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4WD vs 2WD prerunner

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Taco_Goon, Nov 24, 2012.

  1. Nov 24, 2012 at 11:16 PM
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    OZ-T

    OZ-T I hate my neighbour

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  2. Nov 24, 2012 at 11:19 PM
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    jbmccul

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    If you get a PreRunner I will bash your head in with a brick. Every time I look at my truck I regret not buying a 4x4
     
  3. Nov 24, 2012 at 11:29 PM
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    Get the 4x4. Once I get the opportunity I will be trading up for a 4x4.
     
  4. Nov 24, 2012 at 11:40 PM
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  5. Nov 25, 2012 at 12:18 AM
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    Lol, best comment yet!
     
  6. Nov 25, 2012 at 12:23 AM
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    Link7990

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    It depends on what you use your truck for if you just are going on highway driving prerunner is good if you plan on doing a lot of off roading go with the 4x4
     
  7. Nov 25, 2012 at 12:38 AM
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    I had a pretty good deal with the Pre Runner, since I don't plan on driving on anything rougher than dry dusty roads, or the occasional ice covered roads, it was obvious. I just plan to use it for a DD, haul things and people. After the experience and extra maintenance of a 4x4 on a previous truck. To me it was not worth it. If I were to get a 4x4 it would be a full size 1971-1979 GM P/U K10/20 and 465/205/350 combo, since I have more experience in that system. I can get a P/U like that for less than $2000, versus some $30K for "playing."

    That's my reason I got it, also much better then the old 2005 GMC Sierra W/T SWB I once had. Pretty much is what you are willing to spend and do with it.
     
  8. Nov 25, 2012 at 12:40 AM
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  9. Nov 25, 2012 at 12:49 AM
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  10. Nov 25, 2012 at 12:03 PM
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    That's full droop, not ride height.
    It's not paintful to drive, I assure you :D
     
  11. Nov 25, 2012 at 12:09 PM
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    Get 4x4 if you can afford it. I have 2wd prerunner with a locker. Even though I customized it to my liking; prerunner bumper, intake, headers exhaust, 3" lift, tires, etc... I still wish it was 4x4 :eek:
     
  12. Nov 25, 2012 at 12:15 PM
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    I've had both. I'd go ahead and spend the extra now on a 4X4.
     
  13. Nov 25, 2012 at 10:59 PM
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    I am going to definitely be getting the 4x4! I've been searching TW and other sites and seen quite a few ridiculously awesome looking 4x4 trucks so it's gonna happen!:cool: I have a lot to learn from everyone on here and once I get my truck you guys will definitely be hearing a lot more from me and I'll introduce everyone ;) :D
     

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