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First time Tundra owner

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

  1. Jan 21, 2019 at 3:37 PM
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    Brownsfanhere

    Brownsfanhere [OP] New Member

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    Been a GM guy my whole life. Sadly,their trucks disappoint anymore. 14 Sierra one problem after another. Then went 17 Colorado. Colorado had torque converter issue, GM has no fix. Waited months to find a solution. Was given the cold shoulder from corporate. Literally couldnt drive it on the highway. So today got 2015 Crew Max. Dont know if I got a good deal or not. But what I did get is a truck that shifts like its suppose to. Plenty of power. The steering and transmission are the best ever experienced in a truck. Keeping it stock for the most part. Corsa exhaust is gonna happen eventually. Just hope for the dependability with this truck. Love it. Heard about the cam tower leak so was nervous. But took a look and is dry. Enjoyed doing research before hand on this site. My favorite part about this truck is no cylinder deactivation. Thanks for keeping it simple Toyota. Have a great day
     
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  2. Jan 21, 2019 at 3:40 PM
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    NCTundra18

    NCTundra18 New Member

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    TRD dual exhaust, Rough Country lift kit and too much money spent.
    Welcome from NC and you made the right move. Had a 05 Tundra and put 174,000 on it with no issues. Probably put more miles on this one.
     
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  3. Jan 21, 2019 at 3:41 PM
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    Y0TA PR0

    Y0TA PR0 Dirt biking & fishing

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    WELCOME
     
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  4. Jan 21, 2019 at 3:42 PM
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    Brownsfanhere

    Brownsfanhere [OP] New Member

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    thank you.
     
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  5. Jan 21, 2019 at 3:49 PM
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    drhntr

    drhntr New Member

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    Welcome from NH I too made the switch from a GMC I had a 2014 that was in the shop for more recalls than I had oil changes decided enough was enough and bought my Tundra and I couldn’t be happier. Congrats on making the switch
     
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  6. Jan 21, 2019 at 3:57 PM
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    Brownsfanhere

    Brownsfanhere [OP] New Member

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    the 14 Sierra was the most ever I paid for a truck. Biggest piece of garbage ever owned. First year everything was good. Then everything went to heck after that.
     
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  7. Jan 21, 2019 at 3:58 PM
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    T-Rex266

    T-Rex266 Elon approved Staff Member

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  8. Jan 21, 2019 at 3:59 PM
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    Larmand

    Larmand SSEM #6

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    Welcome to the party!!
     
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  9. Jan 21, 2019 at 4:01 PM
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    dandailey

    dandailey King Tundra

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    Bakflip Revolver X2 ,Nestahedition Firestalk antenna, TRD dual exhaust, WeatherTech liners, in channel deflectors, 20% tint front, Tundra bed mat.AFE pro dry s filter,SA XDM 3.8 compact 9mm., Wheel to wheel N-Fab 3 steps.Lamin-X yellow on fogs, Bilstein 6112's top setting, BFG KO2's 275/70-18.Pioneer HU, JL RD amp, Focal speakers everywhere.
    Welcome from SE VA..;)
     
  10. Jan 21, 2019 at 4:02 PM
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    Brownsfanhere

    Brownsfanhere [OP] New Member

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    Thanks guys. Indiana boy here
     
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  11. Jan 21, 2019 at 4:08 PM
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    Padj

    Padj Life is what happens when you're making plans

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    Welcome to the dank side.
     
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  12. Jan 21, 2019 at 4:13 PM
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    TXMiamiFan

    TXMiamiFan SSEM #3 and tractor extraordinaire

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    Is that where they make dank memes? :notsure:
     
  13. Jan 21, 2019 at 4:13 PM
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    TXMiamiFan

    TXMiamiFan SSEM #3 and tractor extraordinaire

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    Welcome from CO
     
  14. Jan 21, 2019 at 4:15 PM
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    Blueknights75

    Blueknights75 040 IS THE FASTEST

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    Welcome from NC!
     
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  15. Jan 21, 2019 at 4:16 PM
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    Fishman57

    Fishman57 New Member

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    Welcome from SE PA!
    I, too, am a recent convert from Chevy. So glad that I came over to the dark Side!
     
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  16. Jan 21, 2019 at 4:28 PM
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    Adriver71x

    Adriver71x New Member

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    Welcome from Northeast Connecticut
     
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  17. Jan 21, 2019 at 4:28 PM
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    Prostar 190

    Prostar 190 SSEM #9 I would rather be water skiing

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    Welcome from Ohio!
     
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  18. Jan 21, 2019 at 4:58 PM
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    tenntundra

    tenntundra 2013 SR5 crewmax Barcelona red

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    3" suspension lift, BMF 20" wheels 305/55/20 nitto ridge grappler tires,painted RED bushwhacker fender flares,fold up tonneu cover,100 watt led fog lights,led interior lights,borla dual exhaust,tinted windows,window vent visors, Toyota hood protector,toyota step bars,spyder carbon fiber floor mats,k&n air filter,painted brake calipers red, installed red lug nuts on wheels remote start.
    Welcome from East Tennessee. I used your be a good guy also.last gm truck was a 1985 Chevy Silverado square body.350 crate motor and 700 r4 transmission with no 208 transfer case. Awesome truck! Put 230,000 miles on it before I sold it. I was going to buy another chevy in 2000 but test drove a 2000 Toyota tundra limited and was hooked..372,000 miles later and still driving it ,I now also own a 2013 tundra crewmax SR5 TRD package.You won't be disappointed for switching to Toyota.
     
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  19. Jan 21, 2019 at 5:10 PM
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    Jeff_1974

    Jeff_1974 Cookeville, TN

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    Welcome from Tennessee
     
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  20. Jan 21, 2019 at 5:13 PM
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    TXRailRoadBandit73

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

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    Welcome from Texas
     
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  21. Jan 21, 2019 at 6:26 PM
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    Pinay

    Pinay New Member

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    Mahal kita Kuya
    :wave: Hiya and welcome from SoCalif!!!
     
  22. Jan 21, 2019 at 7:51 PM
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    Hammy68

    Hammy68 Peak Bagger

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    Welcome from New Hampshire!
     
  23. Jan 21, 2019 at 8:25 PM
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  24. Jan 21, 2019 at 8:52 PM
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    Jim LE 1301

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

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  25. Jan 22, 2019 at 2:38 AM
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    CMB

    CMB New Member

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    Not nearly enough room here!
    Welcome to the 'Bunch':D Don't sell yourself on Corsa till you've talked to Keith Carty from BA Exhaust. I had a Corsa on my 2010 for a while. No complaints on their Quality Workmanship, the problem was their 3" pipe is too large for our engines and steals low-end "grunt". Call Keith at 1-760-877-4234 and have him explain. You'll come away more educated about your engine and exhausts than you could imagine. :oldglory:
     
  26. Jan 22, 2019 at 5:48 AM
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    Brownsfanhere

    Brownsfanhere [OP] New Member

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    Cmb,thanks for that info. Will look into that when the time comes for the exhaust.
     
  27. Jan 22, 2019 at 7:27 AM
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    Steve6

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    Welcome from Arizona.
     
  28. Jan 22, 2019 at 7:33 AM
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    CMB

    CMB New Member

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    Not nearly enough room here!
    Yes Sir.
     
  29. Jan 22, 2019 at 3:15 PM
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    rons23

    rons23 Get The Led Out!!!

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    Welcome from Obx
     
  30. Jan 22, 2019 at 4:01 PM
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    SNO BUS

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    Welcome from WA, but
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