The Dodge Ram has always been an ugly truck 😂 it also has the poorest resale and worst reliability. Reliability wise they are a nightmare. The same as the Dodge Challenger and charger... Garbage reliability.
I really enjoyed this two year update. I removed the front air dam from my Tacoma also and agree it makes the truck look better. Keep up the great work!
Had my Tacoma for three years and no regrets. Only thing I don’t like about the truck is I keep getting notices about extended my warranty and dealer keep asking to buy my truck back.
I got a offer for 43k they just want to buy our truck so they can either sell us their newer one when we get to the dealer ship and see the new stocks. And because they'll upcharge our truck
I think dealership are trying to use depreciation on their favor. They want to buy your car/truck the first year or so to try to get a deal from you while keeping the 1 or 2 year old cars artificially high cost by creating artificial demand. At the same time they want you sell you a new one and get from you all those dealers charges.
I've had my 2018 sr5 for almost 4 years and I've put over 90,000 hard kms on mine (off-roading, overlanding, hauling/towing). I moved my fiance and myself into our first house, with nothing other than the truck and a dual axle trailer, it endures the harshest Canadian winters and has held up amazing, has always started in -30 celcius no issues., It just passed mvi yesterday, haven't put a single part on it yet, not even brake pads. most reliable vehicle money can buy. great video buddy.
Absolutely FANTASTIC channel and just getting better and better over time. You're a complete NATURAL my friend and I really look forward to any and every contribution you make. Thanks!
Toyota taking ownership of issues with their vehicle makes them golden to the buyer. I don't know how many people got new rust replacement truck frames that was worth more than the truck**. They are the hardest working automotive manufacturer at earning trust, and confidence. I have had a Toyota truck since 1984, and I am about ready to take delivery of my 4th Tacoma next February. Not one of these vehicles have had any drivetrain work... Maintenance, 1 water pump, batteries, bulb replacement, new wipers, tire replacement, this is my regimen for keeping them all running in top shape. **True story... One of my Toy trucks was a 1994 model, - before Tacoma they had no specific name. Well, after 18 years of driving, it was discovered to have a rusted frame. While my model year was not covered by frame replacement due to age (they drew the line at the 95 Tacoma's), I did get over Kelly Blue Book price for the truck. What other maker has that kind of resale with such a severe issue at 18 years old? They don't.
Hey Isaac, love your videos and your candor. I have a 2017 Tacoma and had a lot of issues with the shifting. I ended up getting it tuned with KDMAX 6.0 at an event in Phoenix, AZ. It made a night and day difference in the performance. You may have seen posts on the forums about that tune and I can tell you without a doubt that it's worth every dime. The truck holds gears properly, has absolutely no weird shift patterns that I've seen, and feels like it has more power, WAY better acceleration, and makes it much more of a pleasure to drive. Just figured I'd pass along the tip. Anyhow, keep up the good work. I'm looking forward to seeing more content from you in the future. God bless you in your endeavors.
Love the bit at the end about everyone loving different trucks and how that makes you happy. I have a 2020 Ranger FX4, and man I love it. Tacoma's are sweet. I'd argue there the best looking truck out there, but the seat height was a deal breaker for me. The Ranger has such a comfortable seating position. I've been blessed enough to take 2 road trips this year, and I have no problem driving it for 6+ hours. Also, I love the transmission and engine in the Ranger, it's quite zippy. As for prayers, health for my family and me would be great. Seems like there's always something that goes wrong with these bodies. God bless.
@@AlphaShark thanks for the reply. One thing I noticed is that the headrests on the back seats go pretty high up over the rear window. Do the headrests give you a hard time backing up or when you try to pass someone?
Issac Ive been following u thru this 2 yr adventure...U have brought a lot of joy and gr8 memories thru the hardest period of my life. God bless u. And I luv luv luv your truck!
I am Selvin located in Jamaica. Thanks for this 2 year review.. I just bought my 2019 Tacoma and I am simply loving it.. you have given me more confidence in the fact that I got me a good truck. God bless you
Nice review my Christian brother! I bought my 2019 Tacoma (TRD Off Road Dbl Cab Short Bd) new Jan '19....but I've put 108K miles on it - many of those in 4WD. We own a horse farm out in the middle of nowhere, and I'm always driving somewhere. I have zero issues and love the truck.
5:08 Dude, anyone who's 6'6" is going to have issues fitting in *any* normal vehicle. Don't worry, that's not a Tacoma thing. You can always just have him climb in the back, lol.
My friend is 6'6 and can fit in most midsized trucks but the Tacoma is the only one he has issues in, so when it comes to trucks I think its mostly a Tacoma thing.
@@Green8628 Why would I lie...... well, actually..... I'm 6foot 10 and a half. Add some hair and thick socks and you could call it 7ft. Lol. And this Saturday I'm embarking on a 3 week, 5000 mile journey from Florida to Colorado / Utah and back in my 2019 Tacoma TRD off-road.
Thanks for the 2 year update. I enjoy these perspectives from owners. I watched many of these vids before buying my brand new 2020 TRD Sport DCLB 4X4. I hope folks remember that this is an mid size truck. If back seating is an issue look at a Tundra or a full size domestic. I found the Auto trans quirky at first but now I’m used to it after 7 months of driving it. Love the factory heated seats living in Canada. This is my second Toyota Truck. Had a brand new 1992 V6 5spd extra-cab 4X4 for 14 trouble free years. Loved that truck and the QDR. Hoping for the same with this truck.
Glad to hear that your bug deflector is working out great for you! About a year ago I switched from the AVS Bugflector II to the AVS Aeroskin II. I had a local body shop color match the deflector to the truck and, while I think the new body-color Aeroskin II looks better, it doesn't do nearly as good a job of deflecting bugs as the Bugflector II did. Still, it does just as good a job of protecting the hood paint as the old one did. Oh well, you gain some and you lose some.
I have a 2021, so far with mine, i have found the door panel to be a lot more sturdier than the previous 3rd gens that I’ve been in and driven. Toyota must’ve heard the complaints
I recently picked up a 2021 Tacoma and both my front driver and passenger doors wobble. The passenger side is slightly worse. I'm wondering if it's because of where it was built or if there's another issue.
i used to have a Truxedo Tonneau on my old Nissan Frontier and it was a good product. Since then I have had two Tundras and have had Softtoppers on both and found those to be so much more useful than a tonneau cover especially with dogs and camping gear. Stay strong in the Faith brother!
I have a 19 SR5 as well....mine is a 4x4 long bed in white. Have about 16k mi on it now. Had zero problems other than the fuel pump recall and wave sensor recall. Did have the ECU flashed recently with an update that makes it shift a lot better too. Hope your truck treats you well in the coming years!
