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Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by DeltaPod, Jan 28, 2019.

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  1. Jan 28, 2019 at 12:50 PM
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    Gunshot-6A

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    I have mine in the engine bay for 2+ years now and all is well. But I would def mount a new one on one of the Slee mounts up forward in the bay where it can get some airflow if I did it again.
     
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  2. Jan 28, 2019 at 12:58 PM
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    mynewtoy I like men

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    All the recovery gear you think you need.

    I can and have gotten myself and friends that broke off the trail with A basic tool kit, duct tape, zip ties, hose clamps, and ratchet straps
     
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    mynewtoy, Jan 28, 2019
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  3. Jan 28, 2019 at 2:06 PM
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    Your foot
     
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  4. Jun 5, 2020 at 10:50 AM
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    what mount did you use for the shovel and axe?
     
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  5. Jun 5, 2020 at 5:56 PM
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    Quick fist from Amazon.
     
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  6. Jun 5, 2020 at 7:10 PM
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  7. Jan 15, 2025 at 9:16 AM
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    I agree. Recover gear is so important. I'd also say make sure you have the proper armor underneath your rig. I had a friend nearly destroy his transmission because the truck slipped and landed on a rock at a weird angle. Luckily he had mountain offroad's skid plates underneath. Saved our day and weekend.

    Here is their front skid plate: https://mountainoffroad.com/product...-generation-3-16-steel?variant=20549998837871
    Here is all of their Toyota gear too: https://mountainoffroad.com/collections/toyota

    Oh and ARB Compressor & Mount. You cannot go out on the trail without having readily access to an air compressor. Many times you are using it for yourself, but also for others.
    https://mountainoffroad.com/collections/toyota?gf_623296=77260193903
     
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  8. Jan 15, 2025 at 9:31 AM
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  9. Jan 15, 2025 at 10:56 AM
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    I purchased a 16 in hatchet and folding saw (Silky Gomboy Curve) in case I need to cut some wood on the trail to get free.
     
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  10. Jan 15, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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    Taller, better A/T tires, then maybe invest in a small Bilstein 2" 5100 Lift.

    Don't drive alone, you'll thank me later.
     
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  11. Jan 15, 2025 at 5:17 PM
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    Scrubbed some tires, and knocked a dent out.
    Moot point. Who leaves home without one?!



    I see now that this is a zombie thread. Id just like to say, it wasnt me!
     
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  12. Jan 15, 2025 at 10:11 PM
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    Just get a buddy who already has all the toys and get out on the trails with them.
     
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  13. Jan 15, 2025 at 10:40 PM
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    GMRS radio (with license) if you are going out where you don't get any mobile coverage.

    Extra gas.

    Common sense and don't wheel beyond you and your vehicles limitations also goes a long way.....and those are free!
     
    hoodwinked, Jan 15, 2025
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