Thank you for the video. Fellow Hoosier here looking to purchase a Tacoma and small camper, so I appreciate the time you put into making this.

Thanks for another informative video. Here's our newbie RV and tow vehicle experience. Last June, we purchased a Little Guy Mini Max and a Honda Ridgeline, which had a towing package. Our most common trip is driving 330 miles from Madison to western UP, where we own some land. Though rated for 5000 pounds, our Ridgeline was not up to task. About three to four hours in to our trip up there and our return trip home, a warning light came on saying that the transmission fluid was overheating. Honda advised us to manually turn off the overdrive and to not drive above 55 mph. We decided to get a more capable two vehicle instead. We looked at the Tundra but opted on new 2018 F-150 diesel 4x4. When it was still warm, we were getting 25 to 28 mpg on highway (not towing) and 14-15 mpg towing the Mini Max. I typically drive at 73 on the interstate and 63 on the rural highways if not towing and around 67 and 63 if towing. In the fall, we sold the Mini Max and have purchased a Nucamp 400 (wanted something a bit bigger and better built).

Informative video, thank you. A vehicle to consider in the future. New to the TAB, we opted to stay with our 2013 Subaru Tribeca, AWD 3.0 L 6 cylinder equipped with a towing option, mainly upgraded transmission oil cooler and Class 1 hitch rated to maximum 3500 lbs. Pulling the trailer we get about 11 MPG on average and the only drawback right now is the frequent stops for gas due to a small gas tank. We use a wireless brake controller, the Curt Echo rather than a hard wired controller with no issues. We've hauled the trailer once on a long trip, about 1000 miles with no issues pulling it.

I’ve a 2018 (RWD crew cab 5’ bed) Chevy Colorado Duramax Diesel towing my 2019 Tab 400. I never get less than 16 MPGs (18 on flat highway) on average and that includes 6-9 % grade roads. 30 MPGs highway/20 city without the trailer. Truck is rated at 7700 lbs towing capacity. The diesel option includes a complete towing package: 7/4 pin connector, dash mounted brake controller, tow haul mode and exhaust braking mode. I can tow without sway bars since it’s incredibly stable. I tend to cruise at 65 (sweet spot) or higher. Worth considering if you’re looking fo a new TV. Keep up the good work, Patrick!

Great video Patrick. I currently tow my Nucamp Tag XL (aka Peanut 🥜) with my Toyota Tundra TRD 4x4 sport. The truck probably feels like there’s a flea attached to it but we love both the truck and Peanut. Can’t wait till this pandemic is over and we can camp once again. Till then be safe, say hi to Patty and the pups 🐾. 🤘🏽👍🏽👋🏽

Quick tip. When removing back seat head rest , those holes 🕳 that are there in the seating part that u folded up are to store them/ hold them in place so u can have your storage space in the back

Excellent video! You really hit all the major points.

Well. Had a 5.3L 2010 Chevy Silverado 4-wheel drive, crew cab and standard bed. Has tow package. Love it. However when buying our first “new” RV we took the dealers word that the camper we really liked would be within all limits of my truck (passionately named “Rocky”). But since getting the camper home and taking it out on a few trips I feel the dealer did NOT paint a clear picture of my tow issues. Rocky has enough power and all the gauges show a healthy picture. But because I wasn’t very experienced yet on towing travel trailers and putting too much trust in the dealer, I’m basically maxed out as far as “loaded” weight goes. Therefore we have good trailer breaks, a great weight distribution hitch with a sway bar and my goal is to never exceed 65 mph. But it all makes my towing a little more stressful. Not to mention my wandering eyes as I pass truck lots!!! You guys are one of our favorite channels. Keep up the great episodes!

SOLD!! Oh wait, you weren't trying to sell me YOUR truck, were you? Lol! GREAT video, Patrick, and I learned the importance of looking for a good tow pkg. Really liked the demo of the back seat legroom and seat uses too. As you know, we started out towing our Little Guy Max with our 2005 Envoy but it strained up inclines so traded for a 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 - like you, there were budget issues and buying a lower mileage used truck just seemed smarter. It's a great 'basic' truck and we don't even know the trailer is behind us. I WILL tell you I miss the heated seats, tho...😂 ~ 💜

Excellent review, and all the more valuable since you also have experience with the Tundra and 4Runner. Thank you!

