Toyota Tacoma 4WD Double Cab Off-Road

IH8MUD · nick · 10 Nov 2026

Anybody put early Tundra, Tacoma or 4Runner seats in a 40? I have newer 40 bucket seats in my 1965 but no headrests. For what they sell headrests for ($350) I could easily get bucket seats with headrests for less.

IH8MUD · liveoak · 9 Nov 2026

This is a slimmed down version of a thread I used to have on another site. I hope it helps someone attempting a similar swap. I will add more as time allows. My truck 1985 4Runner SR5 22RE(bought in 1997), 33x10.5x15, (now 35x12.5x15) 5.29s, W56-A trans, single case marlin gears, ARB front/rear, 86 rear axle, marlin crossover steering, other random stuff Donor truck 2001 Tacoma Prerunner Auto that had been rolled but only had 25,000 miles. Oil pan, bellhousing, flywheel, clutch, slave and... Read more

IH8MUD · caladin · 6 Nov 2026

Pic of Mongo, who is just a few days old.. and his older brother Bam Bam my 82 fj60. I'm looking for upgrades to increase long term reliability. I know 5k oil changes w/ full synthetic are #1. Magnetic drain plugs for oil. Pan, and diffs... Anywhere else? Anyone know, sizes or part numbers for upgrades? 2nd Trans cooler, any brands better than others? What else? I'm mostly doing cheap stuff atm, rain guards for windows, lots of plastic added storage and... Read more

ClubLexus · Boomin · 6 Nov 2026

https://youtu.be/Lj92hTfuPo8?is=qjI1VGBDoMMA7rSe

IH8MUD · thepinktaco · 5 Nov 2026

Starting a build thread for my 97 that I'm in the middle of a 2UZ swap. Seeing all the old build threads from the good Pirate4x4 days and all the good info I've found on this site got me wanting to do the same for this build. Good way to keep all progression and notes in one area while sharing information between the community. Going back to 2007, 95 Tacoma I built on FZJ80 axles. Took the truck apart about 10 years ago to fix some things and its still sitting on jack stands... Read more

IH8MUD · Chuck78 · 5 Nov 2026

I was wondering if the 70 series Cruiser R151F gearbox input shaft lengths were longer in more recent years vs the 1985 or 1986 thru mid 1990's models? I knew on the R150 & R151 USA model mini trucks 86-95, versus the 96+ Tacoma R150's, that the 86-95 had a shorter input shaft @ around 6.5", and that the Tacoma era R150 had a 1" or so longer input shaft @ 7.5". The only mini truck R151F models where on the 86-87 22RTE turbo 4cyl pickup trucks, and they definitely had the 6.5" input shaft... Read more

IH8MUD · mtn biker · 4 Nov 2026

So I was wondering if there was a 40's-55's and 60's (basically classic cruisers) specific pod casts and what format they are on. I have spotify and there are a couple of ones that i have been listening to. Yotas Yotas Yotas and classic 4x4 pod casts. Like i said they are alright but the Yotas one talks a lot about Tacoma's and Tundra's in particular. and the classic 4x4 one you could probably guess that it is fairly Jeep centric. I am wanting to listen to one just classic cruisers... Read more

IH8MUD · kcjaz · 29 Oct 2026

The onboard OEM inverter has one very disappointing feature in that it drops down to 100W when you put the truck in drive which means that you can no longer power most refrigerators. This is a cheap and easy fix for that that I installed today. Super easy. It’s just clipping in a harness on the e=inverter in the center console... Read more

Ford Truck Enthusiasts · Dustin F450 · 27 Oct 2026

I'm also part of a Tacoma board and a member bought spark plugs for his truck from Rockauto.com and claimed they were fake/counterfeit. He said they looked like genuine Denso but the electrodes were...

SVTPerformance · LPEng · 25 Oct 2026

I have a 1997 Rio Red Cobra with the Roush Stage 2 package. I have a few questions about the car to firm up whether it is a real Roush car or not, along with some curiosity about how many of the SN95 Roush Cobras were actually made. The car was bought brand new in 1997 at Mallon Ford in Tacoma, WA. From the showroom floor it had all the components listed in the Roush brochure (inserted below) for the Stage 2 cobras, with the exception of the dash plaque. It has the wheels... Read more

For B Bodies Only · jimbosride · 24 Oct 2026

My 65 front seat frame was toast but had it Upholstered hoping the fix would work. Its Garbage. Anyway, would like to find one near Tacoma - Seattle area in good shape.

