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    This website is the passion-project of a USMC veteran/mechanic, @Tyler. I created Tacoma3G.com to share my knowledge of this subject with others and to provide like-minded folks with a comfortable space to ask questions and create 'build threads' within our Tacoma Forums. Now, if the format of this website is confusing to navigate for you, or if you're interested in my full mission and T3G's history, check out the Help and About pages.

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  1. knightacoma

    (VIDEO) - Icon Add-a-Leaf install/How-To

    I don't remember exactly but if you have a standard set of sockets/wrenches you should be good. The only thing that might be bigger is the lug nuts, depending on what wheels you have on. I know the stock lugs are pretty big. Keep in mind you'll need to use a deep socket or a wrench for nut on...
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    (VIDEO) - Icon Add-a-Leaf install/How-To

    Haha you got it man! It's not a crazy difficult install, just make sure you have all the right tools. Biggest thing is to watch the brake lines so they don't get overextended. Otherwise the hardest part is grinding off the brackets. I've taken the leaf pack apart like 3-4 times now. Make sure...
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    (VIDEO) - Icon Add-a-Leaf install/How-To

    Yes it's backwards. At the time I didn't realize it was even a shim because of how thin it is.. didn't notice one side was thinner. I actually ended up posting a video about it months later: Original link: https://youtu.be/U05C9nlBkpM
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    Archived Rig of the Month, March 2021: Submit your photos here!

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    Fog LED Pods

    Ooooh those look cool. Kinda like the TRD Pro Rigid ones
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    Archived You might be a “T3G O.G.” now...

    Haha I bought my truck July 2019. Missed it by a few months. However this made me go look at my join date, and I just noticed I joined on my 22nd birthday haha
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    Pre-Purchase Question MSRP

    If you plan on modding it out at all (you probably will lol) then go with an Off Road You'll find better deals (at or under MSRP) and will have an easier time finding one most likely The past year has been rough on the market though with short supply, so you likely won't find as good a deal as...
  9. knightacoma

    NEW Competitor - 2022 Nissan Frontier Release

    I really like the look (obviously since it's similar to Tacoma) But my thing is, what is it doing for the mid size market? Doesn't seem to be bringing any unique selling point other than just being the newest mid-size truck lol Competition should breed innovation but there doesn't seem to be...
  10. knightacoma

    Warranty TSB-0092-20 Works Well

    Wow I need to look into this. My truck has exactly what's stated. The cruise control is super aggressive and downshifts at the slightest incline (I live in FL, seriously cmon lol) and every now and then there feels like a dead zone with the throttle where it lulls a bit. Hopefully this TSB...
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    Fog LED Pods

    If you're REALLY looking to ball on a budget: Original link: https://youtu.be/659XbQHoks8
  12. knightacoma

    Group Ride!

    Not too bad! I prefer a smaller group but it was still a good time
  13. knightacoma

    Group Ride!

    Had a great time yesterday on a group ride. Personally I like a bit smaller of a group but it was still a good time haha Original link: https://youtu.be/dqd-agPNC-w
  14. knightacoma

    Screw it. I'm developing my own Instagram style app for people like us.

    Hey man props to you for getting into coding. Let me know if you need any guidance/consulting. I don't do phone apps but I have done a bit of web & back end stuff. I'll also be available for the beta testing haha
  15. knightacoma

    Mountain hatch, why?

    I've seen a couple people make their own for less than $100 in materials. Cool product & would be nice to have, but I wouldn't pay that much for one personally lol
  16. knightacoma

    $300,000 Tacoma!

    Thanks! Yeah I think a lot of people don't realize this isn't for the average consumer lol compared to Earthroamer it's cheap. But I'm very interested to see the interior of the home. Kinda weird to me they'd release the PR without at least some interior renderings
  17. knightacoma

    $300,000 Tacoma!

    I think most would agree haha except for multi-millionaires
  18. knightacoma

    $300,000 Tacoma!

    Just had to share my thoughts on this thing haha super cool but man that price tag is hefty Original link: https://youtu.be/Gr0jLLHYp3M
  19. knightacoma

    Where can I make 80k a year?

    He's self-employed but does contract work occasionally when his commercial real estate business is slow. I think right now they're on something to do with wind farms lol
  20. knightacoma

    Where can I make 80k a year?

