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Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by dmiller, Dec 15, 2017.

  1. Dec 15, 2017 at 11:20 AM
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    dmiller

    dmiller [OP] New Member

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    New here. Stumbled across this site doing Tundra research at 2am while my kid was refusing to sleep. Seems like a good find so far, so can't be too mad at him.

    Drive a '07 4Runner now, but thinking really hard about stepping up to a Tundra. Got my eye on a 2018 SR5 XSP. What do you guys think?
     
  2. Dec 15, 2017 at 11:21 AM
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    Prostar 190

    Prostar 190 SSEM #9 I would rather be water skiing

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    Welcome from Ohio!
    Great color choice and watch out for #MIKE
     
  3. Dec 15, 2017 at 11:23 AM
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    TXMiamiFan

    TXMiamiFan SSEM #3 and tractor extraordinaire

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    Welcome from Colorado. Would be a nice trade up from a 4R.
     
  4. Dec 15, 2017 at 11:24 AM
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    T-Rex266

    T-Rex266 Elon approved Staff Member

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    Welcome! Can’t go wrong with a Tundra!
     
  5. Dec 15, 2017 at 11:35 AM
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    Prostar 190

    Prostar 190 SSEM #9 I would rather be water skiing

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    Especially MGM. Lol
     
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  6. Dec 15, 2017 at 11:41 AM
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    dmiller

    dmiller [OP] New Member

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    BD Squadron Sport Amber WC Fogs
    Guess I should have gave more info. From Alabama (War Eagle!). Retired biologist turned stay at home dad/Mr. Mom, however you want to say it.
    Don't know a lot about cars/trucks other than how to drive one. May lean on you all for help if needed. Already eyed some custom mods I'd like to do in one of the other forums.
     
  7. Dec 15, 2017 at 11:42 AM
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    trayday

    trayday New Member

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    7" BDS, ADS front and rear, Total Chaos UCA's, CB tie rods
    I think a Tundra is a good choice with a lot more room over the 4Runner. What's the markup on the XSP package?
     
  8. Dec 15, 2017 at 11:45 AM
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    dmiller

    dmiller [OP] New Member

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    BD Squadron Sport Amber WC Fogs
    XSP package and SR5 Upgrade pack pushed MSRP to $48k. Not sure the exact breakdown off the top of my head. They've quoted me 45 OTD.
     
  9. Dec 15, 2017 at 11:52 AM
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    trayday

    trayday New Member

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    7" BDS, ADS front and rear, Total Chaos UCA's, CB tie rods
    Breakdown I believe for the XSP is the wheels and tires, fender flares, badging, bed liner, red calipers and running boards.
     
  10. Dec 15, 2017 at 11:56 AM
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    TXRailRoadBandit73

    TXRailRoadBandit73 YOTAS,RAILROADIN',RÖKnRÖLLN',BEER,MAX/GEMMA

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    The 956, TEXAS
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    Welcome from Texas!!! GET IT !!!!! AND BE PART OF . . . . . . . . . . . THE MGM WRECKIN CRÜE :headbang:
     
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  11. Dec 15, 2017 at 11:58 AM
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    T500

    T500 # The Dark Side

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  12. Dec 15, 2017 at 12:04 PM
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    dmiller

    dmiller [OP] New Member

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    BD Squadron Sport Amber WC Fogs
    Yes. Black overlays and exhaust tips too. It's 5k markup on MSRP for the XSP pack. This one has the deck rail system and cargo LED's as well. It's a 4x4 5.7 FFV.
     
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  13. Dec 15, 2017 at 12:08 PM
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    chphilo

    chphilo Tundra addict

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    Welcome. Good looking truck. Tires looks to be upgraded also. Get it already, then we will help you to spend more money on more mods, haha.
     
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  14. Dec 15, 2017 at 12:10 PM
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    trayday

    trayday New Member

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    7" BDS, ADS front and rear, Total Chaos UCA's, CB tie rods
    The deck rail system is nice to have. Makes mounting stuff and tying crap down a lot more easier.
     
  15. Dec 15, 2017 at 12:11 PM
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    dmiller

    dmiller [OP] New Member

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    BD Squadron Sport Amber WC Fogs
    Thanks! I can already tell my wife is going to hate you guys.
     
  16. Dec 15, 2017 at 12:23 PM
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    blizz86

    blizz86 New Member

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    IMO.. if you're looking to spend that range look at the platinums. The cosmetic package is pretty meh.. the more time you spend on here the more you're going to want to change out those things to customize it to your liking.
     
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  17. Dec 15, 2017 at 12:47 PM
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    Y0TA PR0

    Y0TA PR0 Dirt biking & fishing

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    Welcome
     
  18. Dec 15, 2017 at 12:52 PM
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    MatthewPTguy

    MatthewPTguy Not a new member

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    Borla dual cat back exhaust system, K&N replacement air filter, Headlight Revolution 40" Stealth LED light bar, Headlight Revolution LED fog light replacement bulbs, Line X bed liner, de-badge
    Welcome from Oregon! You are picking the best color!
     
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  19. Dec 15, 2017 at 12:54 PM
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    ColoradoTJ

    ColoradoTJ Certified tow LEO Staff Member

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    Welcome to the site.

    You really can’t go wrong with a Tundra. These are trucks you can drive every day for years and just not worry about anything. Tires, scheduled maintenance, and gas.
     
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  20. Dec 15, 2017 at 12:58 PM
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    Vendeta2k

    Vendeta2k Distinguished Member Of The Cement Club

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    Welcome!
     
  21. Dec 15, 2017 at 1:35 PM
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    blue16

    blue16 New Member

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    Welcome from AZ.
     
  22. Dec 15, 2017 at 2:33 PM
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    waylonfannm

    waylonfannm New Member

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    Welcome from New Mexico
     
  23. Dec 15, 2017 at 2:38 PM
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    CringyDad

    CringyDad New Member

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    Nothing.
    Welcome from California!
     
  24. Dec 15, 2017 at 4:53 PM
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    Black Wolf

    Black Wolf Bigfoot Hunter, Sasquatch too, but not Yeti

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    Welcome from CO. Go for it. MGM.....run with us fellow Grey Wolves.......
     
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  25. Dec 15, 2017 at 5:41 PM
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    dmiller

    dmiller [OP] New Member

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    BD Squadron Sport Amber WC Fogs
    Picking it up in the morning. Got them to throw in the center console lockbox. First mod to shoot for? Remote start?
     
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  26. Dec 15, 2017 at 5:42 PM
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    Munk

    Munk Vol For Life

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    I bought my wife a 16 4Runner last year. I loved driving it on the weekends. Thought it was the best. I bought myself a 17 Tundra this year. Now I hardly ever get in the 4Runner and when I do I’m like man it’s a tight fit in here. I’m a big guy. I love the room in my Tundra. Welcome from Tennessee!
     
  27. Dec 15, 2017 at 6:04 PM
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    trayday

    trayday New Member

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    If it were me, I'd tint the front windows.
     
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  28. Dec 15, 2017 at 6:52 PM
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    Munk

    Munk Vol For Life

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    Agree:thumbsup:
     
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  29. Dec 16, 2017 at 2:06 AM
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    IslandHui

    IslandHui New Member

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    Welcome
     
  30. Dec 16, 2017 at 7:07 AM
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    757TUNDRA

    757TUNDRA Not a New Member

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    Congrats, sharp truck! You’re going to love the Tundra...except when it’s time to fill it up...lol. First mod? Swap the chrome bumper ends for color matched or just have yours powder coated.
     

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