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

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by kwalton, Feb 2, 2008.

  1. Jan 16, 2023 at 3:39 PM
    Robsharp06coma

    Robsharp06coma “Better to be a warrior in the garden than a”

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    I haven’t had a single problem in almost 2 years. Just because you had a shit situation doesn’t mean they’re all junk. That’s an immature assessment.
     
  2. Jan 16, 2023 at 3:47 PM
    essjay

    essjay Part-Time Lurker

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    Finally got around to finishing up my rear seat delete. Next up: Full-width, extra-height fridge/puppy platform.

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  3. Jan 16, 2023 at 3:55 PM
    loyaltothetaco

    loyaltothetaco It's part ATV, part SUV, and certified by the DMV

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    I like the molle panel, did the same thing behind my rear seats. Way better use of space with all the pouches mounted
     
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  4. Jan 16, 2023 at 3:56 PM
    mchabot1987

    mchabot1987 Well-Known Member

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    Yes
    I've had 2 Spyder products and both were junk. Hit or miss I guess.
     
  5. Jan 16, 2023 at 3:58 PM
    Robsharp06coma

    Robsharp06coma “Better to be a warrior in the garden than a”

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    I’m running headlights and taillights and so far they are flawless. ‍♂️
     
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  6. Jan 16, 2023 at 3:59 PM
    Robsharp06coma

    Robsharp06coma “Better to be a warrior in the garden than a”

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    What were the issues?
     
  7. Jan 16, 2023 at 4:14 PM
    mchabot1987

    mchabot1987 Well-Known Member

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    Mine were peeling on the lens on my 2nd gen and then fogging up. And on my 3rd gen the lights were flickering. I love the looks but I just went with smoked OEM lol
     
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  8. Jan 16, 2023 at 4:15 PM
    Robsharp06coma

    Robsharp06coma “Better to be a warrior in the garden than a”

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    Fog seems to be the common complaint with them.
     
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  9. Jan 16, 2023 at 4:26 PM
    UnloadedRex

    UnloadedRex Tire and alignment guy

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    Bilsteins 5100, dobinsons coils, Apex Badlands winch, and lots of stickers
    Today I drove a supercharged charger after doing an alignment on it at work. After that I gave the magnuson supercharger some serious thought, the feeling you get in your heart and your loins listening to the supercharger is beautiful. Am I willing to cough up 6k for nice sounds though? :spending:
     
  10. Jan 16, 2023 at 4:29 PM
    NavyDiver72

    NavyDiver72 I DO ALL MY OWN STUNTS

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    Any Mods? One. Maybe two, tops...
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  11. Jan 16, 2023 at 4:57 PM
    Robsharp06coma

    Robsharp06coma “Better to be a warrior in the garden than a”

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    So many people need to see this.
     
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  12. Jan 16, 2023 at 5:09 PM
    NavyDiver72

    NavyDiver72 I DO ALL MY OWN STUNTS

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    Any Mods? One. Maybe two, tops...

    Agree. For some people that modify the suspension height on their truck, that is an afterthought…:thumbsup:
     
  13. Jan 16, 2023 at 6:52 PM
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    Retired/Hobbyist old as f***
    My oldest daughter had a new 2011 Mustang Shelby with a supercharged 5.4. I had late 90's LT1 Camaro and a built LT4 Camaro. Nothing compared to that supercharged Ford. No matter what speed you punched it you were dodging mailboxes. I almost traded my 3rd gen Taco up to a used ZL1 Camaro but my common sense talked me out of it. Superchargers are the shit.
     
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  14. Jan 16, 2023 at 7:13 PM
    KingTaco247

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    Did maintenance this past weekend. Oil change and brake fluid flush. Check out my homemade adapter lol

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  15. Jan 16, 2023 at 7:51 PM
    point45

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    Aren't those power bleeders the best. Someone showed me that and it blew my mind. Also bought the one to fill fluids, no more pumping and squeezing bottles of gear oil.
     
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  16. Jan 16, 2023 at 9:01 PM
    Andy Standard

    Andy Standard To the Window, to the Mall. All the Tacomas Crawl

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    Anyone know the part number to the lower bolt for the 2011 headlights? The spot where you have to remove the liner to get to? I seem to be missing both of mine from my headlights.
     
  17. Jan 16, 2023 at 10:24 PM
    burrito782

    burrito782 Shit Throwing Ape

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    You talking about the one circled in red below (P/N 90105-A0076)?

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  18. Jan 17, 2023 at 4:27 AM
    fasteddieyj

    fasteddieyj Well-Known Member

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    Nice. I know what I'm building this weekend.
     
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  19. Jan 17, 2023 at 4:33 AM
    dborrer

    dborrer Well-Known Member

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    It is my opinion and I stand by it... happy you've been luck, so far....
     
  20. Jan 17, 2023 at 4:46 AM
    elricfate

    elricfate Well-Known Member

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    I mean, yes, but also, no. There is overwhelming evidence presented, literally everywhere, they're junk. They look neat, they have great advertising, but they're lowest common denominator in parts quality and durability. The lenses are cheaply made poor quality fresnel blobs, their solenoids die prematurely and the bulbs they ship with, the one thing that's easy and inexpensive not to mess up, are crap. It should tell you something that they're so cheap to purchase even compared to just an OEM reflector.

    No one is bagging on you for wanting them or liking them, but no one will sugar coat that they're crap. I'm glad you're happy with yours but facts are facts.
     

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