    Captaining boats can be very lucrative. Not only cruise ships, but fishing boats, oil rigs, engineering/surveying boats, etc. My step dad gets paid around $300-400/day on short contracts to captain boats and said the next level license could get him $1000/day or more if he wants to captain the...
  21. knightacoma

    Archived Rig of the Month, January 2021: Submit your photos here!

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    How do y'all wash your trucks? Carwash or hand wash? 👀

    Thanks! Yeah for me a hose won't do much to the mud haha need that water pressure
  24. knightacoma

    How do y'all wash your trucks? Carwash or hand wash? 👀

    I do the muddy washing in the backyard haha did it in the driveway once & never again
  25. knightacoma

    Newb here

    Truck looks beefy!
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    T3G Feedback and questions about Tacoma3G.com - How can our community and website be better?

    Piggybacking off this, I wouldn't mind seeing more in the recent activity section. This is what I mostly look for when coming to the forum.
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    T3G Feedback and questions about Tacoma3G.com - How can our community and website be better?

    If T3G was a stock, I'd be overjoyed with those numbers lol Look into TeeSpring. Super easy to set up a shop & get some basic shirts, jackets, hats, etc. However they don't really have other oddball stuff like cups, mugs, keychains. Here's to hoping for a better 2021!
  28. knightacoma

    Instagram has gone to shit and I might be giving up

    I agree with this sentiment. Before my truck page, I almost never used Facebook & would hop on IG once or twice a day to see what my friends on my personal acct were up to. Otherwise, I use Twitter for sports news. I'm not back to using FB & IG heavily as they're good avenues to promote my page...
  29. knightacoma

    What have you done to, or with, your Tacoma today?

    Cancel it and go with eibach! That's insane
  30. knightacoma

    How do y'all wash your trucks? Carwash or hand wash? 👀

    Just like our forefathers 🙌🏼
  31. knightacoma

    Bowman lake this summer

    Cool video! Looks like a good time. I subbed 🤙🏼
  32. knightacoma

    How do y'all wash your trucks? Carwash or hand wash? 👀

    I was waiting for this response hahaha
  33. knightacoma

    How do y'all wash your trucks? Carwash or hand wash? 👀

    I haven't done any paint correction yet. I feel like the MGM hides it really well because of the shimmer of it. Kind of an eye trick, you have to look twice to see the scratch lol
  34. knightacoma

    How do y'all wash your trucks? Carwash or hand wash? 👀

    Lol oh gosh I can only imagine what else those brushes go through Solid process though. I'd love to have the high pressure soap. Would have made this wash a lot easier!
  35. knightacoma

    How do y'all wash your trucks? Carwash or hand wash? 👀

    Haha I think the brush is what people will cringe at 😂 You off road your truck so hard that I understand the quick & dirty wash method lol
  36. knightacoma

    How do y'all wash your trucks? Carwash or hand wash? 👀

    This is my quick wash routine. I typically don't worry too much about the paint as pinstripes are a regular occurrence when off roading, but I do love to see her shine. Original link: https://youtu.be/VW-TibETuyw
  37. knightacoma

    Instagram has gone to shit and I might be giving up

    Dude there have been many instances where I felt the same way, like people don't want to watch the content you are creating. Make the content you want to make. The content I had the most fun making & editing does the worst numbers wise, but I don't care because it makes me happy & it's enjoyable...
  38. knightacoma

    I got a drone!! - Short off road adventure video

    Thanks man!
  39. knightacoma

    Instagram has gone to shit and I might be giving up

    Honestly YouTube has distracted me from Instagram.. I'm following the money at the moment lol But the thing with Instagram, similar to YouTube, is you need to post consistently. That's literally the only way to keep the numbers up. Accounts that are posting daily are catching up/passing me...
  40. knightacoma

    I got a drone!! - Short off road adventure video

    Ended up buying myself a drone for Christmas (wooo!) and was able to sneak away for an hour on Christmas to get some footage. Can't wait to get good with this thing! Original link: https://youtu.be/C7dojqxX7ks
  41. knightacoma

    OEM Audio+ Reference 500

    Final video in my OEM Audio+ upgrade series is live. In this video, I’m giving my thoughts on the full Reference 500 system. I also highlight the differences between their 3 options and which I think is the best. Original link: https://youtu.be/CL90qosulPI
  42. knightacoma

    I thought this build was out of this world. Not related to offroading, just a fantastic heavily modified Toyota machine!

