UPDATE (Aug 2023): After almost a year of use I broke the front aluminum skid. It does great in most circumstances, but it does have limitations. For a full update how it broke watch this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpDQlpWuhpqoeMk
@wadeduvall7026 Жыл бұрын
You don't need the armor until you need the armor. I'd say the oil pan skid is a must if you're just gonna do one. If you break the oil pan you're all kinds of screwed. It's also one of the most likely areas to get a hit.
@JasonExplainsThings Жыл бұрын
Yeah the stock skid is decent... It's just thin. I was just warning folks in case they didn't plan on or want to do suspension upgrades.
@2AToday Жыл бұрын
Jason you make life better. I’m so happy whenever I see you’ve released a new video!!!
@JasonExplainsThings Жыл бұрын
Well, thank you very much! Glad you enjoy them. Next week's will be a fun.
@Ubbenation Жыл бұрын
Watching the Overland DIY playlist during surgery recovery and so disappointed to have reached the end! Can't wait for Phase 2!
@JasonExplainsThings Жыл бұрын
Nice! Hey feel better and I'm glad I could help pass the time for a while. In case you missed the Mount St. Helens climbing video... that one is also worth your time.
@Ubbenation Жыл бұрын
@@JasonExplainsThings That's a good one! I also climbed St. Helens in October this year. It's quite a workout!
@semperliberi Жыл бұрын
Jason, those look sweeeeet! Great video as usual! I like those seat covers, haven't seen those before.
@JasonExplainsThings Жыл бұрын
Yeah I love them. They're from Covercraft/Carhartt.
@Shodan99 Жыл бұрын
Can’t wait for the suspension video!
@fodera0915 Жыл бұрын
Excited on phase 2
@JasonExplainsThings Жыл бұрын
Me too! I need some time to film and install stuff. Lots of magical parts in the shop.
@Chesapeake_Frontier Жыл бұрын
Your videos are great man! Looking forward to see what's next for the Taco
@JasonExplainsThings Жыл бұрын
Thanks man! I dig your Frontier. I considered one of those as well. Yeah the next batch of Tacoma additions are pretty exciting... now to just find some free time to install them.
@Joes432 Жыл бұрын
I bet you see better gas mileage on the highway with these. A lot of air turbulence comes from no flat surfaces underneath. I wouldn’t know how much you would see, but I’m curious.
@BowTied69 Жыл бұрын
Looking good
@PNW_Bison Жыл бұрын
Having helped a certain guy put these on, I was very impressed with the quality. It's no Boron, but it's great stuff! 😜 #brandwars
@JasonExplainsThings Жыл бұрын
Oh snap!
@aevnate4140 Жыл бұрын
@@JasonExplainsThings 😬
@brettfullmer8914 Жыл бұрын
CBI is from my hometown. Great guys over there.
@MatheusAraujo-zz1vk9 ай бұрын
What are those hood deflectors called. Best I’ve ever seen!
@JasonExplainsThings9 ай бұрын
Here's a link! It's called the AVS Aeroskin. amzn.to/3v8CkSo
@manwithnoname7349 ай бұрын
Thank you for adding in the weight. I think I'll go trd upfront and cbi in the back
@JasonExplainsThings9 ай бұрын
I'd agree completely. See this update video on the front skid: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpDQlpWuhpqoeMk
@manwithnoname7349 ай бұрын
@JasonExplainsThings haha awesome 👌 just gave it a watch/like. Are those the carhartt custom seat covers I see? If so how do you like them and how's the fit? I have the precision fit on my Ram and love them but due to the price I'm considering the customs on my Taco.
@JasonExplainsThings9 ай бұрын
I love them. I’ve linked them in a few videos.
@cbiprinsuinstalls Жыл бұрын
Love that Tacoma!
@fincherelli73 Жыл бұрын
Nice seat covers. Custom made or did you purchase them
@williamgorski3929Ай бұрын
Not all weight is the same, adding weight to your frame is not the same as your roof from a safety perspective in regards to body roll. Aluminum could never support the full weight of your vehicle so using it for anything other than preventing gravel hitting your components is the only “armor” it can provide. There are fewer gimmicks as absurd in the off-road community as aluminum skid plates. If your choosing aluminum over steel the only thing your saving is possibly your driveline and steering components but again adding weight to the bottom of the vehicle probably the safest place to go heavy from a physics and body roll safety standpoint. Infact, aluminum skids are a huge liability as they dent and pock creating sticking points and can leave you high centered and stranded if alone without a winch. You should always go steel as the whole purpose is to create a solid surface that can support the full weight of your vehicle without denting allowing you to “slide” over obstacles. Skids are not the place to try and win the weight war.
@salazarsalazar6598 Жыл бұрын
Hello there great video can you tell me where you got your seat covers or maybe send the link I like them
@JasonExplainsThings Жыл бұрын
Hey there! They’re links in the description of this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3utn5h8dsmLjZY
@salazarsalazar6598 Жыл бұрын
@@JasonExplainsThings thank you very much, new follower.
@icer22x Жыл бұрын
What bug deflector do you have on the front of your truck?