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1 inch closer to the ground!

Discussion in 'Street Trucks' started by Kavik, Aug 27, 2012.

  1. Aug 27, 2012 at 5:30 PM
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    Kavik

    Kavik [OP] Kavik

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    Changed my 2 inch drop to a 3 inch drop. Not that noticeable by looking at it but I can feel it.

    Out with the old.

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    In with the NEW.

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    Before.

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    After.

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  2. Aug 27, 2012 at 6:24 PM
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    07TacoRidah

    07TacoRidah SHHHH, this is interesting

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    Engine bay: aFe Pro Dry filter Secondary air filter deleted Sokie Tech hood damper kit OReiley battery terminals Big 3 upgrade (0g wiring) 2012 Headlight swap HID kit (headlight 6k/fog light 3k) Sylvania Zevo LED turn signals w/hyper flash resistors Rear back up light GY6 bulb Bullz Audio 0g wire Exterior: Dynamik Retro Projector style headlight housing Depo Euro Black Altezza LED tails 2012 front grill/bumper cover w/ fog light and hood swap Rear bumper swap (to chrome, painted w/bedliner paint) 99 Cents Store tailgate lock Suspension: XR Bilsteins Universal Air Suspension strut bag Custom UCA's DJM 4" rear drop kit 1" spindle spacer kit 4x4 leaf pack swap (middle leaf removed) Air Lift rear helper springs 4 Siria (Asco) 3/8" air valves 3 gallon air tank 1/4' air lines 90's Acura Integra door switches to air valves ViAir 450 air compressor Rims: 18x10 Work VS-KF front w/5" lip 18x11 Work VS-KF rear w/6" lip 225/40/18 tires all around Sick Speed 3 piece spike lug nuts Pepboys valve stem caps 1" wheel spacers all around Interior: Wink Mirror rear view Center console lid fabric Metra Dash kit Kenwood bluetooth headunit Hifonics Zeus ZXi 6410 PB 6 1/2" component speakers up front 10" single Hifonics subwoofer 10" sealed angled box Katana shift knob
    SO MUCH NICER imo.
     
  3. Aug 27, 2012 at 8:06 PM
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    Kavik

    Kavik [OP] Kavik

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    Is it weird that I can tell the difference when I sit in my truck?
     
  4. Aug 27, 2012 at 8:10 PM
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    Konaborne

    Konaborne Pineapples on pizza Hawaiian does not it make.

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    since you ride in it so much, you tend to notice the little things

    when I swapped my AAL for my leaf pack, I went up 1.7" in the rear
    holy shit, the first time I got in I felt like the truck was going downhill :laughing:

    looks good!
     
  5. Aug 27, 2012 at 8:14 PM
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    Kavik

    Kavik [OP] Kavik

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    I like it! It feels a little bit more level haha I probably won't notice it in a week.
     
  6. Aug 27, 2012 at 8:28 PM
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    07TacoRidah

    07TacoRidah SHHHH, this is interesting

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    like previously stated you will notice eventually or will instantly. I stare at my truck a lot ... more so that my parents seem to think I have mental problems ... .. :p but I notice the little things to the larger things here and there but mostly due to watching/listening for them even though I have the stereo up. In all honesty it's your ride, you should in a sense be in tuned with it since it's your method of transportation as well as something you ride in a lot.
     
  7. Aug 27, 2012 at 8:29 PM
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    Large

    Large Red

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    Nice, good job.
     
  8. Aug 27, 2012 at 8:33 PM
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    Kavik

    Kavik [OP] Kavik

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    Oh I am right there with you, my girlfriend thinks I am mental about my truck because I take care of it, but I like the drop, I really want better suspension now. goodbye paycheck! lol
     
  9. Aug 27, 2012 at 8:48 PM
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    Kavik

    Kavik [OP] Kavik

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    Really nice quality blocks. Beefed Taco blocks are the way to go!
     
  10. Aug 30, 2012 at 8:23 PM
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    BAMFTACO

    BAMFTACO Another day another beer

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    Kings bruh
    I'm digging the lowered tacos looks good
     
  11. Aug 31, 2012 at 7:15 PM
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    Kavik

    Kavik [OP] Kavik

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    yep, I hit frame the other day, I am about to get some bump stops, any shock recommendations guys?
     
  12. Aug 31, 2012 at 7:29 PM
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    Kavik

    Kavik [OP] Kavik

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    Know of any place I can get a good price for them?
     
  13. Aug 31, 2012 at 7:42 PM
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    Kavik

    Kavik [OP] Kavik

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    Any big differences between the single adjustable kit and the double adjustable kit?
     
  14. Aug 31, 2012 at 7:50 PM
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    Kavik

    Kavik [OP] Kavik

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    hopefully I can put some money towards these soon, pretty easy install I assume?
     
  15. Aug 31, 2012 at 8:03 PM
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    Kavik

    Kavik [OP] Kavik

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    sounds real good. goodbye bank account. Now if I could only do something to this engine.
     
  16. Aug 31, 2012 at 8:39 PM
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    IDtrucks

    IDtrucks Unhinged and Fluid

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    why didnt you just do 4"???



    fail lol
     
  17. Sep 1, 2012 at 4:19 AM
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    Kavik

    Kavik [OP] Kavik

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    Why would I do 4"???
     
  18. Sep 1, 2012 at 5:48 PM
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    Who Dat Popcorn

    Who Dat Popcorn Dafuq

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    4in blocks with no notch is a bad idea lol
     
  19. Sep 1, 2012 at 6:39 PM
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    Kavik

    Kavik [OP] Kavik

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    Still not seeing the fail in a three inch drop.
     
  20. Sep 1, 2012 at 9:53 PM
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    Kelson

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    ho nah.

    no notch ftw :)
     

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