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Adventure Seeking New Member

Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by NomadsLand, Jul 21, 2019.

  1. Jul 21, 2019 at 9:38 AM
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    NomadsLand

    NomadsLand [OP] The 719

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    Hello all,

    Let me first start off by saying that it's a pleasure to join this community that share the love for this truck. While fairly new here, I am also on the TW forum (@TacoCasa).

    One of the main reasons I've decided to join this forum is because I plan to change my vehicle platform for a full-size truck for long-term camping and road traveling across North America.

    I know that the search feature and different forum categories will easily help me understand which gen and configuration of Tundras that will fit my need; however, a quick suggestion from others will definitely help with my decision-making process!

    For specific details that I require for my build, I am looking towards:
    - 4x4
    - 5.7L V8
    - Bigger than a single cab, but not a CrewMax
    - Reliable gen/model year
    - at least a 6ft bed
     
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  2. Jul 21, 2019 at 9:39 AM
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    Jim LE 1301

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

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    Welcome from NY.
     
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  3. Jul 21, 2019 at 9:46 AM
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    Pinay

    Pinay New Member

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    Mahal kita Kuya
    :wave: Hiya and welcome from SoCal!!!
     
  4. Jul 21, 2019 at 9:51 AM
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    Racingjohndeere55

    Racingjohndeere55 New Member

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    Welcome from NE Pa :)
     
  5. Jul 21, 2019 at 9:55 AM
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    TXMiamiFan

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    Welcome from Colorado
     
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  6. Jul 21, 2019 at 9:58 AM
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    TXRailRoadBandit73

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

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    None yet
    Welcome from


     
  7. Jul 21, 2019 at 1:21 PM
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    Larmand

    Larmand SSEM #6

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    Welcome to the party!!
     
  8. Jul 21, 2019 at 1:44 PM
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    AK 6.7PSD Replacement

    AK 6.7PSD Replacement New Member

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    IL, MO, KS, DE, IL, AK, SC...
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    This is what you want right here. Heck... It's what I want!!

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  9. Jul 21, 2019 at 2:21 PM
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    Y0TA PR0

    Y0TA PR0 Dirt biking & fishing

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    WELCOME
     
  10. Jul 21, 2019 at 2:27 PM
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    Racingjohndeere55

    Racingjohndeere55 New Member

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    We dont don't do pursuits, amusements, or adventures.
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  11. Jul 21, 2019 at 5:01 PM
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    NomadsLand

    NomadsLand [OP] The 719

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    Yeah, I've actually seen BoundForNowhere's build (if this is their truck). It's a great build (from the camper set-up perspective), and this is the likely route that I will be going. While I am not concerned of the flatbed and camper specs (as of yet), I wanted to figure out which gen is most reliable (likely will be going with the 2nd gen OR now because of the towing package).
     
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  12. Jul 21, 2019 at 5:06 PM
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    Black Wolf

    Black Wolf Bigfoot Hunter, Sasquatch too, but not Yeti

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    TuwaPro rack, Z1 Offroad stuff, NISMO suspension stuff, FlowmasterFX Extreme exhaust, AIS, OVS, J&L can, other goodies on the way
    Welcome from Colorado.
     
  13. Jul 21, 2019 at 5:12 PM
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    YardBird

    YardBird Native San Diegan

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    Welcome aboard from SoCal.
     
  14. Jul 21, 2019 at 5:41 PM
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    NomadsLand

    NomadsLand [OP] The 719

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    Is that an 8ft bed on this first gen? That might be a game changer. The 1st gens also seem to be relatively cheap (compared to the 1st gen Tacomas). I think a little bit of reinforcement welds on the frame + a refreshed suspension and this thing would be a great platform for a flatbed camper :welder:
     
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  15. Jul 21, 2019 at 5:56 PM
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    Ely010606

    Ely010606 New Member

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    Welcome from Nevada
     
  16. Jul 21, 2019 at 6:28 PM
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    Rex Kramer

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    Welcome from Georgia.
    [​IMG]
     
  17. Jul 21, 2019 at 6:28 PM
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    SunTundra413

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    Welcome from Western Massachusetts
     
  18. Jul 21, 2019 at 6:30 PM
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    YardBird

    YardBird Native San Diegan

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    Years ago I saw the 8' beds for sale at various places on the web. Maybe that's what folks were doing with the truck ~ adding a flatbed.
     
  19. Jul 21, 2019 at 6:38 PM
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    Jimes

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    Welcome from the Bay Area
     

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