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My first new vehicle (Longest INTRO thread)

Discussion in 'New Members' started by sawdust, Sep 25, 2007.

  1. Dec 10, 2020 at 3:00 PM
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    YetiMtnBkr

    YetiMtnBkr Well-Known Member

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    Torn between the manual and 6ft bed and ultimately determined that the longer bed would be more useful! Would love to have a TRD Pro manual with a 6 ft bed.
     
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  2. Dec 10, 2020 at 3:58 PM
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    YetiMtnBkr

    YetiMtnBkr Well-Known Member

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    I have a 2016 Crosstrek and will be purchasing a 2021 TRD OR LB in cement soon! I had no intention of liking the Crosstrek, but it has been a great little capable car. We currently have three other SUV's, so the Crosstrek worked well!
     
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  3. Dec 10, 2020 at 7:35 PM
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    TaceauBeau51

    TaceauBeau51 New Member

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    First Name:
    Beau
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    2021 Silver SR
    Today I took the plunge and traded in the ole 1999 F150 for a 2021 Tacoma. Sadly I had to preorder the truck and it should be in next week, but I’m pretty damn excited for it.
     
  4. Dec 13, 2020 at 6:32 PM
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    GreenTacos4Life

    GreenTacos4Life Member

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    TacomaJohn
    Sioux Falls, SD
    Vehicle:
    2021 Army Green Tacoma TRD Off Road
    Wind shield legal tint, RCI Rock sliders ordered, Grid-N-Lock truck bed organizer mounted in bed.
    Hi there. New to the forum. From Sioux Falls, SD. Owner of this awesome Tacoma 2021 in Army Green. Picture taken in Molas Pass, Colorado.
    Have few mods ordered and will update with pictures.
    Glad to be here. Happy Holidays.

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  5. Dec 15, 2020 at 4:24 PM
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    Kdog808

    Kdog808 New Member

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    Hey everyone, newbie here. I just picked up a 2017 Tacoma trd off road haven’t done much to it yet, but plan to. Looking forward to getting some tips and tricks from this site.
     
  6. Dec 18, 2020 at 9:20 AM
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    stflyfisher

    stflyfisher New Member

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    Robert
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    2020 Toyota Tacoma TRD Offroad 6 MT
    I never understood some of the restrictions in choice to get a manual but it is what it is...
     
  7. Dec 19, 2020 at 6:28 AM
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    Silvertexastaco

    Silvertexastaco Silver Texas Taco

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    20201121_203858.jpg 20201206_130110.jpg Hey Everyone,
    I've had my Tacoma for about 2 months so far. I'm a first time ToyotaTacoma owner, but I love my truck!!
    So far, I've added a Rhino Bull Bar, Westin Step Rails, a bug shield, tinted windows, tailgate letter inserts and a chrome tip on my exhaust pipe. Next up is: lift, tires, floor mats and pro grille...then I'll be truly happy with her.
     
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  8. Dec 20, 2020 at 12:57 AM
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    3dpilot

    3dpilot Well-Known Member

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    21 trd pro (lunar rock) wish me luck fellas. Lol
     
  9. Dec 21, 2020 at 7:18 PM
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    samuray

    samuray New Member

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    Ray
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    2021 Cement TRD
    so excited!, unfortunately I had to pre order and it may come by next year. Cement TRD off road~!
     
  10. Dec 21, 2020 at 7:23 PM
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    BINK05TRD

    BINK05TRD Well-Known Member

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    Matt
    Massachusetts
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    TRD OR AC SILVERSKY 15
    Welcome and congrats. No luck needed :thumbsup:
    Welcome and future congrats. It’s worth the wait :D
     
  11. Dec 22, 2020 at 8:02 AM
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    Hamster15

    Hamster15 New Member

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    David
    Houston TX
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    2015 MGM Tacoma TRD Off Road
    TRD grille, Volk TE37XT, arb snorkel, Snorkel upgrade, pioneer floating radio, Volant Intake, Uni filter Mod, breather relocation mod, deaver stage 1 leafs, Archive garage HH, 3inch Bilstein w/toytec spring lift w/SPC UCA, 35x12.5r17 Yokohama Geolander MT, CBI sliders, C4 diff cover, C4 Skid, 2TPAM, Uptop Overland bed rack.
    Hello Everyone, I’m new to the group! I’m from Houston TX. I’ve been stalking the forum for about 4 years and finally made an account. I use to drive a 5 lug 2008 single cab Tacoma, it got flooded where I work and knew I needed to help the truck a little. So I lifted it (cheap lift) slapped some heavy tires and decided to off-road my 2WD taco. Got stuck 1 time and made me realize instead of investing a ton of money on a 2WD it’s best if I got a 4x4 just to have a better chance at getting unstuck, so I sold my taco and got a stock 15 TRD off-road. I love my Tacoma and been messing with it quite a bit because COVID, Can’t wait to lift and install armor so I can go to Hidden falls again!

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  12. Dec 25, 2020 at 7:53 AM
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    Silvertexastaco

    Silvertexastaco Silver Texas Taco

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    Man, your truck looks perfect already!!!
     
