12 Reasons Not To Buy A Truck Topper & Why GFC Is Different
Here’s Why This Modern Topper Might Convince You Otherwise! Looking through forums and comments on YouTube or Instagram will reveal just how polarizing of a topic it is to add…
Off-Road
The Tacoma comes in a wide variety of models; SR, SR5, TRD Sport or Off-Road, Limited, and TRD Pro. The Tacoma is also offered in access (extended) cab or four-door double-cab along with 2wd or 4wd. All of these models are capable of off-roading but depending on your exact needs, some may be better suited for different types of terrain. In this category, you will find information that further improves the Toyota Tacoma Off-Road features and functionality.
JBA HD High Caster UCAs For 2nd & 3rd Gen Tacoma – Install & Review
Improving Alignment, Handling & Tire Clearance On Lifted Trucks Not all Upper Control Arms (UCAs) are all made equal. You have the option to pick from options like billet and…
Apex Chassis Tie Rod Kit For 2nd & 3rd Gen Tacoma – Install Guide
Heavy-Duty Upgrade To Support Bigger Tires Running bigger tires is common if you’re building your truck to hit the trails. They give you better traction and ground clearance, but they…
RCI Offroad Rock Sliders For 3rd Gen Tacoma – Review
Essential Truck Protection: High Clearance With Dual Functionality When it comes to off-road protection, rock sliders are a must-have for anyone planning to take their truck to the trail. The…
Outgear Solutions Prelander Front Bumper For 3rd Gen Tacoma – Review
Lightweight, Full-Width Tube Bumper That Offers Great Approach Angles Outgear Solutions has made a name for itself in the off-road community with its popular high-clearance rear bumpers and sliders. What…
Arroyo Tires Tamarock RT – Long Term 10K+ Mile Review
Built & Engineered For Value Without Sacrificing Performance Over the years, I’ve tested and run a lot of different tires. Everything from premium brands like Falken and Toyo, to remolded…
C4 Fabrication OTF Kit For 3rd Gen Tacoma – Review
Fitting Bigger Tires With Little To No Rubbing! Are you sick of rubbing? Or your fender flares ripping off, or bowing out; constantly trying to make it look good again?…
Sleeping & Storage Platform To Easily Switch Between Camping & Daily Driving
Where Minimalism Meets Overlanding For The Daily Driver In the world of truck camping, simplicity and adaptability are often at odds. Drawer systems offer storage but sacrifice flexibility. DIY builds…
Morimoto XB LED Tail Lights For 3rd Gen Tacoma – Review
Better Visibility & Design – The Case For A Premium Upgrade If you’re like me and always looking for subtle yet impactful upgrades for your 3rd Gen Toyota Tacoma, tail…
FOX Factory Race Series 2.5 IFP Coilovers: 30K Mile Long-Term Review
Over 30,000 Miles Of Testing & Real World Experience When you’re modifying your truck for real use, daily driving, trail runs, camping trips, and those moments where you hit the…
DR. KDSS Bolt-On Trackbar Correction Kit For 4th Gen Tacoma – Review
Fix Your Poor Tracking & Bump Steer Issues After Adding A Lift Kit If you’ve lifted your 2024+ (4th Gen) Tacoma, you might have noticed that your rear axle has…
Prinsu Pro Roof Rack For 2nd & 3rd Gen Tacoma – Review
Highly Anticipated Upgrade To The Low Profile Rack That Started It All If you’ve been around the Tacoma or overlanding scene for any time, you’ve probably come across the Prinsu…
What’s New With The GFC V2 Pro Camper? Full Feature Breakdown
Consumers Talked… & GFC Listened! Pro Model Upgrades & More Before my 4th Gen, I had a pretty built up 3rd Gen. It took me 4 years, but you could…
How Does Re-Gearing Affect Gas Mileage?
Will Gears Positively Impact MPG? We Answered With Real Data! This is the age old question and we are here to finally answer it after extended testing and data recording….
