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Recommendations on other basic mods

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by eli_harper13, Jan 25, 2019.

  1. Jan 25, 2019 at 9:36 PM
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    eli_harper13

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    Just bought our first Tacoma. A 2017 DCAB SR5 V6 4x4. Truck came with a few things done to it and there are a few we have done. The truck is my wife's daily driver and we plan to use it to pull a very small/mini RV to road trip when I am not working. Here is a list of the mods currently done to the truck. Any suggestions that might make the truck suit our needs even better?

    Truck is levelled/lifted (guessing 2-3")
    16" Raceline Rockcrusher wheels
    Nitto Terra Grappler 265/70R16
    Chrome running boards
    MBRP CAT back
    Husky Floor Mats
    Hard tri-fold bedcover

    Thinking some good seat covers may be a smart idea as well.
     
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  2. Jan 25, 2019 at 9:38 PM
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    No pics bro?
     
  3. Jan 25, 2019 at 9:43 PM
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    All I have is a few of the exterior, right after we bought it. Will get more of it in day light tomorrow to show the recently added bed cover

    IMG_1500.jpg
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    Welcome to TW.

    I’m only playing.

    Things that are good “mods”:

    - Seat covers (as you stated)
    - Center console cover (neoprene is nice)
    - Dash cover (if you like retro shit like me)
    - A “Behind the Backseat” emergency bag of things that can help you in and not limited to: breakdown/dead battery, first aid, protection, warmth, and hunger

    :hattip:
     
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  9. Jan 25, 2019 at 9:52 PM
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    Coverking makes others. Those were more just to play on the idea
     
  10. Jan 25, 2019 at 9:53 PM
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    Thanks for that! Ya know, with the exception of a 1/2" pull handle, 19mm socket, and a good jack, I haven't thought about anything else for "emergencies"
     
  11. Jan 25, 2019 at 9:54 PM
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  12. Jan 25, 2019 at 9:54 PM
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    Harbor Freight is your friend
     
  13. Jan 25, 2019 at 9:58 PM
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    I was actually reading on that thread earlier. I must say, I am either VERY impressed with the factory lights or whoever owned the truck prior (bought used with 33k miles) installed aftermarket bulbs. The headlights on the tacoma are so great, that I had to go out and buy better bulbs for my Chevy 2500HD
     
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  14. Jan 25, 2019 at 9:59 PM
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    Luckily, we have one right down the street
     
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  15. Jan 25, 2019 at 10:01 PM
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    Stock up on those free little blue magnetic LED lights by using their coupons. They are great for putting around camp and in the dark as needed
     
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    Well, if they are factory and you are impressed your mind may be blown by their potential. It would be interesting to check a bulb and see. Stock is an Osram standard bulb.
     
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    I will have to pull them tomorrow and see
     
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