 2020 at 3:34 PM
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    I really like my viair 400p. I just keep it in the bag
     
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  16. Aug 3, 2020 at 3:58 PM
    deekyn

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    The consensus on the forums seems to be that Vlair is a great cheap option. Plenty of people use portable harbor freight or Walmart type compressor. They work, but don’t last, and take forever. I personally have an ARB single mounted in the bedside cubby. It’s not suuuper expensive. It’s a little slow but airs up my 295s fine.

     
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  17. Aug 3, 2020 at 4:06 PM
    The Wolves

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    Thats exactly what I was looking at doing. Wasn't sure what other compressor that would fill up tires would fit. I have some basic tires now, but will be upgrading in the future. Wanted the bedside mount because I have air bags in the rear that I keep filled, to avoid the lean. And the valves for them are mounted to the rear license plate. Huge convenience having it there.
     
  18. Aug 3, 2020 at 4:11 PM
    The Wolves

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    I'll have to see if I have a front recovery point. I just need the receiver mount for the rear. Anyone know what break strength I need? I don't know much about those, is more better or do I need something more specific for a tacoma?
     
  19. Aug 3, 2020 at 4:14 PM
    deekyn

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    The bedside mount is worth it for me. I don’t like the engine or in cab mounting options. And I want my bed emptyish. Works great for me. My wife actually got me the ARB single portable, and I hardwired it to the battery myself. Works great. The bedside mount is pretty open but the compressor doesn’t seem to get too dirty in the cubby. Though there is some corrosion from road salt on the fittings ( fucking Wisconsin).
     
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  20. Aug 3, 2020 at 4:33 PM
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    Made an old jeep swing out fit my HC bumper and then took out on some trails this long weekend IMG_20200801_135750.jpg
     

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