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Condad's 2000 Tacoma Restoration

Discussion in '1st Gen. Builds (1995-2004)' started by SkeetFighter, Oct 17, 2021.

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  1. Oct 17, 2021 at 12:00 AM
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    SkeetFighter [OP] Condad

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    Howdy y'all! My name's Conrad and I recently purchased my 2000 metallic blue Tacoma and I'm working on restoring it. It's a 3.4L V6, automatic and has four-wheel drive. I got it with 240,000 miles on it. Right now it has a check engine light for the torque converter solenoid but I'm in the process of learning how to fix that. I've got a long way to go and I have tons of plans for this truck. I just ordered a bunch more parts on Amazon and RockAuto and I'll be adding to my build thread!

     
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  2. Oct 17, 2021 at 12:01 AM
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    New double din radio from Amazon. The sound difference is insane.

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  3. Oct 18, 2021 at 9:52 PM
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    Today my new coil overs, spark plug wires, fuel pump filter and Monroe shock absorbers came in. Just replaced the spark plugs the other day. I got KYB struts coming in a few days and my new Denso fuel pump comes tomorrow.
     
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  4. Oct 18, 2021 at 9:52 PM
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    The new coil overs and spark plug wires after installation.

     
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  5. Oct 18, 2021 at 9:57 PM
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    Swapped all 4 speakers out with new ones from Crutchfield.

     
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  6. Oct 18, 2021 at 10:01 PM
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    I replaced the front grille and plasti-dipped that and my Toyota emblem.

     
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  7. Oct 18, 2021 at 10:03 PM
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    Nice looking truck, congrats!
     
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  8. Oct 18, 2021 at 10:07 PM
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    My next mission is to take the bed off the truck. Once off, I plan on treating the frame, replacing my shock absorbers, swapping out my CV axle seal, dropping the fuel tank and cleaning it out before installing the new pump and filter. I also have a tranny filter on the way for when I tackle my check engine light for a shift "e" solenoid sensor aaaaand my Honda windshield sprayer nozzles come in a few days.
     
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  9. Oct 18, 2021 at 10:08 PM
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    I appreciate it! It's been a lot of work so far but I'm loving the ride more and more every day :)
     
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  10. Oct 18, 2021 at 10:16 PM
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  11. Oct 20, 2021 at 4:32 PM
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    Replaced the PCV valve and fixed the tailgate handle from sticking out

     
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  12. Oct 20, 2021 at 4:33 PM
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    Removed the bumper and tail lights

     
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  13. Oct 20, 2021 at 4:33 PM
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    Frame is rusty than a mf. I'm looking into frame repair kits and welders in my area.

     
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  14. Nov 10, 2021 at 7:45 PM
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    Took the starter off and used a
    $19 Victory Lap ND-34SOL Solenoid Repair Kit
    Victory Lap ND-34SOL Solenoid Repair Kit along with a can of brake cleaner. WOW what a difference in startup!! Runs like a new vehicle now. Also put in some Honda Windshield Washer Nozzles. Crazy how big of a difference a little sprayer can make :eek:

    OEM VS. HONDA

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    SkeetFighter, Nov 10, 2021
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  15. Nov 11, 2021 at 1:21 AM
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    What'd you decide to do with the frame? I'd be worried about that spring mount failing with that chunk of frame missing. Hows the rest of it look?
     
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  16. Nov 11, 2021 at 1:50 PM
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    I haven’t gotten the frame repaired just yet but I got the parts needed. I went on autorust and ordered their midsection w/ spring mounts frame repair kit. With material surcharge and shipping it was $465. The rest of the frame is solid apart from those two sections!
     
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  17. Dec 17, 2021 at 9:16 PM
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    Took apart the dash and swapped out the green bulbs with some purple LEDs and I love the result

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  18. Dec 17, 2021 at 9:40 PM
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    A rtt i never use and 30 light bars
    I highly recommend only oem parts
     
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  19. Dec 23, 2021 at 12:29 PM
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  20. Dec 29, 2021 at 8:45 PM
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    SkeetFighter [OP] Condad

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    Went home for Christmas and decided to get some parts swapped out. I went to replace my front suspension and during the process parts just kept breaking. The struggles of having a 20 year old rust bucket lol. I ended up getting the front and rear suspension replaced. I also got new strut mounts and sway bar stabilizers.


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