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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 23, 2018 at 5:30 PM
    scleaf

    scleaf Well-Known Member

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    SaBellCo's Tailgate Lock :), Cable mod
    Missed the 0.02 inches my bad LOL.

    Just stated my tires, I can't see me going taller with the 2.5 inch lift. Unless I cut the heck out of the front.
     
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  2. Jul 23, 2018 at 5:42 PM
    RedSki7

    RedSki7 CRF | TRD | PBR | 802

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    Duck Tape, Zip Ties, & Spray Paint
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  3. Jul 23, 2018 at 5:54 PM
    Ynot050

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    None so far, just bought it
    [​IMG]

    Cargo Slide and cut the Toyota mat to fit.
     
  4. Jul 23, 2018 at 5:55 PM
    SilverJack

    SilverJack no one

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    Mine did that right before my stock battery crapped the bed. I think the A/C compressor clutch was pulling my half dead battery down and dimming the radio. My OBD reader showed 11 volts with the engine running, so I knew something was wrong. A new battery cleared up all the issues.
    There is also a circuit that dims the radio when the headlights are on. Not sure if that could be an issue, but something to check.
     
  5. Jul 23, 2018 at 6:02 PM
    skyline88

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    Its a little loud, is there a way to dampen the sound?
     
  6. Jul 23, 2018 at 6:16 PM
    henrilepuf

    henrilepuf Well-Known Member

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    No oil. It's a dry filter.
     
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  7. Jul 23, 2018 at 6:19 PM
    gunn_runner

    gunn_runner www.gunnphotoservices.com

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  8. Jul 23, 2018 at 6:23 PM
    henrilepuf

    henrilepuf Well-Known Member

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    Thanks man.
    Didn't see that on the package I received.
    So, I never oiled it.
     
  9. Jul 23, 2018 at 6:32 PM
    EatSleepTacos

    EatSleepTacos Well-Known Member

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    The stock filter is a piece of shit foam. Anything is an upgrade, and if anything, oiling causes more potential for harm. Over oiling it could fuck it up similar to a MAF. Just my .02 on the matter.
     
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  10. Jul 23, 2018 at 6:58 PM
    Naumoff42

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    I feel like the filtration only really needs to keep large debris out of the impeller.
     
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  11. Jul 23, 2018 at 7:01 PM
    05Taco4x4

    05Taco4x4 ToyotaHubs

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  12. Jul 23, 2018 at 7:48 PM
    Espinoza700

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    Uni filter, zip tie rag joint, and used RCI aluminum skids! Not a bad weekend.

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  13. Jul 23, 2018 at 7:48 PM
    Hemibee

    Hemibee Grumpy Old Man W5BSC

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    Not me. The Uni Filters that need oil is the foam motorcycle filters. Oiling these is just setting up for failure.
     
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  14. Jul 23, 2018 at 7:51 PM
    ANDROOO

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    PHX to SOCAL to PHX
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    That's sick ... :spending:
     
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  15. Jul 23, 2018 at 8:04 PM
    tbr3345

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    Not a Damn thing. Had to sort out wife's Mini Cooper, Oil change, Rotate tires. replace the little spoiler under the front valance(they won't be there tomorrow) Washed and detailed it. Tomorrow I take it on a Wine to foothills east of Sacramento, and drive the piss out of it in the twisties. Take it out of Drive and shift It does handle like a go kart like the claim Sound good also. Next week after my Cataract Surgery Monday the Taco will get a new touch screen radio with apple play and other goodies. Happy Wife makes for a happy life.
     
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  16. Jul 23, 2018 at 8:15 PM
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    Dents and scratches... Fox 2.5 Factory
    1. Nice tires. Love mine.
    2. This happened to me in my driveway. Such a pain in the ass. Sorry to hear that it happened on the trail.
    My firend had to cut off the parking brake at his shop and install new cables. My drums also desperately needed service at that point.
     
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  17. Jul 23, 2018 at 8:44 PM
    fshams

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    I like your bed cover. What brand and model is it?
     
  18. Jul 23, 2018 at 8:44 PM
    fshams

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    Do you have a write up?
     
  19. Jul 23, 2018 at 8:53 PM
    Twizted

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    ...but the trick is to rotate your phone, then click the "mods list" link in my signature! ;)
     
  20. Jul 23, 2018 at 8:56 PM
    freddy2923

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