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I just did this mod today following the hardware specs you gave and maaaan is it a huge difference and instant relief on my lower back! This is by far the best mod I’ve done to my Tacoma. Thanks for the video man.
Jesse Rizo Now I am sporting a black eye from the wife (not really) over my comment but it's worth it to keep low miles on my truck till I get it on some trails. thanks man
I like your mod so much that I went and Bought the bolts. As a spacer I decided to use a washer stack from tractor supply. This way it’s almost infinitely adjustable. Once I reach the perfect height for me, I’ll weld a bead down a couple sides of the stack to make it solid. Starting it tomorrow.
Yeah i noticed with large trucks, they make them for taller people in general so this is a very practical and smart adjustment hack. Nicely done and probably the first tutorial on this on youtube. 💯🔥😻
Jess I did something like this years ago on some of my old vehicles trucks n cars, I am 5'8" & always had the same problem looking over the hood, what I did is similar to your install only difference was I used shock mounting bushings made of rubber or something else you can pick them up at part stores or ebay, the good thing is with rubber or the other material it gives you more of a cushion when you hit bumps but what I also did is mount least 1 bushing on each side of the front & 2 double stacked each side to the rear of seat, bushings are thick that after the install you gain over an inch of a lift & gives you perfect view feels like you are in a truck.. I will be doing this to my truck soon I have same truck as your's 4x2 offroad & I want to say again with the rubber bushings you get a comfortable ride which I can't understand why vehicle manufactures don't install bushings between floor & seat frame nevertheless I want to mention that the bolts are going to be longer in length front & rear but they should also be hardened bolts not soft bolts being if they are not hardened in an accident the heads of the bolt could snap off causing serious injury just to note that being manufactures are using hardened bolts as well for that reason, good video keep em going👍
I’d honestly be willing to try it lol just to see the difference 🤔 I believe you on comfort I just would want to give it a go, Thanks my friend I really do appreciate it :)
@@bruisedbanana3944You can check local part stores or ebay sometimes specialty hardware stores carry thick rubber bushings but ebay would be first place I would check.
@@bruisedbanana3944 They was the basic black bushings that goes top & bottom of shocks, they have others today I seen that are taller made from different material but I like rubber ones for better cushion, I happen to go on ebay they have em but you only need the basic flat rubber ones they go for under 5$ you would need 6 total for each seat 2 to the front 1 on each side, 4 for the back 2 double stacked unless you want to go three stacked for each side to rear that would give you plenty of a high chair effect seeing easly over hood though keep in mind front & rear bolt sizes will change & suggest to use hardened bolts only which you can get at hardware stores so measure out what size you need & what you want to consider is to use flat washers top & bottom they sometimes come with rubber bushings I seen them if anything else just get washers at hardware store it's all worth it if you want the higher effect it rides much better & get a way better over look in front of the truck..
I’ve since upgraded to grade 8 bolts with washers and lock washers, in the description box I had stated that lol but thanks for being concerned I appreciate it :)!!
Always had this video in my “LIKES” .. after almost 2 years I finally did this mod.. thanks Jesse ... this mod was overdue for me.. 5’5” here, so yeah big difference.. I see these EBAY jokers trying to sell this mod as a kit for $50.. Lol.. what a joke.. a little over $12 out da door at Home Depot.. thanks Rizzo keep up these great videos 👍🏼
This is absolutely ingenious Rob knows what's up and I really enjoy watching smart stuff like this and I know this helped out a ton of people! Again gorgeous truck glad every video is bringing it one step closer to perfection for you!
Good video. However, I went hunting for the bolts and the metal spacers, not only to a hardware store but to a home improvement store. The bolts were easy to find. But the spacers were not. All they had were plastic. So I improvised. I purchased (3 ) 3/8 inch nuts whose diameter were slightly larger than the bolt's diameter. I stacked them one on top of the other and created the desired metal spacer. Tightened the bolts nice and tight. Worked like a charm. (lock washers would be advisable as well). What's good about this is that the nuts can be added or subtracted for the desired height with the proper bolt.
I used the 3/4” tall thick walled bushings for my truck with a wide area washer placed on top and bottom of bushing. I used a washer under the head of the bolt also. I bought everything at Ace Hardware. Great video
I most likely will be getting the washer soon everyone keeps stating that I might get it just to be safe lol, Thanks for the tip and watching my friend thank you
I followed your instructions and went to Lowes and installed today and it all fits and works perfect. Thank you so much for the tip. (5 foot 5") ....now I can see over the hood.
I feel like the washers would be more sturdy everyone in the comments says I should get washers for it ima do it just to be safe lol, Yea man well I’m only 5’5 😂 lol but it defenitly helped a lot
Thanks Jesse and Rob,, Great Video,, just did this to my 2016 TACOMA, I USED GRADE 10,1 HARDEN BOLTS , Now I CAN SEE OVER THE HOOD. .. 3 years driving like I was in a low rider...LOL, upstate NY.
You welcome my friend :)!! And thank you, where did u find the bolts I finally switched my for grade 8 bolts and got lock washers to be a little safer lol but where did u get the grade 10 :)?? And hahahah exactly how it felt before right LOL
@@JesseRizo Hi Jesse, check out Belmetric.com they sell all hardware for Toyota . great site. they have 10.9 bolts . hardened washers, just about all you need for Toyota. Peace my friend.