Great informative video Brother Isaac! I have always liked the Tacoma myself! I am currently still owning my 3rd Toyota Camry, this time is the 2019 Camry XSE. Only have just 14,100 miles on mine. I had the same safety recall on the fuel pump and never had any trouble with the original either. I will always appreciate you sharing a passage of Scripture! From one fellow Christian to another, stay Blessed! I appreciate you and your channel! Mark in Iowa.
@@AlphaShark I have to add that I found your channel and video on your Tacoma and your business back in 2019 when you first posted that you purchased the Tacoma. So I've been following you since that time! Stay Bold and strong for our Lord and Savior! Mark.
A mechanic friend told me about the "acceleration stumble" issue (the gear slipping when accelerating) and he said that's easily solved with a software upgrade.
Thinking about getting out of my 2009 Duramax as I don’t have a use for a diesel anymore and getting in a new or newer Tacoma and this pushed my decision to do it even further
I’m just going to talk about your video. I have the ‘18 SR5 I bought used with only 15K on it 6 months ago. I’ve not noticed the mirror wind noise or the door being flimsy. I’ll need to check it out just to see if I have just missed it. My mods are the LED headlights, fog & license plate light. Replaced all interior lights with LED’s (now they’re almost too bright!) I put chrome rings on my a/c controls because I like chrome. I put orange insert lettering on the glove box and the 6 little pieces on the TOYOTA emblem on the steering wheel to accent the orange door/dash accents color. I put little, black trimmed in orange rubber cubby inserts (cup holders, door panel storage, coin trays, etc.). Exterior, super nice running boards, snap-over name badges in black (SR5, V6, Tacoma) and Window visors from WearherTech. Still want a bed cover and maybe mud flaps(???) But I do love my God, wife,family, church and my truck!
Dude, great to hear the SR5 is treating you well. I have an SR5 from 2007 and it works like a clock! 4X4 and it has gone to the Colorado peaks, etc. And I am looking at replacing it soon! Looks like Gen 3 is great! Thanks, and God Bless your channel!
This review was insanely helpful! I'm scrambling to find a 21 tacoma sr , and since its so difficult because of the chip shortages I was starting to want to switch and look for another vehicle. This review really helped reaffirm just how good the vehicles are, and so I stopped looking for other trucks entirely! I'm glad you're so happy with yours, and I hope I can be just as happy when I finally get my hands on one :)
update: got my 21 sr 4x4 dc in about a month and a half ago and i love it! already got plans for some suspension and 33's next spring, as well as some other minor stuff like seat covers and a tonneau :)
Great video, these are tough trucks that are well built. I've put 30,000 on mine in year 1, and it still looks and feels brand new. I probably will go for about 300,000 and expect few problems along the way.
Just got a new to me but used 2019 Tacoma , Thanks for this video, not many videos talk about the jump on the transmission and I was worried mine was like that due to it being used. Seems like it’s a Tacoma thing & Only happens basically when entering the highway but besides that love my Tacoma ! Blessings from VA !
Transmission problem is that it up shifts to overdrive gears before it should, especially when going slow so when you lightly press on the gas, the transmission down shifts. One way to prevent that from happening is to drive in “sport mode”. In sport mode it will not shift past 4th gear unless you manually shift it. It’s a lot better around town.
I just went to Toyota today and leased a 2021 Toyota Tacoma SR5 Trail Edition in the Army Green. I get it in July and I can’t wait!! Glad your truck is holding up as well!
@Car Guy17 I just bought an Army Green 2021 Tacoma TRD Sport. Got the blackout package with the Predator running boards, roof rack, splash guards and Tonneau cover which are all black. I get compliments all the time on how good it looks.
I'm chomping at the bit to get a Tacoma so I can take it camping and do some mild offroading, but part of me really wants to wait for Gen 4. I want one with a 10 Speed transmission, an upgraded engine (hopefully more powerful and more efficient --- either a hybrid, a 4 cyl w/ turbo, or a new 6), and a more modern interior with even more features. It'd be nice if they could make the whole thing a little more comfortable like the Ridgeline, but still maintain its beastly offroad abilities. The best of both worlds. I just don't know if I can hold out until 2024-2026.
Thank you for sharing that inspirational verse. I'll be in the market for a Tacoma shortly. I miss the one I used to have, it was a '92. I've been blessed as well and will be looking for a gen3 Sport or Limited.
Nice review. I like that it’s to the point and your truck isn’t optioned out to the heavens. I’m a 34 yr old Father Of 2. When this truck market calms down and I get some coins saved up I’ll definitely be looking for this truck.
Thanks for the update, and I love that you are a Christian, that is so cool! I am a Christian as well and it’s cool to see other young people out there with faith in God.
I'm glad to see you are enjoying your Tacoma 2years out. I was watching some of your videos when I was looking at buying one. Now I've had my beautiful 2020 Cement SR5 4x4 for nearly a year. I Still look back at it when I park somewhere like I can't believe it's mine. It's been a blessing to have a new vehicle that's super dependable and handy to have a pickup truck for a change. I've done some of the same things to mine. AVS hood shield and the window ones went on day one. I installed custom seat covers, I got the black letters to fill in the tailgate, changed out all the speakers for kickers and yeah I lost those clips too. I got a bag of then on Amazon though. I don't hear mine rattle either. The trick is to not let them in the door if they don't come off with the panel. You have to squeeze they in you finger nails and pull them out and put them on the back of the panel and they won't fall in when you press the panel on again. I got new tires last week. Got a great deal on Cooper Discoverer AT at Walmart and moved up to 265/75R16. They fill the wheel wells much better and the truck looks better too. I also too the air dam thing off last week too. Much improved the looks. I liked the cover you have because it's so affordable and made well as I've seen one but I decided to get a Lomax hard tri-fold tonneau cover. I don't like that I have to take it off to haul tall items but it's not really heavy and comes off and on pretty easy. Hopefully we will see a three year video some day. Take care.
Glad to hear Michael! We're Taco brothers, I definitely think it's a blessing too. I can't believe it's MY truck! It's a humbling experience owning it. And it's so cool to hear about our similar mods, great minds think a like! Lastly yes, I cannot wait for the 3 year update either!
I'm 54. Just bought my first Taco, it is a 3rd gen. and it has the Kazoo noise. Thank you for explaining that. I will keep ignoring it because it isn't constant and I love my truck.
Mine has gone away! In a couple of weeks, I'll be uploading my 3-year update and I mention that it's completely gone, guess it fixed itself. I haven't heard it in about 8 months.
Perfect for a single guy or if it’s just you and your lady. If it’s you, your lady, and a baby in a car seat...you’ll be looking to trade up for the Tundra or F-150. Baby wasn’t in our plans when I got my Tacoma.
@@BrandonGomez-mi7tj it could work, but with a rear facing kid seat, nobody can sit in front of that seat comfortably. I've tried it, it's not ideal. my daughter just got her seat turned around, so slowly but surely she'll be fitting into the back better....until she's a teenager!
