What do you DISLIKE about your Tacoma?

JeffRock · 03-31-2009, 10:01 PM

That stupid console between the back seats.. So i can throw cargo back there when needed..
I plan on taking it out! hopefully there's carpet under there.

suspension......
Had the tsb done, Now the rack sucks.

other than that. I love it!

tacoholic · 03-31-2009, 10:09 PM

From looking at ti, bi-xenons (totally worth it!!!), a sunroof, and automatic climate control. That's all that I would want as a future owner.

Janster · 04-01-2009, 04:16 AM

I love my truck.

I hate the fact that toyota didn't include more *stuff* in it from the factory.

Like...power seats, heated seats, homelink mirror, heated mirrors, computer data info, Navigation, bla bla bla

I would've payed for all of that stuff. I wanted a LOADED tacoma!!

T@co_Pr3runn3r · 04-01-2009, 04:37 AM

Well,

-the possible frame cave in on eng mount brackets scares me a bit

-weak ass tailgate not reassuring

-3 leaf suckorama

-door arm rest cloth nonsense

I have an 05 which is the 1st year of the new style so some bs is to be expected. There is no vehicle out there that is not going to displease in some form or fashion. That is why we mod, to make it what you want it to be. There is less to do here than on other shit & less major stuff. Embrace your resale values.

Who Dat Popcorn · 04-01-2009, 07:18 AM

No standard intermittent windshield wipers
No standard power doors/windows
No standard cruise control

AUDITECH · 04-01-2009, 07:20 AM

needs stronger brakes disc on the rear would be nice

NAAC3TACO · 04-01-2009, 08:06 AM

+1 on the rear disc brakes. I also don't like the 1-2 gear spacing on the five speed. First gear is too low and second gear too high for normal driving. That low first is handy off road though.

sliverworm · 04-01-2009, 08:45 AM

I hate the wind noise , and having payments!

RelentlessTaco · 04-01-2009, 10:53 AM

Well, after reviewing some others' complaints, I'd also like to see:
Bed lighting, hood struts, more durable paint(it chips sooooo easy) rear access cab windows that open, disc rear brakes, shorter shifter throws(installed URD shifter kit) and std color matched grilles on both the TRDs and SR5's, and a HVAC fan that doesnt chirp- gotta get it to the dealer to have it fixed. Annoying as hell on long drives!

Blackened Taco · 04-01-2009, 11:20 AM

Only thing I wish I could change is that my access door windows would open, aside from that, no probs.

mainland_newfie · 04-01-2009, 04:01 PM

I'd like to change the fact that I get an errection every time I look at my truck, some times it happens in bad situations.

venomous_x · 04-01-2009, 04:16 PM

I have an 08 x-runner....so I dislike the transmission, shifter, and garbage clutch.

I would like to have seen rear discs, and a sunroof! Aside from that, my taco is tits!

Robocop · 04-02-2009, 05:05 AM

Hve to agree about the lack of rear disc brakes....still have not figured out why Toyota refuses to upgrade to disc on the rear.

Also do not like the rear seat design on my 09 access cab and the sub enclosure just looks silly in my opinion.

I drove a Nissan for a few years (Frontier) and it seems as if my new Taco is not as solid in the doors and tailgate area. This may actually be a good thing by keeping the weight down however each time I shut my doors it just seems to be very light and not as solid.....yes I know it is my imagination as Tacomas are proven tough but it just "feels" less sturdy in a few areas.

It may be because I have less than 500 miles on my new toy however thus far my single biggest complaint is the dang gas mileage....I swear it seems as if I can actually watch my needle move as I drive. Hope this will improve over time. I do like the looks of the Tacoma and the magnetic gray is what I chose and all in all it was well worth the money to me.

brianr · 04-02-2009, 05:09 AM

-orange interior lights.

Hardcorehehaw · 04-02-2009, 05:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brianr

-orange interior lights.

x2

The biggest thing for me is the lack of space. First, the front seat doesn't let me sit up high enough. When I get in my truck, I feel like I'm laying down with my legs straight out in front of me.
Then, the steering wheel doesn't go up high enough in relation to the dash and my knees are constantly hitting it.
It's hard to get comfortable while I'm driving. I'm only 6'1, I don't know what my problem is.
I feel like the entire cab of the truck needs to be about a foot taller so they can move the seat, dash and steering wheel up more. More leg room, I guess, is what I'm getting at.

Also, even though I usually get 20mpg or so, I feel it should do better. You guys getting 16-18 know what I'm talking about.

JeffRock · 04-02-2009, 05:42 AM

Let me add on to mine... The grill having nice wide spaces for rocks and debris to get at the radiator, the radio text does not scroll...

goofyboy · 04-02-2009, 05:53 AM

dash rattle.

