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Austin Area TW Chapter (all gens welcome, even T4Rs; heck, just make it a Toyota and we're good)

Discussion in 'Texas' started by CaptAmerica, Jan 18, 2016.

  1. Mar 4, 2018 at 3:25 PM
    redtaco512

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    I sure hope not.

    And yeah man I definitely plan on making every meet up y’all have. Unfortunately I can make it for this months meet up at zilker :mad:

    I really enjoy the seat warmers and the leather is holding up well so far. I got the shell for my two dogs so they won’t tear up the leather. They love their new home back there. No more drool and constant panting in my ear on road trips! :amen:
     
  2. Mar 4, 2018 at 3:26 PM
    ChadsPride

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    That's awesome! I'd definitely consider a shell if I had some pups.
     
  3. Mar 4, 2018 at 3:30 PM
    redtaco512

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    It’s been a lot more peaceful on trips for sure and having the extra cab space.

    So far the pros outweigh the cons to me having a shell. Coulda shoulda woulda got a snug top but I’m moderately happy with the Leer XL. Craigslist snag of the century for me lol most used shells out there are for 6ft beds
     
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  4. Mar 4, 2018 at 3:50 PM
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  5. Mar 4, 2018 at 4:14 PM
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    Recovery upgrade achieved.....
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  6. Mar 4, 2018 at 4:45 PM
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    Looks good man!!
     
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  8. Mar 4, 2018 at 5:08 PM
    Misplaced Nebraskan

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    Back home with a belly full of Rudy's. Had a gift card to burn. Yup... Nap soon :bananadead:
     
  9. Mar 4, 2018 at 5:19 PM
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    Enjoying the back porch tonight all the way up until bed time. Temperature is so nice right now especially right here by the river.
     
  10. Mar 4, 2018 at 5:23 PM
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    Was scary cutting that hole, even with the template it doesn't appear like it will line up right but it does
     
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    Misplaced Nebraskan

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    It is perfect porch beer weather right now. Think i may...
     
  12. Mar 4, 2018 at 5:29 PM
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    You should! Enjoying a few myself since I got a little older today :D
     
  13. Mar 4, 2018 at 5:30 PM
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    I've been looking at options most of the day myself. Prices look on par with what I've seen for individual high quality pieces. That said I think you might be able to piece it out cheaper without using cheap, no-name components. Strength limits look like they're sufficient
     
  14. Mar 4, 2018 at 5:31 PM
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    Happy birthday sir
     
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  15. Mar 4, 2018 at 5:32 PM
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    Takes some cajones that’s for sure! Turned out slick man
     
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    In this same boat right now. Quite a bit to choose from with recovery gear. Just depends on how far off the beaten trail you’re trying to go.
     
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    Misplaced Nebraskan

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    Happy birthday! Beer pic coming soon for ya.
     
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    Thanks, I'm really digging it.
     
  19. Mar 4, 2018 at 5:38 PM
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    Here... I upgraded from light to fully loaded :rofl:
     
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