I used hockey pucks. They are 1” thick, and they fit perfectly into the recessed area on the floor where the seat bolt hole is located. They are also black, which blends in nicely with the cover cap re-installed.
@@russgaddy I just used ice hockey pucks, bought the longer bolts and put the seat rear mounting feet on the pucks and put the longer bolts through the foot hole, through the puck and into the threads.
These Tacoma seats really do need this adjustment! Plus they lowered the 3rd gen seats down. My 2nd gen is the perfect height for a 5'8" manlet like me. Great install video!
Or atleast more control of adjusting the seat for us short people lmfao ur hieght is ok I’m barely hitting 5’6 lol, really the 2nd gen doesn’t sit the same I sat in my friends and even he agreeed with me lol
Hi, very sorry to bother but I wondering if you could make an updated guide on how to install it with all the new equipment you mention in other ppls comments like the lock washers, washers and grade 8 bolts. I totally understand if you can’t tho. Keep up the great work man!
Another good video, I also saw this in Throbbnation. Followed the parts list and it worked well on my 2009 Tacoma. Thanks to both of you, keep up the good work, us height challenged guys need any help we can get. LOL!
Cool upgrade, I am only 5’6 and take delivery next week of my Tacoma, will probably need to do the same. Just a heads up, use the old washers and throw some loctite on those bolts.
Jesse Rizo December 28-29 the model and specs I wanted is coming from Florida to Montana, desert sand TRD O/R with access cab. In the meantime watching Tacoma vids.
Thank you my friend :)!!! Yea I’ve since threw in some grade 8 bolts lock washers and washers just to be safe I saw both on his comments and on mine a bunch of people stating that so I just did it rather be safe then sorry lol
I’m short also and was surprised to find the regular seating position to be ok. I used to drive a 2013 f150 Supercrew 4x4 and could adjust the seat so I rode really high, so don’t be discouraged from looking at a Tacoma because you’re short!
If he has an accident those bolts will punch through the seat anchor points. Who knows if the other non-modded bolts will be able to withstand and hold the rest of the seat down or slam him up to the roof.
Awesomeness 🤯. I'm 5'6, so I have the same issue 😲. Right now.. I just scoot up to the edge of the seat to try and see over the hood 😃.. when parking👍🏼. I gotta try this.. when I get back. Thanks mang. 🤙🏼
Lol so we about the same 😂👍, Same here hahahah then sometimes when I go off-roading and hit a smal opsticale I can’t see cuz he trucks all side ways lmfao, Just try and find grade 8 bolts everyone is stating that in the comments I couldn’t find any so I just got automotive bolts lol
Hahaha.. right! Sheesh never thought of that😲🤯. Being all tilted and stuff🤙🏼. One thing worse, for me, is going up hill and then when you're about to level off, I usually have whoever is with me to get out and check if I'm good😁😎🤗. Lol. Like I said, whenever you go again.. let mofos' know.🍻👍🏼 And that grade 8 bolt.. idk.. I will ask my uncle, he's a mechanic, he might know about it/where to get it.👍🏼😋. Hey.. us short peeps gotta stick together 🤜🏼🤛🏼🤝🤟🏻
The seats are probably designed like that because of the smaller overall height of the interior cab. Raising the seat up would probably make the seat more comfortable for people with longer legs. I do have to wonder why the 4runner has height adjustable seats though.
Cool way to save money and very clever. However, this project too way longer than anticipated. I could not for the life of me get the left side bolt to match up with the hole. I’ll insert the bolt first without spacer and washer and it screws right in. But then I go to Jack it up, insert spacer and washer and the bolt will just not line up to screw in. Will need to think of something else. Right side has no issues though.
Your welcome my friend :)!!! Thanks for the idea I’m super thrilled with it it no doubt made a difference for me lol!!, Like u stated it feels like a truck now lol Thanks for watching :)!!
Dude thank you! Just traded in my 2015 for 2019 trd pro, and I'm 5'1. Had no problem in 2015, but hubby picking up truck today, and he told me seat was the same...At least I know the easy way to fix it. Had to do something similar to a yamaha yxz 1000. FFS. It's like nothing wants me to see the damned road. lol He has a Dodge, so everything is lower to him.
This is OK for the backend but for the front I would HIGLY recommend the lifters from Desert Does It. They're solid, safer and include the tab that goes into the hole at the bottom and a hole for the seat rail at its top for a secure fit. They're pricey ($99) but WAY WORTH IT! They even come with predrilled holes on their fronts for the available Molle like mesh that can be used to mount a flashlight or small extinguisher. I'm 6' 0 and it makes it FAR more comfortable on long drives..
Thanks for making this bro. Im a short guy too standing only 5’2 so its hard for me to drive low. Thanks for sharing this bro!! Keep safe and Godbless.
I have a super long torso and I have legit no head room with the seats all the way down in a 2020. My truck is the exact same and it really bums me out I might have to trade it back after 3 days
Me being 6.4 The seat from factory is already too tall. My head hits the ceiling. This is what’s keeping me from getting a Tacoma. If we have a “reverse fix” to make the seat lower... I’ll be looking for my first Tacoma in the spring. Looking forward to your response. Thank you.
