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  1. D

    Clearance with Hood LEDs?

    honest request; regarding the LEDs mounted at the base of the windshield, will someone please share a couple photos of their hood open (inside and outside photos)? I really want to see clearances. Thank you!
  2. NYC_Taco

    Prinsu flash sale today!!

    Not sure if you all saw this or not? I think I might pull the trigger
  3. Shoey98

    Adding fog lights

    So I want add some fog lights to the truck. Don’t exactly know the best way to go about it. This is the first Taco I have had that didn’t come with fog lights. Is there a retrofit kit or something aftermarket that will work? Thanks in advance for the help
  4. Overlandtaco

    Yellow fog lights.

    Who has them let’s see them and any added benefit to having them?
  5. Tyler

    Hi-Lift bed rail mounting options

    About to finally grab one of these and mount my Hi-Lift jack on it. What is everyone using for mounting/locking on bed rails?
  6. AZ_CAVALRY

    Camping

    Went camping with the new tent this weekend at Edge of the World outside of Flagstaff. I havent been camping since I was a kid, and it was really nice getting back into it. I got up to the mountains and I realized I forgot a few things. Table, chair, bug spray. You know, the essentials. What...
  7. Drake7

    Camper shell?

    Hey everyone! I’m new to the Tacoma world and just bought my new 2018 Tacoma. I bought the truck because I do a lot of hunting and camping and it seemed like the best one for the job. I recently just bought a camper shell to throw on it but now I’m feeling like I should of got a roof rack with...
  8. Overlandtaco

    Fog light mod?

    Is it possible to make it where fog lights stay on while the headlights are on bright as well as low beam?
  9. texplor

    Preferred off road communication radios?

    Lets see your radio rigs. What band do you y'all use HAM, CB, GMRS, FRS, smoke signal, carrier pigeon, morse code, lots of yelling? I just got the MXT115 midland micro mobile GMRS radio yesterday. love how compact it is. so far the range is great for what I do in the Texas hill country. Pics...
  10. Joeybart

    Kbvoodoo bed rack

    Hey guys, I just got the kb voodoo premium bed rack with the tannonu mounts. I had to take off my current cover which was a mx4bakflip becasue it dropped the rail in the bed and the rain is what the rack mounts too. I'm wondering if anyone on here has a rack similar and knows any tannonue...
  11. Tyler

    Anyone have some taillights I can buy?

    Got pulled over, kinda gotta replace them. Ideas?
  12. Manbun525

    Bed Rack vs Roof Rack

    Opinions on which is better? I would like to get both down the road, currently looking at the RCI bed rack and Prinsu roof rack. Open to see what all you guys have, prices, pros/cons etc. Would like a RTT soon too, can a roof rack supports this just as well as the bed rack? Thanks
  13. Taco16

    BAJA DESIGN S2

    Looking for 1 S2 to buy if anyone has 1 they are not using? Will buy a new one soon if no one has any to offer up? THANKS
  14. AZ_CAVALRY

    Bed Racks

    Getting a rooftop tent very soon. I have a tonneau cover, and was looking at the KB Voodoo hi rise bars so I could use my cover with the tent. Do any companies make racks that are higher, but still work with the tonneau cover? Or is KB my only option?
  15. Manbun525

    Post up your tent truck campers!

    Hey guys, Possibly looking to get one of those tent campers for the taco. Looking to see what’s out there, price, pros and cons. I know some u just lay in the bed of the truck, others are bed racks or roof racks etc, lemme see whatcha got. Thanks
  16. TheNotty84

    Bakflip + Bed Liner Setup

    I am getting ready to get a Bakflip MX4 for my 2018 SR5 and was originally going to just get a bed mat; but recently I have been seeing more of the BedRug full bed liner and am considering buying that as well. Does anyone here have this setup? will it work? If you do have it was it a PITA to...
  17. AZ_CAVALRY

    Starter RTT?

    Thinking about getting an RTT, and don't know where to start. It's just me right now, so I wouldn't need anything crazy. I would like to keep it under $1k (if possible) but want one that will hold up in the elements. I talked to a guy at TJM a few months ago at a 4x4 expo, and was impressed with...
  18. Pelfreybilt

    Pelfreybilt Dometic Fridge Summer GB Extravaganza 2018

    Hey guys, I wanted to do a very simple GB for the Dometic fridge/freezers. Link to Website: https://www.dometic.com/en-us/us/products/food-and-beverage/mobile-refrigeration/rv-boat-and-truck-refrigerators The group buy will run until August 15th and will go as follows: Everyone gets 5% off...
  19. YotaCampingPDX

    Raptor Light Install

    I'm about to install some Raptor lights into my Pro Grill and am wondering if anyone has done this recently? I've seen some install videos on youtube but
  20. CementTRD

    Brake controller

    Good evening ladies and gentlemen, I am about to install a brake controller on the rig. The second gens had a lot more room between shins and bottom of dash. I know most are installing them in the completely useless cubby hole (my own opinion) but I feel it would stick out quite a bit due to...
  21. Taco_primo

    12v outlet in bed.

