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New member and owner from Nevada

Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by 59nascar, Feb 15, 2025.

  1. Feb 15, 2025 at 11:11 AM
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    59nascar

    59nascar [OP] New Member

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    Gender:
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    First Name:
    Mark
    Vehicle:
    2016 CM SR5 5.7 4x4 SB
    Aftermarket Wheels, 33x12.5" tires, suspension lift upgrade, aftermarket high flow intake system, exhaust system.
    Hey there from North Western rural Nevada!

    Just picked up my retirement dream truck. I couldn't spend $50k+ , so I settled for a 2016 CM 4x4 SR5 with the 5.7 engine. Wow, what a beast! In days past my dream would have been an early 70's Chevy C20 4x4 with a 350 Chevy, but this thing would put that to Shame. To get 381 HP and 400 ft lbs out of the Chevy 350 would be spendy, and not as reliable with all the current Toyota technical and engineering upgrades. One thing I really like on this Toyota is the dash is somewhat old school analog. A lot of newer trucks have what I would consider to be overcomplicated, jet plane or rocket instrument clusters, that are unnecessarily complex. This Toyota hits all the right marks. Roomy comfortable cabin, macho power, a great stance, great controls and practical 4x4 features and durability. Maybe my 4ever truck ( At least until I'm too decrepit to step up into it). Love this truck
     
    Last edited: Feb 15, 2025
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  2. Feb 15, 2025 at 11:17 AM
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    59nascar

    59nascar [OP] New Member

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    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Mark
    Vehicle:
    2016 CM SR5 5.7 4x4 SB
    Aftermarket Wheels, 33x12.5" tires, suspension lift upgrade, aftermarket high flow intake system, exhaust system.
    There is one thing though that I would like to do. If someone near the Reno/Carson City/ Fernley area has some factory 18x8 TRD off-road wheels, correct for my generation, I would like to get a set ( Assuming very good condition). Please pm me.
     
  3. Feb 15, 2025 at 11:42 AM
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    oddhours

    oddhours AS IS

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    Barry
    Georgia
    Vehicle:
    24 SR5
    Welcome!
     
  4. Feb 15, 2025 at 11:50 AM
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    Lifer

    Lifer New Member

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    Vince
    Vehicle:
    2000 Ltd 4x4 2008 SR5 4x4 LB 2021 SR 4x4 LB
    Fab tech on the 2000
    Welcome from California gold country. Sand Mountain has been calling me lately, I miss that place.
     
  5. Feb 15, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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    59nascar

    59nascar [OP] New Member

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    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Mark
    Vehicle:
    2016 CM SR5 5.7 4x4 SB
    Aftermarket Wheels, 33x12.5" tires, suspension lift upgrade, aftermarket high flow intake system, exhaust system.
    Come to think of it, Sand Mountain is only about 20 miles away from me! And Tuesday's and Wednesdays are free entry!
     
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  6. Feb 15, 2025 at 12:39 PM
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    Bprose

    Bprose Old member

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    VA
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    17 Tundra CM TRD
    Welcome from VA
     
  7. Feb 15, 2025 at 1:14 PM
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    59nascar

    59nascar [OP] New Member

    Joined:
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    Member:
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    Messages:
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    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Mark
    Vehicle:
    2016 CM SR5 5.7 4x4 SB
    Aftermarket Wheels, 33x12.5" tires, suspension lift upgrade, aftermarket high flow intake system, exhaust system.


    IMG_20250215_121007.jpg

    My new (2 me) truck
     
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  8. Feb 15, 2025 at 1:20 PM
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    59nascar

    59nascar [OP] New Member

    Joined:
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    Messages:
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    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Mark
    Vehicle:
    2016 CM SR5 5.7 4x4 SB
    Aftermarket Wheels, 33x12.5" tires, suspension lift upgrade, aftermarket high flow intake system, exhaust system.


    IMG_20250215_121121.jpg

    Backside ( with reflections on tailgate).
     
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  9. Feb 15, 2025 at 6:38 PM
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    Jim LE 1301

    Jim LE 1301 Camaro Lover, SSEM # 11,TTC#179

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    2018 MGM Tundra TRD Sport Double Cab
    Welcome from NY.
     
  10. Feb 16, 2025 at 7:59 AM
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    Tacoma-Tundra

    Tacoma-Tundra New Member

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    06 Tundra SR5 LTD CC 4.7 V8 AT 2WD
    Welcome from NC :hattip:
     
  11. Feb 17, 2025 at 4:38 AM
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    Bakershack

    Bakershack Critical of Noncritical Thinkers

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    Welcome from LA (Lower Alabama)!
     

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