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Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by Woodsplitter, Oct 1, 2020.

  1. Oct 1, 2020 at 6:31 AM
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    Woodsplitter

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    Woodsplitter [OP] New Member

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    Hello and thanks for the add. I have been driving full size American trucks for the last 40 years, the last 2 being Dodge 1500's. After both showing signs of severe decline after 150k miles I started looking for something better. I test drove the new Dodge and was not impressed, and had plans to drive the GMC and Ford. Then I drove the Nissan which was nice but pretty pricey. I looked at all the reviews and top 10 truck lists and all the lists had Toyota at the top of all of them. I need a full size truck because I haul vintage motorcycles and firewood. I always thought foreign trucks were smaller than American trucks and was pleasantly surprised at the Nissan and Toyota. Same size bed, double cab, 380 hp, 4 wheel drive with all the bells and whistles and multiple claims of 300k-400k miles made me a buyer. I work for the railroad that hauls Toyotas so I got a discount and additional incentives, so I brought a 2020 Tundra TRD Limited 4x4 home for 42k plus they gave me blue book value ($7500) for my 2011 Dodge 1500. Well I've been trying to find a flaw to gripe about, but so far have not been able to find one. Ive hauled a bike and 2 loads of firewood and I have to wonder why I waited so long. Impressed is an understatement, officially jumped ship on American trucks. My wife also bought a 2020 4Runner for our retirement plan to have both paid off before I retire in 6 years. Looking forward to driving this new truck!
     
    Woodsplitter, Oct 1, 2020
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  2. Oct 1, 2020 at 6:34 AM
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  4. Oct 1, 2020 at 6:43 AM
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    Woodsplitter

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    Probably the main point that sold me. My last Dodge was made in Mexico.
     
    Woodsplitter, Oct 1, 2020
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  5. Oct 1, 2020 at 6:46 AM
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    Yeah Tundras are one of the most made in USA trucks! haha Profits still go to Japan though.
     
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  6. Oct 1, 2020 at 6:48 AM
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  7. Oct 2, 2020 at 7:54 AM
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  8. Oct 2, 2020 at 7:58 AM
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  9. Oct 2, 2020 at 8:09 AM
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  10. Oct 2, 2020 at 2:36 PM
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    Rgross2112 ASCM #5: Just like Sick and Disgusting

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  11. Oct 2, 2020 at 2:42 PM
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  12. Oct 2, 2020 at 2:43 PM
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    Profits go to Toyota NA. They cut the paychecks to American workers
     
    Black Wolf, Oct 2, 2020
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  13. Oct 2, 2020 at 5:00 PM
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    I mean yeah workers get paid, but plenty of money goes back to the place they actually design them haha
     
    andnyleswillriot, Oct 2, 2020
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  14. Oct 2, 2020 at 5:04 PM
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    Welcome Woodsplitter and congrats on the new Tundra! Post us a pic when you can.
     
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  15. Oct 4, 2020 at 10:08 PM
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    Wlecome from Texas, did you and your wife getting matching colors?
     
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  16. Oct 5, 2020 at 2:35 AM
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    Congrats & Welcome!

    Smart choice on a No Frill, No worries, Best 1/2 ton truck Bar None!

    Bad news- 2020 models have Trans. cooler deleted.


    O.S.T.
     
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  18. Oct 5, 2020 at 4:10 AM
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  19. Oct 5, 2020 at 4:49 AM
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  20. Oct 5, 2020 at 5:46 AM
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    haha, NO.
     
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  21. Oct 5, 2020 at 6:06 AM
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    Congrats! You will love it. As one mentioned here 2019+ no longer have an auxiliary transmission cooler. Not a huge deal unless you frequently tow more than 5000lbs. I added one on my truck for less than $400. Other than that, the powertrain is a PROVEN one with very few issues.
     
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  22. Oct 5, 2020 at 6:56 AM
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