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Buy once, cry once. What are some things you wish you have shelled the extra cash out for initially?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by SkinnyP2, Jun 14, 2019.

  1. Jun 16, 2019 at 10:51 AM
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    HTOWN4X4

    HTOWN4X4 Well-Known Member

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    Absolutely agreed. Back in 2012 I was traveling from TX to CA, and in my way through New Mexico, there was a bad snowstorm and only 4X4 trucks kept going. I regretted not having a 4X4. Then as soon as I came back, I traded in my prerunner for a 4X4. Just like you, I don't off road and I hardly ever see snow here, but is nice to have it, just in case is needed.
     
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  2. Jun 16, 2019 at 11:04 AM
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    Giggity Reid

    Giggity Reid Well-Known Member

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    I regret not getting the leather interior.
     
  3. Jun 16, 2019 at 11:05 AM
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    Giggity Reid

    Giggity Reid Well-Known Member

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    Selling it?
     
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  4. Jun 16, 2019 at 11:15 AM
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    shane100700

    shane100700 Bed, Bath & Beyond Crawler

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    Blackout wheel decals. Not really going cheap because I wanted to see how they would look black, but they didn’t last for shit. Doesn’t help with little to no snow plowed side roads this winter but they peeled and flaked pretty quick. Pulled them off when I installed the step sides (Go Rhino D6).
     
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  5. Jun 16, 2019 at 11:23 AM
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    Kymann

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    Kinda wish I bought something else...
     
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  6. Jun 16, 2019 at 12:03 PM
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    HTOWN4X4

    HTOWN4X4 Well-Known Member

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    Ridgeline?:crapstorm:
     
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  7. Jun 16, 2019 at 12:14 PM
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    Kymann

    Kymann Well-Known Member

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    You’re trying to open a shit storm lol...but yes I would have looked harder at one...I drove one for 11 years, great vehicle.
     
  8. Jun 16, 2019 at 12:17 PM
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    Gearheadesw

    Gearheadesw must modify

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    Bracket lift first, mall pass second.
     
  9. Jun 16, 2019 at 8:48 PM
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    CaptainBart45

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    Work in progress...
     
  10. Jun 16, 2019 at 8:54 PM
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    SunRunner

    SunRunner Rub some dirt on it!

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    Never regretted any truck related purchases until I bought the Thule xsporters bed rack for my new Tacoma, only to have now gone all in on a cap. Thought the rack would serve my needs, but turns out I need the extra secure and dry storage space only a cap can deliver. Up for sale... a $700 bed rack... lookout craigslist... here it comes!
     
  11. Jun 16, 2019 at 9:37 PM
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    MCCM

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    None yet.
    :rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl:
     
  12. Jun 16, 2019 at 9:41 PM
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    05prerun82

    05prerun82 Your local friendly Taco Mule TTC#0202

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    Wheels I wanted 16x8 method wheels in bronze but found discount tire discontinued mb wheels for 100 bucks they work fine just can't find a spare :mad:
     
  13. Jun 16, 2019 at 9:43 PM
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    05prerun82

    05prerun82 Your local friendly Taco Mule TTC#0202

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    Protect your self from finger herpes
     
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  14. Jun 20, 2019 at 3:54 AM
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    ICU1

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    They are pretty sweet.
    F7F988E7-15A9-4712-8A9A-69D8CC106AFB.jpg
     
  15. Jun 20, 2019 at 3:56 AM
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    WAY TOO MANY
    Any pics of bed rack ?
     
  16. Jun 20, 2019 at 4:41 AM
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    SunRunner Rub some dirt on it!

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    Height is adjustable. First pic looks like the front is set higher.

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  17. Jun 20, 2019 at 6:08 AM
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    Beanstalk

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    Lift kit. Almost bought a budget setup but I learned my lesson from my jeep days. Gonna save til I can afford a better one.
     
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  18. Jun 20, 2019 at 8:22 AM
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    Mikeybuck

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    I just wish I would of held out for the color I wanted.
     
  19. Jun 20, 2019 at 8:31 AM
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    beriman10

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    Fox 2.5 Suspension 2 in Lift
    Suspension is definitely a BOCO item. Whenever I'm testing waters with a different suspension, I buy used so I can recoup the cost(at least most of it) if it doesn't fit my intended need.
     
  20. Jun 20, 2019 at 8:48 AM
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    friendlywithbears

    friendlywithbears a tree falling in the woods

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    Did you wrap your white in MGM or get a new truck :rofl:

    Also excited to see a khaya can fit a short bed. Really want to hear how it is already...
     

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