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1st Gen Lunchtable Thread - General Discussion

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Speedytech7, May 31, 2018.

  1. Mar 24, 2023 at 2:07 PM
    04Pre_Runner

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    Yeah… I don’t have faith in anything I do which is awesome. You made that detailed write-up right?

    The end goal with the double cab was a GFC regular shell and Alcan springs. Then decide front coilovers and what rear shock would fit best. Maybe go remote reservoirs.

    But this head gasket threw that idea out the window for now. I’ll be in better shape with the new job at least.
     
  2. Mar 24, 2023 at 2:08 PM
    Ozark_RegCab

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    The ride is mostly decent but certain potholes and pavement gaps are really harsh, like I’m driving an ox cart or something.
     
  3. Mar 24, 2023 at 2:08 PM
    Ozark_RegCab

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    You mean the UCAs? The PO has aftermarket ones on but he got his money back on those before selling to me.
     
  4. Mar 24, 2023 at 2:09 PM
    Ozark_RegCab

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    Hm that must be it. I hope they aren’t putting excess force on on my coil buckets..
     
  5. Mar 24, 2023 at 2:10 PM
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    No, UCA's wouldn't matter.

    Front end as in, no aftermarket goodies to add weight because those coils are a bit stiff for ya IE aftermarket bumper, winch, skid, etc.
     
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  6. Mar 24, 2023 at 2:11 PM
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    In that case, then I think that's normal, or at least, I experience the same thing. We just have so many big potholes in my area, that even very smooth-riding cars get jarred pretty hard going over them. My truck also had a spacer lift on it when I bought it, which I then foolishly replaced with rancho quick struts, both of which sucked IMO. So I think my current setup feels better to me because of that too
     
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  7. Mar 24, 2023 at 2:24 PM
    Ozark_RegCab

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    Oh well, I can live with it. It’s just a little jarring sometimes.
     
  8. Mar 24, 2023 at 2:32 PM
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    my tires that Ive been waiting for restocking on Amazon finally came into stock today, but they apparently different as of two years ago wont send em to hawaii.

    [​IMG]
     
  9. Mar 24, 2023 at 2:47 PM
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    this seems so stupid it might just be made up, they claim in the comments that the guy stated he thought it would clean his injectors


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  10. Mar 24, 2023 at 3:02 PM
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    I'm sure you did good work. It's nice to have a fresh engine, can't discount that at all. When it comes time to do the shocks just let me know I'll help you out however I can. I did the write-up but I know some parts aren't super clear cuz I didn't have pictures of everything.
     
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  11. Mar 24, 2023 at 3:05 PM
    Speedytech7

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    It's less Tacoma and more mod
    Oh shit they've staged a revolution

    [​IMG]
     
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    I, for one, welcome our fluffy new overlords
     
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    viva la woofalucion
     
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    I see its just as grey there as it is here. Pretty sure I haven't seen blue sky all week.
     
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    Baby Kong fckn trains up like Ohio
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    Sofia has that exact train track set with Thomas trains
     
  18. Mar 24, 2023 at 4:05 PM
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    Yea it’s a dreary day. I kinda like this weather though in a way.

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    Maybe i should replace that gopro i lost... I kinda miss all these random shots.

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    My parents have been buying a bunch of them for all the grand kids
     
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