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  1. Freebird

    Remote Start Issue

    Yes, I'm waiting for it to indicate that it is locked before trying to start. Bonifacio may be on to something though. There may be a time delay. This morning, I used the key fob to lock the truck before trying the remote start. After locking it with the key fob, I walked back into the house...
  2. Freebird

    Remote Start Issue

    I'm no expert but am completely computer and phone literate. I've checked the things you have mentioned but am 99.9% sure that it is not a phone or connection issue. I seldom lock my truck. I don't use the remote start every day but on the mornings that I do, I first have to use the APP to...
  3. Freebird

    Remote Start Issue

    Sorry, that was a typo. It should have been a couple of minutes, not miles.
  4. Freebird

    Remote Start Issue

    Yes, it's the Toyota remote start. I alaways keep my apps updated, check for updates every morning. Haven't tried deleting and redownloading it though. May try that later. Not a huge deal, just irritating. I'll ask them about it the next time I take it in for service but I've found in the...
  5. Freebird

    Remote Start Issue

    I have a 2022 TRD Off Road. I have a question about the Toyota App remote start. Mine NEVER works on the first try. It's pretty simple. Truck must be locked. Press and hold the start button. When I do, the icon just spins until it times out, usually at least a couple of miles, and nothing...
  6. Freebird

    Help! 2022 Entertainment System

    I've gone through the voice training but I think I did it with the truck off. I'll try it again.
  7. Freebird

    Help! 2022 Entertainment System

    Yes, I looked at that. It was one notch from being all the way up. I turned it the rest of the way up but doubt it will help a lot. We'll see.
  8. Freebird

    Help! 2022 Entertainment System

    Thanks folks. I'm sure it did the same thing in my '18 then but I rarely connected the bluetooth in it. Glad to find out that it's just the way it is. I like the Apple Car Play but am not crazy about using the phone over they system. I've find that people have a hard time hearing me.
  9. Freebird

    Help! 2022 Entertainment System

    OK...let me see if I can explain this issue. I have a 2022 Tacoma TRD Off Road. It is fully loaded and I love it but have noticed an issue that doesn't seem right to me. It has Apple CarPlay and I like that a lot. I don't always use it though, especially if it's just a quick trip...
  10. Freebird

    4X4 tailgate emblem

    My '18 was a TRD Off Road 4X4 and didn't have the emblem on the tailgate. It had about 18,000 miles on it when I bought it so I thought that maybe somebody had removed it. Then I recently got the 2022 TRD Off Road and it didn't have it either.
  11. Freebird

    4X4 tailgate emblem

    When did Toyota stop putting the 4X4 emblem on the tailgate. Not a big deal but I liked it. I bought an OEM 4X4 emblem for my '18 Off Road and then the black cover over all of them. I now have a '22 model and did the same thing on it.
  12. Freebird

    Ohio

    I'm about 30 minutes SW of Cleveland. Between Oberlin and Wellington.
  13. Freebird

    What would you buy with a $500 Toyota Accessory Credit

    I will do the install myself but will keep those in case I decide that I don't like the rack.
  14. Freebird

    What would you buy with a $500 Toyota Accessory Credit

    Thank for all the replies. I cashed it in today. Got a bed mat and a roof rack. Have read pros and mostly cons about the roof rack but I'll likely seldom use it and I kind of like the way it looks. I can always take it off if I decide I don't like it.
  15. Freebird

    What would you buy with a $500 Toyota Accessory Credit

    Mine came with the LED Headlifghts.
  16. Freebird

    What would you buy with a $500 Toyota Accessory Credit

    Not sure what you mean by water resisting the bed.
  17. Freebird

    Nitrogen Filled Tires

    Do any of you use Nitrogen in your tires. When I picked my new truck up a little over a week ago, nitrogen filled tires was one of the extras they tried to sell me. I refused, like I did for all the extras, but they really tried to sell me on it. In the end, they realized that I wasn't going...
  18. Freebird

    What would you buy with a $500 Toyota Accessory Credit

    Other than looking cool, is the TRD skid plate that much better than there stock TRD Off Road skid plate?
  19. Freebird

    What would you buy with a $500 Toyota Accessory Credit

    Thanks for the suggestions. I have already added a handful of things. It came with the oval tube running boards and I like them fine. I have already installed the bed extender that I removed from my '18 model. I have added the BakFlip MX4 tonneau cover, window vent shades, and mud flaps...
  20. Freebird

    What made you buy your 3rd Gen?

