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Thanks! Planning a bunch of trips for 2014... It's going to be a good year. :)

Icons have been excellent so far. Rear 2.5" resi are spendy but resolved issues with bottoming out over rough terrain. Ride is fantastic especially if you like driving fast on back roads and trails. Front 2.5" resi have been good overall. I'm running the 700lb spring up front which is really...

Here is the trip report for those interested: http://gitout.com/content.php?309-Oregon-Trail-Day-Tillamook-State-Forest-December-14-2013

I'm rolling with 900lbs over stock on the rear axle everyday. Add another 500-600lbs loaded for trips. OME HD springs couldn't handle the weight. Went to a custom leaf pack by Deaver Spring and added 2.5" Icon w/ Resis. It rides great now... The great thing is the weight distribution is...

You may consider something simple like a single large battery vs dual batteries. My experience with the Odyssey 1400 wasn't great. My ARB fridge would kill the battery after only 10-12 hours. The battery just doesn't have the reserve capacity required... Switched to the Die Hard 31M. It...

Got some trail time in yesterday. Was expecting snow but got some sun and dry weather.

I changed to Mobile 1 synthetic at 20k miles. Planning to change the filter every 2,500 and oil change every 5,000. Toyota recommends using conventional oil every 5,000 miles. Just passed 22,500 this week. The truck had it's 1st bday last month. How time flies.

Those motors are good for 350-400k no question if maintained properly. I've seen many in that range (all original). Transmission is the same deal. With proper maintenance, cooling and not overloading it there is no reason it can't go over 300k. That motor / tranny setup is one of the most...

Here's the trip report: http://gitout.com/content.php?308-Oregon-Trask-Checkpoint-Challenge-November-16-2013

I'd recommend the ST Maxx as well. Much better than BFG AT: sidewall strength, better traction off road, sidewall tread. Happy with mine so far. I've run the BFG AT and wouldn't buy them again.

KDSS is optional on Trail Edition. It has stuff like ATRAC (works awesome), multi-terrain select, crawl control, heated mirrors, power seats, power inverter, water resistant seats, sunroof, rear sliding tray, camp speaker mode... Bit more than a locker. Here's the complete list...

Excellent event. 20 rigs. 5 teams. Some fun competition. Will share the trip report later.

Just re-used one of the factory hooks. Then cut off the short side and bought 1 new J-hook. Very easy project. I sprayed the J-hook to match the factory black one.

Thanks! It's a fun truck. Nice spending most of my time on adventures rather than fixing things. :) I'm happy with them so far. My initial impressions... They are quieter than MTs on road. Smooth. Excellent lateral traction, especially noticeable on gravel roads at higher speed. Mud...

Nice "work day"... Mapped and marked 12 checkpoints for the upcoming trip. Also, tested the tires on some trail.

Check the All Pro Apex: https://www.allprooffroad.com/05tacomatrailarmor/532-05-tacoma-apex-front-bumper Probably the tightest fitting, best approach angle bumper option for 2012+

That sounds like a stuck lifter. I'd pull the valve covers and check.

I use my winch 2-3 times a month. For me, it's a requirement. This group 31m deep cycle has plenty of juice for hard pulls. I've done winching recovery with the truck turned off and had no issues. Previously, I used a smaller Odyssey battery and Yellow Tops none of them had any trouble with...

They don't have any more details yet... Estimated release date is next month (December) according the the Cooper rep.

I'll keep updating this thread for the long term review: http://gitout.com/showthread.php?1266-Tire-Reivew-Cooper-ST-Maxx-Long-Term-Review These tires are quieter than my brothers 235/85 Duratrac tires. They have good sipping similar to the Duratrac. The outer lug tread gaping is about the...