This is my first day and first thread so I’m sorry if I do anything wrong. I know there are many threads on this already but I thought I would ask. I have a 2003 Toyota Tacoma xtra cab and I am wanting to lift it 2-3” probably 2.5”. I am 16 and plan on doing a lot of trail running and 4Xing. Also because I am 16 I don’t have a huge budget. So I have been looking at bilstines, ome’s, and Eibachs, i have heard great things about all of them but i have heard bad too such as billys being to... 2003 sr5 4x4 lift kit ..read more

2004 Prerunner SR5 V6 Automatic A while back I had a used transmission (with 100,000 miles) installed after the original died. No issues and it's been running fine. But when I'm stopped at a light, if I shift into neutral there is a noticeable rough sounding disengagement and a slight jump forward as the transmission disengages... as if my foot is slightly on the gas. Then if I shift back into drive and then back in to neutral again there is no jump. So basically as I come to a stop the... Transmission Question ..read more

What’s up CT? The other day I was driving my Taco and I noticed the fuel gauge would go up then drop and slowly climb back up again within the same few minutes. I looked up the symptoms on the internet, some point to the Fuel Send Unit, some say the cluster could be going out. I was wondering if anyone out there has had this issue? Thanks ..read more

Whats up CT? I recently switched to full synthetic oil for my Tacoma after hitting 200,000 miles. I like to use the Mobile One full synthetic 5W 30. I wanted to ask what kind of oil you use on your truck and also what kind of gas are you using? I've only used 87 unleaded, because I feel like the 2RZ engine is bullet proof and its fine. But I was wondering if anyone uses different oil? and different gas? (like 91 high octane), and you think it has any benefits? Thanks ..read more

A few days ago, I purchased a OEM radiator cap for my taco. As I went to put it on, I noticed a little bit of pink sludge on my radiator fins on the driver side. So I went online and searched for a OEM replacement radiator. Fortunately I was able to find one close to where I live. I bought a Denso radiator for $140. After thinking about it for a bit, I decided I would take the opportunity to replace the thermostat. It was only $30 more and such a small job (literally 2 bolts). At first I... Radiator busted/ OEM Radiator Cap Update ..read more

I noticed there was a small leak coming from the oil cap. Even tho I was on top of regular oil changes and made sure that the oil cap was hand-tightened, snug, there would still be a little bit of oil leaking. I went on the Toyota forums and read that the oil caps have a gasket that can wear out over time and cause a small leak. I read somewhere online that the oil caps from the late 70’s and 80’s 20R/ 22R engines can fit the 2RZ engine as well. So I ordered this Toyota Oil cap with the old... OEM Oil Cap Toyota 12180-13010 ..read more

Toyota 16401-0C010 OEM Radiator Cap for Tacomas years 1995-2004 compatible with 2.4L, 2.7L and 3.4L engines. I found mine in eBay for like $23. I googled it and found it for $17.85 on wholesaledirect(dot)moderntoyota(dot)com. I was looking at what maintenance my truck might need next. It looks like a coolant flush and a radiator cap is due. FYI: You should flush the radiator coolant every 2 years or 30,000 miles and replace the radiator cap every 5 years. It’s also highly recommended to... OEM Radiator Cap Tacoma 1995-2004 ..read more

What’s up CT? Just wanted to show everyone this JDM emergency rescue hammer from Toyota. I found it on eBay for about $45. One end can break glass and the other end can cut seat belts ..read more

Installed some Halloween decor in my Taco. Happy Halloween from the Little White Taco ..read more

Hello, I have a 2001 Prerunner V6 and I've been having troubles with mpg, loss of acceleration, hesitancy, and shifting problems. I replaced the throttle positioning sensor with OE about 4 months ago and still have the same issues. I even replaced the ecm with a used one that I bought online a month ago. So I was testing the the TPS and I'm getting 10 volts from it. Shouldn't it be 5 volts? And from my understanding doesn't the power going to the TPS come from the ecm? If all of that is... Throttle positioning sensor voltage ..read more