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Dash disassembly question

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by tbird95, Dec 17, 2014.

  1. Dec 17, 2014 at 3:03 PM
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    tbird95

    tbird95 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Hey guys, just wondering if anybody knows a couple things about dash disassembly...
    1) does the dash itself (not the bezels around stereo, vents, speedo or glove box) but the actual dash come in multiple pieces (ie. lower right, lower left, center, upper etc.) I'm looking for 2011-2014 specifically.

    2)Does a newer model (2012-2014) dash fit into a 2008 (I know some of the bezel sizes changed but the cab/dash as a whole seems pretty similar) I do know some of the bezel sizes changed.

    3) Does the vent/center bezel from a 2012 fit into existing 2008, if so is it pretty basic (minor mod or plug n play?or is it sucky, as in a bunch of mods or new dash are needed?).

    What I'm trying to do is swap the climate controls from a 2012 to my 2008. The sizes differ slightly but I'm thinking swapping the bezel takes care of that problem? The other thing I'm doing is adding heated seats and would like it to look as factory as possible with roller switches etc so I'd like to have them under the climate control and not have to do much (if any) cutting so I'd like to add the lower dash from a 2012 as well. I'm sure I'll think of more, please feel free to add anything helpful, I'm sure I'm not the only one wondering.
     
  2. Jan 17, 2015 at 2:27 PM
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    tbird95

    tbird95 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    TRD sport SR5 V6 DC, LB, 4x4, Tow package
    4runner heated, signal, courtesy light side mirrors, rearview mirror w/compass, temp & backup cam w/ pop luck PL 5400, Interior lights/gauges, BHLM, grillcraft MX black. Third brake light LED swap, rear tail lights LED swap from 2011. 3" Toytec (Boss) Coil overs, rear TSB AAL Bilsteins, Light Racing UCA. TRD grill badge, VIPER Smart Start.

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