Fitting 33″ Tires (285/70R17) On Toyota Tacoma
Everything You Need to Know Before Running 33″ Tires For reference, we are using the 285/70R17 Yokohama Geolandar X-AT which is a true 33″ tire measuring out at 33.1″. The…
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!
Fixing Upper Control Arms Rubbing On Tires
Common Problem After Running Oversized Tires On Tacoma After upgrading to a 285/70R17 (33.1″) tire on our Tacoma, we were amazed to find that the tires didn’t rub anywhere on…
Will A 33″ Tire Fit The Spare Tire Mount On A Tacoma?
Does The Common 285/70R17 (33″ Tire) Fit in the Stock Location? Carrying a spare tire is a necessity. There’s nothing worse than being stranded on the side of the road…
AL Offroad Trailgate Review
Ditch Your Useless Plastic Tailgate Insert For This Upgrade This panel is meant to replace the existing tailgate panel that comes stock with your 2nd/3rd Gen Tacoma. As we all…
Overland Equipped Auxiliary Power Kit Review
Pre-Built Fuse Block Tray With Wire Management System If you are looking for the perfect plug and play fuse block tray for your Toyota Tacoma, Overland Equipped has it. The…
Clazzio Seat Covers Review
Upgrade Your 2nd Gen Tacoma With Leather Seats So… why should you consider Clazzio seat covers? When it comes to quality for an affordable price, Clazzio is the way to…
AOD Fab Bed Molle Panels Review
An Easy Way To Add Gear Storage & Organization To Your Bed Let’s talk organization for the bed of your Tacoma. When it comes to packing all your gear, there…
RLB Rock Light Kit Review
Universal LED Light Kit Installed On 2nd Gen Tacoma Rock lights are an affordable way to brighten up your path on the trails, but not all of them. A set…
14 Best Rock Sliders For 2nd & 3rd Gen Tacoma
Most Popular Rock Slider Options By Style, Design & Types If you’re in the market for sliders you might be overwhelmed with the different types and options available. Kickout or…
Outer Tie Rod End Replacement 2nd & 3rd Gen Tacoma
How To Diagnose & Replace A Bad Outer Tie Rod On Your Truck Tie rod ends are meant to last several years and tens of thousands of miles, but sadly,…
Eibach Stage 1 Pro Truck Lift Kit Review
2000 Miles With 35″ Tires Over Several Trips & Trails 2000 miles may not seem like a long review period, but since I only have 2600 miles on my truck,…
Buying A Built Overland Rig & Wheeling It Home
I Flew Across The Country To Buy My First Tacoma Build Most of us have been there, or at least thought about, buying a truck that is already somewhat or…
Matt Gecko LED Bed Lights Review For Tacoma
Improve Night Time Visibility With This Lighting Kit Lights are arguably one of the most popular modifications for our trucks. From upgrading headlights to adding light bars, ditch lights, rock…
Morimoto XB LED Fog Lights Install 2nd Gen Tacoma
Easy Plug & Play Projector Style Fog Light Upgrade When it comes to fog lights for the 2nd gen Tacoma, you have plenty of options. You can go with anything…
TravelPRO Tonneau Cover Review 2nd Gen Tacoma
Three Way Folding Hard Shell Bed Cover So you’ve got a pickup truck. Having the utility of a bed is awesome, but what about securing the items you place in…
ARB Front & Rear Air Locker Review
Lock Your Differential & Improve Off-Road Performance Air lockers are a large financial investment and the decision for this upgrade wasn’t an easy one for me. It took me months…
DIY Overland Cargo Mounting System For Fridge With Storage Box
How To Build Your Own Bed Platform System & Save Money It’s no secret that storage and organization are important to any off-road/overland excursion. We also know that many of…
Total Chaos Bed Stiffener Install 2nd Gen Tacoma
Reinforce, Strengthen & Add Tie Down Points To Your Truck Bed What are bed stiffeners and what do they do? Do you need them for your Tacoma? This modification does…
Go Fast Campers V1 Review
Lightweight, Modern Wedge-Style Truck Camper For Overlanding Now, many of us might have never considered purchasing a camper. That was until a new company came on the scene. Go Fast…
DIY Cab Mount Chop 2nd Gen Tacoma
An Important Complementary Mod To Help Clear Larger Tires This is a great guide for after you install bigger tires. This will work for both the 2nd and 3rd Gen…
14 Best Roof Racks For Tacoma
Industry Leading Brands Like Prinsu, Gobi, Cali Raised & More Looking for a new roof rack? Perhaps something that you can use on an everyday basis and get some off-road…
DIY Power-Steering Flush Guide 2nd Gen Tacoma
Step-By-Step Process For Replacing Your Truck’s Fluid Routine maintenance is a key factor in keeping your Tacoma performing efficiently and guaranteeing it lasts as long as you expect. The two…
Dual Battery Setup With Solar Panel Charging On Tacoma
DIY Guide, How-To & Parts List For Easy Auxiliary Power Who Needs a Dual Battery System? So you have your tires, lift kit, armor, brakes, rooftop tent, seat covers, and…
2nd Gen & 3rd Gen Tacoma Mods – Start Here
Where To Begin When Searching For Mods & Researching Options You finally bought yourself a Tacoma! You are probably itching to get some mods started. The question is, where do…