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What have you done to your Tacoma today? 1st Gen Edition

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by SlimDigg, Feb 7, 2011.

  1. Apr 22, 2014 at 9:24 PM
    DSMJRV

    DSMJRV Well-Known Member

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    i actually have a diff drop kit but its not installed yet.. as you can see with the pic i posted above it sits 2 inches higher in back than in front(measured at wheel well).. i dont think i got much more than an inch when i set the front at full height on the 5100s :/ maybe my springs are shot? Also I do go pretty hard on my truck but i dont want to drop 500+ on coilovers, so some coil springs with increased spring rate is what im looking for.

    seems like i should go with these:
    http://toyteclifts.3dcartstores.com/ToytecEibach-front-coil-lift-springs_p_14.html

    however people always say how nice they ride, and im not really looking for a comfort spring..
     
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  2. Apr 22, 2014 at 9:54 PM
    jberry813

    jberry813 Professional Fluffer Moderator

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    Gotcha, that makes sense. Contrary to popular belief, springs are consumables. They do have a life span especially when pushed to limits.

    Short of getting new coilovers, the toytec springs are probably going to be your best bang for the buck. Just make sure to set the spring seats on the billy's to the lowest setting. Keep in mind that 620# spring rate is still on the high side for a first gen without bumpers/skids. It likely will feel pretty stiff until you get some weight up front. Even more so if your truck is a prerunner.
     
  3. Apr 22, 2014 at 10:11 PM
    HBtaco02

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    ARB Front Locker grey wire mod Camburg UCA's Extended Kings All-Pro expo's 10" Bilstien Brute Force Hybrid front bumper Smitty XRC8
    I have stock skids for free slightly beat up but free to anyone who needs them...
     
  4. Apr 22, 2014 at 10:41 PM
    DSMJRV

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    got a pic? ill take the front mine has massive damage and im pretty close
     
  5. Apr 22, 2014 at 10:52 PM
    IDtrucks

    IDtrucks Unhinged and Fluid

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    Got my rear creepers re done again and have a good shackle angle now! thank god!
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  6. Apr 22, 2014 at 11:25 PM
    thegame

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    Put some tires on her

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  7. Apr 23, 2014 at 12:11 AM
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    Icon coil overs, Camburg UCA, 1" body lift, lots of trimming, Scion XB seats with Wet Okle covers, Alpine Head unit and amps with RF subs and Polk Momo in doors, and much more.
    Even the jack stands are beefy:p
     
  8. Apr 23, 2014 at 12:12 AM
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    Slodgetto Über Posre

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  9. Apr 23, 2014 at 2:56 AM
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    Since you have a bunch of people around you with stock skids I won't bother with the quote. Let me know if it falls through and I'll get you that quote.
     
  10. Apr 23, 2014 at 3:58 AM
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    Dipped into my savings and picked up a new set of Duratracs and new head unit.
    I've only had the Wranglers for about a week and so far they feel great! Great traction on wet pavement and minimal road noise. The head unit is a Kenwood KDC-X598 hooked up to a 10 inch MTX with an old 750W Jenson amp i've had in my closet for years. SOunds wayyyy better then the factory stereo. I'll post pics of the finished work soon

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  11. Apr 23, 2014 at 5:03 AM
    Madjik_Man

    Madjik_Man The Rembrandt of Rattle Can

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    Oh man... that's awesome.

    I appreciate it very much. Just give me a heads up.
     
  12. Apr 23, 2014 at 6:41 AM
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    Looking awesome! I've been following your build, fab work is looking great. You're laying some nice beads!
     
  13. Apr 23, 2014 at 8:36 AM
    StAndrew

    StAndrew Wait for it...

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    Intake, exhaust, lift. Typical stuff.
    Then they would only be compatible with flat bill hats or monster sticker. For best results, you need both :bananadead:
    That would give 3" and you'll need an extra inch in the rear to be flat. You will also want to get some bigger tires. 265's look silly on a 3" lift :p

    If you want a level look, I think the Old Man Emu 881 coils give 1.5-2" lift. Not too much for stock tires.
     
  14. Apr 23, 2014 at 8:39 AM
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    I could use a front stock skid (splash shield) if anybody has one they would part with!
     
  15. Apr 23, 2014 at 8:45 AM
    StAndrew

    StAndrew Wait for it...

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    Intake, exhaust, lift. Typical stuff.
    Mine is a little cut up but not visable when moutned. I had to mod them a bit to fit with the diff drop.

    Front skid is painted silver. Let me know if interested, just pay shipping.
     
  16. Apr 23, 2014 at 9:08 AM
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    My new to me header arrived from se7enine, all I have to do now is buy cat, a muffler, and rebuild my engine, and then it will go on. I hope around September.
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  17. Apr 23, 2014 at 9:10 AM
    Monkeysuncle

    Monkeysuncle My Cat's breath Smells like Cat Food

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    The guy in the big brown truck dropped of box 3 of 3 yesterday.

    What's in the box? What's in the box?

    Wheelers complete Old Man Emu, Nitro Sports, 881S and all the goodies I will need.

    Now I am waiting on Mr. Brown Truck Guy to bring my 2 rear leaf springs.

    Combine that with the steering rack bushing kit I bought last year my 1999 should feel like a new ride, instead of the squishy wobbly ride it is now.

    My poor old factory leaf springs are so unhappy, they are frowning.

    Thanks to Wheelers! I'll take some before and afters and post em' up.
     
  18. Apr 23, 2014 at 9:12 AM
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    otis24 Hard Shell Taco

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    For me a headlamp works best. Hands free, LED etc.

    I'd love to have my dive light, above, handy. It's crazy bright, weighs 2.25 pounds and the battery lasts a while. It's also expensive and supposedly prone to over heating when used out of the water. It's pretty solid and rated to 300 feet.
     
  19. Apr 23, 2014 at 9:51 AM
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    This is my yota. A lot of custom work:)

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  20. Apr 23, 2014 at 10:11 AM
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    I like it a lot.
     

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