Beating Stock Tacoma's with my 3rd Gen Tacoma Truck Camper - Sibi Built Tune

THE TUNE IS ONLY AVAILABLE IN PERSON, IN SANTA ANA, CA. If you live in any other state, you can not get this tune without driving here
If you are wanting to be tuned, hit up Jason or Dimitri: @sibi.built and @trdpro_pugz
I got my truck OVTuned months ago, and have put roughly 20,000 miles on the truck since then. The OVTune 2.0 was cool, but it still felt slow. Really slow. Jason told me he was working on a custom map months ago and perfecting it, and I have been looking forward to try it ever since. This custom "Sibi Tune" is awesome and a noticeable difference from the regular OVTune 2.0. I am very, very pleased.
The stock tune on the Tacoma is garbage. It really is. Do yourself a favor and get tuned to increase MPG, drivability, shifting points, transmission hesitation, and the overall terrible driving characteristics of the third generation Tacoma.
Thanks for watching, hope you enjoyed.

[@socalexpeditions]

Hello - The tune is ONLY available IN-PERSON in Santa Ana, California! Also, masks are stupid.

[@tittysprinkles6518]

What about Michigan do you have any recommendations

[@dans6887]

How much?

[@PHILLIPS8822]

Well that sucks I'm in NJ no way can I drive to CA.

[@jonnytacooutdoors]

Masks are stupid 🤣🙏🏼

[@ajthekid1256]

man he needs to make a sibi tune for us 2nd gen tacomas. imagine your old taco with a sibi tune.

[@damiendegrasse]

After renting a taco for 2k miles, mostly on mountain roads, I was shocked how bad the transmission was, good to know it can be sorted out.

[@nickharp7726]

Anybody else notice all the lights on his dash when he drag raced lmao

[@socalexpeditions]

That would be all traction control stuff being turned off, lmao.

[@tonydouangphachanh5343]

Fuck yea I’m getting my done forsure

[@IZE83L]

Lol one year ago 😅 I was like who is still wearing face diapers

[@robertomorenohernandez1859]

How much is this tune?

[@FalconMe]

Will this tune help with manual transmissions as well? is it premium fuel only?

[@socalexpeditions]

Yes it will help, and no. They offer both 87 and 91. There is a noticeable gain with 91, but since you have a manual I think the 87 paired with being able to choose your rpm will be sufficient! Plus...gas savings

[@culbertguevarra5741]

Do you do walk ins or do I need to make an appointment?

[@socalexpeditions]

You have to make an appointment with Sibi Built

[@davidpowell8344]

So how do I get the sibi tune?

[@epicone2449]

Does mpg get better? By how much. I get anywhere from 14 to 18

[@socalexpeditions]

I went from 9.7 in headwind at 65mph to 15.1 in headwind at 70mph. In city I went from 12.1 to 14.8. Mind you the numbers I'm using for comparison is from when I had OVTune 2.0, which also yields better MPG than stock.

[@Syraiah13]

So with this tune, would it pass smog?

[@socalexpeditions]

Yes

[@guadalupemireles9757]

Would any of this tunes void any warranty

[@socalexpeditions]

What tunes? (;

[@guadalupemireles9757]

The ov tune

[@JonnyBuzzkill]

3:56 LOL

[@socalexpeditions]

Looks like TJ right? Hahahah

[@spinphoto]

Toyota should do a better job so the truck doesn't suck off the lot. I bailed on my 3rd gen Tacoma 6MT after 3 years.

[@AiJJC]

Why did you bail on the manual, what were your reasons?

[@spinphoto]