    Ok, so I just ordered my blue sea systems below deck panel with voltage and 12v socket. I will be installing it in my bed so I can run my fridge. There is a 15amp fuse in the panel itself, I am wondering what inline fuse I should run at the battery??? :::EDIT::: Called blue sea systems and...
  22. AZ_CAVALRY

    GoPro Phone Mount?

    Anyone know if they make a phone mount that hooks into the windshield GoPro mount? Or any other inexpensive options to mount the phone near the dash? I don't want to have to glue or drill, I know those may be my only options though.
  23. Bird dog

    RTT Q&A

    What RTT are you rocking and what drove your choice.?
  24. Jay

    Baja Designs Squadron foglight install

    Alright so I know many of you may have seen @Rob Daman and his install video, but I like some others would rather just click through pictures and see what I need to do so here it goes, I installed mine by removing the grill, others will say go through the fender liner but this worked just fine...
  25. 951_yota

    Switch controller electrical question

    Ok to start this off I am absolutely displeased with Caliraised lack of support on their switch controller. They flat out ignore emails regarding any questions on this product and when I spoke to them in person they also seemed to not know anything or didnt want to get involved. I have only...
  26. BlueFalconActual

    Lighting question

    Hey guys. Looking for some advice. I am currently in the market for some extra lumens. I did the Mojave Death Race last month which is a 24 hour, 250 mile run/bike race through the Mojave desert and my truck served as the support vehicle. It did amazing, but it definitely needed some extra...
  27. Haq_79

    Best LED Headlight Bulbs For Tacoma?

    So i ordered some auxbeam led bulbs from amazon but got lost in shipping so now im not sure what to get. What are you guys running for headlights and fogs? They both have F11 bulbs if i am correct. What brand do you recommend?
  28. MgmTaco16

    Spray on bed liners?

    Hello guys, Anyone have experience or know of anyone spraying a bed liner inside the bed? I heard of a company who does it and sands down the bed really good. Possibly a KBVoodoo bed rails over the liner. Who knows?
  29. Jay

    Prinsu cab rack

    Alright as some of you may know already my truck has been sponsored by cbi, prinsu, and Baja designs thus far. I just ordered my cab rack and I would like everyone with theirs and the accessories you have on it. Lights are a must I want to see how you routed it into the cab. Thanks Jay
  30. AZ_CAVALRY

    Lightbar Harness

    Probably should've put this in the "ask a stupid question" thread, but here goes. I have a hidden bumper light bar, and had it hooked up with a push switch from Amazon. It wasn't flush, and my knee shattered it one day. Long story short, I bought a caliraised button that actually fits. My friend...
  31. 0uTkAsT

    Maxtrax or TRED

    Thought I'd start a thread on traction devices. Vote on your favorite and post why below! Feel free to share mounting setups and recovery photos below as well. Share 'em if you got 'em.
  32. Taco_primo

    Tonneau cover with rack MOD

    For those of you that would like to keep your gear dry and out of sight from prying eyes.....well have I got a solution for you. I can’t say for sure what other covers will work, I can only say that the Vanish from Access covers will work. I have a RCI bed rack and I know this will work on...
  33. taco_xpd

    Who is rocking a Bestop soft shell with rack...

    I was thinking of changing my setup to a Bestop soft cap and an exterior rack system. Can anyone share their pics if they are rocking this setup?
  34. Haq_79

    Canopy or Shell Help! Where to find best deal?

    i have a 2018 trd OR 4 door short bed tacoma and i need help choosing a canopy, i want to find the best deal out there and i hope people that own one can guide me in the right direction. I live in the pacific nothwest so if you know any place where they have the best deal let me know please...
  35. Malcolm

    Adjusting projector housings

    Hey everyone! I see a lot of talk about lighting, whether HID, LED, halogen or whatever you like. Lighting is important, it gives us better site at night, as well as helps out Offroad. I will always spout HID’s as there’s really no better comparison but as we upgrade our lighting you have to...
  36. Sota166

    Hardshell brake light cover/overlay

    Hi friends, I'm hoping to cover this brake light with a black vinyl or some type of cover. Obviously it still needs to be functional. Any recommendations? I think it's the Leer 100XL.
  37. D33WAN4

    Anzo headlights

    Has anyone installed anzo headlights yet. If so can we get some pictures of light output vs stock. Is it the same or worst? Thanks
  38. TacoBori

    Bed Rack

    Im on the fence which one to get. Probably looking to get the Prinsu because it seems to be the one with the lowest profile. Any other suggestions? I really just want it so i can mount an awening and possible spare tire.
  39. TacoBori

