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Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Strauser18, Jun 14, 2015.

  1. Jun 14, 2015 at 8:16 AM
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    Strauser18

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    I just purchased a 2014 Tacoma traded in a Nissn Titan for It. I am very happy with it.. Here are a few things that I have done to it. This is the first day I got it.

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    here it is with Plasti dipped wheels badges and weather tech, rain guards.



    Here it is with color matched center caps, front grill and bumper. now just looking for a 3-4" lift.
     
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  2. Jun 14, 2015 at 8:25 AM
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    Guerrilla

    Guerrilla L(.)(.)K@G(.)(.)Dz

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    Welcome to the Cult, you'll enjoy it here. Nice truck.
     
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  3. Jun 14, 2015 at 8:27 AM
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    Sugar Silva

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    Looks great
     
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  4. Jun 14, 2015 at 8:30 AM
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    Vashontaco

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    Great looking truck. Welcome to TW!
     
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  5. Jun 14, 2015 at 8:44 AM
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    Over da Hill

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    Welcome!
     
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  6. Jun 14, 2015 at 8:54 AM
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    ODNAREM

    ODNAREM MEMBER Of The Church Of @ODNAREM

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    Welcome to TW!Nice Tacoma Jeff!
     
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  7. Jun 14, 2015 at 1:01 PM
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    VandalTaco

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    Awesome truck! It will look great with a 3" lift. If you aren't trying to spend thousands on a lift I would suggest looking into the OME or bilstein kits. Pretty affordable and great ride. I just had mine installed and couldn't be happier! Anyways, welcome!
     
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  8. Jun 14, 2015 at 1:20 PM
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    Good trade.

    Get rid of the Rugged Fails ASAP.
     
  9. Jun 14, 2015 at 1:57 PM
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    QChawks

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    Welcome! :wave:
     
  10. Jun 14, 2015 at 2:46 PM
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    Strauser18

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    Zoot, I'm going to run the tread off them then get better tires. With the 3-4" lift I'm thinking 285/70's
     
  11. Jun 14, 2015 at 3:14 PM
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    Strauser18

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    VandalTaco, let's see a picture of your Truck....
     
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  12. Jun 14, 2015 at 3:28 PM
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    gefrorenertau

    gefrorenertau Speak German - will travel.

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    Welcome to TW. Colorado Springs, correct?
    And I also just got my 3" OME lift installed, only took the entire weekend.
     
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  13. Jun 14, 2015 at 3:50 PM
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    VandalTaco

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  14. Jun 14, 2015 at 4:13 PM
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    Yep, Colorado Springs... How did you know?
     
  15. Jun 14, 2015 at 4:14 PM
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    Very nice!!!! What all did you get for the lift?
     
  16. Jun 14, 2015 at 4:45 PM
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    OME 887 lift, 16" XD addicts, 285 duratracs, leather seats, badass JL/Focal stereo
    I measured once and forgot what the exact hub to fender dimensions were but I rember it's a half inch shorter in the front and I think it was something like 2 3/4 inches in the front. Ride is great!
     
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  17. Jun 14, 2015 at 4:47 PM
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    I have been looking for prices, and looks like around $750 or so. Like I said earlier I will drive the tread off my tires then get new bigger ones..
     
  18. Jun 14, 2015 at 4:56 PM
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    VandalTaco

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    http://www.headstrongoffroad.com/headstrong-kits-tacoma-05-6-lug.html

    This is the kit I got, OME887/bilstein 5100s, just shy of $600. I would advise getting the UCAs though no matter what route you go. I didn't and it isn't required, but it's better for the truck and makes the alignment a bit better. I'm getting the LR UCAs soon. Headstrong Has great prices and great customer service.
     
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  19. Jun 14, 2015 at 4:56 PM
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    Mast3rSkywalk3r

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    badass truck Great Pics!! Welcome
     
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  20. Jun 14, 2015 at 5:57 PM
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    Strauser18

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    Yeah I might not get the uca either for now.. Depends on if I can get a bit of overtime to afford it.
     

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