​@@AiJJC Full disclosure, I don't off road enough to make the Tacoma's trail capability a consideration on any level. I move stuff and carry stuff and hit dirt roads every now and then. It's a long story. TL;DR; In the end, I bought the wrong truck. I bought the tacoma for the manual transmission which turned out to be disappointing, for the Toyota reliability but within four months of the 3 year warranty ending, the air conditioning sprung a leak and the blind spot/RCTA monitor failed. I hadn't hit the milage warranty yet, I hit 3 years first. Those things shouldn't have failed for a long time. Maybe I'm wrong. First, I guess you need to know why I bought a brand new manual transmission Toyota Tacoma in 2017. In 19 years of vehicle ownership, I had never owned an automatic, I LOVED shifting my own gears from the first day I bought a used 1991 Isuzu Rodeo. But, at the time I had a 2004 Honda Element manual transmission, I used it like a truck, it was an incredible vehicle, versatile, fun to drive, huge cargo space - it'll handle snow and light trails because it was FWD with RWD assist - kind of like AWD, but not really. It had a little 4 banger under the hood that put out something like 165hp. It wasn't a rocket ship, but whenever I asked it to do stuff, it gave me all it could give. It was a responsive engine, but won no races haha. I would buy another one in a heartbeat - but they're all 10 years old or more, production ended in 2011. Unfortunately our Canadian climate had taken its toll on the Element. It had 139,000 miles on the odometer (224km) the frame was getting close to failing, and some maintenance was coming up that made it hard to justify repairs. So, I started shopping for my very first new vehicle. A van would probably make the most sense, but none of them are MT. Next best thing, I guess, was a pickup. The Toyota Tacoma was still available with the MT in 2017. (a base Colorado/Canyon or a Nissan Frontier, too - but the Frontier was very dated having been the same platform for YEARS). I test drove the Tacoma AT and tried to like it - but, at the time, the automatic would slam gear when downshifting to a stop (fixed in a software update, I understand). I asked the dealer to find me an MT. It took six weeks to get an MT on the lot from another province. My Element continued to fall apart. I test drove the Tacoma when it arrived - for like an hour or so. It was so new and quiet - I pulled the trigger - if I don't like it, the resale value will hopefully mitigate my losses. Within the first year, I found the truck is too small - I need to cover the bed - my tools/bikes won't fit under a tonneau cover, so, I ordered a Leer 100XR cap to cover the bed. That helped a lot - and now I wish I had the Access cab 6 foot bed instead of the double cab 5 foot bed. The 5 foot bed is limiting, and the cab height cap wasn't ideal. My bikes barely fit - but they fit, so that's good. Anyway - that's how I ended up in the truck, so I'll just bullet point my biggest disappointments on a $40,000 truck that I think are design decisions by Toyota. Some of these things are just technology and that's just how it is... modern MTs are just not like old MTs, some is emissions related, some is fuel economy related. 1) The 3.5L engine makes power at 3500rpm and pathetic torque below that, so shifting my own gears was just a poor driving experience. Kind of suggests the engine was made for an automatic. 2) The gas pedal is programmed to feel like a wet sponge, it is terribly unresponsive. I tried a pedal adapter, a Sprint Booster in my case, it's a bit of gimmick in that mashing the pedal to the floor does the same thing. On race setting 9 it moved full throttle to the first inch or two of pedal travel. 3) Inconsistent throttle response for downshifting - sometimes the pedal needs to go to the floor, sometimes it doesn't - seems to be speed & time dependant - the throttle responds differently if I hit the gas a second after the clutch than if i hit the gas 10s after the clutch. (what?!). Exaggerated with the sprint booster 4) Reverse is geared way too high considering the lack of torque at low rpm. This has to result in excessive clutch wear when backing up steep grades or maneuvering a trailer. 5) The drivetrain is noisy - rattles and whines, a lot. 6) RPM Hang - modern MTs suffer from RPM hang because of emissions, some good YT videos out there on it. That's just how it is now :( ok, ok, I know - it's a truck, not a race car. I'm not supposed to consider speed *or* fuel economy. Here's the thing - trucks are supposed to carry things, pull things and push things, how does a truck "truck" when there's very little low end torque? The 2017 Tacoma wasn't good at these things, it was small, and felt underpowered, and it's not like a small underpowered truck was like this because it was getting great fuel economy, either! It was lethargic, small, and not great on gas. In November 2020, after 22 years of nothing but Manual Transmissions, I traded for a used 2018 Ford F150 Lariat, V8 Supercrew with a 6.5 foot bed, and yes, 10 speed automatic. Everything fits, when I ask it to do something, it springs to life.

