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I am an Old Guy 75 years old and the electric tailgate I think are great especially lifting the tail gate.

Very comprehensive and highly relevant to the overland community! Learned a few new things I didn't saw elsewhere

@IndependenceOverland

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking it out man, I hope everyone goes to check out your video as well, as you covered some very useful information for potential buyers.

@NHBackcountryGuide

Жыл бұрын

I saw Kai's video the other day and am also disappointed that Toyota did not add a front locker or long-travel suspension. Maybe that stuff is lost on 99% of Toyota owners which is why Toyota opts for innovations that sound good for the marketing dept. (i.e., suspension seats)? So far, no manufacturer has been able to offer something that pulls me away from my '04 4Runner with the 4.7L v8. Maybe something in the next 4 years? lol

@charliehex

Жыл бұрын

Came here to shout TA out.

@okcleaners

Жыл бұрын

Joint video from you both soon? 😁

@johnswick4593

Жыл бұрын

Where else have you sawed things? Inqeering mynds nead two no.

Every off road trip I do is with two people. I don't have kids, and friends bring their own vehicles. My dream Tacoma would be a Trailhunter Access cab. It would give me a 6' bed with a shorter vehicle that has a better break over clearance.

@fredwilliams8898

Жыл бұрын

My dream is a Trailhunter Access Cab with a stick and a non-hybrid motor.

@Z3V5B0

Жыл бұрын

Sounds good. My 13 std cab, 6ft bed and stick is terrific off road. Unfortunately they did away with it

@dsmith3134

7 ай бұрын

I love my access cab, would buy the two door if it was a 4x4. Need 4wd where I am. But don’t want something the size of a short bed 150, and feel anything shorter than 6’ bed is useless.

As an engineer I can tell you from 20+ years of experience 90% of the time a engineer is smarter than engineers. However, engineers are faster than a engineer. Engineering isn't a religion, it does not require you to take "it" on faith. Great content and it is awesome that referenced Tinker!

@IndependenceOverland

10 ай бұрын

Kai is the man!

Great video man, shows that putting a vehicle together is not as easy as we think, considering aftermarket mods, safety requirements, emission requirements etc.

Fantastic overview very informative. Nice to hear an honest perspective on these new trucks from somebody in the overland community.

We use our trucks to go deep into NV where we don’t see anyone for days… all this electronics is scary

@BH-BH

Жыл бұрын

Yeah - I’m sticking with my 4Runner until they pry it from my cold, dead fingers!

@NorthPaddle

Жыл бұрын

Imagine having a new GM truck where you can’t even control your headlights if the infotainment screen fails. 😳

@RJBiteanerd

Жыл бұрын

@@NorthPaddle there's already a TSB for screen failures. Something about low voltage to the screen.

@frontieroverland4502

Жыл бұрын

That why I'll stick with my frontier.

@vincefairleigh6899

Жыл бұрын

Let’s not forget the outrageous price, im serious considering building a first generation bronco with better parts.

Excellent info, the stuff we want to know. Well done, continue the great work. I'll want the seats for my '23.

Probably the best evaluation I’ve listened to yet. Great job! Excited to seeing the truck finally come out, but I will not trade my 2nd gen for it… just possibly add to the fleet.

@beri232

8 ай бұрын

Personally, I hope that 6’ box gets offered on TRD PRO instead of the Trailhunter. I don’t need a snorkel or headache rack on the back. I just need to be able to haul my atv once and awhile and the PRO is a better platform for me

I'm more on the disappointed side. Access cab and 6 ft bef was perfect size. Anything less than a 6foot bed on a truck isn't any good for me. The new 6 foot options are just to much length. Not a fan of all the electronics for something that gets used back country. Extra cost for features I'd never use. Gone are the days of get a Taco the way you want it, no lettuce extra beans qnd onion. There's just something better about less tech oriented vehicles. My FJ is that way, it's like "this is what im capable of, it's up to you to get me to do it." I'll honestly probably look harder at one of the 4 runners out now before they update.

