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TRD in AFG

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Jefferdy, Jan 13, 2014.

  1. Jan 17, 2014 at 10:18 AM
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    Jefferdy

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    Yup, often with a D4D Diesel engine...and that sweet mirror-thingy I mentioned! One company here has a fleet of about 20 of them, all the 96-02 (is that 3rd Gen T4R?) body style. I haven't seen anything in a more recent bodystyle yet.
     
  2. Jan 17, 2014 at 10:43 AM
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    They are probably waiting for the 2015s to come out to see if they can get heated seats and mirrors before they get any more of them;)
     
  3. Jan 17, 2014 at 10:43 AM
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    That's what I like to hear! Drone proof tacoma! That should be a Toyota commercial.
     
  4. Jan 24, 2014 at 6:07 AM
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    Here's a couple.

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  5. Jan 24, 2014 at 6:51 AM
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    DDD

    DDD Shine bright like a hymen

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    Here is an armored tacoma I posted in 2012. Looks stock from the outside. Bullet proof doors.

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  6. Jan 24, 2014 at 7:12 AM
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    those bulletproof doors are pretty cool but is there any protection on the bottom of the truck from roadside bombs?
     
  7. Jan 24, 2014 at 8:09 AM
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    That armor is more for small arms fire. If there is belly armor its not going to stop an lED.
     
  8. Jan 24, 2014 at 8:26 AM
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    cool stuff, thanks for posting
     
  9. Jan 24, 2014 at 9:09 AM
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    I could use some doors like that at the Mall.
     
  10. Jan 24, 2014 at 10:21 AM
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    The armor is on the inside. Outer sheet metal is stock.
     
  11. Jan 25, 2014 at 6:43 AM
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    That good living right there, redneck heaven. Nice TRD 4x4, up-armored, and a bed full of bang! Just need some hot bikini chicks to wash it.
     
  12. Jan 25, 2014 at 11:44 PM
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    Dude, that armored FJ-looking thing is INSANE!
     
  13. Jan 26, 2014 at 12:04 AM
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    good to see the taco over there. Not many of them are imported and im not sure why. I travel frequently to the middle east and its even rare to see a tundra. It is true that land cruisers or "stations" as they are referred to in many makes and engine configurations are the staple vehicles over there.
     
  14. Jan 27, 2014 at 5:26 AM
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    Here's my Hilux (on the left) truck that i drive here in Trashcanistan.

    "The Honey Badger"
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    Its a 2000, and i do not believe its ever had its oil changed, or any other maintenance done on it for that matter.
    As you can see, the other truck's front facia is held together with 100mph tape.

    Ill try to find some more cool Yota's and show you all.
     
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  15. Jan 27, 2014 at 8:51 AM
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    I found a 4th Gen T4R the other day and took a pic...and this damn mobile site won't let me upload it! More to follow...
     
  16. Jan 27, 2014 at 9:13 AM
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    Got it! One of just a few 4th Gen T4Rs I've seen lately, 3rd Gens are much more prevalent. Hiluxes, like the "Honey Badger" previously mentioned, are EVERYWHERE! If I see a particularly unique one I'll try and catch it.

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