Yes my 2024 tacoma TRD off-road tows so much better then my 3rd generation tacoma the V-6 3.5 was always running at very high rpms when towing my 2024 tacoma is smooth towing and low rpms and no gear shifting up and down trying to find the right gear like my 2018 tacoma
Did you get the OTT tune? If you did, you would never have posted this. It’s a shame that we have to get a tune to make the truck perform like it should have from the factory, but…once you get it, it changes EVERYTHING in the gen 3
@@rstumbaugh43 of course I got the OTT tune. Yes it makes a huge difference for the 3rd Gen but it doesn’t give you more gears and lot more low end torque like the 4th Gen.
@@MuscleAmerican Not bad! The power gain over my 2016 Taco is respectable. I never used any of the fancy off-road modes in my older TRD despite living in Idaho backcountry for a year, so I went 4x4 SR5 this time. The only features I dislike are the tiny instrument panel (one gauge; basically cut yours in half), lack of ability to upgrade the camera system (rear cam only), and the tiny bikini-like mudflaps that probably do nothing.
Your video saved my bacon. Renting a travel trailer tomorrow and your video showing the pin size was a lifesaver. I went and bought the right size pin today so I wouldn't have issues with the hitch when I pick up the trailer tomorrow
Interesting how the Bubbas don't understand how the T24 engjne has more power than the Lexus 4.6L NA V8 engine.... let alone the magic of turbos, torque and towing... enjoy your new Tacoma ❤
I'm still enjoying my 06 but was totally curious about towing behaviors with the 4th gen. I'm not in the camp that a turbo 4 is useless, i welcome change and advances in technology. Just can't afford it. Lol having said that, i know i wouldn't use backup assist but it's a nice addition to those who don't tow often. Being a truck driver 20y I'm pretty seasoned at backing s trailer. I have s similar sized 21 coachmen clipper 17fq camper i tow. This was a great video. Thanx much
Awesome vid, you answered some burning questions ive had! This is the exact truck I'm looking at getting soon, I'm currently in a V8 4runner and was hoping that there is indeed a "replacement for displacment" :)
Hey Dude, thanks a bunch for the videos! They were exactly what I was searching for. I’m also considering buying the same trailer. It’s my first time camping in a trailer, and you’ve provided me with all the necessary information. I really appreciate it, and I hope you continue to help us with your helpful content. May God bless you!😇💯
Awesome video man! Very well presented and informative. It’s a bit tiring sifting through all the garbage being that’s out there concerning these trucks (mostly from people who have zero clue what they’re talking about). Videos like yours which are actually useful are like diamonds in the rough 😂.
Took mine camping today in 10,000 ft elevation. Runs like a champ 6 gear up a hill around 2000 RPM with plenty of power. I was passing other V6 Toyota's with no problem.
Awesome video! I'd like to know more about how wind affects your towing with this camper and if you can see around it with your factory mirrors. Do you also feel pretty comfortable with the single axle camper? I know they can be more prone to sway than a tandem, but i imagine your hitch helps a lot with that
The owners manual says to use the manual trailer brake control slider to set the gain. You are supposed to squeeze it and set the gain to just below what would cause the trailer wheels to lock up when you’re moving forward at a reasonable speed. It seems a little confusing because I sure would not want to test it to the point with a trailers wheels locked up.
i think if i bought one of these which is a possibility next year with the next year model i would get a transmission cooler just in case if i was towing.
Watching this video, I think I might be able to tow my 20 ft ponton with my wife's 24 Tacoma. Its weight plus trailer is around 2,800 lbs. It would be a lot more comfortable ride vs. my 2000 F250. 😊
You would have done better installing a supercharger if you wanted to increase your range replacement the factory tank on your 3rd-Gen with a 33-gallon. Would have saved a lot of money and no new notes.
WD hitches don't just redistribute the weight on the front axle. They put immense torque on your trailer too. When they are linked, the entire system (truck and trailer) experiences all the torque equally. That A frame on your trailer is a common failure point with WD hitches. So when you use the WD hitch, just be mindful that you are lifting up on your trailer as much as you are lifting the rear of the truck.
I used to own a Tioga 29 foot class C with a V10 that got the same MPG's as this lol. Toyota really needs to drop their D4D turbo diesel into this. Gas powered turbo motors have hit a wall. OEMS's only concern here is for emissions.
Tacoma is the truck I want but I am afraid I'd run out of payload with for people, gear, a travel trailer ready to camp at 4800. The Colorado has a 1500lbs payload. Don't like that truck as much though.
@@MuscleAmerican Thats good to hear because there were some people reporting that they were unable to back up their trailers because they kept getting stopped by the safety feature even though their truck knew there was a trailer behind it. Hopefully they updated the software to prevent this. Thanks!
