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    Just passing through LOL

    Just passing through LOL
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    Ride from hell

    Thanks ,for the kind words,a shame a person lays out 20 30or even 50 k and ends up with something they can't feel good about. Value is one thing usefullnress is another . I am still a Toyota fan just not a fan of their new technology. If you purchase a auto/truck and it spends allot of time in...
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    Ride from hell

    It hasnt been on road for over 12 yrs unless you count femce rows and cpw paths but it still runs barely that is with a good push Front emd shot not safe but it does run was my omly transportation at one time I was allot younger so was my taco. I thi k i heard from a unicorn last week or was...
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    Ride from hell

    Heres the difference between years and generations. I have still 1980 taco 2.2 5 speed w 445000 miles on it. Still using it on my farm 4x4. Bought it used had been rolled and repo.lot Besides repairs to body paint. Oil change every year Amsoil 10 40 filter Tune ups Brakes 3 front 2 rear 2...
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    Ride from hell

    Finally someone who understands not some jerk preaching righteous crap about what I should of say and not say. I also have had numerous issues. As for hauling that I do. Just my sorry 260# and a suitcase. That is pretty sad. Everyone is entitled to make a living just not at someone's expense...
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    Ride from hell

    Realize something Im not saying all Tacomas are crap just the 3 gen 3.5 automatic . Toyota really missed the boat on this one They have made it almost impossible to crack the code.
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    Ride from hell

    News flash my friend I GOT RID OF IT . FYI THE OV TUNE IS ONLY EFFECTIVE ON 2016 AND IT STILL DOESNT FIX RHE PROBLEM. THE REASON FOR FOOT ON THE GAS BECAUSE IT COULD NOT KEEP THE SPEED UP WITHOUT SHIFTING FROM 6 TO5 SOMETIMES 4 OR EVEN 5TH YOU TOWNEYS THAT USE IT AS A YOUR DRUGSTORE CADDY NEED...
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    Ride from hell

    Every one has a opinion. Each one different But you smart a**es try driving 1500 + miles holding your foot on the gas pedel drive all day long. Then give hour opinion if you think its great i got a bridge for you too. I also have my URD s power enhancers to get rid of Maybe can use them for boat...
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    Ride from hell

    I have owned quite a few Tacomas. 1 gen 2 gen before i aquired the 3rd. No complantes about 1 & 2 BUT 3 IS ANOTHER story I was a died in the wool tacoma fan and user. NO LONGER. Toyota really messed up with this combination they know it i do believe. EPA goverment Czars as well get the hell out...
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    KN cold air kit 3 generation

    I have a kn cold air kit used for 600 miles for sale. No longer have the tacoma. Paid over 200 for it All mounting hardware included. V6 3500 sell 75.00 Plus shipping. Soft roll up bed cover Trexcedo brand short bed only model yrs. 2011 to 2019. 100.00 Used but nice hard were included Plus...
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    Ride from hell

    To those of you who said trade LOL . Tried to trade up to a Tundra Paid 43+ for taco limited Tundra. Limited 2017 4months old 6k. miles 53k plus Trade offer 30700.00 Not too good trade value. Didn't fall off turnip...
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    Ride from hell

    Heavy foot maybe so. Ya'll say what you want i have owned anumber of Tacos 2. 2 4. 0 never a gripe. This is a joke as bad as Ram not selling 1500's same reasons. It,s a kids truck did I say by mistake truck more like a surbaban commuter not a work horse they use to be sorry folks Everyone is...
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    Ride from hell

    Just finished a ride from nashville tn to tucson az and back. What hell i put myself through the constant shifting up down was absolutely nerve racking. Speed limit of 75 could barely hold its own. MPG forget about it in the past i have made this same trip w a GMC Corrola Ram but never in the...
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    How many 3 generation will be still running in 10 yrs?

    If we are lucky never heard of a gas engine w./o exhaust manifold ?????
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    How many 3 generation will be still running in 10 yrs?

    I just sold my 1982 taco 4x4 5 speed 2.2 4 cyl with 350000 miles mostly interstate for $ 5100 . Only thing replaced 1 clutch 2 used and 1 new transmissions I rebuilt radiator 1 165deg. thermostat Regular cab. Most repairs were my fault towing a 28ft. Cabin cruiser in and out of water it did it...
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    Inexpensive seat upgrade......

    I have done a number of these my regular cab I added seat springs
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    Inexpensive seat upgrade......

    Use spray adhesive that will hold up to heat
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    Seats

    Add foam o have added 2" its easy cost about 100$ Do both seat and back If you don't think you can do it takes to upholstery shop . You can pull the seat 4 bolts out won't cost you as much
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    How many Toyotas have you owned ? (cars or trucks)

    Here is the critical question of all 3rd.generation Owners would buy another? I for one would not if they are based on their current power train set up . The reason there ate fewer and fewer manuals is two fold . Autos supposedly get better fuel mileage Second few people know how to drive...
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    Inexpensive seat upgrade......

    I have owned a number of Tacoma's the seats would was break down from getting in and out. No exception on limited even though it has leather. My answer is 2" of added foam to the seat and back. O started with 1/2" of foam and just added until it felt more comfortable. Once I got the drivers seat...
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