What Have You Done To Your 3rd Gen Today?

How long does it take to install those?

 

Could you tell me where you purchased those, how long did it take you to install them? was it a PITA? how do they turn on and off?

 

Anyone is different. Depends on the user. Some 1-2 hours some 4+ hours

 

https://mesocustoms.com/collections/toyota-tacoma-3rd-gen/products/puddle-pods

It’s not that bad of an install

 

Not the OP but hopefully can help as I installed mine last night too:

You can purchase them from ME-SO Customs here: https://mesocustoms.com/collections...1&_sid=b5141ab62&_ss=r&variant=21589777154161

They're still apparently in stock which is cool because it's been a while since they've been in stock.

Your mileage may vary but it took me a bit longer than expected at somewhere around 2.5 hours. I don't dig into the innards of my truck often so it was some new territory for me. Instructions on how to install are here: https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0039/2314/8913/files/Meso_Puddle_Pods_-_Install_Guide_1.pdf?720

By default they are in sync with the interior lights as far as auto turning on when you approach the vehicle provided you have that setup in your truck (my truck "wakes up" when the key fob is in range by the door & when I grab the handle for keyless entry). There are options to split to a switch you can install in the dash, I'm not familiar with all those options yet myself.

 

Adding the switch is the way to go

 

Iam very interested on how to add the 12v outlet in the box of my SR5. Could you provide me the instructions and materials on how it is installed?

 

Are those easy to change and can i buy it at any auto parts store?

 

Lol yeah, it’s a flap at the back of the glovebox. And OEM are like $15, but I don’t see why you couldn’t get an offbrand with the same dimensions

 

I wanted to go with the -38 offset and was able to get the Gen5's. I like the wider stance it has now. I was doing a lot of looking around and -38 offset with the 35's looked like it was gonna be a bit of a headache to fit. the current new setup will still most likely rub a little when compressed but the 35's wouldve been rubbing in the parking lot.

also.. I just drove from Florida to North Carolina on the 35 M/T's and averaged 10.8mpg so that hurt haha on my drive home from work last night with the Ridge Grapplers I managed 19.5mpgs (usually about 15.2 with previous setup on same commute)

 

what i hit 1000 miles already and now i am at 1700 should i do an oil change too?
because the dealership has me set up at my first oil change @ 10K miles, should i wait till 10 K or do it at 3000 miles ?

 

I assume you have a new Tacoma and toyota care. The scheduled interval per Toyota is 5k miles or 6 months. Why is the dealer scheduling you for 10k? Something’s amiss with that. Do what Toyota wants you to do, not that dealer. Besides it’s free and you don’t want to mess with your warranty by not following the recommended intervals.

 

Scheduled maintenance is every 6 months or 5k miles. Oil changes are not part of every one. I believe they are done every 10k under normal driving conditions per Toyota's schedule.

 

It’s a brand spank a new Tacoma and I will tell them I want it done at 5000 miles. I don’t wanna take a chance because I’m going to get it changed shortly before I head to South Carolina.

 

Plus it’s brand spanking new

 

Crazy hard install on the Meso Customs door overlays with the topo design by Coopscustoms1221.

https://youtu.be/SLky0q9aGtg

 

I stand corrected. I was looking at the suggestion but 10k is too much, arguable, nevertheless my dealer is doing oil changes at the 5k interval against Toyota care. So it’s a bit odd.

 

Where I live Toyota Care is 2 years or 25,000 miles of service. Essentially, it's two oil changes based on MFG recommendations of 10,000 miles and wheel rotations every 5000 or 6 months. My dealer had no problem with changing my oil at 5,000 miles, but they were clear that after my 2 oil changes only tire rotations would be left for the remainder of the 2 years or 25,000 miles.

Change the oil as often as you want, it won't affect your warranty. I highly recommend using only Toyota approved oils and filters if you or anybody other than Toyota does your oil changes. Keep track of what you use and what inspections you perform in the owners manual.

I know, I know, they can't deny your warranty repair using non approved oil or filter, but why take the chance of denial and have to fight with the dealer (ask me how I know).

 

Well still in the middle of the install, but my Baja Designs 5XL Linkable light bar showed up. Installed that as well as the BD fog lights. Now in the middle of wiring and installing my Switch Pro to get everything functioning. Next up is replacing the stereo (had all that for a couple months as well)…..


Disregard the finger

 

just a heads up that you're gonna want the SP mounted vertically or they won't warranty anything on it.