Great looking truck!
The fit on the tailgate is tight but it's not too bad on mine. I don't have the power tailgate so I can't comment on that part. The gasket does loosen up a bit over time. I had the same cap on a Ford F150 and the power tailgate needed a little help to get down too. I...
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I ended up with the 10 ply Light truck KO3's, the standard wasn't in stock in town.
Too early to really tell mpg but it doesn't seem to be anything noticeably different.
I got the Timbren TORSEQ3 bumpstops but haven't put them in yet. The Readylift kit has a 1" coil lift in the rear.
I didn't think the Timbren added any physical height, just a softer bump and support when you have a load in the bed, no effect on your daily drive setup.
Got a little lift installed and slapped on some new shoes today.
Readylift 2.5" SST Kit: https://www.readylift.com/2-5-sst-lift-kit-toyota-tacoma-2024.html
BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO3: https://www.bfgoodrichtires.com/auto/tires/all-terrain-t-a-ko3
I wanted to add a little height, even out...
The Smartcap Evo Adventure only weighs around 200 lbs., on it's own it's definitely not any different than having a second adult in the truck.
I typically roll around with ~300lbs. in addition to the Smartcap and Rooftop tent, I haven't noticed any difference in drive and there isn't any bed sag.
Self-install, yup!
Only advice is to take it slow, avoid having to loosen anything back up after tightening and make sure you don't over tighten anything...use appropriate torque!
Self-install, yup!
Only advice is to take it slow, avoid having to loosen anything back up after tightening and make sure you don't over tighten anything...use appropriate torque!