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  1. jeepnik

    How much weight on your tacoma is too much weight for overlanding?

    Do you seriously think a few feet above the ground will discourage a bear? They regularly rip open vehicles, RV's and fabric tents won't even slow one down. If your wife hordes candy make her sleep somewhere else.
  2. jeepnik

    Transmission fluid mess

    Over filled and puked from dipstick/filler (if you have one). Overheated and one of your seals leaked. Leaky seal on the verge of letting go entirely. You need to get it up on a rack and find the source. If you aren't comfortable with trannys take it to a tranny shop, not the dealer unless...
  3. jeepnik

    Brand new 2023 - cab misaligned to bed

    Seems to be a lot more common, like everyone I've seen on Mexico trucks. Not surprising. Toyota's build quality has been suffering more and more over the last few years.
  4. jeepnik

    How much weight on your tacoma is too much weight for overlanding?

    I just figured it out. I know why I'm so anti roof top tent. As a kid we had bunk beds. I had the top and more than once I rolled out. Must have caused an unnamed phobia.
  5. jeepnik

    How much weight on your tacoma is too much weight for overlanding?

    What I can't figure out is why all these kids are so afraid of sleeping on the ground. Well maybe I do have an idea. Next time you're in the mens room listen to how many fathers tell their kids "don't touch that". I thing germaphobia has taken over two entire generations. The thought of...
  6. jeepnik

    what is gen 3 Tacoma exhaust made out of?

    Try attaching a magnet to it. That will tell you whether it is ferrous metal or not. If it's not, it might be stainless. Which has a higher scrap value than ferrous metal And, do you really think a scrap yard is going to be the best one to give you an honest answer?
  7. jeepnik

    Desk to Glory, Tundra House on Wheels

    Nothing new. In the 80's a couple built a truck and camper and and drove down to the tip of South America. I believe they called their series of article "The Turtly Expeditions". Compared to what they did remember, this was 50 years ago, wandering around Europe and North Africa today pale by...
  8. jeepnik

    Is this the dreaded axle leak?

    As mentioned, check the vent. Also, throughly clean the axel and see if it comes back. It could have come off the road or something you hit.
  9. jeepnik

    First Taco!

    Comsidering the name no one should be surprised that the new Maverick has issues. I once had to decide between a 1972 Gran Torino and a 1972 Maverick. Gran Torino won hands down on looks and performance. Turned out on reliability and longevity as well.
  10. jeepnik

    Engine Pinging

    Ah, but if octane were the whole story. While octane can be related to pre-ignition issues, what's important about an energy source is the amount of energy per volume. In liquid fuels it's measred in BTU's (British Thermal Units). Ethanol is rated at about 76,000 btu's. E85 is rated at...
  11. jeepnik

    Engine Pinging

    Yea, when I was a kid I used to tank blend racing fuel from SoCal Racing Fuels with premium in the mistaken thought it would make my Chevy Nova turn better times at Brotherhood. Funny thing is when I got a degree in chemistry and started making gas for a living I found out I was only deluding...
  12. jeepnik

    Engine Pinging

    Ethanol laced fuels look really good at first. They are insidious and create problems later. Ethanol was another of the govenrnment (read politicians who have no scientific or mechanical knowledge) requirements. It's purpose wasn't the extension of fuel supplies and less expensive fuel (I've...
  13. jeepnik

    Engine Pinging

    Before buying into the "Top Tier" BS, I made gasoline for over twenty years, do yourself a favor and buy some fuel system cleaner and run a bottle of that through. Regardless of the "Tier" of gasoline (they all pretty much meet minimum government standards) when you run it throguh if you don't...
  14. jeepnik

    ALSD in 4wd on Sport

    Any form of electronic traction control is just a feel good device for those that don't understand how a vehicle operates. Take a look at some of the Youtube videos of off road recoveries. Quite often they are 4 wheel drive or all wheel drive with electronc hubs, and traction control...
  15. jeepnik

    Do you need LT Tires or SL (Standard Load)?