TXtacoTRD · 04-02-2009, 11:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tdm156

Damn buzzing noise on the passenger side thats been fixed twice

Mine's at the dealer right now for this, they tell you what it is? Its been driving me crazy...

hillbillynwv · 04-02-2009, 11:51 AM

...Needs larger stock tires
...better MPG......I'm only getting 14.5 highway.....but I live in hilly WV..

...metallic shit on the dash
...cheap leaf springs, after TSB completed, passenger side is 3/4" higher than driver side
...alarm doesn't chirp during activation
...cheap plastic UFO shaped engine cover on V6
...non-lighted 4-wheel shifter knob
...exhaust tail pipe heat is damaging the clear coat

Other than that minor stuff.....I love it.

mainland_newfie · 04-02-2009, 12:01 PM

blue-ish weights for tires, now I got new rims and you can see these damn things through them

03-31-2009, 10:09 PM	#22
tacoholic 09 but I drive a 012 Expedition... Name: Jeff...I'm pretty sure Joined: Jan 2009, #12480 Location: East Bay, CA Gender: Dude Posts: 4,459 Quite possibly, someday... Double Cab Automatic 4.0L V6	From looking at ti, bi-xenons (totally worth it!!!), a sunroof, and automatic climate control. That's all that I would want as a future owner. __________________ 2010 Ford Fusion Sport FWD...402A only. 2005 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer...loaded. Will always want...2009 Tacoma //TRD Sport Double Cab Short Bed in SWB.

04-01-2009, 04:16 AM	#23
Janster Old Fart Anonymous Joined: Mar 2007, #1138 Location: Lancaster, PA Age: 42 Gender: Female Posts: 6,290 2007 4.0L 4x4 TRD Sport Access Cab A 2007 Access Cab Automatic 4.0L Advantage Torza top (tri-fold), Husky floor mats, RuffTuff seat covers, C2C hood struts, Homelink mirror, USA Spec PA15-Toy (120gig Classic & 8gig nano), Garmin Nuvi 660, Protecta Bed mat, Pop-n-lock, TSB Springs, Scangauge II, Heated drivers seat, Fumoto drain valve, Aries pushbar, PIAA 540 fog lights, Hood scoop grahics, Flowmaster 50 series dual catback exhaust, RainX Latitude windshield wipers	I love my truck. I hate the fact that toyota didn't include more stuff in it from the factory. Like...power seats, heated seats, homelink mirror, heated mirrors, computer data info, Navigation, bla bla bla I would've payed for all of that stuff. I wanted a LOADED tacoma!! __________________ Our Homepage http://www.lieblweb.com/ My truck photo gallery http://www.lieblweb.com/cpg/thumbnails.php?album=16 I know I'm in my own little world, but it's ok, They know me here.

04-01-2009, 08:45 AM	#28
sliverworm Senior Member Joined: Jan 2009, #12992 Location: Austin, Texas Gender: Male Posts: 421 06 PreRunner TRD Offroad 2006 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L	I hate the wind noise , and having payments! __________________ If it it moves, try to race it.If not try to eat it.

04-01-2009, 10:53 AM	#29
RelentlessTaco wheeler Name: The STIG! j/k... Eric Joined: Feb 2008, #4772 Location: Klamath Falls/ Gold Beach, OR Age: 21 Gender: Guy Posts: 4,463 '07 AC 4x4 SR5 V6 6speed 2007 Access Cab Manual 4.0L V6 3"+ lift via OME 885's on OME shocks w/ custom top spacer, Bilstein 5100's in back with TSB leaf springs and 1" block + 1.75" Wheeler's Tundra AAL, Light Racing UCA's, 255/75-17 BFG KMs on 17x9 chrome Raceline Renegade's, custom aluminum diamond plate headache rack w/ bed rails and tailgate reinforcement, custom aluminum winch bumper, Warn XD9000i multi-mount winch, custom rock sliders, 48" Hi-Lift on bed rail, Billet grille, Hella 500FF driving lights on bumper, TRD bed mat, TRD seat covers and All weather mats, Alpine stereo: CDA-9886 HU; 6x9 front and 6-1/2 rear S-type speakers; 10" type-R sub in custom box, XM radio, Scan Gauge 2, Red LED map lights, URD short throw shifter kit, JBA cat back exhaust , polished aluminum K&N CAI, Pop-n-lock, devil horns emblem, TACOMAWORLD sticker, Sockmonkey 'TRD All Terrain' mountain bedside decals, AllPro Offroad rear plate bumper w/wrap arounds, 6000K bixenon HIDs Future mods: 295/70/17 Trail Grappler's, Viair OBA setup or 10lb Powertank, ARB a	Well, after reviewing some others' complaints, I'd also like to see: Bed lighting, hood struts, more durable paint(it chips sooooo easy) rear access cab windows that open, disc rear brakes, shorter shifter throws(installed URD shifter kit) and std color matched grilles on both the TRDs and SR5's, and a HVAC fan that doesnt chirp- gotta get it to the dealer to have it fixed. Annoying as hell on long drives! __________________ How to: Install an Add A Leaf\| My BUILD \|How to understand metric tire sizing

