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Discussion in 'General Tundra Discussion' started by 1G3-TRD, Mar 18, 2015.

  1. Mar 18, 2015 at 9:04 PM
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    1G3-TRD

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    I was on my way to work today and stoped in traffic in a school zone. Looked up in my mirror and there it was, a lady looking down at her phone texting. It dosnt look as bad in photos as it does in person. But it damaged all 3 pieces of the rear bumper the hitch and the tailgate. After the police showed up and got both of our drivers license and insurence info. I was on my way and the police officer stayed with the lady because her car was unable to be driven and needed towed. About 2 hours later I got a phone call from the police officer that said he was finishing the report and called to confirm the insurance of both parties involved and discovered that her insurance had lapsed. thats F#@*ING AWESOME!!!!!! The stupid B**** drives without insurance, tears up my truck now I'm stuck paying the deductible and claiming it to my insurance with the hope that my insurence can go after her in court and I can get reimbursed for the deductible. The only good thing is her license is now suspended and she is going to have to pay out of pocket to fix her car and pay fines and court cost.
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  2. Mar 18, 2015 at 9:07 PM
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    Ouch! Not-at-fault accidents are the worst with having to deal with your insurance in a situation like this!
    Need a dislike button on here @Bob
     
  3. Mar 18, 2015 at 9:26 PM
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    I'd be pissed!
     
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  4. Mar 18, 2015 at 9:32 PM
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    That sucks man. Hope you can get it fixed up quick. Good time to upgrade the rear bumper to a beefier offroad one.
     
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  5. Mar 18, 2015 at 9:32 PM
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    She'll still drive on suspended / revoked ...

    How long of a lapse?

    I was rear ended at a dead stop on the freeway back in Sept...well, I was the 2nd one to be hit. (All fixed now)

    Hit the truck, and my feelers :(
     
  6. Mar 18, 2015 at 11:23 PM
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    andrew where's the beer?

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    time to get one of those fancy steel bumpers.
     
  7. Mar 19, 2015 at 2:25 AM
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    I would opt to get a heavy duty bumper also (front and rear). But when I had my little accident, my insurance company only allowed factory replacements, since I was still paying for the truck.
     
  8. Mar 19, 2015 at 3:24 AM
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    AxelsHumanDad

    AxelsHumanDad I am Groot

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    Too bad about your truck, that stinks. I hope you get it squared away without pulling too much of your hair.
    I blame the phone. I hate friggin cell phones.
     
  9. Mar 19, 2015 at 4:38 PM
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    Progressive has been pretty cool so far, the adjuster is coming to look at it tomorrow
     
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  10. Mar 19, 2015 at 11:44 PM
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    -TRS Mini D2S Retrofit on TRD Pro Headlights (Apollo 2.0 Shrouds, 35w XB Ballasts, 5500k Bulbs) -Baja Designs Squadron R Sport Aux lights. -TRD Pro Grill -TRD Rear Sway Bar -BakFlip VP Tonneau w/BakBox -Dipped wheels & bumpers -Iron Cross HD steps -Undercover Swingcase -SunTek Paint Protection film -Tinted glass -Bedmat -OEM Towing Mirrors
    Sorry to hear brother, that sucks. At least you didn't get hurt. I know, its easy for me to say, but it could have been worse.

    The truck will be looking back to normal in no time!
     
  11. Mar 20, 2015 at 9:12 AM
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    I'm looking at bumpers online, has anyone installed an aftermarket rear bumper or have any suggestions
     
  12. Mar 20, 2015 at 5:56 PM
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    -TRS Mini D2S Retrofit on TRD Pro Headlights (Apollo 2.0 Shrouds, 35w XB Ballasts, 5500k Bulbs) -Baja Designs Squadron R Sport Aux lights. -TRD Pro Grill -TRD Rear Sway Bar -BakFlip VP Tonneau w/BakBox -Dipped wheels & bumpers -Iron Cross HD steps -Undercover Swingcase -SunTek Paint Protection film -Tinted glass -Bedmat -OEM Towing Mirrors
    My vote is Iron Cross. Made in the USA.
     
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  13. Mar 20, 2015 at 9:13 PM
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    Addicted off road
    Pelfrey
     
  14. Mar 20, 2015 at 9:32 PM
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    Demello
     
  15. Mar 20, 2015 at 9:56 PM
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    Mike Tread lightly.

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    yep bank account is running low from it..
    2x

    I like there work...
     
  16. Mar 20, 2015 at 9:57 PM
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    This is the one I think I might get
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  17. Mar 21, 2015 at 5:15 AM
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    Got off the phone with the insurance company, $4,100 Damage
     
  18. Mar 21, 2015 at 8:53 AM
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    That's a very good looking one. Famous fabrication. Good choice.
     
  19. Mar 21, 2015 at 9:16 AM
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    Holy smokes that much damage... wow
     
  20. Mar 21, 2015 at 9:36 AM
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    Nice looking bumper..I would definitely consider that one.
     
  21. Mar 21, 2015 at 9:43 PM
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    Saw one today in person on a Chevy. Very nice looking bumper.
     
  22. Mar 22, 2015 at 3:00 PM
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    I'm going to order new tailgate and bumper tomorrow, I'm also going to get a set of fender flares while I'm at it.
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    I will post pics as soon as it's done, it will probably be a week or so. And sense I will have the fender flares and bumper when it's time to replace tires I'm going to do a lift and larger tires
     
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  23. Mar 25, 2015 at 8:38 PM
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    JC303 Same same but different

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    Awesome! Can't wait to see it!
     
  24. Mar 28, 2015 at 7:55 AM
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    My tailgate showed up as well as my fender flares, now I'm just waiting on my fab fours bumper. I'm going to do a 3+2 leveling kit trying to decide on 295/70/18 or 305/70/188 with 1.25 spacers on stock wheels. What tire size should I go with
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  25. Mar 28, 2015 at 10:41 AM
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    305/70/18

    What tires are u considering?
     
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  26. Mar 28, 2015 at 11:59 AM
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    I like my 295's but wouldnt mind a full 35. Problem was that tire shops didnt want to mount the larger tires as the stock wheels were too narrow for the tire fit specs. Most of the 35x12.50s and the 305's required at least an 8.5" wide wheel and they wouldnt budge on installing on out-of-spec wheels. :annoyed:
    I was forced to stick with the 295's unless I dropped another $600-1000 on some 18x9 aftermarket wheels.
     
  27. Mar 28, 2015 at 2:58 PM
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    Thats the exact issue I had and had to suck it up...technically, you can fit them...but most tire shops wont do it if it isnt remedied as 'safe' from their policies. You can try Duratracs on a 17" wheel (TRD) like @csuviper has...it may be a cheaper option.
     
  28. Mar 28, 2015 at 5:08 PM
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    Toyo Open COUNTRY MT or NITTO TRAIL GRAPPLE MT
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  29. Mar 28, 2015 at 5:52 PM
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    I had Toyo OC- great aggressive looking tire, but I wasn't impressed how loud they were in the rain, or the under performance (IMO) in the snow and ice...maybe I expected too much, who knows.

    315/70/18
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  30. Mar 28, 2015 at 6:50 PM
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    315/70R17 Diratracs are what I put on. They spec 8.5" wheel min but discount tire didn't say anything. I purchased from them and they installed.
     

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