I hear that a lot I wish they made the seats more versatile for any hieght, I wonder if going to an upolhstry shop and getting a smaller cushion or something 🤔
If he does proceed have him look and see if he can find grade 8 bolts and throw a wash on it a lot if people in the comments have been stating that lol,
I drove a 2004 kia sedona the other day and they have 100x more comfortable driver seat than my 2nd gen tacoma. Has thigh adjuster and butt adjuster. Feels like sitting in a very comfy bucket chair. Come on toyota!!!
had worked on the seat modification, however came across an obstacle relating to a tight rear bolt on the driver side . Bolt is so tight, couldn't take it off, so i am going to have to return the items you suggested back to the store.
Yea he is the one who told me I should try it out lol I’m defenitly happy he mentioned this to me it made a difference forsure lol!!, Hope all is well man 🤙 And I’m running a high lift jack giveWay right now if u want to enter 👍
I want to do the opposite, I need the seat lower. The 3rd gen Tacomas have basically zero steering wheel adjustment and my legs are cramped under the wheel. Do they make seat brackets that go lower? I can't find any. Alternatively can the steering wheel be raised at all?
No they don’t, Steering wheel should be adjustable if you look under the steering wheel on ur left side of the steering wheel column at the bottom there should be a black lever that allows you to adjust the steering wheels height
@@JesseRizo Yes, and it allows for about 1" of travel upwards which is not enough. Im looking for a lower seat rail or some type of mod to allow for more steering wheel movement. Mazda allowed for nearly 4 inches of travel, Toyota really didnt think this through. If you google this issue there are tons of people with this thought, I cant believe a solution hasent been made yet.
I have an '07 (2nd gen) and I tried out a third Gen. Hated it. Windshield is at an odd angle, roof seems lower and the seat position sucks. I thought they were going to have power seats according to an article I read a while back but this one didn't have it. I swear the designer was only 5' 5..
Hey what's up buddy how you doing yeah I'm going to tell you one thing it makes a big difference it feel like I'm driving a new truck I have to do the passenger side because my wife she also knows the difference and she says there's a big difference for her cuz she's short but it makes a big difference those spaces all I need is a little back pillow for my back
Yea man I’m glad my friend throbbnation showed me this little hack lol I may try and find grade 8 bolts though everyone in the comments is saying to get those? Lol, How tall r u if u don’t mind me asking
I'm a small guy and the Tacoma seat sits to high in my opinion I like sitting low I want my seat to go down 2 inches it, I do agree that the front of seat sits to high so jacking the back up will fix that but I don't want my seat any higher
This an very out of the box mod but I think that affects the safety aspect of the the actual seats just be aware that if you do this mod and you get in a wreck that mod you installed under neath your rear seat anchor points might fail
Hi Jesse!!! I am definitely short too lololol!!! I have my seat as high as I can get it!!! Lolol!!! Sockets I have used before!!! Ooh!!! So far I understand completely what your doing!!!! The cap fits back on and you can’t see it with the mats!!! You can really tell a difference!!! In how your sitting more higher up!!! I think my only issue would be is that my husband is taller lololol!!!! Lolol!!! I loved this easy install Jesse I loved your video!!!! Xoxo Pam 💖💝💖💝
You welcome thank you for watching :)!!! I do recommend u try and find grade 8 bolts, washers, & lock washers just to be a little more safe grade 8 bolts are a lot stronger then the ones I used 👍
Great content as always jesse, keep it up! Rob was thrilled with this mod lol. I am 6'1" but still would like to try this mod, the sitting position in the tacoma is not the best, not that i really need the height, but to level the seat a little bit. If you can, please let me know if this new set up isnt uncomfortable, or maybe hurts your back during long drives, i suffer from back injuries and it could help me make the decision, thanks in advance.
Javi S I did mine more for comfort than height. Just seemed the seating position was off and needed to be more level. I agree with Jesse...felt more like a low rider before😁
Thanks javi:)!!!, maybe with a smaller spacer 🤔 or as randy in the comments mentioned to try it with just washers, I havnt driven the truck a lot since the install but I should be traveling this coming weekend then I’ll be able to find out :) 👍 Thanks for watching my friend
I have a 2017 Tacoma TRD off-road....... i’m only 5 ft 7.......... is the spacers you’ve used in an inch or an inch and a half?????...... and I’m wondering if I could possibly get different size spacers and just try to get different heights spacers and bolts to get the proper adjustment I want............ do you think this is a good idea????..... or should I just stick with the spacer you have.............. your input or anybody’s input would be very helpful.............. just wanted to know if I should get different height spacers, and try all of them and see which one I like the best.
I think it’s inch spacer a good amount of people in the comments were saying it’s better to get a 1inch washer which I’m not sure where to get that, also just disclaimer if you do this I would highly recommend getting better bolts then I showed here find a grade 8 bolt that will fit it’ll be safer and a washer and lock washer 👍, I’m 5,5 almost 5’6 just got hieght comparison, hope that helps 👍
Jesse Rizo Just did mine today but went a little different route. I got an inch spacer, with a 3 inch bolt but the threads were close to the bottom of the bolt So I used washers on the bolt to adjust it and then use the washers on the bottom to give it even more height. So I am at an inch and a half on height...... much better!!!!.... can’t believe the difference.
I first saw this mod done by Throb and I wonder why neither of you used the washer that was on the stock bolt. And how would one find the torque spec on this. I’m sure it’s not in the manual
Hey im 4'11 and I cant even reach the pedals in my husbands 1996 4runner. I was looking into seat spacers but questioning if the inch is really even going to do much. I feel like i need a booster seat with a back 😆 but that would look silly.. im trying to figure out how to get the seat to a spot that I can actually see and reach the pedals. He also has a clutch. So I need to be able to use that, so basically get my foot to push the clutch down all the way.
