Author - Christain Parker

OEM+ StormTrooper Personal Build Thread

Christain Parker2026-08-19T17:04:35+00:00Now that I’ve mostly checked off all my dream mods to my dream truck do I have the bright idea to come back and record everything This thread will really be just for personal records/fun/mini project to work on. Of course, the only place to begin...

Brake and/or suspension issues. Pulls left when braking. Steering twitch and screeching from tires

Christain Parker2026-08-19T17:02:44+00:00Have a 2001 TRD Off-Road 3.4 with either a brake and/or suspension issue When apply brakes reasonably firm, but not necessarily outright panic braking, the truck pulls a little left, has an audible tire squealing sound (seems like it is from front), and steering wheel does...

Show off your Access Cab (Photos)

Christain Parker2026-08-19T17:02:06+00:00Hello TW, I see a lot of threads on here but non dedicated to the Access Cab. So show off your access cabs if you got them. Any color, stock, lifted, lowered, lets see them. I...

New brakes making loud squeal / singing at low speed, light pressure (DBA 4000 T3)

Christain Parker2026-08-19T17:01:50+00:002020 TRD Off Road DCSB, fronts only. Truck sits at 5500 lbs with me in it. Stock brakes had 37K on them and were working fine, but I wanted something that would hold up better in wet, muddy, off road conditions. Round 1: DBA 4000 T3 rotors...

SR Engine: Any Info on Mechanical Differences?

Christain Parker2026-08-19T17:01:05+00:00Apologies if this has been discussed before, but I am trying to find any info on major mechanical differences between the 228hp engine on the SR and the 278hp engine on the rest of the lineup. I'm just curious, since the displacement is the...

Grease gun for 2003 4wheel drive

Christain Parker2026-08-18T17:03:39+00:00what would you recommend to buy for a grease gun for driveshaft and lubrication for 2003 What brand of gun what type of grease

Defective Airbag Wiring Harness-DIY or job for a pro?

Christain Parker2026-08-18T17:01:37+00:00I've got a 2023 TRD Sport, outside of warranty. The dealership has diagnosed my Airbag warning light issue to be from a defective wiring harness that, they tell me, runs underneath the seats of the truck. The part number I've been told is...

Truck driver b.s.

Christain Parker2026-08-17T16:58:46+00:00I am a member of a Few FB trucker groups... but in the last few months they have became so ridiculously political they are really just annoying to participate in. Seeing how this sites CoC prevents such conversations I figured I'd try to start a...

Door Question: what is this?

Christain Parker2026-08-17T16:58:24+00:00So I have a door that needs attention. Firstly, I get wind coming in at the top. Second, it seems like the handle is loose. Third, it rattles when you shut it. Lastly, what is this thing in the picture? It looks like it was attached however,...

SEMA 2024: The Kuat Racks DEK™ featuring Diode Dynamics!

Christain Parker2026-08-17T16:57:29+00:00https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Rf8RGarj78​ Diode Dynamics is proud to partner with Kuat Racks on the DEK platform roof rack, a versatile and low-profile solution that integrates our advanced LED lighting. Designed for every adventure, the DEK rack offers an unparalleled rooftop cargo experience, built...