    What brand and model?
  16. jeepnik

    Gulf of Mexico - Storm

    Now see, this is the way to announce a "potential" hurricane. Unlike the weather prognosticaotrs and politicians that wailed about the end of the world when a mere tropical storm visited here recently. The dire warnings resulted in panic buying (geesh, three days and it would be over no matter...
  17. jeepnik

    Lithium Batteries

    For a battery that will be charged and discharged (almost completely) frequently Lithium is the way to go. For just starting a good old lead acid battery will work fine for a lot less. Since most batteries last about 5 years you need to ask youself (assuming the litium battery will last 15...
  18. jeepnik

    Battery Replacement Recommendations

    Here's a secret. Pull your battery. Take it to the nearest parts store and tell them you need to replace it and ask what is on sale. The big named parts stores pretty much always have one battery or another on sale. Unless you have added a bunch of power hogging accessories the only real...
  19. jeepnik

    Do you need LT Tires or SL (Standard Load)?

    It really doesn't matter what tire you run, you are going to loose some rubber when traveling in rock Part of what you pay to play. I really can't see taking my Tacoma (2 wheel drive) on anything less than a well graded dirt road. Anything more and the Jeep gets the nod. No vehicle can do it...
  20. jeepnik

    Do you need LT Tires or SL (Standard Load)?

    Probably the heavier the load, the lower the mileage at a lower pressure. But measuring it would be the trick. For what it's worth, Running the C range on my Jeep gave me better deflection at any give pressure. Also, I never noticed any real increase in tire damage from pokey stuff with a C...
  21. jeepnik

    Do you need LT Tires or SL (Standard Load)?

    I don't weigh them every time. Note I weighed the front (actually did it twice before and after I added a Warn 8724). The rear was weighed only three times, dry, and twice with camping gear and such. Once you learn what you usual weights are (the front doesn't usually change unltess you...
  22. jeepnik

    Do you need LT Tires or SL (Standard Load)?

    I noticed he pressurized front and rear tires the same. A very long time ago I found that you need to have a higher inflation pressure in the front tires of most pickup. And, it's important to adjust the pressure not only to the terrain, but the load. In other words, if you load up the rear...
  23. jeepnik

    Software update causing Brake Override light and “limp mode?”

    2019 are constantly connected to Toyota unless you specifically tell them to disconnect it. Even then I suspect they still download data from your vehilce without telling you. With the connection Toyota can push upgrades out unknown to you when ever they want. That's probably what happened...
  24. jeepnik

    Steering wheel vibration

    Loose steering component. Crawl under, you want the weight of the vehicle on the tires. Give all of the connection points a good shake checking for loosness. Then jack the wheels up off the ground (use jack stands we don't want to read your obituary) then give them another good shake...
  25. jeepnik

    Push Button Start?

    Love or hate, learn about disabling the fob between uses. Otherwise it opens a well known door to vehicle theft. Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Wmr1VPU8cw
  26. jeepnik

    Pedal Commander

    Ok, if you say so. I just trust the guy doing my smogs. He has no skin in the game unless they could pull his ticket for passing modified vehicles. And they do perform stings on smog shops here.
  27. jeepnik

    Pedal Commander

    Proof? Well, I've spoken the the fellow that has been smogging my vehicles here in California for the last 15 years. He says it falls under the rules that don't allow modification of anything effecting the emissions system. And the throttle certainly does effect that system. Maybe some...
  28. jeepnik

    Pedal Commander

    I looked into both tunes and pedeal commander. Depending on your state a tune will not pass smog. Unless you have a tuner that will reflash back to factory for testing then flash it again for free it could either not pass smog or get exensive. I decided for Pedal commander. Installation...
  29. jeepnik

    ALSD in 4wd on Sport

    First let's understand what four wheel drive is. We'll start with 2 wheel drive. Most have an open differential. That means that the wheel with the least traction has power and will spin if you loose traction. ALSD identifies the slip and brakes that wheel making the other wheel turn. If...
  30. jeepnik

    Strict Inspections? Tire size tip. Lol.

    So basically you are advocating violating the law and creating an unsafe condition. Should you loose a tire and hit a tree while driving alone in your truck okay. But like drunks you will likely survive while killing innocnet folks.
  31. jeepnik

    I hate the transmission; Need a tune

    Just curious, what happens when it comes time for a smog check?
  32. jeepnik

    I hate the transmission; Need a tune

    Check out Chloe Kuo on youtube. She has a video about Quoc tuning her '19 Tacoma. https://www.youtube.com/@ChloeKuo
  33. jeepnik

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

    What's that line form a few years back, "Haters gotta hate".
  34. jeepnik

    Storage solutions

    I've used backpacks in the past. However, out here unless they can be out of sight they pretty much mean your truck will be broken into. Currently I have a rectangular bag with a single shoulder strap. I'm looking for an idea for securing it out of sight in the cab. I know, not alot of room...
  35. jeepnik

