Questions From a New Tacoma Owner

Hello all. Last week I purchased my first truck. I overpaid for it a bit (22k) but I knew if I passed it up I would likely never come across this configuration again. When I was looking there were a couple requirements: 4x4 and Crew Cab. I really wanted a M/T but would have taken an A/T for the right truck. I also really wanted the truck to be white. Didn't care about milage much.

I picked up 2007 SW Crew Cab Tacoma with the 6 speed manual transmission. It is 4x4 with 112 thousand miles. Everything I wanted!

In driving it, I realize that the transmission needs a lot of care and time when shifting (I know it's a truck). Coming from a 6 speed in the 07 Civic Si I traded in, I am still acclimating to it. I do have a few questions about the transmission though:

1. What is the ideal RPM to cruise at for the best MPG?
2. We have VERY aggressive speedbumps where I live and there are three of them very close to each other. I press in the clutch to go over the first one (~3mph), when I let off the clutch accelerate to the next speedbump, press in the clutch there is a rumble. I don't really know how to explain it any other way. What could this be?

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Also, can anyone tell me if it looks lifted or not? I know the tires are a bit bigger, they are 32s I believe. Noob question but how could I tell if its lifted or not, what should I be looking for?

 

It looks lifted, 22k wow. I can't answer the other questions. Truck looks very nice. Good luck with your new ride OP.

 

Stick your head under there and look for spacers and shock brand. Change all the fluids and keep her on a schedule.

Try to keep the rpms around 2k for good mph. I don't know about the rumble.

I hope I get 22k after 8 years of service from my sport. Congrats on the new truck.

 

Figured out that it is lifted with a spacer kit and that is likely the cause for the vibration. Sad day. Time to look for something more durable. Thanks Drivesector!

 

I'm pretty sure I just wasn't used to it yet. It's much smoother. Still trying to get used to the truck tranny though lol big change!

 

i recommend the TRD short throw shifter or URD

it is a night an day difference shifting so much smoother an nice an it doesnt take "care"

good looking truck man.