[@terrynichol577]

@@spinphoto this is a very informative response. Thank you I've had the same kind of thought process myself. I have a 20/20 Tacoma TRD sport, manual transmission. I do like the manual transmission, but the response time is ridiculous. I like you said it's not a race car, I know this, but I still feel I expect a lot more out of this expensive truck. And then when you ask other people they're like oh, just go OV tune it, just re-gear it? I shouldn't have to do this type of thing coming off the lot! I already pay a lot of money to get this thing in my driveway, but yeah got to shove cash into it just for it to drive half-assed. And guys will say well didn't you test drive the truck beforehand, yes of course. I guess I just drink the Toyota Kool-Aid LOL. I know they're reliable trucks, but that's all really it has going in (theory) there are other trucks out there with probably just as good reliability plus more power haha. Actually I know there is. I have also driven the automatic third gen Tacoma, nothing was pathetic as well, it started to learn my driving habits after a little bit. But we're still underpowered and geared ridiculous. Maybe their new generation you'll be completely different who knows. I might hop into a 4Runner, or a Ford Raptor I don't know LOL

[@spinphoto]

@@terrynichol577 I think Toyota can do better, but they don't need to because owners go and fix the lethargic factory performance by dumping software tunes and gears into the truck. I don't get why it's so popular - maybe because it was the only kid on the block for a while. I definitely wasn't willing to dump money into the truck in case after all the work, it still didn't do what I think it should do. Best of luck finding a better truck. Speaking on performance only - the 18 F150 V8 has been a great performer in comparison. I can't speak for reliability yet. My Tacoma was a much better looking truck - my Ford looks like an old man truck haha

[@terrynichol577]

@@spinphoto haha yeah, I don't like the look of most words. The Ford Raptor, and if the Ford Ranger Raptor came to Canada I would definitely give that a test drive. I definitely won't go to a Chevy ZR2, those look like pieces of shit 🤷‍♂️ but I don't know, maybe I'll just stick it out with the Tacoma LOL. Choices decisions

[@heavilymeditated2263]

What is the increase in HP & Torque with the "Sibi Tune" vs stock vs other tunes? Is it posted somewhere? I would like to see proof. I'm a facts guy not a he said she said. Thank you in advance

[@socalexpeditions]

Beats me, if you want to pay for a dyno session for me to find out let me know. About a hundred of us will tell you its faster by butt dynos and driving one after another. My 0-60 dropped .82 seconds though.

[@heavilymeditated2263]

@@socalexpeditions: thank you kindly. i figured since I'm an inquiring customer I'd ask before buying so that i can have solid numbers to go by. But I'm sure people can go by feel. Perhaps folks can look for an FAQ page to these types of questions...Thank you again

[@marzbound]

I'm definitely curious about the OVtune but, I've been running with a pedal commander for years. How would you say they compare?

[@socalexpeditions]

Completely different thing. I had a pedal commander with my 2nd gen and all it did is make 30% throttle be 10% throttle. The OVTune changes all shift points, transmissions problems, hesitation, lack of power, etc.

[@lalovaca6979]

How much to ovtune?

[@bangabruhh8291]

Why are you wearing masks

[@socalexpeditions]

Did it for liberal snowflakes who would be offended if there weren't masks. Hopefully that gives you a better idea where this channel stands

[@dogtaggers2312]

Why the fuck are y’all wearing masks outside? 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@socalexpeditions]

Read my responses in the comments to masks lol #FJB

[@jasun6859]

Tacoma are shit got tune a Tacoma they are crap buy a ZR2 Colorado

[@epicone2449]

The lil Tacoma pulling up at 7:40. Is like wtf going on here

[@tech1302]

I would like to see a 0-60 or quarter mile with a stock size tire and stock rear gear. Also how much and can he send the file over email to someone who already had the ov tuning stuff.

[@franki5068]

Had my 2018 Taco tuned this week. My only regret is I didn't do this earlier! So much better driving experience now!

[@piche090391]

Is it only for 3rd gen tacos? How much did it cost ya?

[@j1mbOZ31]

Sick! I’m sold, Going to get mine tuned this weekend!

[@Meximelt5150]

How much ?

[@txiong2546]

You have a fb page or how can i contact you for a tune? Thanks!

[@vinnyvidivici]

Video turned out great, dude! It was cool meeting you guys - that’s me you raced. 😂🤘🏼

[@socalexpeditions]

Tons of fun! You'll whoop me next time haha!