Outstanding review! You provide the detail analytic minds like mine need. Child of Dean of Chemistry and Physics here- get those details! Keep up the great work.

A good friend let us borrow his Tacoma before :-) ...we must say, we were impressed! Good point on buying pre-owned too.

I know you don't have the Tacoma anymore but our Tacoma xtracab works great. One tip is to use the ECT Power setting for the transmission. Thanks for all of your videos

I have a 2019 Forest River 22 foot travel trailer with a dry weight of 3,108 lbs. I just purchased a 2012 Toyota Tacoma prerunner 6 cylinder 4.0 . It drives like a dream. With a maximum tow weight of 6,400 lbs. No problems at all. Great Truck. Also it has a factory tow package.

We drive a 2017 Honda Ridgeline, we did get an upper trim level and tow package. We love the trunk inside of the truck bed, very useful. The back seats swing up and lock for a flat floor in the back, they are a 60/40 split. SUV like ride and very comfortable seats, front and back. We did add a folding hard cover for the bed, bought on line and self installed. The passenger side mirror has a camera that is awesome, we wish it was on both sides, it allows us to see to the very back of the right side of our Tab400. No problems on the Rocky mountains out to Seattle, and to Texas and back twice. Both seats are power and heated, great for our backs we are in our late 60's. Lots of cup holders, and the tailgate swings down, and additionally out like a car door. We get 25 mpg on the highway, and 11 to 15 mpg depending on the elevation while towing. If it's flat, we get 15mpg while towing. It does have settings for sand, snow, e.t.c. SiriusXM also, and satellite GPS which worked great in Yellowstone and Grand Teton. Our phones didn't work in Yellowstone. So we were thankful for the GPS.

Great video, exactly what I was looking for. Thank you!

Recently purchased a Tacoma pro, love it so far . Great review

We just recently bought a 2020 Tacoma. We love it! We pulled the Hummingbird with it once and it was really easy. Hopefully, we will be able to go camping this summer.

Thanks for the video, I'm trying to decide between a Tacoma and an F150, but leaning towards the Tacoma. Your video helped.

I have a 2014 F150 with a 3.7 V6; 6 speed trans and 3.73 rear drive in a 2wd regular cab. I pull a 2017 Casita Liberty that weighs about 2900 the way I have it usually loaded. I have taken to using tow/haul when towing to keep the truck engine from lugging on hills. I get about 19-21 mpg empty in mixed driving (no interstate, 22-24 interstate) and 15-16 mpg when towing. Other than on hills the motor will usually run 2000 or less rpm on the flat when towing, the steepest I have towed was in the mountains of Tennessee (7% grade) where the rpms climbed to 4000 a very few times and the trans dropped to 4th gear. Usually a steep hill will make the trans go to 5th gear (again, only some of the time) or often 6th gear will do the job. I am overall very pleased with how well this rig works as a whole. I have always liked Tabs and Max trailers. Love seeing other small campers in campgrounds.

The Delaney's give the best reviews, thanks !!!

Thank you so much! I presently have a 2014 Toyota 4Runner SR5 pulling a Winnebago WD 1780 (@ 2,850lbs unloaded). Love, love, love the 4Runner, but considering either a Tacoma, or possibly the Sequoia. Your review was very concise, informative, and interesting. All your mods were spot on except I might go a bit fancier on the running boards. LOL Delaney, Toyota owes you a sales commission. Methinks its going to be a Tacoma as soon as its safe to go shopping. Happy travels!

