What Have You Done To Your 3rd Gen Today?

I guess it doesn't count for today, but I did install a pedal commander and re-installed my SSPv2. Seemed like the right thing to do. Anyone doing tunes in the Hampton Roads area?

 

Nice! I'm really happy with these Spotter mirrors too, and yea those connectors on the factory mirrors for the heater's were on there TIGHT! I used the same method you did to get them off. I like how the Spotter's have the heat symbol etched on to the face of the mirrors. Would be cool if they lit up when the heated mirrors are in use, but still a nice touch that the OEM mirrors don't have.

 

Back in like, 2012, a buddy of mine's, kid drove up one day when I was at their place. He had a nice 2010 standard cab long bed Tacoma. He was in High School (the son) at the time. Lets just say, the kid could take care of himself. He had some altercations with some wrestlers from another district, at a local match, and cleaned the districts, top wrestlers clocks, on the mat. When my buddies kid went to his truck to leave the wrestling match, his trucks paint and plastic was destroyed. Bubbled BAD. It got doused with ACID. Long story shortened, his insurance coverage didn't touch all the repairs and paint job.

End of story-- he had the paint, substituted for Red Rhino Liner, then a Rhino Liner Clear over top. It looked mint. It was hard to make a mark in it. All said and done, at about an 1/8" thick. LOL.
It always made me wonder, how much more weight it added to the rebuilt truck.

 

Had to modify my Rough Country bed molle panel to fit with my bed lights. Hopefully this helps some folks.

 

It may depend on the dealership. Brought mine in for 5k service. The taillights get moisture in them when I wash it and it makes a weird noise when I let off the accelerator once the truck it warmed up. The dealers response was that the tail lights are no longer under warranty because I put in aftermarket reverse bulbs and that they could not reproduce the noise. My response was: "Replacing a bulb voids the warranty?". The rep responded " yes, when it's not OEM". I drove the truck home and the it made the screechy noise they were not able to reproduce every time I let off the accelerator. So it sounds like the dealers have some leeway in justifying warranty. This specific dealer/service rep did seem to have interest in doing the right thing.

If anyone knows what causes a high pitch noise when the truck is warmed up, driven over 30 and the accelerator is slowly released- please let me know.

 

That's the shittiest dealer I have ever heard of. I would escalate that claim, and they have to prove a bulb voided the warranty.

 

Wow, my dealership put the 4Runner Pro wheels, with larger tires, on it for me and even swapped the TPMS in each wheel. They even bought my TRD Sport wheels and tires from me at face value.

 

Belts, rear end, A/C compressor, composite bed...any of these could be the problem.

 

First going to swap out the aftermarket for the OEM to take away the excuse and try again the next service. When that doesn't work I'll escalate it. Not a rush to fix just unimpressed with the excuses.

 

Different noise from belts. Sounds like its under the cab. Not really loud but in the area of the driveshaft.

 

Where fid you get the mirrors from?

 

Myself, I would buy the "stick-on" type, for better field of the spot area.

 

Check this thread out. It may have a solution for your problem.
https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/3rd-gen-diy-maintenance-quick-reference.406712/

 

Thanks.

 

Exactly what im looking for thank you!
any feedback on how these perform?

 

Just barely fits haha

Relations Race Wheels RR5-S 16x8 -12
BFGoodrich KO2 265/75/r16

No lift/level

 

My buddy likes the midland CB because it can be dual purpose, hard wired in the truck, or battery for handheld use. The antenna can also be the standard magnetic type, or the flexible portable type. We haven't tested out the range yet, but I'm sure it depends on the antenna setup Honestly, most use the GMRS frequency because of the ease of use and the abundance of handhelds.

 

Here is another thread that you may be able to find an answer.
https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/tips-and-tricks-on-the-3rd-gen-tacoma.411911/

 

Spotter Mirrors. https://spottermirror.com/p/toyota/spotter-mirror-for-2016-2020-toyota-tacoma-w-bsm/

 

Well, I have been on a kick lately to customize/improve my taco.... (19 SR)
between day before, yesterday and today I have purchased the following.....