    Recovery kit

    Wondering whats in your recovery kit? What is always in there and what do you take out depending the situation?
  40. Tacoma.prod

    Hitch Options

    Team — Wanted to know your hitch options / opinions. Are the rear bumpers with integrated hitches worth it? Example Pelfrey’s rear bumper has an integrated hitch behind the license plate. (I guess it’s good bc it improves the ground clearence). Do you stick with stock hitch? Let me know...
  41. cambo139

    Diamondback covers

    Anyone have experience with the Diamondback covers? Looking here some pros and cons from owners before I make my plan to buy.
  42. cambo139

    Switch pannels

    Trying to get some ideas for switch panels. What do you use and why?
  43. cambo139

    What tools do you carry to work on your Truck.

    I am looking into getting into long off road trips, it may be inevitable that something will break on a trip sooner or later. What are some of the must have tools (outside of what was included with the truck) do you carry on your truck to help get you out of a bind in the back country? I usually...
  44. BrotacoTRD

    Lights upgrade?

    Been on some dark places with the rig and I see myself placing my hi beams more than usual (guess I'm getting old), what are you guys running? Likely get a Xenon HID lights and some baja designs but wouldn't want to mess with any wiring...suggestions are welcome?
  45. Malcolm

    Cali raised 3 switch cubby hole panel swap.

    Hey guys, Recently I added some ditch lights, with this came the need to have controllability over these lights so naturally I ordered the Cali raised 3 switch panel that relplaces the driver side cubby compartment next to the steering collum. This was an obvious choice as it’s a no drill no...
  46. Malcolm

    OCD center console organizer

    So for the longest time (since I bought my Tacoma) I had seen the OCD organizer and always thought “well that’s kind of a gimmick”. I saw it on amazon and for the price and the ever rising amount of utilities I keep in my center console for camping I deciddd to pull the trigger and pay into what...
  47. cambo139

    Lights Compatibility

    Trying to work up some ideas for lighting solutions. Are all aftermarket lights that are built for the 16-17 Tacomas compatible with the 2018 model as well? Been looking on manufacture's sites and it has been mixed results.
  48. Malcolm

    Side shooter ditch lights

    Just got my side shooter ditch lights mounted all I’m needing is the wiring harness!! Amazon special as of right now but maybe upgrade In the future!
  49. Sota166

    Topper/Hardshell Reinforcement

    I think I originally put this in the wrong thread... Hello Friends, My topper has been added! I know you either love or hate them but this will be extremely practical for my family and I. The plan is to put a more sturdy rack on top, possibly a Front Runner Outfitters, and then add a RTT. I'm...
  50. AZ_CAVALRY

    Hi-lift Mounts?

    I recently purchased a hi-lift for the truck, and am looking at mounting options for the bed rails. I have a tri-fold tonneau cover, and the jack would need to hang low enough to be able to close that. I saw most people have the mounts from Relentless, but the bare metal ones show on backorder...
  51. Lewisiv13

    LED or HID

    Stay with me I'm not ? crazy. I bought Supernova V.3 led headlights. Very expensive. Washed the truck one day and broke down. Just stalled right out here n the road. Automatic transmission remind you. It happened each time the truck got wet. Anyway, went to the dealership and they couldn't...
  52. Noodski44

    Ditch light install

    With in about a month of buying my rig I decided I wanted ditch lights. I wasn't ready for a light bar yet as when I do buy one it will go into my new CBI T3 bumper. So for the meantime I decided ditch lights are best bet for me and I'll have them for a while. Now I'm all about putting a decent...
  53. Lewisiv13

    Roof Racks

    What's the best roof rack with minimal wind noise, also, what's the most weight y'all have had on the roof?
  54. Tacoma.prod

    Tacos and Teardrops and Trailers...OH MY!!!

    Team -- My family and I are in the market for extending our off-road adventures into camping (not overlanding...yet), but wanted to generate a forum where Taco owners can post their setup with Teardrop trailers or regular trailers (Note: I understand, Tacos are limited to what we can pull). A...
  55. Tacoma.prod

    Storage Options in Tacos

    Hey Team -- Just wanted to get some feedback or recommendations for camping/off-roading with carseats. Yes, I'm the guy who brings their family on outdoor adventures. Yes, I'm the guy with just a stock tacoma building it for practical purposes (for now). No, I'm not the guy who goes on...
  56. Noodski44

    Blacked out stock tail light

    So I wanted blacked out tail lights to get rid of all the chrome on the truck. Not a fan of chrome and I didn't want to buy new aftermarket lights as of yet. I really like the stock light look and wanted to enjoy them for a while since I just bought the truck. But I was struggling to find a...
  57. 951_yota