I too think the spacers need to be at least twice as thick as the one's used as that bracket has to support not only a persons weight but vibration and possibly wobbling if the bolts started to get loose.........oh and don't forget lock washers......
It’s safest if you use grade 8 bolts I stated that in the description box but I couldn’t find any so I use automotive bolts as far as the spacer I agreee with randy r but the spacer I used is thick in person
I’m only ‘5 ‘’11, if I sit up straight the top of my head hits the headliner lol not to mention hitting my head getting in and out. Bro how tall are you? Nice vid
🤔 not really I can try and think of something only thing I can think of is maybe going to a auto upholstery and seeing if they can install a smaller cushion on your seat 🤔
I couldn’t find any :/ I will probably order some online and just replace it and add washers to everyone is stating that, Thanksfor the comment my friend always nice to see it
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I just did this mod today following the hardware specs you gave and maaaan is it a huge difference and instant relief on my lower back! This is by far the best mod I’ve done to my Tacoma. Thanks for the video man.
I'm not going to do my truck seat only because the way it is now it keeps my wife from driving my truck. but great video!
Haha.....
Chad Boggs 😂😂😂
😂😂😂 fucking dead
Lmfao!!! Barely reading this now but this is going to have to be a pinned comment lmfao!!
Jesse Rizo Now I am sporting a black eye from the wife (not really) over my comment but it's worth it to keep low miles on my truck till I get it on some trails. thanks man
I would recommend using heavy duty washers vs a spacer. Washers you can add or remove until you get the level desired.
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I like your mod so much that I went and Bought the bolts. As a spacer I decided to use a washer stack from tractor supply. This way it’s almost infinitely adjustable. Once I reach the perfect height for me, I’ll weld a bead down a couple sides of the stack to make it solid.
Starting it tomorrow.
Yeah i noticed with large trucks, they make them for taller people in general so this is a very practical and smart adjustment hack. Nicely done and probably the first tutorial on this on youtube. 💯🔥😻
Yea my short ass is to small lmfao!!,
Thanks for watching 😁😁😁
Jess I did something like this years ago on some of my old vehicles trucks n cars, I am 5'8" & always had the same problem looking over the hood, what I did is similar to your install only difference was I used shock mounting bushings made of rubber or something else you can pick them up at part stores or ebay, the good thing is with rubber or the other material it gives you more of a cushion when you hit bumps but what I also did is mount least 1 bushing on each side of the front & 2 double stacked each side to the rear of seat, bushings are thick that after the install you gain over an inch of a lift & gives you perfect view feels like you are in a truck..
I will be doing this to my truck soon I have same truck as your's 4x2 offroad & I want to say again with the rubber bushings you get a comfortable ride which I can't understand why vehicle manufactures don't install bushings between floor & seat frame nevertheless I want to mention that the bolts are going to be longer in length front & rear but they should also be hardened bolts not soft bolts being if they are not hardened in an accident the heads of the bolt could snap off causing serious injury just to note that being manufactures are using hardened bolts as well for that reason, good video keep em going👍
I’d honestly be willing to try it lol just to see the difference 🤔 I believe you on comfort I just would want to give it a go,
Thanks my friend I really do appreciate it :)
Where did you get the rubber bushings?
@@bruisedbanana3944You can check local part stores or ebay sometimes specialty hardware stores carry thick rubber bushings but ebay would be first place I would check.
How big did you get them
@@bruisedbanana3944 They was the basic black bushings that goes top & bottom of shocks, they have others today I seen that are taller made from different material but I like rubber ones for better cushion, I happen to go on ebay they have em but you only need the basic flat rubber ones they go for under 5$ you would need 6 total for each seat 2 to the front 1 on each side, 4 for the back 2 double stacked unless you want to go three stacked for each side to rear that would give you plenty of a high chair effect seeing easly over hood though keep in mind front & rear bolt sizes will change & suggest to use hardened bolts only which you can get at hardware stores so measure out what size you need & what you want to consider is to use flat washers top & bottom they sometimes come with rubber bushings I seen them if anything else just get washers at hardware store it's all worth it if you want the higher effect it rides much better & get a way better over look in front of the truck..
Those bolts are not high grade bolts like the factory ones. You should use high strength bolts for safety in the event of a crash.
I’ve since upgraded to grade 8 bolts with washers and lock washers, in the description box I had stated that lol but thanks for being concerned I appreciate it :)!!
@@JesseRizo what size where the grade 8 bolts ?
@@gcastillo187 Where can one get grade 8 bolts?
@@JesseRizoJust found out about this simple mod. Where can one get grade 8 bolts? Keep up the great work!
@@HuyH lowes
Always had this video in my “LIKES” .. after almost 2 years I finally did this mod.. thanks Jesse ... this mod was overdue for me.. 5’5” here, so yeah big difference.. I see these EBAY jokers trying to sell this mod as a kit for $50.. Lol.. what a joke.. a little over $12 out da door at Home Depot.. thanks Rizzo keep up these great videos 👍🏼
This is absolutely ingenious Rob knows what's up and I really enjoy watching smart stuff like this and I know this helped out a ton of people! Again gorgeous truck glad every video is bringing it one step closer to perfection for you!
