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Favorite, worst, and most desired modifications

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Burdturger, Jan 30, 2019.

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  1. Feb 1, 2019 at 12:08 AM
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    Green Jeans

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    Green Jeans 6MT AC TRD OR 1GR-FE FTMFW

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    Oregone
    Vehicle:
    '13 TRD Off-Road
    Favorite:
    Firestone Ride-Rite airbags that help me to roll w/ the camper and tow the boat:
    B4E99A2C-8D5C-4E28-B254-B5F0F15100EB.jpg

    Worst:
    3’rd gen TRD OR leaf pack:
    Free, did help with ride quality for ~20k miles but now are flat.

    Most desired:
    Tie between 17” rims to open up a whole other world of tire options

    OR

    Bumper / Armor ... inclined to ARB for a bit of peace of mind from the critters
     
    Green Jeans, Feb 1, 2019
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  2. Feb 1, 2019 at 2:37 AM
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    Garab

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    Garab Well-Known Member

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    2018 TRD Sport MT6 DCSB
    OVtune 2.0 TRD Sema wheels 265/70/17 Falken Wildpeak AT/3 SL ADM BAKflip mx4
    Best:

    OVTune 1.05 has been my favorite as it has completely transformed my truck. It drives better, it shifts MUCH better, and the extra mpg gains have it paying for itself.

    Next best upgrade was the clutch accumulator delete mod. 12/10 the clutch now works the way a normal clutch should.

    Third place goes to the LED package for interior and backup lights.



    Worst:

    LED headlights and high beams. LEDs are absolutely garbage in our stock housings. LED doesnt project far enough and is outperformed by halogens. The only redeemable feature of LEDs is how long they last.

    I havent really got any other mods that i didnt like. I typically do lots of research so theres not a whole lot of regret in the mods i buy. Unfortunately i got catfished by great reviews of the ridiculous fanboy army that resides here.
     
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    Garab, Feb 1, 2019
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  3. Feb 1, 2019 at 3:06 AM
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    jsinnard

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    jsinnard Well-Known Member

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    You just can't post without taking a shot can you?
     
    jsinnard, Feb 1, 2019
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  4. Feb 1, 2019 at 3:39 AM
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    TC_Mic

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    TC_Mic Well-Known Member

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    State of confusion, aka Flori-duh
    Vehicle:
    2017 Silver Sky 2x4 Limited
    AMP Powerstep, UC Flex, bed lights, Opt7 Tailgate bar, black tailgate lettering Pending: re-configure tail light,s custom storage pocket bags, pinch weld painting, blackout badges, ......
    Best: Undercover flex - Protects stuff in the bed from weather and people

    Favorite: Opt7 light bar with sequential turns

    Worst: Cheap lights added to bed - 2 of 6 pods failed in less than 2 years. They will be replaced with better quality.

    Least favorite: Exhaust - Love it now, just took time, more than I wanted to take, to find the "right" sound level and tone for me. Still a nice mod.

    Most desired: Payment removal
     
    TC_Mic, Feb 1, 2019
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  5. Feb 1, 2019 at 3:57 AM
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    bajatacoguy

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    bajatacoguy Well-Known Member

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    Johnny
    RI to NH
    Vehicle:
    Blk Taco
    OEM: Bed Mat Roof Rack Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Door Sill Protectors KO2's Dobinson GTS Suspension TRD Beadlocks Timbren Bump Stops SPC UCA Rear SuperSpring SSO Slimline Winch Bumper SmittyBilt x20 Mobtown Sliders Mobtown Front Skid Avid Basket Bed Rack DECKED Draw Organizer Total Chaos Bed Stiffners Relentless Fab Bed Corner Tie Downs CBI Ditch Light Brackets ARB Dual Compressor Instant Air Tank Smittybilt RTT Road Shower II Indel-B Fridge/Freezer w/ Slide Ironman 4x4 Insulated Fridge Case Redline Tuning Hood QuickLIFT Yo_Hec - Center Console Molle Little Johnny III CB Radio KB Voodoo Flashlight Kit Switch Pro 8100 BlueSea Fuse Pelfreybilt Fuse Panel Mount Gecko - LED Bed Lights Gecko - LED Hood Lights Raptor Grill Lights Cali Raised - Bed Flag Pole Holder Center Console Tray & Organizer Weather Tech Floor Mats Weather Tech Hood Deflector TRAILER BUILD HAPPENING! Plate: Negan
    Worst - KB Voodoo bed rack (long gone). Easily the worst purchase!

