Toyota Tacoma - Absolutely Must Have Mod Before Upgrading to Bigger Tires - Gear Install - Reaction

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On this video, we install 5.29” Nitro Gears on our 2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road. After having added all the weight and 315x75x16 Mateo’s reaction to our trucks re-gear is something you won’t want to miss.
Disclaimer: This is not an install video. The purpose of this video was to show you the process of installing gears on a Toyota Tacoma.
If you are interested in learning more about re-gearing your truck, you're going to want to watch this video
Please note: If you plan to get bigger tires you must re-gear the truck.
Here are some of the gear options for your Toyota Tacoma:
2016+ TACOMA WITH 8" REAR, AUTOMATIC W/OUT E-LOCKER NITRO GEAR PACKAGE, SELECT RATIO - bit.ly/2UqFVD9
2016+ TOYOTA TACOMA 8.75" NITRO GEAR PACKAGE, SELECT RATIO - bit.ly/2Uucdgt
2005-2015 TOYOTA TACOMA W/OUT E-LOCKER NITRO GEAR PACKAGE, SELECT RATIO - bit.ly/2VfuRNW
05-15 TACOMA, WITH E-LOCKER NITRO GEAR PACKAGE, SELECT RATIO - bit.ly/2vdtu3n
If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us: [e-mail]

[@timtim7046]

The way he does the job looks like Gordon Ramsay cooking His Dinner!

[@rebelreloading5265]

Tim Tim loollll 😆

[@PepeDeezNutz]

That risotto is raw you Donkey!

[@franklugo6928]

slaps 2 gears on either side of someone's head and asks, "what are you?"

[@mr.k9935]

Does it as good as Jenna Jameson in her prime.

[@alabastardmasterson]

He doesn't seem to be yelling insults at people

[@Gazziza29]

This is a guy you want re-gearing your truck. He's a true professional and looks/sounds like he's done thousands of them.

[@dakillaisme21]

I was just thinking this. I’d travel to him just for him to regear my truck.

[@aznboyzzz]

toyota dealer need to train all of their mechanics like this guy.

[@cahsahhhhhhhn]

last toyota dealership service center I went to they couldn't even find my engine's starter.

[@yotabrain5412]

Maybe the lube tech....

[@kentwood2914]

toyota needs to learn how to make things the way the mod visionaries make things and the trucks would be so insane...but then all these guys wouldn't have a profession

[@Justbase]

and then charge you three or four times as much....

[@ivanhernandez8070]

Back when I was first buying my Taco I originally went to a Toyota dealership in VA Beach. I had basically closed on a 2019 Off Road when they told me the rack and pinion was cracked. They offered to fix it and said it would be ready by that Tuesday. Tuesday rolls around and they tell me it’s gonna be Friday now. Friday turns into Monday. I walked away from the deal and found a 2018 Off Road in pristine condition the next day at a Chevy Dealership.

[@davidbroadbent1878]

Love watching a professional work who knows his shit, this guy could work on my truck anytime!

[@rogerg0834]

that is what I was thinking...sick ass skills.

[@mikeross5627]

This mechanic legit makes my heart warm. There are so many shady mechanics out there who would cut corners and lie to you about their experience. This guy is the wizard of drivetrain 🎩

[@BlockheadMoto]

Maaaan, he makes it look so easy. You can tell he’s done this once or twice, haha. Great vid guys! 🤘🏼

[@jonathanpassaro228]

Dude is a real pro

[@Delmarksman]

Mark of a true professional, a clean work bench with only the tools out that he's currently using and puts them away, in their proper place, as soon as he's done with them!

[@m.r.baldwin4002]

Jared Cisco crushing it @ NitroGear. That guy needs a raise...

