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What would it take to convert to Bio-Diesel?

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by hats009, Jan 14, 2012.

  1. Jan 17, 2012 at 6:16 AM
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    SargeSlapnuts

    SargeSlapnuts SargeSlapnuts

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    Pooler, Ga
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    2003 taco TRD off road 4x4 dbl cab.
    255/85-16 BF goodrich km3's, modified trail gear Bumpers front and rear, 10k winch, ranch rear lift shackles, Rancho coilovers in the front, grey wire mod, aftermarket stereo, camper top on the back.
    you should see if you can fit a volkwagon amarok drive train. its an inline 4banger that get 31mpgs!

    it makes something like 161 horses and 395ft/lbs of torque. twin turbos for the win!!!!
     
  2. Jan 17, 2012 at 6:50 AM
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    The Driver

    The Driver Trail Runner/Barefoot Beach Runner/Snow Skier

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    Aftermarket tranny cooler, 5100 Series Bilsteins, ToyTec Bilstein front coilovers, SPC UCA's, Alcan leafs, Class 3 Hitch, Tundra Front Brakes,
    You'll probably be better off with a CNG kit, that is if CNG is available in your area.
     
  3. Jan 20, 2012 at 7:39 PM
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    cory02taco

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    after i watched the top gear where they take a hilux to the north pole i quickly looked into importing one. you can get a left hand drive diesel hilux, but a used one with resonable miles was almost 40 grand! then add import taxes and duties.... lame.
     

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