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MadTaco Build

Discussion in '1st Gen. Builds (1995-2004)' started by Phessor, May 31, 2017.

  1. Aug 2, 2017 at 8:03 PM
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    Phessor

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    It's starting to come together...







    Now just need to find the time to put it on!
     
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  2. Aug 3, 2017 at 1:13 PM
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    Sealed up my tailgate
     
  3. Aug 26, 2017 at 12:39 PM
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    I still have a ways to go, but I was able to install a few items.

    Snow Performance Stage 2 methanol injection.

    Gauge pod with Snow Performance controller and AEM air/fuel gauge.
     
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  4. Aug 26, 2017 at 1:01 PM
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    I dig it! Was it hard to wire your speakers to the ceiling like that?
     
  5. Aug 26, 2017 at 1:15 PM
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    No, I removed the A pillar covers, loosened the rear side pieces and worked the headliner out. Just make sure that is where you want them. Then I taped the wires to the headliner and reinstalled it.
     
  6. Aug 29, 2017 at 5:10 PM
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    Everyone who said TRD headers were a pain to install was correct.
     
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  7. Aug 30, 2017 at 4:46 PM
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    Added some lights and power outlets in the shell.

     
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  8. Sep 13, 2017 at 7:35 PM
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    Poor picture, but finally installed my ARB bumper with a Warn M8000 winch and dual beam driving lights.
     
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  9. Sep 15, 2017 at 7:50 PM
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    Built a shield for my methanol injection pump and solenoid valve.
     
  10. Sep 16, 2017 at 6:47 PM
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    Changed my water pump, thermostat, belts, hoses, spark plugs, injectors, valve cover gaskets and timing belt. And I finally put my supercharger on.
     
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  11. Sep 20, 2017 at 11:02 AM
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    Making boost!
     
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  12. Sep 22, 2017 at 10:54 AM
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    donahoe racing coilovers, Camburg upper control arms, rear bilstein 5100, wheelers leaf pack, wheelers super bumps, 33 inch Cooper discovere stt pros
    Your truck is sweet I'm liking your build. Wish I could wire stuff inside the cab as cleanly as you. Those interior shots look awesome.
     
  13. Sep 23, 2017 at 5:48 PM
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    Went for a drive with my daughter today.
     
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  14. Sep 25, 2017 at 1:43 PM
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    Just a couple of upgrades today.
    Installed my King shocks, JBA upper control arms, EBC yellow brake upgrade and converted the front to manual hubs. Just need to fix the inner shaft.


    Now it's leveled.
     
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  15. Sep 25, 2017 at 1:46 PM
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    Removed the front sway bar today as well. It had been missing a nut on one side for who knows how long anyway...
     
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  16. Sep 26, 2017 at 4:08 PM
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    Took my favorite shortcut home today...


    Why a snorkel?
    Installing a snorkel has more Benefits than just fording deep water.
    The stock intake of a 1st Gen Tacoma is located in the passenger wheel well and is susceptible to catching all of the debris that can be thrown up from the tires like dirt, rocks, etc.
    A Snorkel raises the intake to a higher level allowing much cleaner, cooler air to enter the air box and engine.
    Clean cool air = more power, less dirt build up and a happier truck.
    Oh, and you can drive through water if needed and it looks cool!
     
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  17. Sep 26, 2017 at 6:31 PM
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    truck looks great and you've done some unique things. Well done! Where did you get your 2nd gen bed rails? I'd really like a set, they seem to hold everything and there are so many attachments for them. Did you buy them used or find a place that sells them?

    Thanks!
     
  18. Sep 26, 2017 at 6:43 PM
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    Thank you, I got them out of a 2nd Gen Tacoma at a pick-n-pull for $40.00, just drill some holes and mount.
     
  19. Oct 7, 2017 at 11:10 AM
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    Awesome build man! Love the look of the supercharger. where did you get the bed lights?
     
  20. Oct 7, 2017 at 11:19 AM
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