This Is the COOLEST Toyota Tacoma You'll Ever See! Less is More

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  • This has to the Coolest Toyota Tacoma I've Ever seen and i wanted to share it's story with you.
    This 2020 Toyota Tacoma that came in the shop for a clutch replacement and a few other items have litelry been around the world!
    And this Tacoma carries a message. Less is more. I very often at the shop see a lot of trucks that are heavily modified for off roading and Over landing yet they've never been. This is a purpose built truck for extreme over landing yet it's not heavily modified and very purposely modified for a specific tank and it's done very well.
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  • @PLavee01
    @PLavee01 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +369

    I am the owner of this truck. Thank you AMD for a great video, and for making the car look better than it is in person (that Griott Garage spray!). For the watchers, a few additions:
    - The primary water tank is a Front Runner 10 gal footwell trunk. It sits on the floor behind the front seats, with quick-connect hoses under the car into the rear compartment to a water pump, and a sub-micron carbon block water filter.
    - The shower system, is using pressurized water, heated by the plate heat exchanger (in the bumper). Heated water passes through an adjustable thermostatic valve (on the fuse box), to prevent scalding, and more important, to not waste water while you adjust the heat. The whole system can be returned to stock by disconnecting the 2 hoses from the clamps and reconnecting the original plastic elbow (which I carry with me), in case of heat exchanger leaking.
    - The fans on the canopy is, as most other commenters said, to create positive air pressure and eliminate dust sucking via the tail-gate.
    - The controller on the left of the steering wheel (the Android looking phone) is an ARB Linx, controlling my relays and functions (blower, water pump, front air locker, compressor, aux lights)
    - The ARB fridge, when installed, sites on the rear-right, on an Alu-Cab tilting slider.
    For those wandering how a clutch got fried in only 41K miles - most wear was from backing uphill. The Tacoma reverse gear ratio is closer to 2nd than 1st gear - way high.

    • @lupeflores1930
      @lupeflores1930 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

      Where did you get the 32 gallon fuel tank? here in the US? Was it difficult to install? I've been wanted something like that to fit under my 6 ft bed. Really enjoyed seeing what you did to your taco! I bet it's been fun traveling to those far away places. The stories you must have!

    • @blabla9845
      @blabla9845 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Great truck! Can you please tell us where you got the 35 gallon gas tank?

    • @henryh.489
      @henryh.489 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      I also have a Tacoma with 6MT, reverse is really high. I suppose I might try to use 4LO for repeated reverse uphill. I have seen there is a 2LO mod for the Tacoma that is a little janky but could be really helpful in those kinds of scenarios.

    • @vg3430
      @vg3430 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@lupeflores1930Google is your friend…just type in “Tacoma 32 gallon fuel tank”…easy peasy

    • @Notadrianmonroy
      @Notadrianmonroy 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Pardon my ignorance, but why does he say at @12:50 that a manual transmission is better for overlanding? Wouldn’t an automatic transmission be more reliable?

  • @henryh.489
    @henryh.489 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +103

    The filter on the cap is not for the refrigerator, it is a positive air pressure system designed to keep dust out of the bed. If you suck relatively clean air in and filter it to keep it clean, you can pressurize the cap so that it’s basically always “blowing” dust out.

    • @thechuckster6838
      @thechuckster6838 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks for clarifying. I didn't know what that was for.

    • @RefrigeratedTP
      @RefrigeratedTP 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      it's pretty funny because I don't know anything about offroading, but my knowledge in other areas immediately told me the filter was there to filter the air in the bed. Positive pressure is a big thing in keeping dust out of my --PC-- truck bed

    • @henryh.489
      @henryh.489 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      @@RefrigeratedTP haha I was actually going to mention that it is a very similar concept to putting more intake than exhaust fans on a PC but I wasn’t sure there would be enough demographic crossover on a car care nut video lol

    • @read1kings18
      @read1kings18 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Ventilation of the cab from the extreme temperature variations and maintaining a positive air pressure inside of the cab is a great idea. Like AMD said the refrigerator, as well as other important equipment is stored in the cab.

    • @stevezodiac575
      @stevezodiac575 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      G'day from Western Australia. We have quite a few unsealed (and corrugated) roads here - with a LOT of red dust! So many off road caravans and campers also use positive air pressure to keep the dust out and the inside clean (mostly). While often an electric fan is used, others use a (home made with plumbing PVC even) raised forward facing air intake with baffles and a filter to maintain positive pressure.