IH8MUD · 8bucksleft · 23 Oct 2026

Hey guys! I figured since I recently bought an 80 series I’d join the forum. I picked up a 97 Lexus LX450 Canadian spec a few weeks ago from a friend and it’s been a blast and adjustment to say the least haha, especially since coming from the Raptor and Super Duty world that I’ve been apart of for the last 14 years. I haven’t owned a Toyota since my 08 Tacoma.. but it’s sure nice to be back in behind the wheel of one! I’m looking forward to learning a lot from everyone who still posts... Read more

IH8MUD · austino · 21 Oct 2026

So my wife needs a new vehicle and one of the possibilities on her list is a 2027 Land Cruiser. I absolutely hate the Toyota buying process where you cannot just order the vehicle exactly the way you want it and wait 3/4 months and there it is. But we have a fifth generation 4Runner with 400 K miles on it as well as two previous Tacoma‘s so I was aware of the process before even starting it. We are not really looking to make the purchase to possibly December or January but just looking over... Read more

Mazdas247 · Coredawg · 19 Oct 2026

After a few months of contemplating what I should get to daily and mess around with, I finally settled on a P5. Searching the internet led to only a small array of them for sale around the country, and I settled on this one in the Tacoma, WA area. One owner since 2003 and only 145K on the clock when I purchased in June this year. Since then, I have been slowly working on wear and tear issues and starting some modification. Front catalytic converter needed to be replaced along with fuel... Read more

For B Bodies Only · Nutso · 16 Oct 2026

What was your favorite radio station from way back when? The old DJs were great! Maybe you still listen to local radio…what’s your go to station and why do you like it? In the late 90s early 2000s my old truck only had AM radio so I listened to Classic Country 1090 with DJ Buffalo Phil and 1420 Solid Gold Soul - the greatest soul hits of the 60s through the 80s. I had 5 presets and the other two were local sports radio, Seattle’s KJR 950 and 850 in Tacoma. I miss being able to call... Read more

IH8MUD · Sheilasvw · 16 Oct 2026

Hi everyone! I just wanted to say hi and introduce myself. I have a 2007 L322 Range Rover that I love. I also have a 2000 Toyota Tacoma that I am in the process of selling. I do work on my Rover here and there, easy stuff, like door cables (seemingly an ongoing situation), lights, brakes, wheels, ect. I like to know how things work and I also like to save money. I am also a long time photographer, so anytime I get an opportunity to take a great shot of my girl, I do. Thanks for letting me be... Read more

IH8MUD · turbo8 · 15 Oct 2026

I'm planning on selling\trading in my GX550 OT+ and getting a TRD Off-Road premium with the i-force max powertrain. I actually like the turbo hybrid engine in my 250, so I won't have any issues with the Taco variant. The reason is for transporting dirtbikes\mtb easier and for general truck duties. The GX is the least modified of the bunch so it will be easier to let it go. A couple questions: How is the build quality on the premium Tacomas? Is there enough rear leg room for adults in the... Read more

IH8MUD · Tigerstripe40 · 13 Oct 2026

Currently, my solar system on my overland rig (2008 Tacoma) is 165watt (rated, actual output is about 123 watt at my latitude). Running into a tired 110ah SLA battery. Currently, I am running a MorningStar PWM controller. I run a 40qt ARB refrigerator continually, and initially I had enough reserve to be able to also run a 26qt Colman Stirling Engine fridge in freezer2 mode (good enough to keep ice cream and other frozen foods frozen). The battery is about 8 years old, panels and... Read more

IH8MUD · Mr Chuck Norris · 13 Oct 2026

Hey, it's been a while - I've been off forums for the most part over the past couple years. In 2023/24 I sold all my trucks, and consolidated to one rig that I thought would be trouble-free and minimal maintenance: A 2024 Tacoma TRD Offroad, premium package, auto trans, longbed. It was great for 14 months and 9,700 miles. Then a weird vibration popped up pretty suddenly mid-December. It's been 1,000mi and the issue is still there and a bit worse now. Buckle up, this will... Read more

