Second oil change at 5000 miles. More metal debris found (with pics!)

[maxx075]

Absolutely!!

There was a downhill section of I-80 that I was driving through Wyoming and I hit like 107 and didn't even realize it. Felt like maybe 85-90 lol

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[tacorancher]

I just drive fast; always have. I will say though that with the Gen 4 90 to 100 mph feels like 70mph. The Toyota absolutely nailed the driving dynamics. The truck doesn't even break a sweat and is rock solid with RPMs around 2K. I don't drive 100 all that often, but on most of the trips these past few weeks I've noticed myself going 97 and slowed down to 80-85. NOTE: I'm not one of those assholes that weaves in and out of cars if they're going slower. I'm pretty considerate!

I agree - what blows my mind is when I drive on the highway it genuinely feels like a sports sedan in terms of both power and handling — and then when I park the truck and look at it, I see a 5400 pound brick with 12-14 inches of running clearance and I am incredibly impressed by how toyota was able to deliver such an aggressive truck that drives almost like a Mercedes

 

[bitflogger]

I just drive fast; always have. I will say though that with the Gen 4 90 to 100 mph feels like 70mph. The Toyota absolutely nailed the driving dynamics. The truck doesn't even break a sweat and is rock solid with RPMs around 2K. I don't drive 100 all that often, but on most of the trips these past few weeks I've noticed myself going 97 and slowed down to 80-85. NOTE: I'm not one of those assholes that weaves in and out of cars if they're going slower. I'm pretty considerate!

As someone who lost a family member to others' poor judgement and behavior in public roads I say being considerate is you race or only increase risk not on public roadways.

My nephew a most difficult surgeries team lead and some first responder associates also have strong opinions for that behavior. It is a lot different when someone does themselves in on a race course or in properly organized sport than when they are trying to save someone horribly harmed by an ass clown with poor judgement.

I get the fun available with autos and sports but get even more of it in ways that don't add risk to others. Personally I channeled it to stuff like sports or when I was an auto club participant who did stuff on closed courses.

 

[saerandy]

As someone who lost a family member to others' poor judgement and behavior in public roads I say being considerate is you race or only increase risk not on public roadways.

My nephew a most difficult surgeries team lead and some first responder associates also have strong opinions for that behavior. It is a lot different when someone does themselves in on a race course or in properly organized sport than when they are trying to save someone horribly harmed by an ass clown with poor judgement.

I get the fun available with autos and sports but get even more of it in ways that don't add risk to others. Personally I channeled it to stuff like sports or when I was an auto club participant who did stuff on closed courses.

You are certainly entitled to your opinion, including perceiving me as "...an ass clown with poor judgement ". Personally I don't care what your opinion is.

 

[TheGreatWhiteNorth]

Im at 10,000 miles and ive done 3 oil changes already. Two under 5000 during break in, and the last one at 5000. I have noticed it looks quite darker and more of a smokey smell to the oil at 5000, than my third gen. The turbo is definitely working the oil more.

Using Amsoil synthetic and Im definitely continuing a 5,000 mile interval on this engine after this observation.

 

[tacorancher]

Im at 10,000 miles and ive done 3 oil changes already. Two under 5000 during break in, and the last one at 5000. I have noticed it looks quite darker and more of a smokey smell to the oil at 5000, than my third gen. The turbo is definitely working the oil more.

Using Amsoil synthetic and Im definitely continuing a 5,000 mile interval on this engine after this observation.

Interesting. I’ve done 2 in the last 10K miles. I’m definitely not going beyond 5K between intervals. This just reaffirms that. I’m also running premium fuel for the performance and longevity benefits.

 

[Gfenza89]

I would consider you guys look into running Amsoil signature series. It’s the best oil money can buy especially for turbocharged engines

 

[dunder]

I agree - what blows my mind is when I drive on the highway it genuinely feels like a sports sedan in terms of both power and handling — and then when I park the truck and look at it, I see a 5400 pound brick with 12-14 inches of running clearance and I am incredibly impressed by how toyota was able to deliver such an aggressive truck that drives almost like a Mercedes

I’ve owned a few Mercedes and this truck doesn’t drive anything like a recent Mercedes and that includes the G-Wagen.

 

[tacorancher]

I’ve owned a few Mercedes and this truck doesn’t drive anything like a recent Mercedes and that includes the G-Wagen.

I’ve owned a few as well. Most recently a 2010 E550. I’m obviously exaggerating. It does drive super nice imho, though.

 

[BAQ717]

I’ve owned a few Mercedes and this truck doesn’t drive anything like a recent Mercedes and that includes the G-Wagen.

Coming from a 2020 3 series, this truck drives very well. No one is pretending it’s a luxury vehicle but for a Tacoma, this one is leaps and bounds above the previous generations.

 

[tacorancher]

Coming from a 2020 3 series, this truck drives very well. No one is pretending it’s a luxury vehicle but for a Tacoma, this one is leaps and bounds above the previous generations.

That was my point. Me comparing to a Mercedes was not to be taken literally but was more meant to express my enthusiasm about how awesome it drives for such an aggressive and capable truck.

 

[dunder]

I’ve owned a few as well. Most recently a 2010 E550. I’m obviously exaggerating. It does drive super nice imho, though.

My other car is a ‘25 MB CLE53, so the Taco feels pretty sketchy to me. I didn’t own the previous gen taco, so maybe exaggeration is makes for s worthy comparison.

 

[BAQ717]

My other car is a ‘25 MB CLE53, so the Taco feels pretty sketchy to me. I didn’t own the previous gen taco, so maybe exaggeration is makes for s worthy comparison.

Compared to an 80k+ Mercedes coupe, yeah it’s gonna feel a bit different. It’s a truck. But it drives very well for a truck. I think that’s the point.

 

[dunder]

Compared to an 80k+ Mercedes coupe, yeah it’s gonna feel a bit different. It’s a truck. But it drives very well for a truck. I think that’s the point.

My taco is a $70k truck , but point taken.

 

[BAQ717]

My taco is a $70k truck , but point taken.

Your spec looks very nice. Mine is a 50k OR with the upgrade package. Definitely where the value is IMO. Doesn’t have the rarity and “cool” factor that yours does but I’m happy none the less

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