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Discussion in 'New Members' started by Zowie01, Feb 15, 2021.

  1. Feb 15, 2021 at 1:07 PM
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    Zowie01

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    Hi I just joined the forum. I am planning to buy a used 17 Taco with manual 6spd. I’m a bit nervous about all this. please check the photos and let me know if I should be concerned about the rust on undercarriage. Also I’d like to make sure it has tow package: since it is a manual transmission Tacoma, i guess it doesn’t have transmission fluid cooler: anyone know how I can be certain that it comes with Tow Package?? Thank you!

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  2. Feb 15, 2021 at 1:09 PM
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    Bigdaddy4760

    Bigdaddy4760 Well traveled Older Than Dirt

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    I had a 13 manual with tow package. Mine, at least, had a higher output alternator, an oil cooler (I think under the oil filter, and the factory receiver/wiring for trailer lights. I wonder if there’s a way to search the VIN to find out.
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  4. Feb 15, 2021 at 1:22 PM
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    Zowie01

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    how about that! You got my question solved in 5min! I googled what you told me and Toyota had it on their website!
    https://www.toyota.com/owners/my-vehicle/vehicle-specification
    thank you, I even found out it is Texas built Tacoma, I’m going for it!
     
  5. Feb 15, 2021 at 1:23 PM
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    That is just a little bit of surface rust, not an issue at all. The tow package on a ‘17 would include the extra tranny cooler (looks like a tiny radiator in front of the radiator) and of course the heavy duty receiver hitch assembly bolted to the frame.
     
  6. Feb 15, 2021 at 1:23 PM
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    lynyrd3

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    buckhuntin-tacoma

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  8. Feb 15, 2021 at 3:10 PM
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    brandon78lusch

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    the rust there isnt something to worry about too much. Go ahead and start protecting the frame now because it could get worse overtime.
     
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  9. Feb 15, 2021 at 7:10 PM
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