@@sasquatchhunter86 late response but not late enough for your daughter to be a teenager yet, 2 of my closest friends are 6’0 and 6’1 respectively, 190lbs and 230. they’ve had no problems with sitting in the backseat, granted no way in hell would a 3rd fit back there. as long as you and the wife aren’t both over 6’3 she’ll be alright
Toyota has an update for your transmission, take your truck to the dealership and ask them about a bulletin update for your transmission, sorry I can’t remember the bulletin number . But they do have an update.
FYI not only does the air dam help with mpg but it also creates a lower air pressure area behind the radiator to help with cooling the engine, transmission, and a/c. Manufacturers look for any gain in perceived performance at minimal cost partly for bragging and marketing reasons.
I just bought the 2022 SR5 and I’m in love with it. I had a 2015 wrangler which was a huge disappointment. The wrangler was a horrible ride, which didn’t bother me so much since it is a Jeep after all, but after 100k miles it has serious reliability issues with the engine failing at 141k. With the Tacoma I don’t feel like I had to sacrifice ride quality and features for off road capability. It has everything necessary for a comfortable daily driver and is totally capable of doing what I need off road. I don’t expect any reliability issue either. Overall it was worth the extra money and I’m super happy with the purchase.
The whistling noise is the vortex generator on the Tacoma (serious). No clip behind the door handle but it should be screwed in there. (Remove the felt to see if the screw is loose)
Great video. I upgraded my bumper, side steps and roll Bar with 301, 3 inch Stainless steel. The Bumper has saved my life on some of the High Ways to Hell that surround me, twice. You know the metal on our trucks is really as thin as a soda can. My Toyota Truck turns 27 in October. Just a thought when you consider an upgrade.
I've got a 2018 same color, short box, manual 6 speed and I love it. I never knew there were versions without hood air intake.. Makes the truck look cooler imo.
The fuel part recall is that the plastic impellor in the fuel pump was breaking down in the gas. (Denso used an inferior plastic). So it was not an electrical failure of the fuel pumps to Denso's credit but more of a material/construction problem. But I'm surprised Denso had this problem. I wonder if a contractor switched the formula for the plastic approved by Toyota?
For your wind noise. Mine developed a whistle on the passenger door. It turned out to be the window seal. I fixed it with a set of the vent visors that stick on the outside of the door. DO NOT use the ones that go in the window channel. This will exacerbate the problem.
I have a 2019 sr5 access cab. My friends have their gm, ford and chrysler vehicles in the shop way too frequently for extremely expensive recalls and repairs. My repair bill is $00.00.
I appreciate it! It means a lot, I’m a sinner saved by God’s grace, I’m not perfect. But I do my best to reflect Him in the platform I’ve been given. God can even be in truck reviews! 😂
Awesome job! I have never owned a Toyota, and only one other "SO CALLED" foreign vehicle, an '05 Accord that we will keep forever since it's the best vehicle we've ever owned in my 70 years!! I can Get GM, Ford and Chrysler plans and once my lease ends on my Silverado if I'm not forced to buy it out do to greed, I will get another Honda or toyota! Honda and Toyota vehicles are the most AMERICAN MADE Vehicles around, yes do the math! Plus they are the very best!!! We will be downsizing, no longer want or need a large Pickup so we are considering a Rav4 size through the midsize pickups! Cargo space is key! Thanks and God Bless You!!
I’ve had mine for 2 years also and I’d like to comment: - Mine has a ton of wind and road noise. It’s a truck 🤷🏻♂️ - I don’t have the loose feeling interior door panel, everything feels solid. - It’s a midsize truck 🤷🏻♂️. Your bigboi friend would fit way better in the rear seats of a Tundra crew max. -agreed about the quality of the dash. Although I HATE the orientation of the volume and next track buttons on the wheel. They’re opposite! Volume supposed to be ^ and v, Track < and >. It took forever getting used to them being opposite. - I hate my retrax pro xr tonneau. It worked great when I lived in Virginia, but up in NY, the ice freezes it solid and makes it unusable. Tried silicone spray, oil, everything. Still freezes up. 🤷🏻♂️ - I hate my headlights. It’s the SR5 and they’re just not bright at all. Not sure if I’d be down to buy a $1000 set of LED replacements. - I hate how badly the bed collapsed the leaf springs under moderate load. 800 pounds back there and it was riding on the bumpstops. 1100 lb payload my butt. Not even close! 🤷🏻♂️ - I love the adaptive cruise. -love the steering wheel (minus the aforementioned buttons) - I LOVE it’s winter performance. I got my wife to work last winter 45 minutes away in 3ft of snow, unplowed roads. I had oversized Falken Wildpeak AT3W tires on. It was more like sailing than driving. Amazing. Also: 🤷🏻♂️ 🤷🏻♂️
If you don't stop, I'm going to buy a Tacoma. I'd also like to request Alpha Shark fin stickers to slap on the back of my truck if I ever get the money saved for one :)
Great video, there was a video where the reviewer talked about the transmission shifting on acceleration he hit some button on the dash and said that it took care of the issue.
If you have an opportunity to get kdmax tune its changes the transmission dramatically. I previously had the ovtune and this one is way better. I got the super light throttle regular fuel. Please pray that God reveal all our corrupt politicians. Great video. Thanks for what you do
Hey Issac, I really enjoy your humor and good nature. It sets your reviews apart. Has anyone told you that you look and sound a lot like Jerry O'Connell the actor? See Sliders for reference
Great review. You think like me in many ways: the flimsiness and cheap feeling in some areas is hard to escape. Especially when your previous vehicle was a rock-solid, super high quality, previous generation Tacoma. Lights in bed? I remember myself looking for stuff under the tonneau at night, so I have these OEMs on my list. A bug deflector is a great accessory. It's next on my list. Engine and suspension mods? Not a fan. I respect how engineers designed this vehicle to last past 200K miles. No need to mess with the mechanicals...The transmission, I don't like so much, but I guess it is just a matter of getting used to it. Supposedly it "learns" my driving habits and adjusts to them. We'll see... Two things I wish my truck had come with: the RVM with the garage door opening system, and the front grille camera. So I'll be installing a dashcam soon. Hey, great review, Liked and Suscribed!
The only complaint I have about my 2020 Tacoma is the transmission-engine combination. I think Toyota tuned the transmission to be more conservative when it shifts to help with fuel economy. It is particularly annoying when driving in hilly areas. Turning on the ECT button helps. Probably not an issue if you have a manual. Also, the gas mileage could be better.
Why do people complain about back seat room in a mid size truck? If you want a back seat that can fit a 6’6” person, get a full size car or full size SUV. He said, ‘ I hope Toyota can add leg room in next generation.” How? Do you want them to make the truck longer? Or do you want them to reduce the already short 5’ bed to 4’6”?
