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Spiker Engineering High lift hood struts for the 3rd Gen Tacoma

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by SpikerEng, Dec 11, 2019.

  1. Dec 31, 2019 at 9:20 PM
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  2. Jan 1, 2020 at 5:45 AM
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    Order #12198....and I wont get my 2020 Pro until May or June. Just spreading the upgrades and other items for the new truck out so they don't get noticed by the Chair of the Family Finance Committee. :rofl:
     
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  3. Jan 1, 2020 at 6:21 AM
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  4. Jan 1, 2020 at 6:55 AM
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    Does anyone know if these hood struts will work with the ARB Dual Air compressor with ARB mount in a 3rd Gen?
     
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  5. Jan 1, 2020 at 9:03 AM
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  6. Jan 1, 2020 at 9:09 AM
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    Can you post a picture of this setup? Top and side views if possible.
     
  7. Jan 1, 2020 at 9:10 AM
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    Be back shortly wit your request.
     
  8. Jan 1, 2020 at 9:20 AM
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    What am I missing? You can still order - they are just backordered and will be shipped sometime later this month. I placed my order this morning and got a confirmation email.
     
  9. Jan 1, 2020 at 9:21 AM
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  10. Jan 1, 2020 at 9:25 AM
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    Sorry skipped one.20200101_111545.jpg
     
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  11. Jan 1, 2020 at 9:31 AM
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    Mine is different. Manifold on other side. OK getting pictures!!
     
  12. Jan 1, 2020 at 9:43 AM
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    My manifold is on the inside.

    I wonder if the strut bracket will fit or if it can be mounted to the top of or on the ARB compressor bracket. That bracket is stout.

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  13. Jan 1, 2020 at 11:52 AM
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    Ahh, got it. I just ordered at the normal price- also missed the discount by waiting too long.

    I haven't ordered, yet. I'm getting ready to retire and want to work the arrival to coincide closely to my retirement date because I have a work vehicle that will be transferred to me and my wife and I will shed her vehicle for my newer wagon.

    I hope yours shows up soon!!
     
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  14. Jan 1, 2020 at 1:25 PM
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    Thanks for your order Chuck!

    Thanks Mark! Your kit will definitely arrive before the truck :D.
     
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  15. Jan 1, 2020 at 1:27 PM
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    Thank you, we work really hard at providing a top notch product at great price, and it's always rewarding to see folks appreciate our efforts :thumbsup:.
     
  16. Jan 1, 2020 at 1:30 PM
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    I'm afraid that's going to be problematic, we need some space between the manifold and the inner fender, because that's where the strut gets attached and needs to stow (in the yellow box):

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  17. Jan 1, 2020 at 1:35 PM
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    This should be just fine, the strut will be above the bracket, see the yellow box:

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  18. Jan 1, 2020 at 1:44 PM
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    Looking forward to getting both the kit and my new Tacoma!! Happy New Year!!!
     
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  19. Jan 1, 2020 at 1:48 PM
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    Can you link to what you used to mount your manifold on the inside? I would like to do the same for 2 reasons now.1. For the hood struts. 2. For when I regear and install a front air locker.
     
  20. Jan 1, 2020 at 1:54 PM
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    Ha - thanks! I will order!!!
     
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