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Wisconsin Tacomas and bad financial advice

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

  1. Jan 17, 2024 at 11:24 AM
    Taco-Grinder

    Taco-Grinder It's all part of the adventure.

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    Sliders,,,RCI, , no drilling
    Shipping,, you might be able to ship to your business.
     
  2. Jan 17, 2024 at 11:25 AM
    Pixeltim

    Pixeltim Misunderstood member

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    I do have a loading dock!
     
  3. Jan 17, 2024 at 11:26 AM
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    Ya. That wasn't 'advice'.
    That's just where I started. For a height example.
    Spacers are good as gone.
     
  4. Jan 17, 2024 at 11:30 AM
    Pixeltim

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    Kinda thinking T@b 320, 175# tongue weight.
    Or maybe Intech Flyer Explore, 250-400# tongue weight
     
  5. Jan 17, 2024 at 11:38 AM
    wi_taco

    wi_taco My skid plates give rocks taco flavored kisses

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    Oh yeah, those should be no problem. Your limo towing those will become even more of a limo lol.

    Once upon a time I was looking at trailers like that T@b after seeing one at a campground. Then after I saw the pricetag I started planning to build one. And that's how I end up sleeping in my bed now lol. But I never knew they crammed a shower inside that T@b camper, that's wild!
     
  6. Jan 17, 2024 at 11:43 AM
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    They have a few different sizes. I saw the smaller ones first and thought, no f'n way, but the 320 is tall enough to stand in (for short guys like me), has a tiny wet bathroom with shower. After 3 nights out camping with y'all, I'm sure everyone would like me better after a shower!
    And yeah, the price tag, ugh. My dad left me more than expected, so...
     
  7. Jan 17, 2024 at 11:47 AM
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    Storage! Compressor, winch, chain saw, tools, jack, zip ties, extra parts, nuts and bolts, drill bits, wood block and a tarp. Just back here and there is more room available

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  8. Jan 17, 2024 at 11:49 AM
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    That's awesome!
     
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    All of my recovery gear is in this haunch locker. Soft shackles, tree saver, 30 foot tow strap, d rings, gloves, pulleys etc etc

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    the other side had junk and all my towing stuff in it. The big one up front had camping essentials
     
  10. Jan 17, 2024 at 11:52 AM
    Pixeltim

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    I'm guessing that hatch is a bit easier to open than the bed hatch.
     
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    All but the big one over the spare and the front cubby are really easy to open and access. The big one is a pain but its the price of admission.
     
  12. Jan 17, 2024 at 12:02 PM
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    Here is the spare/front one:

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  13. Jan 17, 2024 at 12:19 PM
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    Beast! That flatbed was such a good decision for me…

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    I love your truck more every time I see it.
     
  15. Jan 17, 2024 at 12:20 PM
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    Thanks!
     
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    How will those boards hold up to the elements?
    Treated wood or did you give 'em a coat of something?
     
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    They are pine. We put linseed oil on. They won't last. This was a "try and see" kind of deal-much cheaper than trying oak or maple and not having it work. Eventually after I destroy this bed I will put on a nice hardwood... Ha! Who am I fooling. I destroy things so I will probably just cover it with plywood...
     
  18. Jan 17, 2024 at 12:38 PM
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    Composite?
     
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    Aluminum Dimond plate?
     
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    That would be fun getting the spare out.
     
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