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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. Smitty

    Custom Trailer..?

    Am I crazy or did I see someone build a cool custom trailer who offered to build more for us in New England??
  2. Smitty

    Performance Cold Air Intakes, to be, or not to be...

    So I've been debating, more than I should be probably.... Do I want a cold air intake? Is it really worth putting one in a 3rd gen Tacoma? I'm pretty stock rn, stock height, tires, I just ordered a Carven exhaust :) What are pros and cons of getting an intake? Also, if I do pull the trigger...
  3. Smitty

    New Wheels.... soon.....

    So I wanna get these Black Rhino wheels... but, I have no clue how this offset stuff works... Will these Wildpeak tires fit on these wheels? I don't fully understand wheel offsets and all this fancy shit yet https://www.blackrhinowheels.com/black-rhino-aliso https://www.falkentire.com/wildpeak/mt
  4. Smitty

    Help! Trying to buy a TRD Grille

    I'm just trying to buy a new TRD (black) grille, I can't seem to find one for my rig. Don't need the stupid sensors, the ones I have been finding are way over priced or won't let me use my card... Any sites anyone knows of for a grille?
  5. Smitty

    Pre-Purchase Question Left Lower Switch Panel

    So I'm trying to find myself a new switch panel for my 2017 TRD OR Access Cab. I don't need what I circled in the image below, and I want to be able to customize it more. MESO Customs was my first option, however they aren't taking orders apparently for them... Anybody know of a good place I can...
  6. Smitty

    Pre-Purchase Question Air Compressors

    So I know of some people with "under the hood" air compressors in their Tacos... Who has one? Or who knows a good one at a somewhat decent price with mounts and all that good stuff included? I'm getting this so I just really need a compressor and somewhere to mount it to in the engine bay...
  7. Smitty

    Season Decorating

    So I saw a lot of Tacos decorating for Halloween... making them look spooky and ngl, there were some nice builds that were decorated in cool ways. So, that being said, who's gonna decorate their rig for Christmas?? If so, what you gonna do? I need some ideas to steal haha
  8. Smitty

    Help! Lets Talk Tires!

    Yea I know this has been brought up before a few times, but I have a few questions on tires. Right now, I'm running the stock 30's with BFGoodrich tires. I like them don't get me wrong, buuuuuut I think it's time for an upgrade when I get my suspension and lift upgrades. What's the biggest...
  9. Smitty

    New England Overland Rally

    Anybody plan on going to the NEO Rally event next weekend?? I'm going the 1st and doing the offroad course too! :) https://www.neoverlandrally.com/
  10. Smitty

    Pre-Purchase Question What Wheels Does Everyone Run?

    So.. I've been running stock ever since I got the truck.. However, I want to go bigger and better with some nice black wheels but I'm not sure what would look best or be better. Thoughts? What do you guys run now? How do you like the wheels you have?
  11. Smitty

    Top Questions About 3rd Gen Tacoma's

    Feel like I've been answering these questions a bit too much, so I'm making this so myself and other people can show others and same time :) 1. How long does a Tacoma last? Toyota says around 300K miles, or up to roughly 11-12 years. I say that's wrong. I know somebody with a 2016, bought it...
  12. Smitty

    Tutorial Difference Between the TRD and SR Series // 4x4 Emblems Explained

    Questions at Hand: 1. What is the difference between a TRD Tacoma and an SR or SR5? 2. Why do some Tacos have a 4x4 emblem and others don't? 1st Answer: The SR only has 2 cement fabric trims to choose from, while the SR5 has one Cement and one black/red color combination as options. The SR5...
  13. Smitty

    NorEast Yotas Meetup

    For those not in the Noreast Yota's Facebook group, we all plan on scheduling a Tacoma meetup soon sometime in September I believe! I will try to keep everybody updated here in this thread! Not too active on Facebook but I am trying to watch these Taco groups I'm in for meets! Hope to see some...
  14. Smitty