Loved my '16 Tacoma, but traded it for a new F150 a few months ago. Couldnt stand the transmission shifting on the Tacoma, and all the squeaks, clunks, rattles from the dash and body mounts < started at 10k miles. The power, transmission, ride/interior noise and mpg is way better than on the F150.
Same here 17 Tacoma I'm a toyota guy but the transmission made me switch, took it to the dealer twice but they stated is normal, I wanted a tundra but it was to expensive, I got a 20 ford f150 5.0,fx4 package for 5k less than the tundra.
@@AlphaShark The Tacoma was the perfect truck for SoCal, where I was living then, squeezing in parking spots and hauling a dirt bike to desert/mnts. But back in Northern WI now, towing a boat and bombing thru snow. The F150 suites here better, u couldnt pay me to drive a full size truck in urban CA! LOL. The Tacoma was the truck i WANTED, but like I said the trans pissed me off so much. Had the gear ratios from 3rd>4th been the same ratio apart as the other gears, and it didnt try to upshift so early or slam into 4th on the highway non stop I would have dealt with the rest. BTW it was a 2WD 2.7 motor, and with the 4.88 gears and Cooper AT3s that thing went thru EVERYTHING being so light and the Trac Control. I towed 2500lbs from WI >CA doing 65mph in 4th gear, no issues at all.
I just watched a "Bros Fourr Speed" TH-cam video that dealt with installing aftermarket speakers in a Tacoma. When the brother removed the driver's side door card, I could see an L bracket bolted to the inner door to which the screw at the bottom of the door card's grab handle is fastened to. Perhaps the L bracket in your Tacoma's driver's door has come loose?
Because of Scotty Kilmer talking about the reliability of Toyota, me changing my mind from wanting a small car to a midsize truck, and researching Toyota's midsize truck (Tacoma), I was invested to save for the truck. I just got a 2020 Tacoma SR5 V6 4x2 Full-Cab 5ft Bed just 2 weeks ago, had 1 owner but "upgraded to a Tundra," and so far, I'm loving my truck. I have no bed covers for bed nor side door steps, but planning to buy the steps. When driving my truck, I did feel some weird feelings of changing gears. By the way, I don't use cruise control, so maybe that's why? Anyway, I turn on ECT Power button, and I feel less changing of gears; supposedly, it delays the change of gears when merging lanes, passing other vehicles, and used when towing. A TH-camr said "ECT Power keeps the feel of ride more steady, but spends a lil more on fuel economy," which is understandable. Anyway, glad to see your truck is still in really good condition after 2 yrs and having used it outside activities with friends and towing. My truck should hold up well too then.
Sounds like it will! I've had some issues with the transmission jumping too, I believe Toyota has a patch at the dealership for that. It's the computer not telling the truck to shift at the right time rather than the transmission itself I've been told.
Hello there! Dude, I love how you give glory to God, The Father! He blessed me with a 19' SR5 and it is doing great! I did mess it up a wittle, when I first got it and wasn't familiar with the backup camera, I relied on it a touch to much and backed into a neighbors work truck! Cracked my bumper, got a new cover BUT! turns out I bent the bumper as well. OH woe is me....
You had and you sold me when you made the statement, your Grateful and thankful to God/The Lord. 🙏👍. Thank You for your Content & Video. Praise His Holy Name 🙏
My 04 Tacoma jumps gears. If your transmission has a smooth shift it has more slip and more wear to the gears. Gear jump is a sign your transmission takes less time going into gears which means less wear.
What's funny about this video is the Tacoma is by no means a nice looking truck. Probably the ugliest of all.
What's the best looking truck in your opinion?
@@AlphaShark Some Ram models. But I just bought a 2021 Tacoma SR for the reliability and long life. And it was the cheapest too.
@@ryker4124 th-cam.com/video/A2GN_jM1DuI/w-d-xo.html
Oh hell no! Put your fist up! 😂 I love the look. To each their own.
The Dodge Ram has always been an ugly truck 😂 it also has the poorest resale and worst reliability. Reliability wise they are a nightmare. The same as the Dodge Challenger and charger... Garbage reliability.
A good kid! Hard to find these days! Bless you young man. Great video!
I really enjoyed this two year update. I removed the front air dam from my Tacoma also and agree it makes the truck look better. Keep up the great work!
Had my Tacoma for three years and no regrets. Only thing I don’t like about the truck is I keep getting notices about extended my warranty and dealer keep asking to buy my truck back.
Me too! I got an offer for about $33k recently because of the chip shortage, but I won't trade.
I got a offer for 43k they just want to buy our truck so they can either sell us their newer one when we get to the dealer ship and see the new stocks. And because they'll upcharge our truck
Keep it, it's yours!
Thats because yotas get 90 % resale value for 3 yrs from manufacturer date
I think dealership are trying to use depreciation on their favor. They want to buy your car/truck the first year or so to try to get a deal from you while keeping the 1 or 2 year old cars artificially high cost by creating artificial demand. At the same time they want you sell you a new one and get from you all those dealers charges.
I've had my 2018 sr5 for almost 4 years and I've put over 90,000 hard kms on mine (off-roading, overlanding, hauling/towing). I moved my fiance and myself into our first house, with nothing other than the truck and a dual axle trailer, it endures the harshest Canadian winters and has held up amazing, has always started in -30 celcius no issues., It just passed mvi yesterday, haven't put a single part on it yet, not even brake pads. most reliable vehicle money can buy. great video buddy.
Currently waiting on my 22 Tacoma to arrive. Can’t wait!!! Be blessed.
Absolutely FANTASTIC channel and just getting better and better over time. You're a complete NATURAL my friend and I really look forward to any and every contribution you make. Thanks!
Thank you!
Very well done video. Appreciate the boldness in your faith. Keep up the good work brother!
Toyota taking ownership of issues with their vehicle makes them golden to the buyer. I don't know how many people got new rust replacement truck frames that was worth more than the truck**. They are the hardest working automotive manufacturer at earning trust, and confidence. I have had a Toyota truck since 1984, and I am about ready to take delivery of my 4th Tacoma next February. Not one of these vehicles have had any drivetrain work... Maintenance, 1 water pump, batteries, bulb replacement, new wipers, tire replacement, this is my regimen for keeping them all running in top shape.
**True story... One of my Toy trucks was a 1994 model, - before Tacoma they had no specific name. Well, after 18 years of driving, it was discovered to have a rusted frame. While my model year was not covered by frame replacement due to age (they drew the line at the 95 Tacoma's), I did get over Kelly Blue Book price for the truck. What other maker has that kind of resale with such a severe issue at 18 years old? They don't.
Beauty is definitely in the eye of the beholder
Hey Isaac, love your videos and your candor. I have a 2017 Tacoma and had a lot of issues with the shifting. I ended up getting it tuned with KDMAX 6.0 at an event in Phoenix, AZ. It made a night and day difference in the performance. You may have seen posts on the forums about that tune and I can tell you without a doubt that it's worth every dime. The truck holds gears properly, has absolutely no weird shift patterns that I've seen, and feels like it has more power, WAY better acceleration, and makes it much more of a pleasure to drive. Just figured I'd pass along the tip. Anyhow, keep up the good work. I'm looking forward to seeing more content from you in the future. God bless you in your endeavors.
