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New to me 2003 Toyota Tacoma

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by SandysTaco, May 17, 2021.

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  1. May 18, 2021 at 10:11 PM
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    Toyoda213

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    Sweet looking truck. 1st gens just look good
     
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  2. May 19, 2021 at 12:22 AM
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    $16k isn't bad for a truck in that condition in this market.
     
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  3. May 19, 2021 at 9:21 AM
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    For dear God's sake, DON"T mod that beauty! Pains my heart to think someone would disturb such a masterpiece, rare find at that. But, obviously it is yours and be happy with what you do or don't do!
     
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  4. May 19, 2021 at 9:26 AM
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    consider this, a stock 4x4 DC TRD will retain it's value over a truck with mods made. just something to think about. These are very capable trucks for off road unless your going to do some serious rock crawling. Maybe put a heavier duty skid plate on it and drive it like it sits, and see how you like it.
     
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  5. May 19, 2021 at 11:15 AM
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    haha don't worry I'm not planning my SAS yet... I just wanna upgrade some of the suspension components such she's about to start frowning. tinting fronts, floor mats, seat covers since i have a dog, just looking to do some cheapish mods
     
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  6. May 19, 2021 at 11:16 AM
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    Welcome to TW my guy!! I wish I had the chance to buy a tacoma when I was in hs!
     
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  7. May 19, 2021 at 11:18 AM
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    Of course, Im just looking to upgrade some parts, nothing to crazy yet. I'll be posting my build soon and I wanna get some advice fr the 1st gen guys
     
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  8. Jul 26, 2021 at 8:27 PM
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    Too many trucks and mods to list.. check builds
    crazy question/request here. buy could you grab a few photos of how those running boards are mounted. i just got some for my dads truck (he really wanted them) and i for the life of me cannot figure out how the hell they mount up. the brackets just seem odd.
     
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  9. Jul 26, 2021 at 10:04 PM
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    Hhmmm... It's interesting that the front mud flaps are missing. Did you remove them?

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