[@RagingBad]

He needs his own shop

[@RagingBad]

He needs his own shop

[@andrewkingjr.6356]

disclaimer: "do not try this sh--t in your garage" ... just hire this dude, "liked" and "subscribed"

[@1tdillon]

Don't understand the dislikes. For those of us that have been around this game for decades, and have plenty of technical aptitude ourselves, this guy is the real deal...straight up professional and a master of his craft. Instead of criticizing sh*t, we in the community should be celebrating such great work and professionalism. There are so many out there that do crap work, it is great to see this level of expertise. Don't know the dudes at Nitro and never heard of them, but well done!!

[@angelvasquez7866]

I wanted to skip till the end but damn I couldn't stop watching

[@randomgooglename]

same haha

[@jimmysun3112]

Holy skilled hands. There needs to be a country-wide list of guys in different states able to do this quality of work, because you’re not gonna find them at the dealership.

[@TheNewps]

This is the best gear install video I have ever seen. The editing was well done but the mechanic was a damn surgeon. That was very entertaining to watch.

[@allkite]

I have no idea what I just watched, but it was one of the most satisfying youtube experiences I've ever had :)

[@troyc5994]

I like this guys work ethics... takes the extra steps to grease the bearing and lock tight. I do that at work but most managers don’t care for it since it takes time.. they want quantity not quality

[@joalvarez6252]

Facts! Most shops dont wanna reimburse you for buying loc tite! Wtf right! They wanna use some no name generic lock hard or some goop.

[@Bdiddy714]

If i ever seen poetry in an auto shop, this is it

[@Mmoose74]

17 minutes and 31 seconds of my life I'll never get back, and I'm good with that!

[@rickm4295]

This dude is a 'GEAR HEAD' for sure. Total confidence in every little tap of the hammer. Amazing to watch. Wish he was working on mine dang it

[@mango4064]

Jared Cisco is a MASTER JEDI. Impressive flow of workmanship. God Bless You!

[@tacomabeast]

Truly a master!

[@VCR1117]

The guy changing the gears is a true professional. His skills are dead on you can see his confidence handling those diffs

[@TearDropTravels]

It’s amazing how professionals can make this look so easy. I too would make the drive from Portland to have this shop do my gear change. Great video, thanks for highlighting this shop.

[@stevenmccombs1373]

We can caravan haha, first maxxpowell, now taco beast

[@thecatinthehata3910]

Buyer Beware. You're asking for crap parts and zero customer service when you get involved with nitro. They suck.

[@moreofjosem5363]

Portland Oregon?

[@keithrichards8695]

Yep the guy is a real pro , just got my 2021 Tacoma re-geared with 4.88 , the truck feels amazing. Drove from Vancouver, WA to Cashmere, WA about 5hrs , stayed over night and got the truck back , broke the gears in and tge truck feels awesome. I usually don't let anyone work on my Toy but with that guy in charge , anytime. Thanks again guys

[@tacomabeast]

That’s amazing to hear!

[@alexmendoza7360]

What’s the place called?

[@Matt_on_life]

1st time Tacoma owner here, I grew up in Cashmere, Wa. I always used bikes to get around in the hills there, but it’s really cool to see the local folks getting recognition 😁

[@johnz.2907]

I have a new found appreciation for the level of technical precision, elbow grease and flat out hard work that goes into "I want my truck lifted". Lol.

[@tacomabeast]

It’s really a hell of a science 😂

[@IrishWariorKing]

I Dunno how much these guys charge for this but, the mechanic doing the actual gear change really knows what hes doin yeeh!!

[@tommyhairyeah7726]

3800

[@bryanr.3241]

@@tommyhairyeah7726 $3,800 ? Let's do it now. As long as this guy does it. I'd take the trip anywhere for this guy to do it.

[@tommyhairyeah7726]

@@bryanr.3241 there outside of sacramento

[@bryanr.3241]

@@tommyhairyeah7726 that was alot of snow for outside of Sacramento. Was this in the mountains ? I'm clear on the other side of the country outside of Philly.

[@chrisginoc]

@@bryanr.3241 Washington state.

