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Discussion in 'New Members' started by Bloody Elbows, Jun 18, 2018.

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  1. Jun 18, 2018 at 12:59 PM
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    Bloody Elbows

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    I am planning to purchase a 2015-2017 Taco. I like the 2015 styling, but the newer model is nice too. I'm wanting something that I will get many miles out of in the future. I'm currently driving a 2009 Dodge Ram that I inherited when my mom passed away. For 15 years prior to that I was driving VWs.
    I definitely want a double cab, V6, with either a TRD or TSS package. Anything I should be aware of or looking out for in the 2015-2017 area?
     
    Bloody Elbows, Jun 18, 2018
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  2. Jun 18, 2018 at 1:05 PM
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    Comatose

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    Comatose You snuff it, we stuff it.

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    You're not ready. Sorry about your moms though.
     
    Comatose, Jun 18, 2018
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  3. Jun 18, 2018 at 1:14 PM
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    CampTruck

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    CampTruck Thats. What. She. Said.

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    TSS is a safety feature on 18’s. TRD is a trim package in either Off Road or Sport packages. Each with different standard mechanical and appearance options.

    I would familiarize yourself with the different trims and start your research around what you will use the truck for. The Off road (OR) will have more Off Road capability standard while the Sport will be capable off road but more purpose built for on road use.

    That is the 30 second intro and my $.02
     
    CampTruck, Jun 18, 2018
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  4. Jun 18, 2018 at 1:41 PM
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    Welcome to TW!!
     
    buckhuntin-tacoma, Jun 18, 2018
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  5. Jun 18, 2018 at 1:45 PM
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    :pccoffee::wave:
     
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  6. Jun 18, 2018 at 1:52 PM
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    LDL

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    Welcome! Sorry to hear about your mom.
    TRD stands for Toyota Racing Development. You can choose from the Sport, Off Road or Pro models. The basic model below the TRD is the SR5.
    TSS stands for Toyota Safety Sense, it's only available on the 2018 models (I believe it's standard on all 2018s), it's the lane departure and pre collision warning system.
     
    LDL, Jun 18, 2018
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  7. Jun 18, 2018 at 1:58 PM
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    NAAC3TACO Middle aged member

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    Color matched door handles, Weathertech floor liners, bed mat, Durafit seat covers, tailgate clamp, 2016 TRD Sport 17" wheels with Yokohama Geolander AT tires , Toyota exhaust tip, Toyota/Yakima bike rail mount, Toyota wheel locks, Toyota hitch cover, Redline hood struts, unifilter on air pump.
    Welcome!
     
    NAAC3TACO, Jun 18, 2018
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  8. Jun 18, 2018 at 2:36 PM
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    Bloody Elbows

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    Why would you say I'm not ready?
     
    Bloody Elbows, Jun 18, 2018
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  9. Jun 18, 2018 at 2:42 PM
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    ALI3N_123

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    ALI3N_123 ( -_･)ᡕᠵ᠊ᡃ່࡚ࠢ࠘⸝່ࠡࠣ᠊߯᠆ࠣ࠘ᡁࠣ࠘᠊᠊ࠢ࠘

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    ALI3N_123, Jun 18, 2018
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  10. Jun 18, 2018 at 2:43 PM
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    I'm familiar with the trims. I've always liked the Tacoma, just was into cars for a while. The TRD sport seems like the route I'm looking to take. I'd love a 4x4, but I don't think that I will use it enough to justify it. I'm wondering if there are any specific things to look for as far as years or engines to avoid.
     
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  11. Jun 18, 2018 at 2:56 PM
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    Comatose

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    Comatose You snuff it, we stuff it.

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    Just trolling the thread title. Don't rule out a low mileage 2nd Gen, they are great trucks. Do some more research before you commit.
     
    Comatose, Jun 18, 2018
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  12. Jun 18, 2018 at 3:47 PM
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    CampTruck Thats. What. She. Said.

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    I stand corrected.
     
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  13. Jun 18, 2018 at 6:01 PM
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    I thought TSS was only on Tundra models, until I saw a TSS Tacoma at Costco.
     
    ALI3N_123, Jun 18, 2018
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  14. Jun 18, 2018 at 6:13 PM
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    Welcome to TW!
     
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  15. Jun 18, 2018 at 7:09 PM
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  16. Jun 18, 2018 at 7:25 PM
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    1st gen Tacoma’s 2.7 4cyl 3.4 v6
    2nd gen Tacoma’s 2.7 4cyl 4.0 v6
    3rd gen Tacoma’s 2.7 4cyl 3.5 v6

    All engines have been proven reliable with the exception of the 3.5 in the 3rd gen (hasn’t been out long enough to prove it’s durability)
     
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  17. Jun 18, 2018 at 8:21 PM
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    LDL

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    I see, I don't think that's available in California. What does the TSS trim come with?
     
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  18. Jun 18, 2018 at 8:22 PM
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    ALI3N_123

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  19. Jun 18, 2018 at 8:29 PM
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    Trd off road FTW!! welcome to TW!
     
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  20. Jun 19, 2018 at 2:13 PM
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    I test drove a 2016 V6 and a 2015 TRD off road. The TRD was way better. The TSS isn't my cup of tea.
     
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