IH8MUD · Romer · 9 Oct 2026

Looking for any idea or suggestions on how to get Toyota involved so this can be fixed under warranty This failure has occurred twice, first in Dec 19, 2025 and again on Sept 23rd 2026. What happens both times after driving someplace for 20 minutes and coming back to the truck after an hour, the truck does not start. Everything comes on, but there is no crank to the starter, no dash error codes and nothing else amiss except no crank, no clicking, no sound at all I can tell from the starter... Read more

IH8MUD · Builtbybudski · 9 Oct 2026

Been looking for the perfect truck to build and after years finally found one that was within reasonable drive to go grab. Picked up this non-running New Mexico 67 from a property outside of OKC. Little bummed with the damage but it’s repairable and complete. It’s been swapped with a bigger engine (90 whopping horsepower) and 4 speed on the floor. Plans are to fix the front and fender, drop it on a late 90s 2wd Tacoma chassis and swap in a 3sge beams with 6 speed for a fun street truck/shop... Read more

IH8MUD · SIZZLE · 9 Oct 2026

There’s a great Cars and Coffee in Novato the first Sunday of every month at the Vintage Oaks Shopping Center. There’s usually several hundred cool cars and trucks. Everything from hot rods to exotics to 4x4s. I know there are some awesome Cruisers and Toyota trucks in Marin and Sonoma and it would be great to get some more Yotas out there. I’m out there most days in my anthracite 3rd Gen 4Runner or my white 2nd Gen Tacoma. I’ll be walking around with a cup of coffee and my... Read more

ClassicBroncos · serial car restorer · 8 Oct 2026

I made a verbal deal on the Bronc after seeing it in person last week. Today was the planned completion of the deal. The day did not go as planned. The seller and the Bronc were about 110 miles away. The trailer I was borrowing is a rather heavy unit, and I was concerned about overstressing my poor old Tacoma in the forecasted 100°F heat today. So I conscripted a friend and his big Duramax Silverado for the trip. It did not start out well. My friend called a few minutes before he was... Read more

For B Bodies Only · BeepBeepRR · 8 Oct 2026

2005 Toyota Tacoma Pre Runner 2wd 4.0l V6 The truck has 249k on the odometer it is a work truck in fair to decent shape. The pictures with the camper shell are from when this truck was used as a working beast. I had to weigh the truck down with a camper shell to keep the front wheels on the ground. It has GPS so you can locate your friends broken down truck. It can cleanly navigate you through some of the largest trailer parks in the south. Truck was used as a work truck. So it is not... Read more

IH8MUD · knuckledragger80 · 8 Oct 2026

I have a 2013 second gen Tacoma trd off-road that I've spent too much money on over the years and built it to a great little all around truck. Couldn't shake the dream of owning an 80's series Land Cruiser the more i learned about them. Ended up selling my practical daily driver sedan to purchase another 4x4 project after i found a deal i couldn't pass up. I wish I had a cheaper autistic special interest. Had this for two years now, another money pit/ poor financial decision, but **** I... Read more

IH8MUD · ttrmike · 7 Oct 2026

Working on a transmission swap project to replace a munched G54. Info and parts are getting scarce for the mini trucks so I’d figure share what I find. The goal is a stronger R series transmission behind a 22R while maintaining the shifter positions on the floor. I’m keeping the factory bench seat of my 87 Pickup, and have little interest in majorly modify the floor pan. I have a R156F from a 2017-2018 2TR 4WD Tacoma, plus a 22RTE bell housing and R151F turbo extension housing to bolt up a... Read more

ClubLexus · MPalmer · 6 Oct 2026

Image: A random bit of luck saw the 2026 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro in Wavemaker pull into my driveway for review here on National Taco Day, which makes today National Taco Day on Taco Tuesday with...

Rennlist · ScottArizona · 2 Oct 2026

Ok, been thinking lately about taking the 928 plunge. I've loved these things since high school, and feel like one would make a pretty "rad" semi-daily. I currently daily a Tacoma, and I have other...

ClubLexus · MorganWheeler · 29 Sep 2026

Just purchased a 2015 Lexus RCF and am in search of an alternative auto shop to the Lexus Dealership. Any help would be greatly appreciated.