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No offence, but is this whole ‘TRD’ thing stupid?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Stocklocker, Dec 17, 2017.

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  1. Dec 17, 2017 at 8:52 PM
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    Yup--it was the original buyer that bought into into it--I just took advantage of his stupidity (and willingness to eat the depreciation) when I bought it used in October of 2016...
     
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    And when TRD worked out so well, they rolled out the ultimate marketing swindle PRO!!! lol
     
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  3. Dec 17, 2017 at 8:52 PM
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    It's beyond stupid, it's embarrassing
     
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  4. Dec 17, 2017 at 8:52 PM
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  5. Dec 17, 2017 at 8:53 PM
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    Lol
     
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  6. Dec 17, 2017 at 8:57 PM
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    I see your point on "Toyota racing". Here is more history on TRD.

    https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toyota_Racing_Development

    By the way, in Japan they refer to TRD as Technocraft. I don't think I want that sticker on the back of my Tacoma.
     
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  7. Dec 17, 2017 at 9:01 PM
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    We (SWMBO and I) have not bought a new car in over 30 years; quickest way there is to lose thousands--just as soon as your plate goes on it.

    In fact very near the top of my "things NOT to do if I get another go-round" list is "buy a new car"...
     
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  9. Dec 17, 2017 at 9:02 PM
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    https://youtu.be/lsOK4zFoQOA

    Brothers Nismo on the dyno after having a Fast Intentions twin turbo installed. At 6lbs boost just over 500hp at the rear wheels, not the crank. The system looked like a work of art in itself.

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  10. Dec 17, 2017 at 9:05 PM
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    That is a Datsun sports coupe, I'm not certain I see any relevance?
     
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  11. Dec 17, 2017 at 9:06 PM
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    Pretty shiny things that go really fast !!!
     
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  12. Dec 17, 2017 at 9:07 PM
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    Except that Tacomas don't depreciate THAT much...o_O
     
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    Lol I was just going to post that :)
    I see used 15 & 16 models selling for more than my 17.
    Your right his rant does not hold water :).
     
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    Me either but this is fucking sweet...
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    I agree with you, except for the suspension part :thumbsup:
     
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    Don't over think it people. It's their way of making money, and they know damn well how to do that.
     
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    Work in progress...
    Actually what happens is the manufacture spends dollars and time testing ideas and engineering in the racing segment. Toyota Racing Development is a result of that money and time spent. Richard Petty's Dad, Lee Petty started it all with a rear view mirror if I remember it correctly.
     
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    Hey now. Don't tick me off. You wouldn't like me when I'm righteously indignant! :mad:

    I've been on TW long enough that i know you know that I only got a Pro because it had leather seats and NO sunroof.
     
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    First thing I bought was new suspension.
    Your 5100's are a definite improvement over the OR stuff!
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