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Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by zmac18, Nov 22, 2020.

  1. Nov 22, 2020 at 7:11 AM
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    zmac18

    zmac18 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    So finally got myself a tacoma. Super excited about it and also found out it came with automatic start which the dealer apparently didn't realize so that was a nice bonus. Now I just need to decide what to do to it first. Any options that are fairly inexpensive id love to hear. I plan to do the interior lights with leds and probably change the temperature control knows since those are cheap. Its all stock interior so definitely going to be swapping out the radio. Also not a huge fan of the grill currently so probably switch that out at some point

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  2. Nov 22, 2020 at 11:47 AM
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    GRNT4R

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    Looks great. I did the same thing with my temp knobs. Easy upgrade for under $10.
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  3. Nov 22, 2020 at 12:49 PM
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    congratulations!! You need to do something with the grill, makes it look like a pimpmobile. You must be in cold country and have a block heater, that will help. Take a look at this website, I have their lighting module in my truck and it is nice at night, gives plenty of light. http://www.flyzeye-designs.com
    Good luck
     
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  4. Nov 26, 2020 at 12:50 PM
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    Found out the grill was just a cover over the stock grill so I took it off and I think it looks better. Eventually going to swap it out for a cooler looking one.

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  5. Nov 26, 2020 at 1:17 PM
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    I thought it was properly a cover. That’s awesome. Looks like a whole new truck now
     
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  6. Nov 26, 2020 at 1:40 PM
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    I probably would have never known until I got a new grill for it if someone I worked with hadn't mentioned it lol. But definitely like the stock look better. It could use a touch up, a little faded, but still looks good I think. Loving this truck so far.
     
  7. Nov 26, 2020 at 2:03 PM
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    Someone will prob paint it for you for under 100 bucks
     
  8. Nov 26, 2020 at 2:05 PM
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    Thought about just plastidipping it along with the emblems. Heard it was pretty easy to do and cheap.
     
  9. Nov 26, 2020 at 2:11 PM
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    Yeah. Plastidip will run you about 5$.
     
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  10. Nov 29, 2020 at 8:08 AM
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    ARE cap, wade inchannel vent visors, weathertec floor mats, ranch hand grill guard, tuffy security boxes in bed, lockable tailgate handle. Still have stuff that needs to be installed and still have stuff ordered lol.
    Welcome to the family :bananadance::dancingbacon::broccoli::jellydance::kona::cheers::taco::yay:
     
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  11. Nov 29, 2020 at 8:36 AM
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    Guys in NC and other warmer climates may have never heard of blocking air flow a bit to facilitate driving highway speeds in sub-zero weather. Might explain the grill cover that came with your truck.
     
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  12. Nov 29, 2020 at 9:33 AM
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    Thanks happy to be apart of it.
     
  13. Nov 29, 2020 at 9:33 AM
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    Yeah I think so too. I ended up removing them. I like the stock look better and the plug and tuck in behind it still.
     

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