04-01-2009, 11:20 AM	#30
Blackened Taco Senior Member Joined: Nov 2008, #10771 Location: Virginia Gender: Male Posts: 412 2005 AC 4WD TRD Sport Tacoma Speedway Blue 2005 Access Cab Manual 4.0 litre V6 3 inch suspension lift, 16 inch TRD FJ Cruiser black alloys, 285/75/16 Swamper Trxus M/T, Line-Xed Toyota skid plate, TRD exhaust, TRD cold air intake, Full tint to match factory tint, In channel wind deflectors, Custom wired hidden XM, Black rubber shorty antenna, Black background headlights, Sockmonkey TRD decals, Kenwood 5120 HU with navigation, Boston Acoustic SL60 front compnonent speakers, SL65 rear speakers, Grillcraft lower mesh grille, Black badging	Only thing I wish I could change is that my access door windows would open, aside from that, no probs. __________________ 2005 Tacoma AC TRD ATV http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/bui...cos-build.html

03-31-2009, 10:01 PM	#21
JeffRock Senior Member Joined: Mar 2009, #14910 Location: Capital region, NY Age: 35 Gender: Male Posts: 756 09 Tacoma accesscab 4x4 SR5 2.7L Access Cab Manual Toyota all weather floor mats. Mag light that clunks around in the jack compartment. Dog hair. Dog drool on the windows.	That stupid console between the back seats.. So i can throw cargo back there when needed.. I plan on taking it out! hopefully there's carpet under there. suspension...... Had the tsb done, Now the rack sucks. other than that. I love it!

04-01-2009, 04:37 AM	#24
T@co_Pr3runn3r <<<<<<<<<<>>>>>>>>>> Joined: Jan 2009, #12767 Location: LAT 29 76 63.01N LON 95 36 45.10W Gender: Dude Posts: 2,088 05 Prerunner 2.7 5spd 2005 Access Cab Manual 2.7l 4cyl OEM all weather mats, ventguards, clear fogs, tint, tailgate lock, metra aux input for ipod/mp3, 5100s, wet okole seatcovers, aFe dropin, int wipers, oem cruise control..........so far	Well, -the possible frame cave in on eng mount brackets scares me a bit -weak ass tailgate not reassuring -3 leaf suckorama -door arm rest cloth nonsense I have an 05 which is the 1st year of the new style so some bs is to be expected. There is no vehicle out there that is not going to displease in some form or fashion. That is why we mod, to make it what you want it to be. There is less to do here than on other shit & less major stuff. Embrace your resale values.

04-01-2009, 07:18 AM	#25
Who Dat Popcorn Senior Member Name: Ricky Joined: Feb 2008, #4992 Location: Richmond, VA Age: 18 Gender: Male Posts: 227 08 SSM Reg. Cab 2wd Auto 2008 Regular Cab Automatic 2.7 4cyl Jardine Catback, Painted stock wheels gloss black, debadged, tinted tails, bhlm	No standard intermittent windshield wipers No standard power doors/windows No standard cruise control

04-01-2009, 07:20 AM	#26
AUDITECH Carolina Alliance: LAZY DIVISION Joined: Feb 2007, #875 Location: charlotte nc Posts: 847 07 double cab prerunner Automatic 4.0 none	needs stronger brakes disc on the rear would be nice

04-01-2009, 08:06 AM	#27
NAAC3TACO Senior Member Joined: Aug 2008, #8350 Location: Sparks, NV Age: 42 Gender: Male Posts: 1,090 2008 SR5 AC 2.7 4X4 IMPULSE RED 2008 Access Cab Manual 2.7 Ebay fog light kit Rubber bed mat Toyota fog light switch	+1 on the rear disc brakes. I also don't like the 1-2 gear spacing on the five speed. First gear is too low and second gear too high for normal driving. That low first is handy off road though.

