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San Jose, CA Lift Install

Discussion in 'Northern California' started by sd1uh8as, Jul 12, 2018.

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  1. Jul 12, 2018 at 11:12 PM
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    stlntaco

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    We can take them off the truck using the weight method and move the clip.
    I’ve never used the weight of the truck before since I’ve only ran 2.5s but I’m down to try anything once. I just finished up my big install the other week.
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  2. Jul 13, 2018 at 8:57 AM
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    That's cool. Can't tell what the pricing is like from the site though.
     
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  3. Jul 14, 2018 at 9:02 AM
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    Anyone remember who that mobile outfit is - one based in San Mateo? I started the install myself but conflicting schedules with the wife is making things difficult to finish - 3yo sitting in the jogging stroller while I'm wrenching on the truck just doesn't work.
     
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  4. Jul 14, 2018 at 2:42 PM
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    UVS something or other.

    https://www.instagram.com/uvs650
     
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  5. Jul 15, 2018 at 12:33 AM
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    Its the company truck
    If op still needs help or borrow a tool im usally free Monday and Tuesday
     
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  6. Jul 21, 2018 at 9:10 PM
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    @UVS650 or Unlimited Vehicle Solutions, If anyone has any questions about what we offer or what we do please feel free to DM on here and i will try to get back to you asap!
     
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  7. Jul 21, 2018 at 11:37 PM
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    DATZ WEAKSAUCE, Jul 21, 2018
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  8. Jul 22, 2018 at 12:06 AM
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    That photo is sex. The sex.
     
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  9. Jul 22, 2018 at 8:11 AM
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    kalieaire i didn't know they stacked sh*t that high.

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    @sd1uh8as Milo has done a lot of work for Tacoma, FJ, and 4runner owners.

    He's competitive w/ offers and can do body mount chop, long travel builds, frame boxing, slider install, custom racks, suspension install etc.

    He also has one of those fancy wall mounted OTC Strut Tamer spring compressors for 700 lbs springs.
     
    kalieaire, Jul 22, 2018
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  10. Jul 22, 2018 at 10:32 AM
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    Thanks everyone!

    Hopefully others in the SFBay new to trucks will be able to use this post for reference.
     
    sd1uh8as, Jul 22, 2018
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  11. Jul 22, 2018 at 5:42 PM
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    kalieaire i didn't know they stacked sh*t that high.

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    probably not. because the each of the 20-30 references to milo usually fall off after a day :p
     
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  12. Jul 22, 2018 at 10:28 PM
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    I found a reference to Milo here for CMCs, and will be seeing him this weekend to have that done. He does get found :) Didn't know he did suspension installs as well - will have to talk to him about that. SWAT Customs quoted me an arm and a leg.
     
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  13. Jul 23, 2018 at 9:32 AM
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    Most auto parts stores rent a lot of tools, like spring compressors FOR FREE. Only thing that isn't really worth DIY is the alignment (although that IS possible). Just take it to a 4x4 specialty shop when you're done.

    All your suspension is bolt on stuff - pretty easy DIY. A couple jackstands and a floor jack and some wrenches are all you really need.

    My 9 year old helped me install my Kings and TC UCAs. Here - he's helping put new steering rack bushings in.
     
    jbrandt, Jul 23, 2018
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  14. Jul 23, 2018 at 11:06 AM
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    kalieaire i didn't know they stacked sh*t that high.

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    You sir, are a rock star.:rockband: :headbang:

    People under 100 posts usually don't know how to use search.:rofl:
     
    kalieaire, Jul 23, 2018
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  15. Jul 23, 2018 at 1:57 PM
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    I thought this was a mini @FirstTimeFirstGen
     
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  16. Jul 23, 2018 at 1:59 PM
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    No, he's a mini @jbrandt

    lol, I just tagged myself, I wonder if this will create an infinite loop of notifications...



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  17. Jul 23, 2018 at 2:53 PM
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    kalieaire i didn't know they stacked sh*t that high.

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    Just a note, spring compressors from auto-parts stores are really sketchy because they often don't have ones that can handle 600lbs + springs.
     
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  18. Jul 23, 2018 at 3:08 PM
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    Most rental tools are sketchy, lol. Who knows how man times it's been dropped or run over my a truck.

    The spring tool I got (
    8MILELAKE 2pc Coil Spring Compressor Compatible for Macpherson Struts
    basically this one), the safety latches didn't fit over the coils on my stock springs, but it worked. Just like a firearm though, I never pointed it at myself, lol...
     
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  19. Jul 23, 2018 at 3:33 PM
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    I feel that using the weight of the truck is easier than those damn spring compressors lol
     
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