The Neighbors Truck

Blockhead · Jan 22, 2023

Sprig said: ↑

Why do anything to the truck? It’s a bare bones basic 2 wheel drive with super low miles. Don’t misunderstand, I think it’s a great little truck and you are fortunate to have it. You can do all the mods you want but it won’t change the fact that it’s a bare bones 14 year old truck. If you just have to do some mods do something like upgrading the stereo system. Leave the truck as it is and enjoy owning and driving it. The money you saved either put it in savings (I know that’s a foreign concept to many of the youthful) or spend it on something like your education. In any event you are fortunate indeed have a great truck for so little $$$, enjoy the hell out of it.
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Agreed. I know it’s blasphemy to mention here but my other truck is a bare bones 2013 Silverado, 2 wheel drive, 8 ft bed, roll down windows etc. When you open the hood you can actually see the ground like vehicles from the old days. Its a simple work truck for use around the house. The OP hit the lottery imho…

TexasWhiteIce · Jan 22, 2023

Leave it stock. Just change the fluids and probably tires. Don't even change the windshield. Keep everything stock as possible.

Clearwater Bill · Jan 22, 2023

I love my 5 lug. There is a whole forum for just them.

Agree with others. Don't botch up that gem with choices that alter it's design too much. Particularly the suspension.

Tip: You can run 235 75 15 tires with no rub/cut/trim if you use OE wheels. That will offer a bit of true ground clearance and some ride improvement.

robson1015 · Jan 22, 2023

Great score ! I have the exact same truck-2009 base model -mine had 48,000 miles when I bought it last year.
Things you will want to upgrade: Delay windshield wipers, window tint, air pump mod, seat mod, fumoto oil valve, heated mirrors, painted steel wheels, tool box, rear camera, etc. These are the upgrades that I have done with mine. All the information is on this awesome site. Good luck and I look forward to seeing your progress.....

Waasheem · Jan 22, 2023

wdb said: ↑

6 months later:

Just kidding, you are a lucky individual and apparently a decent one as well. The fact that he wanted to give it to you means a lot! Congratulations and enjoy the gift.
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Looks like the hoonigan previous location, the low dock.

Blak Shinobi · Jan 22, 2023

Nice! I would be thrilled!

oldtimertoyota · Jan 22, 2023

Congratulations what a great story!

I have owned my 1986 Toyota 2wd since new and when it’s time for me to let it go it will be a gift to someone that will hopefully love it and care for it the way I have.

Sprig · Jan 22, 2023

robson1015 said: ↑

Great score ! I have the exact same truck-2009 base model -mine had 48,000 miles when I bought it last year.
Things you will want to upgrade: Delay windshield wipers, window tint, air pump mod, seat mod, fumoto oil valve, heated mirrors, painted steel wheels, tool box, rear camera, etc. These are the upgrades that I have done with mine. All the information is on this awesome site. Good luck and I look forward to seeing your progress.....

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This is excellent. All the additions or mods make the truck more functional and comfortable but don’t change the basic truck and look of the truck.

Soonr1 · Jan 22, 2023

Blockhead said: ↑

Agreed. I know it’s blasphemy to mention here but my other truck is a bare bones 2013 Silverado, 2 wheel drive, 8 ft bed, roll down windows etc. When you open the hood you can actually see the ground like vehicles from the old days. Its a simple work truck for use around the house. The OP hit the lottery imho…
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The OP sure as hell did. The best value are bare bones trucks but 2000 dollars is insane. I’d add some all terrain tires and leave it stock and put 400 thousand miles on it.

CraigF · Jan 22, 2023

welcome

headlights for second gen https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/the-ultimate-headlight-upgrade-h4-not-led-or-hid.398066/

if you want to add fog lights https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/the-led-sae-j583-fog-pod-fog-light-review.554813/
then there are some theads on wiring options

Blockhead · Jan 23, 2023

whatstcp said: ↑

Congratulations!

If I were you, I'd do my best to leave it as close to stock as possible. I'd go with a simple mod list like

tinted windows

oem style fogs

intermittent wiper stalk

bed mat

cruise control (if pre-wired)

catalytic converter protection

critter protection

play checkers with the old man once in a while, take him something good to eat. No seriously, nursing homes are a mental and physical drain on their residents. A simple 30 minute visit and dropping off a photo of the truck once in a while will do wonders. He didn't want your money, fine, but repay him with kindness if possible.

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^^^ THIS ^^^
What a great post, especially the last suggestion! Priceless…

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