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New Member From Texas

Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by Saxet64, May 13, 2022.

  1. May 13, 2022 at 12:45 PM
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    Saxet64

    Saxet64 [OP] New Member

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    Hello all! I'm new to this forum buy not new forums. I'm also not new to Tundra's or Toyota's! I'm actually in the car business starting in 1986! Coming to the end of my career I decided to start looking for my last truck or "Til I Die" truck! I've owned several Tundra's with my 1st being a 2005. My favorite was a 2006 TSS Crew Cab. I wish I had kept that truck! So I decided to start looking for a truck to give plenty of time to find what I wanted. Luckily for me, my position offers me a demonstrator to drive and I swap out every 4,000 miles. My parameters were Gen 2, double cab, 4X4, and no dark colors! Figured I'd have a few years to take my time and get the right one. Scanning trade in's from our dealer group it happened! Way faster than I had anticipated! Our Chevy store took in a 2017 SR5 Double Cab 4X4 in Silver with only 26k miles! Must be living right! The truck is in impeccable shape! Under carriage is spotless! New tires, 38 gal fuel tank! The goal is to make a mild overlander out of her so I can go camping and fishing with my son's in law and grand kids! Rack system, shelf and pull out drawer system, Tent (possible roof top), Dual battery, Under hood compressor, potable water system, 3" lift w/ 18" 35's' etc. That being said, I would greatly appreciate any advice, product recommendations, do's/don'ts, and of course pictures! Thanks in advance!20220513_143243.jpg 20220513_143256.jpg

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  2. May 13, 2022 at 5:06 PM
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    Jbehredt

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    Nice truck. Welcome!
     
  3. May 13, 2022 at 5:38 PM
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    Jim LE 1301

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    Welcome from NY.
     
  4. May 13, 2022 at 5:45 PM
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    Welcome fellow Texan!
     
  5. May 13, 2022 at 6:49 PM
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  6. May 13, 2022 at 6:52 PM
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    Tundra234

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    Alot of them
    I highly recommend ordering the front and rear cat protection plates from Valhalla.
     
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  7. May 13, 2022 at 6:53 PM
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    YardBird

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  8. May 13, 2022 at 9:08 PM
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    Dsptundra

    Dsptundra Still a new member...

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    Great color! Welcome to the forum.
     
  9. May 13, 2022 at 10:11 PM
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    Ely010606

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  10. May 14, 2022 at 4:46 AM
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    Rgross2112

    Rgross2112 ASCM #5: Just like Sick and Disgusting

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    You picked the fastest color, congrats and welcome from Pennsylvania
     
  11. May 14, 2022 at 4:55 AM
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    B1GTR1X

    B1GTR1X BIGTRIX

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    Working at a dealer truly helps doesn’t it? Haha welcome and congrats, looking forward to seeing your build
     
  12. May 14, 2022 at 6:34 AM
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    RitcheyRch

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  13. May 14, 2022 at 2:58 PM
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    RoadtripJim

    RoadtripJim Nitemare mud racing.

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    Welcome and greetings from Minnesota. Truck looks great, Of course I like silver the best. Also consider a set of seat jackers from Desert Does It.
     
  14. May 15, 2022 at 10:19 AM
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    Bakershack

    Bakershack Critical of Noncritical Thinkers

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    Welcome from LA (Lower Alabama)!
     
  15. May 15, 2022 at 10:36 AM
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    KingsAustin

    KingsAustin Grey Goose II

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    Congrats! Welcome to the site.
     
  16. May 17, 2022 at 12:27 PM
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    Saxet64

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    Thanks everyone! Yes, working for a dealer group really helps! My friends and family love it! HaHa! Skid plates aren't a big priority since I will only doing a mild overlander unless you're talking about theft! And last, not sure what seat jackers are?
     
  17. May 17, 2022 at 12:28 PM
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    Saxet64

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    Til I die means this is my last purchase! At 64, this will last!
     
  18. May 17, 2022 at 1:35 PM
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    KingsAustin

    KingsAustin Grey Goose II

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    I got you. I am right there with you.
     
  19. May 17, 2022 at 1:54 PM
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    iantung

    iantung Mods wouldn't be an issue if money wasn't.

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    Theft is real bro, not to quote business but the fact that cats per stolen per year has gone crazy, even a $1000 plates (don't think it is that much, but if you go alum and fancy coating....) is a cheap insurance compared to being out of a truck for 6-8 months.
    Welcome!

    Oh, grankids, get a good set of liners for your cabs, you will thank me later. Ask me how I know....lol
     
  20. May 17, 2022 at 2:18 PM
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    Saxet64

    Saxet64 [OP] New Member

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    Good point!
     
  21. May 17, 2022 at 3:16 PM
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    Saxet64

    Saxet64 [OP] New Member

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    Just googled and they're not that bad! $350.00 and up! Think I'll take your advice and get one. Truck is going to be sitting for long periods of time. Just purchased a nice heavy duty cover so protecting the cats and now gas tank is a good idea during these crazy times!
     
  22. May 17, 2022 at 4:58 PM
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    2015 Inferno TRD PRO

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    seat jackets are a godsend.
    If you are taller (I’m 6’10”) the stock seats provide poor seating angle and thigh support. Installing seat jackets changes the angle of the seat to a more bucket seating position.
     
  23. May 17, 2022 at 4:59 PM
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  24. May 18, 2022 at 8:12 AM
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    iantung

    iantung Mods wouldn't be an issue if money wasn't.

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    Glad you pull the trigger and now the wait begins....lol
    I have a friend who lost his cats, out of pocket deductible was $500 and the total bill (pending final manpower hours) was north of $7K, that is, assuming they have new cats coming in for his truck.
    For the record, his truck has been sitting in the dealer lot for over 16 weeks now, cat-less and no love, truck-less and pissed. I feel him, but he did not take my advice (I mean, I ain't no oracle.....)
    Oh, and he's still making payments on the truck....:mad::mad:
     
  25. May 18, 2022 at 12:46 PM
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    Saxet64

    Saxet64 [OP] New Member

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    That's crazy! You would think the OEM's would put a shield on it! Dealers are still having issues with Tires and wheel theft!
     
  26. May 18, 2022 at 12:49 PM
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    Saxet64

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  27. May 18, 2022 at 12:50 PM
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    iantung

    iantung Mods wouldn't be an issue if money wasn't.

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    Yea, OEM ain't known for doing "logic" thinking, that's why this forum exists :D:p
    But on the honest side, I am tempted to get a fuel tank skid, I have the full set 3 piece front skid/cat plates from @Classy63 but he's not wanting to dip into the fuel tank skid, with good reasons..
     
  28. May 18, 2022 at 12:50 PM
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    Saxet64

    Saxet64 [OP] New Member

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    6'10"?!?! I'm calling you next I'm getting into a bar fight!
     
  29. May 18, 2022 at 12:51 PM
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    Saxet64

    Saxet64 [OP] New Member

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    Yep, heard a few stories of thieves drilling into the tank from the bottom!
     
  30. May 18, 2022 at 1:01 PM
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    whodini12

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