“You’re not gonna be able to tow anything with that little 4cyl, what a joke of a truck”
Great video! I can’t wait to tow with mine.
enjoy spending 10k more on turbo worn out engine
I think the best commentary on the 4th gen Tacoma is from previous 3rd gen owners
Can’t say enough about the 4th gen. Regardless what model you get it just kicks ass.
Yes my 2024 tacoma TRD off-road tows so much better then my 3rd generation tacoma the V-6 3.5 was always running at very high rpms when towing my 2024 tacoma is smooth towing and low rpms and no gear shifting up and down trying to find the right gear like my 2018 tacoma
@@davidchenette1091 yep it’s a better experience!
Did you get the OTT tune? If you did, you would never have posted this. It’s a shame that we have to get a tune to make the truck perform like it should have from the factory, but…once you get it, it changes EVERYTHING in the gen 3
@@rstumbaugh43 of course I got the OTT tune. Yes it makes a huge difference for the 3rd Gen but it doesn’t give you more gears and lot more low end torque like the 4th Gen.
Wasn't the Tow Haul mode supposed to keep the RPM higher?
@@brianm7120 yes it does. Around 2,500 to 3,000 RPM. Normally it’s around 2k RMP. The 3rd Gen while towing was around 4-5k RMP to make peak power.
As someone who doesn't tow often and prefers visual guides, this was very helpful! (even though I went from a 2016 TRD OR AC to a 2024 SR5 LB.
Glad you liked the video. How’s the SR5 treating you?
@@MuscleAmerican Not bad! The power gain over my 2016 Taco is respectable. I never used any of the fancy off-road modes in my older TRD despite living in Idaho backcountry for a year, so I went 4x4 SR5 this time. The only features I dislike are the tiny instrument panel (one gauge; basically cut yours in half), lack of ability to upgrade the camera system (rear cam only), and the tiny bikini-like mudflaps that probably do nothing.
Your video saved my bacon. Renting a travel trailer tomorrow and your video showing the pin size was a lifesaver. I went and bought the right size pin today so I wouldn't have issues with the hitch when I pick up the trailer tomorrow
@@chadlamb310 nice! I found out the hard way 😂
Better the the V6 lol 😂be careful pissed fan boys coming. Good video 👍🏾 I own a blue crush 24 Taco 🌮 love it❤️
It is so awesome seeing you put the True Tow Middleweight to work 💪 Glad to hear how you're loving the new Tacoma, especially for towing!
Interesting how the Bubbas don't understand how the T24 engjne has more power than the Lexus 4.6L NA V8 engine.... let alone the magic of turbos, torque and towing... enjoy your new Tacoma ❤
I'm still enjoying my 06 but was totally curious about towing behaviors with the 4th gen. I'm not in the camp that a turbo 4 is useless, i welcome change and advances in technology. Just can't afford it. Lol having said that, i know i wouldn't use backup assist but it's a nice addition to those who don't tow often. Being a truck driver 20y I'm pretty seasoned at backing s trailer. I have s similar sized 21 coachmen clipper 17fq camper i tow. This was a great video. Thanx much
Awesome vid, you answered some burning questions ive had! This is the exact truck I'm looking at getting soon, I'm currently in a V8 4runner and was hoping that there is indeed a "replacement for displacment" :)
Hey Dude, thanks a bunch for the videos! They were exactly what I was searching for. I’m also considering buying the same trailer. It’s my first time camping in a trailer, and you’ve provided me with all the necessary information. I really appreciate it, and I hope you continue to help us with your helpful content. May God bless you!😇💯
@@VickerNieto94 I’m glad it helped you out!
Good to know, I will be towing my enclosed landscape trailer.
Great and informative video, well done and thanks for sharing.
Awesome video man! Very well presented and informative. It’s a bit tiring sifting through all the garbage being that’s out there concerning these trucks (mostly from people who have zero clue what they’re talking about). Videos like yours which are actually useful are like diamonds in the rough 😂.
@@kevinbradley8613 🙏 So much clickbait out there trying to bash on these trucks for clicks. I’m not interested in doing that!
Took mine camping today in 10,000 ft elevation. Runs like a champ 6 gear up a hill around 2000 RPM with plenty of power. I was passing other V6 Toyota's with no problem.
@@driftx2 yes! Towing is way more enjoyable
Great video. Thanks. I've got the same truck in white. Just need a trailer now. :)
Awesome video! I'd like to know more about how wind affects your towing with this camper and if you can see around it with your factory mirrors. Do you also feel pretty comfortable with the single axle camper? I know they can be more prone to sway than a tandem, but i imagine your hitch helps a lot with that
The hitch helps a ton, I felt no sway with this hitch. The mirrors need some help. I made it work but visibility is low.
