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Why is it ugly?!

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Rustyshackelforde, Aug 6, 2014.

  1. Aug 6, 2014 at 9:34 AM
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    Rustyshackelforde

    Rustyshackelforde [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I have done some work to my tacoma and I find it ugly for some reason. What is wrong with it and how can I fix it?!
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  2. Aug 6, 2014 at 9:37 AM
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    Large

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    Looks pretty good to me :thumbsup:
     
  3. Aug 6, 2014 at 9:38 AM
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    stump jumper

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    Its the scoop
     
  4. Aug 6, 2014 at 9:38 AM
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    Boone

    Boone Vaginas are rad.

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    Only thing I'd change would be the fender flares. Other than that, pretty good looking truck imo.
     
  5. Aug 6, 2014 at 9:39 AM
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    schwarthog

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    As far as looks I'm still undecided on whether I'm a fan of plate bumpers. The rims aren't my favorite design. But it's still a damn good looking truck, much better than a lot of the Tacomas I see on the road. The lift looks great!
     
  6. Aug 6, 2014 at 9:39 AM
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    aubi1414

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    Get a hybrid front bumper in my opinion the ARB are way to bulky. Get a 14" billet antennaX from antennax.com. Debade the chrome emblems or plastidip black. Dig the SCS Stealth 6 wheels though!!!! Add some sliders w/ a kickout. Maybe some wheel spacers too. Whats your budget? I have plenty of other things I could add
     
  7. Aug 6, 2014 at 9:39 AM
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    aubi1414

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    X2
     
  8. Aug 6, 2014 at 9:40 AM
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    CanadaToy

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    I'd colour match the scoop and fender flares... then maybe the front bumper... maybe try dipping the wheels black or gunmetal.
     
  9. Aug 6, 2014 at 9:40 AM
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    Toyotacrawler

    Toyotacrawler She's got the jimmy legs

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    Swap your bumper for my stock bumper. That's whats wrong :D
     
  10. Aug 6, 2014 at 9:40 AM
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    TRD front skid (Matt123) and black wheels?
     
  11. Aug 6, 2014 at 9:40 AM
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    does turning tires to black wall out count? How bout added snug top rebel.
    You're probably feeling that way because your Sport is lacking that color matched front bumper, have that Arb powdercoated or painted to match the truck, and you'll fall back in love!!

    JK, I think your truck looks pretty nice, definitely not ugly! I like the look of color matched bumpers, so that's all I could see that might make it look better?
     
  12. Aug 6, 2014 at 9:41 AM
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    Its not ugly by any means.
     
  13. Aug 6, 2014 at 9:42 AM
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    TheGreatPear

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    I would start by changing the wheels to a different style and color.Then flip the tires so black lettering is out. And lastly ditch the aftermarket flares and fix whatever is red about those flood lights lol.

    Im not sure what brand of bumper that is but it's certainly not ARB.
     
  14. Aug 6, 2014 at 9:44 AM
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    Boone

    Boone Vaginas are rad.

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    Mmmmmmmmmm Bacon colored lights.......
     
  15. Aug 6, 2014 at 9:44 AM
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    Trucks not ugly .....It looks kind of ruff 'n tumble :), I do think you might max out your tire size to fill out those wheel-wells.
     
  16. Aug 6, 2014 at 9:45 AM
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    la0d0g

    la0d0g Its 4 o’clock somewhere

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    Trail ready tacos are ugly and I love em
     
  17. Aug 6, 2014 at 9:52 AM
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    Taco302

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    bc its not 1st gen ;)
     
  18. Aug 6, 2014 at 9:54 AM
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    SCRunner12

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    I'd chop the hoops off the bumper as they look too out of place. It will create a more sleek look and flow better with the body and hood scoop. I also agree the flares look a bit out of place, maybe color match them.
     
  20. Aug 6, 2014 at 9:56 AM
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    Rustyshackelforde

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    This is why they are red, put some color changing halo lights in em. I was thinkin about putting a skidplate from the tjm bumper down and/or getting a different style bumper. Thanks for all the replies, keep them coming!


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