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Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Titus139, Dec 20, 2020.

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  1. Dec 22, 2020 at 4:59 AM
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    JeffBoyardee

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    My X2Power battery got rid of that concern!! It's a nice feeling, not having to worry about it. Of course, I still keep a jump pack, because any battery can fail.
     
    JeffBoyardee, Dec 22, 2020
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  2. Dec 22, 2020 at 5:27 PM
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    Kolter45

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    Relocation trailer mod just got here
     
    Kolter45, Dec 22, 2020
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  3. Dec 22, 2020 at 9:13 PM
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    Waasheem

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    Waasheem The catholic radio bear

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    Search adm, you’ll find all the info you need and the guy to contact to get one. I did it, no complaints.

    Unrelated, shortly later I had to replace the clutch master cylinder, it’s one of the more frustrating tasks.
     
    Waasheem, Dec 22, 2020
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  4. Dec 22, 2020 at 9:17 PM
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    dcoursler

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    dcoursler They call me Tater Salad

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    Currie Rock Jock High Pinion 60, JD Fab EVERYTHING, Fox shocks, Radflo Shocks, Archive Garage all the other things, spinny thing on top of the motor
    Supercharger :cool:
     
    dcoursler, Dec 22, 2020
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  5. Dec 23, 2020 at 5:15 AM
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    Raylo

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    Seat heaters. Just did mine a couple months ago... not sure how I survived the 11 previous winters without them.
     
    Raylo, Dec 23, 2020
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  6. Dec 23, 2020 at 6:18 AM
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    TodayWasTHeDaY

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    For a Canadian or anyone who deals with cold winters:
    -Remote start
    -Heated seats
    -Heated mirrors

    For an Enthusiast:
    -HPtuner with tuning by @JustDSM, big improvments for stock or modded trucks
    -Forced induction (supercharger, turbo)

    For a standard trans lover:
    -HPtuner (with rev hang deleted)
    -Accumulator delete
    -Core/Hurst short throw shifter
     
    TodayWasTHeDaY, Dec 23, 2020
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  7. Dec 23, 2020 at 9:56 AM
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    Titus139

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    What are you all running for onboard hot water? What’s your setup?
     
    Titus139, Dec 23, 2020
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  8. Dec 23, 2020 at 11:04 AM
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    seedy_tea

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    how does this save you money?
     
    seedy_tea, Dec 23, 2020
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  9. Dec 23, 2020 at 11:08 AM
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    scocar

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    scocar, Dec 23, 2020
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  10. Dec 23, 2020 at 12:59 PM
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    TexasWhiteIce

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    you do your own oil changes .... which saves money

    Also, you spend less time doing said oil changes: I.e. Time=money

    ....and no need to buy new washers, additional towels to wipe up spills, or oil containers since you pretty much let it drip into a used oil container ( I use the empty Mobil 1 containers from the previous oil change) since you can open and close the valve during the oil draining.
     
    TexasWhiteIce, Dec 23, 2020
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  11. Dec 23, 2020 at 2:46 PM
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    Marshall R

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    Gas, oil, that's about it
     
    Marshall R, Dec 23, 2020
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  12. Dec 25, 2020 at 10:11 PM
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    Oil Catch Can, OIl Pressure and Temp Gauges, Falken Wildpeak A/T3W 265/70R16
    I've got a lot of little stuff done to mine like radio, gauges, floor mats etc but my favorites are:

    Tint - I'm using Llumar CTX ceramic tint, it UV blocks very well.
    4xInnovations skid plate - this things heavy and can take a hit, it's stout enough to use as a jacking point.
    LED reverse lights.
    Seat heaters - I finally put these in with the help of my brother, I should have done this years ago. You don't have to be very elaborate or take apart the whole truck to do this. I put the switch in the plastic trim piece on the seats and located it just ahead of the lumbar adjustment knob. Wires are ran down the door sill. It's minimally invasive and just required running a positive and negative to the seats.
    The rear diff breather extension is a good add as is a PCV catch can.

    Interior I like LED lighting, I've got red in the dome and white in map lights. Pretty neat to have the dome only come on when you get in and not be blinded.
    I changed out all the control knobs to be an actual knob - mine are AJT Design.
    Oil pressure and temp gauges are nice but not a big convenience item.
     
    DaveB.inVa, Dec 25, 2020
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  13. Dec 25, 2020 at 11:47 PM
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    Kolter45

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    I did the redline hood struts group buy not long back. Eager to install them soon.

    I did the 3M color stable series for my tint. It's been great! Going strong 2 years! The color match on all 4 windows was perfect for me. Saving on that AC!
     
    Kolter45, Dec 25, 2020
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  14. Dec 25, 2020 at 11:50 PM
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    wiggler

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    If I am understanding the original question correctly, then:

    - bed mat
    - window tint
    - rain guards
    - floor mats
    - dash mat
    - tires
    - beer
     
    wiggler, Dec 25, 2020
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  15. Dec 26, 2020 at 12:00 AM
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    Kolter45

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    Window Rain Guards have very 2 distinctive styles & you need to be picky. In-channels, that look sweet as fuck!!! Or mine, The big boys you stick on the exterior of the truck.

    Pros & Cons for both. Major issue is, my type is exterior stick on. It looks bulky & funky. As opposed to the in-channels guards that look very ergonomic & clean. But!, I can have my windows cracked significantly more & don't have to scuff up my OEM felt window liner for installation. :notsure: I picked mine because I can get air & the snow won't get in. I live in Denver & its a practical decision for me. If you smoke, my type is more preferred
     
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  16. Dec 26, 2020 at 3:55 AM
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    Larzzzz

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    Aux back up lights, Bed lights, Re-located trailer plug, Good dooby, a.k.a. jumper cable mod, Heated seats, back up camera,
    If it gets cold in the winter time where you live; then I would suggest heated seats.

    The redline hood struts are awesome too.

    The list of stuff is waaaaaaay to long. :rofl:

    This place is like the vacuum of space on your wallet if you let it...
    :spending::spending::spending:
     
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  17. Dec 26, 2020 at 4:27 AM
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    center console lock
     
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  18. Dec 26, 2020 at 8:16 AM
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    Not sure I would put beer last. Maybe include it with each item listed.
     
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  19. Dec 26, 2020 at 9:22 AM
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  20. Dec 27, 2020 at 5:38 AM
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    Any write ups for adding heated seats?
     
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