    Reminds me of Ken Block's Hoonicorn
  43. knightacoma

    What have you done to, or with, your Tacoma today?

    Second video in the series testing the OEM Audio+ speakers while bypassing the sub/amp I installed in the first video (to compare directly to stock speakers) Original link: https://youtu.be/62eiDpPWf64
  44. knightacoma

    OEM Audio Plus Speaker Upgrade

    This is my second video on the OEM Audio+ sound upgrade where I test out their speakers, bypassing the sub and amp (System 500) I installed previously. Original link: https://youtu.be/62eiDpPWf64
  45. knightacoma

    Tacoma3G's YouTuber Directory || Have a YouTube? Share it here!

    I've heard this as well.. I think the mavic mini you don't need to register & may escape some of those rules, but the mavic air & others are too big for that. I'll be getting a drone next month so I need to read up on this haha
  46. knightacoma

    OEM Audio Plus System 500

    True that. I'll probably end up getting some noico for the doors if I can get it in time.
  47. knightacoma

    What have you done to, or with, your Tacoma today?

    Video is up: Original link: https://youtu.be/g8WByrrMJXw
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    OEM Audio Plus System 500

    Got the System 500 from OEM Audio Plus installed & reviewed. Definitely a big difference. Next I'm going to install their speakers, bypassing the amp & sub I just installed (to test the speakers alone) And then I'm gonna plug the amp & sub back in to test the full system. Original link...
  49. knightacoma

    First 4x4 ever

    youtube is all about the buzzwords man lol
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    First 4x4 ever

    Here's my video showing how I did the viper cut in case you decide to go that route lol Not as difficult as it seems, but it's definitely as nerve-wracking Original link: https://youtu.be/qLdWPiSBgKc
  51. knightacoma

    What have you done to, or with, your Tacoma today?

    I think they're still working on the JBL system. Hopefully they find the solution for it soon 😅
  52. knightacoma

    What have you done to, or with, your Tacoma today?

    Installed the OEM Audio+ System 500 (sub & amp I’m hovering over) last night. Kinda insane the difference it makes both with bass & loudness/clarity of the stock speakers. I’ll have the video posted next Monday. I'm planning on installing in stages to document the differences between their...
  53. knightacoma

    Viair 300P

    I think they were one of the first to put it on the market. Super solid product. However I see the need for the Midatlantic product as it can be made for much cheaper.
  54. knightacoma

    1K Subscriber Giveaway

    Much appreciated! 🙌
  55. knightacoma

    Viair 300P

    Nice! I have the MORRFlate. I know Mid Atlantic was aiming to be the main competitor price wise. Original link: https://youtu.be/cWhnQJYwH7I
  56. knightacoma

    Viair 300P

    Almost went with the 88 but I figured buy once cry once. I use it for bikes & stuff too so it's nice to finally get something speedy
  57. knightacoma

    1K Subscriber Giveaway

    Thanks man much appreciated!
  58. knightacoma

    First 4x4 ever

    Oops for some reason I read that as 285 lol yeah skinnies should be fine
  59. knightacoma

    1K Subscriber Giveaway

    Thanks man! It's true. I also had a video catch the algorithm & do well like 3 days after monetizing so that's been nice lol but I'm already at 1.2k followers a week or two after hitting 1k I'll eventually get around to posting thread and/or video of my experience getting to 1k & what to...
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    Archived December 2020 Rig of the Month: Submit your photos here! (Sponsored by The Wandering Winterfields)

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    First 4x4 ever

    For sure! I just think 33's on stock height will rub regardless of offset. May not rub under normal driving conditions but it will when flexed. Just my 2 cents.
  63. knightacoma

    First 4x4 ever

    I think that tire size might rub a good amount on a stock height truck. I'm lifted 2" on 275/70R17 and (0 offset wheels) and still had a bit of rub. You'll be a little better off since the 4Runner wheels are positive offset, but I still think it'll rub lol Anyway, welcome to the Taco fam! Enjoy it
  64. knightacoma

    1K Subscriber Giveaway

    Hey guys, I'm running a 1k subscriber giveaway for a set of rear SumoSprings. Figured I'd drop the video in here in case anyone is interested in getting some. Original link: https://youtu.be/IsKFKQpT9HE
  65. knightacoma

