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Amazing Aeromodded Toyota

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Mikeyjd, May 29, 2014.

  1. May 29, 2014 at 8:43 AM
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    Mikeyjd

    Mikeyjd [OP] MPG Enthusiast

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    This truck gets 40mpg at 60mph. I wouldn't go this this extreme with my project, but I appreciate the dedication involved with a project of this magnitude.
    [​IMG]
     
  2. May 29, 2014 at 8:46 AM
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    MrGrimm

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    That thing looks as hideous as my truck
     
  3. May 29, 2014 at 8:47 AM
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    Madjik_Man

    Madjik_Man The Rembrandt of Rattle Can

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    Alright, I'm not typically one of "these" guys, in fact this is the first time I'm posting this...

    ...but don't you feel as though this could have been posted in one of the other 3 or 4 "mpg/fuel efficiency" threads you've created or participated in?

    I say that only because:

    1. I think you'll get better response
    2. It's less clutter on the board

    Also, why even have a truck at that point? Why not just buy a hybrid car?
     
  4. May 29, 2014 at 8:52 AM
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    Cr250jumper

    Cr250jumper Señor member

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    Exactly what I was thinking
     
  5. May 29, 2014 at 11:48 AM
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    Yetimetchkangmi

    Yetimetchkangmi Well-Known Member

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    To me, it looks like a backyard turd project or a "college" project.

    There are so many things anti-aero about it, for instance:
    1. Mirrors
    2. Tires
    3. loop at the top of cab
    4. square tail
    5. Bed still attached
    6. Gas vs diesel

    Granted that 40mpg is a decent baseline to start with (not to be a buzzkill).
    If you are going for a federal grant or award, more power to you and your team.

    If I was concerned about MPG, I wouldn't have purchased a truck nor the prior uber super sedan. I am more focused on the "fun factor".
     
  6. May 30, 2014 at 1:42 PM
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    Card1

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    Is that a T100?
     
  7. May 30, 2014 at 2:45 PM
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    presto

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    Nah bro. its a T122
     
  8. May 30, 2014 at 2:58 PM
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    Mr Salty

    Mr Salty "Give up the good to go for the great"

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