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Another new member..looking for upgrade advice.

Discussion in 'New Members' started by doityerself, Apr 27, 2017.

  1. Apr 27, 2017 at 6:20 PM
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    doityerself

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    doityerself [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Hello Tacoma People...
    So I thought I would say hi and get some advice on upgrades. Here is my truck now.
    tacoma_zpsqdnatt8q_23c56323491475af1ffa0d4ab240fbb6d1ccdbf4.jpg
    Dust and all...lol. 2006 double cab 4x4 SR5 with V6.
    So, a few years back I had some hail damage and had it repaired and painted and the paint sucks. Peeling. I thought I would do some upgrades and you can give your opinion, suggestions, advice, if you want.
    Here are my ideas and some links.
    New headlights.
    $146 DEPO 312-1186P-US2 Replacement Headlight Set (This product is an aftermarket product. It is not created or sold by the OE car company), Black
    https://www.amazon.com/Depo-312-118...&sr=8-2&keywords=2006+tacoma+headlights+black

    New foglights.
    $54 Spyder Auto FL-CL-TTA05-SM Toyota Smoke OEM Fog Light
    https://www.amazon.com/Spyder-Auto-...340617&sr=8-4&keywords=2006+tacoma+fog+lights

    New grill.
    https://www.customcargrills.com/Custom-Toyota-Grills.asp
    I like the perf SS in either gloss or flat. Haven't decided. Will probably add TACOMA in gloss or flat or either my OEM emblem and paint it black myself. Not really a fan of the chrome.

    The grill trim is chrome so will probably get it colormatched when my paint is done.
    Thought about black but ....naa. probably not. Too much...lol

    I have the aluminum LUND steps or whatever you want to call 'em. Thought I would get some black ones. Here is the nerf bar...or that's what they call it.:D
    $225 RealTruck Lund 23884295 Oval Curved Steel Nerf Bar 5", Black, Large
    https://www.amazon.com/Lund-2388429...83&sr=8-1&keywords=lund+steps+for+2006+tacoma

    I'm undecided about the tonneau cover I have. Sorta think it is dated and might get a new one. One of the black vinyl ones that folds up in sections. Any advice on which is good or if you would keep what I have would be great!

    Also looking at a bull bar. I see that many don't care for them. I sort of like this one but I might change my mind... that's the only sure thing about this. Me changing my mind that is.:rolleyes:

    Lund 27121210 Black Bull Bar with Integrated LED Light Bar
    https://www.amazon.com/Lund-2712121...93341386&sr=8-1&keywords=lund+bull+bar+tacoma

    Anyhow, if you want to help me out...thanks!
     
    doityerself, Apr 27, 2017
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  2. Apr 27, 2017 at 7:00 PM
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    ODNAREM

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    ODNAREM MEMBER Of The Church Of @ODNAREM

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    Welcome to TW!:thumbsup:Take your time and be as patient as possible.:fingerscrossed::DDo your research and make the right decisions for the long haul in what you want and get out of your truck!:yes:Hide your wallet until then!:laughing:
     
    ODNAREM, Apr 27, 2017
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  3. Apr 27, 2017 at 8:16 PM
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  4. Apr 28, 2017 at 7:51 AM
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    mattgecko

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    mattgecko The LED Lighting Guy. MattGeckoLEDs.com

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    Welcome!

    A set of bed lights to illuminate the bed.
     
    mattgecko, Apr 28, 2017
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  5. Apr 30, 2017 at 6:21 AM
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    doityerself

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    doityerself [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Thanks for the welcome, likes, and the wallet advice! :D ODNAREM, Over da Hill, and mattgecko. Do you ever get tired of researching stuff...aka lookin' at it... and just go get it?!:annoyed:
     
    doityerself, Apr 30, 2017
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  6. Apr 30, 2017 at 6:30 AM
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    jwctaco

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    Welcome to the TW
     
    jwctaco, Apr 30, 2017
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  7. Apr 30, 2017 at 6:35 AM
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    Welcome, truck looks pretty good as is. As mentioned watch the wallet lol
     
    MarX, Apr 30, 2017
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  8. Apr 30, 2017 at 11:32 AM
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    doityerself

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    doityerself [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Thanks MarX, there has to be a line between going over-board and wasteful and making improvements..or maybe that is the same. I dunno. I figure I need new paint so it's got to be the perfect time to try to upgrade some but how much is the question for me. My truck has long been paid for so I guess it will be less expensive than buying a new one.
     
    doityerself, Apr 30, 2017
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Products Discussed in

Spyder Auto FL-CL-TTA05-SM Toyota Smoke OEM Fog Light
$53.12
DEPO 312-1186P-US2 Replacement Headlight Set (This product is an aftermarket product. It is not created or sold by the OE car company), Black
$145.88
RealTruck Lund 23884295 Oval Curved Steel Nerf Bar 5", Black, Large
$224.99
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