Wednesday, November 7, 2018

Who uses Jegs for their auto parts needs?


Hi all,

Been a while and was curious who uses JEGS?

I remember way back to the old paper catalog days it was Jegs and Summit Racing. I wasn't into trucks but American muscle. 

Pretty amazing how the market has changed.

FWIW I'm planning on going to SEMA next year. I hope to meet these folks and other vendors!!!

Comment below if you are making plans to go as well. 💪


Friday, June 22, 2018

It's been a while....

I have been so busy with getting quality videos out for my YouTube channel and cool Instagram pics and stories that I have been neglecting this blog.

Let me know if I should just stick with the other social media or is this still worth it?

Anyhow it's Friday!

Still have the Taco and it's going strong. Had a fun time cutting a hole in a fender and going to a Tacomabeast meet!



Tuesday, April 3, 2018

Taco Tuesday is back!!!

Well I've been behind in a lot of my videos and social media postings.

I just released a vlog on these super bright ditch lights!

They are awesome and light up the night!

check it out!




Wednesday, March 21, 2018

Happy Birthday Hard Shell Taco!!!

We've come a long way you and I.

I'm glad we are friends and that others got to enjoy our ventures.

Look how you changed!



I hope you like your gift!




Wednesday, February 21, 2018

TRD Bro became more PRO!!! Hard Shell Taco is finally LIFTED!!!

I picked up a 2015 TRD Pro suspension for a great deal from a Toyota deal. Part # PTR13-35150

I installed this last President's Day weekend. Because of plans with Chinese New Year and needing to have the Taco ready by Monday I had no choice to do most of my work at night. It wasn't as easy but I got it done. The hardest part was the AAL (Add A Leafs). I explained it in my latest youtube video:







The instructions below are for a 2015 Pro but it's exactly the same for the 3rd gen Tacos too however the cam bolts for the 2016+ are 22mm NOT 19mm! And of course works on all 2nd gen Tacos.

You really want a 22mm handy!!!





The ride is a little firmer on the street but soaks up bumps and especially dips VERY well. For spending under $1000 with front shocks + springs , rear reso shocks , AAL and alignment...I'll say it's an awesome deal!!!!






Friday, February 9, 2018

Who's tougher? Taco or T-rex???

I had to do some work out in Palm Springs so I had to stop by to see this giant dinosaur and see who's tougher.

What do you guys think?




Monday, January 22, 2018

DANGER WILL ROBINSON!!! Acura MDX recall?

I just received a letter about our previously owned 2016 Acura MDX and possible transmission/engine issues.



You may have seen my video complaining about the issues of the suv slipping out of drive and into neutral.  If you haven't here it is:



You can see others had this issue too.


Now there's a chance you may have to get a whole new engine!  The Honda motor isn't the issue here guys. It's the ZF9 transmission!

I've said it before and I'll say it again, I won't get a new Honda/Acura. I'll stick with Toyota/Lexus from this point forward unless someone wants to donate a NSX. Haha


Wednesday, January 17, 2018

Who's excited for new trucks in 2019?

Well the Ford Ranger got announced and it's getting really hyped up.

What do you guys think?

2018 Toyota Sense Tacomas are getting lifted... wrong?

It sure is tough being sick and thinking about these things but I gotta do what I gotta do.



Thursday, January 4, 2018

Lake Arrowhead trip in the Taco

Last weekend before New Years my wife wanted the family to go to the mountains so the kids can see snow... WELL first of all she told me it was Big Bear so we prepared for colder temps.

Look at how much we packed for a single overnight stay. It took me a while to pack it and get it to fit everything. Having 3 kids and a wife in the Taco is a little tight but fortunately I'm the only tall one for now.




After doing my wonderful pack job. I asked my wife for the Big Bear address...Well it was Lake Arrowhead instead!

Also going up at 9am it was sunny and 70 degrees! 😆

Well I dropped her off and Joanna (the baby) and took my boys to some adventures.  It was a little sketchy but for a noob offroader like myself but I handled it.

Check out the wheeling vid and also my vlog about the drone.

It was a good day with no problems in the end.







Monday, January 1, 2018

Happy New Year!!! Taco life!

Hey everybody!

I wanted to say Happy New Year!

2017 was good for me for both my vlogging / diy stuff as well as my family. I'm looking forward to 2018.

I didn't reach my 12 videos for 12 days of Christmas but I got 10 in. I have 2 vids coming up shortly.

We had some fun at Lake Arrowhead and didn't hurt ourselves or the Taco.

Check it out!


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