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Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by dandailey, Mar 7, 2015.

  1. Mar 7, 2015 at 7:46 AM
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    dandailey

    dandailey [OP] King Tundra

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    Hello everyone. Long time Tacoma owner and TW member here.
    In process of getting Wife to be happy changing our '13 DCLB Sport, with a new Tundra.
    Hopefully I can get her on board shortly. I'm looking forward to the 5.7V8. :burnrubber:
    Looking forward chatting with you all.
    Thanks, DanD
     
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  2. Mar 7, 2015 at 9:27 AM
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    T-Rex266

    T-Rex266 Elon approved Staff Member

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    Welcome! Which model are you looking at?
     
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  3. Mar 7, 2015 at 10:44 AM
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    Welcome over!
     
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  4. Mar 7, 2015 at 12:19 PM
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    dandailey

    dandailey [OP] King Tundra

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    DC standard bed, TRD off road.
     
  5. Mar 7, 2015 at 3:37 PM
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    csuviper

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    Welcome
     
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  6. Mar 8, 2015 at 4:53 AM
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    dandailey

    dandailey [OP] King Tundra

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    Bakflip Revolver X2 ,Nestahedition Firestalk antenna, TRD dual exhaust, WeatherTech liners, in channel deflectors, 20% tint front, Tundra bed mat.AFE pro dry s filter,SA XDM 3.8 compact 9mm., Wheel to wheel N-Fab 3 steps.Lamin-X yellow on fogs, Bilstein 6112's top setting, BFG KO2's 275/70-18.Pioneer HU, JL RD amp, Focal speakers everywhere.
    Thanks guys.
     
  7. Mar 8, 2015 at 7:14 AM
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    chphilo

    chphilo Tundra addict

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    Welcome to the forum from Western PA. 5.7 is definitely the way to go. I recently changed my tires (each tire is 40 lbs heavier than the stock) and the truck hardly notices any difference.
     
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  8. Mar 8, 2015 at 7:56 PM
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    MotoTundra

    MotoTundra The Ocho

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    I agree on the 5.7. Tell her bigger is safer.
    Good luck! I also came from a taco (and TW) and I love the tundra so far.
     
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  9. Mar 9, 2015 at 6:16 AM
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    T-Rex266

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    Do it right and the 5.7. You won't regret it.
     
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  10. Mar 19, 2015 at 2:56 PM
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    dandailey

    dandailey [OP] King Tundra

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    Bakflip Revolver X2 ,Nestahedition Firestalk antenna, TRD dual exhaust, WeatherTech liners, in channel deflectors, 20% tint front, Tundra bed mat.AFE pro dry s filter,SA XDM 3.8 compact 9mm., Wheel to wheel N-Fab 3 steps.Lamin-X yellow on fogs, Bilstein 6112's top setting, BFG KO2's 275/70-18.Pioneer HU, JL RD amp, Focal speakers everywhere.
    Well it looks as if the wife is softening on us upgrading to the Tundra. Maybe this Saturday. ... :burnrubber:
     
  11. Mar 19, 2015 at 3:10 PM
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    dandailey

    dandailey [OP] King Tundra

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    20150308_112940.jpg This would be the one.
     
  12. Mar 19, 2015 at 4:06 PM
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    mdavis

    mdavis I need a beer.

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    Nice. I dont believe Ive seen that color before. I like it.
     
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  13. Mar 19, 2015 at 7:32 PM
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    csuviper

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    Awesome, do it
     
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  14. Mar 20, 2015 at 6:24 AM
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    T-Rex266

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    Awwww yaaaa
     
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  15. Mar 20, 2015 at 7:25 AM
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    DOOOOOOOOO IT! Love the color man
     
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  16. Mar 23, 2015 at 11:25 AM
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    jonsylvia

    jonsylvia Gone camping

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    For me the deciding factor was the killer trade in that Toyota gave me for my 2012 Tacoma and the 1.9% financing.

    I love my new Tundra.
     
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  17. Mar 23, 2015 at 5:11 PM
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    mdavis

    mdavis I need a beer.

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    SO, did you do it????
     
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  18. Mar 25, 2015 at 7:44 PM
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    dandailey

    dandailey [OP] King Tundra

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    Actually no, not yet. The wife doesn't think I should buy another new truck so soon. We'll see if I can swing her.
     
  19. Mar 25, 2015 at 8:19 PM
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    T-Rex266

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    See is the dealer will let you use it for a day or two...it might help convince her.
     
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  20. Mar 28, 2015 at 9:31 AM
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    dandailey [OP] King Tundra

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    Sitting at the dealer as I type, working on bringing it home.:bananadance:
     
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  21. Mar 28, 2015 at 11:25 AM
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    :cheers: keep us posted!
     
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  22. Mar 28, 2015 at 2:47 PM
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    Convincing the wife might be a tough one. Better beg for forgiveness then ask for permission. Just go for it big man!!
     
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  23. Mar 28, 2015 at 5:55 PM
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    dandailey [OP] King Tundra

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    Finally took it home.20150328_151605_resized.jpg
    Definitely a big difference in size compared to my 2013 Taco.
    Happiness... :headbang:
    My wife is one in a million...
     
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  24. Mar 28, 2015 at 6:27 PM
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    mdavis I need a beer.

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    Congrats man! :cheers: That's one beautiful truck! Let the mods begin. :thumbsup:
     
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  25. Mar 28, 2015 at 6:28 PM
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    T-Rex266

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    Congrats!! What's the first mod you may be doing to it?
     
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  26. Mar 28, 2015 at 6:32 PM
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    Mike Tread lightly.

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    yep bank account is running low from it..
    Good looking..
     
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  27. Mar 28, 2015 at 6:45 PM
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    csuviper

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    Woot woot awesome. Glad she finally gave in and let you take it home.
     
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  28. Mar 28, 2015 at 6:46 PM
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    dandailey

    dandailey [OP] King Tundra

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    Well not sure if it counts ,but already pulled the long antenna and replaced with a 8" stubby.
    Coming will be some type of Nerf steps or sliders. Will get 30%tint in front windows this week.
    So much to spend dollars on...
    This the first 4x4 I've owned so will need to get to know that system better.
    Maybe put a tundras.com sticker on it?
     
  29. Mar 28, 2015 at 7:08 PM
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    T-Rex266

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    Antenna counts. @csuviper and I both did it..:)

    Pm @Bob with what sticker you want to place on to see if he has any in stock.
     
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  30. Mar 28, 2015 at 9:52 PM
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