Transforming a 2022 Toyota Tacoma TRD 4x4: Suspension, Exhaust, Wheels & More!

Tacoma TRD 4x4 Build Overview

• 🚀 The video documents a complete transformation of a 2022 Toyota Tacoma TRD 4x4, replacing an old Ford Ranger.
• 🛠️ Key upgrades include new suspension, a Magnaflow exhaust system, a larger wheel and tire package, and a comprehensive lighting system.
• 🤝 Special thanks are given to sponsors Magnaflow and Camburg for their contributions to the build.

Suspension and Control Arm Upgrades

• 💡 Fox 2.5 performance Elite shocks are installed, offering adjustable DSC compression for enhanced off-road capability and on-road comfort.
• ⚙️ Camburg's Upper Control Arms (UCAs) are fitted to address limitations caused by lifting the truck and adding larger wheels, improving alignment and caster.
• ⚠️ A modification was required to accommodate a long bolt hitting the frame, involving cutting the bolt and installing it from the opposite side.
• 🔧 An aftermarket Fox bump stop replacement kit was installed, requiring cutting and grinding the factory location and utilizing a Lincoln Electric welder for the job.

Exterior and Lighting Enhancements

• 💥 A Red Rock TCX heavy-duty front bumper with higher clearance and an improved look was installed, followed by a Red Rock Baja grill to complete the front end.
• 🚨 The rear of the truck received new Raxiom axial tail lights, a third brake light, and a 6-in tailgate light bar with integrated signals and brake lights.
• 🌟 A 15-inch KC Gravity Titan LED light bar with eight lights and Flex Era 4 ditch lights were added to significantly enhance visibility.

Exhaust and Wheel/Tire Package

• 💨 The stock exhaust was replaced with a Magnaflow Street Series Cat-back performance exhaust system, featuring 3-inch mandrel-bent piping and a polished 4-inch tip for a deep, powerful tone and dyno-proven performance.
• 🔊 The new Magnaflow exhaust delivers a satisfying deep tone with no noticeable drone or rasp, significantly improving the truck's sound.
• 🛞 A new wheel and tire package was installed, featuring KMC GRS wheels with a simulated beadlock look and a split-spoke design, paired with Falken Wild Peak AT4W all-terrain tires (33-inch size).

Performance and Off-Road Testing

• 🛣️ After an alignment, the Tacoma drives smoothly on the road, with the suspension feeling like a normal truck without being bouncy.
• ⛰️ The truck handles rough terrain and bumps exceptionally well, providing a smooth ride even over uneven surfaces and rocks.
• 💨 The vehicle's off-road capabilities were tested, demonstrating its ability to navigate challenging terrain with ease, enhanced by the new suspension and tire setup.
• ✨ The upgraded lighting system, including the KC light bar and ditch lights, was tested, showcasing its powerful illumination in both amber and white modes.