Thanks for the outstanding review! I’ve subscribed

Great video - as usual - thanks Patrick. I pull our 2019 Little Guy MiniMax (dry weight 1993 lbs) with a 2017 Tacoma SR5 4x4 that has the factory tow package. First time we towed up Vermont's Green Mountains, I was concerned about the RPM jump into the low 4000 range. Researching the Atkinson V6 on Tacoma World unveils, expectedly, many opinions; mostly positive and general consensus that "this engine performs best (torque) at higher revs." Looking at your tach on the video, the engine tone was entirely familiar as your Taco made the climb. Just got back to MA (Covid-interrupted trip) after ~5500 miles south and southwest, averaging between 12/14 mpg. Love our Taco (and our Teardrop)! I know it's considered blasphemous - by some - for Little Guy (now Xtreme Outdoors) and Nu Camp owners to commune 😉, but wanted to let you and Patty know that my wife and I love your channel and the greater teardrop community it engages. Stay well!

Nice truck. My son just recently purchased a Tacoma and he loves it!

Excellent review of the Tacoma. I don’t know if you have winter fuel but I can promise you that if you do, that is the reason for the fuel MPG drop. Here in Utah, if I use fuel from the county I work in, my MPG drops 3 MPG compared to the winter fuel I get in the county I live in. That is compared to the summer fuel in which I get 2-3 MPG more than any winter fuel. So 44 MPG becomes 38 MPG in the winter! My tow vehicle was a 2015 Chevy Silverado 4x4 double cab 4x4 5.3l 6sp 3.42 standard bed. The truck has a 1730 lb payload and with a ARE shell it weighed 5380 full of gas. GVW is 7200 lbs. Loading the truck with trailer stuff, a 65 lb generator and WD hitch it weighed 6400 lbs. That is with my wife and I on board. Oh and the max trailer towing rating for the truck is 9,400 lbs. Our trailer is a 2020 Grand Design Imagine XLS 17MKE and it weighs 4900 lbs before propane tanks, batteries or stuff. Loaded it is close to 5400 lbs and a tongue weight of a little over 600 lbs. So we were with in a couple hundred pounds of max weight for the truck. Took 4 trips totaling 6,000 miles and came away with the following. My MPG went from 6.5 to a high of 9.1 MPG. The truck spent most of the time in 4th gear turning 2900 RPM @ 65 MPH. There were times I was in 2nd gear doing 35-40mph! The truck felt fine, drove well but the power train was definitely getting worked. I towed in freezing weather up to over 100 degrees. Max transmission temp got up to 215 degrees and coolant temps stayed within normal (210 degrees) The 3.42 gears while did excellent in MPG empty (21-22 MPG at 70-75 MPH) it was not great when towing. I was able to get a real good deal on a close out 2019 Silverado 2500 HD that was the same truck (body wise) so this allowed me to take all the accessories off my 2015 and put them on the 2019. So the new truck has 6.0 lt 6 speed gas, 4x4 Double cab , 4.10 with towing package and everything I needed in the truck. We took a trip down to Capital reef which worked the truck pretty well (35-40 mph headwinds, up to 8,000 foot passes) and the first tank was 7.5 MPG. But wow does this truck tow different than the old truck. Gearing is improved so most of the time I’m in 5th doing 68-70 MPH @ 2,500 RPM. The truck empty weighs 6400 lbs with a full tank of gas (36 gallons compared to 26 on the old truck) and 3,000 lb payload. This means that I’ll have well over 1,000 lb buffer (more like 1,300 + ) while going down the road. MPG coming home driving 70 mph was 9.6 MPG and the truck only has 1,000 miles on it. I think a video may be coming of my setup once I figure out editing. Soon! Take care and stay safe! Bill in Utah

Hey Patrick great job as usual. You know what we have, you just haven't seen our Tab lol. 2019 Tundra SR5 off road with tow package. Best feature of all is the built in brake controller. Stay safe guys and hope to see you both sometime this year. Sorry we missed Friday night.

Love the review, always liked Tacomas. I have had three of them. My trailer is a little bigger, So now I have a Chevy Colorado with a Duramax. Highest towing capacity for midsize trucks. So far so good, Crossing my fingers. By the way, The backseat headrest will fit into some holes in the seat part when have it set up for a storage position.