I will definitely look into that! Thank you so much!
Great video! Very complete review! Hopefully you have that truck for a long time with absolutely zero problems.
Love the bit at the end about everyone loving different trucks and how that makes you happy. I have a 2020 Ranger FX4, and man I love it. Tacoma's are sweet. I'd argue there the best looking truck out there, but the seat height was a deal breaker for me. The Ranger has such a comfortable seating position. I've been blessed enough to take 2 road trips this year, and I have no problem driving it for 6+ hours. Also, I love the transmission and engine in the Ranger, it's quite zippy. As for prayers, health for my family and me would be great. Seems like there's always something that goes wrong with these bodies. God bless.
I will be praying! Thank you for the kind words and sounds like the perfect truck for you
You're a cool dude. Many blessings my brother!
I'm only as cool as God made me
@@AlphaShark Amen brother
Great video. I’m shocked about the heated seats. Didn’t know that was possible aftermarket.
They’re honestly wonderful, and so cheap? It was a steal! They can do it on any car apparently.
I added aftermarket heated seats to my FJ cruiser. One of the best mods I've ever done.
I recently ordered a 2021 Tacoma SR5 Trail Edition in the Cement color. Gotta wait a month to pick it up. Can't wait to get it!
That’s awesome Phil! Keep us updated when you receive it!
Awesome truck I have that same truck got mine in December I'm 6 months in 6500 miles later
@@AlphaShark thanks for the reply. One thing I noticed is that the headrests on the back seats go pretty high up over the rear window. Do the headrests give you a hard time backing up or when you try to pass someone?
Great video! My 2017 Tacoma has held up great. No complaints. I really love these trucks. Always enjoy your videos!
Thanks Nate
Issac Ive been following u thru this 2 yr adventure...U have brought a lot of joy and gr8 memories thru the hardest period of my life. God bless u. And I luv luv luv your truck!
God bless you too, I’m so happy I could bring you that happiness. It’s honestly a blessing to make people smile and cheer them up😊
@@AlphaShark Skits....we need more skits. U r are a very good comedic actor.
@@lastwhtknight3002 Will do!
What a great way to end a very informative video. Way to go AS!
Thank you!
I am Selvin located in Jamaica. Thanks for this 2 year review.. I just bought my 2019 Tacoma and I am simply loving it.. you have given me more confidence in the fact that I got me a good truck. God bless you
Wonderful! Great update!
Nice review my Christian brother! I bought my 2019 Tacoma (TRD Off Road Dbl Cab Short Bd) new Jan '19....but I've put 108K miles on it - many of those in 4WD. We own a horse farm out in the middle of nowhere, and I'm always driving somewhere. I have zero issues and love the truck.
108k on a 19??? Wow that's incredible! God bless you and I hope it lasts you a long time and serves you well
@@AlphaShark son drives a 2002 - 245j miles. TRD off road 4x4.
5:08 Dude, anyone who's 6'6" is going to have issues fitting in *any* normal vehicle. Don't worry, that's not a Tacoma thing. You can always just have him climb in the back, lol.
My friend is 6'6 and can fit in most midsized trucks but the Tacoma is the only one he has issues in, so when it comes to trucks I think its mostly a Tacoma thing.
I’m 4’9” and I can’t fit in a smart car
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I'm 6ft10 and 270. I have no issues driving mine long distance.
@@GATORADDAM 6’10 I don’t believe you. But DAMN if you are.
@@Green8628
Why would I lie...... well, actually..... I'm 6foot 10 and a half. Add some hair and thick socks and you could call it 7ft. Lol.
And this Saturday I'm embarking on a 3 week, 5000 mile journey from Florida to Colorado / Utah and back in my 2019 Tacoma TRD off-road.
Thanks for the 2 year update. I enjoy these perspectives from owners. I watched many of these vids before buying my brand new 2020 TRD Sport DCLB 4X4. I hope folks remember that this is an mid size truck. If back seating is an issue look at a Tundra or a full size domestic. I found the Auto trans quirky at first but now I’m used to it after 7 months of driving it. Love the factory heated seats living in Canada. This is my second Toyota Truck. Had a brand new 1992 V6 5spd extra-cab 4X4 for 14 trouble free years. Loved that truck and the QDR. Hoping for the same with this truck.
Had a 88 and just got a 22.
Glad to hear that your bug deflector is working out great for you! About a year ago I switched from the AVS Bugflector II to the AVS Aeroskin II. I had a local body shop color match the deflector to the truck and, while I think the new body-color Aeroskin II looks better, it doesn't do nearly as good a job of deflecting bugs as the Bugflector II did. Still, it does just as good a job of protecting the hood paint as the old one did. Oh well, you gain some and you lose some.
1 minute into the video and I already hit the thumbs up.
I always hit like b4 I play Isaacs vids.
I really needed that verse. Thank you so much 🙏
I have a 2021, so far with mine, i have found the door panel to be a lot more sturdier than the previous 3rd gens that I’ve been in and driven. Toyota must’ve heard the complaints
I recently picked up a 2021 Tacoma and both my front driver and passenger doors wobble. The passenger side is slightly worse. I'm wondering if it's because of where it was built or if there's another issue.
i used to have a Truxedo Tonneau on my old Nissan Frontier and it was a good product. Since then I have had two Tundras and have had Softtoppers on both and found those to be so much more useful than a tonneau cover especially with dogs and camping gear. Stay strong in the Faith brother!
Hey man, I’m one of those tall dudes that doesn’t fit in your back seat very well 😂 great video, great truck
I have a 19 SR5 as well....mine is a 4x4 long bed in white. Have about 16k mi on it now. Had zero problems other than the fuel pump recall and wave sensor recall. Did have the ECU flashed recently with an update that makes it shift a lot better too. Hope your truck treats you well in the coming years!
New subscriber & I just bought a 2019 TacomaTRD off road. Enjoyed your video. God bless you!
Awesome! God bless you too! Enjoy your truck
Great informative video Brother Isaac! I have always liked the Tacoma myself! I am currently still owning my 3rd Toyota Camry, this time is the 2019 Camry XSE. Only have just 14,100 miles on mine. I had the same safety recall on the fuel pump and never had any trouble with the original either. I will always appreciate you sharing a passage of Scripture! From one fellow Christian to another, stay Blessed! I appreciate you and your channel! Mark in Iowa.
Thank you Mark, God bless you 😁
@@AlphaShark I have to add that I found your channel and video on your Tacoma and your business back in 2019 when you first posted that you purchased the Tacoma. So I've been following you since that time! Stay Bold and strong for our Lord and Savior! Mark.
