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2021 Tacoma Pro Red Coil Marking

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Talko, Dec 12, 2022.

  1. Dec 12, 2022 at 11:46 AM
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    Talko

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    Just curious as to why they mark these coils?

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  2. Dec 12, 2022 at 11:51 AM
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    9th

    9th Not a Civil Engineer

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  3. Dec 12, 2022 at 12:01 PM
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    rnish

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    Looks like they were covering something up.
     
  4. Dec 12, 2022 at 12:14 PM
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    Borracho Loco

    Borracho Loco My truck identifies as a Prius.

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    Oh look, another mod....
    I have a very similar mark on my coils. I don't have a pro, just an Offroad edition. I suspect the mark is to verify that something is lined up? I bought the truck with 8 miles on it, so it has to be from the factory. The truck has never been in an accident.

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  5. Dec 12, 2022 at 5:08 PM
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    CT Yankee

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    Only aesthetic mods so far Leer 180 cap & Clazzio covers on order.
    Maybe they need a way to identify them?
    A bit of red paint should solve your concern if you don't like it.
     
  6. Dec 12, 2022 at 5:59 PM
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    maxmk8

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    Don’t have any markings on mine. Maybe your taco was made on a Tuesday
     
  7. Dec 12, 2022 at 6:02 PM
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    scootter82

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    Looks like stock upper control arm rubbed against the coils, likely while off roading and wheel droop
     

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