Thanks for the video, I just bought a Rockwood MiniLite 2104S RV, with an UVW of 4841 lb + 614 lb hitch weight, plus 400 lb extra load give or take, just towed it with my Tacoma 2018 OffRoad and I must say I felt a little bit of struggle during the uphills, my ride was from Gilbert AZ, to Payson AZ area. On flat roads, it tows with no issues.

Love our Tacoma - we tow a Vistabule teardrop. Just to note, the headrests in the rear when you remove (to put the seats down flat) them can be inserted into the holes in the the seat bottom. That way they store out of the way. Love your videos!

Pretty nice truck. I agree with you on going pre-owned, there is just so much savings.

Great informative video

I love this truck. Toyota will last forever. I have had 3 different kinds, and love them. I prefer a standard shift, but they are not very common. Nice review as usual.

Thanks for the thoughtful and comprehensive review! I love the Taco’s but still can’t get comfy in them. I can’t wait for the “update” to see if I can find a more comfy seating position. I’m seriously considering a used Lexus GX460. V8 for power but not sure about that short wheelbase for towing a 3500lb trailer. So many things to consider.

Great review.

Great video. We have a 2019 Ford F-350 SRW to pull our 42’ 2020 Grand Design Solitude 382WB. It pulls it great, has plenty of power and braking. Obviously it’s a big camper so a dully would feel more stable but we haven’t had any stability issues so it’s all good.

hey love your review , love my tacomas !!!

I tow a 4k trailer with my 2nd generation Taco, currently camping in Utah.

Thanks for the great video. I am doing some researches about the 3rd gen Tacoma and a Lance 1575 (similar weight to your TT). Hopefully, I can get it in a few years down the road. Do you need a sway bar and brake control for your travel trailer?

Good video. Id advise taking the transmission out of overdrive when going up any inclines. The upshifting and downshifting is hard on the transmission and if you don't want to push the rpm's so much uphill you can maintain a slower speed without any upshifting back into OD. I've owned many Toyota and never tow with the OD on.

Great vid dude, thanx.

8:21 You can put the head rests into the holes on the seat you raised up. They're made to hold all 3 head rests.

Delaney i appreciate your insight and love how you takes us along. I know today your finally in a real Truck lol; Me I will not tow with a Truck that has less Torque then engine horsepower. Of course this is when i have choice and i'm out shopping for a new tow vehicle. Toyota gives you a tow package and forgets to place an OEM break controller inside the truck. Instead you have to go buy an after market one, makes no sense. Great choice in tires.

13:18, “you don’t have to worry about it making all that noise.” Then he SLAMS the tailgate shut. 😂🤣

I have a 2009 Jeep Liberty towing my 2019 Tab 400. I’m looking for a truck because my Liberty isn’t really liking to tow long distances. Thanks for the insight into the Tacoma! This gives me more to think about as I was looking at Ford and Dodge.

Great video man. I love the Toyota Tacoma. That is my favorite truck of all. I would not see it having any issues pulling your rig. Plus the resale on them are great if you ever do decide to sale it. I think they are rated for around 6000 pounds correct? I miss my truck now. When we settle down again I will be getting me one back. lol I would have one now but you can't flat tow them.

Thanks for the video! Exactly what I was looking for! I currently pull a 2023 T@G XL Boondock with my 2023 Tacoma TRD Pro, and I'm considering an upgrade to a 2024 or 2025 TAB 400 Black Canyon trailer.

I just purchased a 2015 tab 320 love it and I pulled it 3500 miles over the last 5 weeks with a 2008 Toyota RAV V6. Everything went well and the mountains and winds of the plains didn’t pose much problem. I drove it over Teton pass and into Montana over the Lost River pass and back into Wyoming over the Big Horns. I’m new to all this is there anything I should know or watch for, or any maintenance I should request?

Great video. Going to buy a Tacoma to drive to Alaska towing a small travel trailer. I'm going to go with a camper shell probably an A.R.E. You can secure taller items and also put some kayaks on top.

