Offroam Phone Mount 3rd Gen Tacoma Review
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…
2nd Gen
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!
Community Poll: 8 Must-See Front Bumpers
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 Old Man EMU (OME) Lift Kit Review
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)?…
How To Level a Tacoma With A 3/2 Leveling Kit
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…
SumoSprings Front Bump Stops Review
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,…
Tacoma Black Friday Deals
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,…
AL Offroad HD Onyx Roof Rack Review
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…
C4 Fab Rock Slider Install 2nd Gen Tacoma
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…
4 Best Types of Bike Racks for Toyota Tacoma
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…
Dirt King Spindle Gussets Install & Review
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…
Extended (24″) Rear Brake Lines Install Guide
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″…
Agency 6 Billet Battery Hold Down Bar Review
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…
5 Best Budget Friendly Lift Kits
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…
4WP Bed Stiffeners Install & Review
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…
Stinger Off-Road HEIGH10 Review
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….
SnailArmor Aluminum Tailgate Panel Review
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…
DIY Budget Roof Rack on Camper Shell
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,…
11 Best Suspension Lift Kits for Tacoma
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…
Rear Light Bar (RLB) Pro8 Switch Review
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….
3 Aftermarket Antennas for 2G Tacoma
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,…
USR Auto Blacked Out Headlights Review
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…
Lasfit 3″ LED Ditch Lights Review
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 Cold Air Intake Review
 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 BA-2 LED Pods Review
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…
12 Best Tacoma Truck Bed Campers
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…
TEQ Customs 2nd Gen Tacoma Retrofit Headlights Review
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…
13 Best Upper Control Arms For Tacoma
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…
Replica TRD Pro Grille Review 2nd Gen Tacoma
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,…
ARB OME 3″ Lift Kit Install
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…
G2 Wheel Spacers Review
1.25″ Wheel Spacers On A Tacoma – What You Need To Know Wheel spacers have always been a hot topic in the off-road community. Whether you just want to add…