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What Have You Done To Your 2nd Gen Tacoma Today?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by kwalton, Feb 2, 2008.

  1. Jul 30, 2016 at 6:18 PM
    3coma

    3coma my kid says my truck is "Boss"

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  2. Jul 30, 2016 at 6:25 PM
    G.T.

    G.T. Official TW Burrito Inspector

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    Some stick on chrome from pep boys
    Pretty much all Toyota windshields since 2002 have UV protection. I just like to have more to help my tired eyes and to help reduce the greenhouse effect and block the heat that comes through.
     
  3. Jul 30, 2016 at 7:29 PM
    SilverJack

    SilverJack no one

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    It's the plastic between the glass layers that blocks most of the UV. Plastic can be damaged by UV, so they add blockers to the mixture. This not only protects the plastic, but keeps the UV from coming into the vehicle. Its been around since they made laminated windshields.
    Side glass is only single layer tempered, so it keeps out some UV but not all. Just enough to keep my transitions eyeglasses from darkening, so I have to keep a pair of sunglasses in my truck.
     
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  4. Jul 30, 2016 at 7:55 PM
    steveoh

    steveoh Well-Known Member

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    Doesn't look like they make one for the v6 or am I missing something?
     
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  5. Jul 30, 2016 at 8:03 PM
    TXTaco13

    TXTaco13 Taco/T4R Enthusiast

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    Not sure
     
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  6. Jul 30, 2016 at 8:17 PM
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    Couple mods down, many mods to go
    Toyota offers a buy 3 get one for $1 sale every spring and fall. Atleast my local dealers do. I'm sure it's a nationwide thing
     
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  7. Jul 30, 2016 at 8:30 PM
    Caprizzy

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    GO HAWKS!!
    The only thing I get to do to my girl after a 14 hour work day is drive her. But God damn if that doesn't feel like the best end to my day. Tomorrow she gets some TLC :thumbsup:
     
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  8. Jul 30, 2016 at 8:35 PM
    Caprizzy

    Caprizzy Well-Known Member

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    GO HAWKS!!
    That's a sweet pic
     
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  9. Jul 30, 2016 at 8:53 PM
    AR15xAR10

    AR15xAR10 AR10 is 5 ARs better

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    Ultragauge trans temp (lower RIGHT corner):


    More patches (i know its a blurry phone picture):

     
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  10. Jul 30, 2016 at 8:54 PM
    AR15xAR10

    AR15xAR10 AR10 is 5 ARs better

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    Batman, you crooked. :(

    Looks like i'll be fixing that in the morning :rolleyes:
     
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  11. Jul 30, 2016 at 9:05 PM
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    having trouble walking away from it without taking a picture most days...
    rock sliders going on early next week :bananadance:IMG_1238.jpg
     
  12. Jul 30, 2016 at 9:12 PM
    Caprizzy

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    GO HAWKS!!
    I passed few tacos on my way home tonight and without fail I always find my self looking first for TW sticker and then to see if they have done any mods or anything to personalize their truck. I'm most of the time let down.
     
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  13. Jul 30, 2016 at 9:16 PM
    Caprizzy

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    GO HAWKS!!
    OCD is my vice as well batman can't remain crooked
     
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  14. Jul 30, 2016 at 9:21 PM
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    DC-USAF Well-Known Member

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    If you seen mine you'd be disappointed. You would be like camper shell, ehh, TRD Pro grill and mobtown recover bar, thats ok, and then you'd be like stock 245/16's and stock suspension, what the hells up with that.
     
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  15. Jul 30, 2016 at 9:26 PM
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    what kind?
     
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  16. Jul 30, 2016 at 9:26 PM
    Caprizzy

    Caprizzy Well-Known Member

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    GO HAWKS!!
    Camper shell is on my todo list
     
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  17. Jul 30, 2016 at 9:29 PM
    DC-USAF

    DC-USAF Well-Known Member

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    Are you going to buy a new or used one? Any particular brand you want? Get one with windoors or you'll wish you did.
     
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  18. Jul 30, 2016 at 9:46 PM
    Caprizzy

    Caprizzy Well-Known Member

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    GO HAWKS!!
    I'm leaning towards snug top
     
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  19. Jul 30, 2016 at 9:50 PM
    DC-USAF

    DC-USAF Well-Known Member

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    We don't get many snug tops over here on the eastern side. Somebody has to move from the west and sell there shell for us to get one. Good luck with your seach.
     
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  20. Jul 30, 2016 at 9:57 PM
    AR15xAR10

    AR15xAR10 AR10 is 5 ARs better

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    Please refer to build (click signature picture)
    Not going outside in the rain just to fix it, but i will admit, it is still bothering me
     
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