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  1. TrojanMan60

    Rear Bumper + Fender Flares

    NEWBIE ALERT Has anyone seen any issues with adding on fender flares with an aftermarket rear bumper? Do I need to look for a wider bumper or does the added width not go that far back on the truck?
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    Natural Gas

    A coworker recently told me about the ability to add a Natural Gas tank to your car. He said it helps save on gas money, improve fuel economy, etc. Just wondering if anyone can verify this information? Also, has anyone installed something like this? Is it a manual switch in between the two tanks...
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    Archived May 2020 Rig of the Month: Submit your photos here! (Sponsored by Victory 4x4)

    Here's the most "stock" photo I could find.
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    Long Travel Recommendations

    Awesome lol! Might have to do the same
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    Long Travel Recommendations

    Is there a reason you didn’t go with it?
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    The Taco Trooper

    My original build thread was starting to look a little clunky so I decided to just go ahead and make a completely new one?‍♂️ (Plus, I finally have a couple decent quality photos!) I have a 2016 SR5 DCSB. As of now, it stands as my daily driver that I take out on the weekends for some light...
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    Long Travel Recommendations

    I’m fine paying for quality, I just don’t want to be paying for extra parts that don’t matter. My ideal spot would be around 8k, but if it’s worth the price I’m always willing.
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    Tacoma3G's Instagram Directory || Have a truck page? Share it here!

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    Long Travel Recommendations

    I’ll keep that in mind? are there any decent ones for like, half that??
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    Long Travel Recommendations

    Just wondering who has the best long travel kit? Also, what do y’all overlanders run for tires (brand and size)?
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    Reference Ask a beginner question, get a serious answer!

    This is so much newbier than I ever planned on being, but can someone A) Give me the lowdown on what a “long travel” kit is and B) Help me with the differences between long travel and just a lift? I know the obvious differences, but specifically relating to ride quality and use is what I need...
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    New Member: 2020 Tacoma build

    Welcome to the forum! I dig the stripes!?
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    Looking for more offset

    Wish I could say I was surprised
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    Looking for more offset

    I originally planned to do spacers, but I learned they’re illegal out here?
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    Looking for more offset

    I'll add on to this thread ? Anyone know of any 18x10 or 20x10 wheels with more offset than -44?
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    Recommendations!

    A lot of baja recommendations around, are they really worth the money vs other brands?
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    Reference Ask a beginner question, get a serious answer!

    It seems to be coming from the rear. Mostly driver side? I don't have any aftermarket yet, but am looking to replace it when I get lifted up here soon. Just wondering if I need to look at certain suspension to avoid this happening or if it is just a natural process. Also, being a newbie, is...
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    Tacoma Specialists

    https://tacovinyl.com/
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    Reference Ask a beginner question, get a serious answer!

    I've finally been able to start hitting the trails and after just a couple rounds, I've noticed that when I get in or out of my truck as well as when I get moving from a stop, my truck squeaks like crazy. Is this something I just have to get used to?
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    Gamertags for XBOX/PS4

    Anyone on here tryna play some RDR2 or madden? PS4?
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    Lift kits

    Does anyone use a BDS lift or know someone that has? Are they worth the money?
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    Bumper Help

    I’ve been having a hell of a time trying to find a bumper that I really like. I’ve attached the two that I’ve narrowed it down to, is there anything that’s maybe a combination of the two? Side note: I’ve been debating a bulldog style look, with a high front bar, any tips in that area?
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    Stickers/Decals

    Thoughts on putting stickers and/or decals on your truck? Whether it be the windows or the body, are they tacky? Trying to decide the best way to represent my favorite vendors!
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    Gamertags for XBOX/PS4

    PS4 - BlakeFootball60
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    What have you done to, or with, your Tacoma today?

    Upgraded to @CaliRaisedLED blacked out taillights! Now we finish the headlights!
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    Wheel spacers

    Could you drop some quick details in here about that? And what to look for/avoid?
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    Best of the west. Moab. 17-20 April 2020

    I’m there
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    What did you purchase recently?

    AND some headlights, why not do them all at the same time?
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    What did you purchase recently?

    New tail lights! Busted my passenger side light?
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    Tail Lights

    Any recommendations for blacked out/smoked out LED tail lights?
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    Chase Racks?

    I’m planning on putting my RTT on my cab. I just need to be able to throw a spare and some recovery gear on it.
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    First post from a clown in North Dakota

    What are the dates for that?
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    RevN3's TaCOBRA build thread...

    @Rev N The emblem on the nose is GNARLY, how/where did you get it done? You have me interested ? Might have to come up with my own:unsure:
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    Chase Racks?

    Where can I find a good quality chase rack? I've been looking into getting a bed rack, but I'm worried about clearance for my four wheeler. I found some chase racks from armordillo, but can't seem to find them anywhere else. Is this the best route to take? Or am I just underestimating the...
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    2021 Tacoma "special editions"

    Whether they're doing it to charge more or not, I'm loving the nightshade look ?
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    Radios

    I've been debating whether to go with a ham or walkie. If I'm being honest, I know they're different, but I don't know how. If there's something I can use on the trails as well as just listen to chatter on the highway, that would be awesome! Something with range would be cool too, I've heard CBs...
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    Radios

    Has anyone seen any good deals on walkie talkies or other short wave radio coms systems? Trying to find a way to stay connected to my buddies while plowing through the woods?
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    Guns 'n Tacos

    Dumb question here, but what do y'all recommend for storage? I've been looking at getting a rack, but had second thoughts due to a rise in break ins in my area. Do I get cases? Or is there a way to increase safety against a break in?
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    What did you purchase recently?

