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5 Modifications Every Tacoma Owner Should Make

The Toyota Tacoma has dominated the US midsize truck market for over a decade, but that doesn't mean it is perfect.

Jason Prott by Jason Prott
October 15, 2019 - Updated on August 20, 2021
in Brands, Guide, Tacoma, Toyota
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These modifications are what every owner should consider when starting the journey towards pickup perfection. Every change might not make sense for your build, but use this as a guide to start personalizing your truck.

Emblems/Badges

One of the easiest ways to add some character to your Tacoma is by changing up the factory badging. You can choose from OEM black badge kits or aftermarket options.

Our favorite choice is both affordable and easy to install.Β Toyota Blackout Overlays restyle your truck while protecting your factory emblems. They come in black but are also paintable, making them perfect for themed builds like ourΒ bronze Tundra.

QuickKap Tacoma Matte Black

Blackout overlaysΒ are perfectly molded to lay on top of your factory emblems. They are a perfect DIY project and are half the cost of most OEM full emblem replacement solutions.

Pro Tip: Toyota added their Pre-Collision System sensors to the 2020 Tacoma. This may limit your front emblem choices

Leveling Kit

Get rid of that nose-down look of your stock Tacoma with this simple modification.

AΒ leveling kitΒ raises the front end of your truck to be level with the rear. It removes the factory rake built into the Tacoma and gives you a custom stance.

2020 Tacoma TRD

You’ll also gain the ability to increase your tire size a few notches. If you have a specific tire size you’re trying to accommodate contact us to find out if a leveling kit is right for you.

Pro Tip: For significantly larger tires you’ll need a suspension lift kit.

All-Terrain Tires

Unless you picked up the TRD Pro, the stock tires on your Tacoma are pretty underwhelming. Sure they’ll get you where you need to go, but they won’t do much else.

Our go-to upgrade is the Nitto Ridge Grappler tire. It’s a fan favorite that we use on many of our wheel packages, includingΒ this oneΒ for the Tacoma.

TRD Tacoma with Nitto Ridge Grappler Tires

The tire has a deep tread pattern that provides excellent off-road performance. They also have a different sidewall pattern on each side of the tire, allowing you to choose the design you like best.

Tire upgrades aren’t reserved for just the off road enthusiast either. All terrain tires give your truck that custom appearance you’re looking for even if you never leave the pavement.

Pro Tip: Many dealerships and restylers offer takeoff credit for your factory wheels and tires. It’s an easy way to recoup some cash instead of reselling them yourself.

Window Tint

The privacy glass of your rear window is much darker than the other windows. Toyota (and every other automaker) does this to abide by the strictest state regulations.

If you want privacy and protection from the sun on all your windows you need to have themΒ tinted. We use 5%, 20%, and 35% tint films depending on the window and customer. The lower the number, the darker it is.

2019 Tacoma With Window Tint

We always recommend aΒ professional installationΒ for this modification. A poor quality job will bubble and discolor over time. Make sure your window tint installer has a good warranty to protect your investment.

Pro Tip: Whatever you choose, make sure you’re aware of the laws in your area.

Truck Bed Cover

Adding a tonneau cover that allows for full-bed access is a game-changer for every truck owner.

Our favorite bed cover is theΒ Ultra Flex Tonneau CoverΒ by UnderCover. It gives you the security of a hard locking cover with the flexibility of a soft roll-up cover.

TRD Tacoma With Ultra Flex Tonneau Cover

The multiple riding positions of the Ultra Flex allow you to drive with partial or full bed access. When fully closed you have complete weather protection for your cargo.

Pro Tip: It cannot be opened unless your tailgate is down, so the locking tailgate on the Tacoma makes this cover secure without needing an extra key.


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Jason is the Marketing Manager at VIP Auto Accessories in St. Louis, MO. He is passionate about personalizing his car and home, and spent the last 8+ years entrenched in the auto industry. He has a Cybertruck reservation and is starting to get nervous.

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