    Remote Start Stops When I Open Door

    It will also stop if you unlock the doors remotely. It's an anti-theft measure. I haven't tested it yet, but I've heard if you try to drive off without the fob it will also shutdownn. Considering how easy it is to steal these trucks any anti-theft measure is appreaciated. As to heat or...
  36. jeepnik

    Storage solutions

    So I started a thread on tools to make life easier. But having the tools means you also need to store them. I have two Swingcases and have handtools and an impact in one, straps and such in the other. I have room left over. The nice thing about these is they keep the bed between the...
  37. jeepnik

    Tips for making things easier

    Because space is limited in the Tacoma compared to my earlier Tundras, I carry this. It's very slow to inflate tires, but it's only used in emergency. For regular airing up on my Jeep I have onboard air (for lockers also). It wil also charge USB stuff.It fits nicely behind the driverside rear...
  38. jeepnik

    Toyota Tacoma 2020 Rattle Noise (Backside)

    Lugnuts, diff oil level, rear brakes is where I'd start.
  39. jeepnik

    Seat Jackers (Knockoff) - Not for Me

    Heard about these on a girls Utube channel. She's short so they worked great. I'm not the OP's height, but still don't find any need for them. Ialso think her seats weren't the electric seats with all the bells and whistles. Mine are and I found "my" spot. Now if I can just get car detail...
  40. jeepnik

    2022 Tacoma - Spark Knock / Pinging

    Good heaven's! Not the "top tier" BS again. "IF" it is pinging that's indicative of timing isues or lower octane fuels. Additives do not address pinging unless you are running an ethanol blend not recommended for your vehicle. By the way, one of TEL's functions was to help with these sorts...
  41. jeepnik

    Tips for making things easier

    The jack I use is an electric scissor type. Simply put it in place and plug it in and up it comes.
  42. jeepnik

    Tips for making things easier

    I posted this on Tacoma Forum, but thought some more ideas might come if I posted it here as well. here are a number of things that one can do to make it easier to operate/maintain your Tacoma. Here are a few. An electric jack, cordless impact for lugnuts, various sockets for the impact to...
  43. jeepnik

    FRONT END movement!!

    Fist thing I'd do is make sure everything is either tight or not worn out.
  44. jeepnik

    Ranger, Ranger, Xterra, Titan, Ranger...........TACO!

    Do yourself a favor and check all of the fasteneres in the front suspension. They tend to loosen up with time. NOt enough to notice, but enough to put additional strain on them and then fail. If the knuckle fails, it usually takes other stuff with it. This isn't a dig at Toyota. All brands...
  45. jeepnik

    Maintenance Any EFFECTIVE ways to prevent RODENT damage or infestation on the Tacoma

    Couldn't resist. Best daned mouser I ever had. Cleaned up after himself usually leaving only a bit of the tail.
  46. jeepnik

    Buzzing/rattling noise

    I'd check the entire exhaust system for a start. One little loose hanger or a spot where it's a bit to close to another part so that when the engine is torqued it touches can do that.
  47. jeepnik

    ChatGPT / AI is absolutely wild

    You do realize that every time you interact with an AI it learns. And unlike humans it doesn't forget or unlearn.
  48. jeepnik

    1 Up Bike Rack

    I've got to second Yakima. From bicycles to kayaks & canoes they've always seemed to have what I need.
  49. jeepnik

    TRD skid plate Hardware

    The bolts went in when you installed the second plate. The bolts came out to do the work. Now the shop can't get them back in? Tell the yahoo to loosen all of the other bolts until they are only in a couple of threads and try again. Or better yet, do it yourself and then if you get them in...
  50. jeepnik

    Tonneau Cover that actually fits?

    Very happy with Peragon. I particularly like how easy it is to remove and replace should that be necessary. Seals very well.
  51. jeepnik

    1 Piece vs 2 Piece

    Well, first the two piece are much more expensive. So unless you skid plate the shaft to protect it from rocks and such go with a cheaper to replace one piece.
  52. jeepnik

    Rigs and Coffee - Thousand Oaks, CA 3/11/23

    Is that close to the BMW motorcycle place?
  53. jeepnik

    HornBlasters

    Interesting. But what does it say that your first reason for installing it is to be "obnoxious"? There are places that being obnoxious can get you shot or at least stomped.
  54. jeepnik

    OEM Part # Parking sensor grommet

    Junk yard
  55. jeepnik

    Watch this if you own an Element fire extinguisher

    I could have add "have the scars to prove it" but that seemed unncecssary.
  56. jeepnik