@NorthPaddle

Жыл бұрын

Bingo! Trailhunter Access Cab would be perfect for me.

@JohnnyTsunami77

Жыл бұрын

Tacoma hasn’t had beans lettuce and onions since it’s inception. lol. Probably less then 5% of Tacoma owners actually overland their trucks.

@honestabe1940

Жыл бұрын

AMEN!

@johnbielenda7336

Жыл бұрын

Agreed........6ft Access Cab is what i have.........and longer will not fit in the garage as it is now........and you can keep all you fancy electronics........not neede......jmo.

Yes I agree about the disposable bed rack. And the camper shell options which I would put on the truck..

What they didn't mention was the 70k price 😅

@gooffy89

Жыл бұрын

Ppl were already paying 65k pre inflation for a pro

@fredwilliams8898

Жыл бұрын

@@gooffy89 My dealer has a pro for 67,600 after dealer adjustment.

@MeepitVader

3 ай бұрын

@@fredwilliams8898 Man, I just walked onto a lot 9 months later and found a pro for $3,000 UNDER MSRP.

@jeffray2869

2 ай бұрын

@@fredwilliams8898 Dealer Adjustment ? Upward?? LOL

Nice job! Very professionally done! I had been researching the new Tacoma and your video hit my feed. With high quality content like this, I expect your channel will grow quickly, and become big enough for manufacturers to invite you for reviews.👍🏼

@IndependenceOverland

Жыл бұрын

Well that sure would be cool!

@chrisx5127

11 ай бұрын

@@IndependenceOverland That e-brake worries me.

Great video! the super dramatic music at feature transitions lol

After 35 years being around trucks, and SUV's as well as the guys and gals who drive them I can tell you that I've rarely met someone who needed as much capability as they wanted or thought they needed. The new Tacoma will be just fine doing all the same things as the last generation Tacoma did. Toyota doesn't have to do anything the other brands are doing because no matter what Toyota guys will buy the Tacoma no questions asked and they will never come close to taxing it's capability. They don't realize that the base model SR5 4x4 would do the same thing in their cases as the TRD Pro or the new Trailhunter. But people love the idea of capability and they love appearances and perceptions which is what sells these things in the numbers they sell. Because there aren't 200,000 plus thousand people a year buying Tacoma's to actually go off roading with. The power plants are derivative of those that already exist in other Toyota and Lexus products. The issues with the Tundra were because it was a brand new design. Never buy the first year of a truly new design whether Toyota makes it or not. The boxed frame will not allow as much rear flex as the old rear C-channel frame did so adding suspension travel would have been nice to make up for that difference. Does the Tacoma or any mid size truck really need more than 7.5" of actual travel (8" is stated but not attainable under normal conditions)? Nope. And, again, even if the Ranger Raptor and ZR2 Colorado prove to be more capable at the extremes than the Tacoma how many people are going to push any of them far enough where this matters? And how many are going to switch brands based on this tiny bit of extra capability at an extreme most will never see? Not many, if any, and Toyota knows this. On the other hand, for equal money, Toyota should have matched the articulation of it's rivals for the top model. After all, a suspended seat is great for your backside but does nothing for keeping tires in contact with the trail. Where Ford may make up some ground, if they do, is due to the Ranger's extra real world utility. It can now carry 4x material between the wheel wells and while there is some discrepancy as to whether rear leg room has increased, overall hip and shoulder room has ever so slightly. Depending on which source you use (even Ford's own spec's) the new Ranger is listed as having 34.5" of rear leg room which is the same as the current model all the way up to 38.5". Both of which are better than the Tacoma anyway. People like looks, convenience and comfort so if they aren't die hard Toyota fans the extra room and utility might just sway them to Ford. But it's doubtful that anyone is switching sides for a front locker they will never use or an extra 1.5" of wheel travel they also will never use and don't know is missing anyway. Truck guys are rarely well versed in actual truck things that make real world differences in performance. Most I've met/known don't even know what payload capacity actually means. I know on a channel such as this there will be a percentage of guys who know what is missing but they will still be unlikely to actually need it. Toyota did what it needed to do to maintain their sales leader position and that is priority one. When we are involved in any specialized hobby we have to understand that no matter how visible we are we are still a tiny fraction of the buying public and what suits the majority comes first. And, seriously, darn near every dude out there thinks they know better than the engineers so they are going to modify these things, get less performance for doing so and then tell their friends how dumb Toyota engineers are.

