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Wisconsin Tacomas and bad financial advice

Discussion in 'Mid West' started by Thatbassguy, Dec 19, 2008.

  1. Apr 26, 2023 at 11:31 AM
    Pixeltim

    Pixeltim Misunderstood member

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    I totally get that. I see you have levels from 1 to 5. Can you do a .5.? :)

    That being said, it's probably best to focus on the type of clientele you are currently going for.
    To try and serve all markets sets you up for customers with expectations far beyond their budgets. They end up giving bad reviews due to nothing that you've done wrong.
    There's just no need for that, unless the market you serve starts to dry up due to inflation and a crappy economy.
     
  2. Apr 26, 2023 at 12:29 PM
    CygnusX191

    CygnusX191 Gangster of Boats

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    So. Many. Stickers.
    Whoever I met driving a Tacomabeast truck one time. I don't actually give a crap about Instagram or any of that other stuff so I don't know who people's names are. I just recognize vehicles
     
  3. Apr 26, 2023 at 12:35 PM
    Thatbassguy

    Thatbassguy [OP] Sweet or sour?

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    I guess, my thought is that being "chill" in person doesn't really excuse doing stupid shit to try to promote your brand. :notsure:
     
  4. Apr 26, 2023 at 12:37 PM
    geekhouse23

    geekhouse23 The "Liftman" - @DrFunker

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    This. :anonymous:
     
  5. Apr 26, 2023 at 12:46 PM
    CygnusX191

    CygnusX191 Gangster of Boats

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    So. Many. Stickers.
    :fistbump:

    Agreed
     
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  6. Apr 26, 2023 at 1:16 PM
    LarryDangerfield

    LarryDangerfield One Larry a day keeps the money away ™ Moderator

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  7. Apr 26, 2023 at 3:11 PM
    Shellshock

    Shellshock King Shit of Turd Island

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    Most people don’t need anything beyond what rolls off the lot lol
     
  8. Apr 26, 2023 at 3:13 PM
    Pixeltim

    Pixeltim Misunderstood member

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    True. Hell we barely need 4x4 in this state… :boink:
     
  9. Apr 26, 2023 at 3:14 PM
    Shellshock

    Shellshock King Shit of Turd Island

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    Looks like the perfect time to get a new vehicle!
     
  10. Apr 26, 2023 at 3:22 PM
    LarryDangerfield

    LarryDangerfield One Larry a day keeps the money away ™ Moderator

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    That's my old one!
     
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  11. Apr 26, 2023 at 3:50 PM
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    but everyone needs that extra HPo_O:rofl:
     
  12. Apr 26, 2023 at 4:49 PM
    CygnusX191

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    So. Many. Stickers.
    Maybe better tires. But really, out of the box most 4x4 vehicles can outperform their drivers
     
  13. Apr 26, 2023 at 5:07 PM
    Thatbassguy

    Thatbassguy [OP] Sweet or sour?

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    Agreed on the tires. Tires and armor will get you pretty far.

    But, even when people are set on lifting and doing suspension, you can get a pretty good upgrade over stock without spending a ton. There are people who seem to think anything short of adjustable reservoir shocks isn't worth doing. I disagree. My Bilsteins made a significant difference in ride quality.



    You're not trying hard enough. ;)
     
  14. Apr 26, 2023 at 5:18 PM
    Pixeltim

    Pixeltim Misunderstood member

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    I clearly do need to try harder!
     
  15. Apr 26, 2023 at 5:26 PM
    LarryDangerfield

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  16. Apr 26, 2023 at 5:28 PM
    Thatbassguy

    Thatbassguy [OP] Sweet or sour?

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    I know like 90% of the Pipeline is doable in 2wd, but there's still a few spots nobody has even attempted.. yet
     
  17. Apr 26, 2023 at 5:36 PM
    Pixeltim

    Pixeltim Misunderstood member

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    Now that it’s closed to general traffic, perhaps I could get a special use permit to explore those ares, only in 2wd of course.
     
  18. Apr 26, 2023 at 5:56 PM
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    That's what I'm here for, the mods and the gear.
    I have a name, you know:D
     
  19. Apr 26, 2023 at 6:17 PM
    Thatbassguy

    Thatbassguy [OP] Sweet or sour?

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    Let me know. I'll be there to drag you out once you puncture your oil pan.
     
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  20. Apr 26, 2023 at 6:38 PM
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    I take umbrage with that statement. Here's a nice mild mannered Wisco dirt road to contemplate...
    DitchOdoom.jpg
     

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