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Hello From Vegas

Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by Big_Tun, Jun 8, 2017.

  1. Jun 8, 2017 at 8:14 PM
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    Big_Tun

    Big_Tun [OP] New Member

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    @702_CCButcher 35" Toyo Rt 17" Methods Double standard "0"offSet LSK UPPERS Icon RXT bypasses REAR Bilstein 5100s FRONT BMC -SSBUILT Bumper -SSBUILT Rear Bumpers Powder Coated -Snailed IT Dirty Deeds 3" DUAL BUDGET DUMP DOUG Thorley Long Tube HEADERS INJEN Ram Air Intake Baja Designs XL80S A pillar SDHQ MOUNTS Baja Designs squadrons - dust lights- SDHQ MOUNTS DDM LED 6000k 45w Sabers SYLVANIA interior LEDs Debadged 5% limo all around 30% ceramic front window
    So, I've had My 2016 CrewMax since Sept of last year. I went to the dealership with a friend because he was looking to get a Trd Pro Tacoma. I sat in the Tundra and knew I needed to trade my Tacoma in. With family that is growing the size of the Tundra made sense. I walked out with a new vehicle and he didn't. Lol.
    I didn't exactly get to pick the Tundra I wanted. In fact I hated the color at first, but It was a very low milage 2016 Sr5. Couldn't pass the deal up. Basically the previous owner took the hit on depreciation.
    I've done some mods since then. Lighting,tires, leveling kit. Lots more to come. Making a SR5 Pro in the end. I look forward to sharing my journey with this Tundra.
    Here's the before of BigTun
    IMG_2581.jpg
    And this is after
    IMG_4274.jpg
     
  2. Jun 8, 2017 at 8:22 PM
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    T-Rex266

    T-Rex266 Elon approved Staff Member

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    Welcome from CO!
     
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  3. Jun 8, 2017 at 8:24 PM
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    TXRailRoadBandit73

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

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    Bienvenidos de Tejas! Nice rig
     
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  4. Jun 8, 2017 at 8:28 PM
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    TXMiamiFan

    TXMiamiFan SSEM #3 and tractor extraordinaire

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    Welcome Chris from CO. Don't sell yourself short on the color; it's a great color.
     
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  5. Jun 8, 2017 at 8:43 PM
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    Big_Tun

    Big_Tun [OP] New Member

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    @702_CCButcher 35" Toyo Rt 17" Methods Double standard "0"offSet LSK UPPERS Icon RXT bypasses REAR Bilstein 5100s FRONT BMC -SSBUILT Bumper -SSBUILT Rear Bumpers Powder Coated -Snailed IT Dirty Deeds 3" DUAL BUDGET DUMP DOUG Thorley Long Tube HEADERS INJEN Ram Air Intake Baja Designs XL80S A pillar SDHQ MOUNTS Baja Designs squadrons - dust lights- SDHQ MOUNTS DDM LED 6000k 45w Sabers SYLVANIA interior LEDs Debadged 5% limo all around 30% ceramic front window
    The color has grown on me. Big time after I changed the wheels and tires.
     
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  6. Jun 8, 2017 at 8:59 PM
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    Eclipsed & Floating

    Eclipsed & Floating Over it.........

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    I’m right where I need to be
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    I've always been one to stick to price rather than color and options.

    Welcome from CO!
     
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  7. Jun 8, 2017 at 9:15 PM
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    Achuop

    Achuop Stormtrooper 5.7

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    Welcome from Vegas also! There's a Vegas thread if you search for it. There a few of us here.
     
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  8. Jun 8, 2017 at 9:22 PM
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    Flyinryank

    Flyinryank New Member

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    AFE Dry S Drop-In Filter TRD Air Accelerator TRD Radiator Cap TRD Fuel Cap TRD Pro Grill/Hood Body Mount Chop Bilstein 6112s CB Shim on Driver Side Bilstein 5160s ICON Rear Spring Pack Factory Painted Door Handles BFG KO2s 305/65R18 Method NV 18x9 +25 NFAB RKR Rails SDHQ ABS Guards SDHQ Ditch Light Brackets Baja Designs Squadron Pros
    Welcome to the forum and the CM club man! Lol
     
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  9. Jun 8, 2017 at 9:27 PM
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    Jsena

    Jsena Trend setter, not a follower!!

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    Welcome From Vegas bro... cheers..
     
  10. Jun 8, 2017 at 9:34 PM
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    Big_Tun

    Big_Tun [OP] New Member

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    2016 Sunset Bronze SR5Pro CrewMax 6Seater
    @702_CCButcher 35" Toyo Rt 17" Methods Double standard "0"offSet LSK UPPERS Icon RXT bypasses REAR Bilstein 5100s FRONT BMC -SSBUILT Bumper -SSBUILT Rear Bumpers Powder Coated -Snailed IT Dirty Deeds 3" DUAL BUDGET DUMP DOUG Thorley Long Tube HEADERS INJEN Ram Air Intake Baja Designs XL80S A pillar SDHQ MOUNTS Baja Designs squadrons - dust lights- SDHQ MOUNTS DDM LED 6000k 45w Sabers SYLVANIA interior LEDs Debadged 5% limo all around 30% ceramic front window
    Thanks guys! I'll start looking for the Vegas Threads.
     
