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    USB connected blanket

    I have a Tacoma with a flippac. I don't have any aux. battery setup. Im trying to use USB power packs to run lights and was wondering if anyone knew of a solid electric throw or blanket that was USB compatible that I could run off a Goal Zero Flip 30?
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    Any thoughts on the National Luna portable power pack?

    I've been looking at the National Luna portable power pack for my Tacoma w/ flippac. Want to be able to run lights in the flippac at night and have power to recharge laptop, phone, ipad. Anybody here have one or know of one?
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    2010 Tacoma with cone type air filter and breather system

    Hi, I have a 2010 Tacoma with an aftermarket air intake. I have one of those cone shaped air filters that sits in a TRD box in the engine compartment. My question is do I just pull that sucker out and clean it with hot water, dry and re install or do I need some special solvent? Also, is...
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    Flippac hinge

    Anyone out there have a fix for the cheap caulk that is used where the hinges go into the shell? My flippac is slightly over a year old and I'm already getting water thats bypassing the caulk and starting to rust inside. (terrible design) Re caulked prior to winter but already starting to look...
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    rusty residue showing around flippac torsion bar

    Hello, I've had my flippac for less than a year and I seem to keep getting rusty ish residue around the mounts for the torsion bar where it connects with the shell and lid. The caulk or silicone seems to still be in place. My question is should I be concerned or not? What can I do to ensure I...
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    New Flippac maintenance tips

    I did a search of this topic and found a few things, but I was looking for comprehensive advice as far as torsion bar as well as the interface from said mounts into the shell, gaskets, screens, is there a special way to fold it before storing so the screen material or tent doesnt get creased? I...
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    plastic bed rail covers removal for flippac install

    Anybody have any info on whether or not the black bed rail covers on a 2010 tacoma should or should not be left on with a flippac? I removed them in anticipation of having my flippac installed. The installer told me over the phone today that they should remain because thats how FRP measures...
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    anyone ID what goes here

    Looking at engine compartment in my 2010 Tacoma. What bolts here and was it there when bought new or is it optional?
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    2010 Tacoma diff drop

    Bought my truck used from a dealer with an OME lift already installed, dealer didnt know if previous owner did a diff drop. Tried to contact PO but hes a soldier and is deployed. Any way to tell? Never done one so I dont know what I'm looking for. I can take pictures if that would help? Bob
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    solution for full size spare rubbing aginst exhaust underneath

    Besides the obvious of putting it in bed or buying outside carrier. Is there an expo work around for putting a matching spare (285/75/16) in the stock spare tire position? Rubs on the exhaust now.
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    replace tires for better all around performance

    Just bought a 2010 Tacoma DC, has an OME 3" lift with Dakar Leaf springs. The tires on it are Goodyear Duratracs 285/75R/16's they rumble and bumble and wanted some advice for a better size and brand for all around performance. I live in CO and do alot of off road / back country trailhead...
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    tacoma long or short??

    This site has never let me down, every time I have a question I am amazed at the number of responses I receive. So, here goes another... Looking at buying a newer Tacoma, going to be a 2008-2010 four door Tacoma Sport. My quandary is thus, 6ft bed or 5ft bed? I intend to place a new Flippac...
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    faded paint on 99 taco

    anyone have any suggestions on what to do with faded red paint on my Tacoma, I've tried the rubbing compound and it works for a little while. Thinking about having it painted white but don't want to bust the bank, any thoughts on out of the box paint, flat colors, rhino lined?
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    99 jeep cherokee

    Does anybody know if the rear differential on a 99 cherokee is a rubber plug. I have a leak and there is a rubber plug on it. Just don't know if thats the actual plug or a cover for the bolt?
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    truth about sparkplugs

    OK< can anyone tell me the right plugs to put in my 99 Tacoma with the V6?
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    battery hold down clamp

    Anyone know where I can pick up a new tray and clamp down, I'm going to install a new Sears Diehard in my 99 Tacoma Thanks
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    problem with starting

    OK, this one has got me stumped. I need some diagnosis please. I have a 99 tacoma, recently I get in to start it, press down on the clutch and all I get is a click like a dead battery. I get the same result at least twice, then let it sit for 20 seconds press in the clutch and it fires right...
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    bulb replacment

    hello, I just bought my son a 99 Cherokee Sport and the light bulb for the gear selector is out. Does the entire center console need to come off to replace? And if so, is there an easy way to do it? Sorry, for the simple question, I'm sure as time goes on I will have more complicated ones.
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    install belts on 22re 94 toyota p/u

    Hey all, I went thru the FSM's and couldn't find the page(s) where it detailed how to install belts on a 22re in a 94 p/u? How many? No a/c or p/s for sure, anybody have a good picture from a manual with a how to?
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    Removing TRD decals from sides of bed?

    Anybody out there have any tricks on cleanly removing the decals from the sides of your tacoma? The left one already came off but left a residue in the shape of the decal. I want to take the other side off and clean the areas and then hopefully find something to revive my red paint job...
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