[@muskbeard3924]

Is there a east coast tuning company that can do this, anybody know? I live in Virginia

[@pog4life89]

For real. Need it

[@BrettL250]

I have to assume since you guys are actually wearing masks outside you must be in California. How do we get this done in Florida?

[@socalexpeditions]

Unfortunately yes, I'm in California (and can't wait to leave). You can't get this specific tune in Florida, but check TacomaWorld to find out if there are any tuners near you!

[@BrettL250]

@@socalexpeditions well good luck in your move. I don’t blame you. And thank you for responding. Sounds like you guys do some really cool stuff.

[@kellyfernandez1807]

Hey, I have a 2021 tacoma and was wondering what this does to reliability, repair costs, ect?

[@dakotakirby5673]

How is the CB tune vs KDMaxx?

[@tacopapii]

How much is the SIBI tune? can you get it removed if you need to for a lease?

[@hans-jurgenwiegand7465]

Another example of why on road driving is more dangerous than off-road driving. Please don’t involve any innocent bystanders!

[@socalexpeditions]

We barely hit 50mph calm down

[@6191904life]

Dope when I heard speed limit removed and seeing the results I really might hit them up to get this done.

[@tacodrewww]

Definitely one of the better videos of OVTune I’ve seen 🛻💨

[@socalexpeditions]

Thanks for watching brother

[@nick_3771]

And, I agree that masks are stupid.

[@Pe6rce]

If you have a cold air intake & exhaust does that change anything with the tune or are they able to work with it?

[@socalexpeditions]

They can work with it!

[@hardenxx1335]

Just got my 21 manual tuned 3 weeks ago. Talk about a major difference

[@philandrews6300]

Where can I buy the custom "Sibi Tune" ?? I am from Ontario, Canada

[@twoody5259]

what this guy said

[@socalexpeditions]

@@twoody5259 Have to come down to California for it. Its a custom tune only they sell

[@norkisserrano]

Does this mean you don’t need to regear after slapping some 35’s on your Taco?

[@socalexpeditions]

I would definitely regear in the long run, but I would tell someone they could run 35s with just the tune and no additional weight on the truck and be happy.

[@rx8dude907]

I'd say 33s at the max with c loaded tires.

[@cpt_sweettooth]

How do I get this going for myself if I live in Oregon

[@phariswheel87]

Are you on the 3rd gen Tacoma page on fb?

[@steviehernandez158]

Awesome information n love the results ... it's been a while it was asked, but is Sibi available for 2nd Generation Tacos . Have a 2008 trd off road . Thank you for looking into this matter. Ready n in So. Ca 😎

[@jasun6859]

Remove your gay mask

[@drumtum81]

Lookin to get my 2012 tuned soon (likely HP tuner). Will I get better mpg?

[@rx8dude907]

You are red lining the fuck out of that truck. How is this good for your engine?

[@BB-zc4gq]

I love smoking Tacos that dont have the OV tune. I always wonder what they are thinking, or wondering what I have under the hood. Best mod you can do is get it tuned hands down.

[@madomad5864]

SIBI is killing it!

[@arnoldhernandezz]

dude what no way, that so ironic you pop up on my recommended. I literally saw you yesterday, on red hill and Edinger av, I was in that white Tacoma off road.

[@socalexpeditions]

Haha I was waving at you bro! I saw you looking.

[@julestrdprodjimavicpro2869]

that's cool might have too ad to the Mod List!

[@HowManyEggs93]

How much does this cost?

[@jason7231]

Gorgeous truck and build.

[@socalexpeditions]

Thank you so much

[@eltrebol8820]

I’ll gap all y’all in my stock 4.0 2nd gen

[@socalexpeditions]

I dont think so cause I smoked my buddies by a bus length haha

[@eltrebol8820]

Bet you $500 lmk I work at 4 wheel parts in Santana

[@jordanyang3066]

Just got that sibi tune today. Jason and Dimitri are fucking genius. Worth every penny, ECT mode is now fun mode for burnouts.

[@TheBigBoss117]

How much did it cost you?

[@TONYTIGER2121]

It’s funny how people ask the cost an nobody ever I mean ever answers lol weird stuff

[@salvadorpalomares4341]

Anyone with a manual transmission on the Sibi tune and the price I would appreciate

[@adamcraven2002]

Looking for anyone in the low countries of South Carolina

[@jerrysponagle3881]

I'm in Nova Scotia Canada. How do I get this done?