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  13. Dec 25, 2020 at 5:03 PM
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    Hamster15

    Hamster15 New Member

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    David
    Houston TX
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    2015 MGM Tacoma TRD Off Road
    TRD grille, Volk TE37XT, arb snorkel, Snorkel upgrade, pioneer floating radio, Volant Intake, Uni filter Mod, breather relocation mod, deaver stage 1 leafs, Archive garage HH, 3inch Bilstein w/toytec spring lift w/SPC UCA, 35x12.5r17 Yokohama Geolander MT, CBI sliders, C4 diff cover, C4 Skid, 2TPAM, Uptop Overland bed rack.
    Thank you Silvertexastaco!
     
  14. Dec 26, 2020 at 12:13 PM
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    docetaco

    docetaco New Member

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    Hey everyone! Long time Tacoma appreciator here, but I never pulled the finances together to become an owner... until this November.

    My new-to-me 2012 SR5 V6 Access Cab 4x4 in Spruce Mica, drinking up some NorCal sun:

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    She's still mostly stock while I save up and prioritize what to do with her next. We've already been on some low-key snow and schmedium dirt roads and I've loved every second so far. I'm glad these forums are here to help me learn, and to make my wish list unattainably long :)
     
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  15. Dec 26, 2020 at 1:17 PM
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    BINK05TRD

    BINK05TRD Well-Known Member

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    Congrats and welcome :hattip:
    Always liked that color :thumbsup:
     
  16. Dec 29, 2020 at 7:47 PM
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    DomForReal

    DomForReal New Member

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    Hey, guys! Just picked up my Tacoma yesterday. Excited to be here and not be a lurker anymore!

     
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  17. Dec 30, 2020 at 4:00 AM
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    96TacoParadise

    96TacoParadise Member

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    Will
    PNW
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    1996 tacoma regular cab 4x4 automatic paradise blue
    I'm not fooling anyone, I have no idea what I'm doing beyond standard vehicle maintenance. Most of the previous modifications were done by previous owners. All maintenance done by local shop. Purchased at 228k miles for $3900; younger ~120k 2.7L engine installed at 230k for $9k...ouch. 31" Toyo Open Country M/T Replaced previous shocks/struts with KYB Monomax at 233k miles. Looks to have a 3" body lift in rear. Leaf springs seem to be sagging quite a bit. Currently have a rattling left front wheel (I'm told it's the CV joint and/or axle). Goals: Fix front left CV issue. (Diff drop?) Refresh leaf springs. Build a sleeping platform for comfort camping/base camp. (Auxiliary power?) Replace bench seat with 60/40 preferably or reupholster. Tackle more trails. Improve ride without excessive modifications to classic look. Debating winch/light bar. Don't break more things. Competing interests: Possibly want to buy a house(boat?) Want to enjoy the PNW non-motorized outdoors. Want to acquire pricey toys to propel myself down mountains.
    Quick hello here at 4 am Pacific time! I've had my 96 Tacoma 4x4 for a little over a year now. We've already had some disagreements but hopefully I'll be able to take better care of her now.

     
  18. Jan 1, 2021 at 8:10 PM
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    MeatballsVSTacoma

    MeatballsVSTacoma New Member

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    2006 Red Tacoma
    Brought it back to life after it was neglected for a little while
    From Ontario, Canada here! Picked up and brought back to life a 2006 Tacoma AC 4x4 4banger Manual trans (US Vehicle), I’m still working on it but she’s almost ready to go! Keeping most of it stock as much as possible.
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  19. Jan 12, 2021 at 4:09 AM
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    daddyrack

    daddyrack New Member

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    Dustin
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    2021 Toyota Tacoma Trail Special Edition (cement)
    Bed storage delete, Truxedo tonneau cover, OEM bed mat, all LED lighting, Rekgen mudflaps, OEM bed lighting, door sill protectors, TDR Pro grille with raptor lights, 2 inch lift front and back, Injen intake, Carven exhaust, likewise shift knob, Swingcase, Spidertrax 1.25 wheel spacers, All speakers replaced with Skar TX series, Skar SVR 8 and RP800.1D amp, AJT Design chrome delete & TSS relocation bracket, 12voltsolutions remote start.
    After 15 years of being a very loyal GM owner, Colorado's, Canyons, and a Silverado. I finally made the switch. Picked a 2021 Trail Special Edition a few weeks ago. Glad I waited to find this gem but at the same time I wish I would have done this sooner.

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  20. Jan 21, 2021 at 9:25 PM
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    LeFreakyBone

    LeFreakyBone Well-Known Member

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    2021 Off-Road Midnight Black Metallic
    Leopard print steering wheel cover
    Hello from Santa Cruz! Picked up a 2021 Off Road MT last Saturday. This is my first pickup. Went with a lease for less commitment, but I have a feeling I might be keeping it.

    Previous car was a Honda Fit so this was quite a jump. I’ll be testing out the 4wd in Tahoe next week.

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