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SoCal Toyota Tech, Lifts/CMC/ECGS swap/Lockers/Welding/Bumpers/Electrical, Overland to Fast builds.

Discussion in 'Southern California' started by Speed Freek, Feb 5, 2012.

  1. Mar 14, 2016 at 10:53 AM
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    Speed Freek

    Speed Freek [OP] Tacoma Whisperer!

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    LS1-T56 swap, Z06 ported heads, cam, Titanium valves, Kevlar clutch. Now building a forged stroker (383) and all the ponies! Old setup was rod-knockin on heaven's door...
    You are very welcome, Im glad it worked out! Truck looked almost totally level when you left.
    Thanks again for choosing me to help you out, if I can ever help in the future dont hesitate to ask bud!
     
  2. Mar 25, 2016 at 10:12 PM
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    computeruser6

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    I just got an ARB RD-146 installed in the Toyota 10.5" axle of my Tundra. That carrier is heavy; the Ford 9" that people pay thousands for has nothing on this axle. The install was cool to watch and everything turned out excellent. Awesome work Jason!

    DSCF6911.jpg DSCF6916.jpg DSCF6918.jpg DSCF6922.jpg DSCF6924.jpg DSCF6930.jpg DSCF6939.jpg DSCF6945.jpg DSCF6950.jpg DSCF6958.jpg DSCF6964.jpg DSCF6965.jpg
     
  3. Mar 29, 2016 at 10:03 AM
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    Speed Freek

    Speed Freek [OP] Tacoma Whisperer!

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    LS1-T56 swap, Z06 ported heads, cam, Titanium valves, Kevlar clutch. Now building a forged stroker (383) and all the ponies! Old setup was rod-knockin on heaven's door...
    Thanks for taking pics, and yes that 3rd member was a BEAST! Turned out perfect, even got the backlash within a ten thousandth!!

    Thanks again for using my services, I really appreciate the work and if you ever need something done in the future I got you covered.
    Adding the locker is really going to make your truck get into a lot more places instead of having a 1 tire fryer, haha.
     
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  4. Mar 29, 2016 at 10:15 AM
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    Just wanted to give Jason a huge thanks for installing my King suspension, TC UCAs, and Icon springs on my 2016 4-Runner Trail with KDSS. Thanks for getting the ride height dialed on the coilovers even though it was getting late.

    image.jpg image.jpg image.jpg
     
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  5. Mar 29, 2016 at 11:40 AM
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    Speed Freek

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    LS1-T56 swap, Z06 ported heads, cam, Titanium valves, Kevlar clutch. Now building a forged stroker (383) and all the ponies! Old setup was rod-knockin on heaven's door...
    Thanks Matt!
    Let me know if you need more adjustment if it settles later on. However it should be pretty darn close at this point. And I think that couple turns extra for the drivers side should get rid of any "taco lean" even though its a 4Runner.
    That KDSS system definitely makes it a bit more challenging, but it wasnt too bad.
    It sure looked a lot different when you left as compared to when you brought it to me, with the larger tires it almost looked lowered, now its looking really nice with the big tires and actual space in the wheel wells.
     
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  6. Mar 29, 2016 at 9:12 PM
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    Come on Matt...let's see some after pics of the whole 4R...
     
  7. Mar 29, 2016 at 9:36 PM
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  8. Mar 30, 2016 at 9:39 AM
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    Speed Freek

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    LS1-T56 swap, Z06 ported heads, cam, Titanium valves, Kevlar clutch. Now building a forged stroker (383) and all the ponies! Old setup was rod-knockin on heaven's door...
    Nice! Looks like the rake is about perfect.
    It looks soooo much better now.
     
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  9. Mar 30, 2016 at 7:42 PM
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    What is KDSS?
     
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  10. Mar 30, 2016 at 8:04 PM
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    I wondered the same. Essentially if allows for the front and rear braking hydraulic lines to be cross connected on a common header while engaged in off road articulation. Then isolated to control sway when on road conditions are restored. Pretty cool.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bb7B6h_CNyU
     
  11. Apr 1, 2016 at 9:49 AM
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    Speed Freek

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    LS1-T56 swap, Z06 ported heads, cam, Titanium valves, Kevlar clutch. Now building a forged stroker (383) and all the ponies! Old setup was rod-knockin on heaven's door...
    Its basically a hydraulic sway bar system with huge ass sway bars that dont like to move unless the ECU allows it. The front and rear swaybars are connected to a hydraulic ram on one side front and rear and help actively control sway. The sway bars are super thick so they dont move much aside from what the ram does.
    Makes doing lifts a bit more difficult when the sway bar comes into play since its no longer an independent unit and that ram is stronger than I am, I have to use a jack to move them.
     
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  12. Apr 2, 2016 at 10:52 AM
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    Speed Freek

    Speed Freek [OP] Tacoma Whisperer!

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    LS1-T56 swap, Z06 ported heads, cam, Titanium valves, Kevlar clutch. Now building a forged stroker (383) and all the ponies! Old setup was rod-knockin on heaven's door...
    Did a full lift Wed-Thurs, front and rear 2.5 Kings w/resi's, rear leafs with double overloads (for added weight later on), new wheels and tires a Cab mount chop and an ARB front bumper with lighting.
    I forgot to take after pics, oops!

    And yesterday I did a super cab chop for a truck on 35s. Those CMC jobs require a bit more work than a standard one, and I have to make it curve toward the bottom trying to match the wheel arch, worked out perfect. Was able to go full lock to lock at ride height.

