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Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Brockton, Dec 27, 2016.

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  1. Dec 28, 2016 at 2:11 PM
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    Love my 1st gen! By the time I get done with my build I could have afforded a new one! :rolleyes:

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  2. Dec 28, 2016 at 9:06 PM
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  3. Dec 29, 2016 at 6:21 AM
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    Yeah, I reduced my overall debt by 10k and monthly by $150. She'll be paid off in 3 years.
     
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  4. Dec 29, 2016 at 6:21 AM
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    Dude, you've got a gem!
     
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  5. Dec 29, 2016 at 6:22 AM
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    Nice! I'm diggin the 6 ft. bed ext. cab., as well!
     
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  6. Dec 29, 2016 at 6:24 AM
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    Hey, which wax do you use? I'm about give her a nice job!
     
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  7. Dec 29, 2016 at 6:42 AM
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    Good question. And the answers are many.

    1. Finances - I just finished grad school and I needed to free up some cash in anticipation of student loan payments next year.

    2. Love of the First Gen - My bro had the sweetest '93 with 240k on it a few years ago before he got ran off the road and totaled it. We went anywhere in that thing. It was that tough Tacoma that started their reputation. So, I've always wanted a first gen in tribute to his old one. I took it straight over to his place after I bought it and he flipped out.....then offered to buy it....lol.

    3. Simplicity - Although I love tech, the sheer simplicity of this truck and first gens attracted me. I'm honestly tired of chasing newer and better. I've had 3 Tacoma's in 1 year, and it was getting out of hand. Now, I will buy some cool stuff for this one, but the fact that she's basic and older seems to settle my desire for materialism.

    4. Color - This color is absolutely beautiful, and the need to keep a darker color clean satisfies my OCD's tendencies.

    5. Ruggedness / Awesomeness - There's just something about this gen that screams "I'm a man who can afford a newer truck but chooses to drive a fuckin awesome gen truck instead".
     
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  8. Dec 29, 2016 at 6:44 AM
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    So in the spirit of my 5 answers for changing to the first gen, what are your reasons?
     
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  9. Dec 29, 2016 at 7:54 AM
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    Just went through your 95.5 build thread.....absolutely amazing, man. Really it is.
     
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  10. Dec 29, 2016 at 9:59 AM
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    Check these guys out. If your serious about detailng your truck be prepared to spend some money! http://www.chemicalguys.com/

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    This was after a thorough wash,clay, using a Porter Cable 7424XP orbital buffer with three levels of compound followed by their Butter Wet Wax. 8 hrs later, I realized how hard a good detailer works.
     
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  11. Dec 29, 2016 at 10:11 AM
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  12. Dec 29, 2016 at 10:52 AM
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    Dude, Fluid film saves 'em
     
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  13. Dec 29, 2016 at 12:15 PM
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    Yep! I have used their stuff. The tire/trim gel they have can't be beat. I've also used their wheel wax.

    I had 2007 infinite M35 once upon a time. It was black and I was obsessed with keeping it clean....

    It's nice to someone else out there appreciates Chemical Guys!
     
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  14. Dec 29, 2016 at 12:17 PM
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    Nice. I just picked up some liquid wax so let's see what kind of elbow grease I have in me later on.
     
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  15. Dec 29, 2016 at 12:52 PM
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    Congratulations on the upgrade. I love the first gens, everytime I pass one I turn and stare. The body style is gorgeous and reliability is unmatched! I plan on keeping mine for years to come.
     
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  16. Dec 29, 2016 at 3:50 PM
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    Thank you, sir.
     
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    Here we go. These are the CG products I have. The tire/trim gel is AMAZING! And a shot of the natural liquid wax I applied this evening along with an after (30 minutes ago) shot after applied:
     
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  18. Dec 29, 2016 at 4:28 PM
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    Wow! That looks amazing!... gotta get me some. :D
     
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  19. Dec 29, 2016 at 4:39 PM
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    I think eBay is the best way to go. I'm telling you, that trim/tire gel is the stuff!
     
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