Author - Christain Parker

Those with Manual Transmission…why?

I get asked fairly frequently why I chose my Tacoma to be a MT. I usually say it's to feel superior to other drivers but in reality, as I drive around town dropping kids off at school and picking up groceries 80% of the time,...

adding 12V outlet box to bed of 2026 TRD Off Road

I want to do what the subject line states. I have ordered or identified most of the parts required, with the exception of the wire. I plan to use marine grade tinned wire, but have a couple of questions. Back in "the day" if I...

Driving pet peeves

I've been annoyed by at least one of these every day and it seems to be getting more frequent. Maybe it's just me getting older but I think it's just more drivers not knowing the rules of the road. Either way.... most...

Anyone also own a Jeep Wrangler?

I love my 2022 Tacoma TRDOR, but I have always wanted a Wrangler. So, I just bought a 2-door 2017 Rubicon/Recon with a manual transmission. It's completely stock with 3000 miles on it and seems in perfect condition. It's pretty raw and...

PreRunner 4×4 Conversion Journey Thread

Thanks to everyone who has already answered many of my questions as I'm preparing to start this quest of converting my '03 3.4L Auto XtraCab PreRunner. I wanted to kick off a build thread/journal mainly as a way to get my thoughts in order for...