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Howdy from Colorado Springs

Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by Marauder, Feb 25, 2021.

  1. Feb 25, 2021 at 7:07 PM
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    Marauder

    Marauder [OP] New Member

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    Mac
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    2016 TRD Tundra 4x4 Double Cab
    Topper front window, Sumosprings 1500lb, chrome grill painted with black plasti dip, Cobra 29Ltd CB, Cabela Seat Covers
    Just acquired low mileage 2016 TRD Tundra 4x4 Double Cab (12k miles, I know right!?). Looking forward to less maintenance than my old truck. However, I must say if not for Ford I never would have learned to work on vehicles - ; ). I kept the F-250 for 21 years. I expect this Tundra will last me that long or more. I was spending about $1k a year on replacement parts and maintenance.

    Currently I'm trying to solve the transfer of the CB and Firestick. I was able to modify the front fender mount, but I'm reluctant to drill holes in the dash of this "new" beauty to mount the radio. I may mount it to the side of the console, under the dash.

    I'm looking for a brush guard that won't interfere with the front proximity sensors.

    And I'll be looking for towing advice in the threads. i.e. tire pressure

    Greetings and solutions.
     
  2. Feb 25, 2021 at 7:14 PM
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    Prostar 190

    Prostar 190 SSEM #9 I would rather be water skiing

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    6" lift 35" Toyo M/T
    Welcome from Ohio
     
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  3. Feb 25, 2021 at 7:19 PM
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    KingsAustin

    KingsAustin Grey Goose II

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    BakFlip MX4, Gator All Weather mats, Console Safe, Ceramic Tint, Roadmaster Active Suspension, Interior/exterior LED conversion, Wireless console charger, AJT designs.
    Congratulations! Welcome from Central Texas!
     
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  4. Feb 25, 2021 at 7:24 PM
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    Jbehredt

    Jbehredt Burgeoning member

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    Westminster, CO
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    Welcome from Westminster! You are basically obligated to post some photos of the new ride. Basically.
     
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  5. Feb 25, 2021 at 7:26 PM
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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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  6. Feb 25, 2021 at 8:24 PM
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    BMET

    BMET New Member

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    Welcome from Erie, Co.
     
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  7. Feb 25, 2021 at 8:28 PM
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    ColoradoTJ

    ColoradoTJ Certified tow LEO Staff Member

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    Welcome from Colorado Springs.
     
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  8. Feb 25, 2021 at 8:45 PM
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    Bakershack

    Bakershack Critical of Noncritical Thinkers

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    Welcome from LA (Lower Alabama)!
     
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  9. Feb 25, 2021 at 8:53 PM
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    YardBird

    YardBird Native San Diegan

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  10. Feb 25, 2021 at 9:01 PM
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    TXRailRoadBandit73

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

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    The 956, TEXAS
    None yet
    Welcome from

     
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  11. Feb 25, 2021 at 9:25 PM
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    Ely010606

    Ely010606 New Member

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    Welcome from Nevada
     
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  12. Feb 25, 2021 at 11:23 PM
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    RangerBP

    RangerBP SC Expat

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    Colorado
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    Welcome from Cañon.
     
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  13. Feb 26, 2021 at 3:43 AM
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    RitcheyRch

    RitcheyRch New Member

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    Welcome from So Cal
     
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  14. Feb 26, 2021 at 5:48 AM
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    JC303

    JC303 Same same but different

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    Aurora, Colorado
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    Welcome from Aurora!
     
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  15. Feb 26, 2021 at 5:55 AM
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    T500

    T500 # The Dark Side

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    Welcome
     
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  16. Feb 27, 2021 at 12:59 PM
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    RainMan_PNW

    RainMan_PNW SSEM #82 RGBA #4 “That Guy” Vendor

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    Check the build link in my signature.
    Welcome from the wet side of WA
     
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  17. Apr 13, 2021 at 10:49 AM
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    Marauder

    Marauder [OP] New Member

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    2016 TRD Tundra 4x4 Double Cab
    Topper front window, Sumosprings 1500lb, chrome grill painted with black plasti dip, Cobra 29Ltd CB, Cabela Seat Covers
    Plasti Dip grill to reduce the chrome and sumosprings to reduce the sag.Plasti Dip Grill.jpg 1500lb Sumosprings.jpg
     
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  18. Apr 13, 2021 at 11:10 AM
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    Dr Doobie

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    Welcome from Alaska
     
  19. Apr 13, 2021 at 8:53 PM
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    LuvniForce

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    Welcome from Nebraska
     
  20. Apr 13, 2021 at 10:43 PM
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    AZ Red Nek

    AZ Red Nek Native of the Valley, Bowl, Basin, ETC...

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    Why go broke on repairs, when you can go broke on upgrades. Congratulations and welcome from Phoenix.
     
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  21. Apr 14, 2021 at 2:25 AM
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    RdKing

    RdKing Not A Roll Model

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    Welcome from Delaware
     
  22. Apr 14, 2021 at 4:15 AM
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    Mixb7

    Mixb7 New Member

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    Bilsteins all around,110v and 12v in the bed, Rocklights, Dual Batteries, Trailer Brake Controller Mod, Lots of DIY Mods
    Welcome Mac from Northern Cali!
     
  23. May 15, 2021 at 3:37 PM
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    Marauder

    Marauder [OP] New Member

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    2016 TRD Tundra 4x4 Double Cab
    Topper front window, Sumosprings 1500lb, chrome grill painted with black plasti dip, Cobra 29Ltd CB, Cabela Seat Covers
    Transferred my CB radio from my former truck, 1997 F-250, and installed them on the Tundra.Resized_20210515_152715.jpg Resized_20210515_152734.jpg Resized_20210515_152819_001.jpg Resized_20210515_152834.jpg
     
  24. May 15, 2021 at 4:14 PM
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    737fixer

    737fixer New Member

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    Sorry Newbie, my mother-in-law lives in Springs, so unless you can do me a prisonyard favor your dead to me.
    Sorta kidding, welcome.
     

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