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Trading my Tacoma for a Tundra

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  1. Jan 19, 2019 at 6:51 PM
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    Hey Tundra community,

    I'm currently in negotiation with my local Toyota dealership on a 2012 5.7 Tundra double cab w/ the rock warrior package. It has 78,7XX miles on it. Frame checks out. Carfax checks out, no accidents, regularly maintained, 3 previous owners (this something to be weary about?).

    I test drove it today and it didn't notice anything out of the normal. My current vehicle is a 2013 Tacoma TRD Off-Road w/ 93k miles so I somewhat knew what to expect but it's a whole different beast.

    Is there anything I should specifically inspect or look out for? AKA any known issues with these trucks?

    I appreciate any advice.
     
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    thejurgy, Jan 19, 2019
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  2. Jan 19, 2019 at 6:54 PM
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    Check the steering rack

    Welcome
     
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  3. Jan 19, 2019 at 6:55 PM
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    Will do, thanks!
     
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  4. Jan 19, 2019 at 6:57 PM
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    You will also notice, that you'll be asking yourself, why didn't i do this alot sooner. Alot of people on here, have come from Tacoma's, myself included.
     
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  7. Jan 19, 2019 at 7:07 PM
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    So I've noticed. I love my Tacoma but we've quickly outgrown it. I've had a lot of fun "building" it out but plans for the Tundra are a lot simpler. Pic for reference.

    IMG_1145.jpg

    :bananadance:
     
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  8. Jan 19, 2019 at 7:07 PM
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    Will do for sure!
     
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  9. Jan 19, 2019 at 7:12 PM
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    In Louisiana bigger means stucker.....there are times when the Taco was more practical but if you are staying out of the woods and tight trails, it's a no brainer.
     
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  10. Jan 19, 2019 at 7:16 PM
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  11. Jan 19, 2019 at 7:21 PM
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    I've given this a lot of thought. I'm in the woods a lot so it's a concern for sure but I've been in situations where even the Tacoma couldn't turn around easily. I think I'm willing to take the risk.
     
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    howdy everyone :hattip:
     
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    Good call. The bed liner is extremely warped. I pulled up on it and didn't see any rust but I couldn't see much. It might be something petty but I think it'll actually be a PITA to fix.

    B130ADAF-F7D0-43BB-B8B1-7F1FD5EAD86D.jpg
     
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