  • @jerryq1000
    @jerryq1000 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +35

    The add ons to the truck say a lot about the owner, and the shop that installed them. A customer from Florida who comes to you for a clutch and flywheel replacement, says a lot about YOU! Very nice.. I'd love to have his budget!!

    • @vipvip-tf9rw
      @vipvip-tf9rw 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      He can transport his truck to other county, that's a peak flex

  • @henrymorgan3982
    @henrymorgan3982 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +32

    What you have there is an off roader that knows how to drive and has clear ideas of what is really needed. Cool deal!

    • @Clanc54R
      @Clanc54R 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Does he though? 42k and needing a new clutch? With the hot spots on the flywheel he probably used 4HI a lot when 4LO was needed. My 19 OR Manual has 75k miles with no signs of needing a clutch. I offroad it regularly and tow regularly. Granted, I only tow 2300 lbs wet. Offroad, these trucks need to be in 4LO.

    • @PLavee01
      @PLavee01 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      @@Clanc54R HI - I am the owner of the truck and definitely not proud of 41K miles on the clutch. All damage happened on paved, uphill reversing (once with a light trailer). I should have switched to 4LO on pavement to avoid this - lesson learned. Further, the clutch was not slipping, and had good amount of life left, but, I did not want to take a chance for my next overseas trip coming up in March.

    • @Clanc54R
      @Clanc54R 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @PLavee01 I literally have the perfect mod for you man. The reverse gear on these trucks is trash. I'll have to remember who makes it, but it's a simple wire harness that allows you to use the reduction gear in 4LO while staying in 2WD. Look up the 2LO mod. It tricks the 4wd computer into thinking that the front diff (ADD) has already been actuated with a button you install somewhere. My truck has no options so I have a ton of blank button spots. After pressing it you simply shift into 4HI then 4LO as usual. Boom. The truck is now in 2LO. No binding the drivetrain on pavement, but you get the reduction you need. I only use it to back a trailer. It's a must have for this truck man.

    • @PLavee01
      @PLavee01 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Clanc54R Thanks, my friend! I heard about this mod - now, I will definitely implement. I found instructions on TacomaWorld. Tks for the reminder!

  • @jameslparada
    @jameslparada 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Thank you. The pauses in describing overlanding was absolutely priceless.

  • @adrianw3985
    @adrianw3985 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +36

    A snorkel isn't necessarily for water crossings, it's also for pulling cleaner dust free air up higher. When off-roading there can be a ton of dust down low and churned up by the tires and goes into the engine bay and around the stock air intake.

    • @icosthop9998
      @icosthop9998 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      TY
      More people need to read your comment 👌

    • @Goodmanperson55
      @Goodmanperson55 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      The LC70 in Australia comes with something called a "raised air intake". It looks exactly like a snorkel but is not rated waterproof.
      For most folks going aftermarket, if they wanna raise their air intake for dust reasons, they might as well just get a proper snorkel out of convenience.

    • @andrewagaloos6971
      @andrewagaloos6971 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That makes sense as to Toyota naming theirs the “desert air intake”

  • @rickb296
    @rickb296 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +31

    Cool tough truck and an interesting episode. I used to work in the Sahara Desert (Algeria, Libya, Egypt) and the snorkels that go to the roof are not for water but for the very fine sand that gets kicked up by the wheels. There is much cleaner air up at the roof than even by the hood. A roof snorkel will save your air filter.
    They call the fine sand "fresh fresh" in Libya and it clogs up EVERYTHING - door hinges, radiator, suspension parts, every exposed sensor. It has the texture of bread flour and is hellish harsh on vehicles.

    • @aden3113
      @aden3113 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Would you say the sand is worse than salt and rust?

    • @v-italy
      @v-italy 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      For engine intake - definitely. 🙂

    • @rickb296
      @rickb296 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      @@aden3113 I don't think it is a competition for which is worse. They are both bad for vehicles.

    • @mojavedesertsonorandesert9531
      @mojavedesertsonorandesert9531 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you for the info! 👍🏽

    • @read1kings18
      @read1kings18 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Interesting about the sand. I remember that the military had issues with the sand clogging the intakes of their equipment such as the helicopters and such during the first Gulf war.