@MrDaveB123

8 ай бұрын

Amazing reply and so true

@Jpbone0321

8 ай бұрын

You summed up my sentiment perfectly. I’ve always appreciated Toyotas approach to appear “late to the game” when it comes to adopting new technology. It’s not that they aren’t as capable as other auto makers. It’s that they want new technology to be proven before they send it out the door. I remember not wanting power windows because they often broke. Lol. I have 290k miles on a 2013 Tacoma. Never an issue. I trust Toyota to make the right decisions most of the time. No one can be perfect, but they seem to get it correct more often than others. I hope this new generation of Tacoma proves itself over time as well.

Excellent review and perspective! Currently have a 2019 4Runner on 33's and looking at getting something more road-trip friendly, but can still do some fun trails.

Exceptional video, thank you for putting it together!

Great video! So much information!

That white is off the hook. Damn, what a sweet truck this is gonna be.

Great video. You definitely touched on things no one else has.

I have a 2017 turbo with electric Ebrake. 0 issues with the engine or Ebrake so far. It’s been very reliable

Awesome break down of the new tacoma. Loved the perspectives here.

Excellent review A+ I totally agree with you!

Very Informative. Well done

From what it sounds like the trail hunter rack is modular and expandable to a full bed rack for mounting a tent or other accessories.

So much info packed in

Excellent information, I learned a lot!

Thanks for all info i had a Tacoma on the past loved i di have a tundra ,rav4 i enjoy it driving this vehicles

Finally someone directs the potential problems with the Electronic E Brake. You are the first person I have saw anywhere bring it up. I agree with your question about the loss of power. Even more so what happens when someone is hunting/camping in very cold temps and it freezes up over night? I just don't like the idea at all on a supposed "Off Road Vehicle" or something I plan on somewhat beating up on trails. I feel better manually controlling something that important.

first on the waitlist at a colorado msrp dealership. have a 2020 trd pro 4runner but plan on putting a GFC camper or ARB/toyota version on the taco for a lot more cargo room travelling while being able to fit into parking garages.

You got yourself a subscriber! Most of the big channels can’t even tell the difference between a MT and AT, or ask where the extra width of the TRD Pro comes from. I understand it’s difficult to do so many vehicles and know the small details, but most car guys do. Important stuff for tech/gear nerds like me.

@heathcolwell9190

8 ай бұрын

Most anyone that is involved with off roaring knows the questions to ask, but they follow the line Toyota tells them to, so they don't reveal the "bad" or dump/cheap things (tflt def sellouts).

New to your channel. Spot on overview. Thanks!

@IndependenceOverland

Жыл бұрын

Thanks David!

Great video, I learned a lot

Holy crap that’s some kind of truck I got a 2022 with a six cylinder going on my first four-wheel-drive weeklong trip tomorrow thanks for the video

I have been driving Toyota Trucks before I even got my drivers license Age 15 in South America, land of the Land Cruisers. Moved to Canada 30 years ago, currently I own a 2016 Tacoma TRD off road access cab manual transmission. I use my truck for work and play and everything in between. I just get a chuckle everytime I see manufactures, now Toyota included trying to up their products ahead of the competition by offering unnecessary features for people that rarely if ever are going to go off the pavement and those that will, are modifying the crap out of it on an already overpriced vehicle. I remember doing remote traveling on a stock vehicle (open differentials) with a good set of off road tires and a winch that was it. And I had fun every single time. My point here is, ultimately what makes a vehicle capable is the driver. Off roading has become more of a trend than an activity where you can develop great skills only with the basics. For now I will be keeping current Tacoma.

