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Discussion in '2nd Gen. Builds (2005-2015)' started by GEORGE STRAIT, Jul 11, 2012.

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  1. Jul 11, 2012 at 11:01 AM
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  2. Jul 11, 2012 at 11:10 AM
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    Looks good dude, love those wheels. Your plans sound good too, I say derp the front emblem, color match the grill, and maybe add some fog lights. Good job so far though!
     
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  3. Jul 11, 2012 at 1:26 PM
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    nice, poo flinging FTW
     
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  4. Jul 12, 2012 at 9:00 AM
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    Well, I spent the money on a magnaflow this morning. I do know that butt dyno is inaccurate, but I think I picked up maybe a couple of HP, because it feels like it slightly has more get-up. However, I have eliminated the desire for a CAI because this thing is LOUD AS FUCK. I guess I didn't know what to expect as far as sound goes. It sounds badass when I start it up, a nice low rumble, but anytime I get above 2000 rpms it is pretty damn loud. I don't think I want to take it off yet, but is there anything the shop can do to make it any quieter in the cab?
     
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  5. Jul 12, 2012 at 9:06 AM
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    I'll post a video of it tonight
     
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  6. Jul 15, 2012 at 6:57 PM
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    I had that happen with a Durango. My wife didn't like it so loud so i took it back to the shop and they installed a resonator. It still sounded good but just a little mellower without the drone.
    BTW I like what you've done with your truck. I'm thinking about getting those wheels. Problem is I change my mind like 3 times a day.
     
    crawldad, Jul 15, 2012
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  7. Jul 16, 2012 at 7:03 AM
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    Thanks man. I change mine too. I can't decide if I want to lift it now, later, or when its time to get new tires, but I change my mind almost daily haha.
     
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  8. Jul 16, 2012 at 4:10 PM
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    How much difference did the resonator make? And I don't know much about them, but do they take away any of the performance aspects of putting on an aftermarket muffler?
     
    GEORGE STRAIT, Jul 16, 2012
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  9. Jul 18, 2012 at 4:15 PM
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    Work in progress. Extang tonneau cover, MB TKO 16" wheels with Hankook MT 245/70/16 tires, bed mat, UltraGauge, K&N drop in air filter, Amsoil Synthetic XL motor oil and filter, removable Fia' Bug Screens for front grill ; ARB winch bumper replacement installed; KC fog lights; Bilstien 5100's on front set to level out weight of bumper.
    Nice, clean look to your truck!
     
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  10. Aug 21, 2012 at 9:55 AM
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    Quick Update: I installed an AFE CAI on my taco, and after filling up the first full tank, I'm pleased to say my MPG went up by 2 mpg!!! I wasn't expecting this at all. There is also a definitely noticeable improvement in throttle response.
     
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  11. Sep 14, 2012 at 5:05 PM
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    Got a new job and a raise so I bought some Billys and an LCE Header! Pics to come when they arrive!
     
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  12. Sep 26, 2012 at 1:17 PM
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    Got my LCE header in today. Installation looks like its gonna be a bitchImageUploadedByTapatalk1348690622.885309.jpg
     
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  13. Sep 26, 2012 at 1:25 PM
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    I'm diggin the ride man you should add some more pix
     
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  14. Oct 6, 2012 at 12:50 PM
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    Finally got this bitch in today. Great purchase. I noticed a definite increase in low end. Compliments my CAI perfectly too. May need to get a different muffler because it seems as if it took away the low rumble that I liked and gave it more of a constant performance tone. We will see!
     
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  15. Oct 6, 2012 at 8:14 PM
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    Old pic I forgot to add ImageUploadedByTapatalk1349579637.828315.jpg
     
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  16. Oct 6, 2012 at 8:15 PM
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    Not 100% taco related, but took this cool pic while driving down I-10 tonight. Mobile bay is such a cool stretch of road. ImageUploadedByTapatalk1349579712.261839.jpg
     
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  17. Oct 6, 2012 at 8:25 PM
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    I think the CAI gave extra power because it effectively deleted the OEM intake's carbon secondary filter. You could put back the OEM intake, rip out the secondary filter, and get the power increase without any added noise. Run an AFE drop-in filter PN
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    http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/performance-tuning/2012-diy-secondary-air-filter-removal.html
     
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  18. Oct 6, 2012 at 8:27 PM
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    Hahaha. Good reference to your truck..:D
     
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  19. Oct 10, 2012 at 7:41 PM
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    If this is poo-flingin, I should be doing more of it. Truck looks great!
     
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  20. Oct 26, 2012 at 12:27 PM
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    Ordered some goodies today: Avid Lightbar and a 1.5" AAL from Toytec!
     
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