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Taco to Tundra

Discussion in '2.5 Gen Tundras (2014-2021)' started by Tundra280AI, Aug 9, 2016.

  1. Aug 9, 2016 at 8:15 PM
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    Tundra280AI

    Tundra280AI [OP] New Member

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    Had a great 2015 TRD Sport with JBL but just wanted a full size with more power. Test drove the 16 Taco last year and just wasn't impressed, like the 4.0 more. Got it at almost $5k off for $30,200 and traded it in for $29k a year later.

    Bought the 2016 CrewMax 1794, what an upgrade! Got it for $6100 off, will need it for the gas milage. So far, been on a road trip, my worst tank was 15.9 and best 21.7 and average 18.8. That's about 3/4 highway but did have a bit of city stop and go. Yes I try to be easy on the gas. Averaging 67 according to the truck from Boise to Salt Lake I averaged 20.5 (hand calculated) but admittedly was with a 15ish mph tailwind.

    Have noticed the truck indicates about 1mpg more than my phone app/hand calculating. Every time.

    Love the power

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  2. Aug 9, 2016 at 8:20 PM
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    T-Rex266

    T-Rex266 Elon approved Staff Member

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    Welcome and congrats!
     
  3. Aug 9, 2016 at 9:39 PM
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    Law323

    Law323 it’s only weird if you make it weird

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    Toytec BOSS suspension lift @ 3" (front) Toytec BOSS remote resi's (back) 1" Toytec block (rear) 275/70r18 Toyo AT2 Info system mod 3D MAXpider Kagu floor mats LED interior lights 50% ceramic tint front windows 35% ceramic tint windshield brow Bed mounted YETI bottle opener Paracord wrapped oh Sh!t bars 3" stubby antennae TRD sway bar Upcoming: LED backup lights OEM Backup camera Iron Cross Patriot step bars Trifold or roll up tonneau cover
    Welcome!
     
  4. Aug 10, 2016 at 4:19 AM
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    zcarpenter92

    zcarpenter92 Yotas and Yellow Jackets

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    Welcome from eastern CO!
     
  5. Aug 10, 2016 at 4:42 AM
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    fuguchan

    fuguchan New Member

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    Welcome from Southern Maryland.
     
  6. Aug 10, 2016 at 6:16 AM
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    SOCO Tundra

    SOCO Tundra When do you stop being the FNG?

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    Leer topper, MagnaFlow, TRD CAI, TRD Hvy skid plate, and I want less chrome!
    Seems like a not to uncommon theme, the Taco to Tundra. I'm guilty.

    How many Tundra guys leave for a Taco? HAHA, I just got my own unintended joke.

    I bet quite a few.
     
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  7. Aug 10, 2016 at 6:40 AM
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    ColoradoTJ

    ColoradoTJ Certified tow LEO Staff Member

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    I keep seeing all these threads "taco to tundra" and just have this image in my head of some crazy woman throwing a soft shell taco at a guys truck.
     
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  8. Aug 10, 2016 at 8:37 AM
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    marlinmonty

    marlinmonty New Member

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    Is that a 4x4 ? Great mileage .
     
  9. Aug 10, 2016 at 2:41 PM
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    Tundra280AI

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    I'd never get a 2wd truck. I always get better than advertised, overall. The 2011 Ranger averaged 19.5, 2013 Taco (identical to the 2015 - sold it due to moving to Germany) averaged 19. Forgot what I got overall in the Camry I bought for Germany bit do remember 37mpg @ 75mph. 2015 Taco averaged 20.5ish - forgot what exactly. And the Tundra 18.85 Thanks to a lot of highway miles.
     
  10. Aug 10, 2016 at 4:30 PM
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    JAMES

    JAMES COLORADO TUNDRA

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    6" PC Stage II Coil Over 37x12.50x20 Toyo RT 20" Fuel Recoil Wheels N-Fab black Step Bars Splash 5% Window Tinting Clear Mask Protection Premium leather interior with 2-front Heat/Cool seats Viper 5806v Alarm w/ remote start Garmin 2589 Garmin Dash Cam Dual Flo-Pro 3.5 18" Glass Packs Black Chrome exhaust tips Bakflip Bed Cover Weather Tech Floor Mats Bushwacker Pocket style with matching paint TRD Pro Grill Tesla 12.1'' Head Unit Oh Shit handle on Drivers Side Under seating Storage 4.88 Gears NSV LED Light bar Upgraded Sound system with JL Audio Speakers and Sub
    Welcome to the site, and to our exclusive club, "Taco to Tundra".
     
  11. Aug 15, 2016 at 11:28 AM
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    Tundrazy

    Tundrazy Turd Bro

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    I bought a Taco last year, but I just couldn't part with my Tundra, so now I have the best of both worlds. The Tacoma is an awesome commuter, but more often than not I am pulling something behind the Tundra to go play on the weekends.
     
  12. Sep 29, 2016 at 10:32 AM
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    Stumpjumper

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    I am planning to do the same thing. TRD PRO double cab so I am anticipating having to order. I just cannot deal with that chrome grill. I will price a SR5 at the same time just to understand the difference. I am not fond of leather but I really like the seats in the PRO. My problem right now is I am getting the itch about 3 years ahead of my plan. Plan is to go at least 1 year with no payment on the Tacoma. Plus I have 4 Cooper ST Maxx's sitting in the garage ready to go. Doubt I will sell the Tacoma for a while once I put them on. I am not interested in the Limited or 1794 so I have not looked at the specs. Does the 1794 pkg. include the 5.7?

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  13. Sep 29, 2016 at 10:37 AM
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    csuviper

    csuviper Moderator Staff Member

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    Some Mods :) See build thread for details
    Welcome!
     

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