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#229 of 539 .9G by jmess Feb 12, 2004 (8:19 am)
When looking at lateral G loads measured on a smooth flat skid pad, remember that things are a little different in the real world. Solid rear axles on a pickup trucks won't handle the bumps as well as the independent rear suspension on a car like a 350Z. So on a twisty road the 350Z would be my choice over a solid rear axle pickup.
#230 of 539 FYI: '04 Tacomas to be built until September '04 by enolagaia Feb 12, 2004 (10:27 am)
Call me crazy, but I'm debating whether I'd rather wait on the new '05 Tacomas or go ahead and buy an '04. Part of it's my preference for the smaller form factor; part of it's the usual apprehension about first-year models, etc., etc.   Anyway, I needed to know when '04 production was gonna cease, so I'd know my 'drop-dead' time for ordering an '04...   After unsuccessful attempts to find out through local dealerships, I gave up and went straight to 'The Source' to get an answer. On the off chance it might work, I called NUMMI directly and told the receptionist I wanted to know when '04 Toyota Tacoma production would cease. I was put through to a production control person / office, and they were kind enough to tell me that they're scheduling ongoing '04 Taco production until September 2004, when they'll switch over to 2005 model production.   I guess this means that anyone who decides to opt for an '04 (owing to impatience or preference over the '05) has until this summer to make up their mind.
#232 of 539 I would wait for the 2005 by i_luv_toyota Feb 25, 2004 (12:24 pm)
That's what I'm doing. I'm just waiting to see what the 4WD version will look like.   Also, the 05 will have a more powerful 4.0L V6 (from the current 4Runner) as opposed to the current 3.4L V6 in current Tacos.
#233 of 539 My guess is by chorton Feb 25, 2004 (3:53 pm)
The 05 will hit in fall and will be comparable to a dakota or a colorado in size. Toyota is usually quick to move with the market on compact trucks. I am not really sure if they will put a V8 in it or not, look at the 4runner. Now days we almost never see a V8 come through here. I bet we've only sold 2 or 3 this year. If they do offer the v8 it will probably be in the d-cab only maybe only in the limited or a 4x4. but it would be a towing monster! The V8 4runner will tow more than any other vehicle toyota sells in the US!!!
#234 of 539 have you guys seen this by ibudic1 Mar 18, 2004 (10:30 am)
Too bad there isn't a Tacoma vs ranger board any more. Check this out...   http://www.brakedisc.net/features/top-gear-toyota/index.php   this too, almost as impressive   http://www.fourwheeler.com/roadtests/16558/index.html
#235 of 539 Tacoma re ibudic1 by moparbad Mar 18, 2004 (2:40 pm)
Thanks for the links. Entertaining. Yes the Tacoma/HiLux is very durable and very capable. My truck is almost a twin of the one tested by fourwheeler except mine has a factory sunroof. I really enjoy my truck and am happy I purchased it before the 05's arrived. The only change I would like is a turbo diesel that is offered on the HiLux in nearly every market except North America. Then my Tacoma would be perfect IMO.
#236 of 539 Only the Brits by dust90 Mar 19, 2004 (3:57 pm)
could find something that meaningless to do with their time!   Second link is quite impressive.
#237 of 539 Towing with 2-wheel dolly by kirbyt Apr 23, 2004 (8:18 am)
Anyone with experience pulling another vehicle on a 2-wheel car dolly? Looking at doing this with a 4-DR V6 Prerunner to haul a Civic to Wisconsin next month. Can I just run on highway in normal highway overdrive or must run without? Any issues that I should be aware of?   Thanks for any tips and warnings.
#238 of 539 Towing by moparbad Apr 24, 2004 (6:26 pm)
Check everything TWICE when you hook up the trailer and the car. Check the hitch and the straps and chains holding the car to the dolly periodically throughout the trip. Maintain reasonable speeds. A tire failure while towing may end in disaster if traveling at too high a speed. I towed a compact car with a dolly and the concern I had was stopping. Weight of car plus dolly was around 4,000 lbs and stopping distance as well as the way the trailer pushed the truck was scary at times. Power to tow was fine and I left the ECT swith and overdrive in their normal positions. In talking to some other Tacoma owners who tow regularly they told me to watch the transmission temp. and stop and let trans. cool off and check fluid if the dash light for trans lit up. I did not experience any problems. My truck is a 2003 Tacoma 4WD Xcab V6 with automatic. I'll tell you this, even though the Tacoma is rated at 5,000 lbs, I would never want to tow that much.

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