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Another New Tundra Owner, but Almost a Ford

Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by 395 Runner, Mar 27, 2019.

  1. Mar 27, 2019 at 10:27 PM
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    395 Runner

    395 Runner [OP] New Member

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    All - been lurking for a few months while I was in the process of searching for a new truck. Was seriously considering a F 150 Platinum with the 3.5L. Almost got sucked into the Ford machine - I truly liked the interior comforts, the look of the panoramic roof and the different things I thought I needed at the Platinum level (massaging seats...sure!). Upon a closer look, out of the 5 or 6 F150's I test drove (all 16,17 or 18s), all had something off about them - a ton of water spotting around one of the moonroofs, a wobbling side view mirror (thought it was going to fall off on the highway), a salesman that went to show me the glove compartment of a F150 with 8,000 miles on it - goes to close it and crack...some plastic piece broke and the compartment wouldn't close.

    Anyway...

    My initial introduction to the Tundra was a '16 1794 edition that I test drove. Didn't care for the interior. Kept looking and ended up locating a 18 Platinum 4x4 CM in MGM. Came with the tonneau and runners. Really enjoy driving it and don't have any complaints so far. Mileage is not good, but I knew that going in. I do enjoy the 38 gallon tank!

    Based on guidance I've found on this site, I've added the following in the last few months:

    TRD shifter
    TRD Rear Sway Bar
    ESP underseat storage (plastic)
    Matching mirror caps
    Huskyliners

    Also have the matching door handles on the way and may look at wheels next.

    I appreciate the insight so far and look forward to being part of the community.

     
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  2. Mar 27, 2019 at 10:30 PM
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    Marty McFly

    Marty McFly Nobody calls me chicken!! Except when off roading

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    Welcome to the dark side :hattip:
    You made the right choice :thumbsup:
     
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  3. Mar 27, 2019 at 10:39 PM
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    jewsNbrews

    jewsNbrews SSEM #8 level 3, RGBA #5 lab tested lab approved

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    Bolt on
    Welcome from Washington
     
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  4. Mar 27, 2019 at 10:39 PM
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    jewsNbrews

    jewsNbrews SSEM #8 level 3, RGBA #5 lab tested lab approved

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    Bolt on
    Color and all! :thumbsup:
     
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  5. Mar 27, 2019 at 10:44 PM
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    Marty McFly

    Marty McFly Nobody calls me chicken!! Except when off roading

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    F30D1453-1E5F-497E-A0B9-665A9B93901F.jpg

    I guess I set myself up for that one LOL
     
  6. Mar 27, 2019 at 11:16 PM
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    Patch999

    Patch999 SSEM #17 You are what you do when it counts

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  7. Mar 27, 2019 at 11:21 PM
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    TXRailRoadBandit73

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

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    None yet

    Welcome from Texas

    Welcome to The MGM CRÜE
     
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  8. Mar 27, 2019 at 11:22 PM
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    395 Runner

    395 Runner [OP] New Member

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    My favorite Christmas movie..
     
  9. Mar 28, 2019 at 12:12 AM
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    Sunnier

    Sunnier Pity the warrior that slays all his foes

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    395 up around Bishop maybe? Inyo County? Welcome from SoCal!
     
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  10. Mar 28, 2019 at 12:17 AM
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    Fishman57

    Fishman57 New Member

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    BakFlip MX4 Tonneau, 12 Volt Solutions Remote Starter More minor mods coming
    Welcome from SE PA!
     
  11. Mar 28, 2019 at 2:37 AM
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    Tundrablue

    Tundrablue Winner, winner, chicken dinner

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    Welcome from Ohio
     
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  12. Mar 28, 2019 at 2:41 AM
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    justfortun

    justfortun New Member

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    Welcome from Boston.
     
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  13. Mar 28, 2019 at 2:55 AM
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    CrunchTimeHD

    CrunchTimeHD New Member

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    Welcome from PA
     
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  14. Mar 28, 2019 at 2:56 AM
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    Jim LE 1301

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

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    Welcome from NY.
     
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  15. Mar 28, 2019 at 3:42 AM
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    Spoony1

    Spoony1 New Member

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    Welcome from PA.
     
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  16. Mar 28, 2019 at 3:43 AM
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    ColoradoTJ

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    Welcome from CO.
     
  17. Mar 28, 2019 at 4:03 AM
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    Finch

    Finch New Member

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    Welcome! I was researching F-150s for about a year (2013-2015 5.0Ls was my range) but then it hit me one day to check into tundras. I mean I've had and still have my 06 Tacoma with 217K miles that has been mostly problem free. I just figured I'd be getting "more truck" for the money with a Ford. After seeing tundras weren't too far out of my price range, I did some quick research and decided on what I wanted. Now I'm the proud owner of a 16 CM 5.7L in inferno.

    Ford lost out again!
     
  18. Mar 28, 2019 at 4:10 AM
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    Pinay

    Pinay New Member

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    Mahal kita Kuya
    :wave: Hiya and welcome from SoCalif!!!
     
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  19. Mar 28, 2019 at 4:20 AM
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    Patch999

    Patch999 SSEM #17 You are what you do when it counts

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    Mine too :rofl:
     
  20. Mar 28, 2019 at 4:27 AM
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    drhntr New Member

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    Welcome from NH good choice on the Tundra, would have been great if it was Cement but you can’t win them all
    Kidding MGM is a great color choice enjoy
     
  21. Mar 28, 2019 at 5:05 AM
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    Prostar 190

    Prostar 190 SSEM #9 I would rather be water skiing

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  22. Mar 28, 2019 at 5:33 AM
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    Faht Nocker

    Faht Nocker Platinum Member

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  23. Mar 28, 2019 at 5:44 AM
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    You made a good choice.
     
  24. Mar 28, 2019 at 5:56 AM
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    Black Wolf

    Black Wolf Chillin' in Alamosa

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    Welcome from CO. That 38 gallon tank will come in handy!
     
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  25. Mar 28, 2019 at 6:57 AM
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    T-Rex266

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  26. Mar 28, 2019 at 7:10 AM
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    TXMiamiFan

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    Welcome from CO and

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  27. Mar 28, 2019 at 8:34 AM
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    Y0TA PR0

    Y0TA PR0 Oil & Gas

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    :rofl::rofl:True that!
     
  28. Mar 28, 2019 at 8:35 AM
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    Y0TA PR0 Oil & Gas

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  29. Mar 28, 2019 at 9:36 AM
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  30. Mar 28, 2019 at 9:38 AM
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