    Airing Down 4 Tires at Once - MORRFlate

    I was skeptical about this type of product. I thought (and still kinda do) that it was an outrageous price for what it is. However, it actually did surprise me. Anybody else running one? I've heard people make them for around $50-80 Original link: https://youtu.be/cWhnQJYwH7I
  66. knightacoma

    Viair 300P

    Finally picked up an air compressor.. used to just risk it & not air down on the trail haha Original link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8NKSx9CctKs
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    Archived November 2020 Rig of the Month: Submit your photos here! (Sponsored by Aspire Auto Accessories)

    Curious to see how a half-shot fares in competition 👀
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    Midland MXT275

    Was able to upgrade comms from the MXT105 to the MXT275, courtesy of Midland. Check out my install and let me know what you think 👀 I think this is a much cleaner setup than the MXT105 install I did a few weeks ago. Original link: https://youtu.be/Rn2ugBuPG5I
  70. knightacoma

    Yay or nay? FALKEN ATW3

    Love my Wildpeaks but I've heard mixed reviews. People either love them or can't get them to balance and hate them haha But yeah with 315s you'll likely have rubbing regardless of how much you cut 😂 they'll look badass though!
  71. knightacoma

    Tacoma3G's YouTuber Directory || Have a YouTube? Share it here!

    Subbed. You're getting really solid views man. Your sub count will follow eventually lol my account is the same way. I get more views than I should for my sub count, which I mainly attribute to doing mostly install videos.
  72. knightacoma

    Tacoma3G's YouTuber Directory || Have a YouTube? Share it here!

    I'm honored to be your 10th subscriber. Great video content. Excited to see more of the taco hog getting beat up haha
  73. knightacoma

    How much do you pay for registration?

    I need to go buy a truck in Oregon next time haha When I bought my truck, I didn't realize the dealer I bought mine at was across a county line which added an extra 1% sales tax for a total of 8%. That extra 1% basically added an extra payment (n)
  74. knightacoma

    Toyota Pro Shop Raptor Lights

    Toyota Pro Shop sent out some Raptor Lights so I of course made an install video for them. Enjoy! Thanks for watching. Original link: https://youtu.be/TGIba80VNQw
  75. knightacoma

    How much do you pay for registration?

    I wanna say mine was around $90 in FL for one year Had the option to do 2 years for double that
  76. knightacoma

    Tacoma3G's YouTuber Directory || Have a YouTube? Share it here!

    You have to apply for the Amazon Assoicates program. I think you need at least 1k on an account (I had 2k on Instagram) Once accepted, you can create links with you code in them. When someone clicks on one of your links, you'll get commission for anything they buy within the next 24 hours.
  77. knightacoma

    Tacoma3G's YouTuber Directory || Have a YouTube? Share it here!

    You guys may be in a different Amazon program. I know there's a couple. The one I'm in, I actually have to specify in some capacity that I get a commission from the links. So in all my video descriptions with amazon links I add the hashtag #CommissionsEarned per their guidance.
  78. knightacoma

    Tacoma3G's YouTuber Directory || Have a YouTube? Share it here!

    I know @Jesse Rizo is I'd assume with nearly 25k subs lol I'm sitting at 935 right now so I'd expect to reach 1k by next month. Then I think the application process takes a few months. So hoping to be able to monetize towards the beginning of next year. However, I do get a decent chunk monthly...
  79. knightacoma

    Archived October 2020 Rig of the Month: And the winner is... @TRDOFHOLLAND!

    About time he won. Congrats!
  80. knightacoma

    Tacoma3G's YouTuber Directory || Have a YouTube? Share it here!

    Tyler, feel free to move this stuff to a new thread if you want to keep this one clean with just the channel responses. In my eyes, a new truck is a blank slate with a ton of video potential. You can make a video for some of the smaller mods a lot of bigger accounts overlook or did before they...
  81. knightacoma

    YouTube channels and discussion

    Wow I saw the story & photos of this a few days ago. Crazy. 10 more feet and this guy would have been taken out too.
  82. knightacoma

    Post any photo of your Tacoma!

    I did at some point but I was terrible at keeping up with it. May need to go through and update at some point haha Otherwise, the best ways to follow my build are through YouTube and Instagram
  83. knightacoma

    YouTube channels and discussion

    I'd definitely say that's kind of an anomaly where she probably had a video or two pop off. The guy I know with 300k made about $70k from YouTube in a year when he was around 200-250k. YouTube revenue is super inconsistent though and entirely dependent on if a video hits the algorithm nicely...
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    Post any photo of your Tacoma!