@@marksmith4582 I will! I will just keep getting bolder and bolder for Him.
Dude I love your Camry choice. Sweet car. Paired w a Tacoma!
Great video. 1st video of yours I’ve ever seen. Like the positive attitude. 👍🏼
I’m in the market for a Tacoma this year.
A mechanic friend told me about the "acceleration stumble" issue (the gear slipping when accelerating) and he said that's easily solved with a software upgrade.
I’ve got the 2021 model and they’ve fixed it. It really was just a simple software upgrade
Please pray that I’ll be a Tacoma owner in a couple of months 🙏🏽, and for prices to be reasonable!
Great video!
Thinking about getting out of my 2009 Duramax as I don’t have a use for a diesel anymore and getting in a new or newer Tacoma and this pushed my decision to do it even further
Awesome, glad to hear it, I love this truck
I’m just going to talk about your video. I have the ‘18 SR5 I bought used with only 15K on it 6 months ago. I’ve not noticed the mirror wind noise or the door being flimsy. I’ll need to check it out just to see if I have just missed it. My mods are the LED headlights, fog & license plate light. Replaced all interior lights with LED’s (now they’re almost too bright!) I put chrome rings on my a/c controls because I like chrome. I put orange insert lettering on the glove box and the 6 little pieces on the TOYOTA emblem on the steering wheel to accent the orange door/dash accents color. I put little, black trimmed in orange rubber cubby inserts (cup holders, door panel storage, coin trays, etc.). Exterior, super nice running boards, snap-over name badges in black (SR5, V6, Tacoma) and Window visors from WearherTech. Still want a bed cover and maybe mud flaps(???) But I do love my God, wife,family, church and my truck!
Dude, great to hear the SR5 is treating you well. I have an SR5 from 2007 and it works like a clock! 4X4 and it has gone to the Colorado peaks, etc. And I am looking at replacing it soon! Looks like Gen 3 is great! Thanks, and God Bless your channel!
This review was insanely helpful! I'm scrambling to find a 21 tacoma sr , and since its so difficult because of the chip shortages I was starting to want to switch and look for another vehicle. This review really helped reaffirm just how good the vehicles are, and so I stopped looking for other trucks entirely! I'm glad you're so happy with yours, and I hope I can be just as happy when I finally get my hands on one :)
I'll pray you can get one soon!
Too bad, the Ridgeline is a much better truck (unless you hardcore offroad...)
I'm taking delivery in a few days on a 22 SR DC 4x4.
update: got my 21 sr 4x4 dc in about a month and a half ago and i love it! already got plans for some suspension and 33's next spring, as well as some other minor stuff like seat covers and a tonneau :)
@@jasonallen6836 how long is the wait time nowadays?
Great video, these are tough trucks that are well built. I've put 30,000 on mine in year 1, and it still looks and feels brand new. I probably will go for about 300,000 and expect few problems along the way.
Let's hope so for both of us!
Nice video. Just saw the one year one and didn’t realize you had a two year video as well.
Just got a new to me but used 2019 Tacoma ,
Thanks for this video, not many videos talk about the jump on the transmission and I was worried mine was like that due to it being used.
Seems like it’s a Tacoma thing & Only happens basically when entering the highway but besides that love my Tacoma !
Blessings from VA !
get it tuned if u get the problem later on
Transmission problem is that it up shifts to overdrive gears before it should, especially when going slow so when you lightly press on the gas, the transmission down shifts. One way to prevent that from happening is to drive in “sport mode”. In sport mode it will not shift past 4th gear unless you manually shift it.
It’s a lot better around town.
Dude! Great video. Thanks!
Good video as usual! 😎👍 Amen brother!!
I just went to Toyota today and leased a 2021 Toyota Tacoma SR5 Trail Edition in the Army Green. I get it in July and I can’t wait!! Glad your truck is holding up as well!
Awesome! Sounds like it's gonna be great!
@@AlphaShark can’t wait! 😁
@Car Guy17 I just bought an Army Green 2021 Tacoma TRD Sport. Got the blackout package with the Predator running boards, roof rack, splash guards and Tonneau cover which are all black. I get compliments all the time on how good it looks.
@@lc7192 sounds awesome! I don’t get mine till July but I’ve showed people already what it’ll look like and they love it.
@@lc7192 That sounds awesome!
I'm chomping at the bit to get a Tacoma so I can take it camping and do some mild offroading, but part of me really wants to wait for Gen 4. I want one with a 10 Speed transmission, an upgraded engine (hopefully more powerful and more efficient --- either a hybrid, a 4 cyl w/ turbo, or a new 6), and a more modern interior with even more features. It'd be nice if they could make the whole thing a little more comfortable like the Ridgeline, but still maintain its beastly offroad abilities. The best of both worlds. I just don't know if I can hold out until 2024-2026.
I caved last week I couldn’t wait any longer lol
The V6 is fine. Get a custom exhaust, install a Cold Air Intake and then get a tune chip and you are GTG
@@JohnDoe-bp6xe what’s a tune chip?
Thank you for sharing that inspirational verse. I'll be in the market for a Tacoma shortly. I miss the one I used to have, it was a '92. I've been blessed as well and will be looking for a gen3 Sport or Limited.
The whistle noise also accures in my tundra. Quick fix...window blind. Stopped the noise instantly. God bless
Nice review. I like that it’s to the point and your truck isn’t optioned out to the heavens. I’m a 34 yr old Father Of 2. When this truck market calms down and I get some coins saved up I’ll definitely be looking for this truck.
Great vid! Keep 'em coming!
He is freaking 6’6” he is a giant. He needs a card custom made.
Thanks for the update, and I love that you are a Christian, that is so cool! I am a Christian as well and it’s cool to see other young people out there with faith in God.
That's awesome Austin! Thank you for the encouragement
I’m agnostic
Calm down incel
Great review! Thank you for sharing!!
I'm glad to see you are enjoying your Tacoma 2years out. I was watching some of your videos when I was looking at buying one. Now I've had my beautiful 2020 Cement SR5 4x4 for nearly a year. I Still look back at it when I park somewhere like I can't believe it's mine. It's been a blessing to have a new vehicle that's super dependable and handy to have a pickup truck for a change. I've done some of the same things to mine. AVS hood shield and the window ones went on day one. I installed custom seat covers, I got the black letters to fill in the tailgate, changed out all the speakers for kickers and yeah I lost those clips too. I got a bag of then on Amazon though. I don't hear mine rattle either.
The trick is to not let them in the door if they don't come off with the panel. You have to squeeze they in you finger nails and pull them out and put them on the back of the panel and they won't fall in when you press the panel on again.
I got new tires last week. Got a great deal on Cooper Discoverer AT at Walmart and moved up to 265/75R16. They fill the wheel wells much better and the truck looks better too. I also too the air dam thing off last week too. Much improved the looks.