  • @terry5008
    @terry5008 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    My understanding of the optional Toyota snorkel is that it is not for water, but for moving the air intake higher into the air to help with convoy dust. Thus allowing you to go longer on the same filter. You can also rotate it to point backward so it doesn't clog in snow storms.

    • @tomr9661
      @tomr9661 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      it's mainly to keep the air intake above the road dust as much as possible

  • @MrCalifornia1234
    @MrCalifornia1234 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    I have a 2000 tundra, Trd 4 x 4 with no modifications. I’ve passed a lot of modified trucks in Baja, Mammoth, Big Bear, and other pretty serious, off-road places that have broken axles and I’ve had no problems and no breakdowns.

    • @mojavedesertsonorandesert9531
      @mojavedesertsonorandesert9531 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Right! Same with my 35 yr old Toyota, very basic - I've pulled out Ford's, Chevys, Rams all fixed up and stuck because they are to heavy!

    • @janpur1417
      @janpur1417 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@mojavedesertsonorandesert9531 Yeah, big tires means thicker CV axles and half shaft: guess what, now the axle is the weak point and snaps!

    • @tacomas9602
      @tacomas9602 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      ​@janpur1417 exactly why I pulled the 33s off my wheezy 4cyl. The axles are pretty stout but the lack of gearing power I went back to something actually closer to 30s and the suspension travel I gain is impressive. Don't need big tires at all just good ones.

  • @4runner4ever83
    @4runner4ever83 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I have a stock 2020 4runner. Went to alaska last summer and drove the alcan highway and camped in canada and alaska. Only mods i added is an additional agm battery for my fridge. Food is quite important not to go bad on this long journey and a reliable ICE car.

  • @MrSweetHart6976
    @MrSweetHart6976 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    22:04 I know you don't like aftermarket AMD, but the new Trail Hunter Tacoma coming out will have Old Man Emu shocks. So even Toyota thinks their shocks are good enough to put on the Tacoma's straight from the factory assembly line 😉

  • @nikkisun5546
    @nikkisun5546 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Lets's not sleep on this build. You're still looking at a 15-20K build, maybe more. I love it!

  • @nurseadrianern
    @nurseadrianern 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I off-roaded all over southwest n up west coast- eastern sierras in my stock 4x4 Tacoma. Zero mods. 125k miles. Only replaced off road tires 2x. Lowest cost of ownership vehicle n I beat the heck out of it.

  • @leecarroll1817
    @leecarroll1817 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    I admire your "less is more" comment. Living in the mountains of Spain I depend on my 2016 Hilux.
    I absolutely love it and see no reason to modify it. It just works. No I don't intentionally abuse it but if adversity arrives it's up to the task. Me being a retired Military Contractor that has worked all over the world am accustomed to seeing the Hilux many times with a machine gun mounted in the bed and most times not friends of
    US Forces. Yes Iraq,
    Afghanistan come to mind. The Hilux is tough.

    • @chrisx5127
      @chrisx5127 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I hate the U.S EPA and CAFE. We will never get a Hilux over here. Stuck with the damn Tacoma :(

  • @kennethMaveGR
    @kennethMaveGR 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Agreed! Been there done that, too much over modding and become so overwhelming and truck is overloading. I think true over landing is simple and practical with skills to survive in the wild. Love your channel and your logic!

  • @jscatt6123
    @jscatt6123 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    The only mod I have on my 23 TRD Off Road is a set of Toyo 265/75/16 tires on the Pro wheels, I take it off road often and am impressed with how capable it is right out of the factory

  • @ASRCivicFerio
    @ASRCivicFerio 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +34

    The filter and the fan could be used to put positive pressure inside the cab to prevent dust intrusion.

    • @christiang9950
      @christiang9950 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Beat me to it

    • @user-uq7io2os3r
      @user-uq7io2os3r 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @@christiang9950 me too 👍

  • @andrewfisher7599
    @andrewfisher7599 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    So refreshing to see a practical build that was not designed by one’s ego or desire to show off vs practicality!

  • @roymeyer6837
    @roymeyer6837 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Great video...as always!
    I'm a huge fan of the less is more approach. That's how I'm incrementally getting our family adventure vehicle ready to go out and have some fun! It's a '21 4Runner SR5 4WD because that's all we really need, not a TRD Pro or anything. Off-road tires, a roof basket to hold some camping gear and we'll be set for our purposes.
    We'll be using it to find some trails in Eastern Tennessee, and to spend time on our property out in the west Texas desert. Nothing crazy, so I don't think we'll need any more mods. Only want to do what's necessary for our actual use.

