Miqie
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With your luck acquiring trucks OP, I think I'd wait till the 2025 model year if you're considering the Tacoma, to make sure any bugs are worked out.
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Could be a number of factors, but the lack of a limited slip differential is the primary cause. I''ve owned a number of trucks over the years with LSD and never had a issue pulling my boat from any ramp while in 2wd. I was able to pull it 4hi with quite a bit of wheel spinning (note only one rear wheel and one front wheel were spinning. The TRAC system could also be a factor, it will apply brakes to spinning wheels. I think there is a way to turn that off which may help the next time.Could you explain the 'pulling the boat' part? Is it because of the tires? If you have it in 4W-Low, shouldn't it be able to pull the boat out?
Do you know if the sport has a rear locker? I can't seem to find a definite yes or no on that.I went with the OR because I wanted MTS. Was it worth the extra price? Probably not because I only go off roading about once a month; but I'd rather have peace of mind knowing I have more tools at my disposal than having to need to call a tow truck.
I'm also waiting for more options for stealth bumpers for a winch and I have a nice selection of recovery gear at my disposal. So to answer your question, they both are very similar--get what you feel comfortable spending, these trucks aren't cheap.
Is a limited slip differential and a locking rear diff the same thing? I'm new to off roadingCould be a number of factors, but the lack of a limited slip differential is the primary cause. I''ve owned a number of trucks over the years with LSD and never had a issue pulling my boat from any ramp while in 2wd. I was able to pull it 4hi with quite a bit of wheel spinning (note only one rear wheel and one front wheel were spinning. The TRAC system could also be a factor, it will apply brakes to spinning wheels. I think there is a way to turn that off which may help the next time.
DeltaSeven,I just filed for lemon law on my '24 GMC Canyon AT4, so hoping they buy it back. If so, I was considering switching to a Tacoma.
1. My main question is how necessary is the Locking Rear Diff? I live in Florida so the only off-roading I am able to do is dirt/sandy trails. I actually just got my '24 Canyon but haven't got it on the trails yet so I'm not even sure if the locking rear diff on that truck was needed lol. I am new to off-roading.
2. Does the TRD Offroad sit any higher/have a lift compared to the TRD Sport?
3. My budget is around $46-50K before tax, title, tags and it seems like a TRD Offroad is around 50-55K. Most of the ones around me all come with extra Port Install Options (which in my opinion are overpriced, like phone charging cables, OEM Side Steps, first aid kits, black exhaust tip and tailgate lettering, etc. All this probably totals like $1500 but they add like $3500 for all of it). Is there any tips on how to find a Tacoma what doesn't have these overpriced added options?
4. What package comes with the full 360 camera? Is that available on the TRD Sport?
5. How comfortable are the cloth seats in these trucks? I've driven a '24 Tundra with cloth seats that they are somewhat uncomfortable.
If this helps any, my needs are:
4x4
Double Cab
14in Display
Powered Driver Seat
Locking Rear???
And my wants:
Leather
Cooled Seats
360 Camera
It doesn’tDo you know if the sport has a rear locker? I can't seem to find a definite yes or no on that.
Not the same thing. An LSD is mechanical gear set in the rear differential and will also put power to the opposite wheel from the spinning wheel, much more street friendly. Great in slippery conditions.Is a limited slip differential and a locking rear diff the same thing? I'm new to off roading