Really appreciate the value-added insight (2nd gen Taco owner). I will need some more research (market time) to get a good feel for the electronics.

This is gold. Thanks ❤

Great video, thanks for sharing your thoughts. - I actually think Trooper did a song on this- 3 Dressed up as a 9.

As said in comments here. Great video. As to any down sides to this model, well that's what personal ingenuity and the aftermarkets for. I have never left a new vehicle in its stock form when off roading of any kind is in the picture.

The crew cab with a 6' need will be around 225" overall length. It fits in my garage. Don't care about the wheelbase. Can't wait to buy one (as long as there is more legroom)!

Great vid. Like the honest opinion. The bed racks part was funny. Tell it like it is man if it looks stupid it looks stupid lol. Thanks!

@IndependenceOverland

Жыл бұрын

Haha thanks man!

From one video I have seen that sport rack on the trailhunter is supposedly set up by arb to have a full length bed rack that attaches/mounts to it for the customers who want it as an accessory. As far as the automatic tailgate, the only thing i think it could be useful for me is if i am loading a very large/heavy animal after a hunting trip into the bed and i need hold it up and away from the tailgate to close it. I can now hit the button and use two hands. Not necessarily needed but useful in a way

The Trailhunter also comes with steel skid plates all the way from the front bumper to and including the fuel tank. And 465 ft/lbs of torque. So nice. Oh, and The Toyota Care Nut, a Toyota Master Technician, advises to activate your electronic 4X4 a couple of times a month and you won’t have the issue of it not going into 4X4 when needed. I have a 2021 TRD Sport and have never had my electronic select for 4X4 not work and I live in Wyoming where snow and ice is prevalent.

Best tacoma review I have seen. Good work!

@IndependenceOverland

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking it out man!

Agree with you on too many electrics stuff in these new vehicles

@gherreraj

Жыл бұрын

Then don’t buy new vehicles. Buy the older stuff. Or maybe just keep your older cars and stop buying new tech filled cars.

Good point about the electronic brake system

I have a '22 TRD pro, access cap with a 6' bed. I was considering a new '24 but after doing some research I'll be keeping my '22.

this was informative thanks

Great Video, Thx!!, Here in Canada we don't have a way to get a Tacoma 2024 now, maybe, will be a way to get it from the states.

I swear Toyota is doing its best to not sell trucks.

This has been the best video on youtube explaining everything about the new Tacoma! And they didn't even let you sit in it!

@NorthPaddle

Жыл бұрын

Most are just made by fan boys who want to stay in Toyota's good graces to get free junkets to reveals, and web hits from other fan boys. It's hard to find an objective analysis.

@shirolee

Жыл бұрын

@@NorthPaddle That is very true!

@IndependenceOverland

Жыл бұрын

Yeah I probably won’t ever get invited to an event lol. I’m a fan of Toyota but I won’t just read from their press release and leave it at that!

Good stuff Tyler. I still think I made a good choice by buying a 2023 Tacoma. The 3” “wider” on the 2024 TRD Pro sounded so good until I found out its due to wheel offset. Whomever is responsible for that at Toyota should be fired.

@IndependenceOverland

Жыл бұрын

The wider fenders will be nice for those that swap wheels and put a larger tire on, but kind of a goofy move to make it look cooler by them.

Great comments, thank you!

Makes me miss my 2nd Gen so much. Glad I still have my 97 Chevy K2500.

