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1'st Tacoma. From PHX.

Discussion in 'New Members' started by benk0, Jul 11, 2010.

  1. Jul 11, 2010 at 1:22 PM
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    benk0

    benk0 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Hello. I'm Ben from PHX, AZ.

    2007 Tacoma TRD OffRoad 6spd
    Tow Package
    Bilstein 5100
    Fabtech Add-A-Leaf
    265-75-16 BFG AT/AR Mojave 16"
    Bestop Supertop
    Some other misc mods.

    I've been into sportscars for years. Mostly VAG stuff, ended with an Audi A4 1.8TQMS. Needed a good truck to keep the DH Mountainbiking going. Always loved the Tacomas. It took me over 3 months to track down a black, 6spd, TRD Access Cab. I ended up having this one shipped from Iowa to PHX at the beginning of this year.
     
  2. Jul 11, 2010 at 1:47 PM
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    Uncharted

    Uncharted Well-Known Member

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    Icon Extended Travel C/O's, TC UCA's, 285/70/17 Hankook Dynapro MT's, 17" XD Revolvers, Avid Off Road Sliders, Toytec TSB AAL, Rear 5100's, All Pro Front Bumper & Skids, Color Matched Grill, Grillcraft Upper, BHLM, Tinted Taillights, Lightforce 240's.
    Welcome to tacomaworld, Nice looking truck btw! Where do you do most your downhill? SM?
     
  3. Jul 11, 2010 at 2:03 PM
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    benk0

    benk0 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Yeah.

    I assume if you ride DH as well that we might know each other....

    I'm on the mend right now, I broke my hand at Sunrise opening weekend this summer...

    LOTS of time to work on the truck!
     
  4. Jul 11, 2010 at 2:10 PM
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    Uncharted

    Uncharted Well-Known Member

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    Icon Extended Travel C/O's, TC UCA's, 285/70/17 Hankook Dynapro MT's, 17" XD Revolvers, Avid Off Road Sliders, Toytec TSB AAL, Rear 5100's, All Pro Front Bumper & Skids, Color Matched Grill, Grillcraft Upper, BHLM, Tinted Taillights, Lightforce 240's.
    Damn that's no good. Yeah I used to ride a lot when I lived in Sedona but been having a hard time to motivate myself since I moved down to PHX. I'm thinking about buying a new bike but haven't decided yet.
     
  5. Jul 11, 2010 at 2:18 PM
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    747

    747 function > form

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    Welcome!
     
  6. Jul 11, 2010 at 6:56 PM
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    benk0

    benk0 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Thanks!
     
  7. Jul 11, 2010 at 7:15 PM
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    Packman73

    Packman73 ^^^^ 3%er ^^^^

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    Welcome from N. Phoenix.
     
  8. Jul 11, 2010 at 7:17 PM
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    08pretaco

    08pretaco Well-Known Member

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    i like your camper thingy!
     
  9. Jul 11, 2010 at 7:46 PM
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    benk0

    benk0 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Thanks. It's a Bestop Supertop. I just installed it.

    It makes a bit of noise on the highway with all the windows in... so far, so good though.

    $472 shipped from StreetSideAuto.com if you're interested.
     
  10. Jul 11, 2010 at 8:00 PM
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    AriZonaD54

    AriZonaD54 BANNED in 49 states...

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  11. Jul 11, 2010 at 8:12 PM
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    TucsonMike

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    Welcome to tacomaworld. Nice truck
     
  12. Jul 11, 2010 at 8:18 PM
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    SunDevilTacoma

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    Congrats, and welcome to Tacoma World!
     
  13. Jul 11, 2010 at 8:30 PM
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    tinker_troy

    tinker_troy Well-Known Member

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    shackle brace, rear sway bar, 3 gen seats, Coupe Shifter, 3rd gen OR front springs + shocks, 17" TuRD PRO replica wheels
    Damn sexy truck man!
    How is that topper going down the road? Make a lot of noise or anything?

    oh and welcome :D

    one more question... is the center of your hood flat black?
     
  14. Jul 11, 2010 at 8:33 PM
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    andrew

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    Welcome man, there's a ton of you arizona guys here it seems...all the way from iowa huh? Did you get it from a dealership or a private dealer?
     
  15. Jul 11, 2010 at 8:35 PM
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    benk0

    benk0 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    The truck came from a dealership with the "Toyota Certified" 100K drivetrain warranty.

    Yes, the raised part of the hood is flat black.
     
  16. Jul 11, 2010 at 8:44 PM
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    tinker_troy

    tinker_troy Well-Known Member

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    shackle brace, rear sway bar, 3 gen seats, Coupe Shifter, 3rd gen OR front springs + shocks, 17" TuRD PRO replica wheels
    cool man, give us a pic if you get the chance
     
  17. Jul 11, 2010 at 8:45 PM
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    amaes

    amaes Cuz Stock Sucks

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    Welcome From Chandler AZ
     
  18. Jul 11, 2010 at 9:07 PM
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    benk0

    benk0 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    [​IMG]

    Pre-Taco.
     
  19. Jul 12, 2010 at 12:22 AM
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    SteelRain

    SteelRain Veteran Redleg

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    Welcome from San Tan Valley...clean looking truck
     
  20. Jul 22, 2010 at 1:31 AM
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    brianr

    brianr go shit in your hat

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    BUILT, not bought...

    pretty sure I saw you on I10 near the DPT (margert t hance park tunnel) westbound a month or so ago, minus the topper.
     

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