Right shit made a huge difference to lol!!,
Thanks bro ur always great with the awesome comments 😁
You need washers on those bolts bro!
Thanks bro I’ll get some on there :)!!!
Great idea man. I never thought adding height to the front mounts as a good idea. It hits my thighs already. Thanks!
Wait for this sundays video :) a company made a product that works perfect and much safer
Good video. However, I went hunting for the bolts and the metal spacers, not only to a hardware store but to a home improvement store. The bolts were easy to find. But the spacers were not. All they had were plastic. So I improvised. I purchased (3 ) 3/8 inch nuts whose diameter were slightly larger than the bolt's diameter. I stacked them one on top of the other and created the desired metal spacer. Tightened the bolts nice and tight. Worked like a charm. (lock washers would be advisable as well). What's good about this is that the nuts can be added or subtracted for the desired height with the proper bolt.
This is great. Thanks for sharing. As for spaces i m going to use something different so there is no open space under the seat frame.
I used the 3/4” tall thick walled bushings for my truck with a wide area washer placed on top and bottom of bushing. I used a washer under the head of the bolt also. I bought everything at Ace Hardware. Great video
I most likely will be getting the washer soon everyone keeps stating that I might get it just to be safe lol,
Thanks for the tip and watching my friend thank you
Thanks Jesse! Just finished this simple mod. The only thing I did differently was I added washers. Now it feels like I'm in a truck. 🤙🤙
I followed your instructions and went to Lowes and installed today and it all fits and works perfect. Thank you so much for the tip. (5 foot 5") ....now I can see over the hood.
I did mine few days ago I couldn’t find the spacers so I used washers. Now the set feels better to set in and see better over the steering wheel.
I feel like the washers would be more sturdy everyone in the comments says I should get washers for it ima do it just to be safe lol,
Yea man well I’m only 5’5 😂 lol but it defenitly helped a lot
The way you said “like I was in a low rider or someting” was fucking perfect! Your the best bean there is
Thanks for the support :)!!!
Thanks Jesse and Rob,, Great Video,, just did this to my 2016 TACOMA, I USED GRADE 10,1 HARDEN BOLTS , Now I CAN SEE OVER THE HOOD. .. 3 years driving like I was in a low rider...LOL, upstate NY.
You welcome my friend :)!! And thank you, where did u find the bolts I finally switched my for grade 8 bolts and got lock washers to be a little safer lol but where did u get the grade 10 :)?? And hahahah exactly how it felt before right LOL
@@JesseRizo Hi Jesse, check out Belmetric.com they sell all hardware for Toyota . great site. they have 10.9 bolts . hardened washers, just about all you need for Toyota. Peace my friend.
Thanks friend :)!!
Great tip! Did not feel that great until I compared to passenger side without the spacer.
Great tip I’m not short but not a fan of the position of the seat in my Taco
Hey brother. I bought the hardware you suggested and wow! What a difference. Thank you!
I used hockey pucks. They are 1” thick, and they fit perfectly into the recessed area on the floor where the seat bolt hole is located. They are also black, which blends in nicely with the cover cap re-installed.
Do you have a part number for the hockey pucks or could you steer me in the right direction?
@@russgaddy I just used ice hockey pucks, bought the longer bolts and put the seat rear mounting feet on the pucks and put the longer bolts through the foot hole, through the puck and into the threads.
@@russgaddy Just go to a sporting goods store and grab 2 pucks, they’re about 1-2 dollars per puck
These Tacoma seats really do need this adjustment! Plus they lowered the 3rd gen seats down. My 2nd gen is the perfect height for a 5'8" manlet like me. Great install video!
Or atleast more control of adjusting the seat for us short people lmfao ur hieght is ok I’m barely hitting 5’6 lol, really the 2nd gen doesn’t sit the same I sat in my friends and even he agreeed with me lol
Hi, very sorry to bother but I wondering if you could make an updated guide on how to install it with all the new equipment you mention in other ppls comments like the lock washers, washers and grade 8 bolts. I totally understand if you can’t tho. Keep up the great work man!
Another good video, I also saw this in Throbbnation. Followed the parts list and it worked well on my 2009 Tacoma.
Thanks to both of you, keep up the good work, us height challenged guys need any help we can get. LOL!
Thanks my friend, yea he’s the one who recommended me this mod lol,
Lol yea we have to stick together lol!!
Cool upgrade, I am only 5’6 and take delivery next week of my Tacoma, will probably need to do the same. Just a heads up, use the old washers and throw some loctite on those bolts.
I’m about the same hieght just under 5’6 lol, congrats man when u do take delivery,
And thanks for the tip my friend I will 👍 thank you for watching
Jesse Rizo December 28-29 the model and specs I wanted is coming from Florida to Montana, desert sand TRD O/R with access cab. In the meantime watching Tacoma vids.
Another excellent video. I saw Rob's before I saw yours. Looks like a common sense improvement for the seating position. Nice job!
Scott
Thank you my friend :)!!!
Yea I’ve since threw in some grade 8 bolts lock washers and washers just to be safe I saw both on his comments and on mine a bunch of people stating that so I just did it rather be safe then sorry lol
@@JesseRizo Smart move! Your truck is coming along nicely.
“I feel like l’m driving a low rider” 😂😂😂 good upload. My friend did the same mod on his 1 first gen but he used craftsman socket’s.
