I'm so glad I went with the silver sky off road model for my 17' tacoma trdsb,bought it used with only 13,000 miles few years ago and the only owner before me bought all the tow,premium radio tech packages, hard tri fold oem tonneau cover upgrades, and added, steel steps, led light bar, and raptor lights, and pro style grill, I'm currently 45,000 miles now all I've done to it so far was replace the tires with 265/75/16 falken wild peaks, added hi rise camper shell, K&N filter, kd maxx pro tune, custom built a bigger cubby for arb single on board comp., sold the steps, just order some cali raised 25° angle rock sliders, and cali raised premium 360° roof rack can't wait to install it as well as in large the other small cubby, and replace that low power 400W inverter with more powerful one. So my 4600 shocks seems to be holding up just fine but will be replacing them later with some 5100's and maybe do 2 1/2" suspension lift and go with some 33" tires. Thanks for the video, but most of your complaints really are pretty much some simple fix to resolve with little more money to fork out gl with your builds happy trails be safe
Thank you Sir. yours is pretty awesome as well. Nice thing once I add all this extra weight later the man that did my tune told me he will retune free of charge to the upgraded updated one. I went with the one step just below the most aggressive setting and I still use my ect off and on when I want that extra and quick low end torque response you know, definitely one of the best mods to do on these tacomas regardless whether manual or auto trans. You know try not to prolong it any longer if and when you have the funds put it towards that mod for sure.
Totally agree with #3. I’ve also driven manual my whole life and this truck has a mind of its own, super smooth or super sluggish. I live in northern Canada and in cold weather it’s even worse. When you take your foot off the clutch it comes out so slow
Paint yes i have the same issue. For the clutch i did the accumulator delete to fix the problem its a must do asap before burning out the clutch. Seat spacers help out making feel like a truck
I have a 21 TRD Sport 4x4. Bought it because 99.9% of my driving is in suburbia despite having a heart that’s off the road somewhere. It gets babies and spends its nights, sometimes days on end if I, working remotely in the garage. I wanted a manual trans but at the time I bought mine, the dealership still had a small inventory of Tacomas on the lot. They found me an SR5 double cab in the pipeline, but price-wise, I got a better deal on the Sport they had on the lot - hard to believe that once you could get a few incentives and discounts.
@@johnbielenda7336 reverse will be headache sometimes. When it's difficult to put on reverse, I will shift to 1st, 2nd then it will be easy to shift to reverse .
There is a accumulator in the clutch hydraulic line that makes it easier for people who don't know how to drive stick, there is a lot of videos on the removal /bypass that makes it much better they say.
It seems that the metallic paint colors hold up better on the tacomas compared to the solid colors. I have MGM and it's not perfect but it's holding up
I am going to pick up a TRD sport 2023 manual transmission in lunar rock in a couple days and hearing the clutch doesn’t come right up is kind of disappointing I will have to see if mine does that. Clutches should be hard to push in and springs right up! Haha
I have white since it doesn’t show as much when you get some backwoods pinstripes. Also in CO I would like a headed windshield on the bottom for the wipers. I tapered in a 19 frontier pro 4x for a 21 TRD off-road both were white the Nissan paint was better as far as rock chips but not much. The engine and trans were old school but way better. The 4.0 and 5 speed auto avg 1 to 2 miles less but a,ot more low torque and no hunting in the trans. Towed better as well. Only reason I traded was because the Nissan had less lift options and most were a lot. I wish I could just get the trans fixed better and then afford a supercharger. I did get it new so for now it’s on a TRD lift with the pro grill they sell I got on a steal for $1k with my discount and a set of bronze TRD pro wheels that cost be $800 for the set. Working in the body shop business I do get some deals. I have 275/70r17 no rub and off roads well. Only rubs the mud guards at stock height also. Good video
Oh geez, good thing you purchased those shocks. Not sure if you purchased the truck new or used. If you had purchased new, Toyota should replace the shocks that were blown. The grab handle wasn’t put on for visual purposes while driving from what I heard. Good concerns in this video.
Yeah got pretty lucky, the truck was very slightly used when I got it. It's still under Toyota care, I was going to talk to them about it but I hate dealing with dealerships.
That’s cool it’s still under Toyota care, might need it for things that may arise later. I purchased brand new, another dealership wanted me to buy a 19’ that had 20,000 miles and came with 100,000 mile warranty!!! I swear thought the guy was lying. They wanted $39 for an SR5. My truck was $40 with 5 miles on it.
