Adding Some Protection

1slowtacoma · 2026-03-14T23:57:12+00:00

Big thanks to YotaTribe for sending over their Apex PO series grill for my Tacoma. I went with the version without the raptor lights because I wanted a cleaner and more aggressive frontend look. The design fits the truck really well and completely changes the front appearance. Install was pretty straightforward and the quality of the grill is solid. Really happy with how the truck looks now it definitely gives the Tacoma a much more bold and modern front end. Install thoughts: Pretty straightforward install Everything lined up well Took roughly 30–45 minutes Would love to hear what you guys think about the Apex grill vs the stock grill 👀

1slowtacoma

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Today at 12:34 AM

Decided it was time to add some extra protection to the Tacoma. Huge thanks to AspireAutoAccessories for sending over their Aspire Pro Style Skid Plate for my Tacoma.

Since the truck is starting to see more trail time, protecting the engine and front underbody was definitely something I wanted to upgrade.
Compared to the stock skid plate on the 4th gen Tacoma, this one is a big improvement. The factory skid plate does its job for light protection, but it’s relatively thin and mainly designed for basic coverage.

The Aspire Pro Style Skid Plate feels much more solid and trail-ready. It provides:

Stronger protection for the engine area
Better durability for off-road impacts
More confidence when driving over rocks or rough terrain
A much more aggressive and clean look underneath the truck

Install was pretty straightforward and everything lined up nicely. As the Tacoma build continues to move more into trail and off-road use, upgrades like this definitely make a big difference in protecting the truck.

Big thanks again to AspireAutoAccessories for the support