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Just joined and preparing to buy....

Discussion in 'New Members' started by sjandy, Apr 16, 2014.

  1. Apr 16, 2014 at 12:21 AM
    #1
    sjandy

    sjandy [OP] New Member

    Joined:
    Apr 13, 2014
    Member:
    #127612
    Messages:
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    Gender:
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    First Name:
    Andy
    San Jose, CA
    Well the forum suggests introducing yourself so here goes. Looks like I am preparing to buy. Current choice is

    Access Cab 4.0L Auto 4x4, TRD off-road and Tow package

    Any things that I should be aware of, do this, don't do that, or general advice will gratefully received.

    Today I sold my Mazdaspeed3 - it was great fun while it lasted (less than 2 years old), and am now waiting for the money to come through.

    The Tacoma will have two jobs -- picking up large items that I don't really need, and threatening to go off-roading. (I had a fun visit to Death Valley, and rented a jeep for Racetrack Playa and a fun destination "Lost Burro Mine".) And I want to see more -- in my own vehicle.

    I came here from UK in 2000, and am finally getting the truck I had always thought I would be in.

    I already got some good tips and a couple of answers from this community-- which is why I have joined.

    Looking forward to being part of TW.

    Andy
     
  2. Apr 16, 2014 at 1:56 AM
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    ZEROPILOT

    ZEROPILOT Can't re-MEMBER

    Joined:
    Jan 24, 2014
    Member:
    #121347
    Messages:
    583
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    ED
    SUNRISE,FLORIDA
    Vehicle:
    09 2.7 XTRA CAB 5 SPEED
    LARGER WHEELS. DIFFERENT STEREO. PUSH BAR. TAILGATE EXTENDER. WIPER MOD. TPMS LIGHT DELETE MOD.
    Welcome, Andy.
     
  3. Apr 16, 2014 at 5:50 AM
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    RLDTACO

    RLDTACO Well-Known Member

    Joined:
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    Member:
    #41121
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    11,978
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Bob
    Houston Tx.
    Vehicle:
    2010 DCLB PreRunner SR5
    Debadged,Tailgate theft mod,Extra D-rings,OEM bed mat,TRD exhaust, 5100 Billys@ 4 corners set@ 0 with Eibach springs, rear TSB springs.N-Fab tube Steps. TRD FJ SE wheels and Michelin LTX A/T 2's
    Welcome to TW! :wave:
     
  4. Apr 16, 2014 at 10:00 AM
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    Justus

    Justus fucks not given

    Joined:
    Jan 4, 2013
    Member:
    #94417
    Messages:
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    Gender:
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    First Name:
    Nabisco the kid
    In ur toolbox
    Vehicle:
    not so low, not so slow 2006 6 lug
    stockish
    AFter the speed3 (turbo right)?

    U may want a supercharger
     
  5. Apr 16, 2014 at 10:32 AM
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    jamesinkeys

    jamesinkeys Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Mar 27, 2012
    Member:
    #75758
    Messages:
    206
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    james
    florida keys
    Vehicle:
    pre runner
    pimped
    Check list before taking delivery ..I.M.H.O.

    Check all fluids, crankcase , service check A/T (now, a must do)
    Test drive long enough to detect drive shaft vibrations, wheel balance.
    place truck in direct sunlight for paint blotches, imperfections.
    check for uneven body gaps, doors, hood. cab and bed straight?
    check all electrical systems to go..
    All this need to know, from T.W....Might have left something off the list, in the excitement of driving off in a new Tacoma!..Good luck..
     

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