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Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Tacoma Mike, Aug 16, 2019.

  1. Nov 19, 2022 at 4:22 AM
    Sig45

    Sig45 Well-Known Member

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    Was originally scheduled to do this job back in Oct (when it wasn't so cold). I usually plan a day for an install. There were many layers of exterior trim (some rotten). It's now a 2 day job (today and Monday). Customer is son of a another customer I've done work for before. Lesson learned. Ask for pics before. Now I'm feeling under thre gun to get it all wrapped up before "winter".
     
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  2. Nov 19, 2022 at 4:24 AM
    MQQSE

    MQQSE I take naps

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    Thank you Mike, I sincerely appreciate it.
    Dave Ingraham, died 4 days short of his 64th birthday. Great friend and helluva good guy. RIP :pray:
     
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  3. Nov 19, 2022 at 4:25 AM
    Tacoma Mike

    Tacoma Mike [OP] 48 Year Chrysler/Toyota/ASE/ Master Tech.RETIRED

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    Going to be a halfway good week, although a bit cold.
    Crunch time for outside projects…
    Good luck, be safe.
     
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  4. Nov 19, 2022 at 4:26 AM
    FlyingWolfe

    FlyingWolfe Wolfie

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    I put the Almanac predictions on par with daily horoscopes. They just throw shit on paper and its a 50/50 something works. Buncha bullshit. Last I read the winter was ‘supposed to be mild’. We live in Maine, it’ll probably suck. :notsure:
    Coffee, waffles, headed to Carhartt with hubby.
     
  5. Nov 19, 2022 at 4:33 AM
    Tacoma Mike

    Tacoma Mike [OP] 48 Year Chrysler/Toyota/ASE/ Master Tech.RETIRED

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    Never had Carhartt Stuff.
    Yes the Almanac is 50/50.
    Yes Maine will suck.
    Coffee good
    Waffles good
    Road trip for you, Very Good.
    Might change your disposition a little….. :anonymous:
     
  6. Nov 19, 2022 at 4:44 AM
    FlyingWolfe

    FlyingWolfe Wolfie

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    My first time driving in over 3 weeks so clear the sidewalks! Not a big Carhartt fan other than their insulated work bibs, which are pretty solid (and he desperately needs for working outside). My disposition is just fine. The coffee is still percolating though so I may need a minute.
     
  7. Nov 19, 2022 at 4:49 AM
    Tacoma Mike

    Tacoma Mike [OP] 48 Year Chrysler/Toyota/ASE/ Master Tech.RETIRED

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    Don’t forget
    Group coffee meeting soon…
     
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  8. Nov 19, 2022 at 4:54 AM
    BananaMan

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    Mornin stockers. Just hit the pier in FL and flying home tomorrow. Thankfully I've got a very kind father who is babysitting my house+dog right now. I haven't heard anything about him needing a snowblower yet, but if he does I know I've got at least one that works :thumbsup:
     
  9. Nov 19, 2022 at 4:57 AM
    Tacoma Mike

    Tacoma Mike [OP] 48 Year Chrysler/Toyota/ASE/ Master Tech.RETIRED

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    Have you gone over it yet?
     
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  10. Nov 19, 2022 at 5:01 AM
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    I gave it a general tune up, tested all functions and topped it off with ethanol free. I got new belt, but I want to see how it does in the first good snow to make sure I don't have anything else to look at while I do that job.
     
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  11. Nov 19, 2022 at 5:07 AM
    Tacoma Mike

    Tacoma Mike [OP] 48 Year Chrysler/Toyota/ASE/ Master Tech.RETIRED

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    Skids?
     
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  12. Nov 19, 2022 at 5:10 AM
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    Yes, I fabricated a set from some angle we had in the drop pile at work that match the height of my other blower. ~1 inch of clearance give or take
     
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  13. Nov 19, 2022 at 5:21 AM
    Tacoma Mike

    Tacoma Mike [OP] 48 Year Chrysler/Toyota/ASE/ Master Tech.RETIRED

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    Niccccce
     
  14. Nov 19, 2022 at 6:25 AM
    FlyingWolfe

    FlyingWolfe Wolfie

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    Youre gonna stick out up here like a hammered thumb with that tan. Glad yall had fun :D
     
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  15. Nov 19, 2022 at 6:37 AM
    Delta09

    Delta09 Requires Supervision

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    You do know that's gonna bite you in the ass and snap halfway through using it right? :rofl:
     
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  16. Nov 19, 2022 at 6:44 AM
    Tacoma Mike

    Tacoma Mike [OP] 48 Year Chrysler/Toyota/ASE/ Master Tech.RETIRED

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    Only if he’s nekked..
     
  17. Nov 19, 2022 at 6:45 AM
    Tacoma Mike

    Tacoma Mike [OP] 48 Year Chrysler/Toyota/ASE/ Master Tech.RETIRED

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    It’s his now.. I would have changed them..
     
  18. Nov 19, 2022 at 7:59 AM
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    That's why I have two.... one to break and one to use. Wash rinse and repeat.
     
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  19. Nov 19, 2022 at 7:59 AM
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    Tan? This Irish ass? Pffft I prove the term "redneck" is a literal physical description.
     
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  20. Nov 19, 2022 at 8:08 AM
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    FlyingWolfe Wolfie

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    Sounds like my pastey Kraut ass then. Two colors: red or translucent white.
    :rofl:
     
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