  • @sunnyboy010101
    @sunnyboy010101 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    I absolutely loved this video! I happen to have a 2019 Tacoma Sport with the manual transmission and I love it. Other than change oil and replace the tires with proper 4-season tires for our area, I have not had to do a thing to the truck.

    • @brianw8963
      @brianw8963 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      I have the same truck as You, mine is just the extra cab by choice. Just wondering if You ever had the somewhat common problem with the 4wd actuator on the transfer case? Mine never worked correctly shifting into or out of 4 low from when I got it new. Absolutely nothing wrong with the actuator. I removed it, took it apart, clocked it , reinstalled it, and still had the same issue. ( you absolutely do NOT have to remove the transfer case and disassemble to do this, it’s easy.) I found the solution at least for the 6 sp. manual and it has worked 100% . When shifting from 2H to 4H or 4H to 4L or whatever, fully depress clutch pedal and release 2 times! Don’t ask Me how or why it works, but it does . Just thought I would share this and wondered if anyone else ever heard of it?

  • @consuelobodie287
    @consuelobodie287 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I'm really glad you addressed the modifications. I often have wondered why people buy these trucks and take off the OEM suspension parts and replace them with aftermarket ones???? I've always been under the impression that the struts and shocks, say on the GX 460, which I have, must be a much better quality than anything else out there. Always enjoy your content!!!!

  • @read1kings18
    @read1kings18 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Im enjoying reading the comments on the CCN channel. There are many knowledgeable people who also are willing to share their expertise in a positive and constructive manner here.

  • @davidkeetz
    @davidkeetz 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Very cool. So glad to see a video pointing out what’s truly needed for off road. I get a little bit of a chuckle when I see people throwing giant super wide tires on some Jeep or truck and adding snorkels and a ladder jack and all kinds of stuff that screws up the balance of the vehicle and makes it handle like garbage.

  • @MrRmga420
    @MrRmga420 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    The whole “try it before you mod it” mentality is key right here. Toyota 4x4s are insanely capable right out of the box. Once I found a limitation of my ‘11 Lexus GX460 I would upgrade it. Everything I’ve done to it, is there because it’s functional. Hats off to the owners of this truck for knowing exactly what’s needed and what’s not for serious off-roading.

  • @MrBillDaBear
    @MrBillDaBear 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I just picked up a 2018 Tacoma off road with the 6mt. This video and build provide an excellent reference, thank you!

  • @toyotabrony
    @toyotabrony 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Because sometimes it’s not only just to look cool. We love the way we built and we daily it or use it as a weekend toy.

  • @scottgorman7166
    @scottgorman7166 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You always produce outstanding ( not overlanding) videos.....thank you!

  • @AR-pm9nv
    @AR-pm9nv 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Love the low mod thing. My 15 Off Road has a Hidden winch behind the plastic bumper fascia. On board air under the hood. 32” tires on stock wheels, and a few other goodies that are all incognito.

  • @Toyota2AR
    @Toyota2AR 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video as always. Your videos are the reason I felt confident buying a 2016-2018 RAV4.

  • @kraxmel
    @kraxmel 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great video (as always). I don't know how I missed it when it came out 2 weeks ago. Thanks for showing off such a cool truck and thanks to the owner for letting you show it.
    I've got a 2023 Tacoma Off Road and people at work are always asking if I'm going to build it out like others have done. I tell them, "No" and that a stock Tacoma is EXTREMELY capable and more that what I need for what I hope to do.

  • @realfreedom5029
    @realfreedom5029 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Well done and informative Ahmed, God Bless you brother!

  • @user-uq7io2os3r
    @user-uq7io2os3r 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Perfect offroad build with reliability in mind 👍

  • @wesfields9322
    @wesfields9322 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Australian themselves are big on toyotas being an overlanding vehicle, especially the hilux and cruiser. Represent around the world

  • @PRO4XKEV
    @PRO4XKEV 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I agree. Some people do go overboard when setting the rig up for Overlanding, and that adds more weight.

  • @RogierYou
    @RogierYou 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    To bad you cant get the Hi-Lux with diesel engine in the US. These are the best!