    Best - Decked Draw System - Organization is key and this sucker is solid!

    Next - Rear Swing Out Bumper - Mobtown?
     
    Last edited: Feb 1, 2019
    bajatacoguy, Feb 1, 2019
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  6. Feb 1, 2019 at 4:03 AM
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    Garab

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    Garab Well-Known Member

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    OVtune 2.0 TRD Sema wheels 265/70/17 Falken Wildpeak AT/3 SL ADM BAKflip mx4
    I think its relevant and important that people understand that these reviews are senseless and biased from people who are completely incapable of critical thought or acknowleding faults of any kind in somethng they purchased.

    Does that bother you?

    (That was rhetorical, i wont be able see your answer.)
     
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    Garab, Feb 1, 2019
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  7. Feb 1, 2019 at 4:20 AM
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    Chooter

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    Chooter Well-Known Member

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    Gender:
    Male
    Colorado Springs Area
    Vehicle:
    2019 TRD Off Road
    Alaskan Malamute Fur and a plethora of mods... because ...
    Favorite Mods:
    ToyTech Boss Lift
    CaliRaised Bed Molle Panels
    Rigid Light Bar / Ditch Lights
    TRD Skid Plate
    LED Interior Lights
    RCI Sliders

    Future Mods:
    SSO Slimline Bumper
    Full Under Armor (Maybe RCI)
    New Tires (TBD)

    Worst / Least Favorite Mod:
    Wallet Drain
    Time spend on TacomaWorld (JK:cheers:... but... leads to Wallet Drain)
     
    Chooter, Feb 1, 2019
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  8. Feb 1, 2019 at 6:17 AM
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    jsinnard

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    jsinnard Well-Known Member

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    Quick to put people on ignore I see, differing points of view must be difficult for you.

    No matter, you've made yourself clear and your bias regarding the truck and people who like them is evident.

    Your opinion can be classified the same as those you scorn.
     
    jsinnard, Feb 1, 2019
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  9. Feb 1, 2019 at 6:26 AM
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    bajatacoguy

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    bajatacoguy Well-Known Member

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    RI to NH
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    Blk Taco
    OEM: Bed Mat Roof Rack Tri-Fold Tonneau Cover Door Sill Protectors KO2's Dobinson GTS Suspension TRD Beadlocks Timbren Bump Stops SPC UCA Rear SuperSpring SSO Slimline Winch Bumper SmittyBilt x20 Mobtown Sliders Mobtown Front Skid Avid Basket Bed Rack DECKED Draw Organizer Total Chaos Bed Stiffners Relentless Fab Bed Corner Tie Downs CBI Ditch Light Brackets ARB Dual Compressor Instant Air Tank Smittybilt RTT Road Shower II Indel-B Fridge/Freezer w/ Slide Ironman 4x4 Insulated Fridge Case Redline Tuning Hood QuickLIFT Yo_Hec - Center Console Molle Little Johnny III CB Radio KB Voodoo Flashlight Kit Switch Pro 8100 BlueSea Fuse Pelfreybilt Fuse Panel Mount Gecko - LED Bed Lights Gecko - LED Hood Lights Raptor Grill Lights Cali Raised - Bed Flag Pole Holder Center Console Tray & Organizer Weather Tech Floor Mats Weather Tech Hood Deflector TRAILER BUILD HAPPENING! Plate: Negan


    Calm down Smitty!
     
    bajatacoguy, Feb 1, 2019
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  10. Feb 1, 2019 at 7:59 AM
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    Gritto

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    Gritto Mrs Gritto's First Husband

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    Nowhere Else, Pottsylvania
    Vehicle:
    2006 AC AT V6 PreRunner
    Stock. SR5 Package #2.
    Favorite Mods:

    - New frame, does that count?. My favorite, by far. ;)

    - Sliders: The previous owner put them on, dunno the make.
    I wouldn't have done it left to my own devices. Seems a little silly on a PreRunner.
    But it's a big help for my wife getting in.
    And those assholes in parking lots that fling open their doors? Ha, screw them.

    - Tonneau: Never had one before, but my previous trucks were work trucks.
    Previous owner put on a cheapish Lund Peel and Seal.
    Doubt I would have put one on, but I like it.
    Easy to roll up, seals tight as a drum. looks good.