Din't know (and have since confirmed via owner's manual) 5th gear was an option loaded. Thanks for inspiring me!

I love my 2017 Tacoma TRD Sport w/towing package. I also purchased it used since it only had 27000 miles on it. It tows my Tab 400 with no problem and had no problem going up the hills of Vermont where live. I did use the ECT PWR mode which I felt made a difference. I also did not realize they recommend manual shifting when towing. Will have to try that this summer.

Great, detailed video, Patrick. Toyota should pay you for that! We tow our 400 with a Chevy Tahoe and it’s quite a bit harder to see out the back and back into a spot than our F-150 that we had before because the Tahoe is so close to the 400 with not much space between the two. Going from your Forerunner to the Tacoma, do you see any difference in the degree of difficulty backing into a camp spot?

We tow our Tab 400 with a 2019 4 Runner. It works fine and we’ve driven over many a mountain pass from here in Washington state down to Arizona and back. Only downside is the 4 Runner manual recommends a maximum of 60 mph while towing. Which is pretty slow compared to the interstate speed limits in some places. My husband is jonesing for a Tundra!

Thank-you for the great video. I am looking to downsize to a Tacoma from a full size Ford but was concerned about the towing capacity. This is the exact setup I was looking at as I sold my trailer and hoping to get into a TAB 400. Appears to be a great combo.

Hey man there is a spot on the bottom seat cushions when folded up for your head rests. Look for the little holes you can see at 7:44.

Great Video! I was searching for a video about a Tacoma and it's towing capability with a trailer in 4K to 5K area. You covered everything in a great informative way. I do have a couple questions, did you you use the ECT for supposedly extra power while towing and did you stay in manual the entire time or did you use the manual shift feature to move between gears better? All and all fantastic info and great job. Take care and happy travels.

Thank you 🙏

There are hole in seat to put the headrests when folded.

Just took delivery of a 2020 Tab 400, we were planning a long sojourn across the USA next spring, not sure about that as we might have to stay home north of the border for a year or two till the various viral issues sort themselves out. That being said , I enjoyed your review of the Tacoma and note your obvious satisfaction with the Forerunner. I’m going to have to buy a new tow vehicle and wonder if anyone has any experience using a late model Highlander for this purpose? They have the same tow ratings as the Forerunner

Good info for the Tacoma. I would never buy a used one. I was going to buy a 4-Runner because the 4-door Tacoma would not fit into my garage. I could not find a Loaded 4-wheel drive 2-door Tacoma in Texas. I changed my mind and bought a RDX instead because I didn't like the handling and power of the 4-Runner. Nor did I like the old style dash of the 4-Runner.

love the Toyota, we have the Sienna, but would buy the truck hands down!

Hello. love the channel. I was thinking of buying a Tacoma to tow my Tab 320. I test drove a sport and the ride was horrible. How is the ride on the Off Road? Did changing up the tires smooth hings out?

8:08: Hint: Those holes in the seat bottoms are intended to hold the head rests.

I have a 2016 Sienna with that same nav system. Updating the map costs around $300.00! Much better to just buy a large screen Garmin and use it, free map updates all the time. I also have a 2011 Tacoma TRD 4WD, loaded with features.

We have a 2020 T@B 400 BDL that we tow with a manual 2018 Tacoma 4dr, Offroad, short bed and an automatic 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee. We tow with the Jeep as it gets about 30% better fuel economy (13mpg vs. 10mpg) and the engine produces more power in the lower ranges (Toyota's tuning of the 3.5L for economy leaves much to be desired, imho). That said, we do use the Tacoma when we head to Maine and I was considering a suspension upgrade to make the Tacoma a more pleasant tow vehicle. While the Jeep has a self-leveling rear suspension, the Tacoma tends to sag when towing the TAB. I've been considering either the Firestone Ride-Rite airbags or the Roadmaster Active Suspension system to address this issue and wondered if anyone here had experience with either.

