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Hey Connecticut, our backs hurt

Discussion in 'North East' started by Jrs13086, Jan 3, 2014.

  1. Jan 3, 2021 at 7:27 PM
    jm2006

    jm2006 Well-Known Member

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    Maybe the pics are deceiving compared to reality, but I think they definitely look taller and it looks like a significant difference in ground clearance. Do you have any before and after measurements?

    Also performance wise I don't know much about the ST Maxxes but when I switched to 255 33s even the slight difference in ground clearance helped and I loved the way the truck handled offroad. Could have been all optimistic perspective but that's my experience.
     
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  2. Jan 4, 2021 at 2:32 AM
    vssman

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  3. Jan 4, 2021 at 4:08 AM
    Cativelense

    Cativelense Well-Known Member

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    Morning everyone.

    Happy first Monday of the year.
     
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  4. Jan 4, 2021 at 4:41 AM
    lynyrd3

    lynyrd3 STRENGTH DETERMINATION MERCILESS FOREVER

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    Morning Connecticut :hattip: looks like about 3” of snow fell last night . Not sure I’m going to bother with the blower :notsure:
     
  5. Jan 4, 2021 at 5:53 AM
    Brownmatthall

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  6. Jan 4, 2021 at 6:09 AM
    Cativelense

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    Fucking dreading going back to it...

    It was so nice not having to worry about work and getting shit on all the time.
     
  7. Jan 4, 2021 at 6:25 AM
    MCJohnston

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    Definitely dreadful.

    Happy Monday.
     
  8. Jan 4, 2021 at 8:19 AM
    bmxtaco

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    Happy 1st Monday of the year all.

    Any CT folks in possession of the ECGS Bushing removal/install tools? Not quite ready to do it yet but trying to line up everything I'll need.
     
  9. Jan 4, 2021 at 8:22 AM
    bmxtaco

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    If you still have them in another month I may take them off your hands. Are they SL or E load rated?
     
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  10. Jan 4, 2021 at 8:31 AM
    Checkers10160

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    OME 885s Bilstein 5100 Deaver AAL AP Sliders SOS Skids Rear diff breather relocation
    They are SL rated. Is that good or bad?
     
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  11. Jan 4, 2021 at 8:33 AM
    bmxtaco

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    Guess that depends on preference, for me it's good lol. If you wheel everyday on sharp rocks it's probably bad
     
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  12. Jan 4, 2021 at 8:36 AM
    Checkers10160

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    OME 885s Bilstein 5100 Deaver AAL AP Sliders SOS Skids Rear diff breather relocation
    Gotcha, thanks. I am relatively new to this so I appreciate the info. I'm not pushing them super aggressively but I'll do my best to remember to let you know if they sell and if not, we can touch base next month!
     
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  13. Jan 4, 2021 at 9:01 AM
    vssman

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    Yeah I have one. Some ass in NH borrowed it and took a grinder to it but it should still work fine as he used it after he ground it to make the puller fit easier.
     
  14. Jan 4, 2021 at 9:20 AM
    bmxtaco

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    :woot:
    Looks like you aren't too far from me. I'll shoot you a PM in a few weeks when I have the bushing and some time to do the install, and will throw you some $ or a case of beer for your trouble.
     
  15. Jan 4, 2021 at 9:23 AM
    vssman

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    No problem. Come and get it and drop it off when you're done is all that is needed. I appreciate the offer to compensate but it really isn't necessary. I'm on the west side of Naugatuck a stones through from Middlebury and Oxford.
     
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  16. Jan 4, 2021 at 9:55 AM
    Blais03

    Blais03 Guess I'll bring a spare wheel bearing...

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    Hey rich! Any chance you have your original front bumper still?
     
  17. Jan 4, 2021 at 1:01 PM
    Checkers10160

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    Anyone got an alternator kicking around they want to sell me? Mine is whining and driving me crazy. I was dumb and sprayed it with a car wash sprayer trying to get mud out of my engine bay
     
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  18. Jan 4, 2021 at 1:03 PM
    Cativelense

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    Yo @KeithB, wasn't it you that had an issue with yours, got it replaced (or something like that), and kept the "old" one?!
     
  19. Jan 4, 2021 at 1:47 PM
    TOMB

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    Changed all drain plugs to Dimple Magnetic plugs UNI filter on air pump
    Received a letter from Toyota today to make arrangements for a frame inspection and a CRC treatment or frame replacement.

    I've had the frame inspected once last year and it passed.

    The manager was impressed with the Fluid Film Film aplacation (thanks Matt) and had the mechanics come over and see a rust free frame.

    I don't expect any issues this time so I'm optimistic that I'll pass again.

    Program expires in 2023.

    Sooooo check your mail for your notification if it applies.

    Calling for an appointment tomorrow.

    TOMB
     
  20. Jan 4, 2021 at 5:02 PM
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    It was my starter, not the alternator. Still have it though if anyone is interested.
     

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