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How capable is the TRD sport off road?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by shortyg83, Jul 30, 2021.

  1. Jul 30, 2021 at 2:19 PM
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    shortyg83

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    So every video I see online offroad is a trd Pro or trd Offroad. Which I get they have crawl control and locking diffs which I understand make them much better.

    But I am curious how many people have done any offroading with the TRD Sport while it is still stock?
     
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  2. Jul 30, 2021 at 2:25 PM
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    FL_TRD Sport

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    The most my sport has seen (and will ever see if I have a choice) is relatively smooth hard packed gravel, dirt, and grass, all when dry. As a stock 4x2 I wouldn't push it any more than that. FWIW it did those without even knowing they were there.
     
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  3. Jul 30, 2021 at 2:25 PM
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    coopcooper

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    Define "off road"

    stock is capable enough for the average joe. Just dont expect to go mud bogging or bouncing off rocks
     
  4. Jul 30, 2021 at 2:26 PM
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    Tacospike

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  5. Jul 30, 2021 at 2:29 PM
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    What he said.
    And, it heavily depends on the skill of the driver.
     
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  6. Jul 30, 2021 at 2:31 PM
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    Yep, plenty capable if you know how to drive... especially on Fridays.
     
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  7. Jul 30, 2021 at 2:32 PM
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    Perfect timing mr OP.

    :popcorn:
     
  8. Jul 30, 2021 at 2:32 PM
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    To be fair, a stock OR isn't really going to be better mud bogging & bouncing off rocks
     
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  9. Jul 30, 2021 at 2:32 PM
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    :rofl::rofl:
    TGIF
     
  10. Jul 30, 2021 at 2:33 PM
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    Stock trd sport is a beast off road. It amazes me every time.
     
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  11. Jul 30, 2021 at 2:33 PM
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    Not really looking for mud boggin or crazy rock climbs. Looking to be able to go on some semi rough trails to get to camping spots.
     
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  12. Jul 30, 2021 at 2:35 PM
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    Then sport will definitely suit your needs.
     
  13. Jul 30, 2021 at 2:36 PM
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    :rofl:


    It is when I drive mine through my neighbors yard :luvya:

    That'll teach them to not let their dog shit in my yard
     
  14. Jul 30, 2021 at 2:38 PM
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    Hahah!

    wait, you go off pavement with open diffs???
     
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    Redline that B in 1rst
     
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    The Sport will do everything any other 4wd Tacoma will do 90% of the time for 98% of the drivers.
     
  17. Jul 30, 2021 at 2:46 PM
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    I've done some pretty sketchy shit where I was sure that I would not make it or get stuck.....Made most of it no problem. Very capable truck.

    Edit: Looking back now I would get the offroad for the locker.
     
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    Just me thinking, but the slightly cheaper sport model is not a bad idea if you wanted to throw on some 5100 Bilsteins for a minor lift. What else is different between the two? both have locking diff? Maybe no crawl in sport?
     
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    Pretty much you can drive a Yugo off-road if you’re not a moron.
     
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