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Discussion in 'New Members' started by Obi-Wan-Kenobi-Nil, Mar 24, 2024.

  1. Mar 24, 2024 at 4:30 PM
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    Obi-Wan-Kenobi-Nil

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    Obi-Wan-Kenobi-Nil [OP] New Member

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    Lifted Upgraded shocks and swing bars Tinted windows Spray on black bed liner (Crappy Chinese double-din audio unit)
    Good to meet you all, glad to be part of an enthusiast group/ forum again.

    My name is Obi, I'm a 36yr old British guy living in Texas. I used to be part of groups in the UK for my BMW e36 328i Msport, and then for my Toyota Hilux 1995 (which I miss dearly)

    My father has just signed over his 2002 Tacoma Pre-Runner v6 3.4L to me, she's done 266,000 miles. The first thing I did was a full oil change (fully synthetic) along with filters. I also noticed the wheel arches needed re spraying (which I also did just last week) - attached photos before and after. IMG_2748.jpg IMG_2749.jpg IMG_2750.jpg IMG_2838.jpg IMG_2839.jpg IMG_2840.jpg

    Anyway, glad to be part of a group again, hope you are all well :)
     
    Obi-Wan-Kenobi-Nil, Mar 24, 2024
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  2. Mar 24, 2024 at 4:34 PM
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    Obi-Wan-Kenobi-Nil

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    Obi-Wan-Kenobi-Nil [OP] New Member

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    Lifted Upgraded shocks and swing bars Tinted windows Spray on black bed liner (Crappy Chinese double-din audio unit)
    I also this afternoon have just installed new headlights, side lights & fog lights, I think they look really clean. Didnt realise how much effort it is to take the main headlight out (taking off the front grill) before and after photos below. Enjoy :)IMG_3237.jpg



    IMG_3235.jpg
     
    Obi-Wan-Kenobi-Nil, Mar 24, 2024
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  3. Mar 24, 2024 at 4:57 PM
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    sublimaze

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    Welcome aboard!

    A little elbow grease and TLC make a huge difference! I bet you can see better at night now. And if you are still using halogen bulbs, you will see even better with LED bulbs :thumbsup:
     
    sublimaze, Mar 24, 2024
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  4. Mar 24, 2024 at 6:00 PM
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    AvalonTaco

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    What general area in Texas? I’ve lived in Houston and DFW area. I loved it and miss it!

    and Welcome to TW….
     
    AvalonTaco, Mar 24, 2024
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    Welcome to TW!
     
    Squirt, Mar 24, 2024
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  6. Mar 24, 2024 at 6:05 PM
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    Strictlytoyz

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    Welcome to the forums. A little detail goes a long way. Good job
     
    Strictlytoyz, Mar 24, 2024
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  7. Mar 29, 2024 at 8:19 PM
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    Obi-Wan-Kenobi-Nil

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    Lifted Upgraded shocks and swing bars Tinted windows Spray on black bed liner (Crappy Chinese double-din audio unit)
    Thank you for the welcome. What LED’s do you suggest? I’m still using standard bulbs yes.
     
    Obi-Wan-Kenobi-Nil, Mar 29, 2024
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  8. Mar 29, 2024 at 8:21 PM
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    Obi-Wan-Kenobi-Nil

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    Lifted Upgraded shocks and swing bars Tinted windows Spray on black bed liner (Crappy Chinese double-din audio unit)
    I’ve been living in Houston for the last 6 years. First Montrose area Taft & Westheimer. And now I live really close to UofH campus.
     
    Obi-Wan-Kenobi-Nil, Mar 29, 2024
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  9. Mar 30, 2024 at 3:42 AM
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    AvalonTaco

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    I miss it. Awesome city, fast moving traffic and diverse…
     
    AvalonTaco, Mar 30, 2024
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  10. Mar 30, 2024 at 5:50 AM
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    buckhuntin-tacoma

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    4 inch lift - complete blackout, n-fab step bars, Black Horse bull bar, 20 inch light bar, anytime fog lights, added led day running lights, Fuel wheels and Falken Wildpeak tires ,custom fit seat covers, Gatorback mud gaurds
    Welcome to TW! Keep the halogen bulbs, don’t put LED’s in halogen housings.
     
    buckhuntin-tacoma, Mar 30, 2024
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  11. Mar 30, 2024 at 6:28 AM
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    sublimaze

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    Welcome to Tacoma World!
     
    trwtaco, Mar 31, 2024
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    Codybuck93

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    Welcome from another newcomer as well!
     
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