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Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by protaxidermist, Jun 13, 2017.

  1. Jun 13, 2017 at 7:58 PM
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    BlakeM

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    Werd. There's no better feeling than grasping that big black shaft and working it back and forth while cruising down the street. Oh my.
    Wait wut...
     
  2. Jun 13, 2017 at 7:59 PM
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    Wife has a gas turbo vw bettle that thing will fly but if the turbo breaks it will cost a unreal amount to fix one.
     
  3. Jun 13, 2017 at 8:00 PM
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    I think having a turbo diesel Tacoma would be titties. Alright? I do. But it's not worth it man. Somehow diesel became super trendy, and its bleeding over into tacomas and I too would enjoy a smug moment of "my Tacoma is a diesel" but when you consider what you're actually gonna get it's just not worth the diesel hassle or extra component that is just dying to spin apart under your hood.
     
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  4. Jun 13, 2017 at 8:02 PM
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    He was talking about Tacoma's. I had already bought this when he told me this but I don't mean no disrespect to dealers but the have the tendency to lie.
     
  5. Jun 13, 2017 at 8:03 PM
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    BUCKLE UP! It makes it harder for Aliens to pull you out of your Truck.
    I hear the Ridgeline is nifty but you have to wear matching shoes
     
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    Tell me about it. I had a 3rd gen RX7 that had the turbos replaced 3 times. It was the biggest piece of shit I've ever owned and one of my most favorite I've ever owned.
     
  7. Jun 13, 2017 at 8:03 PM
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    Spot on sir!
     
  8. Jun 13, 2017 at 8:04 PM
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    It's so good bro. I grab on and say "you there! You stay in 3rd UNTIL I GIVE THE COMMAND"
     
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  9. Jun 13, 2017 at 8:07 PM
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    My auto trans is very smooth but I miss a manual so bad. But like you say I want it to change gears when I want it to.
     
  10. Jun 13, 2017 at 8:08 PM
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    I replace holsets off Detroit diesel series 60's twice fortnightly. God willing I will be able to swear off owning a diesel.
     
  11. Jun 13, 2017 at 8:09 PM
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  12. Jun 13, 2017 at 8:09 PM
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    Yeah and so the only issue is, can you live with taking a hit possibly? Because if you're good on money, it's worth it when you're grinning ear to ear every time you drive.
     
  13. Jun 13, 2017 at 8:11 PM
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    Wait, I hear the 2030 model will have rear disk brakes!

    :fingerscrossed:
     
  14. Jun 13, 2017 at 8:12 PM
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    BUCKLE UP! It makes it harder for Aliens to pull you out of your Truck.
    Special order a Limited with a sunroof and manual. You have my permission
     
  15. Jun 13, 2017 at 8:13 PM
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    I know I will take a hit but you must measure money against happiness.
     
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    All I want is a high beam trigger on the steering wheel.
     
  17. Jun 13, 2017 at 8:13 PM
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    BUCKLE UP! It makes it harder for Aliens to pull you out of your Truck.
    Clearly you aren't happy. Get the one you want then roll that Bitch like a G
     
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    Yes and happiness wins. Don't do it if it forces you on a ramen diet. DO IT if it means giving up underwater basket weaving classes.
     
  19. Jun 13, 2017 at 8:14 PM
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    Bed rug, ARE bed top, Weathertechs. Little goodies here and there!
    I'm with you. Diesels have a higher operating costs for maintenance. Stepdad bought a gm3500 (yah,I know, but he has legit use as hes pulling over 10k) and he thought it was awesome at first. Pulled very nice without much effort. Anyway, just 1yr later he's already wanting to go back to gas because to the maintenance is killing him. Lots of oil, then there is maintaining the turbo charger. Running a small rental business of skid loader and a high lift.

    Side note, I am impressed by his goose neck trailer. It's all electric. Jack's are electric so easy as hell to hook up. Even the ramps are powered so loading/unloading is a snap. Medical reasons that not going into here.
     
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    Wtf?
     

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