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What Have You Done To Your 3rd Gen Today?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by hamiltonuh60, Nov 4, 2015.

  1. Nov 19, 2022 at 8:45 PM
    scouterjan

    scouterjan Well-Known Member

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    I don't understand the need to upgrade to LED license plate bulbs
     
  2. Nov 19, 2022 at 8:49 PM
    RIX TUX

    RIX TUX no ducks given

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    I like them brighter - I'm going to put some on my front plate too
     
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  3. Nov 19, 2022 at 8:58 PM
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    That looks like a front rail on your bed; I also have a '22 TRD OR and I don't have that. I'm connecting enough little gadgets to my rails that I'm jealous.

    My budget was $10 for 4 mini tiedowns. I also used some T-nuts that slide into the rails to attach Wrap-It straps and a shovel bracket as a low budget but not as good as MOLLE option. Pictures are here in this past post.
     
  4. Nov 19, 2022 at 9:13 PM
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  5. Nov 19, 2022 at 9:29 PM
    RIX TUX

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    3RD gens don't have the front rail - but you can order one from the 2nd gen that fits perfect with no drilling - holes and screws are already there - the oem rail is pretty stout too and got it for 38 at dealer ...... nice mod for your shovel too
     
  6. Nov 19, 2022 at 9:41 PM
    RIX TUX

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    depends on the wheels too
     
  7. Nov 19, 2022 at 10:03 PM
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  8. Nov 19, 2022 at 10:41 PM
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    I like the white lights of LEDs. On my observation, the direction/beams of the 3rd Gen LP lights are pointing on all sides and up to the backup cam. That’s why some of us are doing the mod after the led upgrade. I believe the 2nd Gens and other vehicles have more directional/focus lenses that points/shines directly to the LP. Some even have some sort of a louver…here’s an example.https://www.amazon.com/VIPMOTOZ-Ass...oma+license+plate+light&qid=1668926587&sr=8-4
     
  9. Nov 19, 2022 at 11:06 PM
    RIX TUX

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    there is a tire upgrade thread you can search for
     
  10. Nov 20, 2022 at 12:58 AM
    Tacoma boy

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    MulletTaco Wannabe prerunner

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    Removed some stuff, added some stuff.
    How hard was it to install though? I was looking into that and passed because it looked like I had to squeeze my hand between the head rail and cab to get to the nut on the other end of the screw :anonymous: and I audibly said “yeah no fuck that.”
     
  12. Nov 20, 2022 at 3:27 AM
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    Is the 3rd Gen Front Rail available for a 3rd party? Hate to even enter my Stealership:crapstorm:
     
  13. Nov 20, 2022 at 3:57 AM
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    Thanks! I never was a fan of the "thousand exposed bolt" look of some other wheels; this suits my tastes very well lol.
     
  14. Nov 20, 2022 at 4:54 AM
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    it was the load on the trailer…
     
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    There’s none of that. Just undo the bolts, place rail, reinsert bolts. Installed.
     
  16. Nov 20, 2022 at 5:21 AM
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    TacoTime55 TT57

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    Same reason for me. I did the interior transition to LED as well and I'm not blinded by the light. (ELO)

    Subtle difference but preferred for sure.

    Halogen

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    LED

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  17. Nov 20, 2022 at 6:06 AM
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    Here comes the lipstick
     
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  18. Nov 20, 2022 at 6:14 AM
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    Not to butt into this post but just remember, believing something doesn't necessarily make it true. And not believing something also doesn't necessarily make it false either!! Our belief has no impact on what is truth or false.
     
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  19. Nov 20, 2022 at 6:19 AM
    Tacospike

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    Yes
     
  20. Nov 20, 2022 at 8:13 AM
    ClassyTacos

    ClassyTacos I must know whats on page 47

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