    Well larger tires and more lift would be the more obvious ones. I'm on 275/70R17 (32s) with 2" lift. I believe the Jeep is on 37s or bigger. Also probably upgraded suspension in general. Not many Tacomas can really match a built Jeep like that though since it has a solid front axle and more...
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    Tacoma3G's YouTuber Directory || Have a YouTube? Share it here!

    Channel name: knightacoma Channel URL: knightacoma Topics covered on channel: Tacoma related installs, product reviews/overviews, adventures, occasional mountain biking video Instagram handle (if applicable): @knightacoma
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    Post any photo of your Tacoma!

    I went through just about everything the Jeeps did (other than the holes they got stuck in lol) so pretty well However the Orange Jeep is clearly more built out & therefore more capable than my truck but I think I'd do just as well as the other two. Almost all of the other Toyotas (except for...
  87. knightacoma

    Cleaning Muddy Engine Bay

    Great tips thanks man! I’ve heard conflicting stuff about engine running vs. unplugged completely, but yeah I can definitely see an argument for both ways. Also, I let the truck cool off before applying the degreaser & detail spray so it didn’t leave residue. my logic was that the engine bay...
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    Cleaning Muddy Engine Bay

    Original link: https://youtu.be/Rd9adBHLJ48 Ready for @nickyreno to yell at me for doing it wrong 😂
  89. knightacoma

    YouTube channels and discussion

    dang it haha got me
  90. knightacoma

    YouTube channels and discussion

    I recently started using TubeBuddy. Have seen a slight uptick views on some videos. SEO is definitely better though, which is evident with their tool that shows what rank your video shows up on certain search terms. It helps but the YouTube algorithm is still a mystery haha
  91. knightacoma

    YouTube channels and discussion

    Not sure how I just saw this thread haha Thanks @Tacomadad18 for the shout! My channel is still small (soooo close to 1k subs) but I mainly do install and review videos. Started the channel by making install videos that weren't available when I needed them. Now that my truck is more built out...
  92. knightacoma

    Stolen Lightbar

    Dang man sorry to hear that... super annoying (n) This is why I don't buy expensive lights for my rig. As said above if they want it bad enough, they'll get it. Best you could probably do is beef up the brackets or buy a cheaper light bar so when it's stolen again it won't sting as much.
  93. knightacoma

    Midland MXT105 Radio Install

    Thanks man!
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    Midland MXT105 Radio Install

    That top one is almost exactly what I want lol have a link by any chance? I was gonna get this one but the guy said his supplier stopped making them: https://thetacogarage.com/collections/dmm/products/radio-mic-mount-with-1-ball-adapter
  95. knightacoma

    Midland MXT105 Radio Install

    This video is showing how I setup my Midland MXT105 radio in my Tacoma. Main thing I'll want to change is how I mount the mic. I want to find or possibly 3D print a better solution since the sticky mount has already fallen off a few times now. Original link: https://youtu.be/JLsh2KMhAHM
  96. knightacoma

    Spotify playlists

    My music taste is super diverse (literally almost anything) here are some artists I've been digging lately: Machine Gun Kelly (punk/rock/rap) 6LACK (r&b/rap) nothing, nowhere (emo rap/alternative) PARTYNEXTDOOR (rap/r&b) Bonus: Hish - he's on Spotify and actually I dude I know from my high...
  97. knightacoma

    FloYota Meetup

    Haha yeah it got a lot bigger than expected. Honestly my buddy (@flo_runna_ on IG) killed it landing sponsors and organizing it. I helped co-host to land sponsors and stuff which worked out really well. We did around $3k in giveaways :oops:
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    FloYota Meetup

    A buddy and myself threw together a meetup and it had a pretty great turnout. I think we had over 200 rigs! We also sold T-shirts and raffle tickets with all proceeds going to Meals for Vets, and were able to raise over $1000 to donate. Here's a short video showing off all the awesome trucks...
  99. knightacoma

    Video: Washing the Tacoma

    What pressure washer is that? Ryobi? Could use something smaller like that lol I also subbed (y)
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    How much do you owe on your Tacoma?

    I don't think that paying it off was a bad decision. It can go both ways though. If you get a really good APR (under 2%) then yes, it's most likely better to put that money somewhere where you can gain more on it. However capital gains aren't guaranteed on investments. There is always the...
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