    Skid Plate from @Jtv107 and some AWESOME @SOS Concepts sliders??
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    Wanted Discount Build

    Looking for some deals on floor liners, LED headlights and skid plates! Will pay for shipping. If you know of good sales going on, feel free to drop those in here as well!
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    Tacoma 3g Giveaway !

    Done!
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    Wrap vs Paint vs Liner

    Looking to change up the color of my taco. What is the biggest difference between paint and wraps? I've also been looking into just covering it in a liner, but I've heard mixed reviews. Thoughts? Opinions? Suggestions?
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    Reference Ask a beginner question, get a serious answer!

    Yes
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    Reference Ask a beginner question, get a serious answer!

    Sorry if someone has already asked this, but has anyone had trouble with the backup camera after installing a high clearance rear bumper?
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    Reference Ask a beginner question, get a serious answer!

    Any recommendations for styles or brands of rock sliders?
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    Sold Smittybilt Overlander roof top tent + KB Voodoo low profile cross bars

    If I wasn't all the way out west, I'd pick it up in a heartbeat
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    Looking for interior mods!

    Are you able to use them together?
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    Looking for interior mods!

    Do you have pics and/or a link for the tray?
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    Stance?

    I've done as much googling as I can take, so here I am. I really like the aggressive stanced look, but I'm not looking to throw rocks across my cab when offroading. How wide am I able to go before noticing a big change in performance? I'm looking to run 35x12.5s.
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    Still torn between KO2s and KM3s

    Is there a non $700 version? ? Or is that just the price I have to pay to take care of my baby?
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    Still torn between KO2s and KM3s

    I'm planning on regearing here soon. Does it help enough to be worth it? Dumb question: What's OVTune..?
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    Still torn between KO2s and KM3s

    How much of a drop should I expect going to 35x12.5 KO2s?
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    Spacers

    Did you have problems with the 1.5"s? Why would you recommend going shorter?
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    Spacers

    I'm looking to get some spacers, but I'm concerned about longevity. Is there a big difference between steel and aluminum in weather and off road?
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    What have you done to, or with, your Tacoma today?

    Added my @CaliRaisedLED roof rack and light bar!
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    Reference Ask a beginner question, get a serious answer!

    Can someone explain, how much does offset affect ride quality and stance? Trying to decide if I should stay conservative at -24 or go all in with -44s.
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    Reference Ask a beginner question, get a serious answer!

    Link?
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    Reference Ask a beginner question, get a serious answer!

    Looking to get my recovery kit taken care of. Is there a difference between the $100+ tread boards and the $30 ones besides price? Any recommended brands?
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    Reference Ask a beginner question, get a serious answer!

    Any recommendations for youtube channels or places to find good, easy to follow, install tutorials? Just picked up a @CaliRaisedLED roof rack and I'll be getting sliders next month and I don't want to pay $500+ for install.
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    Race Car

    Do you have any recommendations on brands for turbos and which software to get to start?
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    Race Car

    I mean we want to keep it low budget, but we understand it’s going to take some money to start flying! Don’t mind my noob question, but what’s a snail..?
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    Reference Ask a beginner question, get a serious answer!

    Are there required mud flap lengths for certain tires? Buddy was telling me I should look into it, but I couldn't tell if he was BSing or not. Follow up, any recommendations for length or size? Running 35x12.5s with a 6" lift.
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    Utah Events

    Hurricane, Moab, Parts of Idaho, Nevada Doesn't have to be super close as long as it's worth the trip!
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    Utah Events

    I am looking to get into off roading, but I can't find any groups around here and, being a newbie, I'm not very familiar with where the good spots would be. Just looking for some advice on trails and maybe to start a group!
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    Race Car

    I know this is probably the wrong place to ask for advice on this, but you are the most knowledgable guys I know, so don't get TOO upset with me. My buddy is looking to build a sleeper out of his daily driver (a 2013 VW Jetta SEL), but neither of us have the know how to do so. We don't want to...
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    Newbie Build

    I mean, budget friendly is always nice, but I’ll always take quality over something cheap.
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    Newbie Build

    Thanks for the tip! That is the biggest thing I have been concerned about with running a lift and bigger tires. I don't want my ride to go to shit on the highway just because I run bigger tires. Any recommendations for lifts/tires that will help keep me smooth on the streets, but are durable...
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    Tire Fits

    Thank you so much for all of the information! I can't wait to start researching. Being new, I get nervous thinking about doing a chop myself. Are there shops that can perform chops? Or do you have any tips? I was planning on going up to 18" wheels, would that be too big? When it comes to my...
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    Newbie Build

    Decal came with the truck, definitely helped convince me to buy! Lmao I will definitely be starting off with some tamer stuff, however, I plan to get as adventureous as the truck will let me. I am new to all of this, so I'm not too sure what I'll be getting into. I've been trying to find some...
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    Tire Fits

    I have about 8k set aside for my first "phase" of additions. Was planning on wheels/tires/lift to be the bulk of it (around 4-5k). I am ready to commit, however, there's only so much information you can get from google. What should I be ready for when upping in size? It's my daily driver, but...
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    Newbie Build

    I just want to start out by saying how awesome this community is. This is my first vehicle and I am glad I found a group like this that I can use as a resource! Here is my '16 SR5. I have a lot of ideas and can't wait to get to work on them! I've been having some fun in the snow, but I hope to...
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    Tire Fits

    I'm looking to get new wheels and put on 35" tires. Any suggestions on which brands to use for lift kits, wheels or tires? Also, how can I find out how much lift I will need and if my new wheel/tire combo will fit?
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