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What have you done to your Tacoma today? 1st Gen Edition

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by SlimDigg, Feb 7, 2011.

  1. Dec 1, 2013 at 10:51 PM
    PcBuilder14

    PcBuilder14 Well-Known Member

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    Yeah, I'd probably have a bunch of pointless electronics and a custom built computer if I didn't enjoy modding my truck. Haha
     
  2. Dec 1, 2013 at 10:54 PM
    davidjmay

    davidjmay Well-Known Member

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    Pioneer HU & door speakers, Alpine type R, Kicker dx1000.1, OME 883 lift, Wheelers 2" AAL, custom mesh grille, smoked LED taillights, LED light bar, Raptor exhaust dumped before axle, custom fabbed roll bar/light bar mount
    I'd probably have textbooks, actual food, and more practical things like a TV… but hey, spending ignorant amounts of money on our trucks is fun too.
     
  3. Dec 1, 2013 at 10:55 PM
    PcBuilder14

    PcBuilder14 Well-Known Member

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    Haha yeah, I think I'm a better person for working on my truck. Gets my outside more and working with my hands.
     
  4. Dec 1, 2013 at 11:09 PM
    davidjmay

    davidjmay Well-Known Member

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    Definitely. Its addicting
     
  5. Dec 1, 2013 at 11:36 PM
    blake5995

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    That is where i have a problem. I have a custom built computer and spend loads on my vehicles :eek:
     
  6. Dec 1, 2013 at 11:38 PM
    PcBuilder14

    PcBuilder14 Well-Known Member

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    Nice! Haha I want to build a custom one again, but my excuse is that I live on the 3rd floor and my Alienware laptop serves me well :D
     
  7. Dec 1, 2013 at 11:40 PM
    blake5995

    blake5995 Well-Known Member

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    Yea i use it for work and play. Alot of parts on my computer came from companies i have done work for and from building other peoples computers. Defiantly can spend a lot of money quick on both :rolleyes:
     
  8. Dec 2, 2013 at 7:59 AM
    Mainmoe02

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    3" lift EIBACH coils w/ 5100's front, OME/ Dakar leaf springs w/ toytec adjustable shackles at 1.5" and 5125's out back. 33x10.5x15 KM2's Relentless DIY steel bumper.
    Any one know if the Harbor Freight 170amp mig/ flux welder is a good enough welder to weld a relentless bumper together?

    I bought the DIY relentless front plate bumper. This will be my first time welding so I'll practice before working on the bumper. If heard mig/flux is the easiest to use, just not sure about the harbor freight one?
     
  9. Dec 2, 2013 at 8:05 AM
    Blackdawg

    Blackdawg Dr. Frankenstein

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    ALL OF THEM!...Then some more.
    for a small hobby project..probably be fine.

    If your planning on doing a lot of welding..keep looking
     
  10. Dec 2, 2013 at 8:20 AM
    45acp

    45acp Paint me back in Wyoming again...

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    Picked up some nice 4Runner driveshafts in Denver for $15 each to cut up for parts.:D

    [​IMG]
     
  11. Dec 2, 2013 at 8:37 AM
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    3" lift EIBACH coils w/ 5100's front, OME/ Dakar leaf springs w/ toytec adjustable shackles at 1.5" and 5125's out back. 33x10.5x15 KM2's Relentless DIY steel bumper.
    Well my plan is to learn so that way I can start to make my own stuff like rear bumper and skids. I probably wouldn't use it for more than truck mods. What's the lowest Amperage I can get but have the welds still be strong enough to hold 1/4" or 3/16" steel plates together? Would 140amp mig welder be enough?
     
  12. Dec 2, 2013 at 8:42 AM
    Blackdawg

    Blackdawg Dr. Frankenstein

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    Id go a bit bigger for good welds on 1/4''. But you can still do it. All depends on how good you get. Seen some AMAZING fab work done with not so great welders.

    Hell i have been using a 175amp 210v Eastwood thing..works for me.

    I will say, get a 210v not a 120v.
     
  13. Dec 2, 2013 at 8:47 AM
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    OME lift CBI sliders, front bumper homemade rear bumper 33x12.50 m/t Gears Aussie locker inchworm crawlbox Homemade flat belly
    A good welder will make your life easier. That and good prep will allow for more penetration and stronger welds, bevel the edges of all your joints. And get an angle grinder with a good assortment of cutting, grinding, and flap discs.
     
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  14. Dec 2, 2013 at 8:58 AM
    Madjik_Man

    Madjik_Man The Rembrandt of Rattle Can

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    Glad to see you made it home.

    How'd the Honda Out-of-Shape fare?
     
  15. Dec 2, 2013 at 9:10 AM
    Tribull

    Tribull Have more than you show. Speak less than you know.

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    Bone stock. For now.
    Anybody ever try this B-Quiet sound deadener? I think I may order some. I've decided to start the rest of my mod list with "creature comforts." I just spend a lot of time in my truck, and it want it to be as comfortable in the cabin as possible. For example, I had my oil changed at about noon on Saturday, and by 3:00 Sunday I had already put 100 miles on it. Typical.
     
  16. Dec 2, 2013 at 9:11 AM
    45acp

    45acp Paint me back in Wyoming again...

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    Oddly enough, not a problem on the way back. I had plenty of time to think :)rolleyes:)... seriously considering tracking down a full sized truck (wrecked) fix it up and sell the Unfit.
     
  17. Dec 2, 2013 at 9:17 AM
    MapleMoose

    MapleMoose Drunk Canadian

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    3" Eibach Coils, 3" AP Springs, AP 6" Shackles Toytec Diff drop, BAMF Sliders, Deck plate mod,Volt meter, Highbeam mod, PIAA fogs, 18" Magnaflow, LED dash swap, Color matched Satoshi Grille, Custom Rear Plate Bumper
    Played in the snow yesterday!

    IMG_3120_zpsa36467be_8ea755da2baf316592f46610dfad2f5ed9c09522.jpg
     
  18. Dec 2, 2013 at 9:20 AM
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    BILLSTEIN 5100/EIBACH coil front lift, Billstein 5100/ Toytec AAL rear lift. Deck plate mod. Polk audio 5x7 speakers. Pioneer Head unit. HIDs.
    Thanks. Yeah the tires surprisingly are that loud. Expected to be louder but they're fairly quiet for mud terrains.
     
  19. Dec 2, 2013 at 9:31 AM
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    BILLSTEIN 5100/EIBACH coil front lift, Billstein 5100/ Toytec AAL rear lift. Deck plate mod. Polk audio 5x7 speakers. Pioneer Head unit. HIDs.
    Thanks for the compliments. Truck has the bilstein/eibach setup and AAL in the back. I'd like to start a build thread but don't have quite enough mods to start one hahaha. Theirs a lot of nice builds on here including your truck and one day hopefully mine will be at that level.
     
  20. Dec 2, 2013 at 9:34 AM
    Madjik_Man

    Madjik_Man The Rembrandt of Rattle Can

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    One of those "break things unnecessarily and it fixes itself" fix

    Never a good thing

    If it were me. I'd sell it and try to find another Honda/Acura or Toyota sedan/hatch that will give you 30-35 mpg. Rather than a full size truck that'll give you sub 20.
     

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