04-01-2009, 04:01 PM	#31
mainland_newfie Mainland Newfie Joined: Mar 2009, #15001 Location: ontario, canada Gender: Male Posts: 297 TRD Tacoma 2007 Access Cab Automatic v6 skid plate, side step rails, new rims, hose clamp, 20% tint, G4 Tonneau cover, JVC 7 in double din stereo/dvd	I'd like to change the fact that I get an errection every time I look at my truck, some times it happens in bad situations.

04-01-2009, 04:16 PM	#32
venomous_x Member Joined: Jan 2009, #13081 Location: laplace Gender: Male Posts: 41 08 RR X-runner 2008 X-Runner Manual Cai, sos drop, urd ss, satoshi grill, gaylord speedsturr, boss 335's, altezza tails, ddm hids, nokya 2500k fogs, loads of other goodies :D	I have an 08 x-runner....so I dislike the transmission, shifter, and garbage clutch. I would like to have seen rear discs, and a sunroof! Aside from that, my taco is tits!

04-02-2009, 05:05 AM	#33
Robocop Senior Member Joined: Apr 2009, #15485 Location: Alabama Gender: Male Posts: 117 09 4x4 Access Cab Gray Manual 2009 Access Cab Manual V6	Hve to agree about the lack of rear disc brakes....still have not figured out why Toyota refuses to upgrade to disc on the rear. Also do not like the rear seat design on my 09 access cab and the sub enclosure just looks silly in my opinion. I drove a Nissan for a few years (Frontier) and it seems as if my new Taco is not as solid in the doors and tailgate area. This may actually be a good thing by keeping the weight down however each time I shut my doors it just seems to be very light and not as solid.....yes I know it is my imagination as Tacomas are proven tough but it just "feels" less sturdy in a few areas. It may be because I have less than 500 miles on my new toy however thus far my single biggest complaint is the dang gas mileage....I swear it seems as if I can actually watch my needle move as I drive. Hope this will improve over time. I do like the looks of the Tacoma and the magnetic gray is what I chose and all in all it was well worth the money to me.

04-02-2009, 05:09 AM	#34
brianr barge it Joined: Oct 2008, #10289 Age: 24 Gender: Dude Posts: 8,183 06 Prerunner 2006 Double Cab Automatic 4L totally De-badged, 4leaf TSB (AAL), Terra Grappler 265/70/17's, fog lights on anytime, no a/c in defrost setting, no door beep, bed mat, LED dome & map lights, license plate light LED's, tailgate theft deterent device, TW sticker, no tick rubber washer mod, tint, more stickers. -CLHLM coming soon.	-orange interior lights. __________________ Kennett Brewfest http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/nor...rewfest-8.html

04-02-2009, 05:42 AM	#36
JeffRock Senior Member Joined: Mar 2009, #14910 Location: Capital region, NY Age: 35 Gender: Male Posts: 756 09 Tacoma accesscab 4x4 SR5 2.7L Access Cab Manual Toyota all weather floor mats. Mag light that clunks around in the jack compartment. Dog hair. Dog drool on the windows.	Let me add on to mine... The grill having nice wide spaces for rocks and debris to get at the radiator, the radio text does not scroll...

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04-02-2009, 05:53 AM	#37
goofyboy Senior Member Joined: Sep 2008, #9559 Location: Katy, Tx Posts: 189 09 TRD Sport 2009 Double Cab Automatic	dash rattle.

04-02-2009, 11:51 AM	#39
hillbillynwv THIS CORN SURE IS SPECIAL. Joined: Jun 2008, #7555 Location: Fairmont, WV Gender: Male Posts: 479 08 Tacoma 4x4 TRD V6 SR5 2008 Access Cab Automatic 4.0L V6 Rear Leaf Spring TSB, Front Bilstein 5100's set to 1.75, Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac 265/75/R16 tires, Black WeatherTech Floor Liners, aFe Pro Dry S air filter......	...Needs larger stock tires ...better MPG......I'm only getting 14.5 highway.....but I live in hilly WV.. ...metallic shit on the dash ...cheap leaf springs, after TSB completed, passenger side is 3/4" higher than driver side ...alarm doesn't chirp during activation ...cheap plastic UFO shaped engine cover on V6 ...non-lighted 4-wheel shifter knob ...exhaust tail pipe heat is damaging the clear coat Other than that minor stuff.....I love it.

04-02-2009, 12:01 PM	#40
mainland_newfie Mainland Newfie Joined: Mar 2009, #15001 Location: ontario, canada Gender: Male Posts: 297 TRD Tacoma 2007 Access Cab Automatic v6 skid plate, side step rails, new rims, hose clamp, 20% tint, G4 Tonneau cover, JVC 7 in double din stereo/dvd	blue-ish weights for tires, now I got new rims and you can see these damn things through them