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Replacing a full box on tacoma

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by goldentaco200869, Feb 7, 2024.

  1. Feb 7, 2024 at 7:20 PM
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    goldentaco200869

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    Hi I’m new to the forum, i’m
    Getting a full box swap done, just wondering how long does this normally take? I’m worried about other parts being harvested, any suggestions on how to protect myself? Thx.
     
  2. Feb 7, 2024 at 7:30 PM
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    Does that mean the bed?

    Some dependency on how much rust there is, how many things you break with your removal process and how much smart muscle you have helping you.

    With some luck a day or less, at a reasonable pace. A few hours if you are pretty good.

    Run into parts problems, who knows?

    Parked inside should squelch any 'harvesting'.
     
  3. Feb 7, 2024 at 7:38 PM
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    Full box, sides and bed, bumper, i might be paranoid I’m just worried that “my buddy” may swap out parts for his own truck, how do i avoid this? Seems like a stupid question, my frame is mint.
     
  4. Feb 7, 2024 at 7:45 PM
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    Depends how many bolts snap. But, assuming none, it should only take a few hours.
     
  5. Feb 7, 2024 at 7:47 PM
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    My buddy said a couple days, hmmmm. Thanks
     
  6. Feb 7, 2024 at 8:10 PM
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    I answered that.

    But if inside is at your buddies place, and you are worried, you need a new buddy.
     
  7. Feb 7, 2024 at 9:14 PM
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    So spray paint it is, thx
     
  8. Feb 8, 2024 at 10:10 AM
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    Seems reasonable.

    Logical..

    Tomorrow might be a fine day for your next post.
     

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