[@crawdad7305]

Recently went with 4.88's with a manual... wish I would've done it straight off the lot! No comparison! Also OV Tuned for about 45,000 miles now, 67 total... It runs so sweet that it's unrecognizable from what I bought! 👍👍👍👍👍

[@alaqsamyousef5174]

Having more mechanics like him will definitely makes the world a better place

[@brokenwrench404]

It’s all about experience

[@deegan727]

MPG, drivability, and low end response improves for off-roading and just pulling away from a stop sign. One big advantage people often do overlook is that also remove ALOT of strain on a transmission that costs more than gears.

[@AwesomeKhmer]

Absolutely love it whenever I see a torque wrench!!! He even torqued the tires like you’re suppose to.

[@phillipscoville226]

This mechanic is a pro! Dude makes his work look flawless. Excellent video!

[@active0525]

Omg that man is a master of his craft. Had every tool for the job didn’t even miss a beat. That shop is blessed to have that man

[@LmNoP5551]

I couldnt stop watching that guy work damn

[@skelitalmisfit12]

Im happy to see a torque wrench being used. That is so awesome

[@jjackman2032]

This guy is an artist, a true professional!

[@northstar7501]

This guy was probably ex Toyota mechanic and now makes a lot more money working in this shop. I can tell this guy is a total pro. Hopefully during my regear i get someone like this guy.

[@ronlivien]

I don’t even own a Tacoma and I’m mesmerized by this vid. Great work all around! 🙌

[@Justbase]

love how modern man is amazed by the wonders of a regear.

[@scottlandb6579]

Used to be the other way around (mechanic amazed by technology) amazed or aggravated one or the other.

[@pierre-lucdore120]

Damn thats impressive, that guy know what he does 😯

[@singletrackftw]

One of the most satisfying videos you could ever watch. Just beautiful.

[@haikudragon1002]

The Hitman of Trucks!! He Bald, A Pro, Makes it look e z, and not overconfident or cocky, just simply amazing A+++

[@Matz0123456789]

That's how a true mechanic should look like working on anything. Looks like he's done that hundreds if not thousands of times

[@patricklannan8716]

I wish I had the experience to feel the pinion bearing preload like that. Practice makes perfect. Very good skill to have being able to rebuild a solid axle properly.

[@george2pak]

This technician knows what he is doing. I wish there were guys like him.

[@nicb7628]

Honestly a great video. Probably one of the most interesting mod/install videos I've seen in a long time.

[@jublejones9983]

PERFECT..! This is the vid I was waiting for. Great job on the edit and video work. - I’m hoping to drive up from Portland with the family early this summer to get the Nitro experience. This guy knows how to efficiently do the best work. Legit work - thanks TacomaBeast for the heads up...

[@mikebee515]

Good to see Aaron Lewis finally found his calling.

[@raptor0768]

Man do I love watching that guy work!

[@robertcerda92]

As a mechanical technician for industrial equipment, that man knows his shit. I would hire him on my crew any day.

[@NitroGear]

Great Video TCMBST!!!

[@socialex]

What is the cost on a job like this?

[@thecastle8718]

I’m in Los Angeles where can I find someone like this guy to regear my truck?? Awesome video!

[@michaellangeloh3734]

dudes a straight beast, good luck finding a competence level that high without a homie referral...

[@atlasgrim7791]

This is the type of guy who buys the hardest models...and completes them 😆 Pro

[@throwednoe]

Much props to that nitro gears tech. He's a bad dude. 🔥

[@jmaclicious10]

dude this guy is so fascinating to watch... I wish this guy was in canada close to me :( I dont even have a Tacoma yet... but when i do buy one i may consider to drive it to them for regears!

[@HNLSFO1-808]

I wish this guy was in Hawaii. He was spot on and knows his shit. Damn solid🤙🤙🤙

[@bigoneish]

Hes not the only mechanic who knows how to work on diffs. You guys swear.

[@JesseRizo]

I need to get this done 😬!!!, I don’t have as much weight on mine but it’s starting to add up, Love the editing and film coverage it just keeps getting better and better and better lol!!!, Great video my good friend 👍

[@JesseRizo]

Not gna lie id trust this guy with mine lol he made the install go so smooth

[@BrettL250]

That mechanic was freaking amazing. Well done.

