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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 19, 2020 at 3:11 AM
    super_white

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    I pulled the radio back out of my truck so I can try and complete some mods that I have been putting off.
    I noticed on the back of the AC control is a burnt wire/terminal. It isn't bad just discolored a little so it's noticeable.
    Should I pull the wire/terminal and tighten it up. It's a loose connection that causes this, correct?

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  2. Jul 19, 2020 at 5:10 AM
    771Doug

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    Yeah, It's kind of a PITA. I did the doors and rear panel when I put in the new tunes. One of these days I'll get motivated enough to do the roof and floor.
     
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  3. Jul 19, 2020 at 5:40 AM
    Rick_Taco

    Rick_Taco I'll do it myself

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    Bird Dog RVM Bracket, Tint 20% all around, Spider Trax 1.250" wheel spacers K&N Drop in air filter Ram Mount A Pillar (And hard wire charging) Dual 2.4amp Charging USB LED Lower Center Dash Light Center Console Light Trailer plug moved to bumper Tonneau Cover Air Pump Filter Upgrade (UNI Filter) Ultimate reverse light upgrade (Phillips 18161) Anytime Fog Lights Blue LED shift light Nitto Ridge Grapplers 265/65/18
    I’ve watched a few of his videos. I cannot make it through his old stuff though, video quality is just too bad. Seems like a great guy!! Videos keep getting better.
     
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  4. Jul 19, 2020 at 5:41 AM
    Xx Ares xX

    Xx Ares xX Well-Known Member

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    A loose connection could cause it. If there is not enough area for current to pass you get resistance and heat. Corrosion can do the same thing. I recommend testing the resistance of the connection with an ohm meter. If it's more that .5 to 1 ohm, consider replacing the connector.

    @HAVOC , If you are not to concerned at the moment, check this connector, If your blower goes out.
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  5. Jul 19, 2020 at 5:46 AM
    Rick_Taco

    Rick_Taco I'll do it myself

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    Nice Work!
     
  6. Jul 19, 2020 at 6:36 AM
    GibbsTacoma

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    Decals for my truck.

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  7. Jul 19, 2020 at 7:46 AM
    Joker8824

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    Checking some things out post trip. What’s this chain supposed to hook to? Surely it isn’t supposed to be free hanging like this......

    Edit- does appear OEM.... but why hang like that

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  8. Jul 19, 2020 at 7:50 AM
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    It's an ARE Classic cap but I don't think they make them without side access anymore. It came with my truck when I bought it.
     
  9. Jul 19, 2020 at 8:10 AM
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    Thanks! Inside door panels are annoying cause you have small space to work with, window gears, and lots of blind spots. Cant fit a full sheet in without bending and wrinkling so you have to cut them down. Outside part, roof, and back wall went super fast. Drove it to the store this morning and could tell a difference. Inside feels sorta like a sound booth now, interior sounds didn't seem as loud or noticeable now.
     
  10. Jul 19, 2020 at 8:35 AM
    Xx Ares xX

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    The extra chain usually stays on top of the rim when you raise it. I would lower and raise the tire again making sure the excess chain pools on the upper part of the rim. When you get about half way, if you see it coming through, stick you hand under there and pull the excess above, on top of the rim.
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  11. Jul 19, 2020 at 9:22 AM
    Casper66

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    Thanks @EatSleepTacos and @pabstsmeared for the inspiration to get the third brake light finally done on the Best Top. I have been looking for a good solution for years. I even put a disconnect in it so I can remove the top. Partially blocked by the spare but a driver behind me should be able to see it.




     
  12. Jul 19, 2020 at 9:34 AM
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    Nice! I did the same mod a few months ago. Luckily the wife is working from home now so I drive it all the time lol

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  13. Jul 19, 2020 at 9:55 AM
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    Unchained 5150 Rick

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    Fully detailed with my Griot's G9 and Wolfgang 3.0 Swirl Remover, Finishing Glaze, then Blackfire Paint Sealant. Later today as this has all cured now for 48 hours I will apply Blackfire Midnight Sun Carnauba Wax.

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  14. Jul 19, 2020 at 10:00 AM
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    Pulled out that awkward tray holder in the dash that I never use and installed a kydex holster in there. You can BARELY see the butt from the passenger side window so it's fairly hidden. More accessible than the center console. I think I like it.

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  15. Jul 19, 2020 at 10:32 AM
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    I installed a rear camera a while ago. When I installed the rear camera switch it required 2 holes, one in the dash and the other in a small plastic trim piece. I cut the holes in 2 different places on the 2 pieces, lol. So instead of spending a few dollars on a new trim piece and cutting the hole in the correct location I spent hours modifying it, it still isn't perfect, but it's a keeper...
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  16. Jul 19, 2020 at 2:29 PM
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    I am thinking about doing the roof just to keep the heat out. Great project!
     
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  17. Jul 19, 2020 at 4:04 PM
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    Dobinson’s coils and shocks. SOS sliders, ditch light brackets, and front skid. Rigid ditch lights. BFG KO(dos) More minor stuff.
    Took her for a ride in the woods.
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  18. Jul 19, 2020 at 5:51 PM
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  19. Jul 19, 2020 at 6:30 PM
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    Came across this in my Nextdoor app today. Poor thing 2945D4AB-3F17-470F-9663-4F966A243C30.jpg
     
  20. Jul 19, 2020 at 6:37 PM
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    I've rearranged my priorities, putting Dana 60's and a FJ TC on hold, do a "step in the right direction" on my truck, and focus on my tiny piece of land and building a house on it.
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    So today I bought some used 5100's. I'm going to ditch the 3" front strut spacers, install 1" strut spacers, and install these 5100's on the front. I'm going with 600 lb springs because it's stock in weight.
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    After that it'll be rear springs, probably from National Spring.

    I got my eye on some take off rear shocks, TRD Pro, but there's a misunderstanding going on somewhere. The listing shows pictures of rear shocks, the writing for the same ad is for front struts, I asked the guy which set is it, and he said the pictures and the description were correct. I'm pretty sure I'm going to pick those front struts up and install them where the rear shocks go. LOL.
     

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