Dirt King 2.5″ DCA Shocks – Install & First Impressions
Built With Vehicle Specific Valving It’s Tuned for Daily Drivers & Weekend Warriors Lifting my Tacoma has been the most rewarding modification that I have done to my truck to…
3rd Gen
3rd Generation Toyota Tacoma (2016-2023) is classified as a midsized pickup and is produced in the U.S. and Mexico. In this 3rd Gen Tacoma mod category, you will find many different modifications. We cover everything; Exterior, Interior, Lighting, Performance, Recovery Gear, Sound Systems, Accessories, Lift Kits, and so much more! If you are looking for step by step installs, premium aftermarket parts, or factory Toyota part alternatives, start here.
Prinsu RotopaX Mount – Install & Review
We Tested A Prinsu RotopaX Mount On A 3rd Gen Tacoma Roof Rack Do you have a RotopaX gas can but nowhere to secure it? Perhaps you strap it to…
Texas To Colorado: Road Trip To A Remote GFC Topper Service & Install Shop
Getting My Go Fast Campers Platform Topper & SuperLite Installed By TRU Automotive I’ve taken plenty of trips in my 3rd Gen Tacoma and driven across the country even. Never…
All-Pro Off-Road Tacoma Roof Rack Review
Trail Tested: Low-Profile, Lightweight Aluminum Option With A Unique Cross Bar Design There are a lot of roof rack options out there for the Tacoma. It’s tough to choose one….
ORU Designs USA: Company Spotlight
Affordable & Innovative All-Season Truck Campers Made In California ORU Designs is a truck camper manufacturer located in San Marcos, California. Sticking with locally sourced materials and a simple universal…
Tacoma Throttle Lag – What Is It & How To Fix It
How To Identify Poor Gas Pedal Response and Two Solutions For The Problem If you’re a lucky owner of a 3rd Gen Tacoma, then you have likely experienced the poor…
RCI Bed Stiffeners For 2nd & 3rd Gen Review
Trail Tested: Strengthen Your Truck Bed & Add Additional Tie Down Points Bed stiffeners are a simple modification with a reasonable cost that provides long-term value for your truck. The…
DIY Limb Risers For Tacoma
How To Build A DIY Limb Riser For Under $50 Limb risers are a mod that I don’t see on many Tacomas. However, they have been a popular upgrade on…
Gator EFX Tonneau Cover Review
Between The Affordable & Premium Options, This is For You Today, we’ll be focusing on an installation and review of the Gator EFX. If you’re interested in the even more…
Martin Offroad Foundation Roof Rack Review
Budget-Friendly Option That Offers Impressive Adjustability If you own a Tacoma, you’re fully aware of the lack of storage in these midsize trucks. As we start to fill up with…
Prinsu Shield Plates – Install & Review
Create a Custom Look While Adding Strength and Durability If you know me, I’m one for making my Tacoma look more unique than all the other builds out there. My…
Prinsu Load Panel – Install & Review
A Versatile Mounting Platform For Gear & Accessories The Prinsu cab rack is among the top choices for custom setup. There are a multitude of accessories to fit your exact…
Truck Topper Vs. Tonneau Cover
Testing Toppers & Tonneau Covers For Over 2 Years Optimizing the provided space on your rig is undoubtedly a work of art and patience. You genuinely must finesse the limited…
Cali Raised LED Toyota Blank Switch Review
OEM Style Replacement Options For Empty Switch Gaps In the world of modifying off-road vehicles, integrating various accessories for enhanced functionality, aesthetics, or added features is practically inevitable. Often, we…
7 Best U-Bolt Flip Kits For 2nd & 3rd Gen Tacoma
We Chose The Top Options From Brands Like DuroBumps, Wheeler’s, Timbren & More When venturing off-road, every additional inch of ground clearance proves invaluable in preventing costly trail damage, which…
Dirt King Launches All New Shock Line For Toyota Trucks
New Suspension Options, Featuring 2.0 IFP & 2.5 DCA Versions Competition is a good thing. It drives innovation and provides us, the consumers, with opportunities to shop around and learn…
CBI Offroad Baja Front Bumper Review
Lightweight, Aluminum Plate Option For Strength & Weight Savings When it comes to upgrading your factory front bumper there are a few key benefits to think about. Adding a level…
True North Hybrid Front Bumper Review
Slim Design Provides High Clearance & Great Approach Angles If you haven’t already stumbled upon them, True North Fabrications makes a number of different DIY and bolt-on bumpers and sliders…
Grant Willbank’s 2017 TRD Off Road Tacoma
Rig Feature + Interview: Grant Willbanks From Ark Offroad If you’ve ever had the chance to travel to the great country of Australia (or are lucky enough to live there),…
Bak Revolver X4S Tonneau Cover Review
Weather Resistant & Secure Way To Store Gear In Your Truck Bed Let’s face it, the Tacoma and mid-size trucks in general do not have a lot of storage in…
N-Fab TrailSlider Step System Review
A Bolt-On, Functional Alternative To Running Boards Whether your Tacoma is completely stock or lifted, adding some protection and style to your truck is always a good thing. The N-Fab…
6 Example Head Unit Setups For Tacoma
Update Your OEM Unit With The Latest Technology Like CarPlay Welcome back to a new feature post! This week, we are back to look at aftermarket head units for the…
All-Pro Off-Road Bed MOLLE Panel Review
Bed Mounting & Storage Solutions for 2nd & 3rd Gen Tacoma In general, Modular Lightweight Load-carrying Equipment (MOLLE) panels are a great way to add mounting options and storage to…
ARB Skid Plate Package Review
Balance Strength & Weight For 2nd & 3rd Gen Tacoma As you likely already know, skid plates are an important addition to any overland rig as they protect some of…
R4T Rock Lights Install & Review
How To Custom Wire & Position Them On A 3rd Gen Tacoma Rock lights are great for all kinds of situations; anything from the trail to the parking lot. They…
Backwoods Adventure Mods Hi-Lite Rear Bumper Review
High Clearance Armor For 3rd Gen Tacoma In any off-road or overland build, armor is an important investment. Not only does it help to protect your vehicle, but in many…
Jesus Gauna’s 2017 TRD Off Road Tacoma Build
Super Capable Daily Driver On 33″ Tires & Several Other Mods Welcome to another Walkaround Wednesday! We hope you’ve been enjoying this series and have found inspiration for your own…
Walkaround Wednesday: Niel Cabrera’s 2021 TRD Pro Tacoma Build
Niel Cabrera & His Long Travel 3rd Gen Tacoma TRD Pro Welcome to Trail Tacoma’s second installment of Walkaround Wednesday! In today’s segment, we’ll talk to Niel Cabrera and hear…
Kuat Piston Pro X Bike Rack Install & Review
High Quality, Functional & Stylish Hitch Mounted Bike Rack Kuat knows bike racks. It’s pretty safe to say that they make some of the dopest ones on the market. From…
Walkaround Wednesday: Will Holder’s 2019 Off-Road Tacoma Build
Will Holder & His Dialed Overland 3rd Gen Tacoma Build Welcome to Walkaround Wednesday, Trail Tacoma’s newest weekly segment. Each Wednesday, we’ll go from bumper to bumper of a trail…