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2012 TACOMA MEGA-THREAD

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Layzboy, Feb 1, 2011.

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  1. Nov 6, 2011 at 12:19 PM
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    Icewatersteam

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    They did their initial systems check, and that was it. Sent the guy back in to fill the tank, at it came back out at three. Virgin as it gets. Runs beautiful! I've put just over three hundred on it, driving around in the mountains. I like the idea that it will run the course of it's life on 265/70/16s with the 95% nitro fill. Had the 245s on my earlier model for 25k before switching, and there was some natural creaking and such as it got used to the new shoes. Feels right. Breathes good. 21.5 mpg on it's maiden tank with 400lbs. of load weight. I'm in love!
     
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  2. Nov 6, 2011 at 12:22 PM
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    Fink

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    I'm on my 5th Toyota...I will never drive another vehicle if I can help it.

    Fink
     
    Fink, Nov 6, 2011
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  3. Nov 6, 2011 at 1:12 PM
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    ETAV8R

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    ETAV8R, Nov 6, 2011
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  4. Nov 6, 2011 at 5:48 PM
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    Finally got to see one in person this weekend. Love the way it looks from the front but the sides of the front bumper still look a little odd and out of place. Not horrible but will take time to grow on me. Still disappointed that the roof Shark Fins are not painted. For a $34K+ vehicle you would think they would have color matched them like the rest of the line-up(I even think the Corollas are color matched.) Just still proves that the Tacoma is still the Red Headed step child of the Toyota line-up as they always cheese out on the little details that could make a big difference.
    I loved the gauge cluster. So much nicer than my 2010.
     
    neoflex, Nov 6, 2011
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  5. Nov 6, 2011 at 7:01 PM
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    especk

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    3" OME lift with 885 coils on nitrocharger 90000 shocks with 5mm trim packer on driver's side, TC UCAs, Rear OME Dakar leafs with nitrocharger shocks, All-pro U-bolt flip kit and 3* Toytec shims, extended rear brakelines, 16" Raceline Rockcrusher 887 wheels with 3.6" backspacking, BFG KM2 305/70/16 tires, Doug Thorley header, Doug Thorley catback exhaust, Volant CAI with ram air, Weathertech floor mats, Kicker 12" sub, Kenwood 500W RMS amp, Relentless Fab front and rear bumpers, 4.88 gears, custom flatbed with swing out tire carrier
    will the aftermarket offroad bumpers for the 05+ fit the 2012 models?
     
    especk, Nov 6, 2011
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  6. Nov 6, 2011 at 10:07 PM
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    Tunngavik

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    Tunngavik Well-Known Member

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    Anyone know the manufacturer and model number of the rear view mirror? Is backup camera the same as on the 2009-2011's?

     
    Tunngavik, Nov 6, 2011
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  7. Nov 6, 2011 at 10:11 PM
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    zul

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    zul Professional Goofball

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    HAVE: Bed mat, Tailgate Lock, Color-matched Grille, Weathertech Floor Liners, Avid Step Rails, RokBlokz mud flaps WANT: Rear Plate Bumper, Steel bed cage
    Here is the big Pyrite Mica thread:
    http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/2nd-gen-tacomas/16037-any-2009-pyrite-micas-out-there.html

    Not as many posts as some of the other colors because Toyota doesnt make a whole lot of them. But I love it! Mine will be Pyrite Mica as well :)
     
    zul, Nov 6, 2011
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  8. Nov 7, 2011 at 12:50 AM
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    anybody have any pics of a reg cab 2012 silver with the trd off road wheels in either silver or bronze ? also wondering if the hood guards are out yet - cant seem to find them !
     
    EvilEmpire, Nov 7, 2011
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  9. Nov 7, 2011 at 6:57 AM
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    Fink

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    That may be a tough combo to find, I haven't even seen that many 2011's in that configuration.

    Your best source for the hood protector right now will probably be Toyota.

    Fink
     
    Fink, Nov 7, 2011
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  10. Nov 7, 2011 at 7:33 AM
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    EvilEmpire

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    hi fink, tried toyota, they dont have them even listed in their parts computers yet ! just seeing any options before the salt flys !
     