Great video. I have same truck 💪🏼
The owners manual says to use the manual trailer brake control slider to set the gain. You are supposed to squeeze it and set the gain to just below what would cause the trailer wheels to lock up when you’re moving forward at a reasonable speed. It seems a little confusing because I sure would not want to test it to the point with a trailers wheels locked up.
@@jmpattillo yeah that’s a little unnecessary. I watched Toyotas video on it.
Excellent, informative video! Thx! 👊🏻
Loved the video… very informative. How does gas mileage from the gen 3 compare to the gen 4?
@@drkvdreamer Glad you liked it! I get 2-3 MPG better in the 4th Gen.
Great video! With the new turbo does Toyota recommend regular or premium gas?
@@badriance8407glad you enjoyed the video! 87 or higher is what they say.
Another great video!
My 24 Tacoma SR5, no tow package, came with a long hitch pin. It was in the glove box.
Lucky you! Mine definitely did not. Maybe it was your dealer?
@@MuscleAmerican Maybe. They knew that I was going to do some towing
I wish it had like a 30 gallon honestly, just gas up and forget about it 😅
i think if i bought one of these which is a possibility next year with the next year model i would get a transmission cooler just in case if i was towing.
@@jameskocks4734 I believe it already has one. I was watching my temps the whole time and it was normal.
Great video!!
Thanks!
Nice vid, you mentioned temp monitoring. Does it show the transmission temp anywhere on the display?
@@KDice32 yes it does. When I talk about it in the video I shows it briefly. It’s the bottom right gauge.
Watching this video, I think I might be able to tow my 20 ft ponton with my wife's 24 Tacoma. Its weight plus trailer is around 2,800 lbs. It would be a lot more comfortable ride vs. my 2000 F250. 😊
Oh yeah it would be perfect for it!
You would have done better installing a supercharger if you wanted to increase your range replacement the factory tank on your 3rd-Gen with a 33-gallon. Would have saved a lot of money and no new notes.
WD hitches don't just redistribute the weight on the front axle. They put immense torque on your trailer too. When they are linked, the entire system (truck and trailer) experiences all the torque equally. That A frame on your trailer is a common failure point with WD hitches. So when you use the WD hitch, just be mindful that you are lifting up on your trailer as much as you are lifting the rear of the truck.
I used to own a Tioga 29 foot class C with a V10 that got the same MPG's as this lol. Toyota really needs to drop their D4D turbo diesel into this. Gas powered turbo motors have hit a wall. OEMS's only concern here is for emissions.
So far the reviews for the Gen 4 haven’t been too good, be careful out there!👍 20:39
@@tonyl1483 a lot of clickbait in my opinion
What was the MPG you were getting with your old Tacoma for the same trip you showed? Would be interested to see how much better it is.
@@hcfairfield it’s about 2 better MPGs
@@MuscleAmerican That makes sense. Not sure it justifies the upgrade right now, but maybe in a few years,
Tacoma is the truck I want but I am afraid I'd run out of payload with for people, gear, a travel trailer ready to camp at 4800. The Colorado has a 1500lbs payload. Don't like that truck as much though.
Yeah I was pretty maxed out on payload
Well, it gets less MPG than my half ton towing and not towing. I thought it would be better.
Does the truck monitor the trailer lights ?
Not that I’m aware of. That would have been really nice because I was wondering if one went out.
@@MuscleAmerican Just found it. Pg 207 in the manual. You can do a light check on the trailer.
@@JC-ez9yx dang that’s cool, wish I knew beforehand so I could have shown it in the video.
Did you have to turn off the backup collision avoidance?
@@coho-kn1pc no I didn’t
@@MuscleAmerican Thats good to hear because there were some people reporting that they were unable to back up their trailers because they kept getting stopped by the safety feature even though their truck knew there was a trailer behind it. Hopefully they updated the software to prevent this.
Thanks!
Gen 3 does its best towing over 3K rpm’s ! 18:41
Can i do this with sr5?
Tow? Yeah you can. I think the sr5 has a lower tow rating so you want to check that.
2.4 turbo out tows weak v6 with ease that ain't no joke
V6 would be screaming at 4-5k rpm just to get up to speed on the highway.
the complete pachage will cost you an extra $4,500....after market about $500.00
What?
apparently, towing burns the trans up. many such cases, sad!
beta testers will always find the bugs
@@MisterTwister222 I was checking the trans temp and it didn’t go up at all. I haven’t seen one video of someone towing and having trans issues.
@@MuscleAmerican youll have to google it, its a thing.