2nd Generation Toyota Tacoma (2005-2015) is classified as a compact pickup. Trail Tacoma is your Resource for 2nd Gen Tacoma Mods. Our community brings together the best upgrades for your Tacoma, puts them to the test, and then reviews them. Whether you are looking for a new product to DIY or new aftermarket parts to buy, this is the category to start with. Here, you will find everything; Exterior, Interior, Lighting, Performance, Recovery, Gear, Accessories, Sound Systems, and more!
We Asked 7 Midnight Black Metallic Owners About Their Builds Welcome back to another community poll. This is a column interview Q&A with independent owner-submitted feedback from the overland community…
We Asked 6 Owners About Their Tacoma Camper Setups Welcome back to another community poll. This is a column interview Q&A with independent owner-submitted feedback from the overland community –…
Rebuilding CV Axle Outer Joints (Birfield Joints) on a 2nd Gen / 3rd Gen Toyota Tacoma When you take the plunge into long travel, your axle shafts are going to…
A Guide to Understanding Tire Markings and Tire Size Indicators This is arguably one of the most important mods you can do to your Tacoma. Before you look at rooftop…
We Asked 8 Owners About Their High-Clearance Rear Bumpers Welcome back to another community poll. This is a column interview Q&A with independent owner-submitted feedback from the overland community –…
Add Structural Support To Your Bed, Tailgate, and Bedsides If you find yourself off-roading, overlanding, or even hauling heavy loads, bed stiffeners are a must-have mod on any Tacoma. The…
Off-Roam Makes a Killer Vehicle-Specific Phone Mount Kit Chances are, having a phone available to assist in navigation, communication, or content streaming is important to you while driving. That phone…
We Asked 8 Owners About Their Front Bumper Setups Welcome back to another community poll. This is a column interview Q&A with independent owner-submitted feedback from the overland community –…
ARB OME 2-3″ Nitrocharger Shocks 50,000 Mile Long-Term Review Lift kits. Is there anything more fundamental when you want to modify your truck for the outdoors (or just for show)?…
installation Guide & Everything You Need To Know To Safely Install a 3/2 Leveling Kit When deciding how to begin or continue the build-out of your Toyota Tacoma, the suspension…
Improve Driver Control, Towing Performance & Enjoy a Ride There is no denying that some parts of our trucks should have been built differently from the beginning, and by differently,…
Black Friday Deals for the 2nd Gen & 3rd Gen Toyota Tacoma If you’ve been waiting for the ultimate black write a list for your 2nd or 3rd gen Tacoma,…
One Of The Strongest Options With Huge Cross Bars Strongest roof rack on the market? You heard that right! I know it’s a big claim to make, but the redesigned…
How To Install Rock Sliders By Your Self – Solo Installation I think by now everyone has heard the name C4 Fabrication. They have been a staple in the Toyota…
The Best Types of Bike Mounts & Carriers for your Truck One thing in common among all Tacoma owners and enthusiasts is that we like to go places and bring…
Reinforce Your Spindle For Increased Strength Off-Road If you’ve started to lift and wheel your truck, chances are that you’ve heard of spindle gussets. In this post, we’ll go over…
YotaMafia Rear Extended (24″ Brake Lines – 4″ Over) Install The stock brake lines on the 2nd Gen and 3rd Gen Tacoma might be plenty for a 1″ – 2″…
Aluminum Battery Clamp Upgrade for 2nd & 3rd Gen Tacoma An overlooked upgrade that most people tend to miss is their vehicle’s battery. We all know a few guys that…
Affordable Suspension Kits for 2nd & 3rd Gen (2005-2023) Tacoma The Tacoma is known for its durability and capability both on and off-road. A stock truck equipped with factory suspension…
Low-Profile, Hidden Bed Stiffeners for 2005+ Toyota Tacoma Bed stiffeners do exactly what they sound like. They stiffen the bed of your truck. More specifically, they greatly enhance the structural…
Replacement Head Unit for (2005-2011) 2nd Gen Tacoma When I got my 2009 Tacoma the first thing I told myself was that the interior amenities did not matter to me….
Customize Your Tailgate Panel With Any Artwork There are quite a few tailgate panels on the market by now, but one thing sets the SnailArmor flat tailgate panel apart from…
How To Build a Truck Bed Topper Roof Rack Crossbar Setup I recently picked up surfing this past winter and after deciding to stick with it as a fun hobby,…
Most Popular Lift Kits for 2nd & 3rd Gen (2005+) Toyota Tacoma The added ground clearance, better ride quality, and the ability to fit bigger tires should be more than…
Pro8 Installed on Tacoma: A Switch Pro & sPod Alternative When you start to add more and more accessories to your Tacoma, it can get a bit overwhelming with wiring….
Replacement Options: How to Install, Features, Benefits, and More The factory antenna is massive. It’s big, bulky, slaps on the top of the garage, gets in the way of everything,…
Blackout Headlights for Late Model 2nd Gen Tacoma (2012-2015) The factory headlight housings are pretty basic. The lighting is basic, the actual plastics surrounding the reflector bowl are basic and…
Testing Ditch Light Output With This Affordable LED Pod There are several manufacturers of automotive LEDs on the market right now, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t room for one…
 Volant Intake For (2012-2015) 2nd Gen Tacoma 4.0L V6 Cold air intakes are a controversial topic. Some people say there’s no point since the factory airbox is pulling in…
Heretic Studio’s BA-2 Lights Are Among The Top Brands New light companies are popping up, each saying their products are special. As someone who’s always researching, I was overwhelmed by…
Featured Brands Such as GFC, Alu-Cab, Super Pacific, and More Let’s talk campers. In recent years, tons of innovation and a shift in market perspective have made campers one of…
Upgrade Your OEM Headlights With A Customized Build Let’s face it, the halogen headlights on the 2nd Gen Tacomas aren’t something to brag about. If I’m being honest, I’d even…
After Years Testing Options, We Chose Brands Like Dirt King, Total Chaos & More If you’ve landed on this page, then you are probably thinking about a suspension lift for…
Affordable Way To Add TRD Pro Styling To Your Truck You might not know, but the first Tacoma TRD Pro model came out in 2015. With roughly only 1200 made,…
Nitrocharger Sport Shocks & SPC UCAs – Step-By-Step Guide Easily one of the best-bang-for-your-buck lift kits is the Old Man Emu Nitrocharger Sport complete suspension kit. Paired with SPC adjustable…
