We all took copious notes, reviewed spec sheets, and found some pretty cool new offerings from a variety of manufacturers.
To start with, these are the items we covered on the Toyota Cruisers & Trucks website during the show:
Toyota Press Conference and 4WDTO "Overland" Tacoma
Since Toyota doesn't have any new platforms to show off this year, they partnered with our friends over at the traditional 4WD Toyota Owner Magazine to show off an Overland style Tacoma build.
Patriot Campers launched a new trailer into the North American Market, and perhaps more importantly, showed off their amazing 70 Series Land Cruiser Builds. So gorgeous!
New products from Go Rhino, Warrior Products, and Supreme Suspensions built specifically for several Toyota platforms.
While some of these items are not the most exciting you'll see, it's great to know that our chose adventure platforms will have great aftermarket support for years to come.
For the remainder of the 'show', we took notes on some of the most interesting new items:
The Warn HUB Receiver & App (http://tctmag.us/warnwireless) won a Best Off Road/4WD Product Award from SEMA, and we couldn't agree more. This device takes wireless winch control to the next level, by allowing you to use your phone to control your Warn winch via bluetooth, from up to 100' away. The system is IP68 waterproof certified, and supports both iOS and Android devices.
ARB Fridge Power Pack
The innovators over at ARB have developed a way to make your fridge/freezer even more useful, it can now run when away from the vehicle! The Fridge Power Pack features a 15Ah lithium battery packaged in a compact housing and includes rubberized magnets ,so it can be attached to the side of various ARB fridge/freezers.
The Fridge Power Pack is easy to use; once attached to the side of your fridge just plug it into the fridge’s 12V DC power inlet, press a button to turn it on and your fridge will run for up to 18 hours (depending on unit and outside temperatures).
Baxter Performance has been creating spin-on and remote oil filter mounts for years, and their new options for Toyota engines are spot-on.
Starting in December 2020, the 501 series adapters come in both Remote and Spin on versions. These universal adapters fit Toyota and Lexus engines from 2.0l up to 5.7l (with an available extension) and will make changing your oil much more efficient, while retaining more oil post-filtration for better oil supply and pressure at startup.
Electronic lockers from Eaton are now available for nearly every Toyota application you could ask for. The ELocker internal gears are net-forged, which provides strength
and durability for all of your off-highway adventures. Now available front & rear for Land Cruiser, FJ Cruiser, 4Runner, Tacoma, and First Gen Tundra Front & Rear, as well as rear lockers for 2nd gen Tundra.
The TVS265 Supercharger from Harrop fits Tundra and LC 200/LX570 5.7L engines and is 40% larger than the original TRD supercharger. It uses an Eaton rotating group with custom designed hardware to provide up to 478hp / 463 ft-lbs (+160hp / +88 ft-lbs over stock) in Stage 1 @ 6.5 psi configuration, or 513hp / 514ft-lbs (+207hp / +136 ft-lbs over stock) in Stage 2 @ 8.5 psi configuration. Additional engine upgrades can produce over 1000hp for racing applications.
We've always been fans of low & hidden storage, and this year BuiltRight has the Tacoma taken care of with their Bedside Rack. The 4 Piece kit for 2005-Current Tacoma works with all MOLLE/PALS accessories in addition to universal slots for all kinds of storage possibilities. Each piece is laser cut and CNC punched, and black powder coated for lasting durability. All installation hardware is provided as well.
When you're ready to take your Taco to the extreme and fully enjoy the outdoors, the new Trail Doors from FabFours is just the ticket. These doors are specifically built for 3rd Gen Tacomas and are made from 12 gauge US steel for maximum durability. FabFours finishes each set with a 2 stage matte black powdercoat, and the front doors even include a cup holder.
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