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Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by KyGuy_1975, Mar 13, 2016.

  1. Mar 13, 2016 at 12:07 PM
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    KyGuy_1975

    KyGuy_1975 [OP] New Member

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    New to the community i recently bought an 06 access cab TRD and i love it.I travel alot and id like to do some upgrades suspension tires gps etc. but i want to keep it comfortable for interstates. I average 3500 miles a month. all factory so far looking for ideas
     
  2. Mar 13, 2016 at 12:10 PM
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    theredofshaw

    theredofshaw Well-Known Member

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    (totaled) 2011 Tacoma DC
    3500mi a month :eek: highly recommend keeping it stock, or at least relatively close to stock height and tire size, or your gas $$$ will skyrocket. even with mine at stock, Ill get at most 21mpg hwy, 22 if going downhill most of the way.
     
  3. Mar 13, 2016 at 12:17 PM
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    Clearwater Bill

    Clearwater Bill Never answer an anonymous letter

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    A few OE parts from fancy trucks
    Miles on vehicle? 2wd or 4wd? 6 lug or 5 lug? Auto or manual? 6 or 4. Is MPG important? Do you haul heavy loads or tow? How often?

    All that will play into some suspension recommendations, if any are even needed.

    Michelin LTX tires seem pretty popular around here for the pavement pounders, which aren't cheap, but work really well.

    As far as the GPS goes, it's hard to beat a quality portable like the Garmin Nuvi line. Free updates (unlike Toyotas built in stuff), real time traffic, etc. Of course allows you to hide it when parked, also allows you to use it in other vehicles. GPS based only, no need for connectivity like phone apps.

    With those miles driven, I'd also suggest a Scan Gauge to monitor other ECU outputs, like actual water temp, voltage, etc.
     
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