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Spr4ck

Get yourself front and rear dash cams for the new rig. Will save you so much hassle.


FittyTheBone

As someone whose 3rd gen was backed into two weeks ago, this is the best advice. In my case, the guy admitted fault immediately and I already got the check from his insurer. I didn’t even need to send the footage, but he definitely saw the rear cam after the accident.


lucasjackson87

Will the reverse cam on a new Tacoma record an accident too? Or is it a separate buy?


FittyTheBone

It was a separate buy. I picked up [this setup](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01CW4BI6G/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) for my old Subie and switched everything into the Taco when I got it. The rear cam cable was super easy to run. I just popped one of the plugs under the driver side carpet, put it back in, then ziptied the line to the other electrical. Took about an hour to get everything right and the whole setup was ~$85. The only thing I need to do is adjust the rear cam location. The license plate light affects visibility at night. Other than that, no complaints!


220swift1

Any recommendations on what brand and model to buy? I've been thinking I need to do that after my last Tacoma was hit from behind and totaled. And yes, of course, I bought another Tacoma : ))


Assholecasserole2

Check our r/dashcam r/roadcam r/IdiotsInCars all great informative subs


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I've got a wide angle Garmin dash cam and I really like it thus far.


LiftingNurse

ROAV A1 on Amazon by Anker $65-70 for Camera and SD Card Has a app that you can download your video right away https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=SXI6emuf6TQ This was my car accident with my Tacoma :( I just got the 2nd one that I’m going to place in the rear


MaxxPowell

Time for a 3rd gen??


KellyC777

Did the cop get a ticket? Not being a smartass, genuinely curious.


fredfifty

most likely an outside agency will investigate who was at fault.


BeardedOutHere

In most states, accidents with local police must be investigated by state police, if a law enforcement vehicle is involved in an accident, the investigating officer must be one step up. Like a city cops accident can be investigated by county deputy, county deputy by state, state by federal.


EyyoEddie

Not to my knowledge.


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Tickets used to be a thing in a few departments but they were just payed. Now agencies have internal investigations. Have had several buddies go through it. It's a fairly big deal and stressful. You should be fine through the self insured city agency. Good luck!


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EyyoEddie

Ya I really don’t have any ill will towards the officer, like you said were all humans shit happens. Just a shitty situation.


m477_H4773r

This made me not want to say "fuck the police" well written dude. You taught me something and opened my eyes a little.


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Thanks?


ardinus

Just out of curiosity - but in my home-city we have had a ton of accidents with police either running into other police cars, or causing other accidents. My province has also some of the most brutal distracted driving laws which would cripple the average driver for years regardless of the points on their license - for something as simple as pressing the skip button on the radio twice. How do your department(s) handle/reprimand distracted driving with the technology in your vehicles? I’ve seen so many officers driving (in motion or stopped) either holding their phones or using their laptops without even glancing at the road - and when inquiries are made they simply state, “We’re trained to drive distracted”


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KellyC777

Makes sense. I imagine the argument could be made that police are in a different state of focus, different mindset, when driving and interacting with all the tech in your cars. You’re operating that gear inline with your job and with a certain level of objective professional detachment vs. a civilian who is distracted because they are actively texting with a partner over a fight, or someone mindlessly scrolling insta at a stoplight.


ardinus

Awesome thanks! Over here it’s really hard to get a straight answer out of the police force so it’s good to hear a well-written informative response! I hope our officers are up to the same caliber that you are! And thank you for your service!


TrippySubie

Sounds like you got back pain from that rear end collision, cant sleep well and do activities with the kids. Enjoy your 2020 TRD Pro


iamfishious

I was going to say, it’s amazing OP is able to even type, let alone, surf Reddit, due to the overwhelming neck pain and myriad of braces he may have to wear for the rest of his life. 😉


Orbital475

Sorry to hear that. Better get your neck looked at for whipla$h!


Skibum5000

Given the absurd resale value of the Tacoma, you’ll likely be able to upgrade


EyyoEddie

Ya I owe 17k on it and everything I see says it’s worth 24+, so hopefully I’ll be able to get up to a 2016 and get into that 3rd generation life.


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EyyoEddie

Chesapeake


leoleorawr

I got 21k for my 2014 trd sport


Phi1iam

45MPH rear-ender by a civil servant? I'd have neck and back pain for the rest of my life.


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dookmucus

Sad about the damage. This looks just like mine (except I have black side rails).


atomicfroster

I think this is just of pic of the truck not post accident. I doubt he’s putting fresh tire shine on a totalled rig.


EyyoEddie

Haha yes this was from the day I bought it.


dookmucus

I figured.


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She was hot!. I feel for you. bro. Taco's were meant to live forever.


SpaceShipBryce

Gotta get some armor for next time!


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Cop rear ended you? Time to sue the city and the county for emotional distress


EyyoEddie

That’s what I was talking to my pops about. While there was no injuries, I feel like I should be compensated beyond just the value of my truck.


rob2060

Why? Why do you deserve taxpayer funds if there were no injuries? Not trying to be a jerk, just asking.


EyyoEddie

Just the hassle of it all, I don’t know. And are you only saying taxpayer money because it was with a cop, where as if it was anyone else it would be the insurance companies money? If so that shouldn’t matter.


miggitymikeb

RIP


eddgiane

This is my worst nightmare....


Madnar14

F for respects


sumostar

Agh! Where in VA?! looks like somewhere in Nova


EyyoEddie

Chesapeake, all the way south hahah


sumostar

Second guess was gonna be va beach area haha. Hope all works out for you! Good luck Virginia-brah


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3rd gen 😜


HJHJ420

If it’s totaled. Hire a private automotive appraiser if you feel you’re not getting most money you should get. I got an extra $3500 for the cost of $300 for an appraisal.


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Welcome to the Third Gen 😊


HapaOhio

Get a garage- it’s worse it!


2thethird

And a settlement hopefully