I've had these same issues with my SR5 2019, 2 of my shocks went out at 35k so I replaced all with 5100 Bilsteins. And it seems like if a leaf falls on my truck it scratches the clear coat.
Good points. I have a 2023 Sport and I was also wondering why no grab handle on the drivers side. Drivers seat still doesn't have a pocket. And yeah.....why is there no access cubby on the drivers side bed? Still.....I love my truck. It's awesome!
My 2023 TRD Sport didn't have the blind spot sensors put in because of the chip crisis. I do have the lane assist .?? I would much rather have the blind spot lights.
The wireless charging area is STUPID, the transmission gear hunting is annoying an it can be tuned out, the hood scoop is not functional but is on Gen 2 & 4 models. My shocks are all black so unsure what that means, and the trucks color is Midnight black. Mine was also driven by the service manager of the dealerships lease which just ended.
Funny you mentioned cut cost on the leather seats. On my 23 taco sport the seat is not all leather, the right side of the bottom seat is not leather its some sort of fabric. It's hidden
Not aware of any 3rd gens having a driver side handle my 19 pro doesn't have one and I wish it did. I believe it was done for blindspot purposes because it's a mid and full size Tundras have it (there is an aftermarket kit for one). Also hate the way the interior doors scratch easily. I also have super white and it's been flawless so can't complain about that one. WIndshield heaters would be nice since my 21 4runner Venture has them so wtf, also would love a heated steering wheel but not a big deal there. I do love my truck though..
I love my 2019 Tacoma Sport but the Sport suspension is garbage. I threw it all out early and put in Bilstein 6112's in the front, 5160's in the back and SPC UCA's. Those skinny Hitachi shocks are just junk.
Appearantly the shock had over extended to blow it out like that, as for paint my daughter had 2013 white corolla we complained to toyota about the paint peeled off from edge of sunroof to edge of window 2'×1' patch size, after weeks went buy toyota got back to us told us to take it into dealership to have it repaired the dealership told us it was common on mainly white colored vehicles which also happens to other vehicle manufactures cars & trucks but they told us they have had many problems on this issue, reality is these tacomas have good style to them but toyota is cutting corners building them cheaper lower quality paint & prep but charging tons more money for ultimately in time having problems on these way over priced trucks completely unacceptable but as long as the consumer keeps paying the ridiculous high prices on them toyota dealerships is having a good laugh because they dont really care its all bout being greedy & selling something in these times now with much lower quality & the consumer is willing to yet buy them with all the problems they come with.
@@ModernDayViking Yes I will be currious myself to see what they will "take Away" & yet boost the prices up even more so.. They took the handle away on drivers side as you know, they took away the extra storage compartment in the bed on left rear side, they continue to use the bogus excuse of chip shortages when yet consumers can go into any dealership to order any tacoma or car they want & magically the truck or car shows up in days that has the chip in it that "They" say has a shortage on?.. I believe it's a complete marketing sales scam that let's them justify to mark up prices significantly so they can't be sued for price gouging even though we are on everything else as gas & food etc, an absolute joke...
Perhaps the WORST part of the 3rd gen is that crummy 2GR-FKS Camry motor they put in it that has oil starvation problems when you offroad it a little. Pathetic.
just wait -soon your rear diff will leak, your frame will rust, and those plastic engine parts will crack..... you forgot to mention how annoying the truck is -like a bad naggy girl friend -the truck is always beeping at you
the most overpriced, overly hyped, poorly designed, poorly built truck of all time -period. .... stop saying u love the truck -u would love having a truck an the idea of having a taco .... buy an old chevy -thats the sweet spot
@@xhxjdksdkdbdbs first, untrue ... second, why r u sorry as if I care about what people want... go buy something that's not as good as a chevy -see if I care -ur mistake -not mine
Hey bro, don't blame the truck, then why did you buy the taco??? If you're complaining about little things and just go buy a better off-roading shock... I know those stock shocks are sucks and I would replace it with very good shocks
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Hope you guys enjoyed the video! Are you seeing any other issues with your Tacoma?