Custom PRP Seat Covers For 4th Gen Tacoma – Review
Premium Covers With Nearly Endless Customization Potential If you’re looking for the ultimate interior mod, I think a custom set of seat covers would be the most impactful thing you…
Morimoto XB Evo LED Headlights For 3rd Gen Tacoma – Review
Long-Awaited Successor For The Original XB Lights If you drive a 3rd Gen Toyota Tacoma and regularly drive at night, you’ve probably had the same thought I did… The stock…
6 Reasons To Buy A Portable Air Compressor
Why Adding One Is Essential For Your Off-Pavement Adventures A portable air compressor is one of the most important accessories to bring on on your off-road excursions. Simply put, it…
Perry Parts Rear Bump Stops For 4th Gen Tacoma – Review
Improving Rear End Damping With A New Bump Stop Tech Everyone wants the fancy, shiny lift kit. But many forget that it doesn’t end there. For optimal performance, you’ll need…
SXTH Element Off-Road Trail Pipe For 4th Gen Tacoma – Review
Fast & Affordable Mod To Fix Low Hanging Exhaust Can someone tell me why the factory exhaust hangs so low on the 4G? It’s obnoxiously low, haha. Not only does…
NYTOP Carbon Fiber Fender Flare Kit For 4th Gen Tacoma – Review
Real Carbon Construction! The Ultimate Exterior Upgrade Carbon fiber… Often imitated in appearance, it’s rare that you get a true carbon upgrade. This is largely due to cost. Real carbon…
What Is An E-Locker? Beginner’s Guide
Why An E-Locker Is The Answer To Traction Problems Traction is everything when you’re off the pavement. Whether you’re climbing rocks, crossing muddy trails, or navigating deep ruts, the ability…
Lock Off-Road Combat Wheels – Review
Rugged Design Meet Daily Durability In Several Finishes Choosing the right set of wheels for your truck is an important decision. They dramatically change the look of your truck and…
7 Reasons To Get A RiGd UltraSwing
Exploring Hitched Mounted Tire Carriers? Why RiGd Delivers! When you start to get into off-roading and camping, you start to run into problems to solve. One them is where to…
Peak Suspension 2-Piece Trail Kit For 4th Gen Tacoma – Review
The Latest Improvement & Upgrade To Traditional Leveling Kits If you’re anything like me, one of the first things you think about with a new truck are a lift kit…
Dirt King Upper Arm Double Shear Kit – Install & Review
Shock Tower & UCA Reinforcement To Prevent Frame & Bolt Damage The 2nd & 3rd Gen Tacoma’s upper control arm (UCA) bolt is rather comical in length. This bolt goes…
Perry Parts Hydro Silencers – Install & Review
A Simple Yet Effective Mod For Your Noisy Bump Stops Do you enjoy your hydraulic bumps but dislike how loud they are when they engage with the metal strike plate?…
CBI Offroad Overland Rock Sliders For 3rd Gen Tacoma – Install & Review
One Of The Most Important Pieces Of Armor For Your Truck Protecting the vehicle’s undercarriage and body panels becomes a top priority when venturing off the beaten path, especially on…
Ironman 4×4 IM2.5 Coilovers & Shocks – Overview & Initial Impressions
An All-New Suspension System From Ironman – First Look! When building a Tacoma, upgrading the suspension is probably one of the most important modifications you can make. Arguably, the kit…
Nomad Kitchen Co. LT Overlander Kit: 2-Year Review
Long Term Testing On This Drawer & Kitchen Setup For Overlanding Just over two years ago, I installed the Nomad Kitchen Co. Overlander Kit onto my truck. Today, I’m going…
How Regearing Differentials Affects Your Truck
Is This The Most Underutilized Mod For Built Trucks? So you decided to build an off-road/overland rig. You’re probably going to do things like add bigger tires, and a bunch…
Cali Raised Fog Light Replacement Kit For 4th Gen Tacoma – Install & Review
Affordable OEM-Fit, Bolt-On Lighting Upgrade For New Tacoma Visibility is everything for off-roaders, overlanders, and anyone who drives in challenging weather conditions. Whether you’re navigating foggy mountain passes or backroads…
SXTH Element Rear Recovery Points For 4th Gen Tacoma – Review
Add Much Needed Recovery Points To Your New 2024+ Tacoma In one of my last posts, I covered a set of front recovery points from SXTH Element. They’ve been great,…
RoadActive Suspension (RAS) For 2nd & 3rd Gen – Install & Review
Easy, Adjustable & Bolt On Leaf Pack Helper Springs Like many Tacoma owners, my truck does double duty as a daily driver and an adventure rig. Over the past year,…
DRT Fabrication Lo-Pro Bedbars – Install & Review
Add Utility To Your Truck Bed While Keeping It Low-Profile Bed bars are widely used in off-roading and overlanding because they add utility without breaking the bank. They keep a…
Lock Off-Road Olympus Wheels – Review
Off-Road Design With Clean Lines, Made For Trail Abuse If you’re looking to change the look of your vehicle, nothing can do more than adding a set of aggressive off-road…