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Suggested mods for every day comfort.

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by _cjben, Feb 21, 2020.

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  1. Feb 24, 2020 at 10:00 AM
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    CoWj

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    Amazon, Is where I got mine. Blue sea dual usb, its the 2.1 amp version not the 4.8 amp version.
     
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  2. Feb 24, 2020 at 10:06 AM
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    Icon/TC Mid travel, TRD S/C, PNP Greddy EMU, 625cc injectors, 2.2 pulley, Hayden tranny cooler, AEM wideband, TRD boost gauge.
    Things I did that really help the daily driverness:
    - Replaced old front LCA bushings with new OEM rubber bushings (for sure the number 1 mod that removed A LOT of NVH, so worth it)
    - GROM Bluetooth integration. I can take hands-free calls and play music/podcasts from my phone into my OEM Headunit. The GROM unit is PNP and installs in the back so everything looks OEM (except running a microphone out)
    - Quality 3M tint- I think about 35% on the sides but I went 50% on the windshield. You can't even tell its on the windshield (50% is pretty much clear) but the UV blocking it does is amazing. I live in SoCal and I do not need to use those fold-able windshield sun shield chingas.
    - Weathertech mats, spills and such are no issue
    - The Honda windshield wiper nozzles (not a big deal, but a nice touch)
    - Flush USB charger
    - Budbuilt track bar stopped the axle wrap that was causing clunking and weird clunky stops/take offs.
    - Said track bar required the OEM muffler be removed (that really sucked) so I ensured I replaced it with a very quiet aftermarket unit.
    - SuperCharger bypass valve hijack mod so I can turn "off" the SC when I don't want to boost, such as mountain steep grade roads keeping up with freeway traffic.
    - Icons have CDC option to adjust valving. Pre-loaded the coils to get some lift back after a bumper upgrade and it actually made the ride more compliant (against all advice here)... so thats odd. Maybe it got better because resting at that lower position affected valving.

    Things I want to do:
    - That homelink mod that looks OEM that a member posted. That looks sick.
    - Backup camera + front bumper camera, designated screen with switch.
    - I have sound deadening given to me, actually remove the dash and install all along the firewall and in the doors and certain rear seactions
    - When its time to rebuild the Icons, have the 'slow speed stack' mod done to reduce the low speed stiffness.
    - Replace rear OEM leafs w/ add-a-leafs I currently have with a softer full leaf w/ moderate lift replacement.
     
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    BlackSportD, Feb 24, 2020
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  3. Feb 24, 2020 at 10:35 AM
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    otis24

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    The best comfort mod I got for my truck is a 2016 Scion IM as my daily driver.
    I didn't realize how loud my truck is and uncomfortable my seats are until I got the car.
    It helps the thing pays for itself in gas alone too.
     
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    otis24, Feb 24, 2020
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  4. Feb 24, 2020 at 10:03 PM
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    thenodnarb

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    thenodnarb, Feb 24, 2020
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  5. Feb 25, 2020 at 3:50 AM
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    How loud are the seats?
     
    Colchicine, Feb 25, 2020
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  6. Feb 25, 2020 at 4:39 AM
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    I did a pioneer with apple play from crutchfield, super easy install, it gives me the opportunity for two cameras, Bluetooth, and apple carplay. I live in nyc, so the cameras were a game changer
     
    chucklesrecker, Feb 25, 2020
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  7. Feb 25, 2020 at 5:34 AM
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  8. Feb 25, 2020 at 6:07 AM
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  9. Feb 25, 2020 at 6:40 AM
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    Wulf

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    :rofl:
     
    Wulf, Feb 25, 2020
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  10. Feb 25, 2020 at 6:41 AM
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    Beat me to it :D
     
    cruiserguy, Feb 25, 2020
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  11. Feb 25, 2020 at 6:44 AM
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    Lol...the seats are actually pretty quiet.
    Fixed my post.
    I just learned to read and write last week.
     
    otis24, Feb 25, 2020
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  13. Feb 25, 2020 at 6:47 AM
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    Seats be farting
     
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  14. Feb 25, 2020 at 6:50 AM
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    That was funny ish too. Whoever said their truck was reeking due to seat cushion farts.
    Lmaooooo :rofl:
     
    cruiserguy, Feb 25, 2020
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  15. Feb 25, 2020 at 6:53 AM
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    Oh stop it, you know we're just having fun dude
    I do still love your tray back/container back build. I saved a pic of your taco to the phone, that way when I show people Aussie truck builds and they say 'well that's Australia', I just show em your pic and say this baby was Born in the USA :D:cool:
     
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  16. Feb 25, 2020 at 6:53 AM
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    - Quality 3M tint- I think about 35% on the sides but I went 50% on the windshield. You can't even tell its on the windshield (50% is pretty much clear) but the UV blocking it does is amazing. I live in SoCal and I do not need to use those fold-able windshield sun shield chingas.

    this is definitely of interest!
     
    GQ7227, Feb 25, 2020
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  17. Feb 25, 2020 at 7:02 AM
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    GQ7227

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    black woolWax, green IFC, borlaCB, custom Line-X PC drums, skid, nuts, hooks, 1/4 silver frame...
    just now bot these after seeing them in action a month ago
    thanks!
     
    GQ7227, Feb 25, 2020
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    OME Coils/Bilstein 5100's front / 5125's rear 105 Amp Denso Alternator
    Dude, that is awesome!
     
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  19. Feb 25, 2020 at 7:05 AM
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    GQ7227

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    black woolWax, green IFC, borlaCB, custom Line-X PC drums, skid, nuts, hooks, 1/4 silver frame...
    blasted noisy trucks!
    i am still waiting to take a ride in one of these to see what the deal is
     
    GQ7227, Feb 25, 2020
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  20. Feb 25, 2020 at 7:28 AM
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