    I had owned trucks of most brands, GM, Dodge, Ford, etc. In 2018, I bought my first Toyota. It was a new, well dealer owners demo, 1784 Edition Tundra. It was a nice truck but I wasn't blown away with it. At the time, I thought I needed the larger truck because we had bought a 26' travel...
  21. Freebird

    What would you buy with a $500 Toyota Accessory Credit

    Was interested in the center console lock box as I do have my CCW permit. It is no longer listed though.
  22. Freebird

    What would you buy with a $500 Toyota Accessory Credit

    Mine came with the door sill protectors. The intake is a possibility. Just looked though, I don't see one for the '22 model. Latest says 2019. Will it work on the '22?
  23. Freebird

    What would you buy with a $500 Toyota Accessory Credit

    So here's the thing. My Toyota dealer gave me a $500.00 accessories credit that I have to use within 30 days for my new '22 Tacoma. My truck came with most everything I wanted and I've already added a couple of things that I wanted to before getting the credit. I've looked through the...
  24. Freebird

    New Truck Arrived

    I would like to add another observation. In order to get the leather seats, I had to go with a package that also included the moonroof. After placing my deposit, I read some of the messages here that said that head room with the moonroof was an issue for some people. I was a little worried...
  25. Freebird

    New Truck Arrived

    I understand. This is the first time I've ever paid MSRP for a vehicle. I actually felt lucky to get it for MSRP. Many dealers were asking $1000.00 to $3,000.00 OVER MSRP.
  26. Freebird

    New Truck Arrived

    Not much at this time. I've already put mud flaps on it. Also a BakFlip MX4 tonneau and the black out emblem covers. That's about it for now. I just noticed over the weekend that they no longer come with a CD player. Didn't use mine very often but will miss it from time to time.
  27. Freebird

    New Truck Arrived

    Sticker was just over 45,500. I bought it for MSRP. I had put a 1,000 deposit on it even before it was incoming but they had a build date. It was $48,000 something after fees and taxes. I paid 27,000 down. Was prepared to pay it all if they hadn't backed off. My credit was certainly no issue.
  28. Freebird

    New Truck Arrived

    Yea, they tried selling me everything in the book. Pain protection, Tire and Wheel protection, extended warranty, something new that pays you if your truck is wrecked and repaired and covers the "diminished value", nitrogen in the tires, a couple more things. Thousands in extras. No thanks...
  29. Freebird

    Amazon , Seat spacers?

    I just bought a new TRD Off Road with leather and power seats. Only the drivers seat is powered if that matters to anybody.
  30. Freebird

    New Truck Arrived

    I'm sure I'll enjoy it. Did NOT enjoy the buying experience though. Sales lady was very nice and it was a pleasant experience. The finance experience was a nightmare as always. First thing was me telling them about a thousand times that I wasn't interested in all the extras they tried...
  31. Freebird

    New Truck Arrived

    My wife and I both just like white vehicles. I've been driving white for many years. She drives a white Camaro convertible and my work vehicle is a white Dodge Caravan.
  32. Freebird

    New Truck Arrived

    Well, I picked up my new 2022 TRD Off Road today. Nobody will know that I got a new truck because on the outside, it looks pretty much exactly like the '18 that I totaled. The difference is that this one has leather heated seats, moonroof, Apple Car Play and a lot more safety features. First...
  33. Freebird

    2022 TRD Off Road Tires

    Congrats. Looking forward to getting mine. They are saying that it should be here by the 15th. Just a couple more days if they are correct.
  34. Freebird

    Regrets

    I understand. After my 18 was totaled, I searched a 300 mile radius trying to find the truck that I wanted. Nobody had it. One dealer had one "in transit" but wanted $2,000.00 over MSRP. I finally found one, locally nonetheless, that wasn't yet in transit but being built already. I managed...
  35. Freebird

    Regrets

    Everybody has their own priorities. I just love having a truck. Now is a good time to sell if you are in the mood though. Used Tacomas are bringing good money. My wife recently totaled my '18 TRD Off Road. Insurance paid me about two thousand less that I could buy an identical 2022 model...
  36. Freebird

    Regrets

    My new 2022 Off Road should be here at any time. Actually they are saying likely the middle of the month. It has been "In Transit" for two or three weeks. I did initially miss the power seats when I bought my 2018 but got over it over time. My new one will have power seats. I did want...
  37. Freebird

    2022 TRD Off Road Tires

    Thanks. Those don't look bad. Will have to do some research on them. If that is what's on it, they should do for now.
  38. Freebird

    2022 TRD Off Road Tires

    My new 2022 TRD Off Road should be here soon. Can anybody tell me what tires I can expect it to have? I had Goodyear Wranglers on my '18 and in spite of them being a bit noisy, I liked them pretty well. I think they were a size bigger than stock. Whatever it comes with, I will likely live...
  39. Freebird

    Regrets

    Well, since starting this thread, I got an opportunity for. a do-over. My wife totaled my 2018 TRD Off Road a couple weeks ago. Nobody was hurt but the truck is done. I searched a 300 mile radius and found few trucks on the lots and none exactly like I wanted. BUT...after stating that my...
  40. Freebird

    Shopping for a new Tacoma

    Well actually, I decided to go with another Off Road rather than the Sport model for a couple of reasons. I was still on the fence about the bed length. I would have taken either one but this one ended up being the short bed like I had before. So basically I'm getting the same truck I had...
  41. Freebird

