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Old 01-21-2012, 03:49 AM
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Talking Then and Now
Whats up Acurazine!

my first time ever posting on a forum.

Just a few pictures of what i use to drive and what i drive now.

And some....

THEN!





NOW!!!!!





The car still sits stock today.... hopefully not for long.
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Old 01-21-2012, 04:24 AM
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Originally Posted by Jayfive
Whats up Acurazine!

my first time ever posting on a forum.

Just a few pictures of what i use to drive and what i drive now.

And some....

THEN!





NOW!!!!!





The car still sits stock today.... hopefully not for long.

Did you forget something?
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Old 01-21-2012, 04:26 AM
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what am i forgetting?
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Old 01-21-2012, 04:27 AM
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Old 01-21-2012, 04:33 AM
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Old 01-21-2012, 04:35 AM
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are you guys able to see now? i just set gallery to public.. hopefully that fixes the problem

give the first time poster a break! hahah
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Old 01-21-2012, 09:42 AM
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Welcome and congrats!

I can see the pictures just fine
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Old 01-21-2012, 10:04 AM
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You gotta do something about that bedroom, it looks like prison
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Old 01-21-2012, 10:06 AM
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Old 01-21-2012, 10:32 AM
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Welcome to the forums brudda, enjoy your new ride!
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Old 01-21-2012, 12:22 PM
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Well atleast there no more 4x4 status lol jk... Nice WDP broskie
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Old 01-21-2012, 12:29 PM
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i lol'ed at teh 4x4 joke.

Welcome to the thunderdome.
where you'll either love it or hate it here.

its like a big giant family, we dont always get along but theres always love.
Watch out for CLtotheTL, he's like that one crazy uncle that every family has.
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Welcome! How did those oversized wheels/tires affect the trucks gas mileage/speedometer?
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Old 01-21-2012, 12:39 PM
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not a bad start with the drop. congrats on the tl
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Old 01-21-2012, 12:54 PM
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Originally Posted by justnspace
i lol'ed at teh 4x4 joke.

Welcome to the thunderdome.
where you'll either love it or hate it here.

its like a big giant family, we dont always get along but theres always love.
Watch out for CLtotheTL, he's like that one crazy uncle that every family has.
i guess that makes you THAT guy nobody wants at the family gatherings... but we have to invite you because you're family
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Old 01-21-2012, 01:20 PM
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Welcome to AZ!!! Nice WDP!!!
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Old 01-21-2012, 01:49 PM
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Originally Posted by justnspace
i lol'ed at teh 4x4 joke.

Welcome to the thunderdome.
where you'll either love it or hate it here.

its like a big giant family, we dont always get along but theres always love.
Watch out for CLtotheTL, he's like that one crazy uncle that every family has.
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Old 01-21-2012, 02:09 PM
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Tyler is the crazy uncle who will whoop your ass at Forza

To the OP, welcome to forums! I used to have a Tacoma just like yours. Silver, doublecab, same body style as well.
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Old 01-21-2012, 03:35 PM
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congrats on the new pick up!
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Old 01-21-2012, 03:45 PM
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Welcome aboard!

Nice WDP =)
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Old 01-21-2012, 04:00 PM
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looks good, welcome you'll love it here.
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Old 01-21-2012, 06:16 PM
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Originally Posted by ohsixMTee
Welcome! How did those oversized wheels/tires affect the trucks gas mileage/speedometer?
i think i was getting 15mpg.


Thanks guys! i look forward to updating this thread with my build.

Things i will be installing this week are
Progress rear sway bar
window visors
Full Aspec kit Thanks to ALK
BC racing coil overs along with all the rear chamber and toe arms

I'm up for suggestions/comments on things to modd on my TL.
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Old 01-21-2012, 06:56 PM
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i guess that makes you THAT guy nobody wants at the family gatherings... but we have to invite you because you're family
Well played.
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Old 01-22-2012, 08:15 PM
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Watch out for CLtotheTL, he's like that one crazy uncle that every family has.


There's the pot calling the kettle black......




Welcome to Acurazine Jay! Congrats on your TL purchase.
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Old 01-25-2012, 01:16 PM
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Sweet WDP, white makes every car look better in my opinion
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Old 01-25-2012, 02:13 PM
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Old 01-27-2012, 01:14 AM
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Let's see those parts installed!
just picked up some LMs tonight.. very excited!

stay tuned
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Old 01-27-2012, 01:22 AM
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Originally Posted by AnthraciteAspec
Tyler is the crazy uncle who will whoop your ass at Forza

To the OP, welcome to forums! I used to have a Tacoma just like yours. Silver, doublecab, same body style as well.
I'll see you on xbox live Tyler.. I just sent you a request

Oh and Welcome to Daddy's Dojo
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Old 05-30-2012, 02:21 AM
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Parts are finally on!! Tell me what ya think!??!?!


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Old 05-30-2012, 11:23 AM
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looks good id lower it a lil more if it were mine
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Old 05-30-2012, 11:28 AM
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Looks good man! Now you need a new set of wheels!
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Old 05-30-2012, 01:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Pghpizzaman
looks good id lower it a lil more if it were mine
Thanks! i will probably go lower once i get my wheels on.

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Looks good man! Now you need a new set of wheels!
Wheels are going on tonight Hopefully i get can some shots of it!
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Oh what!? So much for suggestions lol, you're moving forward already in for pics!!
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Looks good Jay. Now, consider spacers for your wheels/tires and you'll be all set.
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Awesome!

and re-reading all those jokes above made me LOL.
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Old 05-31-2012, 12:01 PM
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Looks good Jay. Now, consider spacers for your wheels/tires and you'll be all set.
Thanks!

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Awesome!

and re-reading all those jokes above made me LOL.
Thanks!
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Old 05-31-2012, 12:09 PM
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From my camera phone!

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Old 05-31-2012, 12:15 PM
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Nice! Glad you got them on!
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Old 05-31-2012, 12:26 PM
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Nice! Glad you got them on!
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Old 05-31-2012, 12:49 PM
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35% tint all around should set it off a bit.
- Type-S authentic rear deck
- Ebay rear deck
- Roof spoiler

Then off to some engine/exhaust mods.
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