The 'New Car Features' document Toyota has on the Tacoma has two precautions for the inverter system: (1)" When using high power electrical equipment (100W and above) with the power outlet system, do not use other electrical components (headlights, wipers, etc.) at maximum capacity."; (2) "Avoid using high power electrical equipment (100W and above) with the power outlet system continuously over an extended period of time while also using other electrical components (headlights, wipers, etc.). This can drain the battery." So it appears Toyota is likely concerned about the alternator being able to keep up. If you're driving, you're more likely to be using headlights/wipers, so that may be why the inverter cuts to 100W when in motion. If a drained battery caused the engine to stall, that could be a safety issue depending on the situation. For people asking if both sockets (bed and this new one) can be run at the same time, keep in mind the inverter, the inverter wiring, relay for this circuit, etc. were not designed for a 800W load. I wouldn't do it. While the inverter does have thermal protection, if you fry it you're out $400.

Chloe is great at showing me things I didn't know I needed! Guild Outfitters is added to my list.

@ChloeKuo

9 ай бұрын

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I’ve had my truck for 7 years and have only used the bed outlet 1 time but for some reason I still really want this mod. Lol

I have this installed on my new 2023 TRD Sport. The guys at guild are great. Super happy with mine. I chose the forward spot on the passenger side. Everything works great.

POV You just got done doing the cupholder mod and now you get to do it all over again lol

@gamerscore88

2 ай бұрын

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I didn't even know the Tacoma was limited down to 100w when in motion. Good info!

Chloe, I love this channel! You are the Tacoma Queen! Thanks for all you do.

Love all of your videos Chloe! I'm a lifetime Taco owner and have recently binged most of your videos! Thank you also for recently sharing the 24 Taco review.

Another great and useful mod I didn't know was available. Thank you for sharing this with the rest of us. I've already contacted Guild to make sure this will work with my 2010 2nd Gen Tacoma. Keep the content coming. Thank you for taking the time and effort to create these!

Thanks for this video, I used to to install one today. I added a 2 port USB charger in the center, up high so it's just below the cup holders & in between the 2 standoffs plus the Guild outlet centered below it. I used this video to help at key disassembly points

You find the coolest upgrades. Thank you.

I added this to my 23 TRD Sport. Was easy to do and works great! I use it to power a fridge.

Great video. Ordered the kit and now I know how to put it in. Thanks Chloe

HI! Chloe, enjoy watching your energy, your excitement, when making your videos clear and concise instructions, easy on the eye, and I dig that about you.

@RobertoCarlos-tn1iq

9 ай бұрын

good grief.

As usual Chloe awesome mod and installation.

This quick mod made my day!! I always wanted to add this function to my Taco. Charging my laptop while working in the field is an awesome help!! Thank you so much for your great content and tips @ChloeKuo !!!

We just did it, straight forward, easy peasy , thank you

Never knew that was possible. Thank you for a very informative instruction.

This will help so much when I'm running my dometic fridge!

Ooooooooohhhhh, this is an awesome mod! I'm looking at putting a 12v outlet and a couple usb outlets in that same panel. This is going to change those plans. Thanks for sharing!

Love it! Just what I've been looking for!

The title was misleading and funny 😁. Adding a outlet plus 400 watts while driving mod. I was expecting you to do the mod while actually driving 😂

I have been looking for this for my truck!! Thanks for the info

My favorite Taco girl, you always make my day!

Watching your video make me miss my Tacoma. But I also love my tundra

Very nice great video I will definitely have to install one. Great narration

Another good video Chloe I’m always learning something new about trucks 🛻 from your channel i appreciate the info keep up the good content 💪🏾😎

Now that's a great Mod Chloe 👍. ♥️🌮🐶🐾

Very useful information! Wish Toyota had this as standard equipment, but happy to see Guild filled the void. As always great video.

Received it. Have not installed yet. Thank you Chloe.

I just love Toyota trucks....wish i could own one someday n I love wat u do Chloe♥️

Thank you. Very well explained.

Awesome - thanks Chloe!

Nice mod for the Tacoma, I might do that to mine. A great extra power source inside the truck.

Awesome video! I'm sure I will be doing this soon!!

"You had my curiosity, but now you have my attention"

Now i need something i do not need and probably wont use. Great video. 👍

Do they offer one with USB porte as well???

Great video!

Good video, I bought one and just installed it.

Thanks Chloe!

Chloe, great video as usual. Are you planning or even contemplating on getting the new Tacoma when it comes out?

I think I need this mod make so much sense.

Got this from Guild Outfitters at expo Mtn West in Loveland. Totally worth it.

Not bad for $100 bucks! Great vid!

amazing 👏🏼

Super cool. I wish my car could do this

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Chloe you're pretty knowledgeable. Those little red clips underneath the center console do you know a good way to find them online. I don't want to go through a dealership to get them.

If looks great!

That’s cool!

I did this kit on my 4runner, haven't decided where to put the extra plug yet

Chloe, just a quick question... do you still use the switches on the MESO shift knob? I didn't see the wires on your video.

I recommend using a Dremel for the cuts. You end up with a much cleaner install.

Bought this year or more ago, guess it’s time to install it! Back of the console looks clean….can you access it with the rear seats folded down?

I don't own a truck and I don't want a truck. But this is still a good channel. Subbed. 🎉

I hope Toyota is paying attention to this channel. 00:02:53 They do!!

I just run an extension chord through the back window lol

@icosthop9998

9 ай бұрын

L😂L That sounds like something I would do. 😅

@karldolphin7547

9 ай бұрын

But that doesn’t work while driving.

