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Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by clickws, Mar 10, 2016.

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  1. Jun 13, 2020 at 12:27 PM
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    2stroke-Taco

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    If the decal is sunbaked/cracked up and too difficult to pick at, look into a rubber stripping wheel drill attachment, I’d suggest using a corded drill
     
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    Brake Weight But it hasn't rained in weeks...I'll make it.

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    Weld on sliders, fiberglass shell, 12k winch in an Elite Offroad bumper, front Aussie Lunchbox
    I was looking at some of those on fleaBay and Amazon. Haven’t spent enough time yet to know. I was gonna try a plastic scraper next.
     
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  3. Jun 14, 2020 at 3:19 PM
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    Hey everyone,

    Hate to be that guy to get everyone sighing about a question that undoubtedly will be frustrating but I was hoping someone had some information about stock ride height?

    I have a 1999 2.7L 4x4 SR5 extracab 2 door and I have been reading what feels like days and I can seem to find the factory height for this thing! I have a new set of 6112's and have a manual to adjust them. The new leaf springs I have will lift the rear end 1.5" after they settle. I want to make sure that I do not over lift the front end of my truck if i shoot for a little rake. I have my own spring compressor tool so I can definitely take the coil overs on and off to finesse them to my liking, but I need to know the stock height to serve as my control point of measurement.

    I apologize for your headaches in advance...
     
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  4. Jun 14, 2020 at 4:02 PM
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    Brake Weight But it hasn't rained in weeks...I'll make it.

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    I had to dig in my notes for this one. My uncle has a '98 extended cab 4x4 Limited. When I did my initial 5100/OME lift back in 2011 I had some top spacers and needed to know where it was and what I needed. So, these are off of his 1998 in 2011 and he had recently put on some new parts house stock struts and shocks.

    **Measured fender to center of hub**

    Front Driver - 29"
    Front Pass - 29"
    Rear Driver - 28.5
    Rear Pass - 29"
     
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  5. Jun 26, 2020 at 7:53 AM
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    What grill options do i have? My front end is so...dated but doesnt appear classic IMO. Headlights original too.
    Love the tire white lettering, does Mickey Thompson tires come like that? Debated on painting my Falken WP a few times..
     
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  6. Jun 26, 2020 at 4:54 PM
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    How can i refresh my front end without updating to a 2001-2004? I've searched, but can't make my mind up. New OEM grill and headlights? Maybe add a light-bar down in the bumper to fill the small gap? I'm a big OEM fan who likes a little extra flair, minimal aftermarket. Its a 2000, don't want to look like i'm trying too hard but it looks hella dated lol.

    20200626_194435.jpg
     
    Xtremsiege2, Jun 26, 2020
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  7. Jun 26, 2020 at 7:32 PM
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    Nice truck Matt. I have an appreciation for the stock look... especially on a 20 year old truck. Ironically, I just went back to the OEM bumper from a plate bumper this evening. One option is to paint your front bumper silver(which was a factory option). Another option would be to refresh the bumper and paint the inserts silver. I did this(in sunfire red pearl) a few years ago: https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/2000-stock-front-end-renew.525756/
     
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  8. Jun 26, 2020 at 8:42 PM
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    As said above, general refresh of the plastics and whatnot would make it look good, color matching or de-chroming would also change things up. Adding fender flares would make the front end look different as well! Super clean truck though!
     
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  9. Jun 26, 2020 at 9:27 PM
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    I kept the original grill and lights, but swapped to the newer 01-04 bumper and turn signals. Then added the LED bar and put new headlights on it. The bumper isn't exactly a direct swap, but wasn't too hard to get on.

    IMG_20200620_151008653_HDR~2.jpg
     
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  10. Jun 27, 2020 at 11:49 AM
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    :devil:thanks. & yeah man, they come with a white side and a black side. what kind of paint are you gonna use?
     
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  11. Jun 27, 2020 at 2:41 PM
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    Painting the grill and bumper will really help you there pull the front back and make the truck look a lot better. before and after on mine:
    75130F80-9130-44DC-ADDC-133C6960D137.jpg A7D54E38-510D-491C-BCE5-4BA31F6AC96A.jpg
     
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    One more thing. This kit does a nice job on the headlights. It contains the UV protectant that will help keep them clear. https://www.amazon.com/gp/slredirec...3298889&id=4342862692238820&widgetName=sp_atf
     
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  13. Jun 27, 2020 at 5:35 PM
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    It’s amazing what new headlights and all can do....
     
    Hooks98tacoma, Jun 27, 2020
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    Get retrofits, can be done easily if only the plastic were smooth

    on the inside try one of those headlight restoration deals and just keep sanding till it is i guess
     
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    Not really into that on these old trucks. Now if it was an 01-04 they look sick.
     
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    What did you use for the plastic, looks new!
     
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    Plenty of sanding and flat black (primer and paint) on both, lots of layers so it wont get rock chips.

    Ace hardware had it i believe it was their rustoleum brand
     
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    Color match the chrome pieces
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  19. Jun 28, 2020 at 12:04 PM
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    Looks badass!
     
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    Found the guy i want to copy! i appreciate everyone getting back to me.

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