Testing My Tacoma's Performance in Muddy Waters: A Short but Thrilling Ride and a Warning About Brake Line Issues

tacomel · 2025-08-27T16:56:08+00:00

I picked up the OEM skid plates while parts/accessories are on sale (and free shipping). The front skid plate is from the new Land cruiser but it also fits the Tacoma - PT228-60242. The transfer case skid plate is PT228-35247. The skids are stainless steel and while not the thickest l, approximately 1/10th if an inch, for my use they are going to be more than adequate and way better than the flimsy plastic stock pieces.

h4ngman tacoma

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Jul 28, 2025

Earlier today, I took a quick ride in my truck. It started to rain, so I thought I'd see how well my truck could handle it.

Driving through the mud was really fun. My truck did great, even though it was a short ride. I think it was enough to check how my truck runs.

Just one piece of advice: don't let mud pile up in the back wheels inside. This mess can hurt the brake lines by accident, and there's a known problem with Tacomas about this.

P.S: The picture I shared was the one I took while I was driving, that's why it's a little blur. Wanted to capture the moment I guess.

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