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1st Gen Lunchtable Thread - General Discussion

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

  1. Sep 14, 2024 at 8:27 AM
    m3bassman

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    :facepalm: how about you do what you're gonna do but keep it offline. You clearly know best.
     
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  2. Sep 14, 2024 at 8:28 AM
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    4 run, 2 don't
    What is everyone else up to this weekend
     
  3. Sep 14, 2024 at 9:03 AM
    Ozark_RegCab

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    Whatever, I'm gonna do what you and @Kwikvette advised before I do anything else.

    I don't think small claims would be worth the trouble even for $1500 in the end.
     
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  4. Sep 14, 2024 at 9:12 AM
    Kwikvette

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    You can do what you want, it won't hurt our feelings.

    What I'll point out is how you are so quick to disregard other people's advice/suggestions, especially when you asked here, and actively engaged with those putting time into just helping you out.

    Then hours later, you opt to do something altogether different than suggested (like your small claims matter this morning).

    It's just really disrespectful towards everyone here that has spent any amount of time trying to help you. You're quick to ask people elsewhere and let them decide for you what you'll do.

    You're really an inconsiderate person, especially since all anyone has tried to do here is help you.
     
  5. Sep 14, 2024 at 9:14 AM
    Ozark_RegCab

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    I literally just said I’m gonna do what you advised..
     
  6. Sep 14, 2024 at 9:16 AM
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    I just hope you get something back, whatever it is.

    The whole thing has been a fiasco.

    Are you at least driving it now?
     
  7. Sep 14, 2024 at 9:19 AM
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    No I’m waiting til Monday to pick it up since I was working into the evening yesterday.

    Btw I am really grateful for you and others convincing me to get a second opinion, cause I was close to pulling the trigger on new heads or a JDM engine and having that hack install it.
     
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  8. Sep 14, 2024 at 9:21 AM
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    We fuck with you a lot, but make it a point to help you (and anyone else) coming into the thread needing assistance with anything.

    You've got a new driveshaft, semi new tires, new timing belt, fan clutch, and more.

    Your truck has received a lot of maintenance so I hope you keep it this time around.
     
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  9. Sep 14, 2024 at 9:28 AM
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    Hopefully. The driveshaft thing is a whole other saga. They made it too short for the lift I had installed, so I may have to get it exchanged eventually, preferably after I get the suspension dialed in. It drives ok around town, but I notice some vibrations up around 75 mph.
     
  10. Sep 14, 2024 at 10:39 AM
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    Why not go with something "less aggressive"

    OME is a good option for decent shocks on a budget

    Just refrain from stacking lifts IE spacers, blocks, taller coils, etc
     
  11. Sep 14, 2024 at 10:48 AM
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    Its the company truck
    Get that Hawaii look

    IMG_6542.jpg
     
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  12. Sep 14, 2024 at 10:54 AM
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    Choices were made...
     
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  14. Sep 14, 2024 at 11:06 AM
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    I’m out of the loop with his car collection, when did he get a Bimmer
     
  16. Sep 14, 2024 at 11:16 AM
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    Yea either that or the milder ones from Dobinsons that give you around an inch of lift.
     
  17. Sep 14, 2024 at 11:17 AM
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    4 run, 2 don't
    WHERE U BEEN BRUDDA
     
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    Idek i just know its broken
     
  19. Sep 14, 2024 at 11:42 AM
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    I just sit in the shadows waiting for the right time to tell people they need tons of 40s
     
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  20. Sep 14, 2024 at 11:44 AM
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    Well it is a bmw
     
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