For Tall Owners of 1st Gens
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For Tall Owners of 1st Gens
Hi,
I'm nearly 6'4" and I recently drove a 2wd '81. My left knee would activate the turn signal when I let off the clutch! But I'm now tempted by a fair deal on a first gen standard cab 4x4 and it's hard to pass up. Anyone tall owners out there that can comment on the subject? Total PITA or tolerable?
This rig would be a grocery getter, stuff hauler, bump-around-towner, and trail beater. That is, no long road trips--not even commuting.
I'm nearly 6'4" and I recently drove a 2wd '81. My left knee would activate the turn signal when I let off the clutch! But I'm now tempted by a fair deal on a first gen standard cab 4x4 and it's hard to pass up. Anyone tall owners out there that can comment on the subject? Total PITA or tolerable?
This rig would be a grocery getter, stuff hauler, bump-around-towner, and trail beater. That is, no long road trips--not even commuting.
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I'm 6'1". Drove a few regular cabs, not enough room. Held out for an 85 extended cab and don't regret it for a second. The seat goes too far back for me. Plus the storage space in the cab is great to have.
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well, I'm going to take a look at it. The good news is that, even if it is too small, the girlfriend wants it--so I'll still get to tinker with it. I don't know when it became 'good news' that I could work on something I can't even drive
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no matter what you end up with you'll be happy as long as it says toyota on the tailgate. Hitting the signal will be real handy for right hand turns! Plus your gf wants it, you lucky dog you. My last gf tried to convince me to sell my truck and get something more comfortable. Now I'm single and have new, comfortable seats with all the money I saved having her gone! But just to rub it in, I can tip the seat back and have a nap in a sunbeam! +1
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I'm 6'3" and I fit in my 81 just fine. I did get some bucket seats and mount them low in the cab for more head room. My legs do get a little cramped on long drives, but I love the truck, so I just deal with it. Wouldn't hesitate to buy another.
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Hi,
I'm nearly 6'4" and I recently drove a 2wd '81. My left knee would activate the turn signal when I let off the clutch! But I'm now tempted by a fair deal on a first gen standard cab 4x4 and it's hard to pass up. Anyone tall owners out there that can comment on the subject? Total PITA or tolerable?
This rig would be a grocery getter, stuff hauler, bump-around-towner, and trail beater. That is, no long road trips--not even commuting.
I'm nearly 6'4" and I recently drove a 2wd '81. My left knee would activate the turn signal when I let off the clutch! But I'm now tempted by a fair deal on a first gen standard cab 4x4 and it's hard to pass up. Anyone tall owners out there that can comment on the subject? Total PITA or tolerable?
This rig would be a grocery getter, stuff hauler, bump-around-towner, and trail beater. That is, no long road trips--not even commuting.
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