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I Made Some Better Radio Knobs

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by wileydavis, Dec 2, 2016.

  1. Jan 18, 2017 at 6:04 AM
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    spiralout462

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    For those curious, the factory light behind the knobs still shine around these. (2 015 entune premium w/nav) That was a concern I had.

    They are a significant upgrade.

    10 bucks says someone will make decals for the faces. ;)
     
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  2. Jan 18, 2017 at 6:04 AM
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    ChadsPride

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    I was thinking that same thing!!!
     
  3. Jan 18, 2017 at 7:01 AM
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    ChadsPride

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    I dont know what the heck I ordered but the said Entune Plus on there and they worked just fine...
     
  4. Jan 18, 2017 at 7:03 AM
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    The basic knobs (etune/etune plus) will fit your radio. Don't order the Premium ones. I know from experience. I ordered the standard (etune/etune plus) but was shipped the wrong ones (received premium). After much back and forth I finally was sent the right ones and they work.
     
  5. Jan 18, 2017 at 7:14 AM
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    Got mine yesterday and put them on first thing this morning.
     
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  6. Jan 18, 2017 at 7:24 AM
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    Awesome! Got any pics? :D
     
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  7. Jan 18, 2017 at 7:33 AM
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    Sorry (ya I'm Canadian eh). I'm smart phone challenged. Only turn it on for emergency actual phone calls. Having said that, the knobs work and look great.
     
  8. Jan 18, 2017 at 7:51 AM
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    Knobs received + installed + used = awesome

    Thanks @wileydavis !

    They are a massive upgrade. Excellent quality. The only thing better is if they were about 1/8" more in diameter.
     
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  9. Jan 18, 2017 at 9:08 AM
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    @wileydavis Any rough ETA on the carrier bolt version of your knobs? I understand you have been extremely busy. Thanks!
     
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  10. Jan 18, 2017 at 9:22 AM
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    I got my knobs yesterday and installed them this morning. They work great and I'm happy.
    They actually install a little backwards...I was trying to put them on with the gap on the flat spot of the shaft but it was wrong

    What do you guys think about the longevity of the rubber O rings though? That's my only concern
     
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  11. Jan 18, 2017 at 11:29 AM
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    Ha! That's why we have those one-line instructions on the label.:D As for the O-ring, The O-rings we use have a listed shelf-life of fifteen years. With no pressure, oil, or UV exposure you don't have to worry about them. And if you lose or tear one you can always get another one from any hardware store for about eleven cents. Any size that's close will do the trick.
     
  12. Jan 18, 2017 at 2:38 PM
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    Got mine today. Very functional and they look awesome. Thank you @wileydavis!
     
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  13. Jan 19, 2017 at 5:40 AM
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    Is there still a valid discount code for the premium knobs? He "2rolled tacos" code no longer works.
     
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  14. Jan 19, 2017 at 5:41 AM
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    got mine in and installed, love my new knob(s) :D
     
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  15. Jan 19, 2017 at 5:42 AM
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  16. Jan 19, 2017 at 5:45 AM
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  17. Jan 19, 2017 at 5:49 AM
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    Thanks man...I guess that's why the 2 rolled tacos did t work. :)

    Ordered...
     
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  18. Jan 19, 2017 at 5:55 AM
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    Nice knobs! GREAT upgrade for $20.
     
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  19. Jan 19, 2017 at 8:01 AM
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    Thanks @wileydavis I got mines on Tuesday. I know you guys were delayed but great customer service and letting customers know whats going on. Patients is a virtue...but waiting for awesome products is gives me anxiety lol. :rofl:

     
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  20. Jan 19, 2017 at 9:20 AM
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    Got mine day before yesterday. One of my favorite upgrades. Thank you thank you
     
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