What Have You Done To Your 2nd Gen Tacoma Today?

DANG! Thats some heavy duty aluminum. Its going to cost you some $$$

 

Well that’s way less intrusive than most of them I’ve seen, ordered one to give it a shot.

 

So I found some OEM TRD Off Road Bilstein shocks from a 2022 Tacoma; will the Bilstein struts work with the new Moog quick-strut springs, or do I need to source compatible coils too?

 

How did you get it out? I almost changed mine when I had the transmission out, because I couldn't see any other way to get to it.

 

4cyl, dont have the extra cat in the way

 

I finally replaced the battery in my 2013 key fob, doubt the original owner did, I’ve been meaning to and keep forgetting.
Got it a cozy little protective sleeve to wear as well.

 

Kinda steep at $80. I got the Tech Deck. Yes, it blocks the dash but thats the tradeoff. It can accommodate four Ram mounts. Fits my iPad also. $66 for the base model and $76 for the heavy duty model. I have the base and it is sturdy enough.
http://www.birddawgindustries.com/tech-deck.html

 

Well that makes a difference. I had my exhaust off too. Still couldn't see how I would get it out without pulling the transmission. Maybe through the wheel well, if I dissembled some stuff.

 

It comes off with 2 bell housing bolts on mine literally. took about 25 min to install and uninstall.

 

I like this, but it's a bit too pricey for what it does. I might make my own with some scrap metal and a dollar store phone mount.

 

I used raptor liner, pretty easy prep I just sanded the clear off of the roof, wiped everything down and let it dry inside the garage so no debris would fall on it. If you have the means to tape off the truck and spray the liner on the application is much smoother. I rolled mine on using a textured roller that came with the kit and if you’re not quick enough or stir it enough the mixture will start to harden and come off the roller a little lumpy. Had a few spots that weren’t as even as I’d like but still, I’d do it again if I had the choice. Easy to spray off and clean with a pressure washer and has kept its texture and shade of black after a year and a half. Hope this helps.

after sanding clear coat


after applying liner

 

This here’s the second gen thread, whatchu doin round these parts…

Welcome to TW!

 

I appreciate the info. I may make an attempt to wet sand the clear coat and spray new clear coat first. Still on the fence.

 

New wheels, tires last week. Custom decals showed up today. Done for awhile!

 

Removed the valve cover, ac compressor bracket, and few other minor pieces

 

I had to disconnect the front of the front drive shaft and wiggle it out that way. had about 1/32" clearance if angled properly

 

Pulling the timing cover?

 

Plumbed up my Moroso catch can today

 

Yes, it has a bad leak by the alternator.

 

nice Black taco @Tatanka digging the bronze decals!