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New Guy from SoCal

Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by RacerX, Jun 19, 2017.

  1. Jun 19, 2017 at 6:00 PM
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    RacerX

    RacerX [OP] New Member

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    Actually been a Tundra owner since 2012 when I traded in my F150 for a new SR5 4x4. Loved that Tundra and would still have it today but it was hit in front of my house by a run away car.
    Good news is no one was seriously injured. Plus side was the insurance company took care of me and because the Tundras hold their value so well I decided to get another one. Didn't really spend much time looking at other brands. Couldn't see myself going back to Ford, Titans look like ass.

    This time around I decided to go with the 2016 Limited 4x4 over the SR5 for the additional features and I'm glad I did.

    Thanks to everyone for all the great advice over the years.
     
  2. Jun 19, 2017 at 6:04 PM
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    MotoTundra

    MotoTundra The Ocho

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    -TRS Mini D2S Retrofit on TRD Pro Headlights (Apollo 2.0 Shrouds, 35w XB Ballasts, 5500k Bulbs) -Baja Designs Squadron R Sport Aux lights. -TRD Pro Grill -TRD Rear Sway Bar -BakFlip VP Tonneau w/BakBox -Dipped wheels & bumpers -Iron Cross HD steps -Undercover Swingcase -SunTek Paint Protection film -Tinted glass -Bedmat -OEM Towing Mirrors
    That's pretty wild, glad no one was seriously hurt.

    Congrats on the new truck.

    When I think of RacerX I think of the motocross magazine. Are you into MX or am I off track, no pun intended.
     
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  3. Jun 19, 2017 at 6:14 PM
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    Y0TA PR0

    Y0TA PR0 Dirt biking & fishing

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    That's crazy! Glad no one was hurt. Smart choice on staying with Toyota :thumbsup:
    Welcome from :canada:
     
  4. Jun 19, 2017 at 6:15 PM
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    Law323

    Law323 it’s only weird if you make it weird

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    Toytec BOSS suspension lift @ 3" (front) Toytec BOSS remote resi's (back) 1" Toytec block (rear) 275/70r18 Toyo AT2 Info system mod 3D MAXpider Kagu floor mats LED interior lights 50% ceramic tint front windows 35% ceramic tint windshield brow Bed mounted YETI bottle opener Paracord wrapped oh Sh!t bars 3" stubby antennae TRD sway bar Upcoming: LED backup lights OEM Backup camera Iron Cross Patriot step bars Trifold or roll up tonneau cover
    Dang!! Glad no one was hurt and got a new tundra out of it!!

    Welcome from TN!
     
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  5. Jun 19, 2017 at 6:18 PM
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    RacerX

    RacerX [OP] New Member

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    Yes my son and I ride KTM's, mostly desert though no racing.

     
  6. Jun 19, 2017 at 6:26 PM
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    RacerX

    RacerX [OP] New Member

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    My wife and I had just left that morning for Kauai and as soon as we landed and turned our phones back on we were getting phone calls and text messages saying my truck was upside down in the front yard. Damn near ruined my trip! Took me a few beers to realize there was nothing I could do about it. Come to find out there was an old man in the passenger seat with no driver. The old lady got out and didn't set the brake on the hill, he couldn't reach it, had no steering, probably should have just bailed out. No airbags deployed, he wasn't wearing a seat belt and only suffered a broken rib. Luck man!
     
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  7. Jun 19, 2017 at 6:29 PM
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    1UPPER

    1UPPER Not A New Member

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    Flux capacitor!
    Welcome to the forum Todd. That must have been one fast moving runaway car to flip your truck like that! Glad no one was injured and your insurance took care of it. Any plans on the 2016 limited Tundra?
     
  8. Jun 19, 2017 at 6:30 PM
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    joonbug

    joonbug °°°°°°°°°°

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    Welcome bud
     
  9. Jun 19, 2017 at 6:31 PM
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    1UPPER

    1UPPER Not A New Member

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    Flux capacitor!
    Damn! Sounds like the old lady tried to collect on the husband life insurance. All seriousness though glad he wasn't hurt any worse.
     
