Accessories Worth Getting

21 TRD OR DC - what I did

Within 24 hours of getting my truck
Seat covers
Floor mats
Bed mat - pulled out of my 2nd gen
Tires - had the dealer swap before delivery

Within a week of delivery
Bed stiffeners
Diff vent mod
H9 headlight mod

Within a month of delivery
Glove box organizer
Centre console tray
Suspension upgrade - hated the stock

 

Do you have a link to the code?

 

+1 on the bed mat and bed lights. I have a tonneau cover so the bed lights are a must!

 

Then get Skokie-tech. I love mine and easy install.

 

I would add it because it's there when you NEED it! I don't use mine a lot, but when I need it, it's there.

 

Posted in "What did you do today..." but since we were discussing it here, I installed the Striker hood support struts today. SO much better than muscling the hood up onto the prop rod. Release the hood and it pops up a few inches, disengage the catch and it raises quickly up to about 3/4 of the way and then slowly to the top. Set it at about 6" above the OEM prop rod height. I have a real aversion to drilling holes and that sort of thing, but the eight holes were worth it.

 

I couldn't agree more... except I bought Spyker hood struts.

 

Well, it will have to be Spiker, and keep the rivet tool for other riveting developments in life (I know, ). Not sure if it will be soon or in a few months, though.

 

I did not notice that much of a difference. I listen to classical, pop, blues, folk, etc. Could have saved myself the time and money.

 

+1 on dashcam. First collision/accusation of tail-gating when you get brake-checked, and it will pay for itself.

 

Replaced OEM tweeters with Kicker plug-and-play speakers and like @ixnay, didn't notice much difference. After reading more reviews and recommendations I returned them and installed

$80 DS18 PRO-ST OEM Subaru/Toyota Upgrade Bullet Compression Tweeters with Crossovers 1.9" - Car OEM Tweeter Upgrade Kit for Many Subaru/Toyota Models - Replacement for H631SFJ101 and H631SFJ100 (Pair)

DS18 tweeters (also plug-and-play). Marked difference! Much cleaner and clearer highs and they actually sound a bit louder. Had to dial back the higher frequencies a bit. Added Infinity Reference speakers from Crutchfield in the front doors and the stock system sounds MUCH better. First stock stereo that I haven't replaced in a vehicle I've owned in decades. Will probably add a powered sub to get a little more "oomph" a little ways down the road.

 

I just Googled it. Don't remember what it was

 

I second this, I have had both the Kickers and now have DS18s, and the DS18s are better in my opinion. Noticeably louder and more crisp sound (and cheaper!).

 

They were a pretty decent upgrade for the $ after retuning the audio settings (basically made the tweeters audible and had a lot more clarity). I have a lightly used set available for cheaps: drizzoh's 3g parts for sale thread | Tacoma World

 

Looks like I’m gonna cancel the order on the kickers and order these

 

1. Striker hood struts
2. AC drain mod
3. Rear differential breather mod
4. Front wheel well rubber engine splash guards

 

Finally got my new taco! Installed the Softtopper and was drilling holes in it within a few hours. Picked up the dog on the way home and and immediately got hair and mud on the interior. It's a truck and is going to be utilized as such.

Mods I've added:

Center Console Organizer
Center Console hidden lid compartment
Glove Box organizer
Softtopper for Long Bed (Still need to seam seal)
ZP Precision 1L cup Holders
Falken Wildpeak AT3W tires 265/65/R16
Front Back Matching Window Tint
Clear Protective Hood and Light Wrap
BamBed rear Platform

Things I need to get still:
Bracket to hold a 5lb propane canister, possibly on the interior.
Bracket to hold a 5gal water jug
RCI Aluminium Full Skid plates
Rock bars

Already have driven it across the country from Colorado to Washington. I'm not certain I need a tune yet. The last Tacoma was a 2.7L 4cyl manual transmission so to goto a v6 automatic I've increased my horse power by almost 2x (149 vs 279). The increase is highly noticeable, but I've only had it a few days and am still driving it like my old Tacoma. But I can give it the beans now and it goes!

 

Congrats on the new Taco! The tune isn’t necessarily about more power but about Drivability