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Hello from Misawa Japan

Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by Predator308, Jan 21, 2019.

  1. Jan 21, 2019 at 3:47 PM
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    Predator308

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    Hi all,

    Wanted to introduce myself even though I'm not a current Tundra owner. I've been a part of Ih8mud for several years intent on getting a LC for my family but we've grown and our goals have changed slightly so we've decided on a Tundra. Can't beat the utility of a truck! We've owned many Toyotas: 1986 Corolla, 2000 FunCargo, 2001 Altezza, 2004 Tundra SR5, 2006 Tundra SR5 (still in the family but not ours anymore).

    We lived in Okinawa from 2015-2018 and will be in Misawa for a while depending on career moves but not earlier than 2020 and not later than 2022. When we finally get back stateside, we will be on the hunt for a Tundra; for now I'm loosely searching and researching.

    I'm grappling with what I'm sure many of you have gone through: Whether to buy new or used. Many variables in it for me but I'm trying to find the balance between buying used for a few thousand less with thousands of miles or just buying new for a few thousand more $$$. I hate losing money on immediate depreciation but it's hard looking at a 2-3 year old vehicles for a marginal discount. I'm also looking at buying something that's about 10 years old with low miles if I can find one. That way I don't have to worry about parking the thing 100 miles away from the shopping center to mitigate the potential for door dings etc.

    Anyway sorry for the novel, pleased to be here and look forward to learning more about the venerable Tundra.
     
  2. Jan 21, 2019 at 3:48 PM
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    T-Rex266

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  4. Jan 21, 2019 at 4:03 PM
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  5. Jan 21, 2019 at 4:08 PM
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  6. Jan 21, 2019 at 4:15 PM
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    Welcome from CO
     
  7. Jan 21, 2019 at 4:16 PM
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  8. Jan 21, 2019 at 4:17 PM
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  9. Jan 21, 2019 at 4:19 PM
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    dandailey

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    Welcome from SE VA.....;)
     
  10. Jan 21, 2019 at 4:25 PM
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    Adriver71x

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  11. Jan 21, 2019 at 4:27 PM
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  12. Jan 21, 2019 at 4:28 PM
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    Welcome from SE PA!
    Thak7you for your service!
    Good luck in your hunt for a Tundra.
     
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  13. Jan 21, 2019 at 5:03 PM
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    tenntundra

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    Welcome from East Tennessee.Thank you for your service! Good luck with your search.
     
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  14. Jan 21, 2019 at 5:06 PM
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    TXRailRoadBandit73

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    Welcome from Tennessee
     
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  16. Jan 21, 2019 at 6:27 PM
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    :wave: Hiya and welcome from SoCalif!!!
     
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    Welcome from Oregon. I too debated between new and used. I ended going used, and the money I saved will help with the purchase of a pop-up camper this summer.
     
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  23. Jan 21, 2019 at 10:39 PM
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    GodlessPro

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    Welcome from a native Misawan currently residing in Northern California. Post up some pictures from the snow festival if you go.
    Sounds like you have plenty of time to change your mind 50 times before you buy. And who knows, maybe there will be a new Tundra by the time you are ready which will make your decision even more interesting.
     
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  25. Jan 22, 2019 at 9:58 AM
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    Welcome Pred.
     
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  27. Jan 22, 2019 at 10:12 AM
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  28. Jan 22, 2019 at 11:08 AM
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    10TundraSR5

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  29. Jan 22, 2019 at 11:40 AM
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    Barbsaurus

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    I've been to Misawa and Kadena...part of the 623rd ACS...28 years ago.
     
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  30. Jan 22, 2019 at 11:53 AM
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    Black Wolf

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    Welcome from Colorado. Was TDY for a few days at Misawa AFB. I was based out of MCAS Iwakuni. This was back in the early 80's. I remember taking the train to Aomori. Nice part of Japan.
     
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