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  10. Jun 19, 2017 at 6:31 PM
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    Law323

    Law323 it’s only weird if you make it weird

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    Toytec BOSS suspension lift @ 3" (front) Toytec BOSS remote resi's (back) 1" Toytec block (rear) 275/70r18 Toyo AT2 Info system mod 3D MAXpider Kagu floor mats LED interior lights 50% ceramic tint front windows 35% ceramic tint windshield brow Bed mounted YETI bottle opener Paracord wrapped oh Sh!t bars 3" stubby antennae TRD sway bar Upcoming: LED backup lights OEM Backup camera Iron Cross Patriot step bars Trifold or roll up tonneau cover
    Hey @RacerX get your name from speed racer by any chance? LOL
     
  11. Jun 19, 2017 at 6:35 PM
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    RacerX

    RacerX [OP] New Member

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    Hey SR5TRDTUNDRA, I have family in Olds Alberta outside of Calgary. I was supposed to be at the cabin on Sylvan Lake this summer but taking the family to Maine this year instead.

     
  12. Jun 19, 2017 at 6:36 PM
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    RacerX

    RacerX [OP] New Member

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    Yes, Speed Racer! Best cartoon ever as a kid.
     
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  13. Jun 19, 2017 at 6:38 PM
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    TXMiamiFan

    TXMiamiFan SSEM #3 and tractor extraordinaire

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    Holy smokes. As @1UPPER said, that must have been one fast moving car to flip a truck like that. That man is lucky. Welcome from Colorado and post pics of the new ride.
     
  14. Jun 19, 2017 at 6:38 PM
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    MotoTundra

    MotoTundra The Ocho

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    Nice!
     
  15. Jun 19, 2017 at 6:44 PM
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    TXRailRoadBandit73

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

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    Bienvenidos de Tejas!...Racer X...Screenshot_20170619-204212.jpg
     
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  16. Jun 19, 2017 at 6:44 PM
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    RacerX

    RacerX [OP] New Member

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    1Upper, Yes I have done a few things already. I will post some pics soon. The 2012 had a 6" ProComp lift. Looked great but just wasn't practical. This time I went with a 3/1 to level it out. I need to be able to fit in into a parking structure for work in Orange County when I am up that way. The leveled 2016 barely fits.

    I also added

    Method Wheels with BFG K02's
    LED throughout interior
    Undercover Flex (love this thing)
    Light bar in the hood bulge
     
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  17. Jun 19, 2017 at 6:49 PM
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    RacerX

    RacerX [OP] New Member

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    Police estimated the vehicle was doing about 50 mph on impact. I normally park it in the driveway but I left the driveway open for my mom who was watching the kids while we were in Kauai.

    I asked the officer the same question 1Upper! Do you think she did it on purpose? :)
     
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  18. Jun 19, 2017 at 7:01 PM
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    T-Rex266

    T-Rex266 Elon approved Staff Member

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    Welcome from CO!
     
  19. Jun 19, 2017 at 8:10 PM
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    blue16

    blue16 New Member

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    Welcome
     
  20. Jun 19, 2017 at 8:13 PM
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    pbryant44

    pbryant44 New Member

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    welcome and holy hell
     
  21. Jun 19, 2017 at 8:32 PM
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    Marty McFly

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

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    Well that's one hell of an intro! Welcome from SoCal sir :hattip:
     
  22. Jun 20, 2017 at 4:57 AM
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    rons23

    rons23 Get The Led Out!!!

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    Welcome from Obx
     
  23. Jun 20, 2017 at 9:36 AM
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    RacerX

    RacerX [OP] New Member

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    Thanks for the welcomes everyone!

    One of the best mods I did was the key fob. Can't believe my 2016 limited came with the same old style key as the '12. So I made one of these.

     
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  24. Jun 20, 2017 at 10:15 AM
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    Viper3G

    Viper3G Why isn't work more like this?

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    If your truck hadn't stopped the car would it have hit your house? Glad no one was seriously hurt and welcome!
     
  25. Jun 20, 2017 at 10:44 AM
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    Spvrtan

    Spvrtan Amateur fabricator

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    Is this the same "Racer X" from "the brown room" (reference to FJ forums)?
     
  26. Jun 20, 2017 at 10:54 AM
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    RacerX

    RacerX [OP] New Member

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    Likely it would have hit a concrete planter box but who knows what direction the car would have gone if the tires hit the curb.
     
  27. Jun 20, 2017 at 10:57 AM
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    RacerX

    RacerX [OP] New Member

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    No must be another masked man out there! Love the FJ's but never had one.
     
  28. Jun 20, 2017 at 11:08 AM
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    OUCH! Welcome!
     
  29. Jun 20, 2017 at 11:12 AM
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    :itllbuffout:
     
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  30. Jun 20, 2017 at 11:14 AM
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    jfrd30

    jfrd30 Lead, Follow, or Get the Hell Out of My Way

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    Welcome from hot, smelly, wet, humid Florida! Don't worry, it'll buff out!!! LOL
     

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