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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. Aug 8, 2025 at 7:05 PM
    Musubi3

    Musubi3 Well-Known Member

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    I had a bumper similar looking to yours, although everything inside the bumper was very rusted as well. So, I replaced the bumper and my tow hitch since the to hitch was getting rusted. I replaced the tow hitch with a Curt brand one, which doesn't have the additional bumper supports like the original. I really don't believe it makes a difference. The main support is coming from the frame. I tow boats a lot and have never seen it be an issue. My thoughts.
     
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  2. Aug 8, 2025 at 8:46 PM
    20somethingwidataco

    20somethingwidataco Yes, my avatar is a real car.

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    How's the y pipe?
     
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  3. Aug 8, 2025 at 8:53 PM
    trdaddict

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    Engine - K&N High Flow Filter - Volant Intake w/ Ram Air - TRD Intake Accelerator - aFe Silver Bullet TB Spacer - XTP Intake Manifold Spacer - Mishimoto Transmission Cooler - Mishimoto Performance Radiator - TRD forged billet oil cap OEM - Evil Energy oil catch can kit - Engine cover dress-up - Flowmaster Super 44 Catback Dual Exhaust - aFe Y Pipe w/Converter Wheels - 17" Yokohama Geolander - TRD center caps Exterior - TRD radio antenna - XRunner Front Bumper - Custom Wing - TRD ABS Sensor covers - 3rd Gen TRD skidplate - Spyder LED headlights - SUPAREE LED fog lights - LED brake lights/high mount brake light/tag lights - Custom badging - 3D printed TRD rear bumper dome caps - TRD trailer hitch cap - TRD gas cap - Control arm/rear diff dress-up Interior - AZA Carbon Fiber Racing Steering Wheel - LED lighting - TRD floor mat set - '13 Scion FRS Front Seats - Scion TC rear headrests - Custom TRD door lock cover kit - TRD racing pedals - TRD Gear shift - Carbon wrapped center console - Painted headliner WIP - 3rd Gen Front Grille
    a solid replacement for my leaking oem pipe. although id recommend not bolting new pipes to stock headers if they are in bad condition. same goes for old oem hardware
     
  4. Aug 8, 2025 at 9:24 PM
    tacokarl

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    400K+, hell yea! Looks great for such high mileage.
     
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  5. Aug 9, 2025 at 9:12 AM
    JohnDoeFasho

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    OTT Tune
    Huge help—just ordered it.

    Also, returning the OEM rear bumper reinforcement ($247 OTD) for this eBay one @tacokarl sent me across that is $62 shipped.

    All in, ~$530 vs ~$2200 OEM.

    Love this community—thanks fellas. Beers on me in future.
     
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  6. Aug 9, 2025 at 10:45 AM
    rblalliance

    rblalliance let the wookie win

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    Awesome!! Yeah, when I looked at the hitch the dealer wanted $1400 :eek: and I was like no way.. Post some pics when you done... here's a pic of when I did mine...

    IMG_1730.jpg
     
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  7. Aug 9, 2025 at 3:35 PM
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    Some electrical work under the hood.

    IMG_3453.jpg
     
  8. Aug 9, 2025 at 4:46 PM
    JohnDoeFasho

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    Remaining things sprayed:
    IMG_0820.jpg IMG_0821.jpg

    Candid shot of the lady while moving remaining stuff out of my house that flooded last year (RIP my once beautiful lawn):
    IMG_0822.jpg
     
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  9. Aug 9, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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    Nothing is more satisfying to me than clean electrical work. Nice job!
     
  10. Aug 9, 2025 at 7:07 PM
    TacoGuy1995

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    Finally back in a Tacoma! Totaled mine back in early 2024, bought a 4Runner then gave that to my wife. I've been driving a 2014 GMC Sierra for the last few months, but today I got myself a 2014 TRD Off Road in white. IMG_1255.jpg
     
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  11. Aug 9, 2025 at 7:15 PM
    JohnDoeFasho

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    OTT Tune
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9hoEYaLuDdc
     
  12. Aug 9, 2025 at 9:05 PM
    PaintFadeParade

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    How'd the fumoto attachment go? I've got one waiting to be installed with my next oil change.
     
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  13. Aug 9, 2025 at 9:06 PM
    PaintFadeParade

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    Changed the rear diff. fluid today. Glad to check another item off the list!
     
  14. Aug 10, 2025 at 8:42 AM
    elricfate

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    Finally swapped out the first battery I bought for the truck. Born on date of 9/2020 - so I'm not even mad that the plastic cracked a little around the retention strap and that's where there was minor leakage. Age and pressure did it. Five years on a three year warrantied battery, I'll take it. Slapped another one in place.
     
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  15. Aug 10, 2025 at 12:45 PM
    20somethingwidataco

    20somethingwidataco Yes, my avatar is a real car.

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    Whelp....... second time I've been part of a parking lot hit and run....... this one bothers me though. Not bad, but bad enough

    20250810_123935.jpg
     
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  16. Aug 10, 2025 at 12:48 PM
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    Does it look like paint scratches or other vehicles paint? This may actually buff out.
     
  17. Aug 10, 2025 at 12:59 PM
    20somethingwidataco

    20somethingwidataco Yes, my avatar is a real car.

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    It's straight to the plastic. Must have been knocked by a car painted with sandpaper
     
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  18. Aug 10, 2025 at 1:04 PM
    JohnDoeFasho

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    That sucks man. Sorry to hear that.

    On a related note, are there any good low-profile metal bumpers for the 2.0 gen? Haven’t found any that have blown my socks off besides maybe the C4 with the optional crossmember delete
     
  19. Aug 10, 2025 at 1:07 PM
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    Installed the drain mod kit today. Got it from @Vorra65 a few days ago. Super smooth sailing with the install. Thanks for making it so simple Vorra![​IMG]

    Drainmod1.jpg
    Drainmod2.jpg
     
  20. Aug 10, 2025 at 1:10 PM
    20somethingwidataco

    20somethingwidataco Yes, my avatar is a real car.

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    The c4 is the only thing id consider. Not looking to drop 1400 bucks and add weight though
     
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