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Keep the Air Dam or pull it off?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by TacoToy75, Oct 21, 2017.

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Leave the Air Dam or Remove it?

  1. Leave it on?

    27.3%
  2. Remove it?

    72.7%
  1. Oct 22, 2017 at 9:57 AM
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    Tcoma16

    Tcoma16 Galatians 2:20

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    Umm.. normal freeway driving conditions. I haven’t noticed much of a loss. But everyone is different.
     
  2. Oct 22, 2017 at 9:59 AM
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    SDTaco4x4

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    I mean what are the numbers. Minuscule is completely subjective...
     
  3. Oct 22, 2017 at 10:03 AM
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  4. Oct 22, 2017 at 10:04 AM
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    Tcoma16

    Tcoma16 Galatians 2:20

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    Oh hell, I can’t remmeber. I know it wasn’t much of a difference. That being said, I have no numbers or proof to back up my claim. Just a guy on the Internet with an opinion.. :hattip:
     
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  5. Oct 22, 2017 at 10:05 AM
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    Tcoma16

    Tcoma16 Galatians 2:20

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    Haha, just about choked on my seeds at my sons ball game...
     
  6. Oct 22, 2017 at 10:05 AM
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    I believe the difference was 1 or 2 additional MPG with it on... It was a way Toyota was able to display better numbers. The OR model doesn't have it so it can have a better approach angle. The difference really is minimal and not worth putting it to the test since Toyota already tested it lol. It's really all about looks and personal preference at this point.
     
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  7. Oct 22, 2017 at 10:07 AM
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    I completely agree.
     
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  8. Oct 22, 2017 at 10:08 AM
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    To me 2mpg isn't minimal. That's massive considering it's not like we get 40mpg. That's ~40+ miles per tank.
     
  9. Oct 22, 2017 at 10:08 AM
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    keep it, pull it, keep it, pull it
     
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  10. Oct 22, 2017 at 10:24 AM
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    Ok, I guess it depends on what model you have... For some reason, the Limited trim is more fuel efficient that the Sport. (I'm guessing the hood scoop is to blame here). But in all reality, I consider 1 or 2 MPG minimal since your driving habits will affect your MPG more than a piece of plastic.Screenshot_2017-10-22-13-17-35.jpg
     
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  11. Oct 22, 2017 at 10:31 AM
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    20160323_055957.jpg Took mine off truck looks totally different , What an improvement! sliders.jpg
     
  12. Oct 22, 2017 at 10:32 AM
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    Pull that mother off. :thumbsup:
     
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  13. Oct 22, 2017 at 10:33 AM
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    Is that Limited a 2X4 and the other models are 4X4. That would explain the difference in mileage.
     
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  14. Oct 22, 2017 at 10:36 AM
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    I didn't get into the options. Just got a quick glance of the differences.
     
  15. Oct 22, 2017 at 10:37 AM
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    What bull bar/skid plate is that, and where did you get it? It looks great, and I haven't seen that anywhere. I've been looking into getting a bull bar
     
  16. Oct 22, 2017 at 10:39 AM
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    Read this thread this morning and pulled mine off. Took about 5 minutes and truck looks much better. Also makes climbing under truck for oil change a lot easier.
     
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  17. Oct 22, 2017 at 10:39 AM
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    Pulled mine off almost immediately & haven't missed it one bit.
     
  18. Oct 22, 2017 at 10:42 AM
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    Running full set of Mobtown steal skids and Southern Style Offroad slimline winch bumper, Both products are double tough ,glad i did them both!
     
  19. Oct 22, 2017 at 3:15 PM
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    Yep, looks totally different. Even makes the grill and mini bumper look better. ;)
     
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  20. Oct 22, 2017 at 3:22 PM
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    TWTaco

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    Ok i was hoping someone else see's it , thought it was just me! :rofl:
     

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