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Moving to Texas - DFW Area

Discussion in 'Texas' started by the_midwesterner, Feb 13, 2021.

  1. Feb 13, 2021 at 6:50 PM
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    the_midwesterner

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    Hi everyone,

    Wanted to introduce myself on here, since I just moved into the area a couple of weeks ago. As with everyone migrating to the area, moving here for work from the Indiana area and I am very pumped to move to such a pro-liberties state. With me, I am bringing a handful of Toyotas, most notably the latest add to the fleet that I affectionally call landyacht2point0. There is a build thread on my signature for the first OG landyacht and how the Army Green Pro replaced it. Either way, the crew I roll with aren’t afraid to wheel and scratch our stuff. Most recently, I purchased my truck in the Pacific Northwest and then drove it back to Indiana all off-road. Hitting Hell’s revenge on a sub 5k mile truck in the process. I look forward to meeting some folks and being a part of the community, as well as exploring everything Texas has to offer. Including the access to New Mexico, Colorado and the Southwest dessert that Texas provides.

    Also, if any of ya’ll need shock rebuild service, feel free to DM me.

    Some pics:

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    Here are some pics of the OG landyacht. Hopefully gettin the AG truck to the same level of performance.

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    Also, because I am very pro-2A.... #murica #pewpewlife

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    Cheers!
     
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  2. Feb 13, 2021 at 9:14 PM
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    RobertD

    RobertD SSEM#123, ASCM#4 "I call it Vera" ~Jayne Cobb

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    Welcome from Fort Worth! Your rigs looks awesome :thumbsup:
     
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  3. Feb 13, 2021 at 9:15 PM
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    Greetings and welcome from Central Texas!
     
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  4. Feb 13, 2021 at 9:49 PM
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    aperezsh

    aperezsh Blessed are the peacemakers

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  5. Feb 14, 2021 at 4:06 AM
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    1) Bought with 225k miles on it, a Westin bullnose bumper, and OEM tundra steps 2) Current Mileage 238k Mods: 1) Dirty Deeds BA Mufflers 8 inch with resonator (as of Feb 2021) - Had the 10 inch with resonator - Prefer the 10 inch without resonator - deeper sound hear it more in the cab 2.) Ranch Hand Summit Front Bumper/Guard 3) Ranch Hand Summit Bumper 4) Billstein 5100s all around 5) TRD front and rear sway bars 6.) Rough Country wheel to wheel steps 7) Pioneer 8400 NEX Wireless ApplePlay 8) Backup Camera: e-raptor 9) LED white lights replaced in headlights, fog lights, inside cabin, and exterior lights 10) Linex (unbranded by Central Texas Truck Coatings) 11) OEM Toyota side panels and generic panel on tailgate Maintenance/Repairs: 1) Valve covers, belt tensioner, alternator belt - $415 2) Evaporation fuel canister and filter replacment $1547 *This was a Toyota TSB for 07-08 AFAIK. Toyota covered in first 3 years of ownership. Mine failed after 13 years of daily regular driving use. Not bad at all. 3) Pioneer Unit - had to ship to Pioneer to replace Output IC - $45 (shipping) free under 1 year warranty fix 4) Pioneer Unit - Electrical feed back coming through speakers when accelerating. Fix was to check all wiring/tighten up/ make connections good again $42. 5.) Rear passenger door actuator replaced. Part was $287 with tax on ebay from Toyota dealer free shipping. 6.) Rack and Pinion, tow mirrors, shocks install, lifetime alignment - $1884.36
    Welcome from Central Texas. From the midwest myself. Never once thought about moving back.
     
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  6. Feb 14, 2021 at 5:45 AM
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    Welcome to DFW!
     
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  7. Feb 14, 2021 at 6:50 AM
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    2010bigdog

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    welcome from Illinois and can't wait to move out of this state in 4 years when my daughter graduates to somewhere warmer ! my buddy moved from where I live to Roswell Texas (not to far from Dallas) about 2 years ago and loves it
     
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  8. Feb 15, 2021 at 8:07 PM
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    equin

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    Welcome from Waxahachie, Texas! I’m about 1.5 hours south of you, depending on traffic.

    I’m also into exercising our 2nd Amendment freedoms, only wish ammo weren’t so hard to find and expensive nowadays!

    Anyway, about 10 hours northwest of you are some nice trails at Santa Fe National Forest. It’s been about 10 years since I’ve been, though. 10 hours southwest are some trails at Big Bend, both National and State Parks. Have only been to the national park once about 4 years ago, though.

