What Have You Done To Your 3rd Gen Today?

Get it a bath today.

 

Since I can't unsee the "eyelids" on the headlights, I suddenly "need" them and have to ask where you got them (because black trim looks so damn nice on the LR).

 

My tint/wrap shop custom-cut the matte black eyelids when they installed paint protection film on my headlights. However, I found an Etsy seller that sells "eyelids" that look identical to mine! I can't speak to the quality and fitment from this seller (because I did not purchase theirs), but it seems like a quick and easy way to get the same look.

Etsy Link:
"Headlamp top Protection Strip Tacoma 3rd Gen (2016-23)3M Wrap Vinyl"
https://www.etsy.com/listing/147789...7dtmhHRkys39j3yIbz6elybYuQsmsEdxoC9LkQAvD_BwE

 

Factor 55 Shackle to get rid of the hidious hook hahaha

 

Hi all… I’m driving myself crazy trying to learn about these new machines and all the options available for them.
Currently looking to swap the front grille out to a TRD Pro style one, however not wanting to spend the $400 at the stealership. I have a 2019 SR and it currently has this grille on it. Any recommendations? Like Amazon one or?
I just got the truck and I don’t think it has anything in the grille as far as cameras etc .. I think only lane departure feature.

 

I don't know for sure if this applies to our Tacos, or not, but industry wide, modern seat belts are not as strong as old school ones were, as they are made to work in conjunction with the airbags. these are the extremes that are gone to to reduce weight and costs in a factory situation (economics of scale) - YMMV

 

Yeah ... but the mullet was not flattering either.

 

Where did you get that front bumper from?

 

Front/back brakes, it had been a few years and she heavier now. Routine oil change. Will be changing out some vinyl on the next warm dry day.

question for the 35” tire gang, how do you keep track of the odometer being off? I’ve kept a running log of it’s probably 2000k/10k off so I’ve shortened my intervals on some things but nothing severely.

 

Hood struts and Carven exhaust. Tomorrow, or maybe today I'll be meeting with Paul from PNWTuning for the OTT

 

Paul from PNWTuning is a great guy. Lots of patience and really knowledgeable about Tacos, Tundras and the OTT tune. Ask lots of questions and be prepared to love your "new" truck!

 

Its a Warn 106252. I got it from TH Motorsports

https://thmotorsports.com/14101692-warn-106252

 

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I've noticed the bug deflector was a popular factory option on the 01-04 Tacoma. That's because the 95-00 models had this problem


I recall my 03 silver truck having a Toyota branded deflector right off the lot. My son had a 96 and that truck had no deflector... It also was infested with rock chips (not as bad as the one above).

I don't like the look of them (aside from the 95-00). I considered getting one, however I'm keeping an eye on things and touching up as needed. To me the 3rd gen front end is too bulky to begin with....adding another hideous plastic scab to the front may be beneficial, but it sure is ugly...so far my front end only has a handful of chips at 55k and none are too big.

 

Hey! Do you have a link?

 

Installed @Coupe 's narrow, adjustable TRD battery holder. This thing is legit - very well made. Hit him up as he is no longer making them and is selling off the last of his stock.

Parts


Old Setup


New digs



edit: these things are flawless. I was noticing in my pics the powdercoat looks flawed, this is my phones camera or image processing.

 

Very nice! The coating is good, just looks like a reflection of the surrounding trees.

 

So this happened yesterday so today I got it fixed debating if I should install the dumb license plate plastic piece.

 

I have a couple of those Battery Tie downs. (The other is for when I buy an AGM battery)

The one you just installed is the one I started with...I may have tightened it too much. Just keep an eye on it.

I ended up putting back the OEM.

 

I'd say if Texas isn't hardcore about having your front plate, leave the damned thing off!
I carry my front plate with me in case someone says something about it, but I figure I'll just say that I haven't gotten the mount for my winch bumper, yet.