    EvilEmpire, Nov 7, 2011
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  11. Nov 7, 2011 at 7:47 AM
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    Fink

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    It may just be too soon - the hood looks to be completely different than the previous years.

    Fink
     
    Fink, Nov 7, 2011
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  12. Nov 7, 2011 at 8:17 AM
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    xmadcowx

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    xmadcowx Old man club. Sold out to Ford.

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    I believe the camera display is bigger for 2012. For some reason I am thinking 3" from 2.5" but I could be off. As for model/manufacturer not sure.
     
    xmadcowx, Nov 7, 2011
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  13. Nov 7, 2011 at 8:18 AM
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    I think the new ones are 3.3" but I don't remember how big the old ones are.

    Fink
     
    Fink, Nov 7, 2011
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  14. Nov 7, 2011 at 2:44 PM
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    nut

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    nut she'll ride

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    TRD SKEWP DCSB 4x4 Silver Mica | URD TCAI/MAF CAL | BHLM | GrillCraft | FF Sliders | LED's All Around | 12v Constant On | EGR In Channel | 15% Tint | Trimmed mud flaps | Fog Light Anytime Mod | Debadged | Tailgate Hoseclamp | DTRL Switch | Disabled Lock Beep/Seatbelt Chime | Husky Liners | HID's | BedRug | WO Seat Covers | ABS Kill Switch | Oil Catch Can | Viper 5704 | Custom Carbon Cabin Filter | Backup Camera Anytime | 400W Anytime | In Cab Outlet W/USB | Firestone Ride Rites | Ams Oil All Around | 32" LED In Lower Grill | BlackVue DR500GW-HD |
    Hey I'm new! I'm in the process of pulling the trigger on a '12 Silver Mica TRD Sport DCSB A/T. OTD is gonna be $31,900 and that includes the 7yr/125K Warranty. Just thought I throw that in for comparison. A Lot of good looking trucks on here!
     
    nut, Nov 7, 2011
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  15. Nov 8, 2011 at 8:17 PM
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    Does anyone have any idea why Toyota.com won't let me build a REGULAR cab 4x4 with V6 Automatic? Is it possible to get one that way? Seems like an odd thing to not work. I'm also waiting to hear what the hell the deal is with the 2012 superchargers.
     
    Viper187, Nov 8, 2011
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  16. Nov 8, 2011 at 9:14 PM
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  17. Nov 8, 2011 at 9:15 PM
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    I was looking at a the Green Double Cab TRD 2012, I just wasn't keen on the Front end, the interior was nicer than the 2011, that Glossy Piano Black looks good..
    Then it came down to Deal time in the end I thought having an Extra $100 in my pocket was a better deal than a pretty interior and a green truck. I got a killer deal on a 2011 Double Cab TRD in Red cause it was the last one they had and the 2012 were rolling in.
    I was all happy with myself....until a week ago and a 2012 Green Double Cab TRD pulled up next to me at a set of Lights...... :(
    It was really nice...and I had buyers remorse...took that $100 bucks outta my pocket and Was "it is all your Fault, stupid money...this is why i hate you"


    But I still love my new Girl and won't give her up just cause the new girls are a little more pretty :D
     
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  18. Nov 8, 2011 at 9:35 PM
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    Tunngavik

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    There is no letters or numbers on the mirror?
     
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  19. Nov 8, 2011 at 10:07 PM
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    Fink

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    Not to make things worse, but going with a 2011 over a 2012 for $100 is not worth it IMO. If nothing else, $100 is worth having a vehicle that is one model-year newer for resale purposes.

    Either way, I love my 2011 and I got a smokin' deal on it.

    If only I could swap the interior with a 2012...

    Fink
     
    Fink, Nov 8, 2011
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  20. Nov 8, 2011 at 10:30 PM
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    anyone know differences w/ the stereo system on the '11 vs. the '12... i thought i heard that all '12 come /w USB port and aux port, ...not sure what the head unit is like though (better?)..?? also what about hands-free phone/bluetooth - standard in '12?
     
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