Expert Answers about Toyota Tacoma

• Firestone Ride Rite Air Bag Kit Recommendation for 2012 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner 2WD
• The correct Firestone Ride Rite kit for your 2012 Toyota Tacoma is the Firestone kit part # F2407. This is the correct kit for the 2WD PreRunner models like what you have.
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• Camper Shell Roof Rack Recommendation for 2002 Toyota Tacoma
• I have a solution for installing a ladder/roof rack on the camper shell of your 2002 Toyota Tacoma that does not have rails, but we do not have a way to do it with your Thule 400 feet. Instead you'll want the TracRac CapRac part # TH29200XT which will attach directly to the camper shell.
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• Does Air Dam Have to Come Off to Install Front Hitch on 2018 Toyota Tacoma
• I checked with Draw Tite and when installing their front hitch for your vehicle part # 65070 you have to leave the front air dam off. I apologize if that step wasn't made clear enough!
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• Will K-Source Universal Towing Mirror # KS3891 Scratch Factory Mirrors on Toyota Tacoma
• The K-Source Universal Towing Mirror # KS3891 referenced in your question is confirmed to fit your 2017 Toyota Tacoma. The straps and clips that will mount to the factory mirror do not have felt material on them but do feature rubber pads that are specifically designed to protect the vehicle and mirror housing from scratches and scuffs. This is a really nice, extra-large towing mirror that will give you an extended rear view. Its snug fit will reduce mirror vibration on your truck and...
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• Wiring a 7-Way Round Pin Trailer Plug on a 2009 Toyota Tacoma
• I've included two pictures, one of a 7-way "Blade" connector, and a 7-way "Round" or "Round Pin" connector. If you have a plug that is compatible with the blades, which will have flat openings in the trailer side plug, then part # ETBC7 is all you need. If you instead have the round pins, you'll actually be able to use the exact same items in part # ETBC7, and you'll just need to add a 7-way round pin adapter like part # HM47570 to complete the kit. This has the added benefit of letting...
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• RockyMounts Drive Shaft Truck Bed Mounted Bike Shaft Availability
• The RockyMount Drive Shaft SD is available as part # RKY1086 on our site. The rack wasn't discontinued, they just dropped the SD from the name. It still includes the adapters for different through-axle sizes. You can add a 9mm fork mount dummy axle with part # RKY1082.
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• Best Brake Controller for a 2018 Toyota Tacoma SR5
• There should be a brake controller port on your 2018 Toyota Tacoma with or without the tow package. I have attached a photo of this location for you which is under the driver side kick panel near the emergency brake pedal. I would double check this location as it should be present. If so then I recommend using the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller part # 90195 with the Tekonsha Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers part # 3031-P. The Tekonsha Prodigy P3 is in my...
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• Roof Rack and Cargo Basket Recommendation for 2006 Toyota Tacoma with Naked Roof
• To install a cargo basket on the roof of your 2006 Toyota Tacoma will first require you to install a roof rack as there aren't any baskets that can attach to a totally naked roof. For that we have the Rhino Rack Vortex Roof Rack part numbers # RRVA137B-2, # RRRLKVA, and # DK174 that would work well. With that installed you could then use the Rhino Rack roof basket part # RMCB which would be a great choice. This basket measures 47 by 35 inches and would be a great option.
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• Recommended 7-Way Connector for 2014 Toyota Tacoma
• If your 2014 Toyota Tacoma did not come equipped with a factory 7-Way connector, you will need to start by using a 4-Way harness (if you don't already have one). For this I recommend the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118496. This custom harness will install by simply plugging into factory ports behind the driver and passenger side tail lights. With the 4-Way installed, you can then use the Universal Wiring Kit # ETBC7. This kit includes everything needed to convert the 4-Way...
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• Recommended Weight Distribution System for 2015 Toyota Tacoma
• The Husky Center Line Weight Distribution System part # HT32216 is a great option for a 2015 Toyota Tacoma. This system is all inclusive and the hitch ball is already torqued down so you don't need to worry about getting additional parts and having them torqued down. Furthermore, it has integrated sway control which is actually more prevalent on lighter trailers than heavy ones so I highly recommend this feature. This system offers bolt-on installation as well.
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• Picking Out Weight Distribution and Sway Control for R-Pod 178
• Ideally the loaded tongue weight of a trailer falls in the middle of the tongue weight range of the weight distribution system. This figure also includes the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. So if your dry tongue weight (unloaded) is 250 lbs you could pretty easily find yourself over 400 when it's loaded and if you have cargo in the truck. Another option that I think would be ideal would be to go with the lower rated version of this system part # RP66082 which...
