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Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by philliam1, Mar 8, 2021.

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  1. Mar 8, 2021 at 6:27 PM
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    A flat tailgate panel will be a nice flat surface to change a shitty bottom (and away from the cabin). I’m sure you can find a suitable changing pad in similar dimensions
     
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  2. Mar 8, 2021 at 6:32 PM
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    Boosted Money Pit....
    Tailgate def had a ton of action with diaper duty. The mountain hatch was nice for the kiddo
     
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  3. Mar 8, 2021 at 6:48 PM
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    89823251-024D-4034-9B4E-714476DE009E.jpg The Graco infant seat with this click connect is about as snug as you will get a car seat. You tighten the straps as much as you can and then fold that lever down and it snugs the living shit out of it. We bought 1 car seat and multiple bases so the grandparents didn’t have to buy The whole set up, only the base and the car seat just moves around with the baby.
     
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  4. Mar 8, 2021 at 7:08 PM
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    Indeed.... I just bought one of those.

    now I have my white taco and my new white sienna.. I’m expecting the second kid...
     
    Claudiomartinof, Mar 8, 2021
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  5. Mar 8, 2021 at 7:20 PM
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    8BE7A022-5E81-4CAA-96B8-204E1BA4FE72.jpg Need the “guardian” mod as well.
     
    Texas T, Mar 8, 2021
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  6. Mar 8, 2021 at 10:12 PM
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    5B4BD55D-6A00-4FDC-BBCA-11640862B3A6.jpg This was the day she came home. He’s only 4 months older than her
     
    Texas T, Mar 8, 2021
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  7. Mar 8, 2021 at 10:16 PM
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    FEA0CD2F-C6E9-4A33-A060-97FE4F249C88.jpg Sorry this is the first
     
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  8. Mar 8, 2021 at 10:20 PM
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    Nothing changed but her age. That’s not her dog, she’s his baby girl
     
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  9. Mar 9, 2021 at 12:34 AM
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  10. Mar 9, 2021 at 1:36 AM
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    Goodluck, I don't have any kids but I do travel with my nephews quite a bit. I would recommend, whenever your kid is forward facing, some kick mats to protect the back of your seats. Always have snacks/candy in the center console. :lalala:
     
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  11. Mar 9, 2021 at 4:58 AM
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    Is it the wrong thread though? haha!
     
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  12. Mar 9, 2021 at 5:04 AM
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    I am showing my wife your picture! Thank you for the advice and tid bits! Yeah we have 2 car seats and mom's car will be the primary vehicle but I still want to maximize the Tacoma if possible.

    I am so excited for this ride you have no idea!
     
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  13. Mar 9, 2021 at 5:05 AM
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    I have already asked if I could get extra ratchet straps for tying down the car seat in the truck bed. I will let you know how that goes!
     
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  14. Mar 9, 2021 at 5:09 AM
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    GENIUS!!! Any specific place I can get those straps at?
     
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  15. Mar 9, 2021 at 5:16 AM
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    I second his comment on vehicle selection!
     
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  16. Mar 9, 2021 at 5:19 AM
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    I can get behind this movement as well...
     
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  17. Mar 9, 2021 at 5:25 AM
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    Yep a big congrats. I'll reiterate what some have said that saved my trucks an ears.

    1- Yes to the liner under the car seat
    2- But even more important, learn how to install seat properly.
    3- See #2 above
    4- ear plugs if Mama is riding with you. Drown her and them out on long drives. :D No plugs if she isn't. You have precious cargo that YOU need to take care of and that includes listening. Period.
    5- See #4 above
    6- Drive safely as you have precious cargo.
    And finally:
    Seriously on # 2 #4 and #6. Period.

    And congrats again.
     
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    I am ROLLING at that! Thanks for the tips!
     
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  19. Mar 9, 2021 at 5:31 AM
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    Congrats!

    I'm surprised nobody mentioned these:
    1. Blue Ridge Overland Gear attic
    2. organizer for between the seats
    3. MESO light. crazy bright for finding your kids special bead they found on the ground somewhere, red for night time
    4. Blankets, wipes, paper towels, a few toys, Boo-boo kit (basic first aid with kid focused items), and a snacks
    BROG.jpg BROG_Red.jpg
     
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  20. Mar 9, 2021 at 5:35 AM
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    It’s going to get tight, and I mean real, uncomfortably tight (that’s what she said). If you can make it through that for a year or two, then you’re solid. Because the kiddo will eventually sit front facing and life will be good again... somewhat. Let’s not get ahead of ourselves. First, the car seat... stick an older towel down under any car seat. Don’t buy anything fancy. It’s going to get ruined at some point in time. You don’t really worry about the baby too much the first year in terms of making a mess in the truck. Wait for the toddler years for that! Biggest thing I took is always carry wipes and some extra diapers in any car. NOT just in the diaper bag. Plus, I use wipes to clean my interior when at a light or just sitting in the truck LOL! I also found this car seat (link below) to fit real nice in the taco. Debated it with my first kid but got it for our second kid and what a difference from the first time around. Many others also recommend this car seat in a thread somewhere because of safety rating and it’s compact design that fits nicely in our rigs. My last piece of advise other than make sure you sit your child In the center... take whatever you need out of the storage bins under the rear seats and make sure you buy two bases for the car seat. One for your truck and one for your wife’s vehicle. Trust me when I say this will make life easy. Be patient and enjoy the craziness that is to come. My daughter hated red lights.... I would sit and curse under my breathe for any red light to turn green lol but my son couldn’t car less.

    Chicco KeyFit 30 Infant Car Seat, Orion
    $210 Chicco KeyFit 30 Infant Car Seat and Base | Rear-Facing Seat for Infants 4-30 lbs.| Infant Head and Body Support | Compatible with Chicco Strollers | Baby Travel Gear
    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071L1NG6N/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_ZK3Q4913C77HVVE1QMK4?_encoding=UTF8
     
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