That’s a brilliant idea…research pa more.

I keep wanting to put an inverter in my truck. I guess I'm inverter shopping this weekend.

I just got mine installed, but I placed it inside the center console😎

Does this void any warranty with Toyota? I really want to add this to my truck. Thanks for the great video!

@BoiseTDI

9 ай бұрын

My exact same question.

This is a cool mod. I'd like to do this but also add a 2nd outlet next to it with a couple of SUB ports for powering/charging mobile devices in the rear seats.

I plan to do this to power/ charge my 12v fridge/freezer . I would also like to have beside it on console a 12v outlet. Do you know of one that would work?

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I already have it in the bed but would be convenient in the cabin

Thanks for the vid. This will be cool for vehicle fridges. However, 100W, when the vehicle is in motion can’t keep fridges cool and you still connect and use coffee maker with a 400W. Better off installing a power inverter.

Chloe, my ‘18 TRD Sport has a dual port USB port on the back of the console. Do you know if both the USB block and the new block are the same size?

Must do

Is there a way/kit to put a small USB or USB-c panel with the outlet, and possible outlets in other locations?

My guess is 400 watts will tempt owners run equipment that will deem it unsafe while driving. But hay nothing wrong with cooking a good stew in a crock pot on a long drive

I wonder if I can do that to my 2022 TSS Tacoma

Do you have a recommendation on a refer that can be plugged in?

Know what would be nice? A way to use that for an under seat air compressor.

Will this make the bed outlet operate at400 watts also. Can both be used simultaneously.

What kind of fridge do you use?

Will this work if I have the factory USB ports back there?

How does it work because i ran a shop vac in the plugin in the bed of the truck while my truck was running and it kept turning the outlet off

If I use this in the cab, will the bed outlet also provide 400 watts as well?

it looks like there is a green LED on the outlet, when does that light up?

How did you learn to do all this- I have issues changing batteries in my Flash light! LOL

Just bought plugin... Installing in 2 gen. Its all for the Taco😊

@ThatGen2Taco

27 күн бұрын

Hi I have 2nd gen and just bought it. How’s it working so far and any tips on the install? Removing the center console etc?

I was thinking about doing something like this. But instead i just ran some wire from the battery thru the fire wall and under the carpet I have a Bestek 450W inverter in the cab with me instead.

Looks so stock 👍

Can you do this mod without the bypass kit?

Does it give you 400 W in the bed outlet also?

Can this be done in a FJ cruiser?

Someone needs to get a part number for the 24 center console inverter to see if we can ad it to a 3rd gen

Cool

I just ordered the Toyota part number 85530-35050-C0. AC outlet and harness. It cost $100 in Canada. I'm hoping this is the same thing as the Guild Outfitter one. Any ideas?

Has anyone done this to an SR5? I would like an outlet but not sure how to go about this since it don’t come with the inverter

Now how do we add rear AC vents to the Tacoma? Lol

How secure is the outlet when you're pulling out the plug? Doesn't look like there's any support holding the outlet in the compartment, Im afraid when pulling the plug consistently, overtime the compartment gets weaker, and hole gets bigger from the pulling and eventually the outlet just pops right out.

@fskrisfx

9 ай бұрын

Just get some propoxy, and strengthen it up on the inside

i have a question for a mod or upgrade as it were? can you change out the usb port to something without an aux plug? can you guide me in some sort of direction to that? thanks i will probably do this video mod cause i need an outlet in truck

@MatthewLowryUSA

9 ай бұрын

I like the USB plug idea.

Do you retain the factory outlet? And do both of the outlets function?

@plutodncr4

9 ай бұрын

They both will function.

Cool, I have that standard on my Nissan Frontier

Does this give you a full 400w when the truck is completely off as well? Parked, completely off.

@karldolphin7547

9 ай бұрын

No, the engine has to be running.

I have a white '75 FJ40 w silver roof - got less than 90k miles. Want to buy? I'm in Cali

Nice. This might be a cheaper method for getting higher power to recharge my ECOFLOW Delta 2. DC Charger Plug is DC 120W. A Victron Energy Orion 12/24-Volt 20 amp DC-DC Converter (DC 480W) cost $160 vs $100 for this upgrade kit which provides AC 400W anytime.

@nickknack5884

9 ай бұрын

This might not work for charging an ECOFLOW due to the modified sine wave issue from the factory inverter. The ECOFLOW needs a true/pure sine wave on AC charging. The DC-DC Converter is still your best bet.

@hemobreak

9 ай бұрын

@@nickknack5884 Thanks for the info. I'll double check the AC input requirements for the ECOFLOW. I can also try charging directly from the truck bed plug. But I don't want to do anything that might damage the ECOFLOW.

@hemobreak

9 ай бұрын

I checked some of the Tacoma forums and people have tried AC bed plug with their ECOFLOW and Jackery solar generators. So it seems safe to try the 400W output with the ECOFLOW. With 100W output the inverter overloads and shuts off. There was some mention that the inverter gets hot. Tinkerer's Adventure tried the AC bed plug and mentioned that the Delta 2 (input AC charge rate limited) did not charge due to the modified sinewave output. Anyway I will give it a try since it doesn't appear to damage the ECOFLOW.

@hemobreak

9 ай бұрын

The Delta 2 doesn't charge from the AC bed plug @400W. It did not overload the bed plug. So the best option for faster charging is DC-DC Converter.

I installed a 3000w inverter in my tacoma.