Leaving it stock for the long run?

How many of you guys plan on also leaving your 3rd gen stock for a few years? I have the mod bug itching, but I learned my lesson the hard way about 7 years ago. Spent about 6k in upgrades only to lose it all in an accident. I feel like the truck is capable for many things the way she sits, so the plan is to keep it like that for a few years.

* mainly referring to heavy modifications such as suspension, bumpers,etc...

 

I don't plan to do any suspension mods until after it is paid off, but I have added a softopper, seat covers, and a couple other small things. I guess it depends on what you mean by mods and stock.

 

My rule of thumb is to not start the heavy mods until its paid off and out of warranty. Mine will sit on stock suspension for a while.

Edit: the downside to that is that Ill never be noticed by the Texas Stalkers thread. ahh well

 

I started modding the week I got it...

 

*edited to " heavy modifications " lol
I do plan on getting a soft topper for mine as well, so I guess that would count as a minor mod.

 

Is there a writeup for a full stock conversion from modded for the Gen3's?

Sounds like a boatload of work. How much does that cost?

 

Really depends on how you plan on using your truck. If you plan on doing the mods anyway, does it really matter of it's sooner or later?

I did the OffRoad Mod Thing with a Jeep Wrangler. The Jeep was my daily driver, so it turned out that I didn't really need that type of investment. And all it really did was cost me more money in maintenance and fuel economy. I'm trying to take a more sensible approach to this vehicle.

 

I agree. My '19 is my daily driver and will experience yearly camping trips. Don't think I'll be doing any serious rock crawling in the near future

 

I had sliders welded on within the first few months of owning the truck.

 

Paid cash for truck, then modded 3-4 months later

 

Some mods really look good no matter what your goals are for the truck. Things like: Lifts, Over Sized Tires, Bumpers, Gears, Axels, Lockers, Armor, those things look really cool. But not worth the effort for a daily driver. Well, at least not to me.

 

Lol @ all the people waiting for it to

“ nO lOnGeR hAvE wArRaNtY”.

Go get your suspension / lifts / mods from reputable sources. Spend the correct $$ and don’t go cheap. Oh, and take care of your truck.

All that = you hardly will run into problems.

If something does happen. The $ spent correctly from the right source will be under warranty or they will do what they can to fix it / make it right.

Life’s too short.

 

Agreed. Warranty doesn't have anything to do with mods done correctly.

Pocketbook - maybe?

 

I learned my lesson with my previous Jeep XJ so sliders were the first thing I put on, even before my suspension. As for the rest of my mods, I don't wheel often, but when I do, I go to places where I would need my mods. So far the comforts of daily driving my truck haven't gone down aside from a little lack of power with stock gears and 285s.

 

I love the looks of the trucks with just the right size lift and tires. I think 3" and 35's is probably the perfect balance. You already admitting "little lack of power". So - yes you have to make compromises on "What You Want" and " What You Need" AND what your willing to drive every day. Short term, extensive mods will not have much of an affect (except for cost of the mods themselves). But I drove the Jeep for more than 10 years. So, long term, I don't even want to think of the money invested in Tires, Front End Alignments, Had to Upgrade the Front End due to heavier / larger tires. Had to invest in rear bumper with tire carrier, Had to improve braking system, and fuel economy. So - don't kid yourself. You will take a hit on overall performance.

 

I've waited on a few mods. Now wondering if I should do them now or sell and upgrade in a few years. My thought would be the earlier you do them the longer you enjoy them. I also learned my lesson and kept the oem parts to switch back before trading. Especially if my upgrade will be another Tacoma. Never thought about an accident claiming all my aftermarket parts though. Insurance company probably wants vehicle as is, no time to strip.

 

Bingo!

 

I do the same with all my oem parts. Whether its the factory exhaust or factory floor mats, its always good to have them in case you sell a vehicle.

 

Leaving it stock for the long run - no heavy mods at all here
1) I like the stock ride and height
2) I don't need them for my use.
3) MPGs and performance is solid with 245s and OVTune.
4) Peter Pans gots kids....and those suckers aren't free
5) Money goes to smaller parts and upgrades (tires, OVTune, Headunit, future whatnots)
6) Someday I will trade it in many many years from now and someone can heavily mod the crap out if it just as they want

To each their own, certainly are some amazing rides for those who want/need/can afford them.

 

Well "think" no longer. Insurance will only cover the cost of OE parts replacement. You will be Out-Of-Pocket for the rest.