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1st Gen Lunchtable Thread - General Discussion

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Speedytech7, May 31, 2018.

  1. Aug 27, 2022 at 10:56 PM
    Abeyancer

    Abeyancer Not so secret, secret van guy

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    Got a particular favorite? For speed of install and cost point, it's great for work. I personally like the solid jacket, nlyon-type variety.. but it takes soo much longer to install and the boss doesn't like the time I take to build a harness how I wanna build it lol.
     
  2. Aug 27, 2022 at 10:58 PM
    Abeyancer

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  3. Aug 27, 2022 at 10:59 PM
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    I toss this stuff in when I have to order other things. They have more sizes too, even bought the little sliders to make putting it on cables easier.

    https://www.summitracing.com/parts/sum-890354
     
  4. Aug 28, 2022 at 10:48 AM
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    It's less Tacoma and more mod
    Now this was an ambitious crossover

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  5. Aug 28, 2022 at 10:56 AM
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    I've always loved watching those "remodel your kitchen for only $500" or "build this for only $50"

    This always assumed you owned all the tools needed to do said project :laughing:

    My smallest project to date, only cost me $3 in material.

    Wife wants me to put up a no soliciting sign.

    Requirements, non-intrusive and not being affixed to the wall. So I copied making one of those banner holders that stick to the ground.

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    Cut the stem length, and legs.

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    Some welds putting it altogether.

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    Sharpened the ends of the feet as they'll dig into the ground.

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    Took some really thin scrap flat stock and welded up the sign frame.

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    Welded up the sign frame to the stem.

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    All done! Just leaving it outside for the paint to dry.

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  6. Aug 28, 2022 at 11:07 AM
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  7. Aug 28, 2022 at 11:08 AM
    Speedytech7

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    Do you get a lot of loiterers?
     
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  8. Aug 28, 2022 at 11:11 AM
    Kwikvette

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    Because it's new development, we'll have people coming to offer new services for random shit so yes.

    I get it, because we did actually take on signing up for a pest control service after we looked them up.

    But the rest of the solicitors? They're for people that move in unplanned and shit.

    The most annoying one is Vivint or whatever it is, a competitor to ADT. That one and a few other pest control service companies.

    Even an internet providor came out to us once or twice already.
     
  9. Aug 28, 2022 at 11:18 AM
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    I mostly get randos from Internet providers.

    I put this up, but I don't expect it'll do a whole lot.

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  10. Aug 28, 2022 at 11:27 AM
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    I was literally just replying until someone asked politely for 30 seconds of my time. He said he saw the no soliciting sign and said he respects it :rofl:

    Damn least he saw it!

    Anyway I said fuck it, heard him out. He's a one-man show and does solar panel cleaning.

    Left me a magnet with his name and number. Can definitely take advantage of that since it's cheap and convenient.
     
  11. Aug 28, 2022 at 11:28 AM
    Kwikvette

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    Anyway I was replying to say, I don't have a fence unfortunately so my driveway is pretty much open to any foot traffic.

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  12. Aug 28, 2022 at 11:29 AM
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    They certainly work best when clean. Especially if there's lots of birds around
     
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  13. Aug 28, 2022 at 11:30 AM
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    What's unfortunate is all the construction going on nearby (see above pic).

    I run a leaf blower once a week through the front of the house and driveway and you'd be amazed at all the shit that had settled.

    I don't doubt my solar panels are dirty as hell.
     
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    Before Jaxon gives me shit for watering my lawn :luvya:
     
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    Spent all morning painting this wall of cubbies, have to put in a certain number of man hours in at my daughter's nursery school this coming school year to get a rebate at the end. Can either be a parent teacher or do maintenance days once a month on a weekend

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    My favorite is how a new account gets massive discounts and then a year or two later the price doubles on you, theyre basically telling you 'thanks for being a loyal customer, now bend the fuck over'
     
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    After a short scare yesterday, Lady Gaga molted today!

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