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update front end?

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by So.Cal Taco, Jul 24, 2009.

  1. Jul 24, 2009 at 8:45 AM
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    So.Cal Taco

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    Can i update front grill, lights and bumper on 96 v6 tacoma?
     
  2. Jul 24, 2009 at 8:56 AM
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    chris4x4

    chris4x4 With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine. Moderator

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    What do you mean by "Update"?
     
  3. Jul 24, 2009 at 10:04 AM
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    Change to 97 or 98 style headlights and grill also do you know if 96 tacoma has low fuel light?
     
  4. Jul 24, 2009 at 12:56 PM
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    chris4x4

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    Not sure on the fuel light. As for the other questions, I belive it would require replaceing the sheet metal too. Im not sure though.
     
  5. Jul 24, 2009 at 1:43 PM
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    PrezidentRedz

    PrezidentRedz Uncivilized Creations Prez

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    Im sure you could convert the front clip over, Might need somebody that does body work to help.
     
  6. Jul 28, 2009 at 5:13 PM
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    The fenders and hood look the same on 96 and 97 tacomas so how can i find out if the head lights, grill and bumper can be changed?
     
  7. Jul 28, 2009 at 5:36 PM
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    wildjerseyfirefighter

    wildjerseyfirefighter I sell fishing and fishing accessories

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    you can convert...BUT, you need new hood,bumper,fenders,grille,all lights and a new core suppport(for the style you want)

    unless you just want to put a 4runner bumper on, then I dont think you need to change a whole lot..maybe the grille and bumper.
     
  8. Jul 28, 2009 at 6:26 PM
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    higherlux

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    nope all you need is the grill, headlights, core support, and bumper and the little fillers under the headlights

    if you lived closer to sc id swap ya
     
  9. Jul 28, 2009 at 6:28 PM
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    wildjerseyfirefighter

    wildjerseyfirefighter I sell fishing and fishing accessories

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    You should really re-think that. The hood is completely different,and the fenders are to. I know you cant use 95-00 corner markers on an 01-04.
     
  10. Jul 28, 2009 at 6:34 PM
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    higherlux

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    hes changing from a 96 to a 98
    no diffrence in the hood
    and 96-04 have the same fenders
     

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