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  1. Noodski44

    Steel VS Aluminum Front Bumper

    I got the CBI aluminum full coverage full hoop T3 bumper. Definitely less weight than steel. It is super strong too. But with a winch, heavier battery, front accessories, heavy sliders, skids and a roof rack I dint want to much more weight upfront. The aluminum weighs about 120lbs. I do run have...
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    ARE hard topper accessory mount (DIY)

    I also added some panels inside the bed for hold my shovel, first aid kit and other quick items I used cheap wire grid panels, wire clamps and the existing window frame screws to attach them. They hold up well. I attach items with reusable zip ties.
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    ARE hard topper accessory mount (DIY)

    So I've made some minor upgrades to the rotopax side. I have a buddy with a molle panel from his Jeep that he wasn't using so it worked out to hold the rotopax on the Tacoma on the current mounts I have. The pegboard panel eventually crack with added weight from the gas and water while on...
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    ARE hard topper accessory mount (DIY)

    Hey all @TRH, @Tyler @Romp-A-Taco, @17cementpro . Thanks y'all. As far weight there is no issues even carrying the full weight of about 50lbs off the glass shell. I've even tan over 2500 miles on dirt and roae with them fill.The biggest issue is using the the cheap peg boards, because they will...
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    NM bs thread.

    I'm out here too.
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    Archived January 2020 Rig of the Month: Submissions and Voting

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    ARE hard topper accessories mounts (DIY)

    So I did a thing and I figure I would share with you all incase anyone has been interested in doing the same. I wanted a way to mount gear (rotopax, shovel and tredpro traction boards) on the side of my ARE shell. Something similar to bed racks but I want the option to keep additional gear dust...
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    ARE hard topper accessory mount (DIY)

    So I did a thing and I figure I would share with you all incase anyone has been interested in doing the same. I wanted a way to mount gear (rotopax, shovel and tredpro traction boards) on the side of my ARE shell. Something similar to bed racks but I want the option to keep additional gear dust...
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    Hardshell/Topper Reinforcement

    @davewarfel I have Yakima tracks on mine. That is what the ARE dealer recommended.
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    Hardshell/Topper Reinforcement

    @Tacoma.prod Sorry for the delay. Heres the picture of my rig with the prinsu up front with nothing on the shell. Though i Just found out I can actually get the rails installed from a local ARE dealer. Only $175 and then I can mount the rear prinsu.
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    Malcolm's Tacoma3G.com TRDPro Build(loaded with photos)

    That's badass. How was the install?
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    Archived T3G GIVEAWAY: Win Rago Fabrication items on the road to 20,000 Tacoma3G.com forum posts!

    Awesome. Thanks for opportunity!
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    Malcolm's Tacoma3G.com TRDPro Build(loaded with photos)

    Sweet truck man
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    Steel VS Aluminum Front Bumper

    Dude I'm with ya, September 13th where are youm
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    Tutorial Debadge emblems w/ shoe spray

    They wifey taught me that. Thanks man, good advice.
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    Tutorial Debadge emblems w/ shoe spray

    1st off this may be basic and common sense for most but for anyone looking for other alternatives please check this out. Quick and easy. So with that being said I had this cool TRD emblem I won on IG courtesy of https://www.instagram.com/taco_life85/. So I decided to replace the V6 emblem on...
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    Pros and cons of CA Intake

    Hahaha we're the turtle in the turtle and haire race. ??
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    ICON REBOUND wheel quality

    The wheels look good with chrome lugs.
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    Pros and cons of CA Intake

    Good to know, thanks ?
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    ICON REBOUND wheel quality

    That's a good way to look at it. ?
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    Archived T3G giveaway #2: Pelfreybilt skid plate and swag of your choice!

    Congrats man
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    Fcklightbars sponsorship

    Omg that's ridiculous.
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    ICON REBOUND wheel quality

    Yeah its probably my plan. It just sucks I'll have to make it bigger before smaller. Good advise though. Thx?
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    Fcklightbars sponsorship

    What's the processing fee about?
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    ICON REBOUND wheel quality

    So I ordered these ICON rebound black on bronze wheels back in March about 2 months after buying the truck. They are 17" x 8.5" with 4.5" backspace. Now I love the look and the initial feeling about them was literally love at 1st site. But I now have issues with a few things. Since having them...
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    Fcklightbars sponsorship

    So they extra lights were just a surprise? I don't understand what the processing fee is?
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    Fcklightbars sponsorship

    Cool man let me know
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    Fcklightbars sponsorship

    That's what I was thinking too. Which did you do with? What else did they send you?
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    Fcklightbars sponsorship

    D Did you have to buy them?
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    Fcklightbars sponsorship

    So the company "Fcklightbars" offered me a sponsorship of their product. Anyone have any experience with them or this type sponsorship. It sounds like they say they'll offer me a sponsorship just to buy something. That doesn't really sound like a sponsorship to me but I don't just expect free...
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    Great site "thank you @Tyler"

    I just want to say thank you @Tyler for creating this site. I never really used tacoma world as much as I've started using this site even through the last couple tacos I've owned. In the last few weeks I'm finding myself checking posts daily and getting a lot of good info. Keep up the good work...
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    Hardshell/Topper Reinforcement

