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New SoCal Member - Ex Jeeper

Discussion in 'New Members' started by TacomaShane, Mar 24, 2011.

  1. Mar 24, 2011 at 7:08 AM
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    TacomaShane

    TacomaShane [OP] New Member

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    Shane
    Southern California
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    2011 TRD Off Road, V6, Access Cab
    SnugTop
    From Simi Valley. My 2004 Jeep Rubicon recently threw a rod and blew the engine after 200K miles.

    I decided to ditch the Ruby, and grab a Taco to see what it's all about. Great truck!

    I look forward to terrific advice from the forum. Currently, I'm researching options for camper shells for my frequent excursions into the desert. It's going to be nice sleeping in my cozy bed rather than my windblown tent.

    Will post pics as I slowly empty my wallet into my 2011 TRD Off Road Access cab (manual, of course).

    Shane
     
  2. Mar 24, 2011 at 7:12 AM
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    RLDTACO

    RLDTACO Well-Known Member

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    Houston Tx.
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    2010 DCLB PreRunner SR5
    Debadged,Tailgate theft mod,Extra D-rings,OEM bed mat,TRD exhaust, 5100 Billys@ 4 corners set@ 0 with Eibach springs, rear TSB springs.N-Fab tube Steps. TRD FJ SE wheels and Michelin LTX A/T 2's
    Welcome to TW!
     
  3. Mar 24, 2011 at 7:13 AM
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    Dark Knight

    Dark Knight Well-Known Member

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    A few bolts are different.
    Welcome.
     
  4. Mar 24, 2011 at 7:17 AM
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    woodygg

    woodygg Well-Known Member

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    congrats and welcome! sorry to hear about the manual... :p
     
  5. Mar 24, 2011 at 4:11 PM
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    Ridingontrd

    Ridingontrd Well-Known Member

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    trd sport 4x4 w/towpkg
    aFe prodry,Dynomax ultra flo ss,Scangauge2,Demello front bumper,BudBuilt skids,sliders(local)AllPro rear bumper,Wet O's cobalt blu,w/halfpiping,TRD logo in gold,R/L hood struts,5150's@10"aal 3 pack,T/C uca,Light racing c/o,1"diff.drop,de-badged,
    Welcome to TW.
     
  6. Mar 24, 2011 at 4:17 PM
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    JLee

    JLee The Man! Vendor

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    Benicia, CA
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    I lost track thousands of dollars ago.
    Welcome to the trouble free life style of owning a Toyota.
     
  7. Mar 24, 2011 at 5:29 PM
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    himmie

    himmie No.

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    Yes.
    Welcome to TW!
     
  8. Mar 28, 2011 at 9:45 PM
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    TacomaShane

    TacomaShane [OP] New Member

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    SnugTop
    SnugTop is locked and loaded. Ready to go camping and get rid of this new truck smell.

    Everything is soooo shiny. That first ding is going to hurt, but I'm looking forward to giving her a little character.

    newTaco.jpg
     
  9. Mar 28, 2011 at 10:12 PM
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    Unknown

    Unknown He who angers you conquers you

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    :woot:
     
  10. Mar 28, 2011 at 10:17 PM
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    Hiatt1991

    Hiatt1991 Well-Known Member

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    4" Bodylift 20" Offroad shock spacers Turbo Encabulator
    Nice. Shes a beauty
     
  11. Mar 28, 2011 at 11:29 PM
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    singlefin

    singlefin Well-Known Member

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    Congrats on the new truck! Good call on the Taco, really capable and comfy rig. When you engage 4Lo in something soupy or soft don't forget about that A-Trac button...quite impressive.

    Have you set up the bed and the shell with anything for camping? I just recently fitted some thick eggshell foam up...kinda jealous of the dogs when we are driving.

    http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/southern-california/

    Haha...the trouble is not spending more money on parts.
     
  12. Mar 29, 2011 at 8:22 AM
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    David K

    David K Well-Known Member

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    Pala Mesa, California
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    2010 4WD Off Road DC
    Differential Breather Mod Light Bar: 4 Cree LED lamps Bilstein 5100s Ride Rite Air Bags
    Welcome! Sounds like the Jeep gave you good service... Now, get ready for some comfort and quality (I am a former Jeeper (Cherokee Chief), as is my wife (CJ-5))

    See my links below for a rundown on how to use the limited slip, auto locker (A-TRAC), and rear locker... provided your Off Road Tacoma is a 4WD?
     

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