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Moving up in Texas

Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by Craigsk, Apr 14, 2017.

  1. Apr 14, 2017 at 11:37 AM
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    Craigsk

    Craigsk [OP] New Member

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    Hey everyone. I just moved up from my long time 2001 Tacoma extra cab 4x4 into my new 2017 Tundra DC 4x4. I have to say it's a LOT larger, but I love it. My new truck brings a smile to my face every time I look at it or drive it. Here's a pic from the day I brought it home.
    First mods? I want to replace those side steps with some that don't stick out that far. And maybe improve the sound in the cab with new speakers. I put a truck box in already and will probably do a modified bed rail install of some kind using unistrut.
    Eventually I'd like a small lift and lockers, maybe new front and rear bumpers.
    And who the heck knows what else.

    IMG_0768.jpg
     
  2. Apr 14, 2017 at 11:43 AM
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    040Tundra

    040Tundra Teddy 2013-2019

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    A little of this and a little of that.
    Welcome to the forum Craig, from Las Vegas!!
     
  3. Apr 14, 2017 at 11:45 AM
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    Y0TA PR0

    Y0TA PR0 Dirt biking & fishing

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    Welcome from Canada!
    Nice truck!
     
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  4. Apr 14, 2017 at 11:48 AM
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    zcarpenter92

    zcarpenter92 Yotas and Yellow Jackets

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    Welcome from eastern CO! Post up some more pics when ya get a chance.
     
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  5. Apr 14, 2017 at 12:06 PM
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    Metro14536

    Metro14536 New Member

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  6. Apr 14, 2017 at 12:09 PM
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    TXMiamiFan

    TXMiamiFan SSEM #3 and tractor extraordinaire

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    Welcome from CO. Beautiful looking truck already.
     
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  7. Apr 14, 2017 at 12:15 PM
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    Law323

    Law323 it’s only weird if you make it weird

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    Welcome from TN! Beautiful truck brother!
     
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  8. Apr 14, 2017 at 4:45 PM
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    Craigsk

    Craigsk [OP] New Member

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    First Mod complete. Added a low profile truck box. There's just not enough space under that back seat for everything. Tools, tow strap, tie downs, rope, jumper cables, spotlight, etc.

    Where you Colorado guys at? I'm heading up to Estes Park this summer, I think.
    And where are all the Texas people?
     
  9. Apr 14, 2017 at 4:46 PM
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    Craigsk

    Craigsk [OP] New Member

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  10. Apr 14, 2017 at 4:54 PM
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    pbryant44

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    nice truck from fort worth
     
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  11. Apr 14, 2017 at 5:05 PM
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    Law323

    Law323 it’s only weird if you make it weird

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    Oh there's plenty of guys from Texas on here!
     
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  12. Apr 14, 2017 at 5:09 PM
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    joonbug

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    Welcome bud
     
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  13. Apr 14, 2017 at 5:14 PM
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    Dawg74

    Dawg74 2017 Tundra TSS OFF ROAD

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    Welcome from another new member from Louisiana! Have not bought my Tundra yet, but soon. May have just seen it on the lot!
     
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  14. Apr 14, 2017 at 5:31 PM
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    Kyle100

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    Nice truck enjoy it.
     
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  15. Apr 14, 2017 at 5:36 PM
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    831Tun

    831Tun heartless Bastrd

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    Welcome and congrats on the new ride Craig.
     
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  16. Apr 14, 2017 at 5:41 PM
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    MicahTX

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    Welcome from Richmond, Texas. There are lots of us out there. Love the truck! :)
     
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  17. Apr 14, 2017 at 6:32 PM
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    TXMiamiFan

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    Most of us are in and around metro Denver.
     
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  18. Apr 14, 2017 at 6:50 PM
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    Otaku4life69

    Otaku4life69 Welcome to the Dark Side.

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    Congrats and welcome to the forum.
     
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  19. Apr 14, 2017 at 7:12 PM
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    T-Rex266

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    Welcome from CO!
     
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  20. Apr 14, 2017 at 7:25 PM
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    TXRailRoadBandit73

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    Bienvenidos de Tejas! Sweet rig!
     
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  21. Apr 14, 2017 at 7:31 PM
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    Welcome from Az. Sweet looking truck
     
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  22. Apr 15, 2017 at 6:45 AM
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    Welcome, from North texas
     
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  23. Apr 16, 2017 at 11:15 AM
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    Mudduc

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    Welcome from Longview tx! Sweet dc!
     
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  24. Apr 16, 2017 at 11:18 AM
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    zcarpenter92

    zcarpenter92 Yotas and Yellow Jackets

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  25. Apr 16, 2017 at 11:27 AM
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    thumper7799

    thumper7799 Bad Girls Drive Bad Toys!

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    Welcome from San Antonio, TX.
     
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  26. Apr 16, 2017 at 12:35 PM
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    TXMiamiFan

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  27. Apr 16, 2017 at 12:46 PM
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    gosolo You Don’t Know Who I Am But I Know Where You Live

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  28. Apr 16, 2017 at 1:02 PM
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    ColoradoTJ

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    Not in 7 years...then I'm out.

    ID is starting to look better every day.
     
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  29. Apr 16, 2017 at 1:21 PM
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  30. Apr 16, 2017 at 4:55 PM
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    Craigsk

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