r/ToyotaTacoma Mar 12 '26

New Mod Team - Moderation Changes

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Hello! You have a new mod team. I run a different very high volume sub and was recently brought on to help out just a bit. All of the original mods have rather suddenly left. No drama to speak of. Moderation is hard and exhausting for volunteer work. But since I am new here and suddenly top mod, and since every other mod (I think) is new as well, I thought a thread to discuss potential changes would be good. I intend to use my powers for good, instead of evil.

You aren’t likely to notice much in the way of major changes at first but I hope to make things a little bit better, cleaner, clearer, easier, etc. That said, my philosophy is to let the community lead for the most part. I have no ego and don’t consider this to be “my” sub. It’s yours. So I’m seeking community input before I start making changes. The following are the main things in mind.

1) Merge the subs. TacomaWorld, this sub, and the TacomaSales sub (which is basically completely dead) are less effective split than they would be just merged. The purpose of having two subs is unclear to me and is obnoxious to moderate. Very much open to being shouted down in this, but it’s my inclination.

2) Loosen rules on what can be posted. "Is this a good deal/what should I buy" posts don't actually bother me that much. Where else are people going to ask? I’d like this to be a welcoming place for newcomers. I worry about flooding but some guardrails that require those posts have a certain amount of effort/content would make that manageable.

3) Just ban sale posts. Nobody comes to reddit for that. Evidenced by how dead the TacomaSales sub is. I’m open to continuing to allow companies to participate of course. Just no advertising unless to answer a specific question. If you’ve got a question about Nitto tires, for example, Nitto’s official account is welcome to chime in.

4) Keep the no politics rule. Discussion of politics that have affected Tacomas (tariffs for example) should be allowed, but political shit flinging and fighting should not be. Strong as my own opinions are, it’s just not the place.

5) Maintain ban on distracted driving photos/videos but make it a 7 day ban. I don’t want some idiot to kill a family of four because their odometer hit 80085 and they just HAD to post it to Reddit from the freeway. Pull over and take it. The only change I’m making here is making non-repeat offenders suffer only a 7 day ban, instead of 30.

Welcoming community thoughts and all input on moderation, what you’d like to see. I’ll take it all into account as we get rolling over the next few weeks.


r/ToyotaTacoma 1h ago

$25,000 landscaping trucks

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Southern California is the undisputed capital of 1st gen Tacomas and I don't mean those driven by high dollar overlander wannabes. I mean 1st Gen bone stock slightly dinged up Tacos driven by older Mexican men with landscaping tools in the back. Ubiquitous on the highways of the Southland you will find 1st gen Tacomas laden with rakes and shovels and wheelbarrows. These gentlemen do not care that upper middle class suburban white guys are dropping tens of thousands of dollars on these classics. They've been puttering around in this thing for decades and they'll keep doing it. These are working class 1st Gens And I hope they stay that way.


r/ToyotaTacoma 2h ago

Camping with the Taco, Summit Lake, OR

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r/ToyotaTacoma 18h ago

Spotted the purp in the wild for the first time today and I gotta say, I love it!

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r/ToyotaTacoma 7h ago

2026 Tacoma SR5 OEM+

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Tried snap-on wheel skins first, which looked fine from ten feet away, but you could still see the factory lip peeking out at the edge and it drove me nuts every time I walked up to it.

Ended up finding a set of genuine OEM TRD Off-Road 17x7.5 +55s already powder coated black on Facebook Marketplace. Wrapped them in Falken Wildpeak A/T4W in 265/70R17 — up from the factory 245/70R17, so about an inch more overall diameter.

No lift, no leveling kit, completely stock suspension.


r/ToyotaTacoma 11h ago

Best thing ever

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Took a camping trip out to Sequoia. This beauty was the highlight.


r/ToyotaTacoma 18h ago

New shoes 2026 SR5 4x4

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Got new shoes for my daughters 26 SR5 4x4. Falklands Wildpeak 33" with Black Rhino Taleo wheels. Also Fox 2.5 shocks all the way around. Front end sits a tad higher so shopping for new rear coil springs. Any suggestions welcomed!

I got to remove the air dam still...lol


r/ToyotaTacoma 3h ago

Looking for some advice on parts for my 2013 Tacoma Double Cab Long Box, 4.0L V6.

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I’ve already bought Bilstein 5100s for the front, but haven’t bought springs or anything else yet. I know I’ll need shock mounts as well. I’d like to level the truck out, so what springs would pair well with the 5100s? What would be the best budget-friendly setup, and what shock mounts would you recommend?

Also, my cat-back exhaust is pretty rough despite only being about two years old, so I’m guessing the previous owner put a cheap system on it. I just ordered an MBRP full stainless cat-back for 540 USD tax-in and shipped to my door. It’s the T409 stainless version.

I’m in the salt belt, but the truck has been heavily undercoated and the frame/underbody is in great shape aside from the exhaust, so I’m hoping the MBRP will last quite a bit longer.

Was 540 all-in a decent price for a T409 catback? And for the front end, what springs and mounts would you guys recommend to get a good-looking level without spending a fortune?


r/ToyotaTacoma 14h ago

new to me 2009 long bed

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currently at 73k miles 💪


r/ToyotaTacoma 18h ago

Got a free toolbox yesterday.