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• Recommended Firestone Air Spring Kit for 2017 Toyota Tacoma with 4 Inch Lift
• The Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs # F2407 referenced in your question is confirmed to fit your 2017 Toyota Tacoma if it is the 4WD model. If you have a true 4 inch suspension lift on your Tacoma (and not just a body lift), then you will likely need a spacer kit with the Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs. We do have a 4 inch lift kit with part # F2371. These spacers will attach between the bottom of the lower bracket and the bottom of the spring on your truck. If you have a body...
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• Short A-Frame Trailer Jack to Avoid Interference with Lowered Tailgate on Toyota Tacoma
• The shortest A-frame jack we have available is the Bulldog Round # BD155032, which measures just a tad over 10 inches from the mounting bracket to the top of the jack. We do not have an A-frame jack that measures 8 or fewer inches from the bracket to the top of the unit. Another possible solution to avoid interference between your Tacoma's tailgate and jack is to simply use a longer ball mount to move the trailer further back from the truck when hooked up. We have a nice selection of...
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• Roof Rack Wind Fairing for a 2015 Toyota Tacoma with Factory Roof Rack
• I checked which size fairing the aftermarket roof racks take on the 2015 Toyota Tacoma and they are in the 40 inch range. Rhino-Rack also has a 38 inch model, # RRRF2. Inno has 40 inch models, # INA261. I have linked videos of these fairings for you. The overall length of a fairing as well as its mounts need to be within the space between the roof rack uprights. If you have more space let me know and I can make other recommendations.
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• Is There a Way to Haul 4 Hobie Kayaks Hull Down on a Trailer
• I do have an option for you but the only way you'll get away with carrying four total kayaks hull down is a double decker trailer like the Yakima EasyRider Double Decker Trailer part # Y08129. The lower deck is only 54" wide so you'll need to keep this in mind. If your kayaks are too wide for two on the lower deck then your only option really is to carry them on their side using a trailer like the Yakima Kayak Trailer for 4 Kayaks part # Y64TR. Please note, the Yakima Kayak Trailer has...
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• Correct Titan Chain Snow Tire Chains with Cams for 265/75-16 Tires
• I do show the Titan Chain Snow Tire Chains with Cams part # TC2228CAM as a fit for 265/75-16 tires. These are a great option for deep snow, mud, and even ice. The cams make adjusting for a tight fit on the tires nice and easy. The Titan Chain Multi-Arm Rubber Tire Chain Adjuster for Light Trucks part # TCMA2 will then make sure the chains stay centered on the tire and the tight fit remains.
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• Adding 7-Way and 4-Way Connectors to a 2018 Toyota Tacoma Without the Tow Package
• The best (and easiest) wiring kit that we have for your 2018 Toyota Tacoma (without the tow package) is the Tekonsha OEM Replacement Vehicle Wiring Harness # 22117. This comes with everything needed to add a fully functioning 7-Way and 4-Way on your pickup. It connects your basic lighting functions with the T-Connectors that you mentioned and has the rest of the wiring bundled in a loom to make running them up to your cab/engine compartment much easier. This kit even comes with a pigtail...
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• Recommended Brake Controller For 2016 Toyota Tacoma SR5
• For your 2016 Toyota Tacoma SR5, I recommend using the Tekonsha Prodigy P2 # 90885 that you mentioned. This is a proportional brake controller meaning that this controller will help your trailer brakes to respond with the same intensity and at the same time as you hit the brakes in your truck. This is a really nice feature and this normally makes the proportional controllers a little more expensive than the time delayed models. The P2, is one of our best sellers because of its function....
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• Trailer Wiring Harness Recommendation for a 2013 Toyota Tacoma
• For a trailer wiring harness that will fit your 2013 Toyota Tacoma I recommend # 118496. It plugs in line with the vehicle tail light wiring and provides a 4-Way flat connector at the rear of the vehicle. I have linked a video showing an example installation for you.
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• Recommended Snow Tire Chains For 2019 Toyota Tacoma SR5 With 245/75-16 Tires
• The 2019 Toyota Tacoma SR5 comes with 245/75-16 size tires, and the tire chains that I recommend are from Titan: - Titan Chain Alloy Snow Tire Chains # TC2323 I really like the # TC2323 due to their high performance, which comes in part from their pattern. They are a diamond-pattern with square links, which allows for the most overall coverage on your tires, but also the best traction in snow and grip on ice. The only other thing I recommend are tensioners to ensure a consistently tight...
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