    And boom?bringing it home. Thanks @tacomiyagi for the insight. I actually put bed stiffeners on my taco wish list. Prinsu is my actual choice, I'm adding it to the front first then the back later. I don't see adding too much weight to the back, no tents or anything. Just a canopy, some traction...
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    Pros and cons of CA Intake

    Hahaha were currently in Oklahoma for a quick trip. I told her we should Camp instead of stay at the in laws and she thought I was crazy. I really tried through reminding her of all the fun we had on memorial day weekend but she sternly said "no". ??
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    Pros and cons of CA Intake

    Hahaha, i hear yeah. We're going on vacation to San Francisco next month so my hotel room is taking away from my bumber and maybe even ovtune.
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    Side shooter ditch lights

    Oh yeah you have them badass dogs there
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    Hardshell/Topper Reinforcement

    I hear yeah.
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    Configurations of T3G — GRADE

    Pros and limiteds...the rare breads. ?
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    Side shooter ditch lights

    Yeah man took about 2 hours. The hardest part was wiring the harness with the switch because the harness wire colors were different. Really easy and really clean. Honestly for how low cost these lights are they are bright AF. Them with my Opt7 Fluxbeam led headlights a and led fogs let me see...
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    Configurations of T3G — GRADE

    Correct. It's full 4x4 a bit smaller rear axel but thats it. I'll add an ARB locker eventually.
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    Hardshell/Topper Reinforcement

    I'm not the original owner as it came with the truck. But ill try for sure. Here is the top of the shell. Its pretty clean unsure where they'd put the track.
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    Pros and cons of CA Intake

    I bet anything to get us all excited and thinking of how we're going to move bills around.
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    Configurations of T3G — GRADE

    Well a few reasons. 1) I came from an '08 pre runner and this had 4 wheel drive. 2) it was already lifted 2.5" 3) it had a hard shell which I wanted 4) the color was choice and 5) when I got in it I was sold. The leather seats, full tech package and overall ride sold me. It's my daily driver and...
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    Pros and cons of CA Intake

    @Mr. Nobody when are they supposed to be coming up with one. I didn't know someone was looking into this.
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    Pros and cons of CA Intake

    ??
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    Hardshell/Topper Reinforcement

    @Mr. Nobody Yeah my shell doesn't have rack rails on it. It's an ARE shell, not made for a rack. I can add one but I'll need to take in consideration potential leaks and cracking. Because i'll have to drill directly into the shell.
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    Configurations of T3G — GRADE

    I'm one of the few limited owners out there. Determined to build the baddest limited out there
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    Ditch light install

    @PROTACO17 links of what harness I bought is above as well as switch. You will need extra wire from the store along with connectors unless you plan on soldering yourself.
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    Side shooter ditch lights

    @PROTACO17 Dude I have this same set up on my limited. I just a write up a few days ago. I'll tag you in it. Let me know if I can help.
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    Pros and cons of CA Intake

    Who is Magnusson and are they working on?
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    Hardshell/Topper Reinforcement

    I'm interested in this because my shell doesn't have rails. Your shells made for weigh where mine is not.
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    Pros and cons of CA Intake

    Thank you for the heads up. I really like the idea of OV tune. I've head that these factory set ups ups are just fine. We just took a trip from our home in NM to Oklahoma and it was rough seeing the gas milage. Being that it's my truck and I know how to drive it, I was able to squeeze 16.2 mpg...
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    New vendor: TOTAL CHAOS fabrication

    @TOTAL CHAOS drooling over those long travel kits???
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    Steel VS Aluminum Front Bumper

    I'm going for a T3 aluminum bumper. Can't wait. I dream about it daily.
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    mcharfauros: Mike’s Budget Build which is getting out of hand.

    @mcharfauros, dude nice build so far. Looking really good so far. I've had my truck about 5 months, I feel like I've done so much and I've only spent about $2500. I've added new wheels, tires, with new led lights, rock lights, ditch lights, weather tech mats, n-fab steps (which I'll be selling...
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    Pros and cons of CA Intake

    I appreciate it. I'm looking for a mix of answers so please shoot them my way. Looking forward to it.
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    Pros and cons of CA Intake

    Hey all, I'm thinking of getting a cold air intake for my 16 taco. In my '08 I ran an AEM and feel it added a bit of improved gas milage and gave a nice growl from the cab. Its been a while since I had my last one. So my questions are. Which intake is the best or what do you recommend for the...
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    EAGLE KLAW floor mat fasteners

    @wink4x4 what mats did you install them on?
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    LED or HID

    I've been running Opt7 fluxbeam LED headlights with no issues. OPT7 Fluxbeam H11 LED Headlight Kit w/ Clear Arc-Beam Bulbs - 60w 7,000Lm 6K Cool White CREE - 2 Yr Warranty https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VNBDWPK/?tag=tacoma3g-20
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    EAGLE KLAW floor mat fasteners

    https://eagleklaw.com/ Check for occasional discount codes. I got a set of 4 for 20% off. Only like 15 bucks.
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    Photos of your trucks on the trail

    RIO PUERCO, NM
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    What do T3G members look like?

    Me and my copilot and the fam.
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    Ditch light install

    With in about a month of buying my rig I decided I wanted ditch lights. I wasn't ready for a light bar yet as when I do buy one it will go into my new CBI T3 bumper. So for the meantime I decided ditch lights are best bet for me and I'll have them for a while. Now I'm all about putting a decent...
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