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You are really being a ********. I explained that at least twice already in this thread, and in the other one you linked. It's irrelevant. Loading them with the same amount of weight is relevant. Stick to that.

Hello! Curious about the attributes that led to you picking this over a Lagun. Are the bushings plastic like the Lagun, or something else? Thanks!

I was answering the comment that said the truck would overheat going up that hill. That's because that Tacoma has no auto trailer brake controller or auto-downshift on descents (which he stated). They just put it in D and use the brakes to slow down to keep it "fair"... ie use the truck's...

They are right about the springs and shock absorbers anyway. There is so much wrong in that article... but it figures since it's a law firm.

The one being driven by an idiot... If it can tow a 6100 lb trailer up and down it with easy, it shouldn't have a bit of trouble with a 2600 lb load. https://tfltruck.com/2016/01/can-the-2016-toyota-tacoma-tow-better-than-the-2015-tacoma-on-the-ike-gauntlet-video/

To put braking into perspective by comparing it to a large RV: "Your stopping distance is affected by three factors; perception distance, reaction distance, and braking distance. Your RV is longer and larger than most other vehicles on the road and the stopping distance will not be the same as...

The "very specific circumstance" of both carrying a 2600 lb load above their curb weights, and a panic stop from 70 mph. The Tacoma has a big "headstart" with a stopping distance of 180 ft vs 229 ft at curb weight. Even if you assume that the Tacoma is brake limited at >GVWR, it still stops...

Physics is the science of physical reality... not opinion. You're thinking of marketing and politics... ;) If you can make a Tacoma (like the one in this thread) handle and brake better than a stock 1 ton with the same 2600 lb load, then how can it be called a hazard to other road users...

If you think the driver of the Tacoma in this thread or similar vehicles are being dangerously negligent, then please make a case for it. I think I've proved that they are not.

I had a look at your other posts... and you sound like a bot. Are you?

You and Reinamod both sound like bots...

Nope. Saying it don't make it so. It's the manufacturer's liability and warranty limit based on the stock vehicle. The government has nothing to do with it. The government gets involved when it comes to levying taxes for commercial road users. Most of these will register their vehicle at its...

Actually... they stop less well, generally... because of the weight and contact pressure. The brakes are bigger just because they need them in order to be traction limited... which I'd assume is the low bar most manufacturers try to achieve. You can also look at the difference in handling and...

In the 1st order braking calculation, the friction coefficient is assumed constant and independent of weight... but in reality, the higher the pressure of the tire on the ground, the poorer the coefficient becomes. So yes, a bigger tire run at lower pressure should improve the braking. The other...

It isn't a matter of opinion. I already went through this in another thread awhile back. As I recall an unladen Tacoma took 180 ft to stop, while an unladen Tremor took 222 ft... both C&D test data. It isn't only about weight, tires also come into play... but if you look at the measurements...

As mentioned, heavy vehicles require longer stopping distances. A large truck or RV will take longer to stop than this guy's Tacoma. Same for handling and maneuverability. Or tip-over, or how much it's effected by wind. Sure, this Tacoma is going to score poorly on these measures compared to a...

I'd like to see your examples of "wrecking a truck because it is overweight". I can't think of any...

^ https://www.roguewanderers.com/the-build

16 is good for your rig.... and 10mpg is atrocious! I got a hair over 16 a couple weeks ago in my Tundra with a big stand-up camper, 35s, and 2" front lift, not wind aided, 4k to 8k ft elevation. Previously on the same route I averaged 17.7 mpg with no camper, so it is lower. Long out-back...

Since they even have to pay when you are driving drunk, I kinda doubt that is so. They are required to pay for any crash that isn't intentional. They'd all have a dui disclaimer if they could. Why Insurance Companies Must Pay for Drunk Driving Accidents When you get into an accident, the...