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New here, from the great state of Texas

Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by Jlifted08, Dec 20, 2018.

  1. Dec 20, 2018 at 5:22 PM
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    Jlifted08

    Jlifted08 [OP] New Member

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    Recently bought a 2008 Tundra (see photo) with 40,000 original miles. I owned a 2004 Tundra previously which I loved but which ate my lunch in fuel for commuting. My old vehicle with 200K miles died plus I needed a new ranch truck so I hoped to kill 2 birds with one stone, but.... After 2 weeks this truck started throwing EVAP codes and during the cold spell here wouldn't shift into gear until it ran for a few minutes. A call to my dealer resulted in "that's a tundra problem, sorry" for the shifting issue, and now I have 3 lights on after having them replace the gas cap (their diagnosis). So, I'm here hoping to find a solution :) This truck has tons of aftermarket stuff (some of which I plan to remove) but is a beast. 5.7L towing package, 8.5 ft bed, customized interior.

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  2. Dec 20, 2018 at 5:26 PM
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    TXMiamiFan

    TXMiamiFan SSEM #3 and tractor extraordinaire

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    Welcome from Colorado and sorry to hear about your issues
     
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  3. Dec 20, 2018 at 5:27 PM
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    4x4_Angel

    4x4_Angel Perfectly Imperfect Tomboy....TTC #132

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    welcome from DFW.....


    that sucks about the issues. wish I could help.


    she is definitely sexy though!
     
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  4. Dec 20, 2018 at 5:27 PM
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    bdpeelgren

    bdpeelgren New Member

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    Welcome from Round Rock. Good looking truck
     
  5. Dec 20, 2018 at 5:31 PM
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    Fishman57

    Fishman57 New Member

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    Sloe frrom SE PA!
    Sorry to hear about the truck issues. Don’t you just love it when the dealer blows you off after the sale is completed?
    God luck getting it straightened out quickly.
     
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  6. Dec 20, 2018 at 5:36 PM
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    Blueknights75

    Blueknights75 040 IS THE FASTEST

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    Welcome from NC!
     
  7. Dec 20, 2018 at 5:44 PM
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    Adriver71x

    Adriver71x New Member

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    Welcome from Ct
     
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  8. Dec 20, 2018 at 5:52 PM
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    Gabrielo93

    Gabrielo93 New Member

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    Welcome from Arlington Texas!
     
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  9. Dec 20, 2018 at 6:04 PM
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    JNeemus

    JNeemus New Member

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    Welcome! Nice truck, she’s looooonnng.
     
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  10. Dec 20, 2018 at 6:25 PM
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    Trooper2

    Trooper2 Premium Lone Star Member / SSEM #13

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    welcome from Texas! Nice looking low mileage Tundra! :thumbsup:
     
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  11. Dec 20, 2018 at 6:29 PM
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    Prostar 190

    Prostar 190 SSEM #9 I would rather be water skiing

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    Welcome from Ohio!
     
  12. Dec 20, 2018 at 6:29 PM
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    Padj

    Padj Life is what happens when you're making plans

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    Nice truck. Hope the aftermarket kit was installed correctly and isn't causing your issues. That dealer blowing you off is bullshit. That would be a known issue from them for sure. Get an OBD II reader and see when the codes we're last deleted.

    Welcome to the forum, Padj.
     
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  13. Dec 20, 2018 at 6:30 PM
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    TokerJoker

    TokerJoker ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ

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    None.....yet
    Howdy from the east side of DFW and hate to hear about those problem s and hopefully some one here can help you with those!!
     
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  14. Dec 20, 2018 at 6:33 PM
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    Larmand

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    Welcome to the party!!
     
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  15. Dec 20, 2018 at 6:37 PM
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    T-Rex266

    T-Rex266 Owner, CTO and executive chairman of X Staff Member

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    Welcome!
     
  16. Dec 20, 2018 at 6:54 PM
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    Pinay

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    Mahal kita Kuya
    :wave: Hiya and welcome from SoCalif!!!
     
  17. Dec 20, 2018 at 8:22 PM
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    Jim LE 1301

    Jim LE 1301 Camaro Lover, SSEM # 11,TTC#179

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    Welcome from NY.
     
  18. Dec 20, 2018 at 8:59 PM
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    H-TownTundra

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    Welcome from H-Town!!
     
  19. Dec 21, 2018 at 6:27 AM
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    TXRailRoadBandit73

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

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    Welcome from Houston, Nice rig, sorry for the issues, what part of Texas u from?
     
  20. Dec 21, 2018 at 7:30 AM
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    Steve6

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    Welcome from Arizona.
     
  21. Dec 21, 2018 at 9:24 AM
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    fliberto38

    fliberto38 New Member

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    Toytec/Radflo coil overs, SPC UCAs, Diff drop, Toytec/Deaver AAL, Toytec Boss rear shocks
    Welcome from Ft. Worth. Did you buy it from a Toyota Dealer? Unfortunately the EVAP codes can come from a bunch of things, so getting it diagnosed from a reputable mechanic/dealer is the only way to figure it out without just trowing parts at it. The trans issue could be low/wrong fluid. Toyota WS fluid expands when it gets hot, so if someone changed the fluid and did not follow the proper procedure at the proper temp range it can cause problems.
     
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    Welcome from Arizona.
     
  23. Dec 21, 2018 at 6:34 PM
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    Hammy68

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    Welcome from New Hampshire!
     
  24. Dec 21, 2018 at 6:59 PM
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  25. Dec 21, 2018 at 8:38 PM
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    tenntundra

    tenntundra 2013 SR5 crewmax Barcelona red

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    Welcome from East Tennessee
     
  26. Dec 21, 2018 at 9:05 PM
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    lunchbox

    lunchbox Im lost

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    greetings from the couch!
     
  27. Dec 22, 2018 at 4:03 AM
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    GoCboys

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    Welcome from fellow Texan. Great find on the low mileage. My 2008 had around 250K before upgrading last year. Hope you get issues resolved
     
  28. Dec 22, 2018 at 5:41 AM
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    duece292

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  29. Dec 22, 2018 at 5:54 AM
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    Black Wolf Chillin' in Alamosa

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    Welcome from CO. A trip to your local Toyota dealer is in order it seems. You have super low miles. It could be minor.
     

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