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Seven year old 3rd Gen today

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by gatriguy, Feb 7, 2023.

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  1. Feb 7, 2023 at 6:34 PM
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    Picked her up 7 years ago.. way back in Feb of 16 and it has been a great reliable daily driver. Does have the slight oil leak that some 16's are known for, but I am at 195,400 and close to the 'ole 200k club (commute of 85mi RT per day).Kept it stock, and have done most of the "appearance" mods and blacked it out as much as I wanted. Been towing our smaller 20' RV for camping and kayaking last couple of years and trust it will give us a few more years of Taco enjoyment.. Obligatory pics of first day to now.

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  2. Feb 7, 2023 at 7:20 PM
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    Congrats :cheers:
     
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  3. Feb 7, 2023 at 7:29 PM
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    Looks great. My Tacoma is 2 months older than yours. Did you have a handful on TSBs to address in the first year of ownership?
     
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  4. Feb 7, 2023 at 7:30 PM
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  5. Feb 7, 2023 at 7:33 PM
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    Not really, did have corporate pay to fix the leaky 3rd brake light a few years ago. Now it’s a true recall and they say I need it done again..geez
     
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  6. Feb 7, 2023 at 7:39 PM
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    In my first year, I had a few TSBs to address. Trip meter random reset, weeping reared, transmission software update, CPS sensor. After those were addressed, like you I am very happy with my truck.
     
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  7. Feb 7, 2023 at 7:40 PM
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    Awesome. Good stuff! A couple of takeaways. The 3rd gen boo hooer's don't like these stories. Also, first model year issues and concerns seem to be at a minimum for you. The front timing chain weep is better left alone in some cases.
     
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  8. Feb 7, 2023 at 7:46 PM
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    Thanks and Yes, I have been fortunate with this one.. and indeed do not plan to fix the leak..not excessive at this point…
     
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    Congratulations! Nice truck and sweet camper as well.
     
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    Work in progress...
    Nice!
     
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    I missed this yesterday…that’s awesome! I’m glad to see your post since we have the same truck. Looks like you’ve been getting your moneys worth!
     
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    very nice!


    the 2nd gen and GX shitposters be dammed!
     
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    Congrats!

    I've got a few weeks for my 7 year ownership (March 3rd)

    I did hit 1 year of ownership on the Tundra over the weekend (Feb 5th)
     
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    Good deal on your 7 years as well..
    I see you’ve got the Tacoma/Tundra double.. nice!
     
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    Happy truck birthday! My 2017 is coming close but I've only got 58k on it, hopefully it hangs in for 200k like yours.
     
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    Also nice the wife approved :rofl::D
     
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