I liked the cover you have because it's so affordable and made well as I've seen one but I decided to get a Lomax hard tri-fold tonneau cover. I don't like that I have to take it off to haul tall items but it's not really heavy and comes off and on pretty easy.
Hopefully we will see a three year video some day.
Take care.
Glad to hear Michael! We're Taco brothers, I definitely think it's a blessing too. I can't believe it's MY truck! It's a humbling experience owning it. And it's so cool to hear about our similar mods, great minds think a like! Lastly yes, I cannot wait for the 3 year update either!
May God continue, to bless you, in your endeavors.
I'm 54. Just bought my first Taco, it is a 3rd gen. and it has the Kazoo noise. Thank you for explaining that. I will keep ignoring it because it isn't constant and I love my truck.
Mine has gone away! In a couple of weeks, I'll be uploading my 3-year update and I mention that it's completely gone, guess it fixed itself. I haven't heard it in about 8 months.
Perfect for a single guy or if it’s just you and your lady. If it’s you, your lady, and a baby in a car seat...you’ll be looking to trade up for the Tundra or F-150. Baby wasn’t in our plans when I got my Tacoma.
So you don’t recommend this truck for a couple with one baby?
@@BrandonGomez-mi7tj it could work, but with a rear facing kid seat, nobody can sit in front of that seat comfortably. I've tried it, it's not ideal. my daughter just got her seat turned around, so slowly but surely she'll be fitting into the back better....until she's a teenager!
@@sasquatchhunter86 late response but not late enough for your daughter to be a teenager yet, 2 of my closest friends are 6’0 and 6’1 respectively, 190lbs and 230.
they’ve had no problems with sitting in the backseat, granted no way in hell would a 3rd fit back there.
as long as you and the wife aren’t both over 6’3 she’ll be alright
Toyota has an update for your transmission, take your truck to the dealership and ask them about a bulletin update for your transmission, sorry I can’t remember the bulletin number . But they do have an update.
FYI not only does the air dam help with mpg but it also creates a lower air pressure area behind the radiator to help with cooling the engine, transmission, and a/c. Manufacturers look for any gain in perceived performance at minimal cost partly for bragging and marketing reasons.
Eh, I have yet to have any issues relating to those things and I’ve had no air dam for over a year, and loving itttttttt
I just bought the 2022 SR5 and I’m in love with it. I had a 2015 wrangler which was a huge disappointment. The wrangler was a horrible ride, which didn’t bother me so much since it is a Jeep after all, but after 100k miles it has serious reliability issues with the engine failing at 141k. With the Tacoma I don’t feel like I had to sacrifice ride quality and features for off road capability. It has everything necessary for a comfortable daily driver and is totally capable of doing what I need off road. I don’t expect any reliability issue either. Overall it was worth the extra money and I’m super happy with the purchase.
Great video! Keep up the good work👍
Thank you!
2 years? I bet right now you can get more than you paid for this truck. They are going up like crazy!
Yes lol I have been offered above what I paid for it by dealerships but I'm not bending.
The whistling noise is the vortex generator on the Tacoma (serious). No clip behind the door handle but it should be screwed in there. (Remove the felt to see if the screw is loose)
Good video, and great detail over the truck segments. 🚚
Tacoma is still looking good 👍😉💯 awesome video man!!👍
Great video. I upgraded my bumper, side steps and roll Bar with 301, 3 inch Stainless steel. The Bumper has saved my life on some of the High Ways to Hell that surround me, twice. You know the metal on our trucks is really as thin as a soda can. My Toyota Truck turns 27 in October. Just a thought when you consider an upgrade.
I've got a 2018 same color, short box, manual 6 speed and I love it. I never knew there were versions without hood air intake.. Makes the truck look cooler imo.
The fuel part recall is that the plastic impellor in the fuel pump was breaking down in the gas. (Denso used an inferior plastic). So it was not an electrical failure of the fuel pumps to Denso's credit but more of a material/construction problem. But I'm surprised Denso had this problem. I wonder if a contractor switched the formula for the plastic approved by Toyota?
For your wind noise. Mine developed a whistle on the passenger door. It turned out to be the window seal. I fixed it with a set of the vent visors that stick on the outside of the door. DO NOT use the ones that go in the window channel. This will exacerbate the problem.
Great review
I have a 2019 sr5 access cab. My friends have their gm, ford and chrysler vehicles in the shop way too frequently for extremely expensive recalls and repairs. My repair bill is $00.00.
2:23 Nice farmer's tan 🤣 love the channel
I hope you will make a third and fourth (an so on) review abbot this truck. I would like to see how this truck fares across these years.
Oh yes, I absolutely will, be on the lookout for them every single May, around the 19th-27th
Great video! Keep it up!
Enjoy your videos and appreciate your Christianity. You present yourself as a fine young man.
I appreciate it! It means a lot, I’m a sinner saved by God’s grace, I’m not perfect. But I do my best to reflect Him in the platform I’ve been given. God can even be in truck reviews! 😂
Awesome job! I have never owned a Toyota, and only one other "SO CALLED" foreign vehicle, an '05 Accord that we will keep forever since it's the best vehicle we've ever owned in my 70 years!! I can Get GM, Ford and Chrysler plans and once my lease ends on my Silverado if I'm not forced to buy it out do to greed, I will get another Honda or toyota!
Honda and Toyota vehicles are the most AMERICAN MADE Vehicles around, yes do the math! Plus they are the very best!!! We will be downsizing, no longer want or need a large Pickup so we are considering a Rav4 size through the midsize pickups! Cargo space is key! Thanks and God Bless You!!
GET IT TUNE!!!
I’ve had mine for 2 years also and I’d like to comment:
- Mine has a ton of wind and road noise. It’s a truck 🤷🏻♂️
- I don’t have the loose feeling interior door panel, everything feels solid.
- It’s a midsize truck 🤷🏻♂️. Your bigboi friend would fit way better in the rear seats of a Tundra crew max.
-agreed about the quality of the dash. Although I HATE the orientation of the volume and next track buttons on the wheel. They’re opposite! Volume supposed to be ^ and v, Track < and >. It took forever getting used to them being opposite.
- I hate my retrax pro xr tonneau. It worked great when I lived in Virginia, but up in NY, the ice freezes it solid and makes it unusable. Tried silicone spray, oil, everything. Still freezes up. 🤷🏻♂️
- I hate my headlights. It’s the SR5 and they’re just not bright at all. Not sure if I’d be down to buy a $1000 set of LED replacements.
- I hate how badly the bed collapsed the leaf springs under moderate load. 800 pounds back there and it was riding on the bumpstops. 1100 lb payload my butt. Not even close! 🤷🏻♂️
- I love the adaptive cruise.
-love the steering wheel (minus the aforementioned buttons)
- I LOVE it’s winter performance. I got my wife to work last winter 45 minutes away in 3ft of snow, unplowed roads. I had oversized Falken Wildpeak AT3W tires on. It was more like sailing than driving. Amazing.