[@CrazyGreek80]

Im in Irvine wheres this shop located in Santa Ana?

[@jgoofy8722]

What a great video. I wonder if they ever come up to Seattle to crank some tunes. I'm sure they'd get a ton more business.

[@yt-ll5mu]

what kind of similar options are there for the 2nd gen? power commander?

[@socalexpeditions]

I believe OVTune is working on something for the 2nd gens right now. Regearing is the biggest help for the 2nd gens.

[@nick_3771]

Nice! Is this available for the 2nd gen?

[@jasun6859]

Don't tune it warning it will destroy your transmission

[@JuanManuel-fm9jt]

CVC TUNE VS KDMAX TUNE

[@57NUPE]

Is the OV Tune just for Gen 3??? I have a 2008 Tacoma?? Thanks!!

[@joeysalas5541]

Do you guys also tune the 2nd gen 2.7?

[@alecsimmons1120]

2021 taco trd pro. do i have to drive back in to get it returned back to the stock tune before getting smogged? im in sad diego btw. thanks!

[@socalexpeditions]

No you dont they can't pick up the tune with smog.

[@theeCoryLee]

Its like 2 turtles racing LOL

[@socalexpeditions]

Yup, with one of them having a whole extra shell strapped to it. Horribly slow trucks.

[@theeCoryLee]

@@socalexpeditions Oh yeah I can only imagine the weight on there. But there trucks not race cars. Rather have torque anyday in a truck :)

[@jonnyutah.308]

Do these tunes affect the emissions of the truck if you’re in California ?

[@socalexpeditions]

No they are undetectable

[@NiftyShifty1]

Young guys, wearing masks, outside. That’s embarrassing.

[@socalexpeditions]

For the liberals

[@jogulaps5448]

Is this comiefornia legal?

[@ParkerThwips]

I have a 2021 TRD Off-Road and know nothing about tuning. I just want to get rid of the throttle lag, gear confusion, and gain some hp. Can I get a tune and still do regular gas? Or does getting a tune require it to drink the more expensive stuff?

[@Seufert8]

Don’t know if you got it figured out but I would look into KDmax tune too if your pain focus is better mpg

[@Seufert8]

Main

[@NanceLvr]

How much is it to get it done?? 🤭

[@JoseRamirez-cs7yz]

Where is this guy located

[@marcrobinson1230]

Any other way to get in touch with Sibi Built? I'm in Texas, so a 5 day trip there and back is no problem. Does this tune affect any of the factory warranty?

[@socalexpeditions]

Tune is unreadable by the dealerships. You can message Jason Sibi on Instagram: @sibi.built or by phone: [phone]

[@reyperez3424]

There are a few authorized tuners in Texas but you’ll have to check the Tacoma forums for more information.

[@justingilbert9991]

Would the o.v tune work for the 2.7L 3rd gens?

[@edgaroso1403]

That is NOT Mexico lmao

[@MrBetoybrenda]

Hi how does it affect mpg ? Less or more after tune?

[@socalexpeditions]

More, but results are not guaranteed

[@G.crickon]

How’s the tune holding up ? I just bought a 2022 Tacoma pro and it really needs more power . I’m in socal . Just wondering how your tacos been after a year on this tune .

[@socalexpeditions]

I sold the Tacoma a while ago, but Jason (co-owner of Sibi Built) has been running the tunes on his truck, as well as hundreds of others for many many miles. I recommend it, plus a regear.

[@marcr1333]

Just got my pro tuned Saturday. BIG difference.

[@socalexpeditions]

@@marcr1333 Glad to hear! Yes, big difference!

[@SabibabyS]

throttle response means you have weak legs or are very short lol!

[@socalexpeditions]

It’s much different than that

[@OutdoorsWonder]

how can i get sibi tune im in Minnesota minneapolis?

[@hectichive889]

I was so excited to see this but immediately heartbroken when I saw it’s only available in CA. ;( How does this compare to the ISB tune provided by toyota? I know it’s not exactly a tune but it’s supposed to fix many of the transmission issues. I’m also hoping to get the KDMax tune afterwards tho

[@socalexpeditions]

The TSB? Night and day, the two don't even compare. The TSB just help fix some of the transmission issues, but the truck still drives like a dog after. The KDMax tune is significantly better than nothing (and the TSB). You'll be very happy with it since it's available remotely.

