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Snake in the cabin heater ducts

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by silverstr8p, Jul 7, 2025 at 8:54 PM.

  1. Jul 8, 2025 at 7:20 PM
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    RichochetRabbit

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    I think you speak with a forked-tongue. :rimshot:
     
  2. Jul 8, 2025 at 7:38 PM
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    You don't even know...
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    Side note i managed to pick a 10 year old picture for that.
     
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  3. Jul 8, 2025 at 10:15 PM
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    Wait, there's a mobile snake dispatcher on this forum? We have evvvvverything here now :)

    I'm driving the truck tomorrow, curious if Mr. Paco will make a cameo. We just call it the snake truck now.
     
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  4. Jul 8, 2025 at 11:15 PM
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    RichochetRabbit

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    Reminds me ... my serpentine belt is due for replacement. Fangs for the reminder!
     
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    :facepalm::rofl::rofl:
     
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    How about a leaf blower and stick it under the dash? Let it sit there for a few minutes with the door open to see if it comes out. Leave the glovebox open also.
     
  8. Jul 9, 2025 at 9:21 AM
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    We got lots of outfits here in Phoenix that do rattlesnake removal - in and around peoples property, in the garage,
    heck the other day someone removed one from behind a fridge. These cats get a pretty good dollar for doing it too.

    Makes me wonder what kind of license you'd need, insurance etc.

    I'm not afraid of snakes as long as I can identify what it is. Given the proper tools they are easily removed and relocated.

    I think these cats get $75-$200 a pop depending on distance, time of day, number of snakes. Heck I saw a video of someone
    removing like 2 females and 20 babies at one location.... I should grab a bucket and some tongs and do this.
     
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  9. Jul 9, 2025 at 9:50 AM
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    Turn your truck in to an ice box with ac full blast like others have said. He will come out looking for warmth
     
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    Trucks' name is Snake Truck
    Snakes' name is Truck Snake

    I've never been accused of being very good with names...
     
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    Number of days since snake spotted on dash = 1
     
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    Hint: most snakes hate cinnamon and peppermint smells. Go to bath and body works and stock up on those god awful air fresheners
     
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    How the heck would anyone know about cinnamon bubble bath scent and snakes?
     
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    :rofl:
     
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    Certain scents work to keep deer and rabbits from gardens ... peppermint among those odors. Probably works on more ground-level (smells on the ground reach them) creatures like snakes.
     
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    My favorite scene in Gone In 60 Seconds is the Car Wash Scene at the end around 25:20.
     
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    This reminds me of the jerky boys call with the piano tuner when his dog is stuck in the piano…

    hoping your slithery friend leaves soon, and pray it’s not a she that leaves eggs behind!
     
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    Holy crap! :eek:
    That is a possibility I hadn't considered.

    Imagine driving along having a nice day and a dozen snakes drop out from under the dashboard.

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    On the other hand maybe you shouldn't imagine it...

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