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

Looks good!

I've had my SR8's sitting in my basement for about the last 6 months because I'm afraid they are going to get all nicked up by some n00b tech when I mount tires on 'em.

 

Looking near the valve stem it looks like they might have scratched mine a bit but hopefully its just some goop from the stuff they use to mount the tire.. if not I guess I’ll just have to sand it down and give it some fresh paint

 

@ChadsPride do you have a preferred set of chemicals for detailing the exterior/engine bay of your truck? Do you use a DA Polisher for sealant/wax at all?

 

For now, I have been using a generic wash/wax stuff from the auto parts store.

I really need to step my game up and get an orbital polisher and some nice products.

Might want to ask in this thread
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https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/official-ask-a-detailer-thread.8957/

They are the true professionals ​

 

Well, maybe you don't need to change anything up, the truck looks great! Right now I'm just a Meguiars Gold Class/Quick Detail/Ultimate Liquid Wax guy. I'd like to eventually graduate to using a polisher. I have perused that thread a bit, but I don't know if I'm ready for the 5 step process more than once or twice a year as it is described there.

 

I apply wax/ sealant by hand personally
Has anyone tried this DA polisher? Ive been using a generic HF one but feel like I need to up my game

Goplus 6" Variable Speed Sander All-in-One Polisher Dual-Action Random Orbital Kit, 950W, 2000-4800RPM, Waxer, Grinder, Buffer

https://www.amazon.com/Goplus-Variable-Dual-Action-Polisher-Orbital/dp/B06Y2BTGYT

a few reviews and videos i've watched says its comparable to the expensive Rupees and other companies.

 

I know!!! It's one heck of a process.

 

I think I’m going to have to trim..

 

Alignment

 

it'll wear in, you're good

 

At least when you get rock rash it's because of you not them!

 

Washed, oil change, emissions done today. Bought spark plugs but too scared to do them by myself right now

 

replaced: ABS sensor, rotors and brake pads

 

Their 20% off sale is active now

 

Ah sparks are easy peasy! Just annoying to get to the drivers side

 

I’ve got a leer shell and ordered the pro kit also. I am going with either a progressive aal or a new leaf pack. Probably general springs heavy duty pack. Definitely want something for the rear. I’ve always thought the trd pros look nose high stock.

 

Careful with the one closest to the firewall on the driver's side... if you're forcing it going in, something ain't right. Keep in mind they are a little tough to break loose if they're the factory ones. Patience man.

 

Moved my AT2525XL forward 6" and added an AT25 resonator. Sounds much better now.

 

Some underhood cleaning to show off the painted cover and new red silicon radiator hoses (plus a good ol flushing).