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Discussion in 'New Members' started by bombskiizz, Jun 22, 2017.

  1. Jun 22, 2017 at 7:54 PM
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    bombskiizz

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    This is my first blog or whatever this is.. I just bought my first truck. I didn't know what i was missing. I hate regrets and always like to look forward. I bought a 2wd taco because Ive never had an awd vehicle or a 4x4 and never thought I would need one. Now that I have a truck and took it off-road on some fire roads from apple valley to big bear I kinda have 4x4 envy.
    Still I made it through and had fun doing it. I love my taco. Any 2wd overlanders here? Any advice? Any recommendations on trails in so-cal?
     
    bombskiizz, Jun 22, 2017
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  2. Jun 22, 2017 at 7:59 PM
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    Welcome to TW :wave:

    Here's a link I found for 2WD Trails in SoCal. https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/trails-for-2wd.411173/

    There's a couple things you can do to make 2WD more offroad worthy.

    Airing down your tire pressure to 10-15PSI will increase the surface area of your tires, giving you more traction.

    Adding a selectable locker in the rear will help dramatically. This gives equal power to both of the rear wheels.

    I'm sure other members can provide more advice.
     
    DustStorm4x4, Jun 22, 2017
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  3. Jun 22, 2017 at 8:04 PM
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    Thanks for the thread ...will mos def scope it out.
    I was considering getting a rear locker but I just got ko2s and a tonno cover and am a bit strapped. Gotta save up some cash..plus the truck is brand new and am still a little hesitant on voiding out the warranty.
     
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    how do you post pics?
     
    bombskiizz, Jun 22, 2017
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    Click "upload a file" right next to "post reply"
     
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  7. Jun 22, 2017 at 10:11 PM
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    Welcome to the club!!
     
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    What Tristian said above^!:yes:And welcome to TW!
     
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    Welcome to TW
     
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    Congrats on your new Tacoma and welcome!
     
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    Welcome to TW. Great community!
     
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  13. Jun 27, 2017 at 5:58 PM
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    IMG_4602.jpg Sweet! Figured it out.. thanks for making me feel welcome
     
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