Author - Christain Parker

Choosing the right oil for transmission and differential

Christain Parker2026-09-08T18:28:39+00:00I have a 1997 dlx Tacoma with the r150f. I’m changing the trans oil and transfer case oil. Is red line mt-90 75w90 gl-4 oil good for both or does the transfer case need a gl-5 75w90 same with the front a rear differential are...

Official SCS wheel thread photos

Christain Parker2026-09-08T18:28:23+00:00We will use this thread to post amazing 4th gen Tacoma trucks with SCS wheels as people send them in to us. Our new +20mm fitment will look similar to our -10mm spec when used on the 2nd/3rd...

1999 Tacoma SR5 TRD Imperial Jade Build, Sweat and Tears

Christain Parker2026-09-08T18:27:56+00:00Finally got a truck again. 1999 Tacoma Xtracab SR5 TRD 5 Speed Manual in imperial jade mica. Will be adding updates as they go. Its too bad the clear coat is kinda hammered. *Repairs / Upgrades Since Purchase* ~Grey wire mod (locker works in 2wd, 4hi and 4lo) ~4runner map light ~Replaced...

Recovery point thickness vs shackle width….spacers?

Christain Parker2026-09-07T18:23:44+00:00My front Demello plate bumper has 1/2” thick recovery points….are you supposed to take up the free space with some washers to keep the shackle somewhat straight?

2026 Tacoma Limited Report

Christain Parker2026-09-07T18:21:48+00:00I've put 1700 miles on a new Tacoma Limited in the past two weeks, and thought I would lay out some of my thoughts. I'm coming from a 2003 4Runner Limited with 260k miles, and a Landcruiser before that. So this is the...

tire sizes, what fits what doesn’t and why

Christain Parker2026-09-07T18:17:01+00:00What tires fit my my 2019 Tacoma TRD Sport 6A? It now has 2020 rims and 265/70R/16 112T Good Year Wrangler Territory AT tires. They've been perfectly fine. I'm thinking it's time for new rubber. Looking online for new tires this size says they don't fit my...

ACIS Valve Leak

Christain Parker2026-09-06T18:25:05+00:00I did a smoke test on the intake a few days ago and that ACIS valve on the back of the intake was leaking like crazy. I can't find much info at all about it. Is there a way to seal that back up? What...

Cabin and Engine air Filter

Christain Parker2026-09-06T18:07:29+00:00Goo Morning Everyone Quick question what brands of filter do you recommend something that will not require me to sell a kidney LOL

Helivue Design Aux Tank

Christain Parker2026-09-05T18:22:04+00:00Hey everyone. I was wondering who here has installed one yourself. I reached out via the website asking for install instructions to see if it was something I could do myself and never got a response.

It finally happened…

Christain Parker2026-09-05T18:20:03+00:00After 5 years 6 months and 51,000 miles, the OEM battery kicked the bucket. Stopped on the way home from work to grab some food for the family and just clicked when trying start. Jumped it off and strait to O'Reilly for a new battery.