[@tacomabeast]

he is truly a master at his craft! 🙌

[@hemin8r]

I kept thinking I was watching Diners, Drive-ins and Dives. The way he was explaining each step, definitely a great vid and now it got me thinking of getting my Taco re-geard.

[@tacomabeast]

Thanks bro🙌

[@baerricketts8085]

“I’m happy with that”

[@RunRav4]

I have no idea exactly how he did that but that was artwork

[@AREYdaABBOT]

Amazing and professional! Could watch that guy work all day!

[@miamitreasurehunter]

That mechanic is a God. I am awestruck at his skills. Thanks for posting this freaking amazing video.

[@scottlandb6579]

I was quoted $3000 some odd dollars for a 5.29 regear. Just throwing that out there for those wondering costs. If you gotta a quote for less feel free to share.

[@DomingoGaona]

Thanks.. Was the quote from a shop in Cali?

[@fattypack808]

Max powell went through this guy to do his re gear

[@escalade78]

That tech is definitely the ring and pinion Master! He made that look way too easy......poetry in motion! Glad you posted this. It is exactly what I was looking for. Really want to get Nitro Gears in my 2019 TRD Pro. Now have to research local companies that will install them & offer to warranty their work. Wish I was close to the shop in this video & have them masterfully installed by the Nitro tech! Safe Travels!

[@triedandtrue1820]

Always regeared toyotas back in the late 80's early 90's with 35s on 15x10s , back then did the work yourself! No one was regearing professionally in the north. At least if you broke something you could fix it. Changed 6 diffs, never want to change another :) , great video!

[@mperalta13]

Wow. This is just like watching a knee or hip replacement! You guys are pretty much surgeons.

[@solowtex]

This is what “Like a Boss” means

[@illdoitmyselfgarage1134]

Mesmerizing! Great to see someone to know what he’s doing

[@9ADPANS]

If I needed gears changed .......this dude looks like the one I'd have do it! Awesome!

[@traillimooverland7885]

Wait, no rtv or gasket between the axle housing and 3rd member?

[@cristhianfernandez8802]

He makes this look crazy easy. Will the computer fuel mileage tracker adjust for the new gears or does it even mater.

[@antonioprado8068]

@@tacomabeast what was the cost for this setup?

[@AsphaltCowboyUSA]

This technician is an artist

[@Grey86]

I like the quality of this guys work.

[@PepeDeezNutz]

Damn that road noise!

[@dannylg5707]

Agreed. That shit drove me nuts on my Jeep. I'm in a Tacoma now and debating on tires. Too aggressive and the noise wears you down driving, especially on any road trips.

[@RobDaman]

I wonder how 5.29s be on my 6MT 🤔

[@rulerofall2320]

I hate working on cars! Always did! Never took a mechanic class in school. I love souping up my trucks tho but i pay people to do it. This guy is a master at what he does. Every lil detail was on point. Makes me want to learn.

[@frankferret1038]

Jared is an artist not just a hack mechanic nice work.

[@SAPPER510]

Damn..the Nitro technician has mad skills. How long did it take him to get your truck back on the road?

[@wesleehein28]

BOMBS judging by the edits I’d say 2 1/2 hours from pulling truck in to pulling truck out.

[@jessesanchez3197]

This shop is 1/2 mile from my house🤔. Gonna have to make an appointment to get my truck some new gears.

[@ItzzTesta]

Jesse Sanchez sounds like the advertisement worked! Sheep

[@ianjensen302]

Jesse Sanchez where is this shop?

[@dominiquestephenson195]

U a lucky SOB!

[@georgetony1000]

Where is shop located

[@rantional8180]

@@georgetony1000 cashmere,wa

[@tadzayatz2750]

Mr Cisco is amazing to watch. Makes bench work look like and art form.

