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My first vehicle, a build starting small.

Discussion in '1st Gen. Builds (1995-2004)' started by Taylor, Mar 19, 2012.

  1. Mar 19, 2012 at 7:59 PM
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    Taylor

    Taylor [OP] Check out NASA Spec3!

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    So far, I've done VERY little to my truck, but once i get the money, I plan on going WILD with mods and such.


    First off, here is how I got it.

    96 2wd Taco, 2.4L 4 Cylinder. Some old man had it and used it to drive his grandkids around.

    180,000 miles.

    Cost: $5000

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    It had a pretty decent radio in it.

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    First thing I did was take off the mudflaps. (Makes it look taller)

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    Then, I got the O2 sensors replaced.
    Here it is on the lift in my uncle's shop.

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    Then, today, I added a toolbox that I got for free. It's not bolted in just yet, but It's secured with some straps.

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    Soon, I plan on fixing the window latch on the rear window, getting a new sound system, getting a 3 inch lift with new wheels and tires, new floor mats, getting a new bumper, removing those terrible vinyls on next to the windows... and many other things.
     
  2. Mar 19, 2012 at 8:01 PM
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    Taylor

    Taylor [OP] Check out NASA Spec3!

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    Reserved... I guess :D Hopefully I'll need to use this space one day!
     
  3. Mar 19, 2012 at 8:02 PM
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    Custom Roofrack, Satoshi, Ammo-can in bed, Hi-lift, 2 HID Hella 700's, 4 Automatcentral 7" Offroad Lamps, 2 Hella Work/Bed Lamps, "Derp'd" Radio and Shifter Console, Anytime Fog-light mod, Anytime Rearview Camera mod, DTRL mod, Awesome TW sticker mod.
    Rock and roll man. That's a lot prettier than my first Toyota truck. Welcome to TW.
     
  4. Mar 19, 2012 at 8:05 PM
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    Taylor

    Taylor [OP] Check out NASA Spec3!

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    I appreciate it! I'm really happy! Not many people get something as nice and reliable as I did. I'm pretty thankful, considering I didn't have to pay for it.
     
  5. Mar 19, 2012 at 8:08 PM
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    Blueberry Well-Known Member

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    Even better! Look forward to see what all you do to it.
     
  6. Mar 20, 2012 at 8:19 AM
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    ttaM

    ttaM 4.8.15.16.23.42

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    nice truck man, I'm interested to see where it goes from here!
     
  7. Mar 22, 2012 at 8:06 PM
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    PreRunner03

    PreRunner03 Hail State

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    :popcorn: any off road in the future?
     
  8. Mar 25, 2012 at 10:25 AM
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    Taylor

    Taylor [OP] Check out NASA Spec3!

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    Probably not. It's only 2wd and I have to make sure I keep it running, since it's all I've got. :D
     
  9. Mar 25, 2012 at 10:46 AM
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    PreRunner03 Hail State

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    Get a locker and (relatively) no problems :cool:
     
  10. May 6, 2012 at 6:43 PM
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    Taylor

    Taylor [OP] Check out NASA Spec3!

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    Even if I don't want to offroad, I might do that. The Diff in mine sucks monkey tits.
     

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