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Rank your mods in terms of best bang for your buck?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Tacomanchild, Apr 12, 2022.

  1. Apr 12, 2022 at 5:54 PM
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    Tacomanchild

    Tacomanchild [OP] asphinctersayswhat

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    Just curious, been getting the itch to start modding again. I'll start with my favorites for the money

    1. Hood Scoop (free)
    2. Used ARE Z series Bed Cap
    3. BHLM
    4. Goodyear Duratracs
    5. MBRP
    6. 10000k headlight bulbs
    7. KDMax
    8. Pro grille
    9. Method NV305s

    Just to name a few.

    What about you?
     
  2. Apr 12, 2022 at 5:56 PM
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    Chunk

    Chunk I smell Ice Cream!

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    It’s not Friday! No way this list is accurate for bang for buck! This is like a Two dollar Tuesday at the strip clinic one night late!
     
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  3. Apr 12, 2022 at 10:03 PM
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    tyepel

    tyepel Well-Known Member

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    Best/most used mod has been this USB outlet added to the cab along with the 400w anytime mod. Cheap, easy and used weekly.20201030_180844.jpg
     
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  4. Apr 12, 2022 at 10:19 PM
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    sbx22

    sbx22 Well-Known Member

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    Ugh, that's too much work. :confused:
     
  5. Apr 13, 2022 at 4:35 AM
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    TRD__Chris

    TRD__Chris Well-Known Member

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    Your hood scoop gives you the most “bang for your buck”? Mine doesn’t do a damn thing.

    The Anytime front/rear camera has been my most useful yet affordable mod.
     
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  6. Apr 13, 2022 at 4:38 AM
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    dnlskier

    dnlskier Well-Known Member

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    Taking the chin strap off :smack:

    One handed :headbang:
     
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  7. Apr 13, 2022 at 4:45 AM
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    FL_TRD Sport

    FL_TRD Sport Suffering from Severe Wallet Drain

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    KDMax Pro 10.0, Form Lighting Tail Lights, and more
    Obviously you aren't driving in the right places. Find the right road and you will need the wipers on so you can see through the panties thrown at you. :)

    Best bang for the buck mod (if you can count it as a mod) for me was the Rav4 radio buttons. $20 +/- and it makes the knobs actually useable.
     
  8. Apr 13, 2022 at 4:47 AM
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    ty.s07

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    I would have to vote for a projector retrofit. Not the cheapest mod, even if you DIY but definitely a huge improvement.
     
  9. Apr 13, 2022 at 5:26 AM
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    slowlane

    slowlane Well-Known Member

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    Best bang for buck is by far bed mat.

    I know not the most exciting "mod". But considering the price and the improvement over the slick plastic, nobody will regret getting a bed mat.
     
  10. Apr 13, 2022 at 5:31 AM
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    TaxEvader

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    I absolutely agree. Close second is replacing the interior lights with LED’s, makes finding stuff at night way easier.
     
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  11. Apr 13, 2022 at 5:43 AM
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    Skydvrr

    Skydvrr IG: @kalopsianick

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    Probably Kdmaxx first, then switch pro second. Tune is self explanatory, used every day. Switch pro makes adding accessories, so much damn easier!
     
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  12. Apr 13, 2022 at 6:04 AM
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    zoo truck

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    1. bed mat
    2. seat covers
    3. cosmoline for undercarriage
    4 a/t tires
    5. polished stainless steel trailer hitch plug
     
  13. Apr 13, 2022 at 6:07 AM
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    TS4x4

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    VFtuned/Tuner software.
    OVS 270 Awning: lifesaver at camp on a hot day
    Solar panel/jackary battery/fridge.
    Morimoto XB Amber LED. Huge improvement over my stock halogens.

    The rest are mostly fun/aesthetics.
     
  14. Apr 13, 2022 at 6:14 AM
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    INSAYN

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    DIY Fabricobbler.
    1. Title in hand.
    2. Bed mat.
    3. Softopper.
    4.. Aluminum rack I built to go over
    Softopper.
    5. On board air plumbed front and rear.
    6. 400w anytime.
    7. Front/Rear anytime camera.
    8. Seat jackers.
    9. Soon to install, 2Lo mod.
    10. ADS suspension, 33s, 4:88s, front locker.
     
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  15. Apr 13, 2022 at 6:14 AM
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    758_Moto

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    2019: Icon Coilovers/UCA/AAL, 16x8 Methods/285 Duratracs, URD Spec-U Exhaust, Nexus +P Tune 2004: Chaos LT w/Kings/62" Deavers/12" TC Shackles, Glassworks hood/fenders/bedsides, TRD SC, URD fuel mods/lightweight flywheel/10psi Pulley, JBA Headers, TT Supra MAF
    Nexus +P Premium tune by far best bang for the buck.

    Z Offroad LED Fogs on Amazon were a great buy at only $58. Look clean and put out a ton of light.

    Spec-U exhaust and Icon suspension not cheap but well worth the money as well.
     
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  16. Apr 13, 2022 at 6:17 AM
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    ohcaltexscar

    ohcaltexscar Out of Huckleberry Licorice…

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    Plasti-dipping the wheels.
     
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  17. Apr 13, 2022 at 6:19 AM
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    MNGTaco

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    So I never understood the radio knob thing because I didn't think the knobs in my '17 were that bad....then I traded up to a 2020 and holy crap do the knobs suck.... :rofl:
     
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  18. Apr 13, 2022 at 6:19 AM
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    reyldzz

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    So far my favorite mod(s) are my upgraded speakers + subwoofer. I upgraded the door speakers and tweeters with the Kicker plug-n-plays. Noticed the rear still sounded empty, so I added a 2-in-1 powered subwoofer. Sub and amp are in one enclosure behind my driver's side rear seat. Wiring was super easy. I went with a Rockford Fosgate p300 8". Definitely recommend.
     
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  19. Apr 13, 2022 at 6:25 AM
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    Off Topic Guy

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    Guess it depends on how many bucks you have. For me, the best bang for buck items are the ones I got stupid deals on, but it wouldn't be as much "bang" for someone who has to pay full price "buck" on.

    So here's my generic list for items at their typical cost:
    $0-10/ center console organizer tray
    $10-50/ used bed mat
    $50-100/ all weather floor mats
    $100-250/ window tint
    $250-500/ tune of your choice
    $500-1000/ AT/MT tires (on a steep sale or used at this price)
    $1000-2000/ camper shell

    Honorable mentions:
    Full suspension setup instead of camper shell
    DIY bed platform instead of bed mat
     
  20. Apr 13, 2022 at 6:25 AM
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    boston23

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    1) duratracs
    2) platidip
    3) full skid plates
    4) hondo garage radio knobs
    5) suburu tweeters
     
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