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OEM Hood Struts

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by MX-Phantom, Jun 21, 2024.

  1. Jun 21, 2024 at 3:42 PM
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    MX-Phantom

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    Thanks, man!

    I’ve no frigging clue what “OP” means or why it shows after my user name, but yeah hopefully l’ll figure something out to install OEM hood struts…:fingerscrossed:
     
  2. Jun 21, 2024 at 3:45 PM
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    Dude just buy the Redlines and if they fail by the grace of the truck devil… buy whatever else is available then. Or swap back to stock. Or buy another hood strut. You are worrying about nothing.
     
  3. Jun 21, 2024 at 3:59 PM
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    I drilled my hood for some 2 days ago and f'ed it up....sucks.
     
  4. Jun 21, 2024 at 4:15 PM
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    Dude, it’s my choice, my truck. And, I don’t want friggin’ aftermarket stuff. My question is if someone has tried or done using OEM parts. So, ain’t being any helpful. BTW, l ain’t worrying about crap. :)
     
  5. Jun 21, 2024 at 4:16 PM
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    Bummer!
     
  6. Jun 21, 2024 at 4:22 PM
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    you are the OP .......original poster.......you started the thread
     
  7. Jun 21, 2024 at 4:24 PM
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    see what comes out on the 24
     
  8. Jun 21, 2024 at 4:28 PM
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    LOL! Got ya. Easy enough. Thanks for explaining.
     
  9. Jun 21, 2024 at 5:01 PM
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    Lomax tonneau cover, oem bed lights, AJT Design chrome delete, black out badges & tailgate letters, AVS hood deflector & vent visors, Solkie tech hood supports, interior LED lights, Tufskinz mud guards, RedArc TowPro Liberty, bed mat, kicker speaker upgrade, Hikari ultra H11 low beams, Diode Dynamics SS3 fogs in yellow, Meso customs total taillight stage 1. Coming soon: Compact powered sub install Future mods planned: bigger tires (265/75/16) BILLSTIEN 5100 lift
    This is why I got the Sokie Tec ones. no drill to install and they been good for 4 years
     
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  10. Jun 21, 2024 at 5:08 PM
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    Same :thumbsup:
     
  11. Jun 21, 2024 at 5:15 PM
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  12. Jun 21, 2024 at 5:21 PM
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    Leveled with Bilstein 5100 shocks, Falken Rubitrek AT 265/75 tires, Redline hood struts, R4T tailgate lock, Matt Gecko LED strips in bed and under hood, WeatherTech hood guard, OEM bed mat, Husky floor mats, Carhart seat covers, Grille replacement with Toyota letters, Sony AX6000 head unit, OTT lite/mild tune, and an occasional splash of fuel additive.
    You are the Original Poster! I drilled holes, installed rivets without any issues. After 5 years, no problems.
     
  13. Jun 21, 2024 at 5:34 PM
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    Just ordered Sokietech for my '21...forgot how nice they worked.
     
  14. Jun 21, 2024 at 5:35 PM
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    Smart
     
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    I’ll look into those. Thanks!
     
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  16. Jun 21, 2024 at 5:37 PM
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    :brianr:
     
  17. Jun 21, 2024 at 5:46 PM
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    You don't think Toyota stops making parts? ;)
     
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  18. Jun 21, 2024 at 5:51 PM
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    Well, one thing l have notice about TOYOTA is that they do discontinue genuine accessories way too soon (compare to Ford). Now, as far as parts go, of course l am aware of that, but it is usually after 10 years - depending on what part it is.
     
  19. Jun 21, 2024 at 5:55 PM
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    Gen Z - right?
     
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  20. Jun 21, 2024 at 6:01 PM
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    Gen “Retard,” correct.
    Why don’t you take a hike if you ain’t nothing constructive to contribute, pal?
     

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