What Have You Done To Your 3rd Gen Today?

Now if my dang bumpers would hurry up and get here I'd have something to put all this crap on!!!!

 

I tried to DM you, not sure if it worked.

 

Damn that's a great deal brother! Nice.

 

any rubbing at max?

 

I did get it but can't reply for some reason. Thanks for the info and yeah the price for labor/coverage/piece of mind is great!!
*still jealous haha

 

Finally got tint on front. Legal. Waiting for my Lund 5" oval curve nerf bars to be install next.

 

Nice I also get good mpg have the same model as you but in a different color

 

Mounts on Oem Brackets...

 

Barckets from Where?

 

Is this the same as the one that was quoted earlier?
It has a different label but also says it's a protectnant, and about $10 cheaper than the one that has the old fashion car on it.

$24 303 Products Aerospace Protectant – UV Protection – Repels Dust, Dirt, & Staining – Smooth Matte Finish – Restores Like-New Appearance – 32 Fl. Oz. (30313CSR)

http://www.amazon.com/303-30313-CSR-Aerospace-Protectant-Trigger/dp/B00KN0UOEE

 

Where did you get the bike rack and how did you install it? Looking to get a bike mount setup in mine.

 

Glad I'm not the only one!!! haha

 

Only $8.99

 

None so far

 

Well worth it though.

 

What bumpers did you end up going with? Did you find a good deal on that winch?

 

Mario,

I would have responded sooner, but I was drinking an excessive amount of coffee at Panera Bread and then I replaced my OEM carpeted floor mats with some Husky Liner X-ACT CONTOUR mats. I already had the back mat, just had to wait on the front mats. I've had WeatherTechs in all my vehicles prior so I can't do an honest comparison yet.
Prior to my '16 TRD DCSB I owned a '12 TRD DCSB and a '15 TRD DCSB so I'm not a johnny-come-lately to the Tacoma arena. I'm also not trying, in any way, to start a Gen 2 vs. Gen 3 debate, which is unwinnable...

First some pros about the '16:

• It's a better looking truck than either my '12 or '15, imo. The '12 was Barcelona Red Metallic and the '15 was Blue Ribbon Metallic. My '16 is Quicksand, just fyi.
• It rides quieter than either Gen 2 Taco.
• It came stock with better tires, heated mirrors, and heated seats.
• The grill is easier to remove

Unfortunately that isn't a very long list.

Now the cons:

• The '16 get worse mileage than either Gen 2 I owned. Ever. I also owned them from new.
• The relocation of the emergency brake from the floorboard to the center console, and the resultant reduction in size of the center console was a major step in the WRONG direction, imo.
• The sunroof was part of the package for the truck I wanted and HAD to be taken as part of the package. IMO a sunroof on a truck is as useful as tits on a boar. It should be a separate, optional item at the very least. Again, imo.
• Because of the sunroof, the overhead console area was totally redesigned. And not for the better. Get rid of the sunroof and you get rid of the two sunroof switches. This would allow the traction control off switch and the rear locker switch to be located back to the dash area. Then get rid of crawl control. Crawl control is another item that should be a specific, special-order item only. Once that is done there would once again be room for sunglass holders. A MUCH more useful use of this space.
• The rearview mirror on the dash is once again too low. Unfortunately the Immryo mirror riser bracket, which I had installed in my '15, won't work with the '16.
• The cubby on the left side of the steering wheel is a complete waste. How could Toyota NOT come up with a better use for this area of the dash?…
• The drivers seat is WAY too high and isn't nearly as comfortable as either of my Gen 2 seats were. I'm of average height, right at 5'11", and although my head doesn't hit the roof the hair on the top of my head constantly rubs against the headliner and that drives me insane. To the point I've caught myself driving with my head tilted so my hair won't rub the headliner.
• Even this TRD did not come with HomeLink in the rearview mirror. WHAT THE HECK. THIS IS A NO BRAINER. This should be a standard item.

I don't blame anyone except myself for trading my '15 for this '16. I know as time goes on there will be more aftermarket items made available for the '16, but my dislikes can't be changed by a simple aftermarket part change. IMO Toyota is trying to make the Tacoma more "car-like" in the interior and in driving. I need a truck for truck purposes and this mid-size "truck" isn't really meant for the farm/ranch/country. Again all this is my opinion.
It's also unfortunate that I was preparing to modify my '15 in a manner that would eliminate three of the items in the pro list. I was going to install 4Runner heated mirrors, aftermarket seat heating elements, and install sound deadening throughout the cabin (which would no doubt have provided a quieter ride than the '16).

I hope the '16 grows on me, but if it doesn't I'm well aware of my options. Again, I am not trying to start a Gen2/Gen3, which is better debate. I was just answering your question.

If I had the money, and I was a heck of a lot smarter, I should have kept my 2010 FJC and bought an old, beater pickup for my truck needs. Hindsight is always 20/20...

 

I really get about the same as that IMO, maybe a bit more. It did not start getting decent gas mileage till a few days ago.

 

Respect your opinion on the 16. Looks like a lot of the new "creature comforts" that Toyota put in don't really fit you well. Me, I actually enjoy the new layout, but that's personal preference like you said. I think the sunroof is an awesome addition. Do agree that little cubby doesn't seem very useful.

Really what needs to be compared is the performance and reliability. Have noted that a bunch of people run into issues, but that's pretty standard for a first run of new vehicles. As for the gas mileage, that seems to be hit and miss with people. Some get good, others get as you stated. Might have to do with hills, break in period, heavy foot ect, even the way the transmission is set up. I did hear there is a TSB for a Trans flash. 000179 as posted by another member. Might help your mileage out.

 

http://www.rockymounts.com/bike_racks_driveshaft_sd_s/165.htm

This is the mount that I have. I had to get a '15 front bed rail from the dealerm($35-40). Fits perfect, no modification. My primary mountain bike has a 15mm thru-axle so this is ideal for my bike. The bike in the pic is an old mountain bike that I used that day to ride to work while they kept my truck. It has the old style quick release but the bike mount comes with an adapter so it's an awesome setup.