    Help! New Taco

    So I may be moving to New Hampshire sooner than I thought... I really want to move up there owning a 4 door TRD Quicksand. I prefer the TRD Off Road, if it's modded out too that'd be awesome! Does anybody know of anyone willing to possibly take a trade in?
  15. Smitty

    Audio Audio / Speakers / Subs

    Now I have to say, stock speakers in the Tacoma (in my opinion) are pretty good. I have the bass turned up all the way, but some songs make me want subs.. Does anybody have subs and or a speaker setup? If so what would you recommend?
  16. Smitty

    Help! Leveling Blocks

    So I bought these 1" leveling blocks that go in the coil springs, says I just need to jack the truck up to release enough tension and "thread them on" but when I jacked up my truck, in several different ways, I had nowhere near enough room to fit them.. This is what I got: Any suggestions...
  17. Smitty

    Pre-Purchase Question MESO Customs Switch Panel

    So apparently this lower switch panel I want is coming back soon, before I buy it what does everyone think? I'm not 100% sure if I trust it cause MESO Customs is a hit or miss company from what I've bought from them and seeing reviews on other products. This one has 2 reviews both of them are 5...
  18. Smitty

    Pre-Purchase Question CaliRaised Leadlamps

    Sooo I may be dumb, but what's the difference between "Alpha Black" and "Black"? Why is one cheaper?
  19. Smitty

    Lift Kits

    So I've been looking around at some lift kits, specifically on Rough Country, and I'm honestly not sure what I need. This is what I've come across. Thoughts and suggestions anyone? 3 Inch Lift Kit | Toyota Tacoma 2WD/4WD (2005-2022)...
  20. Smitty

    Lightbar Recommendations?

    So for this roof rack attached from Victory 4x4, what lightbar would work best with this rack? https://www.victory4x4.com/product/VT23RK.html
  21. Smitty

    Rear ditch lights

    So I'm trying to find at least mounts that will work for the bed of my truck if I get ditch lights (or pods whatever you wanna call 'em) for rear lighting. Anybody have any ideas?
  22. Smitty

    Zach's Debt Plan

    Just thought I'd jump on the bandwagon with a build thread! I'll have to find some pictures from my phone to post on here from when I first got the truck :) Current Parts List: - Black TOYOTA grille - Caliraised LED lightbar under grille - Front and rear Wheelen blue emergency lights (for...
  23. Smitty

    Lower Switch Panel

    I know I've been waiting for Meso Customs for their panel to be available but I was just browsing around Cali Raised and found it! AND they have color matched ones! :) Center Dash Switch Panel Accent Fits 2016-2022 Toyota Tacoma...
  24. Smitty

    Roof Racks

    So I've been roaming around the internet trying to find a roof rack I'd like for my truck. Thing is, I can't seem to find one I love! I definitely want lights on it cause you can never have enough lighting, and the link below is what I've come across so far. I can't seem to find a rack that fits...
  25. Smitty

    Expanding Us

    This is just a thought, but would it be possible to get like little cards made to leave on other cool Taco's we all see in public we can buy that has this forum website link on it? Something with a small message like: "Hey nice Taco! Check out tacoma3g.com and join us!" Just a little thought...
  26. Smitty

    Help! Ask Before You Buy!

    Heyyo! I thought I'd start a new thread to hopefully help people out before purchasing new stuff for their Taco's and get feedback/reviews from other Taco owners with experience. For example, I'm interested in swapping my fog lights out and buying square ones. Any suggestions on which company...
  27. Smitty

    Pre-Purchase Question Leveling Kit

    So I wanna possibly level my 2017 Tacoma (TRD Off Road), but I don't wanna make it look squated.. Is 2" too high?
  28. Smitty

    Custom Merch

    I had a guy DM me on Instagram before and he made me a pretty cool sweatshirt but now he doesn't wanna make another design for me. Does anybody know of anyone who can make custom hoodies? I'm also interested in possibly getting patches too
  29. Smitty

    Taco Meetup in CT?

    There's all these truck and car shows but nothing for Tacoma's... yet.. I'm trying to change that who wants to start doing Taco meet ups local to CT?
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