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Modifications remorse thread

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by mjp2, Oct 7, 2008.

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  1. Oct 7, 2008 at 3:11 PM
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    mjp2

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    I saw the Options Remorse thread and thought we needed one for regrettable mods.

    I'll start...
    .2" coil-overs with weak springs (should have went straight for 2.5")
    .All-Pro UCAs

    My issues came from a lack of knowledge concerning what I was getting into. I knew rock crawling but some of that hardware just isn't made to take high-speed abuse. I could have saved a few bucks on my build if I went straight for the hardware I currently have, but then I wouldn't have spare parts. It's a trade-off.

    Anybody else?
     
    mjp2, Oct 7, 2008
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  2. Oct 7, 2008 at 3:13 PM
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    i'd prob change my rear bumper...the style is "OK" but not great...kind of wish i couldve kept my plate on the bumper instead of the tailgate
     
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  3. Oct 7, 2008 at 3:14 PM
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    "What do you mean you need new tires"
    "What do you mean you need new rims"
    "What do you mean you need nerf bars"
    "What do you mean you need a new stereo"
    "It's a new truck....you don't need that stuff"


    So alas.....no mods yet to remorse about! :mad: (BUt am ordering the nerf bars next week anyway!)
     
    thebigk, Oct 7, 2008
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  4. Oct 7, 2008 at 3:16 PM
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    i need new tires so i dont get stuck
    i need new rims to fit the new tires correctly
    i need nerf bars to help you get into the truck
    i need a new stereo because im a man and i said so

    :D
     
    JimBeam, Oct 7, 2008
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  5. Oct 7, 2008 at 4:31 PM
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    I regret installing the Timbrens in the rear suspension. Ruined my "gentleman's ride." I will be going back to the stock bump stops.

    This is no way to beef up the rear. Worked OK for hauling a tandem axle travel trailer and for hauling water in the back of the pickup, but driving the truck empty, it feels like it is bottoming out all the time.
     
    tsilliker, Oct 7, 2008
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  6. Oct 7, 2008 at 5:32 PM
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    I have no remorse. All of my mods kick ass. :D
     
    chris4x4, Oct 7, 2008
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  7. Oct 7, 2008 at 5:45 PM
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    even the super duper flying cig lighter burnt mint smell mod?
     
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  8. Oct 7, 2008 at 5:46 PM
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    Hahaha amen to that! :)
     
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  9. Oct 7, 2008 at 5:47 PM
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    thats the most kickass of all...:p
     
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  10. Oct 7, 2008 at 5:52 PM
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    for the record that came out of the mouth of the guy who isnt married or even dating anyone seriously so...well...lets not really go with my advice on what to say to women :D
     
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  11. Oct 7, 2008 at 5:55 PM
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    It's all in my head at the moment...
    "i need nerf bars to help you get into the truck"


    "Why?, do you think I'm too FAT to get into the truck?"

    I can hear it now......

    Happily Single
     
    TicTacOma, Oct 7, 2008
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  12. Oct 7, 2008 at 6:05 PM
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    My wife was pregnant at the time and had 1 back surgery prior when I got my step bars (just after lifting the truck 3".... heh)


    I don't regret any my mods. Most of them are functional and added for a reason. However, I do wish I'd been able to afford a better lift kit. The Toytec spacer/AAL is fine for street and highway use, but harsh off road. If I'd had the money at the time to get OME 886's, shocks, and Dakar leafs I would have. I didn't, so the $240-ish for the Toytec was good enough for now.
     
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  13. Oct 7, 2008 at 6:32 PM
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    Westin step bars. Should've gotten Nfabs which are actually useful AS step bars and not just parking lot protection.

    Other than that, I haven't done many mods so no, not much else to complain about.
     
    WilsonTheDog, Oct 7, 2008
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  14. Oct 7, 2008 at 6:34 PM
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    I will check them out. Do they work with the stock leaf springs?

    Many thanks for the advice! Great forum!
     
    tsilliker, Oct 7, 2008
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  15. Oct 7, 2008 at 6:37 PM
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    chris4x4 With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine. Moderator

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    Well....that one WAS the most entertaining. :eek:
     
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  16. Oct 7, 2008 at 6:55 PM
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  17. Oct 8, 2008 at 11:25 AM
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  18. Oct 8, 2008 at 11:30 AM
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