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  1. 10000 Mile Oil Change

    Yea, dont do it -- the 10K change. I'd recommend the 5K change as you indicated.
  2. Ice storm impact

    Old ways, old vehicles were the best. Too many nannies on todays junk.
  3. Bilstein 5100 First Impressions (installed on 2024 Tacoma TRD Off-Road)

    Thanks for the update on the 5100's. I've got the same model, and while I dont hate this suspension, I've had better. I was curious how the 5100's would feel on the truck. Please do update on the front adjustment. My driving is pretty much 99% on road, and also prefer a slight rake to the truck.
  4. Clunk on startup when in 4Hi - 25 Tacoma Sport

    So I'll preface my previous comments that I owned a '96 Tacoma back in the day when they were new, followed by a '98 4Runner. I didn't Offroad the 4Runner, but the Tacoma I did a bit, and I remember it being clunky as well. I didn't think much of it back in the day. Again, and quite honestly I...
  5. Clunk on startup when in 4Hi - 25 Tacoma Sport

    Terry, honestly I feel that the 4by system on this thing is a bit clunky in my opinion. Now I can only compare it to my last vehicle, 2021 Silverado, which had the clutch pack in the transfer case, so obviously throwing that into 4x the clutches absorbed all of the driveline lash and whatnot...
  6. Dirty engine oil, extended manufacturer recommended oil changes worth it?

    After all, oil is cheap as compared to engines! I've 9 oil changes on mine, just sitting @ 26K miles. That's just under 3K. Actually the first 3 or so were basically right on top of one another.
  7. Dirty engine oil, extended manufacturer recommended oil changes worth it?

    Interesting video, worth sharing. Because sharing is caring…..
  8. Heated steering wheel mod

    I wonder if everything is already built into the steering wheel, but only needs the switch installed to activate. I'm in the same boat with my Taco, where is the steering wheel heater control switch installed?
  9. New Rival: RAM DAKOTA name announced for midsize pickup in US / North America

    I had a 2020 Ram Rebel which I enjoyed. I wouldn't say I'm a Mopar/Dodge guy per se, but I did like that truck. They are way, way over priced now. I guess the 5.7 is back, but dont want that e-torque garbage. None the less, Stellantis went insane under that previous CEO, and at this point...
  10. How to break in a new Tacoma? Other tips welcomed :)

    I agree with you in whole heartedly! This has been my understanding for years and what I've always followed. I dont want a weak engine. With that said, I'll usually take my new vehicles into the mountains, and load up on down hill with lower gearing forcing the engine to rev and allow that...
  11. How to break in a new Tacoma? Other tips welcomed :)

    Drive it like you stole it. In all honestly, there's nothing special you need to do, but I wouldn't baby it either. That said, early and often oil changes in an engines life will help flush the garbage out. It's clear, to me, that the manufacturer's are not flushing their blocks as well as I'd...
  12. First time towing a significant load

    That old Camaro looks pretty decent for just over 30 years. Cant beat old cars from the west coast!
  13. Oil change, is it even worth going to the dealer for the “free oil changes to 25k miles”?

    I dont, but I took advantage of both oil changes. Although I've done quite a few myself, electing to just bring it in. I will say I dont get the warm and fuzzies from the dealer where I bought the truck. The only vehicle's that I would return to the dealer was with the BMW's that I owned, and...
  14. Took my TrailHunter to the dealership for the first time today. They broke it.

    My thoughts exactly. Just watched "I do cars" this past Sunday (Youtube) as I always do every Sunday morning while enjoying my coffee. Car brought into dealer for oil change, forgot to add oil then started it up. Guess you can figure out the rest cuz there it is on an engine stand about to be...
  15. 0W-16

    I wouldn't have sweated the 0-16, again per other's comments, it's being used on other Toyotas. My guess is that the dealer probably gets that 0-16 in bulk delivery, and that's probably what they threw into your truck.
  16. More HP: Anyone install a JB4?

    I have mine, brand new. Installed it for like an hour or two - took it out. It's for sale if anyone has interest. It's like 3-5lb's of additional boost depending on map, etc. With the type of driving I do anymore, I just dont need to be racing around.
  17. Toyota Connected - anyone subscribe?

    I let it all expire. Dont even care for the remote start via the app. Not a fan of this subscription nonsense. These features should be baked into the vehicle, not designed to drain your wallet monthly, nickel and dime you to death.
  18. 4WD Binding/locking

    There's one way to answer this... Yup! Dont overthink it. You indicated binding. Yes, that's correct on places like dry pavement, where the tires cannot break free easily. Since you'll be off road, in snow, ice, dirt, etc. that's nothing you need to worry about.
  19. DIY Front & Rear Differential Fluid Change Guide for 2024+ Tacomas

    Thank you I was just puling together the details for mine. I'll be changing @ 30K. Almost there. You have a TRD Off-Road as I do, so I'm guessing we have the same rear end. From what I was gathering there's a couple different rear ends on these things. Since yours is the same it's a moot...
  20. The Motor Oil Geek's recommended engine break-in & oil change frequency + oil analysis on the factory engine oil (2024+Tacoma 4th gen)

    Lake Speed Jr, certainly knows his motor oil. I've watched a bunch of his videos. I enjoy learning things, but to your point, he's painful for me to watch/listen to and usually bypass most of his video's these days.



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