"New to me" 2002 Tacoma 3.4L 4x4 TRD 5spd

I just wanted to share my recent purchase (5/17/14) - 02 Tacoma Xtra Cab, V6, 5sp, TRD, OEM Sun roof (flip-up), Weld Racing 16", 163xxx miles.
Future Upgrades: tires, 3" lift kit, sliders and eventually front and rear bumpers.
Future Mods: grey wire, CB radio, replace the rubber inserts to my cup holders, and a few small things here and there.

Vehicle Maintenance Schedule:

Differential and transfer case oil @30k
Transmission fluid @30k
A/F ratio sensor @115k
Spark plugs @135k
Fuel filter @135k
Both CV boots @135k
Coolant @ 135k
Drive belts @135k
Water pump @135k
Idler bearing @135k
Timing belt @135k
Master cylinder @147k
Denso Radiator & hoses @146k
New tires: Hankook 265/75R16 @165k
Wheel alignment @ 165k
New catalytic converter @165k
Cleaned throttle body and IAC valve @172k
Replaced Clutch - Marlin Crawler heavy duty 1,200 pound clutch kit @ 174k
Rear main seal (OEM) @174k
Sway bar delete @176k
Installed new suspension @176k
Grease chassis @176k
OEM outer tie rods @178k
OEM inner tie rod (Driver) @ 178k
Wheel alignment @178k
Replaced rack & pinion and ps pump with a used oem rack and ps pump @187k
Wheel Alignment @187k
Transmission fluid @187 (Sta-Lube GL-4) 85w90
Transfer case and rear diff fluid @187 (Dino GL-5) 80w90
Front diff fluid @187 (Dino GL-5) 80w90
Power steering pump (AutoZone - 12/15) @188K
Center bearing (OEM) @ 190k
Tundra brake upgrade @ 194
All-Pro upper control arms @195k
Sept 2016 - New tires (2nd set): BFG KM2 255/85r16 @ 200k
Oct 2016 MOOG lower ball joints
Center bearing (AutoZone) @ 205k
CV Axle (AutoZone) passenger side @ 206k (last warranty exchange 8/1/2017)
Front/rear/transfer case fluid @208k (Dino GL-5) 80w90
Transmission fluid @208k (Sta-Lube GL-4) 85w90
Replaced IAC valve (oem used) @ 208k
DENSO Double Platinum Spark Plugs @208k
NGK Wire Set @208k
Replaced Clutch -

$201 Exedy 16087 OEM Replacement Clutch Kit

Exedy 16087 @ 208K (5/23/17)
Rebuild Slave Cylinder @ 208k
OEM Lower Control Arm Bushings @208k
OEM Front Wheel Bearing @209k
Rear Brakes @209k (Autozone)
Wheel Cylinders (AutoZone)
Bora .75" spacers (front/rear) @209k
OEM Rear Wheel Bearing @211k
Power steering pump (AutoZone - 2/18) @218K
AutoZone Alternator
Replaced DR side Engine Purch (OEM) - @220k
OEM Timing Belt (acc belts, water pump, thermostat) - @220K
OEM Valve Cover Seals - @220k
AutoZone Wire Set @220k
Denso Coil pack @220k
Denso 02 sensor @220k
Serviced front differential @220k
Inspected transfer case @220k
Denso upstream 02 sensor @222k
Replaced both cats @222k
Replaced steering rack @ 232k (3/23/19)
Denso Radiator @ 239k
AutoZone Power Steering Pump @ 236k
AuzoZone (2yr warranty battery) @ 238k (9/28/20)
AutoZone Alternator (warranty replacement) @ 252k (12/31/20)
AutoZone battery (warranty replacement) @ 252k (12/31/20)
MOOG lower ball joints @ 255k (6/6/21)
Engine rebuild @255k
MOOG inner tie rods @ 255k (7/19/21)
King coilover rebuild with Eibach #650lb springs @ 257 (11/6/21)
June 2022 - New tires (3rd set): BFF KM3 255/85R16 @ 262k
Front (Tundra) Rotors and pad replacement @ 262k from AutoZone
AutoZone starter @265k (12/2022)
Oil / tire rotation @ 270k (5/29/23)
Rear brake shoe replacement / cut drums (6/15)
Double cardan servicing / rear u joint replacement
carrier (center) bearing replaced (Autozone 7/2)



Saved for reference:

Spark plugs:

Denso (gap .43")

Oil capacities:

Engine oil - 5w-30 5 liters, 5.2 quarts
Tranny oil -

$30 75w-90 Synthetic Gear Lube - 1 Quart (Pack of 2)

75w-90 2.2 liters, 2.3 quarts
Rear and front diff oil - 75w-90 4 liters, 4.3 quarts
Transfer case 75w-90 - 1liter, 1.1 quarts
6.5 liters, 7 quarts of 75w-90
5 liters, 5.5 quarts 5w-30 oil

Light Bulb Diagram:

Low Beam Headlight Bulb Size: 9003 or 9003 HID Upgrade Kit
High Beam Headlight Bulb Size: 9003 or 9003 HID Kit
Parking Light Bulb Size: 168 or 4157NALL
Front Turn Signal Bulb Size: 4157NALL
Rear Turn Signal Bulb Size: 1156
Tail Light Bulb Size: 1157
Stop Light Bulb Size: 1157
High Mount Stop Light Bulb Size: 168
License Plate Bulb Size: 194
Back Up Light Bulb Size: 921
Front Sidemarker Bulb Size: 168
Dome Light Bulb Size:

$11 DE3175 31mm LED Interior Dome Light Map Bulb Door Courtesy for Car 1.22" DE3021 DE3022 Festoon Bulbs White Pack of 4

DE3175
Step/Courtesy Light Bulb Size: DE3021 or DE3022
Instrument-General Bulb Size: 194




One yr later: 05/16/15

 

Can't see pic on my phone.

 

Sorry guys, it worked on my pc but yea, I can't see it on my phone either. I tried something different - hope this worked.

 

Looks good man! Did yours come with a sunroof shade? Mine didn't but I was able to source one recently.

 

No shade. Really, do you mind sharing where you found one? I'm going to limo tint the top until I do..
*edit* Thank you for the compliment!

 

I have a 02 also but not as clean as that thing man! What kind of lift are you planning on going with?

 

Thanks! Not sure yet, but since I'm new to off-road I think I'm going with the 3" lift kit. I forgot to add that she is sitting on spacers in the front to level her out.

 

Don’t go cheap with it. Take it from me, do it once the right way. I did it cheap then went the right way.

 

Do you mind elaborating? Cheap meaning what and what is the right way? Can you give me examples or brands that I should avoid? I don't know shit about the hobby yet. Thanks.

 

IMO,using spacers as a lift in the front end. In the rear using a add a leaf. That’s what I did the first time. The second time, I went with Icons up front for the 3 inch lift. In the rear I went with all-pros 3 inch leaf pack. There are many companies that make similar products. If I were you I'd do some research in the suspension forum.

 

Ah, yes I agree. The front spacers are just temporary, I plan on getting a coilover set up for the front with new shocks and a leaf pack in the rear. Maybe UCAs but not sure. Thanks for your advice, I will do my homework.

 

I had been on the hunt for a while and one finally popped up on CL. The guys ad was for the sunroof glass and he mentioned that he had the cover too. So I asked him if he would sell it separately and he agreed to it. I was really close to spending upwards of $300 for a new one from Toyota too. It doesn't match perfectly (a little lighter and more "gray" than my interior), so I'm thinking its from an earlier year.

 

Thats a clean lookin truck!

 

^ Exactly my thoughts.

Super clean. Nice find man.

 

Now I see it. That is a sweet looking truck! Good find.

 

Pretty cool find on that cover, I'll keep my eyes open for one too.
Thanks for the compliments guys, it means a lot. I went thru a lot of stress to find this truck, but I couldn't be happier.

 

I've done Google searches and read articles on the subject on TW but I still have a few questions: (the truck is my DD but will see some light to moderate trails. Budget, between $500 - $700 for a set of four).
1. Can anyone recommend a tire brand that won't be too noisy/annoying for DD yet hold its own on some light trails and various weather conditions (ie rainy season)?
2. Currently, she's rolling on Kumho Road Venture A/T 265/75R16 - should I go down to a 70s series tire? What are some advantages/disadvantages b/n 70s and 75s? Is one series more noisy than the other, what about mpg, would I see better gas/mile depending on the series size? I did the "tire size comparison" between the two so I know what the numbers say - I just want to know from people whom have actually ridden the two.
Thanks guys!

 

Discoverer ATP's at discount or Americas tire ran me $687 out the door WITHOUT the store warranty. They fit the exact criteria you're taking about. I got them in 265/75/16

 

I was looking at those same Cooper tires as well. How do they ride on the pavement - especially w/when it rains? How well do they perform on the trails?
Thanks for your input.