What Have You Done To Your 2nd Gen Tacoma Today?

Replaced fuel float sensor. Old one would stop right after half tank and get stuck

 

Curious - at 192k, what major repairs have you had to do so far?

 

I know you asked the question to someone else but I’ll add my input. I turned over 190k on the way to work today. So far the only thing that I have HAD to do was replace the needle bearing with an ECG bushings. It was beginning to fail somewhere in the 160k range. I don’t remember the exact mileage. New serpentine belt, 3rd gen shocks and springs on the front in addition to regular maintenance is all I’ve ever done to. Regular maintenance included a transmission flush and fill.

 

Went ahead and installed the A-pillar RAM mount mod. One of the cheaper things I've done to the truck but definitely a game changer. Trying to navigate with a phone while driving a six speed is pretty rough otherwise, and the cheap suction cup mounts I've tried all bounce the phone out on rough roads.

 

What parts are used to do this. I have a ram mount already.

 

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/mod-a-pillar-ram-mount-gps-phone-holder.372250/

best thing since sliced bread

 

@easleycrawler

I did this mode & got the bolt from fasteners in Denver. I tried it on the drivers pillar & move it to the passenger side. It is amazing!

 

One of my favorite interior mods, affordable, relatively easy install and functional

 

Well being that I have an 06, the head gasket needed to be replaced so I did that earlier this spring. Only other thing that HAD to be replaced was a fuel pressure regulator which was causing a no start issue intermittently. Things I've replaced because I felt like it: 3rd gen trd off road shocks and leaf springs, new injectors, new OEM fuel pump, upper and lower control arms, inner and outer tie rods, thicker radiator because I tow quite often, shifter bushings as it was a bit sloppy, spark plugs, coil packs (was chasing that no start issue), all the driveline fluids, all 4 wheels bearings, water pump and pulleys, threw some better speakers in because stock ones stink, quieter exhaust, led fog lamps. I'm sure some other small things.

I wanted to refresh the truck and get it back to where I thought it should be, it drives great and tracks straight now. Shouldn't have to worry about too much for a while, but who knows. I bought this because I enjoy tinkering on vehicles, and I just couldn't wrap my head around a new taco. Plus if it gets a ding or dent I don't sweat it!

 

Thanks for the info @reg188 and @All Visible Hues 14

I’m at 96k and have had my first mechanical issue on a 2011 - driver’s side front wheel bearing.

Today gave the truck a wash and hit it with a combo ceramic/clay coat from Mothers.

 

Ah we both have white access cabs! Yours looks MUCH better than mine does! Good idea with the ceramic, keep that paint looking good.

 

This:

 

What is this, a post for ants!? Seriously tho congrats

 

Replace the phone with a small tablet and you will like it even more!

 

Did some work on the frame that Toyota said didn't qualify for replacement. I used a new-to-me product, Mastercoat. I detail the process on my restoration page;
https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/a-little-restoration.521020/page-7

 

Best “mod” ever!

 

Hey guys! I need to replace my rain deflectors on all 4 doors. Any suggestions? I've looked at the WeatherTech in channel ones, but not sure I like them. Currently, mine are mounted over the window on the paint. Is there an OEM number for these?

I also am looking for a good roof rack. The ones on Amazon are ugly. I don't have rails either.

 

Picked up some filters for the weekend, New car salesman was standing at my door before I even stepped out of the cab.

 

I have in-channel deflectors since 2009. No major issues.

 

I, too, have in-channel deflectors, since 2019, with no issues whatsoever. Initial placement is key, but they're pretty dummy proof. My windows also close "with authority" now, so I'm very sure when they're at the top.