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Worthless Mods, Stupid Mods !

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Artjr, Dec 17, 2020.

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  1. Dec 17, 2020 at 1:02 PM
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    What mods do you feel was not worth it ? Something you wish you could change back?
     
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  2. Dec 17, 2020 at 1:06 PM
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    Dang I was hoping for some good juice on forum mods lol
     
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  3. Dec 17, 2020 at 1:09 PM
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    5nahalf I build dumb things

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    My grill light bar. Its pretty sweet, but man is that thing useless for me.
     
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  4. Dec 17, 2020 at 1:10 PM
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    Lifting a 2wd. Drove one day and put back to stock
     
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  5. Dec 17, 2020 at 1:14 PM
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    Mounting stuff around my radio to make it look like the interior of my truck is the cockpit of an F-18. I thought I was soooo cool with my tablet/handheld radio/phone and then I realized I don't need any of that crap there and it was hard to work the truck radio and AC controls. I got rid of it all and put an aftermarket headunit in. When I need my radio while wheeling, it just rests in my cupholder.
     
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  6. Dec 17, 2020 at 1:14 PM
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    I have not done it, and wont, but I would mention the gas cap holder people install, not needed.
     
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  7. Dec 17, 2020 at 1:15 PM
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    The gashole is awesome. It's what, $20 and a fun little mod that directly supports a fellow Tacoma enthusiast? We've all spent more money on dumber stuff.
     
    EatSleepTacos, Dec 17, 2020
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  8. Dec 17, 2020 at 1:19 PM
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    Not sure the intent of this thread was to criticize other people's choices. Of course, I could be wrong.
     
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    None. I think mine through
     
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  10. Dec 17, 2020 at 1:22 PM
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    So far, I have not installed anything that I regret although I am considering shorter spacers for the back of the seats. Maybe try 1/4 lower as I continue to work towards a comfortable position.
     
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  11. Dec 17, 2020 at 1:23 PM
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    Didn't mean to criticize, if it makes people happy, I say go for it.
     
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    Adding relays and switches to the cubby. I should have just gone straight for the switch pro, it's so much better.
     
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  13. Dec 17, 2020 at 1:32 PM
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    oooo that's a good one. I tried to be budget friendly and deal with switches and relays but any more than like 2 accessories and it's a pain in the ass. Switch pro/spod makes life way easier. I wish I would have done it sooner.
     
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    Ouch. That's a rough list. Hard to undo a snorkel! :(
    And if you are thrifty like me, the tires will be around for the duration. I have E-rated tires but they seem fine to me. We had E-rated K-bro's on the FJ and I guess we just got used to them.
     
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    Hey the moderators do their best.
     
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    hm i wouldn't exactly call them worthless or stupid, but unnecessary maybe? lets see...

    -floor mats (Baja floor is already black plastic lol)
    -interior LED bulbs, OEM were just fine
    -3rd brake/license plate lights, never see them
    -bed cleats (better to have and not need it...too bad i've never needed them yet)
    -virtually any aesthetic mod
    -performance shocks , likely would have been just fine with a significantly cheaper pair, and saved money for my eventual long travel plans
    -trd pro shift knob
    -black shifter bezel
    -fog lights
    -aftermarket tail lights
    -p much all auxiliary lighting as I don't do night runs too often if ever

    How much of the mods that we do, do we really NEED? few, if any I say. but that's the beauty of being an enthusiast :)
     
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    Art will make the banned list for poor thread title choice! Ha!
     
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    Dealer tube steps add-on. Been debating taking them off and selling
     
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    Damn, I JUST finished with all the above via the Taco Garage MM. Haven't even made the first outing yet.
    I don't really use the factory radio, aside from streaming from my phone. Hope I don't end up with the same remorse, as it's crossed my mind I was going too far. Without, at the very least, changing to a new head unit, I do need the table up there.
    Hmmm, we'll see..
     
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    Taco specific, or just in general ... ??
     
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