    • @Kevin09210
      @Kevin09210 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah, especially when they roll over because of their reputable stability 🥴

  • @rockygambina312
    @rockygambina312 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Cool to hear your thoughts on a decently modified truck. The aftermarket shocks are a no brained though for Anyone who really offroads. You will quickly realize the Bilstein (non pro) overheat with extended offroad driving and it becomes extremely uncomfortable, even dangerous.
    Love your videos!

  • @merrillschaps2325
    @merrillschaps2325 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I like how he used the Tacoma instead of using the Tundra. While my wife's 2012 RAV4 was in the bodyshop, our rental car was a 2020 Tacoma same color as this one and we were impressed at how roomy it was for its size. My wife even enjoyed driving it and she's 4 foot 11 inches. Thank you and the owner for showing us a beautiful and well planned/modified truck!

  • @user-kw6pz6mx8m
    @user-kw6pz6mx8m 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    They trust the right mechanic with this special built vehicle.

  • @davidraborn3654
    @davidraborn3654 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Very smart intentional upgrades. Very nice. I wish them great Adventure.

  • @stevelikesrhino
    @stevelikesrhino 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    If I remember right, those 2 fans and the filter is to keep a positive pressure inside the rear canopy, so it sucks less dust inside.

  • @ciarangroups5493
    @ciarangroups5493 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    AMD, you are a legend, thank you and God bless! Not religious myself, but hopefully this comes across OK. What a success story and inspiration for us all. ♥If you are comfortable talking about it, I'd love to hear more about your experiences with maintenance in less luxurious countries than the USA! Either way, all the best, love to you and yours

  • @read1kings18
    @read1kings18 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I agree with the remarks on cleaning the K&N air filters. Best to buy another one, but probably let it sit flat outside of the packaging for a day so the oil in it will not accumulate in one spot as it might be while it was sitting on the shelf before purchasing it.

  • @duncanjames914
    @duncanjames914 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Wow, those are some knowledgeable owners who have a very cool truck. I bought my first Taco in 1991 (called an SR5 back then and only an Xtracab) and have owned older Landcruisers and a 2010 FJ since. My current ride is 2021 Taco SR5 Access Cab and I love it. I've made some simple mods and added some things but otherwise will drive it for many years. Thanks for your video. I'm sub'd!

  • @alexc1287
    @alexc1287 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    That’s a nice truck, this proves the Tacoma is a capable truck.

  • @johnappleseed9290
    @johnappleseed9290 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This specific Tacoma is the definition of “Let’s Go Places” The heads of Toyota in Japan should be proud!

  • @icosthop9998
    @icosthop9998 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    TY very indepth, And like always you keep the topic very interesting.
    The very last thing I do is go off road.
    There was no fast forwarding this video. I learned a lot 👍

  • @rebelstacker3671
    @rebelstacker3671 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    my 2023 Tacoma is a lot like that one. manual transmission, brush guard ( for Deer)a tech package and that is all. a real unicorn.

  • @kcm732
    @kcm732 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +20

    wild to see no snorkel on this 😅 but awesome setup. the owner is also very smart to remove the heavy sliders for regular street driving

    • @TwoAcreDesigns
      @TwoAcreDesigns 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Meh sliders weigh hardly anything on the grand scheme of weight, maybe 100 lbs. Not really worth removing them for day to day, not to forget the protection from impacts/door dings.

  • @gvet47
    @gvet47 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I wonder too about drawing air higher too might help and bag cover it when stopped in a sandstorm.
    I could see the desert heat would be hard on a clutch. Every time you start to roll you probably need to transmit more engine torque to tires with more drag in sand. Just more slipage befir lockup.

  • @e30surftaco
    @e30surftaco 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Cool video! Like this build a lot key is less is more. The overland community has forgotten that for sure. jealous of the manual transmission have the auto on mine. I have the same Upper arms those ball joints are garbage I had to replace mine after 20k miles(under warranty). Appreciate you showing this build

  • @leebrisey4988
    @leebrisey4988 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Excellent video, easy to follow and very clear!

  • @mountainlivin
    @mountainlivin 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Excellent video and beautiful truck. Less is more. So nice

  • @tacomas9602
    @tacomas9602 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Am an armored vehicle enthusiast, that fan on the RH topper door is a a pressurization thing. Keeps the sand and dirt out i believe but it needs to draw in air so it has a filter.

