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IamJorgeEdward [ TacomaBuild ]

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Builds (2005-2015)' started by IamJorgeEdward, Nov 28, 2016.

  1. Nov 28, 2016 at 4:53 PM
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    IamJorgeEdward

    IamJorgeEdward [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Jorge Edward
    Orlando, FL
    Vehicle:
    2015 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport
    Completely stock
    Hey TW!

    My 2015 Taco journey started when I stopped by the dealership to grab some info on the new 3rd gen (prior to release) and was offered an unbelievable deal on one of the last 2015 on the lot. Knowing most of the 2nd gens issues were resolved by 2015, I decided I'd much rather deal with a solid proven truck than a complete redesign with potential issues.

    My 2015 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport

    Current Status

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    SPECS

    Suspension

    Maxtrac Spindles
    Bilstein 5100 (set @ .85) - Front
    Bilstein 5100 RCD - Rear
    Dakar Leaf Pack

    Wheels and Tires
    Method NV305 - 17 inch
    Toyo AT2 Extreme 35/12.50/17

    Interior
    Tint
    15% Fronts / 35% Rears
    Katzkin Leather
    Graphite with Grey TRD Logo & Stitching and Perforated Inserts

    Exterior
    Front Runner Rack


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    The day after I bought it with 16 miles on the Odometer

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    Last edited: Jan 31, 2017
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  2. Nov 28, 2016 at 5:10 PM
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    IamJorgeEdward

    IamJorgeEdward [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Jorge Edward
    Orlando, FL
    Vehicle:
    2015 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport
    Completely stock
    My 1st Gen that I traded in for my 2nd Gen that was heavily inspired by Ray aka @RECHELON

    2004 DC TRD Offroad Limited (Special Ordered)
    King Coilovers with Bilsteins in the rear
    17 inch Rims on Nitto 285/70/17

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  3. Nov 28, 2016 at 5:12 PM
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    SuperBad

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    Truck stuff
    Gratz, Nice truck. I love all gens!
     
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  4. Nov 28, 2016 at 5:15 PM
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    IamJorgeEdward

    IamJorgeEdward [OP] Well-Known Member

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    2015 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport
    Completely stock
    As do I. Im going to try and find some pics of my 85 Toyota Truck 4x4 to post. I still drool over it :drool:
     
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  5. Nov 28, 2016 at 5:23 PM
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    SuperBad

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    Nice, I always loved seeing late 80s or early 90's tacos driving out to or from some offroad spots near where i lived back then. There was even a nice ranger that would be running with them. All had lifts/long travel and fiberglass fenders. Started my love for tacos. Always dreamed of having one of my own since then. It only took me another 15+ years and couldnt be happier with my 3rd gen.:bananadance: Well I could be if i had more money to mod it!:rofl:
     
  6. Nov 28, 2016 at 5:57 PM
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    IamJorgeEdward

    IamJorgeEdward [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Jorge Edward
    Orlando, FL
    Vehicle:
    2015 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport
    Completely stock
    Ironically my dad was a hardcore chevy person but for some reason pushed me towards Toyota. Pretty glad he did. What did you have before the taco?
     
  7. Nov 28, 2016 at 6:54 PM
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    TacoTimmy7414

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  8. Nov 28, 2016 at 7:20 PM
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    IamJorgeEdward

    IamJorgeEdward [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Jorge Edward
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    Vehicle:
    2015 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport
    Completely stock
    Tacos always served fresh. GMO Free
     
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  9. Nov 28, 2016 at 7:56 PM
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    SuperBad

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    I've had mostly compact cars and a mid size. A few civic's, grand prix and a focus. All coupes. I feel like I went big with the 4d taco! My parents were never brand loyal with vehicles but I'll always remember going camping in an old mid 80's Mazda b2000 ext cab. They drove that little 2wd truck anywhere and everywhere. Heck they drove that thing to more places/offroad than they ever did it's replacement, a 94 grand Cherokee 4x4.
     
  10. Nov 29, 2016 at 2:18 PM
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    IamJorgeEdward

    IamJorgeEdward [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Jorge Edward
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    Vehicle:
    2015 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport
    Completely stock
    Got tired of the fishbowl look and decided to get it tinted just like my last taco.
    Tint all the way around including the windshield (yes I know the windshield tint is not legal :crapstorm:)
    and
    Tinted Tail lights

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    Last edited: Nov 30, 2016
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  11. Nov 30, 2016 at 3:08 PM
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    IamJorgeEdward [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Jorge Edward
    Orlando, FL
    Vehicle:
    2015 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport
    Completely stock
    Hated the cloth stock seats so instead of putting on some overpriced covers, I hit up @jhuey8947 to order some custom Katzkin leathers. If you're on the fence about doing this mod, I highly recommend making it the first mod you do or else it will never happen (like my last taco)

    Sidenote - Most members go with black as per Katzkin to match the interior. @jhuey8947 was awesome and sent me some sample color pallets and I found Graphite matched much better with the dash and center console.

    Specs
    Graphite with Grey TRD Logo & Stitching and Perforated Inserts.


    Before

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    And After .....


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  12. Dec 1, 2016 at 8:26 PM
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    IamJorgeEdward [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Jorge Edward
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    2015 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport
    Completely stock
    Got a call from local PD and was told to come to my vehicle bc some idiot was chucking rocks into a parking lot and unfortunately I was one of his victims

    They caught the guy and I pressed charges. They said if it wasn't for me tinting the whole windshield, the damage would've been much worse.

    Screenshots from my snapchat. You can still see the rock laying inbetween my windshield and hood and the glass laying all over my interior.

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  13. Dec 2, 2016 at 3:03 PM
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    IamJorgeEdward

    IamJorgeEdward [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Jorge Edward
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    Vehicle:
    2015 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport
    Completely stock
    Roof Rack Time :)

    Thanks to @ramonortiz55 I able to score a killer deal on a Front Runner

    Install was fairly easy. Took about 3 hrs total by myself which includes prep work. If you need some insight to the install process feel free to dm me


    Prior to install, I heat shrinked the spacers to blend in with the frame. I'm OCD about stuff like this.

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    Final Product

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  14. Dec 2, 2016 at 3:12 PM
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    what size heat shrink did you use?
     
  15. Dec 2, 2016 at 3:34 PM
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    2015 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport
    Completely stock
  16. Dec 3, 2016 at 9:05 PM
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    IamJorgeEdward

    IamJorgeEdward [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Jorge Edward
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    2015 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport
    Completely stock
    CMC .... credit goes to @Timbo89 for doing all the work. Thanks again bud!

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    The carnage

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  17. Dec 5, 2016 at 6:59 PM
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    IamJorgeEdward

    IamJorgeEdward [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Jorge Edward
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    Vehicle:
    2015 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport
    Completely stock
    And. It. Begins.

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  18. Dec 5, 2016 at 7:03 PM
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    IamJorgeEdward

    IamJorgeEdward [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Jorge Edward
    Orlando, FL
    Vehicle:
    2015 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport
    Completely stock
    Decided to prep the truck before the lift by de-badging it.

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  19. Dec 5, 2016 at 7:09 PM
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    IamJorgeEdward

    IamJorgeEdward [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Jorge Edward
    Orlando, FL
    Vehicle:
    2015 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport
    Completely stock
    Nothing wrong with a little peep show :spy:

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  20. Dec 6, 2016 at 7:29 PM
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    IamJorgeEdward

    IamJorgeEdward [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Jorge Edward
    Orlando, FL
    Vehicle:
    2015 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport
    Completely stock
    Parking garage crawling / post lift pics

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    Last edited: Dec 6, 2016
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