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Hey from OR!

Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by Tdalk458, Nov 20, 2020.

  1. Nov 20, 2020 at 10:13 PM
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    Tdalk458

    Tdalk458 [OP] New Member

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    Hello all, my name is Tom and I’m from Oregon. I just put my deposit down on a black 2021 Tundra TRD Pro. I’m stoked! I currently have a 2014 Tacoma SR and had a 2001 Tacoma SR5 before that for 13 years. The legend is true, a Toyota never dies! I decided to upgrade to the Tundra since we plan to get a travel trailer soon. The salesman told me they are expecting it before the end of the year but possible mid January. He mentioned something about the factory being shut down (assuming due to COVID). Does anyone if there’s truth to that? Anyway, I’m very anxious to get it and am hoping for a surprise!
     
  2. Nov 20, 2020 at 10:17 PM
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  3. Nov 20, 2020 at 10:45 PM
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  4. Nov 20, 2020 at 10:47 PM
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    Any mods planned yet? We’re all here to help you spend your money!
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  5. Nov 20, 2020 at 11:01 PM
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    Tdalk458

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    I’m having the dealership install 285/65R18 Falken tires and I ordered some 5” tube steps and a hard tonneau last night. That’s it so far. May need to build up some more funds before anything else!
     
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  6. Nov 21, 2020 at 3:32 AM
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    From what I’ve read and heard in the beginning of the year Toyota had planned on upgrades to their plant and lines that manufacture Tundras looking forward to the new design and production of the 2022. In March due to Covid response they shut down for a while and again in August. This effected the 2020 production more than the 2021 but put the 2021 production behind schedule.
    Welcome and nice choices on the trucks.
     
  7. Nov 21, 2020 at 4:13 AM
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  8. Nov 21, 2020 at 5:43 AM
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  9. Nov 21, 2020 at 5:56 AM
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  10. Nov 21, 2020 at 6:04 AM
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    Welcome from Portland Oregon! I just got my 2021 PRO from Beaverton Toyota. Waiting for delivery was hard but worth it! Post pics when you get it
     
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  12. Nov 21, 2020 at 6:31 AM
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  19. Nov 21, 2020 at 9:24 AM
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  20. Nov 21, 2020 at 11:06 AM
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    Tdalk458

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    Thanks all!

    V10- I’m a Salem guy myself! You get yours from Capitol?
     
  21. Nov 21, 2020 at 11:43 AM
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  22. Nov 21, 2020 at 11:48 AM
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    Tdalk458

    Tdalk458 [OP] New Member

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    how long did it take to arrive?
     
  23. Nov 21, 2020 at 11:52 AM
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    I didn't order it, I saw it on their website on a Friday and went down to take a look. Turns out it was still in transit so I asked them to contact me once it arrived. Following Monday at 330pm I get a call and haul ass down there as there were 7 other people highly interested in it and purchased it on the spot.
     
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  24. Nov 21, 2020 at 12:31 PM
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    got it. I was kind of in a similar situation. Apparently someone ordered it but then backed out while it was already in production.
     
  25. Nov 21, 2020 at 5:42 PM
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    Tdalk458

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    Wondering if anyone here has experience towing travel trailers? The Pro has a max towing cap of 9200 lbs. I know you want to leave at least a 10% factory of safety. Some friends are selling a 34’ trailer that has a dry weight of 7900 lbs. I figure with the water tank full and gear, I would probably be pushing the max towing cap. Tongue weight is 750 lbs. We would mainly be on highways and would probably be going over some mountain passes with a few fairly good grades (not sure the percentages). I would take it hunting once/year where I would be driving up and down graveled forest roads with some fairly steep grades.
    Just wondering if you think I would get myself in trouble! My dad had a 1/2 ton Suburban that we used to tow a 6700 lb. trailer with up to our camp. It was definitely underpowered.
     
  26. Nov 22, 2020 at 7:07 AM
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  27. Nov 22, 2020 at 7:43 AM
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    NWPirate

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    Welcome from WA.
    Most guys on here will say that's a little much for the Tundra, especially after it's loaded up with gear. You will likely run out of payload too.
    With the trailer loaded, full propane and batteries your tongue weight might be quite a bit higher than 750lbs. With the Pro being leveled already, you don't have the rake to help you out either.

    Long story short, I would pass on that trailer. Good luck!
     
  28. Nov 22, 2020 at 11:17 AM
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    Tdalk458

    Tdalk458 [OP] New Member

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    Thanks Pirate! I figured that would probably be the case.
     
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  29. Nov 22, 2020 at 12:38 PM
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    TelemarkTumalo

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    Howdy "Neighbor" and welcome from Bend. Congrats on the new black PRO.
     

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