[@DUNEATV]

Mechanic is a full blown savage!

[@tortillawingtv2175]

I’m going to these people to re hear my Tacoma even if they are 1500 miles away

[@Alex-eg9yd]

You may want to reconsider the Nitro gears. Their warranty is only good for 2 years. Mine broke right after the two year warranty, both the front and the rears. I went G2 the next time around, they have a 10 year warranty!!

[@pabst86]

I went YUKON 4.88 with a Trutrac Rear, stoked!

[@mr_unsane]

This dude is a true pro and KNOWS what he is talking about!

[@tacomabeast]

Exactly 🙌

[@AXNJXN1]

This dude knows his craft... Impressed.

[@gustavocaro6618]

2014 FJ Cruiser with 33s and heavy bumpers would 4.56 work? For FJs 4.88 seems weak...Your recommendations?

[@werdevo6]

Years ago, I used to own a complete stock 1990 Toyota 4Runner, V-6, 4 speed automatic, 32” tires. This series of 4runners came factory with 4.88 gear ratios. The manual ones came with 4.56’s

[@rbyronson2426]

What was your mpg before and after the gear upgrade?

[@michaeljohnson4158]

This guys is a beast! So good at his job. Nice work brotha!

[@nicoleboyd4955]

This dude is amazing at what he does. 👏🏻

[@thereddstormproject1954]

What are the costs to do this and do you have a link for a 2013 tundra?

[@scottlandb6579]

I know this response is way after the fact. But I was quoted 3000 some odd dollars on a 5.29 regear.

[@thepnwtest2124]

Yes I want to Get this but everyone has beat me to it! Lol I have contacted Nitro 8months ago to get a quote which is 2k for them to do it! I would not have it any other way! Good call @TacomaBeast

[@flashback5391]

Does that price include material and labor together??

[@devrinmg]

Wow this dude makes it look easy! Fantastic work💪🏻

[@zo6joe979]

That tech knows his stuff very professional thanks for the video.

[@jameshuggins4300]

Definitely not his first day on the job!

[@mikeschoolcraft21]

Over 3 grand to regear, I let go of the brake and mine rolls. If the gas mileage is not going to save 3 grand why bother.

[@chrisginoc]

It's expensive. Definitely something to think over. Its not a Prinsu rack, tires or wheels. This is one of if not the most expesive mods on a Tacoma except for a supercharger on a 2nd gen. Is it overpriced? Who knows. Havent called around.

[@Gazziza29]

It's not about saving mpg, it's about driveability. With all that weight he's carrying his truck with search for gears like crazy on the highway and even moreso going up hill. Saving some MPG is a side benefit.

[@mcse-nv2ou]

OV tune is cheaper.

[@chrisginoc]

@@mcse-nv2ou Does OV Tune really work? I've read mixed reviews.

[@8917bee]

@@chrisginoc I got ovtune on my trunk and It's okay. Right now I'm running 1.05 Gear lock octane 87. 6th gear is still completely unless especially going uphill. High speed still feels like stock but I do gotta say it does hold 5th gear a little longer where before it would automatically downshift to 4th gear. But while holding on to 5th gear you're gonna lose speed on a small hill and throttle respond sucks at high speed I would really have to gas it to get it moving and when it does move rpm will jump to almost 5500. Cruse control feel the same. Under 60mph is great! I did tried 91 octane on a full tank and it does feels alot better but gas was too expensive so I switched back. I'm plan on regearing someday to see the difference

[@rudycornelius5119]

The real truck gearing GURU right there.

[@allanwagner4570]

the mechanic thats doing this job is outstanding he really knows his job and makes it look effortless this man should be a training tech for toyota or open a differential tech school FINE JOB YOUNG MAN

[@zx750rman]

Great video editing but.... TURN THE BACKGROUND MUSIC DOWN.

[@RealeaD]

Incredible professionalism.

[@CamCommandatore]

Wow, that was a pleasure to watch!

[@adriandiaz6780]

You can tell they’re professionals on what they do!