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Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by WestCoastBestCoast, Jun 10, 2020.

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  1. Jun 10, 2020 at 9:17 PM
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    WestCoastBestCoast

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    So I’ve owned the truck for a little over sixth months now. But I think I may have hit a wall as far as mods go.
    I’ve looked through the Tips Mods and more, as well as Cheap Free Mods. And at this point I think I’ve done as many off those as possible, and I am feeling somewhat overwhelmed trying to use the search function for Mods.

    So far this is what I have done:
    Head Unit.
    LED Interior and Dome&Map on at the same time.
    Grid-It in center console.
    Brighter reverse lights.
    Bed storage locks.
    Bed ammo cans with locks.
    Rear view mirror riser.
    LED 4wd.
    Diff breather.
    AC drain.
    Bed stiffeners.
    Bed D Rings.

    I am eventually planning on a 2-3” lift with skinny 33s, but I need help deciding on more mods!

    What am I missing? What are your top Mods?
     
    WestCoastBestCoast, Jun 10, 2020
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  2. Jun 10, 2020 at 9:21 PM
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    BalutTaco

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    BalutTaco, Jun 10, 2020
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  3. Jun 10, 2020 at 9:38 PM
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  4. Jun 10, 2020 at 9:39 PM
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    Assuming you mean on the cheaper side here are some possibilities:

    Seat risers

    Satoshi grill

    Debadge, black out emblems, custom bedsides

    Tacomasourus Raptor lights

    Meso maps/dome lights

    Scangauge/ultragauge

    Navigation anytime (if you have it)

    Reverse camera anytime and could add a front cam too (if you have it)

    Exhaust dump

    CMC and pinch weld flatten for 33s

    Tailgate antitheft
     
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  5. Jun 10, 2020 at 9:45 PM
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    J_llera95

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    Black headlight mod!! changes the look of the truck from the front for sure:thumbsup:
     
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  6. Jun 10, 2020 at 10:16 PM
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    WestCoastBestCoast

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    I would love better light output! Do I have to retrofit a project into my housings though?
    Doesn’t necessarily need to be cheaper, but I won’t say no to less expensive! I am planning on blacking out the Badges for sure.
    Do you have the seat risers? How much difference have you noticed?
    Is the ultragauge worth it?
    And idk about the CMC. I’ve heard that with skinny 33s I won’t need a CMC.

    I’ve read about this one. Is it really a huge game changer? I guess I’m just mainly worried about putting my headlights in the oven...
     
    WestCoastBestCoast, Jun 10, 2020
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  7. Jun 10, 2020 at 10:21 PM
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    BalutTaco

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  8. Jun 10, 2020 at 10:23 PM
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  9. Jun 10, 2020 at 10:25 PM
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    WestCoastBestCoast

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    Hah believe me that’s the eternal dream.
     
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  10. Jun 10, 2020 at 10:26 PM
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    Ah gotcha. Unfortunately I have a 2nd gen.
     
    WestCoastBestCoast, Jun 10, 2020
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  11. Jun 10, 2020 at 10:28 PM
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    Speakers and sub to go with the headunit!
     
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  12. Jun 10, 2020 at 10:29 PM
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    its not too bad, just take your time doing it and you'll be fine! Heres a pic of mine..i dont have a before tho..
    2.jpg
     
    J_llera95, Jun 10, 2020
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    I would do a hidden or stealth led light bar in the lower grill. That’s my next mod
     
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  14. Jul 1, 2020 at 6:49 AM
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    Some interior storage solutions. Center console and glove box organizer off Amazon. Vehicle OCD - Center Console.
    $43 Vehicle OCD - Center Console Divider, Tray, and Glove Box Organizer for Toyota Tacoma (2005-2015) - Made in USA - SLX500
    Vehicle OCD - Center Console...
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    Also I’m planning on adding Velcro to the driver side door to add some maxpedition storage packs. I think there is room for multiple. @liquidhazelnuts has something similar I think

    Adding a RAM ball to the A Pillar for phones gps or whatever you please. I also added a tech deck for RAM mounts below the radio. Easy and cheap

    Another easy one is adding T-slots and Quick Fists or eye bolts to the bed rail track. I think there are threads out there on most of these
     

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  15. Jul 1, 2020 at 8:08 AM
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    Aux back up lights, Bed lights, Re-located trailer plug, Good dooby, a.k.a. jumper cable mod, Heated seats, back up camera,
    Is the head unit double din? Have the maestro unit to interface the steering wheel controls? If so, you may be able to display tire pressures on the hu. If you don't have the maestro, you might wanna consider it. As for the steering wheel, you could add the phone controls to the other side of the steering wheel.

    Heated seats are awesome as well.

    @Up2NoGood 's 2 low mod. Be quick! They are almost gone and he is not making any more.
     
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  18. Jul 1, 2020 at 12:19 PM
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    AVS (or other brand) in-channel window visors. I like mine and they are functional. Keeps the truck cooler on hot days.
     
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  19. Jul 1, 2020 at 12:37 PM
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    Abs switch mod, tpms delete mod, sliding rear window mod to name a few!
     
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  20. Jul 3, 2020 at 7:26 PM
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    Let’s list some permanent ASS mods for OP. What are the best mods to send that resell value through the floor?! I wanna weld on some sliders and cut some sh!t up! FRAME DELETE MOD
     
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