Great video buddy. You made some valid points

with all the thought that went into those isodynamic seats, I'm surprised that they did do anything better with the seat backs for any other models. from what I can tell all you get is a single pocket on the rear of the passenger side. could have brought the molle panels on the backs of the seats, or webbing, or deep cutouts for more legroom, or zippered pouches, something...

Glad that Toyota includes a 2400 watt inverter with the iforce hybrid! Hopefully the inverter does not have a cut-off time limit!

Excellent review. 👍

Great video.. I am really excited for the Trail Hunter.. but I been more impressed with the Zr2 Colorado plus bison will be revealed 31st in few days..they have increased long travel dssv shocks with are beast imo.. Zr2 usually have longer travel in general what your take on the Two vehicles vs one other.. and have you looked into the Zr2 Colorado? Thanks again great video

@IndependenceOverland

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, those trucks look insane!

That’s insane the wheelbase is going to be the same as my crewmax tundra, my current Tacoma has a wheelbase of 109 inches which is the same as the 4Runner

Superior content on the 2024 Tacoma... Nice!

Good work. First time watching your channel. I know theses topics better than most, and you seem to as well. Guess I will keep my built V8 4Runner and Cummins Rams.

@IndependenceOverland

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking it out man! Anything with a Cummins is pretty solid, I work on a fleet of trucks and the Cummins engines are certainly the most durable.

I'm 6'5 so I'm very happy to hear the seats were lowered to help that and the technology looks modern on the new version unlike 3rd gen. Also the electric Tailgate I like that it was brought from the Tundra. It helps if you have your hands full and you can just tap it with your knee and it'll go up on it's own

@NorthPaddle

Жыл бұрын

The seats weren’t lowered, the roof was raised. Better clearance, and improved seating ergonomics.

@westcoastplinkin6559

Жыл бұрын

Just more stuff to break.

Great info! Random comparison, my 2001 Chevy suburban has a 130 inch wheelbase. For some reason it’s just interesting to me that the Tacomas and Gladiators have a longer wheel base than a vehicle that is nicknamed the “land yacht”

@IndependenceOverland

Жыл бұрын

That’s nuts!

@dvader3263

9 ай бұрын

2001 Tacoma double cab wheelbase is 122". They keep getting bigger and longer.

Yes I agree 💯% I personally hate hate 4x4 select knob . Had huge problems with it not engaging and dissingaging. I wanted the option for manual shift lever

@davidcox2197

10 ай бұрын

Thats why I bought my 2022 trd pro 4runner. Manual transfer case shifter.

@raffikkiz

9 ай бұрын

On a 3rd gen Taco? No issues with my 2nd gen Taco.

Does a 4x8 sheet of plywood fit between the wheel wells now?

Great video!

@IndependenceOverland

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

I been saying for years and years trucks need pop trunk and self closing tailgates. I didn't know they were gonna do that to the taco. Honestly I might go trade in my 2016 TRD off road for the trail hunter. I also love the bed rack 😂.

Please make a 2 door Cab & a half. Would be nice. I’m not talking a crew anywhere. Sounds like Toyota is going to do well again. I will be looking at these

This was my first time watching one of your vids. Great review! thanks for all the detailed info 👍 I don't know how many non off roaders are going to buy this truck such as myself, but I wanted to maybe represent some of those people who will buy it just cause it looks cool. I may off road more after I get it, but so far I only planning on exploring some logging roads and possibly some light off roading with my current SUV. It's cool to see a car company design and sell a serious off road vehicle from the factoy with such cool features that you mentioned in the video, and thats one of the reasons a non off roader such as myself would like to get one. Having said that, I don't feel like the downsides will affect me at all and I'm enjoying my first ever power liftgate on a vehicle (very handy!) so trasitioning to this will seem natural 😂and a feature I'd like to keep. I also like the trim pieces! So classic ... Again, between the trim, ground clearance, 4x4 select knob, ebrake, questionable wading depth & raised air intake etc. It wouldn't steer me away from this beast. I suspect that although Toyota designed a competent off roader, they probably still wanted to have a broader appeal than just the off road crowd and so included these features. If there isn't anything better by the time my current lease is up, I'll definatley pick one up. I have a preorder for the cybertruck as well, but if I'm still not living in a place that allows the install of a charger, getting a hybrid is the next best thing. The main downside for me is how huge this thing is. Living in a city will make parking more troublesome. I miss the small trucks. Other than that, it's the best looking truck Toyota has made since the original Land Cruisers imho.

