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Why Short Bed on 6-Speed Manual?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by whitehorn, Dec 18, 2009.

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Dec 18, 2009 at 8:30 AM

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I appologize, I did use the search function but couldn't get the answer to my question..

Why do newer Tacoma double cabs with 6-speed manual transmissions have a shorter bed than the automatic double cabs? Thanks..

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Dec 18, 2009 at 8:33 AM

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The automatics come in a double cab short bed too. The 6-speed is just not offered on the double cab long beds. I believe toyota claimed there wasn't enough market or something.

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In canada, the short beds are only available in 6 speeds. Don't know why, but that is the way it is.

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Orly? Silly canadians. Didn't know that.

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