Lmfao that was the best way I can describe it hahaha,
Yea I need to upgrade my tools I have mostly harbor freight ones lol,
Thanks for watching :)!!
I’m short also and was surprised to find the regular seating position to be ok. I used to drive a 2013 f150 Supercrew 4x4 and could adjust the seat so I rode really high, so don’t be discouraged from looking at a Tacoma because you’re short!
If he has an accident those bolts will punch through the seat anchor points. Who knows if the other non-modded bolts will be able to withstand and hold the rest of the seat down or slam him up to the roof.
Let’s hope not I’ve changed grade 8 bolts and washers and lock washers pretty much stock now with an extension
No they wont LOL
Awesomeness 🤯. I'm 5'6, so I have the same issue 😲. Right now.. I just scoot up to the edge of the seat to try and see over the hood 😃.. when parking👍🏼. I gotta try this.. when I get back. Thanks mang. 🤙🏼
Lol so we about the same 😂👍,
Same here hahahah then sometimes when I go off-roading and hit a smal opsticale I can’t see cuz he trucks all side ways lmfao,
Just try and find grade 8 bolts everyone is stating that in the comments I couldn’t find any so I just got automotive bolts lol
Hahaha.. right! Sheesh never thought of that😲🤯. Being all tilted and stuff🤙🏼. One thing worse, for me, is going up hill and then when you're about to level off, I usually have whoever is with me to get out and check if I'm good😁😎🤗. Lol. Like I said, whenever you go again.. let mofos' know.🍻👍🏼 And that grade 8 bolt.. idk.. I will ask my uncle, he's a mechanic, he might know about it/where to get it.👍🏼😋. Hey.. us short peeps gotta stick together 🤜🏼🤛🏼🤝🤟🏻
If u find where to get them let me know I want to swap mine just to be safe,
And you got that right lol 😎
The seats are probably designed like that because of the smaller overall height of the interior cab. Raising the seat up would probably make the seat more comfortable for people with longer legs. I do have to wonder why the 4runner has height adjustable seats though.
Cool way to save money and very clever. However, this project too way longer than anticipated. I could not for the life of me get the left side bolt to match up with the hole. I’ll insert the bolt first without spacer and washer and it screws right in. But then I go to Jack it up, insert spacer and washer and the bolt will just not line up to screw in. Will need to think of something else. Right side has no issues though.
Thanks for the shoutout!!! Awesome install! I love mine!! A huge 👍
Your welcome my friend :)!!! Thanks for the idea I’m super thrilled with it it no doubt made a difference for me lol!!,
Like u stated it feels like a truck now lol
Thanks for watching :)!!
Dude thank you! Just traded in my 2015 for 2019 trd pro, and I'm 5'1. Had no problem in 2015, but hubby picking up truck today, and he told me seat was the same...At least I know the easy way to fix it. Had to do something similar to a yamaha yxz 1000. FFS. It's like nothing wants me to see the damned road. lol He has a Dodge, so everything is lower to him.
You welcome :)!!!!
I would try getting lock washers and washers and grade 8 bolts as well just to make it safer
Great idea. Works great. They didn’t have spacers so I used 1” of washers 😳🤷🏻♂️
I think I want to try that method a couple people in the comments said the same thing lol
Thanks for watching 👍
This is a Great Fix I would definitely recommend it for anyone that is having a similar issue!!
Great vidio,glad I have a driver side power seat to raise me up.
Thanks man this mod helped I feel like I’m in a truck now not a Corolla on stilts!
You got it man 👍 and if possible get lock washers and washers for the bolts 👍 thanks for watching :)
Awesome Mod and one I will be looking into once my Tacoma arrives. Does anyone know the torque specs for the seats?
This is OK for the backend but for the front I would HIGLY recommend the lifters from Desert Does It. They're solid, safer and include the tab that goes into the hole at the bottom and a hole for the seat rail at its top for a secure fit. They're pricey ($99) but WAY WORTH IT! They even come with predrilled holes on their fronts for the available Molle like mesh that can be used to mount a flashlight or small extinguisher. I'm 6' 0 and it makes it FAR more comfortable on long drives..
Would this type of seat adjuster work on a ram ? Can’t find anything on the ram solution but this seems like it can work on a lot of different trucks
Thanks for making this bro. Im a short guy too standing only 5’2 so its hard for me to drive low. Thanks for sharing this bro!! Keep safe and Godbless.
I have a super long torso and I have legit no head room with the seats all the way down in a 2020. My truck is the exact same and it really bums me out I might have to trade it back after 3 days
Me being 6.4
The seat from factory is already too tall. My head hits the ceiling.
This is what’s keeping me from getting a Tacoma.
If we have a “reverse fix” to make the seat lower...
I’ll be looking for my first Tacoma in the spring.
Looking forward to your response.
Thank you.
I hear that a lot I wish they made the seats more versatile for any hieght,
I wonder if going to an upolhstry shop and getting a smaller cushion or something 🤔
6'4"!? Bro you need a big boy Truck 😂 not a midget truck 😂
Sweett. My dad has an 06 and he literally has bathroom towels on the seat so he can see better. Ima tell him about this
If he does proceed have him look and see if he can find grade 8 bolts and throw a wash on it a lot if people in the comments have been stating that lol,
Jesse, great video. Thanks, Adam
Thanks for watching :)
I drove a 2004 kia sedona the other day and they have 100x more comfortable driver seat than my 2nd gen tacoma. Has thigh adjuster and butt adjuster. Feels like sitting in a very comfy bucket chair. Come on toyota!!!