  • @randy6350
    @randy6350 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I like my Taco it’s an 2007 Regular Cab 5 lug that’s been lowered a few inches. We pulled the 2TR-FE out w/ 36,109 miles. It was replaced with a 2006 5.3 LS all aluminum L33 with a truck cam in front of a Tremec TKX and the rear differential has a TrueTrec. It’s riding on coil-overs, running two piece StopTech’s behind fully forged 19x8 & 8.5 wheels running 235/50 & 245/50-19 rubber. WHP of over 325

  • @SuperSnakePlissken
    @SuperSnakePlissken 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I am going to miss the 3.5L V6. I have a Tacoma with the 6-speed manual in the TRD Sport access cab configuration and I love my 2020 like I love my wife. I hope my 2020 lasts forever.

    • @mikea1406
      @mikea1406 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      It will.

  • @douglasvine2516
    @douglasvine2516 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    I go offroading with my 2019 TRD Off Road Tacoma fairly often. I've only upgraded the wheels and tires. The wheels are the same as the 4 Runner TRD Pro wheels. I live near the mountains where there are miles of trails. The area I live in I see lots of new Jeeps with thousands of dollars in off road modifications. Funny thing is that I never see any of those Jeeps on the trails. I see lots of Tacomas and 4Runners.

  • @thechuckster6838
    @thechuckster6838 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love it! Mods done right! Wish I had bought my Tacoma in manual trans trim. I went to the dealer as of two weeks ago to find out if I could trade in my 2021 SR5 with 10K on the odometer for a manual trans truck, and they are just none left. The dealer ran a search and the nearest one was 1000 miles from me. I'll see how the new generation 2024 truck works out and in a few years, I may buy a manual trans truck. I'm not a huge fan of anything with a turbo, so we shall see how that pans out. Great video! More truck videos, please!!

    • @janpur1417
      @janpur1417 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      my 21 TRD O/R just rolled 6000 miles and it is a manual. I do all maintenance: said no to their two free services too! I drove 22 4Runner auto (not mine) and hated how it hunts for gears in mountains.

  • @NotoriousRawDogger
    @NotoriousRawDogger 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    It’s a good day when AMD uploads 😊

  • @USA_27
    @USA_27 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Amazing Detail Description about Toyota Tacoma Truck

  • @UrbanGreenZ4
    @UrbanGreenZ4 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Snorkel is not necessarily for water, but it's a good idea if you do a lot of water crossings. The snorkel just moves the air intake higher so that it breathes easier. If you look in the US, you'll probably see a lot of people running the grill head backwards because of rain.

  • @markperza384
    @markperza384 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Very nice truck thanks for sharing!!

  • @shouldihangmyself
    @shouldihangmyself 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Amazing! A van dweller's dream!

  • @shanecreason8410
    @shanecreason8410 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +166

    Most “overlanders” are just mall crawlers

    • @stonepa
      @stonepa 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +26

      Who goes to the mall these days?

    • @wesfields9322
      @wesfields9322 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Overlander typically is referring to operator of the vehicle. I definitely read this comment wrong but know what you mean. So yes true. Lots of clean jeeps and forerunners out there

    • @jimv77
      @jimv77 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +31

      @@stonepaThe proper term now is Costco Crawlers….

    • @MechaTronic161
      @MechaTronic161 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      Mostly Jeep owners.😊

    • @jaymoar3561
      @jaymoar3561 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +33

      @@MechaTronic161 Jeeps drive to the mechanics not the mall.

  • @mallrat1960
    @mallrat1960 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice Truck. I got mods on my 15 Tacoma, used the winch twice to get out, to me that was worth the price. Good Luck on the next trip. AMD as always great show sir.

  • @vicmurillo5320
    @vicmurillo5320 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi AMD, you rock! Congratulations to you for your shop. I am in Florida, I have a question for you; List the best Toyota cars and trucks based on your experience? From what years to what years? Thanks and keep up the awesome videos!

  • @vinnycent007
    @vinnycent007 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    On Van Island in Canada where I live, I see so much of these Tacoma build. Like most they are a flex. I only know a handful who actually off road and over land. For camping, we see more Delica, Hiace or our other JDM van imports.