@IndependenceOverland

Жыл бұрын

It is a big truck, but no bigger in total length to the 3rd Gen. Thank you for the feedback on things you would actually like though. It seems to be a very divided topic, some people love the new features and some plain hate it all.

@chrisx5127

11 ай бұрын

@@IndependenceOverland So how is it big exactly? The 3rd Gen are small.

Hands down the best breakdown of the new Tacoma I've seen.

@IndependenceOverland

Жыл бұрын

Thanks man!

If the ebrake is anything like they use on the newer lexus vehicles, it has it's own battery. Still unsure about it in emergency situations, but maybe it's fine.

Gosh… as always Tyler, magnificent. So many important details covered for those of us that live this lifestyle. So very worth the wait. 🙏🫵🙌 9.5 rear sounds so sweet. But yeah I agree with that payload maxed and that amount of torque even that might not be enough!😬 Sounds like a Dana 60 or Tundra 10.5 swap on the 3rd might be wise if going the full “overlander” route. Those rigid dual color lights are so dope too. Honestly I’m all about the 4cyl turbo/hybrid but a straight 6 turbo would be pretty sweet. Damn, did not know about the electronic e brake either. I just saw that this is becoming a thing in Australia too. 🍻🤙🙏

@IndependenceOverland

Жыл бұрын

I’m now curious if they are an electric released brake, so without power it’s set? Hard to say. I’ll find out more.

@davidrucci

Жыл бұрын

@@IndependenceOverlandcheck out 2:56 on this. It’s just a hint of what looks like is becoming a “thing” now. I have to do a lot more research on this too as I’m full on intrigued. kzread.info/dash/bejne/lah5yLdmkrjYodY.html

I have been considering selling my FJ and getting a new 2024 Tacoma (perhaps a better platform for the beast of an RTT that I bought), but am also now looking at just building out an off-road trailer to pull with the FJ... which allows me to keep it as a daily driver, but also to still do a wider variety of trails by leaving the trailer behind. Thanks for posting this!

@IndependenceOverland

Жыл бұрын

I towed with my Fj for about a year, the trailer was 3200 lbs and it was pretty tough and slow going. I would get something on the lighter side, and it should do just fine. Having all of the extra gear and water in the trailer sure was nice! Let me know if you have any questions about towing with the Fj.

I never would have imagined describing the maneuverability of my '02 Sequoia as "nimble" compared to a "midsized" truck.

Fantastic video

@IndependenceOverland

11 ай бұрын

Thanks man!

The rear rack will be optional on the trail hunter.. they said you can option a longer rack rails for the bed.. also talk to Mark Brenner about the tail lights on his tundra.. ask him if it's a 2 piece cause he changed his out..

"Most of their customers don't need a front locker." That's why you offer it as an option on the offroad trims. Most of their customers don't need a TRD Pro / Trailhunter trim truck either, but the ones that do really need it. I'm a huge proponent of ATRAC / MTS. They work really well up here in the Colorado Rockies, so well that I pretty much leave them on all the time. Simple obstacles where I lift a tire a little, the ABS engages and no problem. But on a trail like Poughkeepsie Gulch in the San Juans, I need the locker. There's a rock obstacle on Poughkeepsie called the wall. I've tried that obstacle with my FJ / 4Runner 4 times and made it up under my own power just once, in perfect conditions. Double-locked 4-door Rubicons with 8 extra inches of wheelbase go right up it. That's the difference.