    2.5 hours east is Barnwell Mountain Recreation Area, a private OHV park near Gilmer, TX. Been there many times. The Annual Toyota Jamboree is held there. Ivan “The Ironman” Stewart once showed up there many years ago. So did Jason DeMello of DeMello Off Road.

    1.5 hours west is the Bridgeport OHV park. Been there a few times. Nice little park that’s relatively close, but they’ll only let you camp right outside the park and there were no camping amenities when I camped there last a few years ago.

    4 hours southwest is Katemcy Rocks near Mason, TX. The Annual Lonestar Roundup is held there. Not a very fullsize friendly park, but lots of cool FJ 40’s and other Landcruisers and Toyotas show up for the annual roundup.

    5 hours northeast is the Hot Springs OHV Park in Arkansas. Some tight trails with some small, pebble-sized slippery shale on a few uphill climbs. There are supposedly trails nearby at Ouachita National Forest, too, but I haven’t explored Ouachita yet.

    4 hours southwest is also Hidden Falls OHV Park near Marble Falls, TX. Haven’t been there yet.

    About 7 hours southwest is Escondido Draw Recreation Area. Haven’t been yet.

    About 3 hours northeast of you is Green Acres Off-Road near Clayton, Oklahoma. Haven’t been, but heard it’s hardcore. Supposedly there’s also a multi-day trail nearby called the Kiamichi Trail, but I know little about it.

    About 6 hours northwest near Amarillo is the Lake Meredith Recreation Area. Haven’t been there yet.

    Also near Amarillo is a brand new privately park opening up by or within a part of Palo Duro Canyon. Membership seems kind of pricey when I looked into it, but it looked promising.

    Those are all the off-roading areas I can remember off the top of my head within a day’s drive.
     
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  9. Feb 15, 2021 at 8:11 PM
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    BTBAKER

    BTBAKER DIFFERENT NAME. SAME JUNK.

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  10. Feb 15, 2021 at 8:11 PM
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    Damn. This is EXACTLY what I needed to get me started! Appreciate the info and if you’re ever going somewhere and would prefer another full size to tag along, send me a DM.
     
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  11. Feb 15, 2021 at 8:31 PM
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    equin

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    Sure thing! I typically go with my boys (7 and 2 years old), camping and off-roading during the more temperate Spring and Fall Texas weather of Texas. I’ll let you know next time we go. You’re welcome to tag along!
     
  12. Feb 19, 2021 at 8:09 PM
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    I knew I forgot one. I haven’t been yet even though it’s fairly close to me, but there’s this place in Midlothian about 30-45 minutes south of Dallas:

    https://www.texplexpark.com/

    I believe they host small off-road races.
     
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  13. Feb 19, 2021 at 9:12 PM
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    I knew I forgot one. I haven’t been yet even though it’s fairly close to me, but there’s this place in Midlothian about 30-45 minutes south of Dallas:

    https://www.texplexpark.com/

    I believe they host small off-road races.
     
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  14. Feb 19, 2021 at 9:13 PM
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    Oops. Sorry for the double post.
     
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  15. Feb 20, 2021 at 9:30 PM
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    Welcome from Fort Worth. Beautiful truck!
     
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  16. Feb 20, 2021 at 9:35 PM
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    Much appreciated!
     
  17. Feb 20, 2021 at 10:25 PM
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    Welcome to Texas Luis...

    God, family, Tundras, and guns.....
     
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  18. Feb 20, 2021 at 11:05 PM
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    Amen. In that order.
     
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  19. Feb 21, 2021 at 12:15 AM
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    Greetings from Glenn Heights, Tx!

    Beautiful Rig
     
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  20. Feb 21, 2021 at 8:35 AM
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    Hey neighbor! I’m just south if you in Waxahachie.
     
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  21. Apr 7, 2021 at 3:24 PM
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    Welcome from McKinney, TX!
     
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  22. Apr 7, 2021 at 3:29 PM
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  23. Apr 18, 2021 at 7:45 AM
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    Great looking truck, Welcome from WTX!
     
  24. Nov 8, 2022 at 12:34 PM
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    Congratulations on your move! Your car looks impressive. You must have invested a lot of money and time in it. I always don't have enough time to take my car to the service centre. But next week, I plan to vacation and do everything in time.
     

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