  • @mojavedesertsonorandesert9531
    @mojavedesertsonorandesert9531 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This has to be my favorite show yet! Wish I could bring in my 88 Long bed Toyota 4×4 truck to your shop. 35 years I've keeped it almost all basic with shell. Greetings from the Colorado Desert, California 🌵🌴🌵🌴🌵🌴🌵🌴🌵🌴🌵

  • @luvbgrass
    @luvbgrass 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video. Makes me feel a bit better about my 2020 Tacoma. Other than I have been told some of my paint may come off. 🙄🙄😏

  • @nyaz1749
    @nyaz1749 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I live in the desert and have a snorkel on my 80 series Landcruiser. Although I do not encounter many water crossings, the benefits I see with the snorkel is that it lowers the ambient air temperature going into my engine by about 10 - 15 degrees and when on trails following other vehicles it keeps my air filter a little cleaner as I am not sucking in as much dust.

    • @tomr9661
      @tomr9661 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      lowering the air temp? interesting, I've never heard that advantage before.

    • @nyaz1749
      @nyaz1749 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@tomr9661 the air coming into the engine is a little cooler than the ambient temperature as I run an ultra gauge and monitor my incoming air temps and after I installed the snorkel it lowered my incoming air temp on average 8 to 12 degrees lower.

    • @tomr9661
      @tomr9661 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@nyaz1749 Very good information to know, thanks.

  • @atomicorang
    @atomicorang 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This was one of you most interesting video! Words of wisdom sir.

  • @walttegtmeier2303
    @walttegtmeier2303 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great video! As always, may the Lord bless and keep you

  • @user-ny5vr4oi7b
    @user-ny5vr4oi7b 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks again sir great video. Have 1970 fj40 No rust !! Original stock Cali vehicle. 69000 miles ❤. What repair manual would you recommend ( minor tinkering ) ? I’m in Montana driven less than 1500 miles here. Had med issues been in a shed . Thanks for sharing your knowledge sir

  • @billa5289
    @billa5289 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice practical build.....I love it! So many mall crawlers here in the PNW. Great video and good advice for nessessity
    driven upgrades. It's the responsible thing to do. Overbuilding is environmentally wasteful and hypocritical when contrasted with most outdoor enthusiast owner beliefs.

  • @5G4R
    @5G4R 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Some pretty strong opinions on the off-roading scene Amd! In my opinion, I think the worst trend in the off-roading scene are the gatekeepers that try to tell everyone what mods you should or shouldn't have and how you're supposed to use your vehicle.

  • @alexdesamsonow822
    @alexdesamsonow822 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks for the great interesting video AMD! I do wonder how he keeps the paint so shiny, and without a scratch!

    • @PLavee01
      @PLavee01 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Alex, I am the owner of that truck. It is full of "pin stripes" and tiny scratches. AMD is using a polish spray (which he featured ins "how to clean the engine" and it makes the car shine and look better than it actually is.

  • @tomr9661
    @tomr9661 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great show and content with a nice truck, Tacoma owners have always had a fierce sense of loyalty when it comes to what generation and configuration is the best. That said, my 2 cents are the 07 - 015 second gen, with a 4.0 V- 6 MT Access cab, then throw all the mods, trick upgrades and cool aftermarket fabricated parts on it,

    • @rhllnm
      @rhllnm 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Recently got my first Tacoma - 2007 access cab, long bed, 6 speed manual, TRD Offroad, 120,000 rust free New Mexico miles. Love my new truck. Throw a mattress in the back, a sleeping bag, ice chest and dogs and I'm good to go.

  • @anthonyhitchings1051
    @anthonyhitchings1051 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    CCN - you noted that the front sway bar was removed for increased ground clearance. I think that you meant what is in fact a sway bar ?( it stops the car rolling) - this also necessitated removal of the links to each A-Arm - this allows greater independent front wheel vertical movement to get over ridges and thru troughs.

  • @joecody195
    @joecody195 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very nice explanation of that cool Taco....

  • @read1kings18
    @read1kings18 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    AMD this was a very interesting story and the subject fits very well for a CCN video. Very well done. I appreciate your message that much can be accomplished through keeping things simple and thoughtful.
    Proverbs 21:5 says, "The plans of the diligent lead surely to plenty,
    But those of everyone who is hasty, surely to poverty."