I will say this though your theory about why the handles not their Toyota does do stuff like that little Cost Cutters
I'm so glad I went with the silver sky off road model for my 17' tacoma trdsb,bought it used with only 13,000 miles few years ago and the only owner before me bought all the tow,premium radio tech packages, hard tri fold oem tonneau cover upgrades, and added, steel steps, led light bar, and raptor lights, and pro style grill, I'm currently 45,000 miles now all I've done to it so far was replace the tires with 265/75/16 falken wild peaks, added hi rise camper shell, K&N filter, kd maxx pro tune, custom built a bigger cubby for arb single on board comp., sold the steps, just order some cali raised 25° angle rock sliders, and cali raised premium 360° roof rack can't wait to install it as well as in large the other small cubby, and replace that low power 400W inverter with more powerful one. So my 4600 shocks seems to be holding up just fine but will be replacing them later with some 5100's and maybe do 2 1/2" suspension lift and go with some 33" tires. Thanks for the video, but most of your complaints really are pretty much some simple fix to resolve with little more money to fork out gl with your builds happy trails be safe
Nice build! I'm thinking about getting tuned myself pretty soon!
Thank you Sir. yours is pretty awesome as well.
Nice thing once I add all this extra weight later the man that did my tune told me he will retune free of charge to the upgraded updated one. I went with the one step just below the most aggressive setting and I still use my ect off and on when I want that extra and quick low end torque response you know, definitely one of the best mods to do on these tacomas regardless whether manual or auto trans. You know try not to prolong it any longer if and when you have the funds put it towards that mod for sure.
Nice video man. Thanks for this. I have a 2018 Sport and love it, but then again, I only have 33,340 miles on it so I don't have many issues so far.
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the video
Totally agree with #3. I’ve also driven manual my whole life and this truck has a mind of its own, super smooth or super sluggish. I live in northern Canada and in cold weather it’s even worse. When you take your foot off the clutch it comes out so slow
Yup same, here north east of us has been very cold the past few days. Clutch barley moves when you first start it up lol
On my 2021 sport 4x4 double cab I ditched the Hitachi shocks and installed the Eibach pro kit. 2 inch lift and overall just better ride and handling
Awesome! Alot of people love the eibach setup
Paint yes i have the same issue. For the clutch i did the accumulator delete to fix the problem its a must do asap before burning out the clutch. Seat spacers help out making feel like a truck
Gonna have to do that delete. What method did you use
KFLO TACOMA did a install
Great video, man! I am thinking about buying a Taco and this was definitely helpful.
Thanks! Good luck with your truck!
I have a 21 TRD Sport 4x4. Bought it because 99.9% of my driving is in suburbia despite having a heart that’s off the road somewhere. It gets babies and spends its nights, sometimes days on end if I, working remotely in the garage. I wanted a manual trans but at the time I bought mine, the dealership still had a small inventory of Tacomas on the lot. They found me an SR5 double cab in the pipeline, but price-wise, I got a better deal on the Sport they had on the lot - hard to believe that once you could get a few incentives and discounts.
I like those Bilsteins bro, looking at getting those for my TRD Sport
Definitely would dude, made me fall in love with the truck all over again!
Everything you said are correct, specially the clutch. You won't get used to this truck.
Right, guess I will be spending my time with this truck making it better lol
thanks.........and i always thought it was me..........issues into second sometimes and reverse is nasty sometimes..........
@@johnbielenda7336 reverse will be headache sometimes. When it's difficult to put on reverse, I will shift to 1st, 2nd then it will be easy to shift to reverse .
@@sameertamang2870 agreed.....
There is a accumulator in the clutch hydraulic line that makes it easier for people who don't know how to drive stick, there is a lot of videos on the removal /bypass that makes it much better they say.
It seems that the metallic paint colors hold up better on the tacomas compared to the solid colors. I have MGM and it's not perfect but it's holding up
Yeah we will see, my dad is running a red 22 and it seems to have the same paint issue
I am going to pick up a TRD sport 2023 manual transmission in lunar rock in a couple days and hearing the clutch doesn’t come right up is kind of disappointing I will have to see if mine does that. Clutches should be hard to push in and springs right up! Haha
I have white since it doesn’t show as much when you get some backwoods pinstripes. Also in CO I would like a headed windshield on the bottom for the wipers. I tapered in a 19 frontier pro 4x for a 21 TRD off-road both were white the Nissan paint was better as far as rock chips but not much. The engine and trans were old school but way better. The 4.0 and 5 speed auto avg 1 to 2 miles less but a,ot more low torque and no hunting in the trans. Towed better as well. Only reason I traded was because the Nissan had less lift options and most were a lot. I wish I could just get the trans fixed better and then afford a supercharger. I did get it new so for now it’s on a TRD lift with the pro grill they sell I got on a steal for $1k with my discount and a set of bronze TRD pro wheels that cost be $800 for the set. Working in the body shop business I do get some deals. I have 275/70r17 no rub and off roads well. Only rubs the mud guards at stock height also. Good video
Have you thought about getting the Tacoma tuned? It's about 500$ but really helps how the transmission shifts and throttle response
If you lift your truck you need to get longer shocks relative to the size of your lift.
