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Cali Raised's 4th Gen Tacoma: Complete Rig Breakdown
The 2024+ Toyota Tacoma is the most capable base truck Toyota has built in a generation, and Cali Raised LED built one from scratch to prove it. This is the complete breakdown of our 4th gen Tacoma build: every part installed, the reason each one was chosen, and how it all functions together as a finished rig ready for the trail or the highway. If you own a 2024 Tacoma...
Roof Rack Mounting: Proper Gear Mounting And What You Need To Know
Proper roof rack gear mounting starts with understanding your weight limit and keeping the heaviest items centered low on the rack. This guide covers everything from static weight ratings to rooftop tent mounting, so your gear stays secure from the trailhead to camp. What Weight Can a Toyota Roof Rack Hold? Most aftermarket roof racks for the Tacoma, 4Runner, and Tundra carry a dynamic weight rating of 150-165 lbs while...
The Adjustable Wind Fairing: Breaking Down Cali Raised's Most Innovative Design
A wind fairing cuts the drag created by your roof rack and mounted gear, reducing wind noise and recovering lost fuel economy on daily-driven trucks. Cali Raised LED designed an adjustable wind fairing to solve what fixed-angle fairings cannot: a universal-fit solution that lets you set the deflection angle based on your rack height, gear load, and driving style. What Does a Wind Fairing Do? When air hits the leading...
Roof Rack Lighting: The Best Lighting To Add To Your Roof Rack
The best lighting for your roof rack depends on how you drive: a 42-inch LED light bar delivers maximum flood coverage for trail driving, while pod lights and ditch lights add focused side illumination for technical terrain. This guide breaks down every option, how to mount it cleanly on your Toyota, and which products work best for the Tacoma, 4Runner, and Tundra. What Types of Roof Rack Lighting Are There?...