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What would make my Tacoma look better?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by thehesher, Jan 9, 2021.

  1. Jan 9, 2021 at 6:14 AM
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    thehesher

    thehesher [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I think it looks kind of plain. But then again I also hate the color white. Getting 33’s next summer probably.
     
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  2. Jan 9, 2021 at 6:22 AM
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    EdgemanVA

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    How about several bikini models?
     
  3. Jan 9, 2021 at 6:26 AM
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    Gen2 Man

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    They always look better clean.
     
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  4. Jan 9, 2021 at 6:29 AM
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    Iwilltaco

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    Think it looks pretty good.
     
  5. Jan 9, 2021 at 6:30 AM
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    Rexfordian13

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    Bikini models or trucks?
     
  6. Jan 9, 2021 at 6:37 AM
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    spitdog

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    A lot of people would be happy to own your truck.
     
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  7. Jan 9, 2021 at 6:39 AM
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    Knute

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    Wash it. Remove the shell and that funky ass sticker behind the rear wheel.
     
  8. Jan 9, 2021 at 6:39 AM
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    JasonLee

    JasonLee Hello? I'm a truck.

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    Nice truck! I like it the way it is!
     
  9. Jan 9, 2021 at 6:41 AM
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    Hunter gatherer

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    6" chrome exhaust tip JK if you need to spend money I'd go with a front bumper and sliders
     
  10. Jan 9, 2021 at 6:42 AM
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    Iwilltaco

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    How will we know it’s a tx Baja then :notsure:
     
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  11. Jan 9, 2021 at 6:51 AM
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    Clearwater Bill

    Clearwater Bill Never answer an anonymous letter

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    Clean it and de-badge/sticker.

    Some don't like contrasting color toppers. I don't think yours looks bad though. But if you would like it better white, look into a DIY project with www.monstaliner.com. It would be a great product to update the topper with a very durable finish.
     
  12. Jan 9, 2021 at 7:13 AM
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    thehesher

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    I am happy to own it too :) just have lots of down time lately and want to spice it up
     
  13. Jan 9, 2021 at 7:15 AM
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    thehesher

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    I do want to make it black! Trying to decide between bed liner or paint
     
  14. Jan 9, 2021 at 7:15 AM
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    thehesher

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    I just barely put the shell on for camping
     
  15. Jan 9, 2021 at 7:17 AM
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    Knute

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    Personally, I don't like calling attention to my truck.

    IMHO, it just invites the criminally curious to eyeball and scrutinize for opportunity.


    I have gone beyond the need to look "cool" or have a brotruck.
     
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  16. Jan 9, 2021 at 7:22 AM
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    Rock Lobster

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    Sell the hard shell and buy a softopper. That definitely changes up the look. :bananadead:

    Truck looks nice as is. I wouldn't mess with it too much.
     
  17. Jan 9, 2021 at 7:26 AM
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    thehesher

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    Truck actually had a softopper on it when i bought it. I kind of regret selling the soft topper, but the reason i did was so i can stealth camp in cities when need be without looking like a camper or worrying about someone unzipping it. hard shells lock and can look like a work truck to blend in. i do love the look of those soft toppers though, especially on a quicksand colored truck
     
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  18. Jan 9, 2021 at 7:27 AM
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    Iwilltaco

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    You haven’t gone beyond the need to tell us you are too “cool” to care. :D
     
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  19. Jan 9, 2021 at 7:29 AM
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    Knute

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    I really don't care.

    Its his truck and he asked for opinions.

    I offered my opinion. Take it or leave it.
     
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  20. Jan 9, 2021 at 7:31 AM
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    thehesher

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    That wasn’t me who replied to you. I just liked your post
     
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