Thanks Jessie for the detailed video and part #'s
Great video. But I’d suggest securing the bolts to the torque spec. After all you wouldn’t want the bolts to shear in a accident.
Thanks for the tip my friend :)
Do you happen to know the torque specs for the drivers seat?
That was great very well put together … thanks bro
had worked on the seat modification, however came across an obstacle relating to a tight rear bolt on the driver side . Bolt is so tight, couldn't take it off, so i am going to have to return the items you suggested back to the store.
Thanks for this vid! Totally going to do this! I'm not tall either lol
Nice!!! I saw throbnation posted something about that but that’s a nice difference 👍
Yea he is the one who told me I should try it out lol I’m defenitly happy he mentioned this to me it made a difference forsure lol!!,
Hope all is well man 🤙
And I’m running a high lift jack giveWay right now if u want to enter 👍
Thank you for the good video - where did you get the bolts and exactly what did you buy / specs? Thanks
I’m the description box of the video my friend
I want to do the opposite, I need the seat lower. The 3rd gen Tacomas have basically zero steering wheel adjustment and my legs are cramped under the wheel. Do they make seat brackets that go lower? I can't find any. Alternatively can the steering wheel be raised at all?
No they don’t,
Steering wheel should be adjustable if you look under the steering wheel on ur left side of the steering wheel column at the bottom there should be a black lever that allows you to adjust the steering wheels height
@@JesseRizo Yes, and it allows for about 1" of travel upwards which is not enough. Im looking for a lower seat rail or some type of mod to allow for more steering wheel movement. Mazda allowed for nearly 4 inches of travel, Toyota really didnt think this through. If you google this issue there are tons of people with this thought, I cant believe a solution hasent been made yet.
I have an '07 (2nd gen) and I tried out a third Gen. Hated it. Windshield is at an odd angle, roof seems lower and the seat position sucks. I thought they were going to have power seats according to an article I read a while back but this one didn't have it. I swear the designer was only 5' 5..
Hey what's up buddy how you doing yeah I'm going to tell you one thing it makes a big difference it feel like I'm driving a new truck I have to do the passenger side because my wife she also knows the difference and she says there's a big difference for her cuz she's short but it makes a big difference those spaces all I need is a little back pillow for my back
Yea man I’m glad my friend throbbnation showed me this little hack lol I may try and find grade 8 bolts though everyone in the comments is saying to get those? Lol,
How tall r u if u don’t mind me asking
5.9 lol
Shoot lol I’m 5’5-5’6
I'm a small guy and the Tacoma seat sits to high in my opinion I like sitting low I want my seat to go down 2 inches it, I do agree that the front of seat sits to high so jacking the back up will fix that but I don't want my seat any higher
This an very out of the box mod but I think that affects the safety aspect of the the actual seats just be aware that if you do this mod and you get in a wreck that mod you installed under neath your rear seat anchor points might fail
I hope not thanks for the tip though 👍
Hi Jesse!!! I am definitely short too lololol!!! I have my seat as high as I can get it!!! Lolol!!! Sockets I have used before!!! Ooh!!! So far I understand completely what your doing!!!! The cap fits back on and you can’t see it with the mats!!! You can really tell a difference!!! In how your sitting more higher up!!! I think my only issue would be is that my husband is taller lololol!!!! Lolol!!! I loved this easy install Jesse I loved your video!!!! Xoxo Pam 💖💝💖💝
Gotta put some pillows under there pam 👍, lol then he won’t be able to drive the car anymore lol,
Thank you so much Pam :)
I think you used up all the exclamation points available on the internet!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks for this video. This is one install ill be doing soon!!!!!
You welcome thank you for watching :)!!! I do recommend u try and find grade 8 bolts, washers, & lock washers just to be a little more safe grade 8 bolts are a lot stronger then the ones I used 👍
Thinking about doing this I saw throbbnations video on this as well. Comes in clutch!
Yea he said it’ll help me since I’m short and it defenitly did lol
Thx Jesse Rizo & Rob easy fix makes a huge difference
Great content as always jesse, keep it up! Rob was thrilled with this mod lol. I am 6'1" but still would like to try this mod, the sitting position in the tacoma is not the best, not that i really need the height, but to level the seat a little bit. If you can, please let me know if this new set up isnt uncomfortable, or maybe hurts your back during long drives, i suffer from back injuries and it could help me make the decision, thanks in advance.
Javi S I did mine more for comfort than height. Just seemed the seating position was off and needed to be more level. I agree with Jesse...felt more like a low rider before😁
I totally agree with that comment, low rider describes it perfectly. Thanks for the answer rob, i think i will go for it 😉
😂 it was what came to mind lmfao
Thanks for showing me this Rob it helped a lot!! :)
Thanks javi:)!!!, maybe with a smaller spacer 🤔 or as randy in the comments mentioned to try it with just washers, I havnt driven the truck a lot since the install but I should be traveling this coming weekend then I’ll be able to find out :) 👍
Thanks for watching my friend
Very good video Jesse this was great! Very nice and helpful keep it up dude :D
Thanks man :)!!
So you changed the bolt and spacer? To what? What grade bolt?
