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Shell on the tacoma???

Discussion in 'Tonneau Covers, Caps and Shells' started by Jreaka13, Jan 25, 2010.

  1. Jan 25, 2010 at 4:19 PM
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    Jreaka13

    Jreaka13 [OP] COLORADO!!!

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    Everything that i have done so starting first with the shell, westin sportsman front grill,PIAA fog lights, westin rear light guards, dee-zee side steps, Nice upgradred rims and tires, dvd player,12 inch sub, Halo headlights, K&n Cold air intake, bed mat......
    So i bought a shell for my 07 taco dble cab long bed... And my lady thinks it looks retarded!! In my opinion i think it looks good.. i can carry stuff back there when its snowing... not only that i am able to put stuff in the back and not worry about someone walking along and just taking something out of it. I am keeping it regardless i just wanted to know other opinions on how you guys think they look??

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  2. Jan 25, 2010 at 4:23 PM
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    smallcandle

    smallcandle The clown has no penis...

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    I like em! Put her back there with the shell on for a 100 miles and 100 without and see which she prefers.:thumbsup:
     
  3. Jan 25, 2010 at 4:28 PM
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    TroutBum

    TroutBum Well-Known Member

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    Looks good to me!

    Mike
     
  4. Jan 25, 2010 at 4:31 PM
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    SACTOWN

    SACTOWN ???????????????????????

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  5. Jan 25, 2010 at 4:35 PM
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    Buzzoff

    Buzzoff Don't go ninja'in nobody don't need ninja'in

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    Does your truck look BETTER without it??? IMO YES!!! Does it look BAD with it? IMO NO!!! It does come in extremely handy though.
     
  6. Jan 25, 2010 at 4:35 PM
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    moto932

    moto932 What's the matter, Colonel Sandurz? CHICKEN?

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  7. Jan 25, 2010 at 4:43 PM
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    IndigoTaco

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    ^^just look in his gallery. I am not a fan of the double cab long bed to begin with, looks just too long for a midsize truck.....but that being said, I think it looks good. Function over looks.
     
  8. Jan 25, 2010 at 4:49 PM
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    focotacoma

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    Im getting there......
    colorado budy i like it.... i have one to on my speedway blue....yet mine is a leer 180 mid rise and it looks really good.....maybe look into one of a different shape.....? yours kinda has this weird slow curve goin on..... idk


    better idea go camping with your lady see if she likes it then....:D iukwim
     
  9. Jan 25, 2010 at 4:50 PM
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    str8away

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    It makes the most sense, I hate when people use the bed of my truck as a garbage can!
     
  10. Jan 25, 2010 at 7:06 PM
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    gfiber

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    I have a Century Cap on my 2009 short bed Tacoma. First cap on a pick up I have had. I like it, keeps things nice and dry, could camp in there if needed to.


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  11. Jan 25, 2010 at 7:22 PM
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    LEX

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    Looks great. Get a Truckbedz mattress and take her camping.
     
  12. Jan 25, 2010 at 7:24 PM
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    NWtacoma

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    im not a fan of caps
     
  13. Jan 25, 2010 at 7:26 PM
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    AverageJoe

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    Personally, I think it makes the truck look longer, and I'm not a huge fan of long trucks. But it's your decision, whatever makes you happy bro ;)
     
  14. Jan 25, 2010 at 7:28 PM
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    deer slayer 11

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    Looks good. :thumbsup: Women :der:
     
  15. Jan 25, 2010 at 7:29 PM
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    TRICOMA

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    If I had the money I would get a cap for my truck. Would keep the pup dry on wet days and cool on hot days and warm on cold days. Plus I can keep stuff back there without someone easily taking it.

    Looks good!!!
     
  16. Jan 25, 2010 at 7:30 PM
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    Dane-Taco

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    Looks good to me!
     
  17. Jan 25, 2010 at 8:49 PM
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    brettb

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    I was just looking at fabric tops. I only have found one and it was close to $700. Are they seriously that much, for just a fabric top and a frame? Anyone know of one thats a lot less expensive?
     
  18. Jan 25, 2010 at 10:20 PM
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    AFTaco

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    Shells are sexy. Heres some pics of mine with a Snugtop Sport when I drove from Tn to Alaska.
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  19. Jan 26, 2010 at 9:05 AM
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    bucksnort06

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    My girl said I look like an exterminator with my cap.. She said it used to look badass but not so much anymore.. With that said, Screw her!! I love my cap and its is very very handy for when I need to keep my fishing and hunnting gear safe and dry.. Best money I've spent so far on my truck.. I think it looks good too.. Your truck looks sweet man also.. Good Call!!
     
  20. Jan 26, 2010 at 9:22 AM
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    saltwater taco

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    I think they look sweet, and I can't wait to get one.
     

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