  • @mashakamakarov4296
    @mashakamakarov4296 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Men love your videos I learn a lot with your content , love tacomas own a 2022 trd off-road stock no mods have only 22k but just notice a leek on a steering pump and I never see a vid of you talking about this problem can you please post some

  • @marktwo3160
    @marktwo3160 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great story! You are a grade A mechanic. Honest and so knowledgeable. It is no surprise that your business continues to grow by leaps and bounds.
    Our Toyota dealers in this area are untrustworthy and really provide poor customer service. Their prices are outrageous and the work is still not done correctly.
    I sure wish you had a shop in sunny Savannah GA. HINT.
    Continued success to you.

  • @chibbyylol
    @chibbyylol 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Can’t wait for the new Tacoma technical review!

    • @cbayless4294
      @cbayless4294 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'll let you know, it's JUNK get a 3rd gen while you can. Gas version get the same gas milage as a 3rd gen. Only good about it is rear defrost and heated steering wheel.

    • @chibbyylol
      @chibbyylol 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@cbayless4294 If one isolates the MPG metric sure it's bad but one will be getting 52 more lb-ft of torque (or 48hp and 200 lb-ft in the iforce max) for the same fuel effiency along with lower emissions.
      hybrid one is rumored about ~25mpg according to landcruiser mpg leak with same powertrain

  • @KARRIEMABDUL
    @KARRIEMABDUL 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video. Thank you for sharing.

  • @Andnizzle
    @Andnizzle 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    "You always run wires, where theres wires." So true my man, many installs I have seen where that was not considered at all.

  • @danielborrer270
    @danielborrer270 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    fun video! I'm at 263k miles on my original clutch.... 2006 2nd gen, 1GR-FE and the RA60F. I did swap in a FJ Cruiser Tcase... those electronic Tcase actuators are not great!

  • @evolusd
    @evolusd 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great overview of an awesome rig!

  • @anthonyhitchings1051
    @anthonyhitchings1051 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Our 2008 and now our 2011 Jeep Liberty only needed skid plates and a 2.5" lift kit. The 2011 came with OEM skid plates and tow package installed.

  • @anthonyhitchings1051
    @anthonyhitchings1051 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Full size spare - we did that on our Jeep Liberty - and we do a 5-tire rotation.

  • @armourbl
    @armourbl 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    filter in the bed cover is to create positive pressure which keeps dust out.

  • @dasianman
    @dasianman 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    AMD thank you for making a show about a Tacoma. I own a 2017 Tacoma TRD Sport and I would like for you to please make more maintenance shows on a 3rd gen Tacoma.

  • @earlkoropatnick1928
    @earlkoropatnick1928 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The Old Man Emu shocks are now featured on some 2024 Tacoma Trucks and I believe some of OME suspension parts also.

  • @cpawp
    @cpawp 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Really nice Taco, sry.
    I'm always looking at the MR2 in the back, waiting so dearly for a new version of it ...

  • @erickim2025
    @erickim2025 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video very interesting that more is less, says a lot about the quality of Toyotas, glad i own one, just a minor item. Was that a flower sitting when you open the hood? ❤😂

  • @emiliog.4432
    @emiliog.4432 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Here in Tennessee, it’s about looking like you off road. Lifting trucks to ridiculous heights.

  • @mxtorabibibibi
    @mxtorabibibibi 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I had a prado 120 with no modifications. Used it for overlanding and medium offroading in the mountains snow sand... he(i named him a boy name) never let me down. after 300000miles i sold it last year. The only services it required in all those years was oil, filters and changing a radiator and a cv boot and sparks and breaks. Before selling it i put it in a detailing shop. And after that it looked like new. It is unbelivable that mechanically nothing was broken. Nothing made sound inside and outside.

  • @61espo
    @61espo 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Truck is a beauty!

  • @limixz28
    @limixz28 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Snorkles are actually very useful on alot of toyotas just for the simple fact that it relocates the airbox from gathering air from the wheel well, to the top of a snorkel getting fresh air. Combine that with a top filter and its a smarter choice in desert climates.

  • @jamesfinn4547
    @jamesfinn4547 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Its the same here in Australia. There is alot of 4x4s that are fully fitted out with all the mods and never go off road. Take a Hilux to arb spend its value again in mods and use it to drive around the city

  • @sholland42
    @sholland42 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The souped up Hilux on Top Gear when they went to the volcano is the coolest truck I’ve ever seen.

  • @brucekrolikowski2882
    @brucekrolikowski2882 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Enjoyed the video, extremely interesting