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Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Laugh4044, May 24, 2017.

  1. May 24, 2017 at 5:06 PM
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    Laugh4044

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    Brand new 2017 TRD Off Road 4x4 I had to test out today. Bone stock and less than 300 miles when I hit the trail so I didn't go too hard on her. This is my first Toyota after driving Fords. I will say the ride quality off road, on rocks, and in the mud was much more comfy than my F250. The Ford would rattle teeth loose on this same 15 mile trail. I felt like I was riding on a cloud today with the Taco. She didn't even think about stopping and plowed right through whatever I was brave enough to put it through (I haven't gotten the first scratch on it yet...I wasn't going to dog her). There will be plenty more tests ahead. So far I'm thoroughly impressed.

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    Laugh4044, May 24, 2017
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  2. May 24, 2017 at 5:09 PM
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    Congrats
     
    shakerhood, May 24, 2017
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  3. May 24, 2017 at 5:13 PM
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    navin r

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    Nice truck, congrats. My previous vehicle was an 11' JKU Rubi, great off road but imho only at slow speeds. My 17' DCSB OR can do pretty much the same trails as the rubi but much faster.
     
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  4. May 24, 2017 at 5:23 PM
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    FrankJake

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    Shift Sense Pro, HomeLink Mirror, Screen Protector, Tinted Windows, Now onto the expensive stuff
    Congrats on the new truck. I too come from a long line of Fords with the latest being my F-250 Super Duty with the 7.3. I hope I learn to love my new Tacoma as much as I did that Ford.
     
    FrankJake, May 24, 2017
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  5. May 24, 2017 at 5:27 PM
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    Nice!
     
    cosmicfires, May 24, 2017
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  6. May 24, 2017 at 5:28 PM
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    bilplat

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    Nice truck! Is that a malinois in your profile pic? I bet he/she loves the truck too!
     
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  7. May 24, 2017 at 5:28 PM
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    kevinlambchops

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    Nice to see some long beds, so many short beds on the forums haha
     
    kevinlambchops, May 24, 2017
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  8. May 24, 2017 at 5:46 PM
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    I absolutely loved my F250 but decided to downsize my payment so I could help send my kids to college. I think I made the right choice with the Tacoma.
     
    Laugh4044, May 24, 2017
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  9. May 24, 2017 at 5:47 PM
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    It is a crazy Mal. He hasn't been in the truck yet but I'm sure he'll love it.
     
    Laugh4044, May 24, 2017
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  10. May 24, 2017 at 5:49 PM
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    This is my 2nd Tacoma. Everyone in my family has had Fords and Toyotas. I think I made the right choice as well. Enjoy your new truck man. That's what I plan to do.
     
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  11. May 24, 2017 at 5:49 PM
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    Congrats! Mine comes in next week, can't wait!
     
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  12. May 24, 2017 at 7:24 PM
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    lol...yes, Fords can rattle your teeth and give you headaches when your head bounces up and hits the cab ceiling. I also have enjoyed the comfort of the ride on my Taco and am very pleased with the maneuvering in the soft sand on the beach. I also "downsized" from a GMC Sierra and I am very glad that I decided to make the change.
     
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  13. May 24, 2017 at 7:29 PM
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    I'm a fan of the sierra's but have only owned a tacoma. Guess you always want what you can't have. What made you switch over to the Tacoma?
     
    kevinlambchops, May 24, 2017
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  14. May 24, 2017 at 7:34 PM
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    Congrats! I'm sure you'll love your taco!
     
    habanero_taco, May 24, 2017
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  15. May 24, 2017 at 7:42 PM
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    Congrats!
     
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  16. May 24, 2017 at 7:46 PM
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    Good looking truck, got any plans for it?
     
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  17. May 24, 2017 at 9:20 PM
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    Congrats!!
     
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  18. May 25, 2017 at 2:45 AM
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    For now just some steps and maybe the TRD PRO cat back exhaust. I'll keep everything OEM for warranty purposes for now.
     
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  19. May 25, 2017 at 9:12 AM
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    Sounds good, be curious how the exhaust does for you.
     
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  20. May 25, 2017 at 9:17 AM
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    :thumbsup: Congrats on the new ride.
     
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