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Show us where the new 3.5L fails for offroad or towing /to the old 4.0L

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Taco16LB, Jul 14, 2019.

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  1. Jul 14, 2019 at 2:28 PM
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    I get it that the 3.5L needs different/ more rpms , but who can show what a 3.5 cannot do what a 4.0 can do .
     
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  2. Jul 14, 2019 at 2:29 PM
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    It’s simply gearing issues, they geared the truck toward fuel economy instead of truck activities.
     
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  3. Jul 14, 2019 at 2:36 PM
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    Sorry ..That's a poor excuse. Economy AND power are possible. Hopefully, Tacoma redesigns the entire drivetrain. Preferably a turbo or two.

    OP get a second gen as a hold over for the redesign in a few years.
     
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  4. Jul 14, 2019 at 2:39 PM
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    Because Ranger already has both power and economy.
     
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    Buy midsize truck, complain, say it should have full-size power.
     
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  6. Jul 14, 2019 at 2:42 PM
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    This is a meaningless question. They both have the same specified tow capacity. The 3rd Gen has more horsepower and is better geared for towing. With more displacement, the 4.0 arguably has an advantage at the low end, but as you say, the 3rd Gen makes up for it in gearing. At the end of the day, Tacoma's are not meant for heavy towing. If one needs to tow buy a Tundra or better yet a domestic 3/4-1 ton.
     
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    now make that last for more than the warranty period.
     
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    Not just asking about towing but also offroad use .
     
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    Here we go again:bananadead::deadhorse:
     
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    I don't know if the 2nd gen engine would be any better but heres something my 3rd sucked ass at.
     
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    Plueeze.......If the TT 2.7 in the F150 is reliable (and it is because if it wasn't, the F150 would lose a ton of goodwill and sales).

    I have no doubt the I4 Turbo which is detuned for the Ranger will be fine for the next owner. ESCs are available at deep discounts for those who are afraid of the reliability issue. The Ranger's engine is capable of 350HP with a tune on the same internals and the 10 speed transmission. Its the same engine in the Mustang at 300HP and RS @350HP

    That said, I only expect any vehicle to last three years as I buy new every three years or so.

    Why does Toyota even sell Extended Service Contracts for Tacoma. Its perfect in every way and uber reliable?
     
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    IBTL. :locked:
     
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    If only these damn threads could stick to the point, but nope we gotta compare sizes with ford and who can massage your ass the best. Oh well:facepalm:
     
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    I'm on 35s with stock gearing and my truck still spins tires in the dirt. 2nd gen ftw. (I know this is not ideal, but I didn't want to regear until I figured out what size tires I really want. Thinking about 37s with 5.29 gears)
     
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    The Tacoma would still be figuring out what gear to use.....
     
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    Yes , But can anyone show any proof ?
     
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    As I've said previously, when the Raptor version of the Ranger comes out, Tacoma sales could be significantly impacted. Especially if the Ranger turns out to be reliable.

    We will know within 2 years...
     
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