What Have You Done To Your 3rd Gen Today?

DNguyen1033 · Aug 3, 2021

Driver side grab handle, gmrs radio, RC light bar, hiline bumper. I’ll clean up the wiring. Didn’t have time today.

ClassyTacos · Aug 3, 2021

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Meso hex rack and gas hole. Nevwr would have known it existed if it wasnt for @ClassyTacos . Your install was playing on the radio while i put this in my friend. Im the dude "knivesbymark" chatting with you on your youtube channel. This rack will be holding the dogs first aid kit, a flash light and Possible a fishing rod or two. Its mostly for the dogs stuff ill need to get at quickly right now.
And i had to add a new scan gauge. I let my old one go with my Xterra when i sold it. The scan gauge wires are completely hidden with it mounted there. Easy and no effing around.
Kane was pissed we werent going anywhere, kept standing at the open doors looking at me as if saying , wtf dude.
Oh, and some asshole bird almost took a shit on my vacuum cleaner. Bastard.

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Looking real good. Thanks for that, it's nice to know who you're talking too.

Forest Moon · Aug 3, 2021

Cleaned and treated my F1 tonneau cover with Access Cover Care before work this morning. Following the directions, I ended up using at least 2/3 of the 24oz bottle. I'm happy with how it came out and I'll probably do it again sometime before winter.

18Tacos · Aug 3, 2021

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Cleaned/RainXed the windows in prep for my 200 mile drive. Also gonna put the first tank of gas in it. I've gotten over 300 miles with an estimated 100+ to go. New experience for me. Just tanking up so I don't have to do it on the drive
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Start the mods and say goodbye to that stellar gas mileage

Rellims · Aug 3, 2021

$23 Shackles 3/4" (2 PACK) LIBERRWAY D ring Shackle Rugged Unbreakable 28.5 Ton (57000 Lbs) Maximum Break Strength with 7/8'' Pin Bow Screw Heavy Duty D Ring for Vehicle Recovery, Red

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B077N4VNS9?ie=UTF8

DAS Taco · Aug 3, 2021

oostroma said: ↑

What mod is that under the headlight?
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I dig chrome so I find things like that on AliExpress. The back plate comes without the TRD, that's something I attached myself using 3M tape. The red grill TRD emblem is metal, also AliExpress and it only costs like $2 CAD...unlike some other resellers that charge $18 US plus shipping...

Saturnine · Aug 3, 2021

DAS Taco said: ↑

I dig chrome
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They do exist!

oostroma · Aug 3, 2021

DAS Taco said: ↑

I dig chrome so I find things like that on AliExpress. The back plate comes without the TRD, that's something I attached myself using 3M tape. The red grill TRD emblem is metal, also AliExpress and it only costs like $2 CAD...unlike some other resellers that charge $18 US plus shipping...
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I've been contemplating doing something with that blank spot under the headlight. What you did was one of the things I was thinking of.

DLRIII · Aug 3, 2021

WaitingOnMyR1T said: ↑

It’s going to end up looking something like this in that opening in the bed.

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Oh shit that's awesome

Tacomernator · Aug 3, 2021

Fortune Taco said: ↑

I installed my red smoked Alpharex taillights

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Those look great on your taco!

flafos · Aug 3, 2021

Digging Holes said: ↑

Added the MESO vent rings in black and the engine start ring and 4WD selector ring in MGM. Only chrome left inside is the steering wheel emblem. Anyone have any suggestions?

Also got my 30” Diode Dynamics light bar swapped to yellow DOT fog for all of the lenses. Had a combo setup previously but wanted to use it more and thought could use the additional fog lights for snow and other poor visibility situations. At the same time I put on the MESO headlight trim plates. I have to say, not sure those are worth the effort unless you already have the front bumper off for some other reason. I think they look good though!

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I just ordered one of these. Anything is better than the big chrome emblem in your face lol.

DAS Taco · Aug 3, 2021

oostroma said: ↑

I've been contemplating doing something with that blank spot under the headlight. What you did was one of the things I was thinking of.[/QUOTE
There are painted to match pieces that I believe require you remove the trim. My cheap alternative does the trick for me.
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devale · Aug 3, 2021

WaitingOnMyR1T said: ↑

It’s going to end up looking something like this in that opening in the bed.

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Is that yours?

WaitingOnMyR1T · Aug 3, 2021

devale said: ↑

Is that yours?
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Nope, it’s from BAT. 2nd Gen done by the same shop.

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/2013-toyota-tacoma-5/

FatGandalf · Aug 3, 2021

WaitingOnMyR1T said: ↑

Nope, it’s from BAT. 2nd Gen done by the same shop.

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/2013-toyota-tacoma-5/
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Mind if I ask what that runs cost wise?

WaitingOnMyR1T · Aug 3, 2021

FatGandalf said: ↑

Mind if I ask what that runs cost wise?
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I have no clue, you’d have to ask @SanFelipeRat. I’m also curious.

chuam · Aug 3, 2021

sagexp said: ↑

Yes, black silicone and masking tape, then tool the top edge at front rail with a flat edge, or slight damp finger the concave edges. Tape off, apply silicone, tool, make sure I've got a clean joint, pull the tape, and done. Also used foam "backer rod" in the gap at the front rail, under the openings at the bottom corners of the bed, and at the front upper corners of the bed before I applied sealants.

Doesn't quite look like it there, but I did pull the front rail caps, silicone under the caps, then re-inserted the rail caps. May have to hit them with a smidge of sealant just to be sure as there is the tiniest of gaps there. With all the odd openings to the bed though, that little minute gap will be the least of my worries.

Not sure I can achieve it, but goal is to have a nearly completely dust free bed without needing to use the positive pressure vent on the RLD canopy. That could be a pain during summer monsoons, opening and closing that vent continually as conditions dictate. Can't see how that vent won't allow ridiculous amounts of water into the bed during rains. Going to water and dust proof anything I can possibly find and hope for the best. If I still need to use the positive pressure vent on longer dusty runs, so be it.
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I've got the positive pressure vent on my RSi. Been through some pretty good downpours and it doesn't leak. The only time I've had water intrusion is going through the car wash.

chuam · Aug 3, 2021

St0rm-Tr00per said: ↑

Took a nice pic of my Tacoma with one of the Broncos we restore/maintain (recently back from Oshkosh) this morning.

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A cement taco next to that OV-10 would be a pretty sick picture.....

mr.rick · Aug 3, 2021

skeletron said: ↑

Finally put on this stupid Westcott kit, Icon tubular UCAs, superbumps, and Icon AAL. Tires and alignment on Tuesday!

Impatiently waiting for Archive HH and ubolt flip/yellow bumps so I can throw them in too
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What was the issue with the westcott kit? Problems with it? Or was it just a pain to install?

RallySOP · Aug 3, 2021

chuam said: ↑

A cement taco next to that OV-10 would be a pretty sick picture.....
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I’ve got a cement taco if anyone want to provide access to an ov-10, or better yet an A-10

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