  11. Jun 8, 2017 at 9:40 PM
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    Achuop

    Achuop Stormtrooper 5.7

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    TRD Pro grill, Magna Flow Exhaust, 3/2 leveling kit, TRD sway bar, black out emblems, Bakflip G2 cover, 20” ProComp wheels and Tires and lots of love and affection.
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  12. Jun 8, 2017 at 10:19 PM
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    blue16

    blue16 New Member

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    Welcome from AZ
     
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  13. Jun 8, 2017 at 10:56 PM
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    Y0TA PR0

    Y0TA PR0 Dirt biking & fishing

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    Welcome from :canada:
     
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  14. Jun 8, 2017 at 11:23 PM
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    Tomcat

    Tomcat Ever see a motorcycle outside a shrinks office?

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    Welcome...the color is fine
     
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  15. Jun 9, 2017 at 5:07 AM
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    Law323

    Law323 it’s only weird if you make it weird

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    Welcome from TN!
     
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  16. Jun 9, 2017 at 7:26 AM
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    T_dublecab14

    T_dublecab14 New Member

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    Welcome!
     
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  17. Jun 9, 2017 at 8:25 AM
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    joonbug

    joonbug °°°°°°°°°°

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    Welcome bud. The wheels make all the difference.
     
  18. Jun 9, 2017 at 9:09 AM
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    zcarpenter92

    zcarpenter92 Yotas and Yellow Jackets

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    Welcome from eastern CO!
     
  19. Jun 9, 2017 at 9:09 AM
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    Vector W8

    Vector W8 Old guy with a lot of expensive habits.

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    Hello and welcome from Michigan!
     
  20. Jun 9, 2017 at 9:43 AM
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    TheBeast

    TheBeast The Beach

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    looks great ! wheels set it up well.
    did you do the body mount chop to fit those 35"s ?
     
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  21. Jun 9, 2017 at 11:34 AM
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    Big_Tun

    Big_Tun [OP] New Member

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    @702_CCButcher 35" Toyo Rt 17" Methods Double standard "0"offSet LSK UPPERS Icon RXT bypasses REAR Bilstein 5100s FRONT BMC -SSBUILT Bumper -SSBUILT Rear Bumpers Powder Coated -Snailed IT Dirty Deeds 3" DUAL BUDGET DUMP DOUG Thorley Long Tube HEADERS INJEN Ram Air Intake Baja Designs XL80S A pillar SDHQ MOUNTS Baja Designs squadrons - dust lights- SDHQ MOUNTS DDM LED 6000k 45w Sabers SYLVANIA interior LEDs Debadged 5% limo all around 30% ceramic front window
    Yea i did the Body Mount Chop. I still have rubbing up front though. I'm replacing the bumper soon and that will take care of that issue.
     
  22. Jun 9, 2017 at 2:08 PM
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    Flyinryank

    Flyinryank New Member

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    How much? After taking off the front half flaps and doing the mod I was able to gain about 3/4" more clearance between the front of the bumper and tire. I only have a 2" lift and 305/65R18s though
     
  23. Jun 9, 2017 at 2:15 PM
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    Big_Tun

    Big_Tun [OP] New Member

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    @702_CCButcher 35" Toyo Rt 17" Methods Double standard "0"offSet LSK UPPERS Icon RXT bypasses REAR Bilstein 5100s FRONT BMC -SSBUILT Bumper -SSBUILT Rear Bumpers Powder Coated -Snailed IT Dirty Deeds 3" DUAL BUDGET DUMP DOUG Thorley Long Tube HEADERS INJEN Ram Air Intake Baja Designs XL80S A pillar SDHQ MOUNTS Baja Designs squadrons - dust lights- SDHQ MOUNTS DDM LED 6000k 45w Sabers SYLVANIA interior LEDs Debadged 5% limo all around 30% ceramic front window
    Im thinking I need another 1/2" of clearance up front. Rubs at the bottom of the bumper around the mounting holes for the front mud flap. I'm thinking it's because I'm running these 17s with 0 offset. Almost like having wheel spacers.
     
  24. Jun 9, 2017 at 2:54 PM
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    Otaku4life69

    Otaku4life69 Welcome to the Dark Side.

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    Welcome to the forum Chris.
     
  25. Jun 10, 2017 at 8:35 AM
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    Viper3G

    Viper3G Why isn't work more like this?

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    Welcome!
     
  26. Jun 10, 2017 at 9:01 AM
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    831Tun

    831Tun heartless Bastrd

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    Welcome Chris. I didn't like that color at first but the more of 'em I see, the more I like it. You can loosen the front bumper and slide it forward. You can gain about .5". You can also cut the liner, push it forward and relocate the screws that attach it to the bottom on the bumper.
     
  27. Jun 10, 2017 at 10:11 AM
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    Toyotoholic

    Toyotoholic -4Life-

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    Welcome from CT!
     
  28. Jun 10, 2017 at 10:20 AM
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    DPMSRECON308

    DPMSRECON308 New Member

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    That's a bad ass color and a nice truck! Welcome to the forum:)
     
  29. Jun 10, 2017 at 10:59 AM
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    lionix

    lionix The Grey Moose!

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    Welcome from New Jersey! I almost bought the same color truck.
     
  30. Jun 10, 2017 at 11:14 AM
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    DPMSRECON308

    DPMSRECON308 New Member

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    Cool! I had to choose between quicksand an Inferno so, got the Inferno!! Anyway enjoy that Tundra brother...
     

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