    - Seat Covers: This one I did myself.
    Didn't know about Clazzios or the other upscale ($$$) types.
    So in my ignorance I got these:

    $99 Durafit Seat Covers, Made to fit 2005-2008 Tacoma SR5 Front Bucket Seat Covers in Gray with Graphite InsertsAutomotive Velour
    https://www.amazon.com/Durafit-Seat-Covers-T914-2-InsertsAutomotive/dp/B00NKLH2BG/ref=sr_1_27

    They fit tight, seem to be heavy ballistic nylon with a sort of faux suede down the middle.
    Cheap at $129 for the pair.
    They look better in real life than the pic on Amazon:

    20181017_174748.jpg

    Future Mods:

    - UltraGauge.

    - New Tires.
    Got shitty Chinese Westlakes on now.:mad: Poor traction and braking.
    Came with the truck.
     
    Gritto, Feb 1, 2019
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  11. Feb 1, 2019 at 9:14 AM
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    cshrum

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    cshrum Well-Known Member

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    I might have agree with that "most desired" mod.

    My favorite one: Bakflip Tonneau. I got tires for the wife's CR-V last week, and they sat in the bed through snow, and while I was out & about. No worries about leaving stuff in the bed, because nobody knows there's anything back there. Golf clubs stay in there essentially all summer...

    Worst: I guess it would be the side steps. I don't mind them, they protect against rocks coming up from the road, and my wife likes the steps...but I am too tall to use them to get in & out.

    2nd most desired: lift so that the steps become more useful for everyday use for me.
     
    cshrum, Feb 1, 2019
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  12. Feb 1, 2019 at 9:32 AM
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    HoboDave

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    HoboDave Homeless Prius Dweller

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    Carlsbad, New Mexico
    Vehicle:
    2023 Toyota Prius
    Favorite: SSO bumper and Smittybilt winch
    Worst: None. Any mod is a good mod
    Most desired: One of those high-end robotic sex dolls to share my RTT. Real women are too high maintenance.
     
    HoboDave, Feb 1, 2019
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  13. Feb 1, 2019 at 9:38 AM
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    tacosurftruck

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    tacosurftruck Well-Known Member

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    2016 TRD Sport Access Cab 4x4 MT
    Favorite: OEM long bed tonneau cover

    Worst: OEM rubber mats (passenger side keeps sliding)

    Most desired: OEM Tacoma TRD Pro wheels
     
    tacosurftruck, Feb 1, 2019
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  14. Feb 1, 2019 at 11:17 AM
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    seang

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    seang Eternal Noob

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    Vehicle:
    17 White Off Road
    Worst: Me trying to put those decals on MY OR wheels. bad idea. they are fine, its just i suck at it.
    Favorite: in order: 1.wheels/tires 2.decals 3. Derped chrome 4. steps 5. mudflaps although i think 1 and 2 and 3 accent each other. none look as good individually as together.
    Most Desired: Roof rack (next on the list)
     
    seang, Feb 1, 2019
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  15. Feb 1, 2019 at 1:30 PM
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    Laser2000

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    Great truck! Which steps are these?
     
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  16. Feb 1, 2019 at 1:39 PM
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    seang

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    seang Eternal Noob

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  17. Feb 1, 2019 at 2:23 PM
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    bshammer0

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    bshammer0 Well-Known Member

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    Vehicle:
    2017 DCSB TRD OR 4x4
    Prinsu, TruckCovers USA, Coverking, OVTuned
    Favorite: My racks! Prinsu over the cab; TruckCoversUSA tonneau with integrated rack system. Can carry several bikes, kayaks, boards with ease and keep my bed space free for lockable, dry storage.
    Worst: XD LED lights - bright, but not designed for our housing so the output was narrow and blinding to drivers. No bueno. Sold them quickly
    Desired: 6112/5160 OR Pro Fox shocks
     
    bshammer0, Feb 1, 2019
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  18. Feb 1, 2019 at 2:24 PM
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    18infernotaco

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    18infernotaco Active Member

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    Best - Diamondback cover

    Worst - none as if yet (but haven't done much)

    Wanted - lift/tires
     
    18infernotaco, Feb 1, 2019
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  19. Feb 3, 2019 at 6:50 AM
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    TACO_LAPU

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    TACO_LAPU Member

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    To a noob. This is a helpful thread. Can I get some input on bed racks????
     
    TACO_LAPU, Feb 3, 2019
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  20. Feb 3, 2019 at 7:09 AM
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    Photo taco

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    Photo taco Well-Known Member

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    I’ve spent over $20,000 on my Tacoma, but my favorite mod was getting rid of all the dumb ass stickers Toyota puts all over the truck.worst mod a tepiu roof top tent(after 12 days of use the thing is falling apart)and it leaks.
     
    Photo taco, Feb 3, 2019
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