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Why a pickup truck?

Discussion in 'General Automotive' started by Hotdog, Jun 3, 2008.

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Why did you decide on a truck?

  1. Looks

    60 vote(s)
    8.0%

  2. Ride height

    37 vote(s)
    4.9%

  3. Offroad ability

    133 vote(s)
    17.6%

  4. Need to haul stuff in bed

    377 vote(s)
    50.0%

  5. Towing capacity

    27 vote(s)
    3.6%

  6. Other - State in the comments

    93 vote(s)
    12.3%

  7. I'm too fat for a car.

    27 vote(s)
    3.6%
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  1. Jun 8, 2008 at 10:44 AM
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    ChrisDeSoup

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    ChrisDeSoup Come on, Touch it......

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    I always wanted a Truck but I also wanted cars, I just figured i could rent a truck if I need one....after my accident I finaly just said screw it and got my taco! The double cab fits kids, gas mileage aint bad, and it looks good.

    LMAO.....too fat for a car....
     
    ChrisDeSoup, Jun 8, 2008
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  2. Jun 8, 2008 at 2:29 PM
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    lawnrevenge

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    lawnrevenge Well-Known Member

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    That reminds me of a Simpsons episode
    [​IMG]
     
    lawnrevenge, Jun 8, 2008
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  3. Jun 8, 2008 at 2:39 PM
    #43
    Ridgerunner

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    Ridgerunner Well-Known Member

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    [​IMG]not MY cup-o-tea:D
     
    Ridgerunner, Jun 8, 2008
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  4. Jun 8, 2008 at 2:43 PM
    #44
    chris4x4

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    chris4x4 With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine. Moderator

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    I work in construction, site development/engineering. I need something that can go off road daily, tow my boat, haul fertalizer in the bed, carry tools, etc. I havent found a car that can do that. And if I take my wifes car to work, it better be just for a meeting. :D
     
    chris4x4, Jun 8, 2008
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  5. Jun 8, 2008 at 2:44 PM
    #45
    chris4x4

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    chris4x4 With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine. Moderator

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    That looks just like one of my buddies! :eek:
     
    chris4x4, Jun 8, 2008
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  6. Nov 12, 2008 at 6:29 AM
    #46
    spaghettiedy

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    spaghettiedy Well-Known Member

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    I put other because I really wanted to put "All of the above".
     
    spaghettiedy, Nov 12, 2008
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  7. Nov 12, 2008 at 6:39 AM
    #47
    Dark Knight

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    Dark Knight Well-Known Member

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    A few bolts are different.
    all the above works for me too, but mainly I'm just a truck guy, period. I have owned 4 vehicles, 3 of which have been trucks. 94 Ranger, 98 Ranger, 98 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 05 Tacoma. When I got the Jeep i was happy with it for a week and then pissed because it wasnt a truck. My DC LB does everything you could need to do with a vehicle, It would take alot for me not to drive a Tacoma after owning this one.
     
    Dark Knight, Nov 12, 2008
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  8. Nov 12, 2008 at 6:45 AM
    #48
    brianr

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    brianr go shit in your hat

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    BUILT, not bought...
    Durability.
     
    brianr, Nov 12, 2008
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  9. Nov 12, 2008 at 6:56 AM
    #49
    MT_mudflaps

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    MT_mudflaps Just playin' on the runways

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    like wise
     
    MT_mudflaps, Nov 12, 2008
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  10. Nov 12, 2008 at 8:16 AM
    #50
    spaghettiedy

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    spaghettiedy Well-Known Member

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    Here's another option: "I'm just a truck guy/gal"
     
    spaghettiedy, Nov 12, 2008
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  11. Nov 12, 2008 at 8:21 AM
    #51
    -TRDMAN-

    #51
    -TRDMAN- ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ

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    Were i am from guys drive trucks!! Lol
     
    -TRDMAN-, Nov 12, 2008
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  12. Nov 12, 2008 at 10:34 AM
    #52
    Justin626

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    Toytec 3" w/ AAL, N-Fab Nerf Bars, Lightforce 170mm Strikers, N-Fab Light Bar, Metra Ipod Adapter, Scosche Auto Start
    I was so tired of having to borrow trucks from my friends and relatives to haul shit. That is the reason I switched to a truck.

    But......I specifically went for the Tacoma mainly for looks and power (faster then the frontier with 30 less horses). Not to mention reliability of Toyotas and it's not a freakin' behemoth of a truck.:D
     
    Justin626, Nov 12, 2008
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  13. Nov 12, 2008 at 10:45 AM
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    MyToyTaco

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    MyToyTaco ╒╪╕

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    I got mine for Looks, Offroad ability, hauling, AND towing :thumbsup:
     
    MyToyTaco, Nov 12, 2008
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  14. Nov 12, 2008 at 11:35 AM
    #54
    thebigk

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    thebigk 6 Double 5 3 2 1

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    A combination of reasons...
    I love to go bird hunting.....a car won't take the roads I need to travel
    I need to haul stuff once in a while
    I need to tow ATV's & my jet ski

    AND BECAUSE I'M A GUY & REAL MEN DRIVE TRUCKS! :devil:
     
    thebigk, Nov 12, 2008
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  15. Nov 12, 2008 at 12:51 PM
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    beastlytaco

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    well i got a truck for several reasons.
    i haul some crap in the bed sometimes. not enough to get a full size truck
    i like the height. i can see over the road very well.
    the safety is superb
    i dont tow because i only have the reg cab 4 cyl 4x2. but i could probly handle a small bass boat or something.
     
    beastlytaco, Nov 12, 2008
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  16. Nov 12, 2008 at 2:47 PM
    #56
    InaKoma08

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    InaKoma08 INAKOMA08

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    I had two cars before I got my Tacoma. The first was a 2000 Civic Si, and after that I got a 2006 Subaru WRX (check out my pics). The civic was kinda old and I wanted something newer so I got the Subaru. After dumping way too much money into it my 2nd gear broke. It was fixed under warranty, but shortly after that something else weird happened with the tranny ( kept getting stuck in reverse ) but come to find out it was the tech's fault for not replacing/putting back a small ball and spring in the back of the transmission. I didnt want to fool with it anymore or be stranded again. So i decided it was time to grow up anyways and get out of the Tuner scene. It only got me into trouble anyways. I'm still addicted to modifying though. Sorry for the life story :D
     
    InaKoma08, Nov 12, 2008
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  17. Nov 14, 2008 at 2:32 PM
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    medic2230

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    medic2230 @Koditten Pirate Radio member #002

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    All of the above except the too fat for a car part.

    Besides anything except a truck is a bitch mobile.

    Murph
     
    medic2230, Nov 14, 2008
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  18. Nov 14, 2008 at 3:11 PM
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    Radelix

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    Radelix Runs with Scissors

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    Well lets see
    hauling
    towing
    only 2 seats so I dont have to drive evryone
    Good suspension for driving the shitty roads
    I like trucks

    Why Toyota?

    one of the few companies where I can get all the nice shit in the cab and still have a stick. the big 3 have lost my business due to that alone
     
    Radelix, Nov 14, 2008
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  19. Dec 18, 2008 at 8:35 AM
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    Bearskill

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    I was sick of trying to fit a keg in the trunk of my car.:D
     
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  20. Dec 18, 2008 at 8:56 AM
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    PatHLC128

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    PatHLC128 College.

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    not gonna lie...i bought it mostly for the looks. however its nice to have the bed when you need it. ride height was important too, i dont think i can ever go back to a car.
     
    PatHLC128, Dec 18, 2008
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