Aaron's 2nd Gen. Tacoma Build & Maintenance Log

Hello again TW!

My introduction thread:
http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/new-members/370037-new-taco-owner-excited-here.html#post10110578

Let first say thank you! I have already benefitted from the vast amount of information on TW.

I dont have any huge plans for my Tacoma. I really just excited about having a nice vehicle to daily drive, while enjoying all the truck/utility benefits.

As of right now, my plans are very simple.

- Black Housing Headlights
- A new Wheel/Tires Setup (Spring/Summer)
- Black out my Chrome Badges

Here she is.

 

UPDATE: 4/17/2015

Ive noticed that right around 38-42mph, when throttle is applied there is a good vibration underneath my seat towards the middle of the truck.

I crawled underneath and upon further inspection, I found that the drive shaft was loose at the center support. It seems that the rubber is weak and isnt holding the driveshaft in place. This is the only point on the drive shaft assembly where there is play.

I priced out a replacement Center Supprt for about $55. I think Ill be ordering that part after a bit more research.

 

UPDATE: 10/2/2015

Been A LOT going on! But here is an update on my Taco and what she has been up too.

I picked up some FJ Cruiser wheels with good tires for $250 and pulled off the steelies to be saved for winter. In addition to that, I went to some black housing headlights. I also dipped the door emblems black. Will be doing the tailgate next. Love the new look.

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I also upgraded to 5000k HIDs for lighting. Yes, I did aim the headlights. The fogs, well, no.

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She also been my go to tow vehicle. She does it with ease! This has allowed me to take my racing further to more regions without having to worry about race car reliability for a drive home. Having a truck/trailer has saved my butt a number of times. I should have done this years ago.

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UPDATE: 12/1/2015

Life is good!

I tried to install my front leveling kit, but ran into the dreaded LCA seized bolts and had to button her back up.

Going to be throwing some new tires on soon, hopefully before the white stuff starts flying.

 

UPDATE: 2/26/2016

Got some new rubber on my Taco. Found a really ncie set of 255/75/17 Goodyear SR-As for a steal. Its amazing what a nice new set of tires will do to the drive and feel of an old truck, ha. Better late than never.

At this time, I dont have any plans other than to maintain her and drive her. The 2016 race season is coming up and she will be getting an overhaul before I start towing again.

 

Bro sick D.S.M. and keep it up on the taco!

I am hoping to get a 2nd gen Talon TSI eventually... far to many parts and plans to list on what I want on it

 

UPDATE: 10/25/2016

Its been a while since I posted anything, so my bad. Some life changes have happened, forcing me to put my racing on hold. As much as it sucks, i've sold most of my car stuff, included the newest car I built in 60 days to compete in an event. took 2nd!

Anyway, i've got a good bit of cash now and was going to give the Taco some love. Just not sure yet what I want to do.

Here the list of whats on my mind:
- Level Kit (at least for the front)
- Aftermarket Cat-Back Exhaust System
- Maybe an LED Light Bar

I've got some ideas on some easy interior upgrades just need to find the right time to buckle down and order some stuff.

Stay tuned! I plan to put some more time into this build.