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Upgraded Taco

Discussion in 'New Members' started by r_to_the_k, Feb 18, 2019.

  1. Feb 18, 2019 at 12:16 AM
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    r_to_the_k

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    Upgraded from my 1998 Single Cab Paradise Blue Tacoma, to a 2018 Cement Quad Cab TRD Sport! Wasn’t really liking the driving experience as i felt the rear view was in my face... but i googled the problem and found the answer here! Became an instant fan of the site and have chronic’d out in the forums since! Looking to get some ideas to make my Taco a little different from the 1000’s here in Hawaii!

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  2. Feb 18, 2019 at 12:20 AM
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  3. Feb 18, 2019 at 12:26 AM
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    Welcome, what island you on? Only thing that sucks about modifying here is the shipping look for group buys and deals
     
  4. Feb 18, 2019 at 2:05 AM
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    ETsemaj

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    Welcome and love the cement color. As mentioned above, try looking for group buys to help offset the shipping cost out there. the main thing im working on with my 18 OR is de chroming the truck. once i get around to it going to black out my emblems, and the chrom around the grill. (or just buy a new one). Also i did the tailgate inserts. mostly other then that ive done inside mods and such. Like the DMM (dashtop multi mount found on TW) was a great mod. and seat covers from Bartact to help with the FL sand and husky dog hair. Good luck with the build and making it yours!
     
  5. Feb 18, 2019 at 3:05 AM
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    Welcome to TW I have the same truck love the color. In my area everything runs through SE Toyota and they had a XSP package of which I got. This added all the emblems blackout, predator steps and XD rims. Makes the truck rally look aggressive.
     
  6. Feb 18, 2019 at 5:30 AM
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  7. Feb 18, 2019 at 6:32 AM
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  8. Feb 18, 2019 at 4:45 PM
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  9. Feb 18, 2019 at 5:10 PM
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    Welcome to Tacoma World and congrats on the new Tacoma!:thumbsup:
     
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  10. Feb 18, 2019 at 8:14 PM
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    MtnFisher

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    Very nice, I'm going with the same color - sweet!
     
  11. Feb 19, 2019 at 12:23 AM
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    r_to_the_k

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    *********************************************** MESO Customs Mods ([USER=148809]@MESO[/USER]) *********************************************** The Gasshole Ultimate Map Lights Ultimate Dome Light Headlight Trim Plates (Not installed anymore due to Morimoto XB's intalled) Coin Tray Ultimate Turn Signals (not installed) Ultimate 3rd Brake Light (BD4-CAM) Puddle Pods Stage 2 Tails Minimalist Key Fob TRD Start/Stop Button (Red) A/C Control Knobs (Cement) Interior Chrome Delete Kit (Cement) Tacoma Door Handle Covers (Black) *********************************************** 100% LED Lighting Conversion *********************************************** Fog Lights: - Morimoto XB LED High Performance Projector Fog Lights (H11/5500K) Headlights: - Morimoto XB LED’s Brake Lights: - Meso Stage 2’s USR Revi Turn Signal Switchbacks w/ DRL Operational *********************************************** Interior *********************************************** Dashtop Multi Mount (DMM) from THE TACO GARAGE ([USER=201659]@FreshMexicanTaco[/USER]) Pitaka Magnetic Wireless Charger AJT Cement AC Vent covers *********************************************** Exterior *********************************************** N-FAB EPYX Side Steps PlastiDipped all badges Uptop Overland Alpha Cab Rack (Mat Black) *********************************************** Tint *********************************************** Windshield: 80% XPEL Front Windows: 35% XPELPrime XR Ceramic Back Doors, Back Window, Sunroof: 5% XPEL Prime XR Ceramic *********************************************** Front *********************************************** Anytime Backup Camera (Full Kit w/ Front Facing Camera) PlastiDipped Stock Grill Stealth Scoop Light w/ Amber DRL from Spartan X Customs *********************************************** Back/Bed *********************************************** Lockable Truck Bed Compartments Tailgate Removal Deterrent (Ideal Turn-Key Clamp 5Y020V 3/4"-1 3/4") Additional D-Ring Tie Down Points HitchSafe HS7000 Key Vault Yakima - Overhaul HD, Truck Bed Rack (55" Load Bars + SB Side Bar) 7.5’ Foxwing Awning (Alibaba, $125) DIY Pressurized Water Tank (5 gal) Goodyear i8000 compressor (for water tank) *********************************************** Under The Hood *********************************************** Redline Tuning QuickLIFT Hood Struts (PLUS) [USER=172624]@Mr.PowerTrays[/USER] (Blue Sea 12 Circuit PowerTray) *********************************************** Wheels *********************************************** Stock Offroad 16" Wheels Spidertrax WHS007 Blue Wheel Spacer Kit (x4) *********************************************** Tires *********************************************** Stock P275/70R16 Offroad Tires *********************************************** Misc. Stuff *********************************************** AJT DESIGN Injection Fob Case (2nd key) _
    I’m on Oahu... I think the Tacoma’s outnumber any other car/truck on the island... There’s SO many. But my ‘98 has served me well and is still going strong, so I’m hoping this one will do the same for the next 20 years as well!
     