[@robob221]

Get the OTT tune. Best on the market.

[@rob1504]

Just got a new Tacoma Pro 'Lunar Rock' I will definitely be needing this tune! I'm in San Diego's what's your address, and price?

[@Eltortilllero2]

It’s sibi built in Santa Ana

[@justice4all32]

@@Eltortilllero2 PRICE??????

[@47coast]

How long does work for?

[@kensporalsky3784]

😂 what are you going to beat, a dodge pulling a 5th wheel trailer.

[@socalexpeditions]

No, but it did beat a dodge 2500 cummins pulling a side by side 😂😂

[@josephlunn6]

Does anyone know about how the OVtune/VFtune affects the longevity of the trucks?

[@socalexpeditions]

28k miles later and I'm doing great. I know some people with 75k+ on their trucks that have had ovtune.

[@jaimesiu9581]

I own a TRD OR long bed i have instslled a Pedal Commander on it. Is pretty much stock except for a few add ons. If I do the Sibi tune do I need to remove the ped a l commander. 🤔

[@socalexpeditions]

You won't need the pedal commander

[@jaimesiu9581]

@@socalexpeditions how do I make an appt. How long us the process

[@socalexpeditions]

@@jaimesiu9581 Contact Sibi Bilt directly at 714) 390-3399 - the process is about 15 minutes or so. Don't quote me directly on the time, but ask Jason when you get on the phone with him. They will take care of you!

[@jaimesiu9581]

@@socalexpeditions thank you

[@crashsoome]

How does this affect factory warranty

[@oscarflores1723]

Business address of shop ? I'm in corona ca so definitely want to stop by.

[@socalexpeditions]

Please contact Sibi Built to make an appointment. You can find their info on google!

[@oscarflores1723]

@@socalexpeditions thanks

[@eliasvelasco1173]

How did the tune cost

[@pog4life89]

Why the hell do I live on the east coast.

[@socalexpeditions]

Well don't come to California, it's filled with idiots lol

[@Izzysyota]

wish i could get this tune in FL

[@kenmcdougal97]

Need to see a dyno test

[@dan32196]

What size lift do you have on your truck?

[@socalexpeditions]

2.5” at most

[@dudeski934]

Is there someone in Minnesota that does this tune

[@reecec8490]

George Floyd

[@hayatojohnson3440]

Did you go with the 91 octane or 87?

[@socalexpeditions]

I had the 91, then switched to the 87 when Biden got voted in and gas got expensive. There is a slight difference between the two and the 91 does feel better and yield a bit better MPG.

[@hayatojohnson3440]

@@socalexpeditions I appreciate the tip! I might go with the 91 when I go in May, but we shall see how the gas prices are then. Sleepy Joe needs to go! Lol

[@jayboshotya9480]

How do i get this if I’m in south florida ? 👌

[@socalexpeditions]

Go on TacomaWorld and find a local tuner near you!

[@chadowen289]

Where can I get this done in North Texas???

[@socalexpeditions]

This tune is not available in Texas, but you can use Tacoma World to find a tuner near you!

[@johnnycramer5841]

I got rid of my 2017 Tacoma per it drove like a dog!! Driving a older 4runner now with the 4.0.

[@socalexpeditions]

The tune is a gamechanger. I contemplated getting rid of mine too. My truck is still slow because of all the weight. We are doing 0-60’s in the drags.

[@johnnycramer5841]

@@socalexpeditions I'll buy another Toyota when they replace that motor. You must hit fossil creek and Verde hot springs outside of camp verde! Timmy C Arizona

[@socalexpeditions]

@@johnnycramer5841 Sounds good brother! I miss my 4.0L!

[@ham7357]

Nice masks 😂🤦‍♂️

[@socalexpeditions]

Don't get me started lol. Did it for the liberals who would get offended.

[@andrewtorres54]

Does this void warranty?

[@socalexpeditions]

No

[@sialee7499]

Will it pass smog?

[@socalexpeditions]

Yes.