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New guy here..a long-time TacomaWorld member

Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by topdec, Jul 1, 2016.

  1. Jul 1, 2016 at 7:34 AM
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    topdec

    topdec [OP] New Member

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    Hi,

    New guy here...a long-time TacomaWorld member (same username). I chose a base 4Runner TE MGM over the 2016 Taco. I take delivery in 3 weeks.

    I tested the Taco in A/T and M/T but just couldn't pull the trigger. The A/T was hunting gears all the time, and while the M/T was OK, I couldn't decide on the 1st MY Taco after reading all the negative threads on the 3rd gen. I got a lot of valuable info on TW, both positive and negative posts helped me make my final decision after I got to test drive the M/T.

    The 4Runner will be my daily driver. I travel 60 miles/day, 4 days a week. The heaviest I pull is my 6x10 enclosed motorcycle trailer. I'll also be hauling music equipment for gigs from time-to-time.

    Talk to you guys later.
     
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  2. Jul 6, 2016 at 6:03 AM
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    Toyotacrawler

    Toyotacrawler New Member

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    Derped Badges, Weathertech Mats
    Welcome to 4Runners.com!
     
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  3. Jul 6, 2016 at 9:44 AM
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    Bob

    Bob Member Staff Member

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    Welcome!!
     
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  4. Jul 6, 2016 at 10:44 AM
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    UssMoGn

    UssMoGn That Vegas Dude

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    Well in typical TW.com fashion.... Use the damn search noob dont you dare ask any questions here! :popcorn:

    Naw just kidding :D
    Welcome dude, Id like one day to get a new 4runner they look so badass. But i got way to many memories in my 4runner to get rid of it.
     
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  5. Jul 8, 2016 at 3:24 PM
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    karmatp

    karmatp New Member

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    TRD wheels, Firestone destination at 2’s, Bilstein 5100's .85
    Welcome!
     
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  6. Jul 8, 2016 at 10:11 PM
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    topdec

    topdec [OP] New Member

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    Haha...it didn't use to be like that @ TW. It was different back in 2006 when there were less than 1000 members.

    From my experience, if your 4Runner is running well, keep it. I should have kept my 07 Taco.
     
  7. Jul 8, 2016 at 10:15 PM
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    topdec

    topdec [OP] New Member

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    Thanks for the warm welcome, everyone.

    I hope to post pics within 2 weeks, and hope to save up more money to bring down the monthly payment even more :)
     
  8. Jul 9, 2016 at 6:15 AM
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    karmatp

    karmatp New Member

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    TRD wheels, Firestone destination at 2’s, Bilstein 5100's .85
    Many of us are Tacomaworld transplants. I was for years, but recently purchased a 2016 4runner. You will be very happy with your purchase.
     
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  9. Jul 18, 2016 at 6:36 PM
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    topdec

    topdec [OP] New Member

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    It's official. After 3 months of searching for a vehicle, I finally got her home. I'm very happy so far.



     
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