True there is a big risk of bottoming out the shock. My shock broke while the suspension and lift was stock
My 2020 front right shock was leaking too. Thank God it was warranty covered I thing it had like 35k miles at the time .
That's crazy, shame though..
Oh geez, good thing you purchased those shocks. Not sure if you purchased the truck new or used. If you had purchased new, Toyota should replace the shocks that were blown. The grab handle wasn’t put on for visual purposes while driving from what I heard. Good concerns in this video.
Yeah got pretty lucky, the truck was very slightly used when I got it. It's still under Toyota care, I was going to talk to them about it but I hate dealing with dealerships.
That’s cool it’s still under Toyota care, might need it for things that may arise later. I purchased brand new, another dealership wanted me to buy a 19’ that had 20,000 miles and came with 100,000 mile warranty!!! I swear thought the guy was lying. They wanted $39 for an SR5. My truck was $40 with 5 miles on it.
@@brentkramer7358 That's crazy! glad you were able to get one new a lot of people have been having trouble getting new
My 21 pro has been good. I do some mild off roading. But yes, the paint sucks.
I've had these same issues with my SR5 2019, 2 of my shocks went out at 35k so I replaced all with 5100 Bilsteins. And it seems like if a leaf falls on my truck it scratches the clear coat.
Right! It's crazy how weak the paint is
@@ModernDayViking I have a 2021 TRD 2wd....did the Blisteins make a good ride difference? Thanks
Good points. I have a 2023 Sport and I was also wondering why no grab handle on the drivers side. Drivers seat still doesn't have a pocket. And yeah.....why is there no access cubby on the drivers side bed? Still.....I love my truck. It's awesome!
I hate shifting into second gear always seems like I’m doing it wrong.
Right! It's all over the place
I noticed the thin paint thing with my cement grey as well !
My 2023 TRD Sport didn't have the blind spot sensors put in because of the chip crisis. I do have the lane assist .?? I would much rather have the blind spot lights.
That’s the reason I don’t like manual cars the dealership will blame the problem on your driving skills
Yeah it definitely is a problem
Bet you could order a replacement a pillar cover oh shit handle for a 2016 or any 3rd Gen that has it and I bet it will fit.
I saw a few for sale, might look into it
I've had a fox shock go bad .
The wireless charging area is STUPID, the transmission gear hunting is annoying an it can be tuned out, the hood scoop is not functional but is on Gen 2 & 4 models.
My shocks are all black so unsure what that means, and the trucks color is Midnight black. Mine was also driven by the service manager of the dealerships lease which just ended.
Funny you mentioned cut cost on the leather seats. On my 23 taco sport the seat is not all leather, the right side of the bottom seat is not leather its some sort of fabric. It's hidden
My voodoo blue paint chips easily as well. Would have expected a better paint job for a 30k truck lol
Imagine how I feel after paying 43k lol
I got to say man I had a 17 3rd gen 2017 I don't think it had to handle
Not sure what year they stopped. The 2016 had it
My 2016 sport doesn’t have one on drivers side
Not aware of any 3rd gens having a driver side handle my 19 pro doesn't have one and I wish it did. I believe it was done for blindspot purposes because it's a mid and full size Tundras have it (there is an aftermarket kit for one). Also hate the way the interior doors scratch easily. I also have super white and it's been flawless so can't complain about that one. WIndshield heaters would be nice since my 21 4runner Venture has them so wtf, also would love a heated steering wheel but not a big deal there. I do love my truck though..
True about inconsistency with manual tranny on my 2021 TRD Off-road. And I have also been driving only manuals all my life.
yeah gets annoying. We have been doing some research on improving it.
