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Discussion in 'New Members' started by dcathcart, Aug 10, 2018.

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Best 1st Modification?

  1. Intake

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  2. Exhaust

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  3. LED upgrades

    5 vote(s)
    71.4%

  4. Bed Cover

    1 vote(s)
    14.3%
  1. Aug 10, 2018 at 6:28 AM
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    dcathcart

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    dcathcart [OP] Member

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    Hey there Tacoma World! Long time admirer, first time owner. I just bought a new 2018 Tacoma Double Cab TRD Off-Road in the Cement color.

    I'm looking forward to customizing and modifying my Tacoma over time to build a mild "Overlanding" vehicle. Any tips or suggestions?

    Peace!
     
    dcathcart, Aug 10, 2018
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  2. Aug 10, 2018 at 6:43 AM
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    123taco

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    Welcome! First few things I do is order weather techs,Seat covers Get windows tinted and window vents. After that you will have a blast going through all the upgrades available for your rig and get important information from the knowledgeable folks on tacoworld.
     
    123taco, Aug 10, 2018
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  3. Aug 10, 2018 at 6:44 AM
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    NAAC3TACO

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    NAAC3TACO Middle aged member

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    Just east of crazy, NV
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    Color matched door handles, Weathertech floor liners, bed mat, Durafit seat covers, tailgate clamp, 2016 TRD Sport 17" wheels with Yokohama Geolander AT tires , Toyota exhaust tip, Toyota/Yakima bike rail mount, Toyota wheel locks, Toyota hitch cover, Redline hood struts, unifilter on air pump.
    Welcome!
     
    NAAC3TACO, Aug 10, 2018
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  4. Aug 10, 2018 at 6:47 AM
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    dcathcart

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    Thanks @123taco! I've got the mats on order already...also one of those Pop & Lock remote tailgate locks. The truck is getting tint and paint protection done today!
     
    dcathcart, Aug 10, 2018
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  5. Aug 10, 2018 at 7:26 AM
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    boogie3478

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    All the mods
    Welcome to TW! Here's a few easy popular mods:

    Interior LEDs: https://amzn.to/2KISnsZ
    Center Console Tray: https://amzn.to/2OnofWq
    Additional Bed D-Rings: https://amzn.to/2KIRUan
    Bed Mat (short bed): https://amzn.to/2B0Gb7D
     
    boogie3478, Aug 10, 2018
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  6. Aug 10, 2018 at 9:41 AM
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    dcathcart, Aug 10, 2018
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  7. Aug 10, 2018 at 9:47 AM
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    Rob Daman

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    a lot
    welcome.

    i'd look into tires if you're offroading. @Discount Tire Direct usually has the best deals.
     
    Rob Daman, Aug 10, 2018
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  8. Aug 10, 2018 at 10:34 AM
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    ODNAREM

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    :pccoffee::wave:
     
    ODNAREM, Aug 10, 2018
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  9. Aug 10, 2018 at 10:35 AM
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    buckhuntin-tacoma

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    Welcome to TW...That’s one list that never ends!!
     
    buckhuntin-tacoma, Aug 10, 2018
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  10. Aug 10, 2018 at 11:40 AM
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    Thanks @Rob Daman, any specific tires you'd recommend or avoid?
     
    dcathcart, Aug 10, 2018
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  11. Aug 10, 2018 at 11:47 AM
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    su.b.rat

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    you gotta offer up a bit more info before you get a good recommendation on this. mild overlanding is not enough. any lift plans? in-town commuting? towing/hauling?

    i run Cooper STMaxx, E range... love 'em dearly but they are not for everybody.
     
    su.b.rat, Aug 10, 2018
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  12. Aug 10, 2018 at 12:04 PM
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    Check out Falken Wildpeaks at3w great tires quiet and cheaper than most!!
     
    buckhuntin-tacoma, Aug 10, 2018
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  13. Aug 10, 2018 at 2:08 PM
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    Welcome!
     
    irayfz6, Aug 10, 2018
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  14. Aug 10, 2018 at 2:26 PM
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    If you are married or have a SO kiss them goodbye. You will soon have an addiction to feed worse than Marion Barry smoking crack.
     
    OrangeJulius, Aug 10, 2018
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  15. Aug 10, 2018 at 5:52 PM
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    Welcome! Drive the hell out of it!
     
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  16. Aug 10, 2018 at 5:55 PM
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    Awesome truck. Enjoy it.
     
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  17. Aug 10, 2018 at 5:55 PM
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    Welcome to The Forum!

    Add some creature comforts such as seat covers, sun shade, and maybe cell phone mount. Then drive it and figure out what you need! :spending:
     
    Hobbs, Aug 10, 2018
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