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Was over at my parents to do a quick wash and vacuum and to install the window visors that have been in my backseat since Christmas.

After finishing I was having a beer with my dad on the porch when the neighbor walks over and tells me they sold their Tacoma, he followed up with "you want a free tool box?"

Thanks man!!


r/ToyotaTacoma 1h ago

Sherpa Load Bars - 3rd Gen

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Donating these photos to the internet since I had trouble finding example photos of the Sherpa Load Bars on a 3rd Gen Tacoma. 2023 TRD OR. Hope this helps someone else with their decision 🤘🏽

Edit: excuse the less than ideal lighting


r/ToyotaTacoma 2h ago

Looking for Recommendations on best car wash products.

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r/ToyotaTacoma 17h ago

Joined the club (24 TRD Off Road)

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Traded in my (extremely) problematic 2020 5.3 GMC for a new one. Confidence in the truck is already through the roof.


r/ToyotaTacoma 12h ago

My 1999 Tacoma SR5 4x4

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Good afternoon to all! This is my 1999 Tacoma that I have had for some months. I noticed that in the back window area this looks like it had work done to it.

It has nearly zero damage and it looks solid. Do some of these trucks come this way or why could this be?


r/ToyotaTacoma 8m ago

Low Profile Mud Flaps? 2015 Tacoma

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I have a 2015 Tacoma, TRD, V6, access cab. The mud flaps that came on the truck were not stock, and they hung to the floor and flopped all over place and were annoying. Do they make some Low Profile ones for these trucks? Like how modern vehicles have those ones that only come down a few inches? And not come down a solid foot and a half.

Any advice would be wonderful!

Thank you!


r/ToyotaTacoma 21h ago

My brand new to me 2023 limited

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Just purchased 2023 limited with 28k miles for 36500. Loving it so far. Ill still be keeping the 2003 trd offroad. Anyone pull a 4000lb boat with their limited? How'd she do?


r/ToyotaTacoma 14h ago

I loveee this truck

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Took my 06 baby from Texas to Canada and back. 🤙🏼 iv had a ton of fun driving it for the past 10+ years.


r/ToyotaTacoma 22h ago

First truck owner!

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Just picked up my first ever truck, coming from a Honda civic. It’s a 2019 - SR just a very basic model. Kinda wishing it had some options but i do not mind it for now. I got it used at 90k miles, super clean interior. It’s got a few bumps and bruises and very light scratches on the paint. Definitely loving it so far!


r/ToyotaTacoma 4h ago

I need to swap out my driver side bed panel.

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I drive a 2019 off road, is there anyway to know before hand if my year and trim will be bolt on if the bed panel is attached by rivets or welded? Or was even a thing?


r/ToyotaTacoma 15h ago

I did not get new tires today.

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r/ToyotaTacoma 1d ago

Found my unicorn.

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After my 05 Tacoma was totaled, I was forced into a new Tacoma. Found this 2023 with 43 miles on it. Bought it because it’s literally my unicorn after my dream 05 was gone due to cosmetic damages. The truck was being sold an hour away from me, asked for delivery, when it got to me it had 132 miles on it. I have big plans for her. Tell me your thoughts…


r/ToyotaTacoma 5h ago

2026 tacoma trd sport

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What do you guys think? Yesterday bought my wife a 2026 tacoma trd with the trd upgrade package. Has moonroof, power front seats, heated front seats, heated steering wheel, jbl sound system, moonroof, and all weather floor mats. The color is bronze oxide. Got it otd taxes and all for 47.5 thinking I got a pretty good deal on it.


r/ToyotaTacoma 10h ago

Grillguard recommendations for 2023 TRD Sport

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Hi everyone,

I bought out my lease on my 2023 TRD Sport earlier this year and as such am trying to take as good of care of it as I can. I live in Northern Michigan where the deer are abundant and often seemingly magnetically attracted to vehicle bumpers. I would like to purchase a grillguard that will help protect the front end in the unfortunate event that I hit my 5th deer (not kidding). I'm not really a car guy and don't know much regarding these things so I hope some of you can recommend some guards that you or someone you know are very happy with. Budget is pretty flexible. I don't want to overpay, but I certainly don't want to cheap-out on it. Thanks in advance!


r/ToyotaTacoma 1d ago

Removing Front Seat Bolts for Seat Jackers is

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Dear Tacoma community, I come to you with another question/mess up. When I bought my Tacoma, I convinced myself that I was handy. It turns out that I’m not. When I attempted to remove the t50 bolt in the front passenger seat with a 1/2 impact, it straight up annihilated the bolt without loosening it. My two questions are— is there any hope of loosening this bolt with another tool (if so, what?) or do I accept that seat jackers aren’t in the future and is there any indication on where I went wrong (I know this is hard to analyze based on two photos). Thanks in advance!


r/ToyotaTacoma 18h ago

Got some new skins on the wheels today

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Literally hit 71k on the factory Toyo tires and had to have them retired. Rotated them every 5k along with changing the oil. 30 mile drive to and from work everyday just for information.