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Discussion in 'New Members' started by Howser87, Dec 15, 2011.

  1. Dec 15, 2011 at 9:50 PM
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    Howser87

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    Howdy all, been lurking for about a month now. It seems like every google search for some sort of question on the Tacoma leads here.

    About me
    I am 24, live in the paradise *cough*hack* that is southern California. I fix computers for a living, not cars. I am a bit mechanically inclined, but I am used to working on my '87 244 Volvo. The latest batch of wiring problems proved it's time for a new ride. For the last year I have been researching trucks that would fit my need. I am a bit tired of leaving my clunker at home when I want to head out to the desert or mountains.

    I will be buying a used 2nd Gen Tacoma double cab, preferably 4x4, sometime in early 2012. I have to admit to being a bit obsessed with the planned purchase. I have a list of things to make the truck my own over the first couple years.
     
    Howser87, Dec 15, 2011
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  2. Dec 15, 2011 at 9:57 PM
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    sir1123

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    sir1123 Tacomas FTMFW!!!!

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    3"Ebaich with 5100 Bilstiens, K&N cai, 5% 3M Tint, Magnaflow 18", Hella 500s with 35w 3000k hid retro, 33x9.5x15 BFG A/T
    prepare to never take your eyes off this site...haha welcoma and can't wait to see what you do to it make sure you make a build thred so we can see the new truck and your customizations..
    peace form South Carolina
     
    sir1123, Dec 15, 2011
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  3. Dec 15, 2011 at 10:01 PM
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    R o C C o 5 7

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    Pro Comp 6" lift.Icon Coilovers,Total Chaos UCAs,Magna Flow muffler,N Fab step bars,front windows titnt
    Welcome to TW;Hit us up with some pics when you get your taco.Good luck with your purchase!!!!!
     
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  4. Dec 16, 2011 at 5:46 AM
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    Welcome! :wave:
     
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  5. Dec 16, 2011 at 6:27 AM
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    Always smart to find out ahead of time what you're getting into. Before I bought my used 07, I saw that the compass/temp was not working and I had already read here about the common issue and how to fix it. I got to argue that it was broken for a few bucks discount which I then just fixed w/a soldering iron in 30 minutes! :D
     
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  6. Dec 16, 2011 at 6:30 AM
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    Welcome from Nevada! :wave:
     
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  7. Dec 16, 2011 at 6:34 AM
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    TRD Cat-back Exhaust. Semi-Debadged. Trimmed down stock Antenna. Weathertech vent visors. TRD FJ Cruiser Center Cap Wheel Mod. 265/75/16 Firestone Destination A/T,s . Inverter tapped into for outlet in cab. Tacomaworld sticker which adds 5 hp.
    Welcome, good luck when you get the truck!
     
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  8. Dec 16, 2011 at 5:43 PM
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    access cover,sport hood, Grillcraft color match grill, devil horns (red),hella 500's behind grille\
    Welcome,hope you find what you are looking for:D
     
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  9. Dec 17, 2011 at 10:58 AM
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    3" OME lift 885s & Dakars riding on 33" KM2s
    [​IMG]Welcome to TW from Sparks, NV[​IMG]
     
    4Wheelin4Banger, Dec 17, 2011
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  10. Dec 17, 2011 at 4:57 PM
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    Aloha
     
    Tigahshark, Dec 17, 2011
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  11. Dec 21, 2011 at 7:49 AM
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    Welcome to Tacoma world
     
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  12. Dec 21, 2011 at 7:59 AM
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    Welcome from Portland Oregon!
     
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  13. Dec 21, 2011 at 8:07 AM
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    Welcome from MA.
     
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