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What's wrong with Pre-Runners?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Shwaa, Jul 23, 2014.

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  1. Jul 23, 2014 at 6:17 PM
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    Shwaa

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    Surfing around this very informative and expansive site, checking out different forums etc....

    I have seen on a few occasions people say "Whatever you do, don't buy a Pre-Runner". Generally they are in response to people unsure about what make/model to buy

    Is there a reason for this? My 2013 TRD OR Pre-Runner seems pretty sweet, but could be the biggest P.O.S. for all I know.....
     
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  2. Jul 23, 2014 at 6:18 PM
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    Nothing wrong with them unless you need 4x4.. its just people giving people shit.
     
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  3. Jul 23, 2014 at 6:20 PM
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    Oh, ok...so they don't make a 4WD Pre-Runner I take it. Gotcha.
     
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  4. Jul 23, 2014 at 6:24 PM
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    There is nothing " wrong " with them it is more of a preference thing based on what your desires and needs are for functionality and use.
     
    Echo8404, Jul 23, 2014
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  5. Jul 23, 2014 at 6:25 PM
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    Got it, makes sense. Thanks
     
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  6. Jul 23, 2014 at 6:28 PM
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    This is my second prerunner and I love it . If you don't need a 4x4 then they are great . You get the same ground clearance and suspension with less maintenance and you have the same suspension up grade options. Just my 2 cents. ;)
     
    tacoma guy, Jul 23, 2014
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  7. Jul 23, 2014 at 6:36 PM
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    A pre-runner is basically a 2wd riding on the higher clearance 4wd suspension
     
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  8. Jul 23, 2014 at 6:37 PM
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    If you want to drive on dirt roads with minivans buy a prerunner. If you want to get out on trails that not everyone cant do then get a 4X4.
     
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  9. Jul 23, 2014 at 6:39 PM
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    Got it. To be honest I didn't do much research into it...I sat in it, took it for a test drive, loved it and bought it. I knew I didn't need 4WD, but aside from that I was open for anything.

    My only other truck experience was my 1993 Toyota 4cyl p/u truck that lasted me 17 years. Threw in a "city car" after that for a couple years and had to go back to the truck...
     
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  10. Jul 23, 2014 at 6:41 PM
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    I've had four 4x4 tacomas and have a prerunner now. I love it. It's all in what you need, I don't need 4 wheel drive now
     
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  11. Jul 23, 2014 at 6:50 PM
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    Buy what you need ... not what you think others think you need ... I think.

    I do not climb trails ... crawl over rocks ... live in the Yukon ...

    I do travel fire roads ... haul firewood ... male runs to The Home Depot ... so I have a Prerunner ...

    It's a great ride
     
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  12. Jul 23, 2014 at 6:51 PM
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    they're not the same as 4x4s and people feel the need to talk down/bash anything that isnt the same as theirs
     
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  13. Jul 23, 2014 at 6:52 PM
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    TMI, man.
     
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  15. Jul 23, 2014 at 6:58 PM
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    Come on Josh ... roll with it ... :D
     
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  16. Jul 23, 2014 at 7:01 PM
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    exactly

    exactly

    ;)
     
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  17. Jul 23, 2014 at 7:14 PM
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    Op, if you think the PreRunner bashing is nuts here, start a new topic. "Which truck is better to buy for my first truck TRD-Sport or TRD-Off Road" then sit back and watch the crap fly across the room.

    TW, would have you believe owning a "Sport" is more useless than 5-Lug (nothing against 5-lugs) just saying.
     
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  18. Jul 23, 2014 at 7:47 PM
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    Go PreRunner TRD OR. While I have a 4x4, your locker rocks, I've seen Prerunners do amazing things. Locked rear and lighter up front. Don't listen to the nay Sayers




    Btw. 4x4 FTMFW !




    BS. Everyone secretly loves the skewp!
     
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  19. Jul 23, 2014 at 7:49 PM
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