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Completed 2.5 gen conversion on my '09 DCSB

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by tube, Feb 24, 2023.

  1. Feb 24, 2023 at 9:59 AM
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    tube

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    Hi everyone,

    After wrecking my '09 in a bad snowstorm, I decided to take on the labor myself and complete a full 2.5gen facelift. Insurance did NOT total the truck for this amount of damage even with 260k miles.

    Total estimated cost after paint: $3k

    I'd be happy to answer any questions you guys have about the swap. It's straightforward but also requires a serious amount of planning and attention to detail to make sure you get the right parts and hardware.

    Otherwise, enjoy the pics.

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    tube, Feb 24, 2023
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  2. Feb 24, 2023 at 10:05 AM
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    Looks good!
     
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  3. Feb 24, 2023 at 10:11 AM
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    The truck looks great!

    The 2.5 front end face lift is one of my favorite mods on my truck.
     
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  4. Feb 24, 2023 at 11:54 AM
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    Nice job!
     
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  5. Feb 24, 2023 at 11:57 AM
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    Looks good! Time to do the steering wheel upgrade!
     
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  6. Feb 24, 2023 at 12:33 PM
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    That looks great!

    What did you do for the grille? Where'd you buy it, did it come painted or did you have it sent somewhere, etc? I need replace mine.
     
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  7. Feb 24, 2023 at 1:59 PM
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    Nice looking
     
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  8. Feb 26, 2023 at 1:15 PM
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    Nice. Way to make lemonade out of a bad situation!
     
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