    Help! Noise coming from engine bay

    Mine has it too for a short while. I believe it's part of the fuel system return that runs to clear things.
  57. jeepnik

    Watch this if you own an Element fire extinguisher

    Don't know anything about engine fires. Oh wait, I used to put them out for a living. Element works if used during the incipient stage, it leaves no appreciable mess. You can extinguish slightly older fire with a dry powder but they leave a heck of a mess. A carbon dioxide works great on...
  58. jeepnik

    Spam, Scam or Troll

    Yep.
  59. jeepnik

    Spam, Scam or Troll

    This is a new one for me. I received a PM stating they had sent it to others, but no others were listed in the conversation. The individual (or possibly computer) wanted me to click a link. These idiots continually come up with new ways to get folks to click links that can compromise their...
  60. jeepnik

    Firearms/EDC

    Went old (ancient?) school today. Yes, I was born in the wrong century.
  61. jeepnik

    Maintenance unusual shake causing uneven tire wear

    It still spins the tire, but a roller is pressed against the tire to simulate driving on the road. It also performs a much more complex set of calculations to insure a better ballance. Larger and heavier tires benefit more than smaller lighter ones. Anytime you lift a vehicle it's bet to road...
  62. jeepnik

    Hot Wheels / Diecast Models

    My eldest just gave me my first matchbox. It is a 2020 Voodoo like my truck. Looks goon on my desk, right next to the 1/8 scale 62 Impala. I had a 62 Biscayne years ago. Got totaled when a drunk hit it while parked.
  63. jeepnik

    How’s everyone holdin' up? T3G's therapeutic mental health and general chat thread.

    I wonder the age of those with "issues". My generation just sucks it up and pushes through. The experts say that's wrong, but I notice a lot more younger folks are offing themselves than they used to. Maybe the touchy feely stuff is wrong.
  64. jeepnik

    Learning transmission and new tires.

    Silly question, but is the ECT turned on?
  65. jeepnik

    Maintenance I did the my dumbest dumb in my 10 years of working on trucks….

    Make notes and stick them in your pocket. Of course then you have to remember where you put the note:rolleyes:
  66. jeepnik

    Maintenance unusual shake causing uneven tire wear

    Rear end could be bearings. Easy to check. The front could be worn ball joints. Have it checked before aligning. Make sure the tires are road balanced. Not every where can do that. Most just static balance.
  67. jeepnik

    Emergency Brake Seized

    Known issue. If it's happened where you live just don't set the parking brake. By the way, vehicle manufacturers quit calling them emergnecy brakes decades ago for liability reasons.
  68. jeepnik

    Millennials Really Want A Fully Electric Toyota Tacoma, Says Survey

    Still want to see someone drive from L.A. to NYC and see how long the recharge times are compared to refueling with gasoline or diesel.
  69. jeepnik

    Tacoma World - what happened to it?

    Just wait until you post an opinion that differs from the net nazis doctrine.
  70. jeepnik

    NFL Who do you represent!? Football Chat!

    So, expressing my opinion of football isn't allowed?
  71. jeepnik

    Help! Zero Cats

    Please post, but include your name and address. Several states offer a reward and I could use a couple of bucks.
  72. jeepnik

    NFL Who do you represent!? Football Chat!

    You mean which of the disrespectful, crybaby, spoiled brats do you worship? I wouldn't give you a penny for the entrie bunch. And don't cherry pick the few that are decent. If they were they wouldn't associate with trash like that.
  73. jeepnik

    Firearms/EDC

    Today.
  74. jeepnik

    How u storing your Tie Downs ?

    Husky tool bag. Keep it in the bed.
  75. jeepnik

    FIRE SUPPRESSION - Every Vehicle Needs Something

    I too carry Element extinguishers. But do yourself a favor and get the E 100 model. The E 50 is good for most stuff, but for an extra 30 bucks I'll carry the E 100. Also, instead of dry powder extinguishers and all that mess, go with a Halon model.
  76. jeepnik

    Nitrogen Filled Tires

    And here folks is a beautiful example of how people get indoctrinated into believing in things like bottled water. My comparison was apparently missed. I'll make it clearer. Both are a waste of money.
  77. jeepnik

    Ham Test

    While I do have a license consider this. If the EOTWAWKI happens anyone with a set can transmit without fear. Who's going to be around to enforce the rules?
  78. jeepnik

