The 1990s are considered to be a peak time for performance cars coming out of Japan. Every manufacturer had at least one sports car – Mitsubishi had their 3000GT and Eclipse, Mazda with their RX-7, Toyota…
4th Gen 4Runner vs. 2nd Gen Tacoma: My 3-Year Comparison
The Toyota 4runner and Tacoma are two of the most popular 4×4 vehicles of all time. They’ve earned this reputation by offering versatile capability along with legendary reliability. While I believe most of us Toyota enthusiasts…
Why You Shouldn’t Wash Your Car With Dish Soap: The Truth!
We’ve all been there before. You’ve been waiting all week to do a thorough detail on your sweet ride. Saturday morning has finally arrived and you start getting your supplies ready and your pressure washer all…
The Best Method To Fix A Wheel Bearing On A 4th Gen 4Runner
Let’s face it, wheel bearings are one of those things that nobody wants to deal with. Not only is it annoying, but it’s a very serious problem to have. On top of that, it can be…
How Capable Are 2WD 4Runners? Everything You Need To Know
The 4×4 Toyota 4Runner is world-renowned for its exceptional capabilities both on and off the road. However, what if you’re in the market for a 4Runner and questioning if you should buy a 2WD? What if…
Water Spots on Car Paint: Cause, Correction, and Prevention
While the automotive detailing craft comes with a portfolio of challenges and frustrations, perhaps none are as common and frustrating as water spots. They so easily appear on our vehicles and those of our clients. Why…
Pros and Cons of Running 285 Tires on Your 4runner or Tacoma
If you’ve been contemplating an upgrade to beefy 285 tires on your Tacoma or 4runner, you’re certainly not alone. This is a really popular tire size among Toyota truck fans but the advantages don’t come without…
A Guide to Upgrading Your 4th Gen 4runner Headlight Bulbs
If you’re thinking of upgrading your 4th Gen 4runner’s headlight bulbs, you’ve probably already noticed that there are a ton of options to choose from out there. In this guide, I’ll break down the various ways…
Best 3rd Gen Tacoma Engine: Comparing the 2.7 I4 and 3.5 V6
Toyota offers dozens of different ways to configure a third generation Tacoma. There are different bed lengths, cab sizes, transmission choices, and trim packages. Truly enough to make your head spin! The most defining feature, though,…
Ceramic Coating Before and After: What You Should Expect
With the amount of marketing we’re being bombarded with in the auto detailing space it can be hard to tell if what we’re being shown is real or just sleazy companies trying to make a quick…