My Build - 2014 Cross Country Tacoma

Hey there,

I purchased a 2014 Toyota Tacoma second hand, and I feel I made the right choice!

The purpose of this vehicle is for expeditions and road trips. I live in Nunavut, but I keep this truck in storage down in Ottawa, Canada. I just finished an Ottawa to Halifax and back road trip to feel what the truck needs for it to suit my needs and comfort levels.

I must say the road noise would be my biggest complaint thus far after completing an all pavement assessment of the truck. Although I will be addressing this, with the trucks interior being stripped and sound deadening material installed.

Yet to Purchase, and would like suggestions / opinions or alternatives on the following items;

Icon Stage 7 Alternatives? Experience?
Skid Plates from All Pro
Rear Roof Rack for Canopy w/ Tent
Side & Rear LED Lights
Undercarriage Rock LED Lights
ARB On-board Twin Air Compressor
SPOD Management System Worth It?
Snorkel Manufacturer ?
Dual Battery Setup Batter Types?
Remote Smart Start / Sound Deadening Material

Tires; looking for an excellent in-between On/Off Road Tire..opinions?


Waiting to be installed is;

Allpro Aluminuim Front & Rear Bumpers with Side Skirts.
Warn M8000 Synthetic Rope Winch
Front Runner Slimline Roof Rack w/ 40inch LED Light Bar
Rigid Indust. 20inch HyperSpot LED Light Bar
Cobra 75 ST w/4' FireStik

Looking forward to sharing the adventure. Is there many Truck Meets/Trips in Canada?