  12. Feb 19, 2019 at 12:31 AM
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    r_to_the_k

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    *********************************************** MESO Customs Mods ([USER=148809]@MESO[/USER]) *********************************************** The Gasshole Ultimate Map Lights Ultimate Dome Light Headlight Trim Plates (Not installed anymore due to Morimoto XB's intalled) Coin Tray Ultimate Turn Signals (not installed) Ultimate 3rd Brake Light (BD4-CAM) Puddle Pods Stage 2 Tails Minimalist Key Fob TRD Start/Stop Button (Red) A/C Control Knobs (Cement) Interior Chrome Delete Kit (Cement) Tacoma Door Handle Covers (Black) *********************************************** 100% LED Lighting Conversion *********************************************** Fog Lights: - Morimoto XB LED High Performance Projector Fog Lights (H11/5500K) Headlights: - Morimoto XB LED’s Brake Lights: - Meso Stage 2’s USR Revi Turn Signal Switchbacks w/ DRL Operational *********************************************** Interior *********************************************** Dashtop Multi Mount (DMM) from THE TACO GARAGE ([USER=201659]@FreshMexicanTaco[/USER]) Pitaka Magnetic Wireless Charger AJT Cement AC Vent covers *********************************************** Exterior *********************************************** N-FAB EPYX Side Steps PlastiDipped all badges Uptop Overland Alpha Cab Rack (Mat Black) *********************************************** Tint *********************************************** Windshield: 80% XPEL Front Windows: 35% XPELPrime XR Ceramic Back Doors, Back Window, Sunroof: 5% XPEL Prime XR Ceramic *********************************************** Front *********************************************** Anytime Backup Camera (Full Kit w/ Front Facing Camera) PlastiDipped Stock Grill Stealth Scoop Light w/ Amber DRL from Spartan X Customs *********************************************** Back/Bed *********************************************** Lockable Truck Bed Compartments Tailgate Removal Deterrent (Ideal Turn-Key Clamp 5Y020V 3/4"-1 3/4") Additional D-Ring Tie Down Points HitchSafe HS7000 Key Vault Yakima - Overhaul HD, Truck Bed Rack (55" Load Bars + SB Side Bar) 7.5’ Foxwing Awning (Alibaba, $125) DIY Pressurized Water Tank (5 gal) Goodyear i8000 compressor (for water tank) *********************************************** Under The Hood *********************************************** Redline Tuning QuickLIFT Hood Struts (PLUS) [USER=172624]@Mr.PowerTrays[/USER] (Blue Sea 12 Circuit PowerTray) *********************************************** Wheels *********************************************** Stock Offroad 16" Wheels Spidertrax WHS007 Blue Wheel Spacer Kit (x4) *********************************************** Tires *********************************************** Stock P275/70R16 Offroad Tires *********************************************** Misc. Stuff *********************************************** AJT DESIGN Injection Fob Case (2nd key) _
    Yeah, I want to do the same thing as far as blacking out the chrome badges. Already took off the TRD bed stickers. Looks so much better (to me).

    Other than getting it tinted 35% ceramic on the front 2 windows, 5% on the back windows, and 90% on the entire windshield, I did my first mod today! Changed out the yellow halogen fog lights for some LED’s. Only $25 (free shipping with Amazon Prime)! 15-20 minutes and like it way better!

    Just watched this and it was pretty dang easy: https://youtu.be/FiHVLDOiiW4

    Ordered some N-Fab Epyx Cab length steps on amazon too (free shipping) as well, should get here next week...

    And I will definitely replace the grill with one from BAMF or DBcustomz...

    And upgrade the useless scoop with some LED’s from @spartanxcustoms

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  13. Feb 19, 2019 at 12:34 AM
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    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/3rd-gen-hid-vs-led-vs-halogen-h11-projector-headlights.589465/
    Read this about the LED headlights. They aren’t as good in the stock housing. This is great info
     
  14. Feb 19, 2019 at 12:35 AM
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    El Duderino

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    Too many tacos(not really it’s awesome). We are pretty active on our Oahu thread usually and there are local deals to be had. Just keep your eye on the craigslist finds for Oahu thread
     
  15. Feb 19, 2019 at 1:22 AM
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    Yeah, I read that whole thread the other night. Not gonna do LED’s in my headlights... gonna maybe buy some aftermarket smoke lens ones that are made for LED’s... saw a few online. Just did the fog lights, to get my feet wet on this modding business, lol.

    I do want to get @mesojdm’s Total Tail Stage 2’s for sure though, as well as a bunch of other stuff he has! He has some really great products!
     
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  16. Feb 19, 2019 at 1:25 AM
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  17. Feb 19, 2019 at 1:44 AM
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  18. Feb 19, 2019 at 9:54 AM
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    El Duderino

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    Well your off to a good start. Keep updating. And meso makes some awesome products
     
  19. Feb 20, 2019 at 6:33 AM
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  20. Feb 21, 2019 at 7:49 PM
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    Nice truck. That's a serious upgrade from your 1998. Tacoma's have gotten bigger!
     
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