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Upgrades you DON'T regret

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by dcmsideshow, Sep 20, 2024.

  1. Sep 21, 2024 at 3:32 PM
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    MGMDesertTaco

    MGMDesertTaco Come on, live a little...

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    Aside from the cost, all the modifications have been nice to have.

    ARB twin, Everstart 24F AGM, sound system, Bakflip X4S, trd catback, meso interior lights, oem led headlights, ss3 max/pro ditch and fogs, vleds led tail lights, led mirror turn signals, seat jackers, rough country seat covers, ect.

    That Sony 9500es does look nice. :rofl:
     
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  2. Sep 21, 2024 at 3:33 PM
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    Road_Warrior

    Road_Warrior There is nothing on my horizon except everything

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    Yessss. x2.

    My Goose Gear setup has made life so much easier, such a great product.

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  3. Sep 21, 2024 at 4:19 PM
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    THEJOEB

    THEJOEB Member

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    Stop giving me ideas, my truck is already too fat.

    So far I have according to my upgardes list:

    OTT Tune
    Catshield millercat
    400W full time inverter/plug in cab
    RSI Smartcap evo
    Frontrunner Slimline2 rack
    Jackery 1000 plus Solar gen and 2x 100w panels on rack
    Setpower 45L dual zone Fridge
    Trailgate tailgate insert
    Wireless adapter for carplay
    Total Chaos bed stiffeners
    Agency 6 hitch receiver
    OEM bed mat
    AVS Rain guards
    OVS Nomadic 270 XD awning
    RCI Sliders
    Wolfbox G930 dash camera/backup camera rearview mirror

    Problem now is I bolted on so much stuff that im squatting a bit in the rear and need some Deaver stage 3 springs I think... then may as well do the Tires, thinking some AT4W skinnies... then maybe... fml
     
  4. Sep 21, 2024 at 4:19 PM
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    Inyo_man

    Inyo_man Don't piss down my back and tell me it's raining.

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    Deaver stage 3 springs mated with Elka 2.5's.

    Cheers
     
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  5. Sep 22, 2024 at 5:23 AM
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    bmg88201

    bmg88201 Well-Known Member

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    Bed step, so dang useful.
    Modesta Diamond coating on exterior paint
    Bed stiffeners
    Tailgate anti- theft brackets
    Larger knobs for the radio

    And I guess you can call them mods ——- AC drain hose, enlarged drain holes in the bed
     
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  6. Sep 22, 2024 at 10:48 AM
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    Dawelda

    Dawelda Well-Known Member

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    2.5" lift w/33" tires, 10K Winch & bumper, camper shell
    I don't have a ton of money to spend on my truck so, all my choices have been carefully made with no regrets so far.
    However, I will say the KDMax tune and Leer camper shell have been the best for everyday utility. :cheers:

    Rear seat delete may be coming soon and that's a pretty big commitment ... not so sure yet. Maybe I should read your "most regretted" first?
     
  7. Sep 22, 2024 at 11:34 AM
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    FRE1809

    FRE1809 Well-Known Member

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    I don't have a ton of mods but the top 3 would be Diode Dynamics SS3 max fog lights, Pedal Commander and seat jackers.
     
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  8. Sep 22, 2024 at 12:29 PM
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    TacoTime55

    TacoTime55 TT58

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    TRD Lift,OTT Tune, LED HLs,TRDSkid, TalonCAT
    I do like the improved look of the OEM TRD Gear Shifter Knob:

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  9. Sep 22, 2024 at 12:37 PM
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    TacoTime55

    TacoTime55 TT58

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    TRD Lift,OTT Tune, LED HLs,TRDSkid, TalonCAT
    Also...the OTT Tune is fantastic!

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  10. Sep 22, 2024 at 1:07 PM
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    grogie

    grogie Sir Loin of Beef

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    My Diambondback cover.

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  11. Sep 22, 2024 at 1:11 PM
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    TacoTime55

    TacoTime55 TT58

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    TRD Lift,OTT Tune, LED HLs,TRDSkid, TalonCAT
    That's the model I want & am saving up for!!!

    DB/SE
     
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  12. Sep 22, 2024 at 3:28 PM
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    grogie

    grogie Sir Loin of Beef

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    Nice! I highly suggest the Crossbin 8. It allows long items to slip under it.

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  13. Sep 22, 2024 at 4:30 PM
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    Williston

    Williston Well-Known Member

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    Stock (99.999%) OEM Bed Floor Mat, Front Bed Rail Cargo Net and hooks, Auto-Dim mirror w/Compass and outside Temperature display, TRD Pro Grille, Uni-Filter air pump modification, WeatherTech floor liners f/r. OEM All-Weather floor mats (summer).
    OEM Auto-dim rear view mirror w/compass and outside temp display, OEM Bed Mat, Cargo Net with bed-rail hooks. WeatherTech floor liners, OEM TRD Pro Grille insert, OEM TRD Pro Shift Knob, tailgate anti-theft clamps.
     
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  14. Sep 22, 2024 at 10:56 PM
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    Stocklocker

    Stocklocker Well-Known Member

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    RCI high(er) clearance rear bumper. So much tail dragging avoided over the years.

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  15. Sep 23, 2024 at 5:12 AM
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    bmg88201

    bmg88201 Well-Known Member

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    I see a lot of posts about folks getting hood struts. I never had a vehicle with a hood that weighs as much as my Taco. My skinny short ass don’t like this heavy hood. I’ve seen Redline and Strikers brands being posted. Are they worth the money and trouble, do they last or is it a gimmick. Is there a brand that is the best ?
     
  16. Sep 23, 2024 at 5:33 AM
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    GTGallop

    GTGallop Well-Known Member

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    Dash Cams and Hams!
    JESUS CHRIST! Ain't that the truth? Same with the one in the center console. Probably best bang for the buck EVER.
    Aside from that, the Dash Cam would be next. Only because I upgraded to one that has 2 channels and Sony Starvis-2 Chip and it cost twice as much as the last one. But worth it.
     
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  17. Sep 23, 2024 at 8:24 AM
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    STEELeR43

    STEELeR43 Well-Known Member

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    3" Icon Lift, SPC UCA, B&M Sport Shifter, OTT Tune
    I don’t about those brands of hood struts. I got different brand of hood struts from KTJO 4x4, installed in my Tacoma last year. Still working, I don’t have link to their website, or don’t know what brand of hood struts. But it seems to be good quality, and design.:)
     
  18. Sep 24, 2024 at 3:24 AM
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    PTSDTherapy

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    We should post a warning like they do on the bottom of the gambling commercials. Instead of asking “Gambling Problem?” and posting a number ours says “Modding Addiction?”
     
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  19. Sep 24, 2024 at 10:04 AM
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    ks9158

    ks9158 Well-Known Member

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    Pioneer DNH7600NEX Upgrade with new speakers hands down
     
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  20. Sep 24, 2024 at 10:22 AM
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    monoman

    monoman Time to get dirty!

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    SnugTop SuperSport shell CaliRaisedLED light bar BFG K0 AT’s Bilstein 5100's up front, (#2) & 4600 in rear N-2 Designs remote start/keyless entry Anytime 12v outlets... one by shifter & one in bed Daily driver....
    For me the best thing I've added to my Tacoma so far is the keyless entry/remote start kit from N2 Designs. Being I have the SR, it doesn't have a keyhole on the passenger side. That got old really fast, so it really helps a lot. I'm starting to use the remote start feature a lot more lately too. Its nice to start it up after work on hot days with the A/C running to cool it off, & vice versa with the heater in the winter time.... :thumbsup:
     
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