@IndependenceOverland

Жыл бұрын

My top heavy Fj about rolled back like a turtle on Poughkeepsie 🤣. I’m a person that needs a longer wheelbase I think, but not 144” long. Explore Colorado's Hidden Gem | Poughkeepsie Gulch 4x4 Trail kzread.info/dash/bejne/pamdtpWjZazJaLg.html

@jimmy-buffett

Жыл бұрын

@@IndependenceOverland ha, when you were rolling back to the left I have a photo of my buddy's truck doing the exact same thing in the exact same spot. FYI if you're ever out in July, the local trail leaders for FJ Summit are starting another event called Rocky Mountain Toyota RoundUp (Summit's over as of '22). Record snowfall this year so the waterfalls on Imogene and Yankee Boy are gonna be bonkers: kzread.info/dash/bejne/i4Khp5ugZMzFmKg.html

@DragonKnightX12

Жыл бұрын

I get the Pro since it’s now the Baja trim, but you would think the TH would of gotten a front locker.

@IndependenceOverland

11 ай бұрын

@@jimmy-buffett Sorry just saw this comment, KZread flags comments with links so it got buried. I saw you guys were putting together another event, I was out for the Summit in 2018. Perhaps I can make it out next year with the new build. I live here in Carbondale, so it shouldn't be a problem to make it that way. Was there still a whole mini show going on in town as well as trail runs?

Good review 👍

I think the only reason to have an automatic tailgate is if your hands are full and you dont want to drop the stuff, open the tailgate, pick the stuff back up and load it into the bed. But it won't really matter for me because I'll probably remove the tailgate for the alu cab camper, lol

Valid concern about the electronic e-brake. Another disappointment is the key fob for manual transmission vehicles. I am not a fan of key fobs and its refreshing that 3rd Gen 6MT models have the twist key still.

@effu9375

11 ай бұрын

You can thank american autobloggers that have no business reviewing a truck for that. The ones who ask for more technology and comfort features like a mattress or massage chair and a full size retractable moonroof and a bigger mirror to do make up..the people that drink soy milk... you get the picture.

Awesome video! May I ask if the TRD SPORT and Limited trims are going to offer a crew cab with the six-foot option?

@IndependenceOverland

Жыл бұрын

I am not sure actually

i'm excited to see what they do with the 4runner! hopefully a Trailhunter edition, I think I'd be totally into that! I'm sure the tacoma is a bit of preview! btw, i think i have that same elevation colorado map on my wall too! LOL!

@IndependenceOverland

6 ай бұрын

Too cool man! It was a gift from the wife, I love it!

Good points, though every 4x4 is a mixed bag from the factory. However, a long wheelbase is HARD to overcome. A common remark on the Trail: "A 2-door Wrangler on 35's can go anywhere a Gladiator can go on 38's "

If I was going to spend the money for the trail hunter, I actually like those bed rack panels. You could mount small things on the inside of them with some clamps or some fuel or water or a small ax on the outside. While I don't think they're totally necessary, I think they have a use and I personally think they look cool, on this truck specifically.

@Sean71976

11 ай бұрын

They will be in the way if you want to install a tent on the back which is what the Trail hunter is intended for.

@RocksNRuts4

10 ай бұрын

yea i thought ppl use them alot these days for cans, shovels n maxx traxx etc....

Just got my 23 TRD Offroad Access Cab Long bed with the six speed manual last week. At this point I'm not the overlander you and your viewers may be however I'm pretty happy with the truck. I'll look at the new model Taco in seven or eight years.

Great video! Have you heard anything about stock gearing? I know that's a huge issue for many 3rd Gen owners... me included. Going 75mph on a flat freeway I'm still not in 6th gear. Or are they relying on the new transmission to fix this by itself?

