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    Does anyone have a Tacoma wiring diagram?

    Does anyone have the factory wiring diagrams for a 2017 Tacoma? Specifically the ones to the ignition coils? The other night, my Taco went into limp mode. Occasionally. Managed to get it to a dealership. They pulled the trouble codes and told me it was the ignition coils, but couldn’t tell me...
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    Jeep TJ project?

    All right Jeep guys. This might be a chance to convert a Toyota guy, maybe. We’ve been looking for a car to run around town with, some back roads, occasional interstate travel with. There is someone with a used Jeep for sale. I don’t know anything about the different models, years, what to look...
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    GPS / Phone Dash Mount RAM system

    I finally got around to making my second dash mount. The first one went in right after I got the truck. I would alternate between the phone and the GPS. Now that the phone is taking on more of an entertainment use while driving, I needed a second mount for the GPS. The premade solutions that...
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    2017 Tacoma - engine maintenance question

    It looks like the extended warrantee it going to pay itself off. Lucky me. While getting an oil change, the mechanic noticed a slight oil leak coming from the timing cover. Warrantee will cover it. Knowing this isn't an easy task and that they will have to take a bunch of other things off...
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    Pirelli tire question

    This is a more direct tire question than, “What is the best tire?” I have selected the one I want, Pirelli Scorpion All Terrain Plus, 265/75 R16. The problem I am having is the load rating that best fits my Taco (2017 DoubleCab) is on back order. The heavier duty ones are in stock. I would like...
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    Transporting a kayak question

    Hey all, I have a new (to me) kayak. It is a Current Designs, Whistler, 14'-6". I need to move it. It has to last 590 miles at 84 mph on my roof. I have the Yakima j-hook mounts. I have the bow lines going down to hooks on the side of the hood. Stern line to the receiver. (And yes, I will have...
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    INSTALLATION HELP!!

    INSTALLATION HELP!! I am trying to get a new bumper and winch installed this weekend. I bought the CBI covert and a Smittybilt G3 winch, 2017 Tacoma. Anyone out there with this set up? How did you end up mounting the winch controller? I was about ready to lift it in place, but when I...
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    Front License Plate mount

    So I picked up a CBI Cover Front Bumper and Smittybuilt winch over Christmas. Nebraska, in their infinite wisdom, has determined that we need a license plate in the front. I am trying to find a flip up license plate holder that works with the sloped front of the CBI bumper. There are roller...
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    Iowa to Alaska and back

    As my age gets closer to the half century mark, I realize my memories are starting to fade. It is time to put down some of my adventures in print before they are lost forever. I also had my old slides digitized. So, pardon the poor quality of the pictures. Some are a bit more faded than...
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    New winch bumper quesitons

    Hey all. I’m buying my first winch and am have some questions for the seasoned veterans out there. And maybe I am overthinking some of this a bit, but that’s what I do. Quick spoiler, the questions are about the bumpers, not the winch. I like the semi-hidden winch mount bumpers. There are...
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    Recovery thoughts, ideas, advice

    Now I am sure this will get some different opinions and thoughts. Some will be strong for and some against. But, I would like some honest ideas. We take our family vacation to the Summit County area every year between Christmas and New Years. For the last three years, we will go up Tiger...
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    Prinsu Awning Mounting Brackets

    Just a heads up to anyone looking at using the Prinsu Awning Mounting Brackets for a Rhino Rack Batwing Awning. They don't work. The slot spacing on the Rhino Rack Awning is 3 15/16". The largest slot spacing the Prinsu Bracket can accommodate is 3 5/8". CBI Off Road is taking them back...
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    1985 Land Rover 110

    Saw this. Looks like a great base for someone. https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1985-land-rover-one-ten-5/
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    Wire protection ideas

    Right now, I am enjoying a steady stream of packages coming in. All the pieces and parts for adding a dual battery set up, and all the power distribution that goes along with it. Question for you all. How do you protect your wires as they run around in the engine compartment / under the...
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    2004 TOYOTA TACOMA DOUBLECAB TRD Off-Road, SR5 PreRunner

    Shameless self promotion. This is my truck I am listing on ebay. It would make me happy to sell this to someone here, knowing it would go to a good home. But honestly, I would like to get as much for it as I can to help pay for the goodies on the new truck. It still runs great. I would not...
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    Options and thougts

    It’s getting to be time to upgrade the 2004 Taco to something new. My list of “must haves” is 4x4, D-cab, long bed, tow package. The wife’s list includes sunroof and heated seats. A couple of questions. I have been pricing them on-line, the TRD Sport and TRD Off-Road start with the same...
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    Trailer wagging the dog

    I know almost all of us have been told, some way or another, to always make sure you have at least 10% of the trailer weight on the tongue. For those of you who like clean underwear and don't want to experiment on your own to see what happens if you don't follow this rule, U-Haul has created a...
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    Water System Questions f(r)om Dummies

    I am reposting this from the Expedition Trailers section. Only got one reply. While helpful, they weren't able to answer all of my questions. So I found a trailer on Craigslist that is cheap enough that I think I can finally start my build. The idea is a small, dedicated trailer to carry all...
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    Water system questions for (from) Dummies

    So I found a trailer on Craigslist that is cheap enough that I think I can finally start my build. The idea is a small, dedicated trailer to carry all of our camping and kitchen stuff. I want to include a sink in the kitchen area, but I have some questions. I am planning on installing a...
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    Cast iron coating coming off

    Question to all of you cast iron users out there. We have a pre-seasoned, cast iron, Lodge, dutch oven. "8DOL" on the bottom. The inside coating is coming off. It looks like paint peeling. The rough textured finish is coming off revealing a smooth, bare metal underneath. I thought the...
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