    Shopping for a new Tacoma

    Well, I had no luck at all finding one on a lot like I wanted. I searched as far out as 300 miles and came up with nothing. I actually found a local dealer who had one ordered but it has not arrived yet. I bought it though. It was supposed to have been built yesterday and they said it should...
  42. Freebird

    Shopping for a new Tacoma

    I figure it was because of the suspension damage and etc. Don't know if the transfer case was busted or not. Wheel was pretty much knocked all the way off.
  43. Freebird

    Shopping for a new Tacoma

    Thanks. I figured they were the same but just wasn't sure. I should have specified that I was asking about the automatic.
  44. Freebird

    Shopping for a new Tacoma

    Well here's the situation. Two days ago, my wife totaled my 2018 TRD Off Road. Thankfully she is OK but I'm now shopping for a new truck. It is going to take a while because around here, there aren't many to be had. I am thinking about going with the TRD Sport this time. I admit that I...
  45. Freebird

    Archived Paid memberships, membership perks, donations -- feedback needed

    Personally, I would just keep it as "supporter" but to be honest, it really doesn't matter to me. The fact is, Facebook has taken it's toll on stand alone forums. This is in spite of the fact that stand alone forums are much better for the end user. If you visit a Facebook site, it is just a...
  46. Freebird

    Regrets

    What regrets, if any, do you have of your purchase of the Tacoma? I have only one. I wish that I had gone with the longer bed on my '18 off road. In hindsight, I would also have possibly been a little happier with the Sport instead of the Off Road but I'm ok with what I have in that regard...
  47. Freebird

    Maximum payload

    I looked and it was not on the stops.
  48. Freebird

    Maximum payload

    I don't recommend it but sometimes you just do what you have to do. Yesterday I drove about a little over an our to pick up some retaining wall blocks that I wife had bought from somebody on Facebook. She thought there were about 56 of them. They weight 22.5 lbs. each so that would have been...
  49. Freebird

    Maximum trailer tow weight?

    Well, I greatly exceeded the towing capacity a good while back. I sold a 27 ft. travel trailer and the lady needed it delivered. I had planned to borrow a truck but it wasn't available when I needed it. So I towed it with the Tacoma. '18 TRD Off Road. Towed it a little over 50 miles to her...
  50. Freebird

    Archived Tacoma3G's 3rd anniversary!

    I don't post much but read often. The fact is, I find this forum an invaluable resource when I run into an issue, am thinking about making a modification, etc. to my Tacoma. I appreciate the time and effort that goes into a site like this. I have a forum of may own relating to a certain...
  51. Freebird

    Toyota News Looks like the fuel pump recall is expanding

    Got my fuel pump done today and also got the wave millimeter sensor recall done at the same time. My tank was full and they told me that they had to take a little gas out. Was still almost full when I got it back. The letter that I got DID recommend that the fuel tank not be full but it...
  52. Freebird

    Question about N2Designs Remote Starter

    Got my answer. It's not needed.
  53. Freebird

    Question about N2Designs Remote Starter

    I want to order a remote starter from N2Designs. I have a 2018 TRD Offroad. When I go to there website I see the starter, the phone add on, and a Mess Key Fob case. It makes me select the option for the case but the only thing not grayed out is "NONE". What is it and if I need it or it is...
  54. Freebird

    Bed Extender Question

    Sorry about the slow response. Here are some pictures of the one that I linked above. I like it much better than the newer ones that are V-Shaped. I've already used it for hauling some longer items but especially like it for when I put groceries or whatever in the back. It keeps things from...
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    Way too much trailer

    OK, thought I would post a couple of pictures just for the heck of it. About 14 months ago, my wife decided that we should start doing some camping. Having recently starting a new business, I knew that finding the time to get away was going to be tough but I agreed anyway. First thing I did...
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  61. Freebird

    Bed Extender Question

    Thanks, I ordered this one off Amazon. Said it wouldn't work on my '18 model but it fit perfectly. Installed it today and am very pleased with it. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AMOYK6O/?tag=tacoma3g-20
  62. Freebird

    Bed Extender Question

    I plan to buy a bed extender for my '18 Double Cab. All the new OEM ones that I see are the V-Shaped ones. I want the more square one. Does anybody have a part number for the square type? Most that I see for the square type or for older models. Will they still work on my '18?
  63. Freebird

    Wanted Tacoma Hood Swap Thread

    I have an. '18 TRD Off Road. I liked the scooped hood but got a good deal on the truck so bought it. I'm thinking about buying a X-Metal hood and having it painted. Has anybody looked at them? They have a couple different grades, I'll probably go with the top grade that is CAPA and...
  64. Freebird

    New member in Ohio

    OK...I said IN OHIO because I was born and raised in Texas and will always be a Texan. Have lived in Ohio for about 22 years though. Some would say that I just "downgraded" to a Toyota Tacoma. My previous truck was as 2018 Toyota Tundra 1794 Edition that I bought new. I bought it primarily...
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