@IndependenceOverland

Жыл бұрын

Not totally sure, I will be at the next Expo and plan to ask more questions and I’m sure they will be happy to answer more in depth as time goes on. I know they said you can pull an 8% grade without downshifting, but that’s pretty vague. I will definitely ask those questions sir, thank you taking the time to watch Jason!

Memory seats? Good info man👍🏿

@IndependenceOverland

Жыл бұрын

I do not believe so. Thanks for watching Milo!

I'm with you. I don't give a hoot about a motorized tailgate. It's just an added cost for something useless. Same goes for the bedrack.

I was looking at waiting for 2024 new model taco.. but the one thing I really would of liked was a front locker and rear locker.. well since I personaly did not care for the interior redesign, I went with the 2023 old school model.

The bed rail camping lights. I would like to see it switch from amber to white as needed. Maybe you don't want a bunch of bugs flying around that way you're working.

@IndependenceOverland

Жыл бұрын

Actually the lenses are designed to be replaceable for this very reason.

No suspension travel increase that is why you need that suspension seat ,the width of the pro is just the fender and tire offset

I am really torn between a 23 with v6 and manual or 24 with iforce max but you cannot get it in the manual. Will have to wait for them to come out and see how they compare

Great vid. I am in a Gladiator and admittedly am a fanboy over it. Not that I don’t recognize some of its issues, but for me it’s the best truck for my needs. But I’m always worried that Jeep will discontinue it and then what will I do at replacement time, and I just love offroad vehs. So I have been watching the new Taco new closely and am pretty stoked so far about the new Taco, especially the Trailhunter model, which fits with my uses much more. Disappointed they didn’t give longer arms up front to make the track wider to give better articulation and instead just chose to change the wheel offset, but wth, most of us will make sus changes anyway. I love the 6 ft bed option for those who want more bed space and are willing to give up some offroad geo to get it. Also kudos on the payload capacity- I’m with you, the US trucks suck (one of the shortcomings of my JTR is its 1268 lb payload). Like that they finally put coils and disc brakes all around. Welcome to 2010 Taco. LOL (I hated both of these things about the old model). And I like those outside bed lights. As someone with an Alucab that has lights like that on the side panels when they open up, I can say they are really helpful when pulling into camp after dark. Having some simple lights to turn on to illuminate the sides of the truck without having to use flashlights, headlamps or set up some kind of light or string lights is really convenient. Game changer? No. But thoughtful and helpful- yeah. And it’s nice to see that from a company. So (mostly) good job Yota. Hope the Trailhunter sticks around. So go buy it Yota fanboys so that it does. Lol. And always remember, it doesn’t matter what we drive, s long as we’re out there. See you on the trails. 🤙

@IndependenceOverland

Жыл бұрын

Well said man!

The hood scoop looks cool .loosen up buddy

@IndependenceOverland

Жыл бұрын

Looks cool, but does nothing. It’s like a big carbon fiber spoiler on the back of a Honda civic.

@peterlindner8819

Жыл бұрын

@@IndependenceOverland cars have pin stripes that does nothing. Many people change the exhaust that does nothing. Who cares they look and sound good

For the "wading depth" section, my interest is less on the hybrid components and more on the turbo. You can seal the battery and electrical motor to the same level of everything else under the hood, but I don't want to know what happens to a turbo when cold water hits the turbo housing. I'm excited for this powertrain on paper, it should be a big improvement over the 3.5/4.0 V6's in these trucks on I-70 west of Denver. But on the trails it remains to be seen.

@IndependenceOverland

Жыл бұрын

That’s a good point man, though the Landcruisers seem to get away with it so who knows, time will tell!

I absolutely refused to give up my TRD pro factory rack. I found a cargo box that fit and made it work. Eventually though, i will have to ditch it for a new rack to support a roof top tent.

@IndependenceOverland

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, very limited in its uses

I have the same concern with the electronic emergency brake.

Regarding raising the lowest point of the frame, the only alternative that you have are a different lift kit and to remove your spare wheel just to get more clerance underneath.