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Awesome truck brother!. Good review. God Bless 🙏🏼
Hey I’m going to be getting my own Tacoma soon and I’m super excited!
That's awesome
Put a piece of tape across the top of your mirror where the gap is where the paint and plastic meet try that
If you don't stop, I'm going to buy a Tacoma. I'd also like to request Alpha Shark fin stickers to slap on the back of my truck if I ever get the money saved for one :)
Haha, I'm not stopping! And I am opening a merch store very soon! I will definitely add those.
Great video, there was a video where the reviewer talked about the transmission shifting on acceleration he hit some button on the dash and said that it took care of the issue.
Here was the link to the video:
th-cam.com/video/yT3IVHXM5OA/w-d-xo.html
If you have an opportunity to get kdmax tune its changes the transmission dramatically. I previously had the ovtune and this one is way better. I got the super light throttle regular fuel.
Please pray that God reveal all our corrupt politicians.
Great video. Thanks for what you do
Amen.
Hey Issac, I really enjoy your humor and good nature. It sets your reviews apart. Has anyone told you that you look and sound a lot like Jerry O'Connell the actor? See Sliders for reference
Haha I've never gotten Jerry O'Connell, but I do know him and I take that as a compliment! Normally I get Ryan Reynolds
Great review. You think like me in many ways: the flimsiness and cheap feeling in some areas is hard to escape. Especially when your previous vehicle was a rock-solid, super high quality, previous generation Tacoma. Lights in bed? I remember myself looking for stuff under the tonneau at night, so I have these OEMs on my list. A bug deflector is a great accessory. It's next on my list. Engine and suspension mods? Not a fan. I respect how engineers designed this vehicle to last past 200K miles. No need to mess with the mechanicals...The transmission, I don't like so much, but I guess it is just a matter of getting used to it. Supposedly it "learns" my driving habits and adjusts to them. We'll see... Two things I wish my truck had come with: the RVM with the garage door opening system, and the front grille camera. So I'll be installing a dashcam soon. Hey, great review, Liked and Suscribed!
The only complaint I have about my 2020 Tacoma is the transmission-engine combination. I think Toyota tuned the transmission to be more conservative when it shifts to help with fuel economy. It is particularly annoying when driving in hilly areas. Turning on the ECT button helps. Probably not an issue if you have a manual. Also, the gas mileage could be better.
No issues with the 6-speed manual transmission. No gear hunting.
Why do people complain about back seat room in a mid size truck? If you want a back seat that can fit a 6’6” person, get a full size car or full size SUV. He said, ‘ I hope Toyota can add leg room in next generation.” How? Do you want them to make the truck longer? Or do you want them to reduce the already short 5’ bed to 4’6”?
Loved my '16 Tacoma, but traded it for a new F150 a few months ago. Couldnt stand the transmission shifting on the Tacoma, and all the squeaks, clunks, rattles from the dash and body mounts < started at 10k miles. The power, transmission, ride/interior noise and mpg is way better than on the F150.
I hope your F-150 lasts you a longtime and serves you well! You get a lot more truck compared to a Tacoma too!
Same here 17 Tacoma I'm a toyota guy but the transmission made me switch, took it to the dealer twice but they stated is normal, I wanted a tundra but it was to expensive, I got a 20 ford f150 5.0,fx4 package for 5k less than the tundra.
@@AlphaShark The Tacoma was the perfect truck for SoCal, where I was living then, squeezing in parking spots and hauling a dirt bike to desert/mnts. But back in Northern WI now, towing a boat and bombing thru snow. The F150 suites here better, u couldnt pay me to drive a full size truck in urban CA! LOL. The Tacoma was the truck i WANTED, but like I said the trans pissed me off so much. Had the gear ratios from 3rd>4th been the same ratio apart as the other gears, and it didnt try to upshift so early or slam into 4th on the highway non stop I would have dealt with the rest. BTW it was a 2WD 2.7 motor, and with the 4.88 gears and Cooper AT3s that thing went thru EVERYTHING being so light and the Trac Control. I towed 2500lbs from WI >CA doing 65mph in 4th gear, no issues at all.
I just watched a "Bros Fourr Speed" TH-cam video that dealt with installing aftermarket speakers in a Tacoma. When the brother removed the driver's side door card, I could see an L bracket bolted to the inner door to which the screw at the bottom of the door card's grab handle is fastened to. Perhaps the L bracket in your Tacoma's driver's door has come loose?
Maybe it has! I’ll have to look into it!
Regarding the transmission shift, check with your dealer and see if there’s a software update. I believe they they have solved that issue.
Good review, going for the bug shield and maybe the soft cover as its only $329. Also a Sprint Booster throttle manager is a must.
2016 sport tacoma with 95k miles and no problems at all, except for the battery, I had to replace the original battery recently.
Because of Scotty Kilmer talking about the reliability of Toyota, me changing my mind from wanting a small car to a midsize truck, and researching Toyota's midsize truck (Tacoma), I was invested to save for the truck.
I just got a 2020 Tacoma SR5 V6 4x2 Full-Cab 5ft Bed just 2 weeks ago, had 1 owner but "upgraded to a Tundra," and so far, I'm loving my truck.
I have no bed covers for bed nor side door steps, but planning to buy the steps.
When driving my truck, I did feel some weird feelings of changing gears. By the way, I don't use cruise control, so maybe that's why? Anyway, I turn on ECT Power button, and I feel less changing of gears; supposedly, it delays the change of gears when merging lanes, passing other vehicles, and used when towing. A TH-camr said "ECT Power keeps the feel of ride more steady, but spends a lil more on fuel economy," which is understandable.
Anyway, glad to see your truck is still in really good condition after 2 yrs and having used it outside activities with friends and towing. My truck should hold up well too then.
Sounds like it will! I've had some issues with the transmission jumping too, I believe Toyota has a patch at the dealership for that. It's the computer not telling the truck to shift at the right time rather than the transmission itself I've been told.
@@AlphaShark Oh! I heard of that too. I wonder if the dealership will want to charge me for that patch, if there is one.
Hello there! Dude, I love how you give glory to God, The Father! He blessed me with a 19' SR5 and it is doing great! I did mess it up a wittle, when I first got it and wasn't familiar with the backup camera, I relied on it a touch to much and backed into a neighbors work truck! Cracked my bumper, got a new cover BUT! turns out I bent the bumper as well. OH woe is me....
You had and you sold me when you made the statement, your Grateful and thankful to God/The Lord. 🙏👍. Thank You for your Content & Video. Praise His Holy Name 🙏
You are welcome! The Lord blessed me with this channel and I want to praise him with it!
My 04 Tacoma jumps gears. If your transmission has a smooth shift it has more slip and more wear to the gears. Gear jump is a sign your transmission takes less time going into gears which means less wear.
Video of tacoma and prayer at the end Awesome.