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Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by simonreale, Jun 22, 2009.

  1. Jun 22, 2009 at 4:59 PM
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    vtragweed

    vtragweed Beef Slut

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    what kinda mpg are you getting with the supercharged
     
  2. Jun 22, 2009 at 5:40 PM
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    Jason'sLawnCare

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    I guess it just something different. We don't really have diesels here except in big trucks and few german sedans. Also maybe they are fuel conscience idk.
     
  3. Jun 22, 2009 at 6:06 PM
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    luk8272

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    Awsome. Love it.
     
  4. Jun 22, 2009 at 6:08 PM
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    AFButters Rigger, Please!!

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    Awesome
     
  5. Jun 22, 2009 at 6:11 PM
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    AFButters

    AFButters Rigger, Please!!

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    8 Turbo Diesel Hiluxs.. (1 not pictured...)

    [​IMG]

    Dont know what I would want more Turbo or S/C
     
  6. Jun 22, 2009 at 6:12 PM
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    Fire931

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    I WANT ONE!! but give me a diesel please.......
     
  7. Jun 22, 2009 at 6:16 PM
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    wait in line man! theres a long one to so bring a lunch
     
  8. Jun 22, 2009 at 6:21 PM
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    Fire931

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    ok i'm tired of waiting now.. i give up.. just stick with my taco.
     
  9. Jun 22, 2009 at 7:05 PM
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    AFButters

    AFButters Rigger, Please!!

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    I got the keys to all of them... Ill start the bidding at $100K each...
     
  10. Jun 22, 2009 at 7:12 PM
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    thats ok... i'll pass. pretty sure i dont want an abrams showing up at my house to take it back... lol
     
  11. Jun 22, 2009 at 9:11 PM
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    Im using around 11.5-12 Litres per 100 kilometres, im not sure how that works out in MPG.

    Diesel is about 10litres per 100 kilometres, but very gutless and boring compared to the V6. Its only a small 4cyl 3 Litre motor.
     
  12. Jun 22, 2009 at 10:54 PM
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    10 liters = 2.64 gallons. 100 kilometers = 61 miles. So 23 mpg.
     
  13. Jun 23, 2009 at 8:45 AM
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    i was gonan do the math...but then saw this post. thanks man :thumbsup:
     
  14. Jun 23, 2009 at 9:56 AM
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    Nice ride.
     
  15. Jun 23, 2009 at 10:22 AM
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    blackhawke88

    blackhawke88 wo ai ni bao bei ^_^

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    on a supercharged V6...

    awesome and orgasmic truck, nonetheless
     
  16. Jun 23, 2009 at 8:54 PM
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    Toyota also rates it as using less fuel then the naturally aspirated V6 4L and having owned both, this one does actually use less.. they where right for once.
     
  17. Jul 20, 2009 at 3:49 PM
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    Do you guys have any Diesel Tacoma's down there or are they priced out of the market? Do you have meets like we do here? Very interested in a Hilux diesel here in the states if they will ever come but would like to hear your comments on them and why you like or dislike them.

    YOU HAVE A FANTASTIC LOOKING TRUCK.....What size engine is it and what speed do you normally cruise? Do you use it for work or is this your toy for everyday commutes.....:confused:
     
  18. Jul 20, 2009 at 3:50 PM
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    All of us are looking for "WAY" better mileage...hence the last thread I sent you....
     
  19. Jul 20, 2009 at 4:34 PM
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    where can i get one of those bars here in states the one that goes in the bed. i have yet to see a tacoma with it but most of the hiluxes have them.
     
  20. Jul 20, 2009 at 4:40 PM
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    mick478

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    WTF!!!! HOOD STRUTS!!! why can we have them here???? HONESTLY!:rant:
     

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