My 2017 tacoma sport is white and its peeling at the same part u show on the picture there
That sucks...have you attempted to reach out to Toyota?
@@ModernDayViking i have not but i should.
My 2017 Tacoma has paint problem....thin layers shows primer between clearcoats still smooth but paint not holding up.
Same problem in my 23 w the paint very thin already made my first scratch with my jackets zipper 🤦♂️
That's the worst sorry to hear that!
bro -u could breathe on a taco and the paint would come off ... even the dealerships admit the paint is crap
Does your clutch have a cable or rods connecting pedal to clutch arm?
I love my 2019 Tacoma Sport but the Sport suspension is garbage. I threw it all out early and put in Bilstein 6112's in the front, 5160's in the back and SPC UCA's. Those skinny Hitachi shocks are just junk.
Wondering if your clutch slave cylinder is low or miss adjusted.
4Runners have heated windshield windshield.
You modified the truck...it broke and now you don’t like it?
None of the modifications done to the truck would have broke a shock with 20,000 miles on it.
Appearantly the shock had over extended to blow it out like that, as for paint my daughter had 2013 white corolla we complained to toyota about the paint peeled off from edge of sunroof to edge of window 2'×1' patch size, after weeks went buy toyota got back to us told us to take it into dealership to have it repaired the dealership told us it was common on mainly white colored vehicles which also happens to other vehicle manufactures cars & trucks but they told us they have had many problems on this issue, reality is these tacomas have good style to them but toyota is cutting corners building them cheaper lower quality paint & prep but charging tons more money for ultimately in time having problems on these way over priced trucks completely unacceptable but as long as the consumer keeps paying the ridiculous high prices on them toyota dealerships is having a good laugh because they dont really care its all bout being greedy & selling something in these times now with much lower quality & the consumer is willing to yet buy them with all the problems they come with.
Yup exactly! I'm interested to see how bad they mess up the 4th gen when it comes out.
@@ModernDayViking Yes I will be currious myself to see what they will "take Away" & yet boost the prices up even more so.. They took the handle away on drivers side as you know, they took away the extra storage compartment in the bed on left rear side, they continue to use the bogus excuse of chip shortages when yet consumers can go into any dealership to order any tacoma or car they want & magically the truck or car shows up in days that has the chip in it that "They" say has a shortage on?.. I believe it's a complete marketing sales scam that let's them justify to mark up prices significantly so they can't be sued for price gouging even though we are on everything else as gas & food etc, an absolute joke...
21 off road the paint is thin bro multiple scratches n dings paint is gone
It's crazy, definitely going to end up wrapping mine at some point
@@ModernDayViking more $ smh Toyota
My paint has faded me too
how can a clutch be inconsistent a clutch is a clutch just practice with it .
Between the clutch accumulator and the delay in the throttle its pretty inconsistent. Do you not have issues with your?
Go buy a Chevy and see how you do buddy
Lol
LMAO! straight to the junkyard
Good vid!!
Thanks dude!
My 2022 trd sport came with bilstiens.
Perfect video 😉
Thank you!
It’s probably a hydraulic clutch not a manual clutch
Yeah it's hydraulic
Great video! Welcome to today’s Toyota; 💩QC.
Right... It's unfortunate
Perhaps the WORST part of the 3rd gen is that crummy 2GR-FKS Camry motor they put in it that has oil starvation problems when you offroad it a little. Pathetic.
Hahaha
@@ModernDayViking - Yeah I laughed too at what a crap motor it is.
just wait -soon your rear diff will leak, your frame will rust, and those plastic engine parts will crack..... you forgot to mention how annoying the truck is -like a bad naggy girl friend -the truck is always beeping at you
the most overpriced, overly hyped, poorly designed, poorly built truck of all time -period. .... stop saying u love the truck -u would love having a truck an the idea of having a taco .... buy an old chevy -thats the sweet spot
No one wants a Chevy pos sorry
@@xhxjdksdkdbdbs first, untrue ... second, why r u sorry as if I care about what people want... go buy something that's not as good as a chevy -see if I care -ur mistake -not mine
Hey bro, don't blame the truck, then why did you buy the taco??? If you're complaining about little things and just go buy a better off-roading shock... I know those stock shocks are sucks and I would replace it with very good shocks
These trucks cost close to 50k now. Nothing should break under 30k miles
@@ModernDayViking I know, they are very greedy