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My first Toyota

Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by N6WRV, Nov 20, 2019.

  1. Nov 20, 2019 at 12:31 PM
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    N6WRV

    N6WRV [OP] New Member

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    James
    Paso Robles, CA
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    2015 4Runner Limited 4WD with X-REAS
    37qt ARB fridge wired directly to battery with ARB Wiring Kit.
    In April 2019, I purchased a 2015 Toyota 4RUNNER Limited 4x4 in Nautical Blue with 13K miles on it. While I am new to Toyota, I am familiar with JDM and have been doing DIY maintenance and mods on motor vehicles since age 15.

    I bought the 4RUNNER because I was seeking to downsize from a 2002 GMC Sierra 1500 Extended Cab 4WD short-bed pickup with a camper shell on it. Was first interested in a Toyota Tacoma double-cab, long-bed 4x4 pickup.

    I changed my mind and decided that instead of a mid-size, extended-cab pickup with a camper shell on it, I decided to just get a Toyota 4Runner.

    Compared to my full-size GM pickup, this 4-Runner is 4-feet shorter and much more pleasant to drive.

    Speaking of JDM, my wife drives a 2013 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium that I do DIY maintenance on.
     
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  2. Nov 20, 2019 at 12:48 PM
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    thirdyota

    thirdyota shouldn't be trusted

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    Brian
    Cincinnati, OH
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    2017 T4R TRD Off Road Premium
    Welcome!
     
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  3. Nov 20, 2019 at 12:49 PM
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    jgcaps

    jgcaps Lovin the Colorado Life.!

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    2018 MGM TRD ORP KDSS 4Runner
    3" Icon Stage 2, 18x9 Fuel Beast wheels, 285/65/18 BFG KO2's, N-FAB Black Rock Rails w/removable steps.
    Welcome from Colorado..! You're gonna love ur new rig... let's see some pics
     
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  4. Nov 20, 2019 at 12:51 PM
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    SlvrSlug

    SlvrSlug Slightly bent.

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    Ramona Ca.
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    2017 4-Runner SR-5 P. Kings, Built Right uca’s, Durabumps, RSG sliders
    Welcome.
     
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  5. Nov 20, 2019 at 1:12 PM
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    JET4

    JET4 New Member

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    Welcome
     
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  6. Nov 20, 2019 at 6:59 PM
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    Thatbassguy

    Thatbassguy New member? Really??

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    James
    S/E Wisconsin
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    2019 TRDORP, KDSS, MGM
    RSG sliders, Yakima offgrid basket, Pro-Comp wheels, SOS Streamline bumper and skids, Warn VR EVO10S winch + Ultimate Sidewinder, Bilstein 6112 + 5100 + rear lift coils, Rigid Dually SS ditch lights w/Caliraised brackets and OEM style dash switch
    Welcome to the forum!

    I love nautical blue!

    Pictures please:)
     
  7. Nov 20, 2019 at 7:06 PM
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    Matze

    Matze Fremdsprachler

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    Welcome
     
  8. Nov 21, 2019 at 3:43 AM
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    The Blue Pearl

    The Blue Pearl New Member

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    18’ Tundra SR- 4x4
    Congrats & Welcome from Maryland :hattip:

    Bought my wife a 16’ NBP Runner and she loves the deep blue color ( when I spend 3 hrs detailing it)

    This is our 3rd Runner- you won’t be disappointed
    :cheers:
     
  9. Nov 21, 2019 at 11:28 AM
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    brownbear

    brownbear Relax

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    NFab side steps TRD matte blk wheels K&N airfilter, go rhino rear hitch step,
    Welcome from FL.
     

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