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Discussion in '4th Gen. Tacomas (2024+)' started by dogfuel, Aug 15, 2025.

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  1. Aug 16, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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    Benny!
     
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  2. Aug 16, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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    Squirt Pepsi > Coke

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    Not sure Mr. Pibbs. The ones I've seen on vehicles tuck away pretty nicely to where they aren't super noticeable.
     
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  3. Aug 16, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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    Squirt Pepsi > Coke

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    :hattip:
     
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  4. Aug 16, 2025 at 4:05 PM
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    Outstanding reference!!!!!
     
    Pibbles99, Aug 16, 2025
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  5. Aug 16, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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    Thanks Ben because whether I’m 5’8” like I am or 6’6’ it’s awful helpful to have something like this. There are many times I use a 5 gallon pail to step onto to help me out ……
     
    Pibbles99, Aug 16, 2025
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  6. Aug 16, 2025 at 4:13 PM
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    I too am on board with that …..
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    My old dog with bad knees could use that…..
     
    Pibbles99, Aug 16, 2025
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  7. Aug 16, 2025 at 4:14 PM
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  8. Aug 16, 2025 at 4:23 PM
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    :fistbump: :101010:
     
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  9. Aug 16, 2025 at 4:28 PM
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    LOL. I'm under 6 ft and late 60s. I can't imagine this as a problem unless a person has an unfortunate matter going on, or is in poor shape.
     
    Bitflogger, Aug 16, 2025
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  10. Aug 16, 2025 at 4:28 PM
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    With 35’s too
     
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  11. Aug 16, 2025 at 4:31 PM
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    I sit on the tailgate and roll in all the time. Less exertion
     
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    But I'll concede that one.
     
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  14. Aug 16, 2025 at 6:06 PM
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    b_r_o, Aug 16, 2025
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  15. Aug 16, 2025 at 6:13 PM
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    As an oft-apologetic provider of sarcasm and criticism around here......

    .... (Forigve me, YES, I am working on my self-awarenes)......

    I would suggest that https://www.tacomaworld.com/members/dogfuel.475806/ DogFuel has been shamed into oblivion by now. Maybe it is time to for us to ease up?

    But, wow, that was one stupefyingly dumb original post.
     
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    You wanna know the definition of first world problems?
    That's when your life is so amazing you have to make shit up to complain about

    - Louis CK
     
    b_r_o, Aug 16, 2025
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    That’s one thing I like about the Silverado and even Colorado, they have steps built into the ends of the bumper.
     
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  18. Aug 16, 2025 at 6:58 PM
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    I don't have a 4th gen, but I do have a 3rd gen. I'd imagine the size is close to the same. I have some negative offset wheels and 265s. I can hop in the bed of my truck with a bit of effort. If I don't feel like making the effort, I utilize the negative offset "poke" and meaty tires as a step ... No accessories necessary. I'm 5'10 and 48 years old .
     
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  19. Aug 16, 2025 at 7:03 PM
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    Sure, all of 3-4 inches below the tailgate. Fine if a low slung truck, but would be a tall step on many Tacomas. Bed step gives better functionality IMHO.
     
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  20. Aug 16, 2025 at 7:15 PM
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    I thought probably so.

    Having actually owned the truck for eight years, while the powertrain has its annoyances it’s not nearly as bad as a few prima donnas and non-owners would like others to believe.

    That said, based on a couple test drives the 4th gen powertrain is a good improvement.
     
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