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Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by 24hrsparkey, Dec 14, 2017.

  1. Dec 14, 2017 at 6:43 PM
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    24hrsparkey

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    24hrsparkey [OP] New Member

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    hey , I'm 57 and considering stepping out of the lifted high performance diesel world and into something more practical . Big change .
    Hemming and hawing on the tundra , avalible engines vs mileage and single cab vs cab and a half , avalible rear diff ratios and avalible gross weight , ect ect .
    My uses and needs are
    Firewood
    Dead deers
    Dirt bike
    Occasional tow a small - 3000#
    Daily to work

    Thanks 24hrsparkey
     
    24hrsparkey, Dec 14, 2017
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  2. Dec 14, 2017 at 6:47 PM
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    TXRailRoadBandit73

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

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    Welcome from Texas!
     
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  3. Dec 14, 2017 at 6:48 PM
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    Not looking for too fancey at all , and probl white .
     
    24hrsparkey, Dec 14, 2017
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    Welcome from Ohio!
     
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  5. Dec 14, 2017 at 6:51 PM
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    Y0TA PR0

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    Y0TA PR0 Oil & Gas

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  6. Dec 14, 2017 at 6:55 PM
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    24hrsparkey

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    Thanks , I'm in northern Maryland i.e. Rust belt .
    Can't wait to have a truck with quick heat , I can see or reach things in the bed and something that doesn't take 4 gallons of oil every 5k and 6 gallons of anti freeze ! Although I'll mis 600 hp and 900 ft pounds of torque .
    Thanks
     
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  7. Dec 14, 2017 at 6:58 PM
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    TXRailRoadBandit73

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

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    Check out fluid film...not sure if ya know about it...it's a spray you out to the underside of your vehicle...some members in the upper states that snow put this on to prevent rust
     
    TXRailRoadBandit73, Dec 14, 2017
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  8. Dec 14, 2017 at 6:59 PM
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    The smaller tundra v8 , does it run good and enough power ?? I know power is relative , but we have hills and am concerned about mileage if I choose the big motor
     
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  9. Dec 14, 2017 at 7:02 PM
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    TXRailRoadBandit73 YOTAS,RAILROADIN',RÖKnRÖLLN',BEER,MAX/GEMMA

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    I'm running size 35x12.50x20 tires my mileage is poor... I'm under 13 mpg...but stock tires is a lot better... someone else with more knowledge on tires will chime in and be glad to help you out
     
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  10. Dec 14, 2017 at 7:02 PM
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    Ohh yeah fluid film works very well ( used it on my dodge cummins door pinch seams and tail gait seams ect ) , but smells like sheep azz. ( a joke , fluid film is lanolin based )
     
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  11. Dec 14, 2017 at 7:04 PM
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    Welcome from CO!
     
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    No 35" on this new rig , done a bunch of that .
    This will be more stock ish . I.e. : level kit and 33 and call it a day
     
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  13. Dec 14, 2017 at 7:05 PM
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    Welcome from Colorado. White truck is all you need. It will handle everything you throw at it :muscleflexing:
     
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  14. Dec 14, 2017 at 7:09 PM
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    Except drag racing with a MGM o_O #TRUTH
     
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    TXMiamiFan SSEM #3 and tractor extraordinaire

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    #FAKENEWS
     
    TXMiamiFan, Dec 14, 2017
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  16. Dec 14, 2017 at 8:53 PM
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    Welcome from Texas
     
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  17. Dec 14, 2017 at 9:54 PM
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    Welcome Chris. With the weight of the 3rd gen. Tundras I would recommend the 5.7. The resale will be better too I'd think.
     
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  18. Dec 15, 2017 at 2:20 AM
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    Welcome to the site. Just remember, white is right for a truck color.

    For what you listed, the Tundra will get the job done, Day in, day out without any issues.
     
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  19. Dec 15, 2017 at 3:03 AM
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    Welcome from Ct, can't go wrong with white:thumbsup:
     
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