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Discussion in 'New Members' started by Edgehunter, Mar 30, 2019.

  1. Mar 30, 2019 at 5:54 AM
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    Edgehunter

    Edgehunter [OP] Active Member

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    I'm ready to upgrade...been driving a 88xtra cab..93 motor...for 15 years or so...
    Looking for a 2005 - 2012 or so..low miles...
    I'm in NC.... access cab..V6 .. manual...
    Questions... What are the better years?
    Least trouble? I'm used to the V6 but been thinking about the 4cyl?... Don't do much towing...just a boat or small trailer...
    Really appreciate any input....
     
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  2. Mar 30, 2019 at 6:00 AM
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    medic2230

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  3. Mar 30, 2019 at 6:04 AM
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    irayfz6

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    Welcome!

    I would try to find some 4 and 6 cylinders in your area and test drive both to see if you if you can live with the 4.
     
  4. Mar 30, 2019 at 6:08 AM
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    Edgehunter

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    I've test drove a V6..4 door...6 sp...it's a nice truck but prefer a access cab...I'm afraid to drive a 4 cylinder...lol..I know I'll like it...there's a 2007 blue access cab..low miles close by....I'd probably buy it if I drive it...haha
     
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  5. Mar 30, 2019 at 6:23 AM
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    Bigdaddy4760

    Bigdaddy4760 Well traveled Older Than Dirt

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  6. Mar 30, 2019 at 10:26 AM
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    buckhuntin-tacoma

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    Welcome to TW!!
     
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  7. Mar 30, 2019 at 12:26 PM
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    irayfz6

    irayfz6 TTC #0249

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    Well what are you waiting for?!

    :boink:
     
  8. Mar 30, 2019 at 1:06 PM
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    Edgehunter

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    Irayfz6. Do you have the 4cyl?
     
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  9. Mar 30, 2019 at 1:08 PM
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    Edgehunter

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  10. Mar 30, 2019 at 1:09 PM
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    Edgehunter

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    I do like it's...pretty good looking truck..
     
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  11. Mar 30, 2019 at 1:45 PM
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    irayfz6

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    No, mine’s the V6. I have never driven a truck with a 4 cylinder.
     
  12. Mar 30, 2019 at 1:52 PM
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    michael roberts

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    Welcome, there you go.... a real clean Truck, with the right amount of doors.
     
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  13. Mar 31, 2019 at 9:45 AM
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    Edgehunter

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    Any more opinions?
     
  14. Mar 31, 2019 at 10:03 AM
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    Blazing Blue13

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    6 cyl all the way
     
  15. Mar 31, 2019 at 10:55 AM
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    smitty997

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    Looking good, welcome!
     
  16. Mar 31, 2019 at 3:08 PM
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  17. Apr 14, 2019 at 8:09 AM
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    Edgehunter

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    I'm having a time trying to find a used Tacoma...
    Check out a 08 yesterday...nice truck...very little rust...but the back bumper has been hit...but...someone was in the process of buying it when I got there!.... Looked at a nice one last Saturday...rusted out...frame...
    The blue one above...a base 2.7...priced way to high... Got one more to check out.. 08 access cab,
    123,000 miles...v6..6sp Manuel...$15,500...
    Getting aggravated....lol...I'll find one sooner or later..haha....
     
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  18. Apr 14, 2019 at 8:12 AM
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    Edgehunter

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    Screenshot_20190414-111103.jpg may be the one...hopefully...
     
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  19. Apr 14, 2019 at 8:13 AM
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    mtip

    mtip Go Outside & Play!!!

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    Welcome to TW, and good luck with your search.
     
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  20. Apr 14, 2019 at 8:38 AM
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    michael roberts

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    Try expanding your search radius. Maybe out of your county, or even a out of state. It's a big one time purchase so take the time to get it right, and maybe be prepared to travel to get what you exactly what you want.
     
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