What Have You Done To Your 3rd Gen Today?

IKR?! What is WRONG with some people?!! I just don't get it.

 

I could list off a bunch of things but I need to maintain some sanity.

 

Us

$126 1025R TETON Sports Deer Hunter -35 Degree Sleeping Bags. Warm and Comfortable Camping Sleeping Bag, TETON Tough Canvas Shell for Camping, Hunting, and Cold Weather

1025R owners don't like the term 'mini'. It's a sub compact or SCUT.
BTW, for future reference, when trailering, back the tractor onto the trailer*. Many have learned the hard way that the hood can fly off if a wind gust catches it.
* it's in the owners manual.

 

"Down periscope. Bow planes 10 degrees down bubble." Red definately best for night vision. Ask any mariner.

 

Yup. I was in the Navy for 5 years, most of which was working at night.

 

Glad they took care of you, I've had good experiences with them as well.

 

https://lilbscustomfab.com/

 

she’s a stud you did well

 

OK, Baja Mexico that is correct,

 

I like those lights in the rear bumper, what kind are they?

 

Hello,
I have a friend who is running the 3.5v6 Automatic engine and he is having troubles towing about 5200 lbs. camper trailer with his Tacoma, he has to drive in sport shift and no higher than 4th gear and this is highway driving.
it is a 2019 Tacoma SR5 with the tow package in it,

He said it seems like the vehicle has no power. what advice do you have for him?
he said he is in overdrive all the time and in normal mode the pedal is to the floor, he cant even get the truck up to 65 in 5th gear, He is driving in sport mode in 4th gear to stray with the traffic. rpm range is about 3000 rpm

 

My 22 taco was made in Guanajuato, Mexico

 

Where did she find that, i want one

 

Get the KDMax tune from @PapaRee

 

After sitting on the bench in my garage for months, I finally got around to getting my CBI Covert bumper installed. 2 day project, but I work slowly so most could probably get it done quicker. Install instructions for both the bumper and the SDHQ control box relocation kit were solid. Only extra item was moving the intercooler pump over to make room, which was way easier than I thought it would be. Thankfully I didn’t need to disconnect/alter hoses.

 

I haven't towed with my Taco but I have a fair amount of towing experience. First, I wouldn't hesitate to tow a 5,200-pound trailer with her but there would be a few things to keep in mind.
1. This isn't a torquey engine so it'd be in the higher RPM range (ECT button engaged).
2. I wouldn't exceed 65 with a trailer that's heavier than this truck, nor would I recommend it.
3. My advice would be to slow down and be patient with the setup. Safety first.
4. And keep a safe stopping distance.

 

I don't tow and I have a 4cyl. That being said.

Make sure the trailer in tow doesn't have some sort of brake partially engaged.

ECT is your friend, use it when towing at highway speed.

Don't expect to get into 6th gear especially if your going on any sort of incline.

Make sure your tires are properly inflated for the load you are towing. I'd imagine lugging a 5200 lb trailer might require a few extra lbs of air pressure as opposed to daily driving with no load.

 

Here's where: BFVcaps on Etsy

 

Finished building out the drawer systems. Nothing was the right size, or the right price. Couldn't find anyone local (cabinet shops or otherwise) that wanted the work.

Circular saw, a Kreg Accu Cut Guide, lots of screws, some Raptor liner, turned out nearly perfect. SO MUCH WORK if you have OCD though.

Full post coming in a week or so once I get all this sawdust out of EVERYTHING.

 

Pretty sure the manual says 4th gear for towing. Use S4 with ECT on. Can try S5 but if it continually shifts from 5-4 and 4-5 then keep it in S4. The fastest way to ruin an automatic transmission is to tow in overdrive. Towing on flat roads with cruise over 50 mph then 5 should be ok. Sounds like someone needs to regear the truck. Anything over 4:30 gears would be helpful.