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And maybe what is more important is the person who is directly involved state that I crossed a line involving occupation or race. Should Pluto be the one to judge what is inappropriate, not you? Seems to me you are a third person party trying to stir up some trouble, when it's probably none of your business to begin with. Draw any conclusions on my creditibility if you want to, but let me remind you, this is the internet, not life. You won't hurt my feelings no matter what conclusions you make... but this should be a discussion about trucks. Right?
h0udini, I've read most of this stuff, and I didn't see anything about race. And if I had I would have left it alone. Is any place safe from guilt-ridden white crusaders? I'm sick of hearing about it, so I will just bow out of this place. So long, m_stang and saddaddy. Enjoyed it.
Tadaoh -- we are not ALL about putting each other down, just a couple chosen ones.
We did in fact have a long winded discussion with shock absorbers. I simply brought the subject up when I saw the redesigned F-150 confirm what I had been saying earlier. If this is so upsetting to you, maybe you shouldn't participate in discussions where people have opinions backed by facts.
Don't assume the role of moderator and place blame on me for what sometimes happens in these discussions. If I was guilty of even half the nonsense you accuse me of, I would have lost my membership privileges long ago. Much to your displeasure, I'm sure, that hasn't happened. It "takes two (or more) to tango," as the saying goes.
If other members here, myself included, don't care to hear nonsense about race and occupations, why do you continue to bring the subject up? I certainly never have.
Want to know what's really funny about all this? Everytime you see a new F-150, you'll be reminded of how you lost our little debate, which, of course, you deny ever took place. And everytime I see one, I'll smile...
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Every time I see an F-150 or a Ranger I'll smile. And I will smile more often because 1. I love both trucks. 2. More people like them too because 3. People choose Ford over Toyota.
Have a nice day, and don't fret the small stuff.
That's the one thing holding me back from buying. Although its much better now, the typical assumption was that you would lose 15% power for a manual and 30% for an automatic. Based on that, the 2.7L manual and the 3.4L auto are within about 5HP/5lb-ft.
I won't drive another auto (had a Ford so I understand transmission failure).
Just to stay on-topic: are the shocks on the Taco a good design? And what is it about rlafever complaining about his Tacoma all over the townhall forums? The seats aren't made for the human body, the PreRunner is too big-I bashed my knee, I wish I had a Toyota when they built their reputation, etc.
They seem to be perfect on Tacomas: they are vertical (which means they get the most travel and do the most damping....when shocks are placed in a V, they are less effective), the shock hangers are on u-bolt plates, so you can't hurt them without damaging the entire setup on that side (and look underneath a few other vehicles....SUVs that have shocks protruding down nearly 1/4 of tire height make me laugh).
B*tching and whining:
Hey, he can complain all he wants. Some people aren't satisfied, some are. I have no complaints about my seats (and I believe I can speak on the subject, I have quite a few 10-12 hour trips under my belt, and a 18 hour one), nor that my truck is too big (I just raised it another 3"). So....take whatever people say with a grain of salt.
So basically I'm saying they are both very much the same, the driver is the biggest factor.
Only downfall in automatics are heat, which require larger radiators and or supplemental coolers. There are also more frequent maintenance required that mandates automatic transmissions need fluid and filter changes. But if not abused and maintained properly, any automatic transmission can outlast a manual, but that is not typical due to driver's negligence.
I'm just really hooked on the manuals. Hopefully Toyota won't make the decision for me. I'm holding high hopes for a manual V6 in the 4x4 Double Cab. They've gotta do something if they're waiting till 2005 for the redesign.
I'll drive them again before I make a decision. The auto would be convenient, but the manual gives me peace of mind and that extra kick.
Anyways, it will be interesting if Toyota adds a 3.7L or a 4.0L to the lineup. I'm thinking that if I don't see a manual V6 DC, then I may just pick up a used XtraCab that I can rough up for a while. I know its only a matter of time before the DC has all the options considering its sales versus the regular and xtracabs.
About tranny problems: I think nearly every Tacoma with manual tranny has notchy shifting from 1 to 2.
The thumping sound that's heard from below is axle wrap. Ever since I've installed my lift, the thump has gone away.
no plans to get rid of the rock solid jeep though. just turned over 12000 miles and is tight as a drum.
All the 4.0l's and 4.3l were running 10.40's. No representation from non-domestic trucks, but saw my first SRT-4 in person. Those cars are fast!
Now this is my thought, but I think those colardo's are ugly. Looks like them ugly avalanches. I do like chevy's too, but latley the way they look just makes me want to puke. But who know's maybe that will be there only downfall.
On another note my 99 Tacoma is great and just added a 2inch body lift. Here is a pic of a recent offroad trip I did
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