What Have You Done To Your 3rd Gen Today?

Looking good! Welcome to TW!

 

I had a loud squeak whenever I would go over bumps or get in or out and this was due to the sway bar making contact with the coil.. The relocation kit fixed that and I haven't heard any strange noises since.

 

Thanks for the feedback! That’s very encouraging! I hope this resolves the issue!

 

Looks electric! Definitely not matching. If you cannot find the solution with Plasti-Dip, how about going with a paint? Rustoleum Paprika is the closest I know.

 

To me - Funny the V6 looks hideous but the Tacoma side badge looks OK if you really like the hot inferno look.

 

I actually think it looks pretty good!! I would leave it, but again, partial or Orange (Nation)!!

 

Sounds good. Glad the ride improved. Thanks

 

Duplicolor "Perfect Match Premium" fast drying acrylic lacquer. Google their site, put in your vehicle information and it will give you an exact color match for all new and most late model vehicles. The right color the first time, no trial and error. Their products are "specifically designed" for automotive use and they offer a wide range of automotive coatings not just paint. Available at most auto part and big box stores as well as on line and Amazon.

 

I’m also a Steinbeck fan. I assume you’ve been to the Steinbeck Museum in Salinas. If not, it is worth seeing if you’re in the area.

 

But sadly, no 1H5 Cement Grey.

Mine came in a couple days ago, but it will be weeks before I can get to it

 

If you have a Pep Boys or similar auto parts store I'll bet if you go look in the Duplicolor paint rack you'll find (color is on cap) something pretty darn close and it's an actual automotive finish. Your color will be available eventually but when is eventually .........., who knows.

 

It was a very good plan, thank you. I actually drilled out the bolt hole with a step bit. Because there is 2 bolts and the ball bolts through, I figured I could afford to drill out that bolt hole, and the DSM still be solidly attached.

The grommet causes a slight issue (does not fully compress between the top DSM piece and the bezel) but it's not really noticeable unless you are looking for it.

 

2-14, Flacco gets cut, Elway shown the door and Drew Lock will be a back-up for life.

 

Sad ending to my build. I was hit my a carjacker involved in a high-speed police chase on the 5 Freeway. The guy was going 120 mph in a stolen Lexus and tried to get between my truck and the lefthand shoulder barricade. Did not work out for him very well. Pretty crazy experience and very lucky to walk away without any injuries, but I am afraid my truck took one for the team ;(

New coverage of accident HERE.


Hopefully, my insurance treats me right and I can start a new build soon but I will have to wait and see.

 

Sorry to hear. That might actually be within the fixable price range if the frame didn't bend. Then again, the adjuster might look at the price for putting a new composite bed in and scrap the whole thing. Next thing you know the TW buzzards will be circling for a partout.

Glad you made it safe, and I hope the perp becomes a popular bitch where he's going.

 

Damn that sucks! It will make a great story though. I mean how many people get involved in a high speed chase?!

 

Nice! I’ve got the same set up sitting at home too minus the UCAs and looks like brake line extensions. How much lift are you looking to get?

I’m in the same boat as RallySOP in that I can’t get mine on for several weeks.

Now I’m starting to think I should just get the UCAs too before I get the install done

 

That’s probably what I’ll do too. Seems like alignment is hit or miss at the 1.5”-2” realm. ECGS bearing would be worth doing out the gate too.

 

Headstrong told me about 2.5 front (888s) and 2 in the back, if I leave the overload leaf in.

I also have to wait a week or two. It's a big project.

As far as the UCAs are concerned, I had a cheap lift on my 2nd gen with 5100 at 2nd notch and aal. I could never get the alignment right, so I'm going to spend some money and do it right this time. From the install videos I've seen, you can install the UCAs without taking the coil over assembly out, so it shouldn't be too hard for you to add UCAs later. Might warrant two separate alignments though?

Marie at Headstrong said I needed the brake lines. They weren't cheap ($120).

 

That was my thought and the price was covered on Amazon with my Hilton points. But thank you for the reminder on the brake lines, I forgot about those.

I got the ome 888s in front and medium Dakar’s for the rear. I’ll be on the lowest setting on the Bilsteins. I’m hoping to be right around 2” after settling.