What Have You Done To Your 3rd Gen Today?

I had heard the same thing. There’s definitely more noticeable glare than before, but I don’t think it’s too harsh. I can still see enough of what’s behind me, and perhaps the brighter reverse lights helps to offset the glare a little.

 

I’m familiar with that trick and did a little variation of it! Pushed one of the tabs from underneath with a flathead screwdriver and then push it out a little. Then I could do the same for the other tab and it came out fairly easy. Definitely didn’t end up with busted knuckles, which was the goal!

 

I installed the schosce (idk how to spell) magnetic phone mount. Initially I liked it but I’m not liking how it slips off when driving.

 

Maybe I will shift the front bracket to the back rack. Thanks guys.

 

I bought the

[Upgraded Version]Magnetic Phone Car Mount, 6 Strong Magnets, Universal Phone Car Magnet Holder Compatible with IPhone 13, Samsung, LG, All Smartphone/Mini Tablet, 360°Rotation Stick Car Phone Mount

Apps2Car 6-Magnet. It worked so well, I bought them for 3 of our vehicles. I put the metal pads (on the phone) as low as possible, and use my phone (at times) for taking pictures and videos. I've had no issues with the phone sliding or coming off. After that success, I mounted my Garmin GPS to one of the magnetic mounts, without issue as well.

 

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/license-plate-light-disable-while-in-reverse-dir.707546/

 

Added the Yota LED raptor lights and Taco Vinyl Grille Emblem. Loving these two additions!

 

Wasn’t willing to drop the $$$ for a flat tailgate surface. Picked up a piece of underlayment at HD for $10.97, some double sided tape and black spray paint. Job done under $20.

 

Are you able to rotate your cell phone sideways like this?

 

Modest Mod of the Month award right there!

 

Nice rig! Always been a fan of Army green... needs a lift though!

 

Added the Rav 4 blindspot mirrors.

 

Speaking of a lift, saw an ex-police Ford Police Interceptor (Crown Vic) with a lift and off road tires yesterday. Looked weird.

 

Nice video! Was wondering how the end caps were supposed to attach...
Also, it really helps seeing what all needs to be cut off under the tailgate.

Have you gotten any appropriately sized square caps that will close the off the tubing on either end?

 

Canceled my order after I’ve attempted to contact them at least 4 times, after I actually talked to someone and they said they would ship it a week ago. I understand there are issues in supply chains right now. I accept that, but the company needs to be communicating with me.

 

how does that effect road drivability? i assume the rear end is a lot tighter but any cons to it so far?

 

just about the greatest driveability enhancement you can do on these trucks for all driving conditions on or off road. no cons for use, just the cost of parts and installation. and gets rid of the 'Tacoma rear end jitters'.

 

Installed this little 8in Alpine sub/amp combo. For the price I am super impressed with the sound quality.

$400 - Total Cost
$300 Amp and Sub -

$306 Alpine 8" Amplified Subwoofer (PWE-S8) 120W Compact Powered 8" Car Subwoofer for Under or Behind The Seat

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OYGGMXK?ie=UTF8
$58 Add an amp harness -

$55 Add an Amp Amplifier Adapter Interface to Factory OEM Car Stereo Radio System for Select Toyota Vehicles- Add Subwoofer Bass Amp - No Factory Premium Amp- Vehicles Listed Below

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B087Z1794K?ie=UTF8
$25 wiring kit -

$28 TOPSTRONGGEAR 8 Gauge Amp Kit CCA Car Audio Amplifier Wiring Kit with RCA Cables, 60A Fuse, 20ft Power Cable – 8 AWG Complete Amplifier Subwoofer Installation Kit for Car, Truck, Marine Stereo Systems

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B087BXX9XD?ie=UTF8
$10 beer - https://drizly.com/beer/ale/blonde-ale/dry-dock-brewing-apricot-blonde/p11208
2 hour instal time (more wiring cleanup needed but it was getting dark)

 

Interesting....i may look into this. I remember how much of an improvement lower swaybars were on my WRX. Prob similar but obviously im not driving my taco like my old subaru lol

 

So back to this. i talked with my mechanic in NY. He said do 285/75/16 for the spare. Should be good. its not like ill be driving Cali to NY on it. just would be more comfortable and better than something skinnier.








Also gonna order this to avoid the tail pipe issue

https://www.extremeterrain.com/mbrp-xp-series-single-exhaust-system-turn-down-1619-35l-tacoma.html