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Discussion in 'New Members' started by Smudgey, Jul 7, 2013.

  1. Jul 7, 2013 at 6:05 PM
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    Smudgey

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    Smudgey [OP] Trying to save the manuals

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    Hey folks!

    Name's Jack, I'm 18 and just got my first truck...its an 07 Tacoma regular cab base model. 5-speed, 4x2, 2.7L I4...pretty much the cheapest and most accessible Tacoma for a kid going off to college with his bike and kayak like me.

    I bought the truck completely stock on 6/26/2013, it had been sitting on the lot for over 2 months despite only having 28,000 miles because it was a stick and no one could drive it. Truth is, I couldn't either! After the paperwork was signed, my Dad drove it home, and then subsequently spent the next 2 nights teaching me how to drive it. Yes, I stalled at a lot of intersections. And 4-way stops. And parking lots. But I've got the hang of it now, and love driving it compared to my parents' automatics.

    I have plans for modding the truck over the time I spend with it. My grille and headlights have definitely seen better days, so I toothpasted the 'lights and plasti-dipped the grille. I plan on buying some blacked out headlights. The windows have been tinted since these photos were taken. I also want to put some larger wheels and tires on it - I am thinking the 18" gunmetal 2012 Camry SE wheels with medium profile tires.

    Question for you folks out there...how do I go about finding a solid tonneau cover for my 6-footer? I have looked all over online and all the hard ones I see are for 00-04 or are for 5' beds.

    Couple more pics for your viewing pleasure...
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    (first time taking my bike out with it)
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    Smudgey, Jul 7, 2013
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  2. Jul 7, 2013 at 6:07 PM
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    schiz94

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    Welcome to Tacomaworld! Undercover Tonneaus FTW. should be able to find a local dealer. Not cheap, but def the best imo.
     
    schiz94, Jul 7, 2013
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  3. Jul 7, 2013 at 6:08 PM
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    AcadianTaco

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    Welcome to TW Jack.
     
    AcadianTaco, Jul 7, 2013
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  4. Jul 7, 2013 at 6:08 PM
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  5. Jul 7, 2013 at 6:08 PM
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    drunktaco

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    Icon ext travel C/O's, Total Chaos UCA's, King R/R shocks, All-Pro leaf pack, lights, RCI skid, Brute Force sliders, ect.
    Congrats on the new truck and welcome :wave:
     
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  6. Jul 7, 2013 at 6:11 PM
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    MY50cal

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    Yep.
    Welcome to TW :wave:
     
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  7. Jul 7, 2013 at 6:12 PM
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    Steves104x4

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    Looking good.
     
    Steves104x4, Jul 7, 2013
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  8. Jul 7, 2013 at 6:22 PM
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    Smudgey

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    Smudgey [OP] Trying to save the manuals

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    Thanks for the warm welcome guys...seems like there's a lot of variety here! Some are bagged and lowered, some are baja desert rally ready, some are obsessed with stormtroopers.

    @schiz94, $865 seems like alot for an unpainted cover...but I will definitely consider it if it allows me to keep all the OE moveable tiedowns in place.
     
    Smudgey, Jul 7, 2013
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  9. Jul 7, 2013 at 6:28 PM
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    Hey Jack. Welcome aboard! Nice looking truck. Enjoy your ride, the college experience, and TW for all they're worth!
     
    Az4x4, Jul 7, 2013
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  10. Jul 7, 2013 at 7:49 PM
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  11. Jul 8, 2013 at 2:32 AM
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    Welcome aboard! :wave:
     
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  12. Jul 9, 2013 at 10:41 AM
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    That seems kinda steep. i was quoted 650 installed, trust me dude. they are the most durable/ easiest to take on and off. WORTH IT
     
    schiz94, Jul 9, 2013
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  13. Jul 9, 2013 at 6:22 PM
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    Welcome
     
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  14. Jul 9, 2013 at 6:23 PM
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    :wave:
     
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  15. Jul 9, 2013 at 6:29 PM
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    When I was 18, bought a 1986 Honda CRX that was 5 speed. Could not drive it either, my friend had to drive it home and teach me...
     
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