What Have You Done To Your 3rd Gen Today?

You can chrome plastic also... lol

https://pchrome.com/5-ways-can-turn-plastic-chrome/#:~:text=Like metal, plastic can also,it then applies the chrome.

 

Actually went aftermarket on eBay, pretty happy with the color match. I figured they may need to be replaced over time so I was happy with the cost/product quality.

Here's the link, just make sure you get the ones with or without BSM holes. And be patient, a warm day is probably better for the plastic.

 

I went to the website and thought it odd that they recommended a sterile style conical nut on a aluminum wheel.

 

I was gonna order one o' them there fancy tailgate panels for $250, but I decided to just make one myself for $50 in parts.

Also just installed a Guild Outfitters outlet in the back of my center console so I can plug in my fridge more easily.

 

I'd like to see pics of this rack setup.

 

I just installed it so I don't have good pics yet, but it's a Leitner ACS rack. So far really like it.

I'll post photos later today.

 

If u really must know cuz ur interested in buying some... this man has a sweet rig with them on there.

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads...ng-beds-3rd-gen.417031/page-175#post-30344028

 

Thank you very much for the link and info.. Saved to my book marks...

 

Fantastic! Can you share the link to the materials?

 

Flushed the steering fluid, like a boss, with my new fluid extraction system. What a pleasant task, with the extracter. Recommended.

Waiting on delivery of coolant burp kit before flushing coolant system. Already identified the block drain valve.

 

Care to share links to both??

You should have a block drain plug/valve on each side... (sorry, you didn't make valve plural lol)

 

Seriously, both sides? Should I drain both sides to get the best flush?

Links:

Coolant burp kit:

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=EPAuto+Spill+Proof+Radiator+Coolant+Filling+Funnel+Kit



Fluid extractor:

$70 EWK Patented 6.5L Pneumatic/Manual Oil Extractor for Oil Change Pump for Automotive Fluids Vacuum Evacuation

https://www.amazon.com/EWK-Pneumati...qid=1735581662&sprefix=fluid+e,aps,139&sr=8-7

 

Yes, there is generally no crossover between sides of a typical V6/V8 engine until much higher in the engine block...

Thanks for the links...

 

Aluminum:
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Falken-...007ca9a93227ea0e94409cf75919839ac559cb19dc129

And I had some Rhino Lining spray on hand already. It's not necessary, but it definitely makes the piece more rugged.

But that's really it.

I put some door edge liner on mine, but it's totally not necessary if you make a nice, clean, straight cut.

 

Appreciate that, I'll run over to the HD and check it out!! Yours turned out great, looks like a commercial brand made it for you.

 

Thanks. I made a few mistakes with the cuts but it's pretty darn close. And frankly, I wasn't looking for it to be perfect, just wanted it to be functional. I did a rear seat delete with plywood that looks just like the fancy, expensive stuff. But I spent about $100 on it instead of $600. Is it just as good? No, but it serves me well and was cheap.

 

Some updated pictures. Installed BD ditch lights with powder coated brackets. New fog lights.

 

Thanks man, was skeptical at first as I have never been a fan of the exposed hardware but it’s definitely grown on me

 

Threw in the OE bed lighting and some front of the bed D rings over the weekend. added some OEM Pro all weather mats too. They suck, lol, but look good.
Keeping this one more OE this time around. (for now)

 

I can confirm they are conical. Just bought these wheels and lug nuts from their site.