Come on everybody!

So I just bought a first gen taco and it's mechanically sound just put a new intake in etc. Now, I'm looking to do a bunch of modifications! So, everybody on here recommend some and feel free to post some pics. Also, looking for advice on these Billies 5100 everybody raves about?

 

Plasti Derp it

 

Plasti dip what? Grill? Or rims? Etc?

 

Yes

 

Yep, don't stop till it's covered.

 

That would be unique and a first. Someone needs to do it.

 

I think we lost the OP.

 

I'm headed to Home Depot now! Plasti dip here we come!! Any other specific mods?

 

There's always the not attractive but highly effective PVC home made snorkel mod. :roll eyes:








edit: I am kidding on this one.

 

dont forget to derp the dog too

 

I believe my entire house will be dipped by the end of it lol

 

Must be a sale on. I know Walmart had the red on clearance a while back.

 

And don't get your panties in a twist about 5100s just because everyone else does. Figure out what you want to do and why, don't just go buy shit.

http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/suspension/

http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/suspension/11282-tacoma-lift-faq-guide-read.html

 

But, it's what all the cool kids have.


Guess I'm not cool. Oh well.

 

Anyone have advice on picking/pulling the emblems off of a 1st gen?

 

Yeah, don't

 

I peeled them off with my hands. no tools needed. then rubbed the excess glue off with my fingers..kinda hurt, but it worked

As for the lift. do some research before jumping the gun. I kinda wish I would have read a little more before buying my billy's. No complaints so far, but I have heard bad stories about them. Ill keep my fingers crossed

Make sure all the maintenance is done and fluids are fresh, then start modding.

 

Use fishing line to cut the adhesive. If you are painting them and putting them back on make sure before you take them off to use blue painters tape to mark their location. If you are plasti derping them leave them on the truck to do it. Font the plastidip thread and see how it is done before doing it. Use 3m adhesive to reapply if you take them off.

My advice would be to derp them first and see if you like it before committing to paint.

If your just debadging go the fishing line route.

 

My .02 about the 5100's, Don't spend your money on them, save more and buy OME coils and shocks, or save a little more and get Sway-a-way coil overs.

 

Agree^^^ But be careful with the hairdryer around the paint.