    Tomorrow its a full coilover setup and Short shifter with bushings on a Subaru WRX.

    Yes I can do more than just Tacomas! Haha.
     
  13. Apr 11, 2016 at 8:28 PM
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    Another satisfied customer here. Jason installed an OME lift kit and LR front UCAs on the wife's '09 tacoma which had a pretty worn out suspension. He listened to our concerns and addressed all of them when the work was complete. Very professional work at a great price!
     
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  14. Apr 12, 2016 at 7:47 PM
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    Speed Freek

    Speed Freek [OP] Tacoma Whisperer!

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    LS1-T56 swap, Z06 ported heads, cam, Titanium valves, Kevlar clutch. Now building a forged stroker (383) and all the ponies! Old setup was rod-knockin on heaven's door...
    Thank you was a pleasure meeting you and I think the truck turned out great! I think once the rear leafs settle (usually a bit less than one inch) it should end up at the perfect rake.
    If you ever have questions dont hesitate to ask.
    Thank you for choosing me I really appreciate it.
     
  15. Apr 15, 2016 at 9:16 AM
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    Speed Freek

    Speed Freek [OP] Tacoma Whisperer!

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    LS1-T56 swap, Z06 ported heads, cam, Titanium valves, Kevlar clutch. Now building a forged stroker (383) and all the ponies! Old setup was rod-knockin on heaven's door...
    Did another BAMF rear shock relocation and Hydraulic bump stops last week, here are a couple pics.

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  16. Apr 15, 2016 at 12:31 PM
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    Leer camper, bug-rug, fox suspension 2.0 rear, fox 2.5 front, BAMF sliders and LCA, TRD fake 3 piece rims
    I would like to report an awesome install and satisfied customer-

    work done -

    - FOX 2.5 Factory Series Coil-Over IFP Reservoir Shocks (Front) - http://www.ridefox.com/product.php?make=Toyota&t=shocks&m=truck&p=10&ref=filter
    - FOX 2.0 Factory Series Smooth Body IFP Reservoir Shocks (rear) - http://www.ridefox.com/product.php?make=Toyota&t=shocks&m=truck&p=7&ref=filter
    - Alcan leaf custome made to my specs - 300lbs in the bed with 200lbs tongue weight - only snufu on this was the u-bolts were made incorrectly - http://www.alcanspring.com/
    - BAMF LCA color red (front)- http://www.bayareametalfab.com/1st-Gen-Tacoma-3rd-Gen-Runners-LCA-Skids_p_58.html

    He did an excellent job no squeaks or misalignment on the rear. Had the wife follow me to see if it rode straight. :burnrubber: :yes:

    we did have a hiccup, but not his fault, Alcan sent made the u-bolts too short. He hooked me up with some u-bolts he had I really got lucky as it seems i will be riding back with stock leafs. :fingerscrossed:

    i'm not much for pictures, but if he has any go ahead Jason post them. let me add great price as well to install everything.....If it wasn't for the 89 mile drive, I would have him do all my maintenance on my taco. I really wanted to see his LS1 motor swap in his Taco, but I was pressed for time to pick up my kid from school maybe next time. And I usually run my mouth far to long ( so my wife says).

    Again thanks...Peace out...:oldglory:
     
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  17. Apr 15, 2016 at 12:57 PM
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    Speed Freek

    Speed Freek [OP] Tacoma Whisperer!

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    LS1-T56 swap, Z06 ported heads, cam, Titanium valves, Kevlar clutch. Now building a forged stroker (383) and all the ponies! Old setup was rod-knockin on heaven's door...
    Thank you! I appreciate you making the drive all the way down to have the work done. I'm glad I happened to have those U-bolts I pulled off that other truck when I did the flip kit.
    All in all it worked out luckily. Enjoy the truck!!
     
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  18. Apr 18, 2016 at 9:51 PM
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    Kroozin

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    SCS SR8 Wheels, Terra Grappler G2's, 285/70-17, 5100's w/ AAL, Prem & Tech, Tow Package, Bed Extender, Bed Step, Bed Matt, Tonneau Cover, D-Rings, Katzkin, Mud flaps, N-Fabs, Redline QuickLIFT ELITE Hood springs, Glovebox Lettering, Zaino, Thule T2 Pro, Husky X-Act Contour
    Chalk up ANOTHER happy customer for Speed Freek!!!

    It was impressive to watch him work and I learned a lot. I appreciate how meticulous he was and it clearly shows that he cares about putting out a great product! I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone interested in work on their vehicles. His prices were fair, he worked quickly, and everything works as it should!

    Thank you and I'm sure we'll do business again soon!!! :thumbsup:
     
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  19. Apr 18, 2016 at 10:02 PM
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    Speed Freek

    Speed Freek [OP] Tacoma Whisperer!

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    LS1-T56 swap, Z06 ported heads, cam, Titanium valves, Kevlar clutch. Now building a forged stroker (383) and all the ponies! Old setup was rod-knockin on heaven's door...
    You are very welcome and I am glad I could help, truck looked really nice after the lift install, before too, but even better afterward.
    Those new black wheels and tires really set it off.

    I appreciate you having me do your work, now its time to change your avatar! Pic of the new setup, haha.
    Thanks again Michael!
     
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  20. Apr 18, 2016 at 10:13 PM
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    Kroozin

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    LOL... Believe me, that's one of the first things I'm planning to do tomorrow after I clean up the truck!
     

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