What Have You Done To Your 2nd Gen Tacoma Today?

Plano, I have one that I picked up at Walmart.

 

Was gonna order some of that tape to do some interior pieces. How easy is it to work with? Do you heat it up prior to putting it on or start on one area and then heat it and stretch it?

 

My biggest concern is that hatchet.

I know it's secure, but in a head-on or other front corner impact, inertia is a powerful beast and I'd hate to see that being flung forward into the back of the cab.

 

Funny, I actually keep my hatchet under a seat. I wasn't thinking about the hatchet til you mentioned it.

I use one of these ->

 

Got my ass kicked installing my front
Super bumps from wheelers....oh well they are on. Time to test them out!

 

The install of the new super bumps. Old ones came loose in one twist with the channel locks. I taped the heads of the bolts and got them on and tight by hand, the toughest part was getting them tightened to where I was happy. It's just a tight awkward spot, and I'm not little..lol

 

Picked up one of these today. Got it with 1 x 1.5AH & 1x 3.0AH 20v batterys for $140. Will make some of the up coming mods a little easier for me. Bolts can be stubborn after 8 years.


http://www.dewalt.com/tools/cordless-impact-driverswrenches-drivers--wrenches-dcf895c2.aspx

 

Where did you find this with those two batteries for $140?

 

Ordered my Pelfreybilt bumper!

 

x2 Those are nice but I've always preferred breaker bars. If it's still stuck then add more leverage like an extension with a socket on the end of the breaker bar. I've done that from time to time at work, especially on parts that were installed at 400ft lbs.

 

Got in good with a dealer and he said he will order one in his next order. Still though, 125ft lbs torque isn't bad. I'd like to have both, but only having one in 1/2" is more practical. So its probably going to be the Full sized one.

I was looking at the Same form factor 150ft lbs version vs the full sized one @300ft lbs torque

 

I've been waiting for a good deal on one of these specifically for a while and the prices are all about $100 more than that so if you can get me one for that price or put me in touch with your guy shoot me a PM.

 

I keep a breaker bar in with my factory jack kit.

 

Home Depot runs some pretty good sales when the new models are coming out and they need to clear inventory.

I picked up the 18v LiPo combo pack with 2 batteries, charger, drill, and 1/4" impact for about $160.

 

I bought a hand held Cobra CB, adaptor and coax to connect to the antenna on my bed rack mount.

 

I won't use this for car work but they're awesome for running holes in 2x4's for pulling cables, romex and such. I keep a 12v impact on my belt but for larger jobs these 20v brushless impacts are fantastic!

 

Best I can do is ask. I have done a lot of work for the guy for free just helping out with things here and there. Then he tells me he owns the shop and asks if there are any tools I needed. Said he couldn't give them to me, but would give me rock bottom on the prices for a couple pieces. SO I saw tha 1/4" and wanted the newer battery's with the power gauge on them. ALso mentioned I wanted the 1/2" drive too. SO I have til noon monday to let him know which of the other 2 tools I want and that will conclude our business.

But, Like I said, I will ask. Any business man scared of a little money is no business man at all. Know what I mean>?

 

Good info if you're just looking for a deal on a drill but this IS the new model we're talking about and I want one. I also want to know where this guy found one for $140 and if he can get me one.

 

I hear ya. If you can score me one I would be grateful as it would get a heck of a lot of use.

 

Do you have any of the 20v tools already? I sold all my 18v stuff and got a 20v 4 piece set off CL locally for $250 after talking the guy down. I always look out for deals and try to barter or offer manual labor vs spending any money out of pocket.
http://www.dewalt.com/tools/cordless-combo-packs-20v-max-combo-packs-dck491l2.aspx