Such a great idea! that’s my next mod/thing to do. Good job man! Love your truck and your videos. Keep it up.
Ithelps a lot I’m 5’5 so it helped lol, I would recommend getting grade 8 bolts and washers and lock washers
One of the best mods I’ve done to my Tacoma!! Thanks Buddy!
Thanks for watching :)
You don’t feel like your slipping down forward do you?
Not at all
I have a 2017 Tacoma TRD off-road....... i’m only 5 ft 7.......... is the spacers you’ve used in an inch or an inch and a half?????...... and I’m wondering if I could possibly get different size spacers and just try to get different heights spacers and bolts to get the proper adjustment I want............ do you think this is a good idea????..... or should I just stick with the spacer you have.............. your input or anybody’s input would be very helpful.............. just wanted to know if I should get different height spacers, and try all of them and see which one I like the best.
I think it’s inch spacer a good amount of people in the comments were saying it’s better to get a 1inch washer which I’m not sure where to get that, also just disclaimer if you do this I would highly recommend getting better bolts then I showed here find a grade 8 bolt that will fit it’ll be safer and a washer and lock washer 👍, I’m 5,5 almost 5’6 just got hieght comparison, hope that helps 👍
Jesse Rizo Thank you
Jesse Rizo Just did mine today but went a little different route. I got an inch spacer, with a 3 inch bolt but the threads were close to the bottom of the bolt So I used washers on the bolt to adjust it and then use the washers on the bottom to give it even more height. So I am at an inch and a half on height...... much better!!!!.... can’t believe the difference.
It’s crazy right lol!!!! Thanks for watching my friend :) I appreciate any support I can get 👍
I first saw this mod done by Throb and I wonder why neither of you used the washer that was on the stock bolt. And how would one find the torque spec on this. I’m sure it’s not in the manual
Yea I actually talked about that in my video description box my friend
How does it feel with the front already being way to low?
Is there a way to just add electrical seats?
I just bought a 2019 Toyota Tacoma Trd sport double cab 4x4 and the driver seat doesn’t slope down. I’m 5’ 5” and I can see clearly over the hood. :)
Nice 👍
Hey im 4'11 and I cant even reach the pedals in my husbands 1996 4runner. I was looking into seat spacers but questioning if the inch is really even going to do much. I feel like i need a booster seat with a back 😆 but that would look silly.. im trying to figure out how to get the seat to a spot that I can actually see and reach the pedals. He also has a clutch. So I need to be able to use that, so basically get my foot to push the clutch down all the way.
Dang 😬 yea idk probably use those back seat cushions and a pillow 🤔?
How safe is this? I feel as if the spacers are a little too skinny
I too think the spacers need to be at least twice as thick as the one's used as that bracket has to support not only a persons weight but vibration and possibly wobbling if the bolts started to get loose.........oh and don't forget lock washers......
I used washers it works better I think.
It’s safest if you use grade 8 bolts I stated that in the description box but I couldn’t find any so I use automotive bolts as far as the spacer I agreee with randy r but the spacer I used is thick in person
Jesse Rizo I put it on the other day and so far no complaints, gotta get some lock washers though.
Yea that’s probably what I’ll do I kept seeing that in the comments it got me worried a bit lol
Great vid bro whats the part Number of specer?
I’m only ‘5 ‘’11, if I sit up straight the top of my head hits the headliner lol not to mention hitting my head getting in and out. Bro how tall are you? Nice vid
Lol ur a good hieght and I’m short man I’m 5’5 almost 5,6 😂
Thank you!!
My boy 5’5
Jesse Rizo would you recommend adding them to the front of the seat as well? I’m 5’10
Should have gone with wider base spacers, the ones you used look. Like they'd shear off in a heartbeat.
I’ve since upgraded it all lol
Amazing, thanks bro
Did you lift the front of the seat also? Or just the rear?
Just the rear to level the seat out
:) I’m 5’5 almost 5’6 and it really helped lol
Great info Jesse
Thank you :)
Any tips on lowering the seat for tall people though?
🤔 not really I can try and think of something only thing I can think of is maybe going to a auto upholstery and seeing if they can install a smaller cushion on your seat 🤔
I like the low rider lean aha but i see the benefit of this on 3rd gen. Lets off road sometime
Lmfao 😂 it’s what came to mind when I tried describing it lol,
Yea man email me jesserizoyt@gmail.com
great video, enjoyed watching. left a like.
Thank you
What headlights are those?
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Where do you buy these stuffs ?
Please will this work on a chevy traverse 2011?
Pretty staright forward install great video man 👍
Thanks for watching 😁😁👍
You should have used washers also
I’ve since upgraded the bolts to grade 8 and added washers and lock washers thanks for the tip 👍
Jesse Rizo Okay 👍🏽
Did you disconnect the battery to kill the airbag sensors?
Yea I just disconnected the negative of the battery and installed this then reinstalled the negative of the battery
Great idea bro👍👍
Thanks bro
Does this mod make a difference for the power seats?
Nice fix video bro!👊🏻
Thanks bro :)
You need to replace those bolts with a grade 8 bolt...its stronger
I couldn’t find any :/ I will probably order some online and just replace it and add washers to everyone is stating that,
Thanksfor the comment my friend always nice to see it
I really enjoy your videos
Thank you :)!!
I am buying a tacoma and I'm 5'2 hope that will help. thank you
Love it! Thanks jess!
Thanks for watching my friend