December 2013

In the previous issue I covered electrical, storage, and communication modifications on my Taco. This time I’ll finish up this retrospective with performance mods, parts, and repairs & failures I’ve dealt with.

Performance/Accessories:

Basic Specifications:

• TRD Supercharger
• Helton Hot Water Shower System
• Safari Snorkel
• ARB CKMA12 Air compressor
• ARB Freezer-Fridge

One man’s trash is another man’s treasure

I've been building Toyotas, Jeeps, and Broncos for years. For the last 8yrs, I've specialized in building hard core Toyota rock crawlers though. Toyotas have always had a sweet spot in my heart, since my first car was an 86' standard cab pickup. Now, I've always thought that the double cab Toyotas were one of those cool trucks that we could never get our hands on here in the states. They've been building them in South America, Australia and in European Countries for years, but until 2001 Toyota never offered it in the U.S. market. Needless to say, I've always wanted to build one the right way. But, they hold their value so well that it never made sense to buy one only to rip it apart for a full build up.

This final issue of Tacoma Magazine is JAM PACKED! We have Tacos from SEMA 2013, Monte's Epic Adventure Part 2, Bob's thoughts on Roof Top Tents, and much more! Addicted Off Road has a new project in the works, and Kurt Williams from Cruiser Outfitters finishes up his 1st Gen retrospective.

Tacoma Magazine has been a ton of fun, and we look forward to including great Tacoma & Toyota Truck coverage in TCT Magazine!

Until next time, Tread Lightly, Stay the Trail, and HAVE FUN!

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