jim65wagon
Well-known member
OK I'll throw my vote in for the 1st Gen Tundra. For your needs a 2005 or 2006 Double Cab.
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The 1st Gens ride excellently on pavement or rough roads.
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IMO, the 4.7 liter V8 is one of the most underrated engines ever. Silky smooth and plenty of power for it's size. Mines at 175,000 with no leaks, no smoke, and no noise that doesn't belong.
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The transmissions are well matched to the motor.
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The truck itself as a whole is very durable and capable. Very smooth with no squeaks or rattles, and I've had it off road, rough forest road, gravel road, beaches. It's gone everywhere I've needed, and hauled anything I've needed; camping gear, firewood, gravel (2300lbs worth once!) lumber.It's no 80 series Land Cruiser but it will surprise you off road, and if you're not trying to haul diesel worthy loads it will tow what you need.
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The Tundra is certainly worthy of your consideration....
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The 1st Gens ride excellently on pavement or rough roads.
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IMO, the 4.7 liter V8 is one of the most underrated engines ever. Silky smooth and plenty of power for it's size. Mines at 175,000 with no leaks, no smoke, and no noise that doesn't belong.
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The transmissions are well matched to the motor.
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The truck itself as a whole is very durable and capable. Very smooth with no squeaks or rattles, and I've had it off road, rough forest road, gravel road, beaches. It's gone everywhere I've needed, and hauled anything I've needed; camping gear, firewood, gravel (2300lbs worth once!) lumber.It's no 80 series Land Cruiser but it will surprise you off road, and if you're not trying to haul diesel worthy loads it will tow what you need.
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The Tundra is certainly worthy of your consideration....