    Faux Pro Tailamps

    Picked up these tailamps from www.uniquestyleracings.com and think there a great alternative to expensive pro oems.
  58. 951_yota

    Faux Pro Headlights

    Picked up these headlights from www.uniquestyleracings.com and very happy with them. Great alternative to expensive oem pro’s.
  59. Noodski44

    Rock light

    Install of rock lights was rather easy. Cost was only about $50 with the $10 light harness, $20 lights, $20 switch and the miscellaneous $10 in additional wire, connectors and electrical tape. He aware of you install that some the harnesses out there are made in China so the wire colors don't...
  60. gaterose

    Black out mirror turn signal switchback mod

    Recently ordered some turn signals from eBay to see how they opened up. Pretty easy actually, just used a razor knife to cut through the epoxy all the way around the perimeter. I initially used a 4" generic strip that I found on eBay and was very disappointed in the brightness after adding...
  61. N

    Head/fog light

    These are the slimsdepot his conversion kit! This is the 6000k 55w led bulbs These are not only bright but they look amazing
  62. Nursetaco

    Lightning

    Need some help y’all I’m new to the Tacoma world what’s a good light set up that durable and affordable
  63. Rob Daman

    Baja Designs Squadron Sport install in OEM fog location

    This is one of my popular vids. It's not a step by step but highlights the most important areas of install including wiring.
  64. Rob Daman

    Prinsu roof rack install

    Hope it helps Everyone
  65. Rob Daman

    LEDMap lights swap

    1 way to do this
  66. Silent_Taco4x4

    What Traction Boards?

    I am in the market for some traction boards, my first thought was Maxtrax(because that's what almost everyone on IG uses), after a little bit of research found a lot of different options with a lot of different reviews, I want to know what my fellow T3Gers use or would use and why. Here is a...
  67. Skye_tacoma

    Deadman... do or don’t?

    Deadman off-road recovery point. Expensive for the name or do that actually work and are they worth it? I see plenty of people have them but are they like the rotaplex gas cans (expensive for no good reason) or is it a must have while exploring.
  68. TacomaGhost

    halogen bulb upgrade?

    I am looking for an upgrade for my low beams and maybe the fogs. I believe they are both H11 bulb if I am not mostaken. I can't stand the stock yellowish light the low beam gives out. I do not want LED or HID. I want a plug and play bulb (no harness or extra wires) that projects white light to...
  69. Jay

    CB Radio Thread

    Lets see those CB radios I have a Uniden pro 505 paired to a 4' tunable firestik, utilizing the Caliraised antenna mount
  70. Hodakaguy

    TPAM Mount Power Upgrade - More Power and Proper Charging!

    Time for a TPAM mount power upgrade. I absolutely love my TPAM mount but it came with a cheap low power USB charger that won't charge my Garmin Montana and charges my phone very slowly. This is really my only complaint with the TPAM...time to fix it. I'll swap the original unit out with a...
  71. Ron

    3D Printed Goodies

    Thought it would be a good idea for a thread with links to 3D Printed shwag for the Tacos. Here are a couple items I have purchased that have come in handy. Tacoma Phone Mount: Great phone mount. I put a small piece of 3m two sided tape on the angled section to keep the mount from sliding...
  72. Hodakaguy

    3rd Gen Safari Snorkel Intall - A Step by Step How-To Article

    SAFARI SNORKEL INSTALL GUIDE This is a step-by-step guide on installing a Safari Snorkel on a 3rd Gen Tacoma. The installation is pretty straight forward for the most part, if your handy with tools you shouldn't have any issues installing this unit. Tools and supplies needed: *10mm...
  73. AZWM Taco

    Bed Bars/ crossbars / rooftop tents setups, what are you guys running?

    What setups you guys running? Really would like to run a tonneau cover in the future so I’m liking the KB voodoo fab setup for the bed cover
  74. mZiggy

    Exterior lighting

    For off road/aux lighting exterior to the truck, I have a 30" ijdmtoy single row light bar, with 6" amber covers on each side, my stock Rigid Ind. led fogs, and hood/ditch ExtremeLED Stackerz light pods (same design as the KC Hilites Flex pods), mounted on Cali Raised low profile hood ditch...
  75. mZiggy

    Cali Raised molle bed panel

    Hey all, so this thread (hopefully it's in an appropriate spot within this forum) is about my @CaliRaisedLED / @CaliRaisedOffroad molle bed panel. My truck is a DCSB, and I have the passenger side rear panel. I've included photos of how it looks mounted to my bed rail with my bags already on...
  76. Taco_primo

    Switch pro install

    EDIT!!!!! Read a few posts down.
  77. Tyler

    LED taillights?

    I've been thinking about rocking some LED taillights to match the front DRL's. For those of you that have them, what kind are you running? Photos if you've got 'em. Thanks!
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