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one ugly topper

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by John BIG, Dec 18, 2011.

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self made topper

Poll closed Jan 17, 2012.

  1. yes it's ugly

    70 vote(s)
    38.0%

  2. keep it

    114 vote(s)
    62.0%
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  1. Dec 19, 2011 at 4:33 AM
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  2. Dec 19, 2011 at 6:23 AM
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    It's not new, it's not Mexico
    It looks real useful, but attractive - not so much.
     
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  3. Dec 19, 2011 at 6:34 AM
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    I would paint the frame black then it will look great.
     
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  4. Dec 19, 2011 at 7:02 AM
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    John BIG

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    I'm thinking of that too.... THanks


     
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  5. Dec 19, 2011 at 7:12 AM
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    I think it looks great, and it will keep the kids dry when they are riding back there. LOL
     
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  6. Dec 19, 2011 at 7:12 AM
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    I have a Trac-Rac, and now I'm thinking of doing something like this.

    You need to make a how-to thread.
     
    Xshark, Dec 19, 2011
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  7. Dec 19, 2011 at 7:13 AM
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    If it works for you keep it!!!!
     
    Faryota, Dec 19, 2011
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  8. Dec 19, 2011 at 7:24 AM
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    [​IMG]

    [​IMG]

    some more pics
     
    John BIG, Dec 19, 2011
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  9. Dec 19, 2011 at 7:27 AM
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    That's what I say..... THey said they better off my truck and just ride with mom..
     
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  10. Dec 19, 2011 at 7:31 AM
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    Sure!! I will! I just need to make the sides then I'll make a how-to-thread.. I'll try to keep the cost as low as I can to inspire those with ladder rack do the same thing. It's less than $100 right now..
     
    John BIG, Dec 19, 2011
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  11. Dec 19, 2011 at 9:15 AM
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    I like it a lot too. I haul kayaks and camping gear several times a year and that would work great (perfect when you get the sides covered). I have a HF 4x8 trailer that I built for that duty.
     
    Fodder4U, Dec 19, 2011
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  12. Dec 19, 2011 at 10:00 AM
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    [​IMG]

    Thank a lot to all who voted... Like it or you don't, I appreciate your input.... I'm keeping it for now that "keep it" is still ahead....
     
    John BIG, Dec 19, 2011
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  13. Dec 19, 2011 at 10:14 AM
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    I like it a lot. The question was asked if its ugly though, and I voted yes. But I do think its a great topper, just not that pretty. Great work and keep the pics coming.
     
    drtydru, Dec 19, 2011
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  14. Dec 19, 2011 at 11:00 AM
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    Lol... I should have a third choice....

     
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  15. Dec 19, 2011 at 11:03 AM
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    Nice job. I have a Softopper and about the only thing I want to do to improve it is to somehow put a rack over the top of it. Your ingenuity only enhances that desire. I don't know how to do it but there has to be a way. Also I vote to switch to black canvas and black rack. Would look great with the white truck and your black rims. My truck is white with a black Softopper. love it. :cool:
     
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  16. Dec 19, 2011 at 11:20 AM
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    Keep it and sell me your baja rack :D
     
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  17. Dec 19, 2011 at 4:01 PM
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    Good looks don't get you out of the trails. Functional, keep it.
     
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  18. Dec 19, 2011 at 4:21 PM
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    Lol! Did you get your quote from Mr.Wheel Deal?

     
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  19. Dec 19, 2011 at 4:23 PM
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    Looks shop bought to me, looks great
     
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  20. Dec 19, 2011 at 5:35 PM
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    Thanks .....:D
     
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