Speaker upgrades (yup all of them!) including sound deadening (we all know the 19 SR audio is fair at best)

$120 Rockford Fosgate R169X3 6x9 260W 3 Way + R165X3 6.5" 3 Way Car Speakers Coaxial

https://www.amazon.com/Rockford-Fosgate-R169X3-Speakers-Coaxial/dp/B00GSUDFP8

4 Pack Speaker Connector Harnesses for Select 2001-2019 Toyota and Scion, Camry 4Runner, Subaru 2012-2019 Vehicles

https://www.amazon.com/Connector-Harnesses-2001-2019-2012-2019-Vehicles/dp/B08J4BXNNW

$17 Metra Electronics 82-8148 6" to 6-3/4" Speaker Adapter for Select Toyota/Lexus/Scion 1998-Up Vehicles, Black

https://www.amazon.com/Metra-82-8148-Speaker-Adapter-Vehicles/dp/B00IIC63P8

$18 Metra 82-8146 6" x 9" Front Speaker Adapter for Select Lexus and Toyota Vehicles, Black, Apple

https://www.amazon.com/Metra-82-8146-Speaker-Adapter-Vehicles/dp/B00IIC6CPE

$98 Subaru Genuine Tweeter Kit Kicker WRX STi Forester Crosstrek Impreza H631SFJ101

https://www.amazon.com/Genuine-Subaru-H631SFJ101-Tweeter-Kit/dp/B00PV6F8I2

$75 KILMAT 80 mil 36 sqft Car Sound Deadening Mat, Butyl Automotive Sound Deadener, Audio Noise Insulation and dampening

https://www.amazon.com/Kilmat-Deadening-Automotive-Insulation-dampening/dp/B0751CBXBT



usb power w/voltmeter going in empty switch port, probably going to tap into cigarette lighter power but I’m up for suggestions (it said it was for Toyota but I am not sure about fitment!!)

MICTUNING Upgraded Dual USB Port 6.4A QC3.0 Quick Charger with Blue LED Digital Voltmeter Replacement for Toyota, Compatible with Cellphone iPad PDA Laptop GPS (Surface Size 1.6 x 0.9"es)

https://www.amazon.com/MICTUNING-Upgraded-Voltmeter-Compatible-Cellphone/dp/B08PB972RF



Side emblem black. have an SR so I don’t have side emblems and don’t know if these will work
https://www.amazon.com/Blackout-Compatible-2015-2020-Marketplace-PT948-35180-02/dp/B08PZBJZ8S



Interior led lights (because the interior lights are kind of dim, like me)

$19 AUTOGINE Super Bright 6000K White LED Interior Light Kit Package for 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 Toyota Tacoma + Install Tool

https://www.amazon.com/AUTOGINE-Bright-Interior-Package-Install/dp/B0834MGNHM



glove box organizer

$20 JDMCAR Glove Box Organizer Compatible with Toyota Tacoma Accessories 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016，Insert ABS Black Materials Compartment Center Console Tray

https://www.amazon.com/JDMCAR-Compatible-2016-2019-Organizer-Upgraded/dp/B07RPM19KK



Chrome cover up! (Sometimes the glare blinds me)
https://www.ajtdesign-llc.com/onlin...oma-2007-Tundra-2010-4Runner-BLACK-p193146122
https://tvdvinyldecals.com/products...oard-blackout-kit-for-2016-2018-toyota-tacoma



Glove box 3d(ish) letter (they look cool)
https://www.ebay.com/c/25004265030



3D tailgate letter (also they look cool)
https://empyreoffroad.com/products/...med-raised-3d-tailgate-letter-inserts-plastic

though I took a fair amount of care and did my research it’s possible I got a part wrong (especially the side emblem cover ups and USB power) so please do your own research to find the correct parts for your vehicle

I tried to buy most stuff from Amazon for the easy returns and recommend it, especially if you are a prime member.

I am glad I got the SR because it’s like a clean slate I can make mine with upgrades. Plus I got an awesome price too.