    Nitrogen Filled Tires

    Good old air is about 78% nitrogen. Seriously, do you thin 100% nitorgen would make a difference. There was a gimick years ago about using helium in tires. It weighs less than air so it reduced your rolling weight. Or to put it in a more common sense, it's like buying bottled water...
  79. jeepnik

    Ravelco Anti-thief device

    The simplest was is to interupt power to the starter. Now that doesn't mean they can't haul it up on a flatbed but again, that takes time. and many alarms will go off if the vehicle is tilted.
  80. jeepnik

    Ravelco Anti-thief device

    There is no single solution to stopping auto theft, except maybe executing auto thieves. You see no one who has been executed has ever committed another crime. Execution is prety much 100% successful.
  81. jeepnik

    Ravelco Anti-thief device

    So it a hide in plain sight kill switch. I can do a kill switch you won't find in a very long time, especially with the alarm going off, for less than $20.
  82. jeepnik

    Firearms/EDC

    Today.
  83. jeepnik

    Is CO2 worth it?

    BFG recently showed a system that allows you to air up or down while driving. I can't find much info but it looks like the techi crowd will eat it up.
  84. jeepnik

    HELP ! Rear differential 3rd time problem after re-gear

    Most aren't going to like this, but here it is. You take a well engineered vehicle and modify it using aftermarket parts and then act surprised when things don't work out. Accept it, make repirs and move on.
  85. jeepnik

    I have a problem... I can't stop buying sh!t.

    So, long before these things were available commercially we made them ourselves. But ours did all four tires at once, used a radiator drain petcock to vent and were much faster than deflaters. It took less time to connect the four air chucks than one would with defalters, and they come off...
  86. jeepnik

    Is this the best tailgate cover?

    I really hate to break it to you guys but "IT'S A TRUCK". If you haven't scratched the bed or tailgate you aren't using it for it's intended purpose.
  87. jeepnik

    Recall - 20TA02 - Vehicle May Stall During Driving at Higher Speed

    Interesting. My truck flashed a warning and went into limp mode last week. Took it to the dealer, it's still under warranty, and they said they couldn't find anything wrong. It did have an error code to do with the fuel system, but I don't have a list to know what it actually is. Took...
  88. jeepnik

    Locking E-brakes, As mention earlier..

    Well know issue. It is poor design, but Toyota will never admit it as they would have to fix all those trucks out there. They'll also freeze if they get wet and it gets cold. The mechanics advice is really the only way to avoid problems.
  89. jeepnik

    The Necessary Evils Of Off-Road

    So my first, only and still 4x4 is a 40 year old CJ-8. There is a heck of a lot less to break. Those old solid axles are hell for strong and don't break near as often as CV joints The transfer case has nothing electronic in it. The tranny is a good old 904 juice box. The engine is normally...
  90. jeepnik

    Stuck--Attempted to add some air horns...

    Start looking for in-line fuses and or fuseable link wiring. Also, by pass the horn switch. The compressor may have drawn enough amps to damage it.
  91. jeepnik

    Brush Guards

    Hit a deer once in my CJ. Brush guard directed it under the Jeep instead of into the windshield. So, they do work, contrary to what the internet experts will tell you.
  92. jeepnik

    Funny pictures and jokes

    What's wrong with this picture? Nothing if you live in England.
  93. jeepnik

    Crawling up Carizo

    Better keep Matt's number on hand. I've seen more folks stuck that don't air down than I can shake a stick at.
  94. jeepnik

    What did you name your Tacoma?

    Generally refer to it as the truck. I don't name inanimate objects. They don't respond when called or cussed at.
  95. jeepnik

    Crawling up Carizo

    Darn, I thought this was a lead in for Matt's Off Road Recovery.:cool: One question, what was the air pressure in your tires? Well two, what tires?
  96. jeepnik

    Firearms/EDC

    These days.
  97. jeepnik

    Michelin Uptis tires- air less

    They're dodgy about the price. Unless it can compete with conventional tires for longevity and price I don't see it making much inroads into the market
  98. jeepnik

    Tonneau installed today

    Green looks good with that particular window sticker.
  99. jeepnik

    Jumper starter…Do you carry one?

    I have a Dewalt jumpbox that is also a small compressor. Good for bicycles and such and in a pinch you can inflate a tire but it takes a while.
  100. jeepnik

    Firearms/EDC

    Mil-Spec. Means made by the lowest bidder who still wants maximum profit. No wonder my M16 failed at a most inopportune time.
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