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New to me Tacoma 2002

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by GLOOMY, Jul 1, 2023.

  1. Jul 1, 2023 at 5:18 PM
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    I was able to find this Tacoma 02 2wd in excellent condition on Craigslist with only 136k mi.

    What are some good mods to do?

    Needing new shocks due to a slight bounce on the road, any recommendations?

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    PennSilverTaco Encyclopedia of useless information...

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    Intermittent windshield wipers if the truck doesn't have it already, backup camera, window tint, new wheels...
     
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    I like your thinking, like a “Dark-Yoda” build. :turtleride:
     
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    Sicyota04 Slowly but surely.

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    Oh that’s tempting with some chrome 15’s or powder coating OEM wheels black. West coast style!
     
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    Bilstein 4600s, Neoprene seat covers, rims/tires...

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    How do those 4600’s feel? I actually am looking to order some to get rid of a bouncy ride. Sweet truck :infantry:btw!
     
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    $289 NEW BILSTEIN FRONT & REAR SHOCKS FOR 95-04 TOYOTA 2WD TACOMA WITH 5-LUG WHEELS, GAS PRESSURE SHOCK ABSORBERS, BASE DLX, 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004
    4600s are great. They are easy to install (see youtube videos). But I did need to file down the top threads on in order get a wrench around them to tighten them. Otherwise they spin when tightening. Strange.

    I replaced alot of the plastic on my truck too: Mud flaps, window sills, wind deflectors and brake/turn signals lights etc. I also added an after market quality rear chrome bumper, chrome grill and found an OEM chrome front bumper at a chrome shop. All of these small swaps had the overall effect of making the truck look new.
     
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NEW BILSTEIN FRONT & REAR SHOCKS FOR 95-04 TOYOTA 2WD TACOMA WITH 5-LUG WHEELS, GAS PRESSURE SHOCK ABSORBERS, BASE DLX, 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004
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