Modifications

I get the gist of what you are pointing out - and agree but check this out :
Just an example:
Me asking ChatGPT
what is the P/N for 2022 Tacoma TRD Off Road OEM LED headlights
ChatGPT answer
The part number (P/N) for the OEM LED headlights for a 2022 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road is 81170-04290 for the left headlight and 81160-04290 for the right headlight.

It's always a good idea to verify with a Toyota dealer or trusted automotive parts supplier to ensure you have the correct part number for your specific vehicle.

EDIT:
The good is the answer is instantaneous
The bad is ChatGPT is NOT always correct . . . . so there is that

 

True, that.

My answer to "What should I spend money on" is "Well, MY truck could use OEM LED headlights"

 

$500 + tires coming soon?

1" Lift up front with Bilstein 5100's.

Tires? Upsize to a more aggressive A/T tire asap.

 

The “What have you done to your 3rd Gen today?” thread has cost me thousands

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Yes. That thread should be immediately removed and any other thread like it banned forever!

 

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/beginner-mods.837969/

that's what i said...
then i got this instead.

if i'm going to be accused of having a screw loose, i'm going to make sure i loosen all the screws.

 

Save your money…. Get some decent all terrain tires. All that other stuff is pointless if you are still running stock tires. All the other stuff is fun, and great… but your tires are going to be the biggest improvement for grip and actually hitting any trails.

 

Actually he is 100% right
Save up for some duratracs

 

Skid plates are a lock for sure