Did you recently upgrade to a Tundra? If so, curious as to what the mpg difference was both towing and otherwise. I've found that my tacoma is happy with a bed full of gear or towing our T@B 400 but not both. The TRD Offroad suspension that is nice and soft driving around town just seems to sag a bit too much when towing with a bed full of gear.

I have a Nucamp Tag XL boondock camper and I’ve been looking at the new tacoma to buy cause I have been thinking about going to the full time RV lifestyle and was considering a Tacoma for pulling a bigger travel trailer to live in. But after watching a few videos of the tacos pulling capability of pulling I’m not so sure that’s the route I want to go now. I pull my teardrop with a 2020 Subaru outback and I get better gas mileage pulling my camper as everyone does driving the taco everyday. I get 22 to 22.5 mpg when pulling my camper. I will be honest I have always wanted a new Tacoma truck for 45 plus years but just never bought one or was not in a position to afford one but now that I’m retired I can. But just not sold on them pulling a 20 to 25 foot travel trailer. But if I did I would go with a certified used one instead of a new one. But just hate buying one with somebody else’s miles on it. But you do get a better mileage warranty with a certified one. But here it is the end of 2023 and the prices for a used one is about the same as a new one. But I love my outback as a daily driver but I’ve been without a truck for 12 or 13 years now and that’s the longest I’ve ever been without a truck to drive.

I've heard a lot of conflicting info about whether or not its ok to use S5. Is this the gear you mainly use ?;S4 just seems to rev too high

I have a 2020 tacoma TRD off road and am looking at purchasing a Little guy max which is the same size as the T@b 400. What type of hitch do you use and do you use a weight distribution hitch?

I would suspect you’re at the far end of of what the Tacoma will do pulling the new Lance trailer.

Looks like a good choice. Does it fit in the garage?

Hello Patrick and greetings from Vancouver Island. Just come across your channel and learned so much. We've just purchased a 2018 nucamp 400 and will be towing it with a Toyota Tacoma. Do I need sway bars? If so could you recommend a brand/type please. Thank you.

Delaney, can you give me more specs on towing ratios. I also have a Tacoma, double cab with the tow package. I pull a 2011 Pleasant Valley Teardrop. Problem is, because of the year and the transition from PV to NuCamp no one has any weight ratio numbers. There are no ratings on the trailer tongue or inside the T@B kitchen cupboard. I’ve searched the T@B Forum, called NuCamp several times with my VIN number but no one gets back to me. It seems like the manuals, paperwork and specs have all gotten lost between the 2010-2012 years… Help if you can…

Sad to say, while it's a pleasing (we owned one) and reliable truck, it's unlikely to satisfy you with your new Lance 1985. Your lance will be close to its 5700# GVWR when ready for camping (with very little water) and a tongue weight in the 800# neighborhood. That GVWR is ~90% of the Tacoma's max rating, quite a bit higher than what you'll find most folks recommend. Mind you, in the flat Southeast it will work if the Tacoma's rear axle rating is met. Neighbors had your same truck (TRD and Tow) and, for a trailer of the same size, found it just wasn't up to the job out West. Run your numbers carefully and also check in with the gurus at LOA. We want you two to *enjoy* your new Lance and be safe.

Patrick, does your truck have Apple Car Play or the Android version? If so you can plug your phone in with USB and have Google maps right on the console, along with Spotify, Pod Casts, etc. One thing I like is being able to hit a button on the screen and tell it "Gas Station" and it will show me a list of gas stations along the route, I can touche one and it will add it to the route automatically.

Hello again. We made a down payment on a Tab 400, but with the Covid-19 situation, I don't have to rush on the tow vehicle and remain torn between something that is rated to tow 5000 lb. or go with something that can tow 6000 to 6500 lbs. That said, did you notice a difference between the 4Runner, with its 5000 lb. rating and the Tacoma which I think you said was rated at 6400 lbs., particularly when climbing that nearby mountain? Thanks again.

Very informative real life experience . Three questions 1) Do you tow in D mode or lower 5th gear when towing on the trips? 2) Do you find the standard Tacoma mirrors adequate towing mirrors. 3) What is the width of your camper? Thanks in advance.

