Michigan Tacomas

Its been a couple years. How would a stock 3rd gen trd offroad fare on Drummond?

 

Not positive, but you can probably tackle 80-90% of the trails there. Marble Head and the tank traps would be a no-go, but everything else is probably fair game.

 

Heading to silver lake in October, any trails near by other than there?

 

There are a ton in the Manistee National Forest, which is right there. If you go to the Michigan Overland website, there’s a page where you can download all the GPX map files for that area’s trail system. The Michigan DNR website also has a lot of maps and GPX files as well.

 

Can I use those maps on an iPhone or should I get a gps unit like the Magellan TRX7? I’m looking for a way to find new trails to explore. Possibly through national forests.

 

You can use your phone, but you’ll need an app like Gaia GPS or something similar

 

Few pictures from Drummond Island this weekend. This was our second time here, but the first time was in a couple built Jeeps. We had my Tacoma and a stock WK2 (other than tires). Highly recommend it if you’ve never been. Average speed on trail is 2-4mph, so expect a long day out there and be prepared.

 

Anybody have work done by Roam Automotive in the U.P.?

 

Haven’t had work done by them. But I have heard that they are highly regarded. The owner is a great guy that is a big OffRoad/Overland enthusiast too. Been to the shop once just to say hi - nice guys there with lots of modded trucks around.

 

I’m looking at getting some stuff done in the spring by them.

 

You located up there? There’s another good place by Lansing if you’re closer.

 

I’m in Macomb. So they are a bit far. Who do you recommend?

 

Ken’s Kar Kare just north of Lansing does great work. Had them work on my Jeep before, and some welding on my Tacoma. Talk to Ken Farley Jr. He’s extremely helpful. He also is good friends with the JCR/Victory guys and BDS Suspension guys. Knows his stuff.

 

Thanks. Will definitely give them a shot

 

I’m in Berkley too. If you care to DIY and want a hand, shoot me a PM.

 

That’s an awesome offer. I considered doing the lift myself but I’m not sure I could get it done.

 

I'm in Auburn Hills and extend the same offer to help as well. What lift are you going with and/or what else are you looking to get done?

 

Thanks. I was looking at coilovers like kings originally but was concerned how the salt would damage them. I started looking at ome bp-51 because they are aluminum and have been leaning towards that setup. Haven’t completely decided yet though.

I’m doing sliders and a bumper as well when they arrive. Cutting factory bumper might be interesting

 

I know all about that “interesting” feeling...

 

Nice. I am debating whether or not I should have a body shop do it but I like working on stuff myself.