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My 2nd New Tundra

Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by PeteP, Jan 1, 2021.

  1. Jan 1, 2021 at 7:09 PM
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    PeteP

    PeteP [OP] New Member

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    I just traded in my 2006 4.7L Tundra with 110K miles, for a blacked out 2021 Double Cab Limited! A lot has changed in 16 years. What did they do with the frickin driver grab handle?!!! Anyway, I'm really psyched I have an appointment next Thursday for Line-X. I've received (but not installed) my AMP Bed Step and a Driver Grab Handle. I'm taking advantage of an unseasonably warm day tomorrow to install both.

    My planned purchases:
    Soft Rollup Tonneau
    Running Boards
    Tuftskinz Interior Accents

    But first - I want to protect my headlights from yellowing like they did on my 06. Any suggestions on headlight protection film would be appreciated.
     
  2. Jan 1, 2021 at 7:48 PM
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    RainMan_PNW

    RainMan_PNW SSEM #82 RGBA #4 “That Guy” Vendor

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    Check the build link in my signature.
    Welcome from the wet side of WA.

    I had a 2008 with almost 300k on it and never had any yellowing issues. I'm hoping my 2021 LEDs hold up just as well!
     
  3. Jan 1, 2021 at 7:55 PM
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    NCTundra18

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    Welcome from Western NC.
     
  4. Jan 1, 2021 at 8:24 PM
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    TheBeast

    TheBeast The Beach

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    wax is good. just apply every time you wash the truck
     
  5. Jan 1, 2021 at 8:26 PM
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    Willard

    Willard New Member

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    PPF isn’t recommended on the current headlights as it can tear up the clear coat.
     
  6. Jan 1, 2021 at 8:32 PM
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    Trooper2

    Trooper2 Premium Lone Star Member / SSEM #13

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    TSS 20's with Cooper ATP ll's, N Fab 3 Step Nerf Bars,, Pioneer AVIC-8100NEX, Masters Tailgate Replacement Latch with Camera, 1" Maxtrac Shackles, LED Interiors/Brake/Reverse/Cargo/Fog Bulbs, Fumoto Drain Valve, Toyota Aluminium Oil Filter Housing, TRD Shift Knob, Courtesy Door Projector LEDs with Toyota Emblem, Console Tray and Lower Divider.
    Welcome and congrats!
    Your 06 was a creampuff, just getting broke in! Lol
    As mentioned. Waxing the headlights helps. Avoid sun exposure if possible. Refresh kits work, some do yearly when needed, replace down if not happy.
     
  7. Jan 1, 2021 at 8:39 PM
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    Jim LE 1301

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

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    Welcome from NY.
     
  8. Jan 1, 2021 at 8:51 PM
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    Ely010606

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    Welcome from Nevada
     
  9. Jan 1, 2021 at 8:53 PM
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    TXRailRoadBandit73

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  10. Jan 1, 2021 at 9:25 PM
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    Welcome, Peter, from LA (Lower Alabama)!
     
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  12. Jan 2, 2021 at 5:08 AM
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    Prostar 190

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  13. Jan 2, 2021 at 6:01 AM
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    Green Thunder

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  14. Jan 2, 2021 at 6:47 AM
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  15. Jan 2, 2021 at 7:03 AM
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    RitcheyRch

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    Welcome from Ontario Canada.
     
  17. Jan 2, 2021 at 8:06 AM
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    PeteP

    PeteP [OP] New Member

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    Wow, thanks for all the welcomes! Yeah Trooper2, I hated giving up my 06. I have 2 colleagues with 06's and they each had 250K. She rode so smooth, but I got tired of resetting the P0430 code, and it was going to cost $2500 for a new OEM cat. I really hated giving up my full rear window too :-(
     

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