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Having a upgrade block

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Taco2zday, Jan 14, 2019.

  1. Jan 14, 2019 at 1:45 PM
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    Taco2zday

    Taco2zday [OP] Well-Known Member

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    just wanting some input on some good upgrades to do to my 2018 Tacoma I already have added bed cover, bed mat, window tint, painted the bumper caps, and the center console organizer, the factory black tailgate letters, and I’m going to plasti dip my side badges. I have about $700 to spend

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  2. Jan 14, 2019 at 1:49 PM
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    SpeySquatch

    SpeySquatch Function over Form

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  3. Jan 14, 2019 at 1:50 PM
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    Matmo215

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    New grill, wheels, sliders, skids, ditch lights, hidden light bar, streamline bumper from southern OffRoad
     
  4. Jan 14, 2019 at 1:51 PM
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    Dr. Emmett Brown

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    146 Chicken Fajitas from J-Box.
    You're welcome
     
  5. Jan 14, 2019 at 2:26 PM
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    bshammer0

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    All depends on what you use your truck for to be honest.

    A Prinsu rack is super functional and adds a tougher look - and it looks GREAT on silver IMHO. (~$600-800 depending on options)
    CoverKing Genuine Neoprene seat covers all around have been a fantastic upgrade. Nice to be able to just wipe them down occasionally and know that my factory fabric is basically in brand new shape underneath there. ($400 if you use Costco)

    If you'll be doing SERIOUS offroading, you could get some rock sliders in that budget. If you will not be doing rock crawling, you can get a cheaper set of Tyger Armor steps (seen below) and these have been solid in the 2 years I've had them. ($300)

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  6. Jan 14, 2019 at 2:28 PM
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    Savoia

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  7. Jan 14, 2019 at 3:33 PM
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    pop.tremuloides

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    To be honest....your truck looks GREAT!


    Unless you are going to take if off road then you should simply DRIVE it and figure out what you want to do do with it.

    Keep your $700 and wait until you find a need to make changes.


    Just my 2.5 cents......
     
  8. Jan 14, 2019 at 3:35 PM
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    Taco2zday

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    Well I have been looking at sliders but time you add powder coating or linex it pushes them over the $1000 mark
     
  9. Jan 14, 2019 at 3:45 PM
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    VaToy

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    Please don't spray that crap on your emblems. Treat your Tacoma better than that and get some new black overlays or black emblems.
     
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  10. Jan 14, 2019 at 3:49 PM
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    Supradude84

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    I would get a prinsu
     
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  11. Jan 14, 2019 at 3:54 PM
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    Rock Lobster

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    Take it to the casino and put it all on red. Either you walk away with enough for a decent suspension upgrade, or you just made a huge financial mistake.
     
  12. Jan 14, 2019 at 4:04 PM
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    Wsteven

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    Nice errr Great looking Truck! well Upgrades would depend on what my plans are for the Truck.. going off road for real? good tires then the rest will follow.... just going down a maintained dirt / gravel road get a pair of mud flaps a case of beer and enjoy the truck, Sliders and those heady duty bumpers with winches and lights lights lights everywhere not required to enjoy that truck invest in Enjoying first then you will discover as you go what else you need to protect the investment first then if off road running you will find what you need to get there and back in one piece with.
     
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    Down payment on another truck. Just kidding.
     
  14. Jan 14, 2019 at 4:21 PM
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    Dragracer_Art

    Dragracer_Art Tundra for the win

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    HUGE improvement over stock.
     
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  15. Jan 14, 2019 at 4:44 PM
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    hookembevo

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    Snugtop Rebel with some options Body Armor Rock Steps Rhino Mats Weathertech Mudflaps Radar detector hardwired to rear view mirror. Stereo upgrade: Amp: Arc Audio XDI805 LOC: AudioConnect LC7i Front Speakers: Hybrid Audio Technologies Claris 6.5 Rear Speakers: Hybrid Audio Technologies Mirus 5.25 Sub: Pioneer TS-SW2502S4 Box: Pioneer Ud-SW250T Bilstein 5100s OME 885 Springs Single Add-A-Leaf BFG KO2 265/75/16
    If you’re going to Offroad it, armor.
     
  16. Jan 14, 2019 at 4:53 PM
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    su.b.rat

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    700$ :rasta: and go enjoy your Tacoma.

    or OV tune/tires if that gets your attention.
     
  17. Jan 14, 2019 at 4:57 PM
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    pop.tremuloides

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    JUST get your TRUCK!

    Don't worry about ANY modifications at all!

    Once you get it, drive and take a few trips...if you feel the need to modify it then do so.

    Everyone has different NEEDS/WANTS.....


    Again...just drive it and figure out your NEEDS!
     
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  18. Jan 14, 2019 at 4:58 PM
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    LeeVanChief

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    The right way to do it is with a can of Rust-Oleum, give it 2 coats and it will last forever, don't even bother sanding first. People don't realize old half-hassed methods still work great.
     
  19. Jan 14, 2019 at 5:06 PM
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    nocoparkinglotcrawler

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    Bilstein 5100's up front, lots of tree scratches, ruined rear bumper

    Rattle can is perfect for this, namely because you can touch it up super easy. Did my rear bumper in tractor paint for $20 or so, looks great with some effort.
     
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    Buy gas and explore someplace you’ve never been.
     
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