Any issues using the stock mirrors?

I have a 2016 Colorado 4x4 Diesel with the towing package. With the truck max. trailer cap. weight of 7,200lbs, I want something that I could use as a daily driver. I tow a 2008 Casita Deluxe that has a total trailer weight of 3,120lbs. With an empty truck I get 32mpg and with towing the Casita I get 22mpg.,that is going from CA to MN and back. Towing the Casita the truck does not even sound like it is working all that hard going up the mountains. I bought the truck to tow my dream rv an Escape 5.ta, fifth wheel. That RV only has a hitch weight of 630lbs. Well below the 1,000lbs that the box of the Colorado can handle. It comes in at 3,810lbs so not much more than our Casita weights in right now.

I’m supprised you don’t have a bunch of stuff behind the rear seats. I got my 12 ton jack, jumping battery and air compressor so I don’t get stranded somewhere. If you are running the 10% ethonol gas I can see that gas milage but you will find running 100% gas it will jump up to 24 to 26 mpg on the highway and 22 around town. If you figure the price difference it is cheaper running the 100% gas. We ended up buying a Skinny Winnie in February and it is now just sitting in the driveway waiting till the whole thing is over and we will be pulling a Rav4 on a dolly. My Tacoma will be left behind during our trips.

I've just purchased 2021 Tacoma but it's not 4wheel drive, can I still tow a trailer low weight? Sorry in advance if this is dumb question lol

What camera are you using?

Got 2020 Taco SR5. Pulling 3200 lbs. trailer with no issue at all.

Hey Patrick, great timing for this video, as just prior to the virus situation I was shopping for a pickup truck to tow my yet to be purchased RV (either a Tab 400, or a Little Guy Max). I had it narrowed down to a Ford F-150 or a Toyota Tacoma. I want to get a 6-cylinder gas vehicle with tow package, and have been leaning towards the Tacoma. I see you bought a 4-wheel drive. Do you feel that it's necessary as opposed to a 2-wheel drive? Based on what I've heard, the 4-wheel drive is more expensive to purchase, as well as maintain, so I would prefer to get the 2-wheel drive, but would love to hear your opinion on the pros and cons of each. Thanks!

I used to live in Montgomery, MI that area looks very much like that NE corner of Stubing county. I-69 near the 80/90 turnpike.

Did you mention the elect button low on the dash. It helps while towing electric shifting for going uphill

There two holes in the seat bottom to store your headrest

Patrick, we have a 2014 Tacoma, crew cab, V-6, 2 WD, and tow a 2018 Tab. We love it. The truck tows the trailer easily and we get 14 to 16 mpg. We did not purchase 4WD, since we do not go off roading. We are in California and travel the western states mostly. More hills and the truck works harder on them, dropping into lower gears as the road gets steeper. I compensate for that by slowing down for the short distance of the steep grade. We hope to meet up with you and Patty somewhere down the road. We’re planning a trip to Montana this summer to see the old family homestead, as long as the virus situation dies out. Take care.

Could you give us the details on your weight distribution and sway system you're using?

I tow my 320css with a 2016 trd sport with no problem.

I would buy a truck from this guy if he was a car salesman. P.S I just watch another video that says when pulling a trailer is best to switch to manual shifting and the transition doesn’t have to be looking for the right gear you selected yourself at the right rpm.

I tow a Jayco Hummingbird 17RB with a 2018 Toyota 4Runner TRD Off Road Here in Washington State with lots of steep hills and passes.

Did not see the trailer brake controller link.

As I mentioned to one of your listeners, I traded my 2017 Tacoma for the Tundra because some Tacoma’s had transmission issues, unfortunately mine did. Great video by the way, you hit all the pros and cons of the truck. Its an awesome truck that one can personalize because of thousands of options out there. Stay safe

Yes it's a good vehicle for small RV.

I thought you were gonna manually shift?

I wonder why Toyota sells The Hilux diesel overseas but not in the USA definitely more power and capacity.

how heavy is your trailer?

Id like one with a manual.

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