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Old 07-03-2020, 11:09 AM   #41
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............I actually prefer the mid-size truck.... it fits my needs and gets much better gas mileage and it fits in my garage.... initial cost is a lot lower if similarly equipped.
"Midsized" trucks are now the size of a full sized truck a couple years ago. Full sized trucks are, IMHO, ridiculously big.
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Old 07-03-2020, 11:15 AM   #42
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"Midsized" trucks are now the size of a full sized truck a couple years ago. Full sized trucks are, IMHO, ridiculously big.
One reason I had to change vehicles was the size of my GMC. In a standard garage it fit with maybe enough room to walk around if you don't mind the vehicle running against you. Not great in the winter with road gunk all over.
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"Midsized" trucks are now the size of a full sized truck a couple years ago. Full sized trucks are, IMHO, ridiculously big.
Totally agree. My Canyon seems a lot bigger than the first generation Colorado that it replaced. I've driven SIL's Nissan Frontier and I like the size of that truck.

The new Honda Ridgeline was just coming out when I had to replace the Colorado because the frame was rusted and it would not have passed inspection... and since it was brand new it was MSRP or nothing and I couldn't bring myelf to pay MSRP.
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My GMC has steps built into each corner of the bumper, I I'm sure the Colorado does too since it is essentially the same truck. Very handy.
Yes. my 16 colorado has steps in both ends of bumper. Extremely useful.
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Couldn't send pics to OP through private message, so here are pics of my hard cover Undercover top. I can't put any tall items in the bed and close the lid. But I have gone short distances with taller items in the back of the bed with the top bungeed down. Pic with the bed full was a typical snowbird load.
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Running boards are must for me. Lot's of after market running boards that one person can easily install in 30 to 45 mins. For a bed liner I like to use horse mats even if my truck has a factory liner. You can get a 4'x6'x3/4" mat for less than $50 at tractor supply. Works/looks great and if it gets damaged, just pick it up and drop in a another. Installation time is less than 30 secs for a full size bed. If you have a smaller bed the liner can be cut down to fit.
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I agree. Running boards are a must. The only bad thing about running boards is that they collect a lot of snow and ice that ends up melting into a huge pool on the garage floor..
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I agree. Running boards are a must. The only bad thing about running boards is that they collect a lot of snow and ice that ends up melting into a huge pool on the garage floor..
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^ I forgot that some folks don’t have winter.
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Couldn't send pics to OP through private message, so here are pics of my hard cover Undercover top. I can't put any tall items in the bed and close the lid. But I have gone short distances with taller items in the back of the bed with the top bungeed down. Pic with the bed full was a typical snowbird load.
My SIL has a similar hard cover, but it is designed so it can be quick disconnected and lifted off by two people. It makes it a lot more versatile.
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Notice that is says 103 is fair... Just wait until it gets hot in August.
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Things I'm considering:
- Tonneau cover.
Either a cap or a tonneau. I went with a cap since we sometimes haul a lot of crap on camping or fishing trips.
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- Running boards. [
22 years ago when we bought the truck, we sprung right up into the cab with no problems. Now, in our early 70's, kinda wish we had running boards.
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- Protective 3M plastic on the hood.
Nah. It's your "truck." Doll up your Miata.
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- Bike holders over the tailgate, or possibly on a rack held by the trailer hitch.
Depends on whether you'll be towing while hauling the bikes. I'm struggling to figure out how to haul two bikes while pulling the Aliner. If you're not going to tow, a rack which attaches via the 2" receiver would be the way to go IMHO.

My best accessory is DW. When we're down in Arkansas chasing trout on the White and Northfork Rivers, she sits in the middle, right next to me, so we fit right in!



Here's my 22 year old F150 with about 130k miles on it. Regular cab, short bed, 5 speed manual, V8. It's a fiberglass cap with a pretty secure locking arrangement on the door and is painted to match the truck. There are Yakima mounting plates for our canoe carrier permanently mounted on the roof of the cap. It's been a good truck for a long time. Very basic. Very reliable.
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Damn that cover with matching is pretty. You have me second guessing myself.

If I don't like the roll up tonneau cover, I will have to sell it, and blow that dough.
After buying a new truck, I must be hunkering down in cheapskate mode.

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You said "Nah. It's your "truck." Doll up your Miata.".

I found a local guy that installs these very reasonably. I got his name from my local body shop.

It prevents rock chips that turn into rust.

Maybe that won't be an issue, because my truck is going to be wintering in Florida.

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Maybe that won't be an issue, because my truck is going to be wintering in Florida.

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I easily installed OEM running boards on my wifes SUV. They connected directly to the factory threaded holes on the frame.
1-2 hours going slow, and drinking beer.


The OEM units for my new truck were $650 not counting shipping. I found a very similar looking set with great reviews on Amazon for $200.
I'm giving those a try for now.

I'm with Ronstar. No snow hanging onto thg he running boards in Florida.

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That was REWahoo who was not worried about snow.
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Then adding the clear 3M tape to prevent chips in the metal front fenders and hood will be a good idea.

What do you consider inland?

If salt is in the air and rain, I would think anywhere in Florida would be bad for rusting out cars.

Cars basically bath in salt 5 months a year on Minnesota roads.

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If your truck has the auto start/stop system where the engine turns off at every red-light, then you might want to add an auto start/stop eliminator.

I also added a bed rug and a bakflip bed cover. Perfect for hauling stuff like a huge trunk.
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Then adding the clear 3M tape to prevent chips in the metal front fenders and hood will be a good idea.

What do you consider inland?

If salt is in the air and rain, I would think anywhere in Florida would be bad for rusting out cars.

Cars basically bath in salt 5 months a year on Minnesota roads.

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