Keystone State Thread

Very cool, any places around here for wheeling? Or any good shops around here for trucks? I make trips out to Pittsburgh around once a month so if you know of anything out there that would be sweet too!

 

As far as close to town, theres a little bit down around Twolick. Most of the stuff is posted around here though so I don't bother with it.

There are a good amount of parks within an hour drive though...Scrubgrass is like a half hour, Rock Run is about 45 min, Big Rubbers' land is about an hour away.

Check out http://pgh-offroad.com/forum/forum.php for stuff near us.


I know theres some truck shop near the UPS hub, never been there though (think it's more of a store than a shop.) If its just basic bolt on stuff I'd we willing to lend a hand.

 

I could actually use some help putting on my roof rack, i just dont have the patience for it. I attempted yesterday but could tell the front wasnt gonna be flush and then the right hand side wouldnt screw in so I gave up.. But Colonial Toyota wants $80 and hour to do it..

 

http://www.tacomaworld.com/gallery/showphoto.php/photo/284138/cat/500/ppuser/87884
The GFS Model more accurately predicted the hurricane direction that was in the Gulf earlier this year. The Euro and GFS models both have this Sandy coming over PA. I pray it isn't too bad.

 

Greg at Elite in Murrysville is a good guy. That's where I picked up my tonneau cover a couple weeks ago. I will shop there again.

Are you trying to install the factory rack, or an aftermarket rack?

 

Factory rack

 

Well its been awhile since I have been on here. I had a daughter and got a new job. Is anyone going wheeling or having a meet around the Philly or lehigh valley anytime soon....

 

I'm going to go that route myself... eventually. I just have too much on my plate right now... just not a priority.

 

deceitful you parked next to me tonight at aroogas

 

Yeah I wasn't gonna but I found it fairly cheap and I think it looks good breaking up the white. Just gonna have the stealership install it, oh well

 

Did you buy it second hand, or through a dealer? Who/Where?

 

Amazon.com haha they had a sale and I got it for I think 185? Something like that it wasn't much

 

Checking in from Lancaster.

 

Welcome to TW neighbor....

I'm actually from Landisville.

 

How do you guys find a quality shop? Word of mouth & forum searching isn't really helping me. It's for my rusty exhaust.
South East PA - Chester, Delaware, Lancaster, etc.

Also, where do you get good cheap parts? Looking for a MAFS & TB gasket. Guess I'll check advanced auto.

Update
Took almost everything apart on the top part of the engine. All sensors / parts are good. Waiting to test fuel pressure, exhaust back pressure, and O2 sensor 2 - response time. 2nd round of penetrating oil still working its way through the rust welded exhaust bolts. :/



*****Edit*****
Answered my own question. I wish there was more information on good repair shops in the area.

SOMEONE SHOULD STICKY THESE WEBSITES SOMEWHERE:

• http://www.automd.com/
• http://repairpal.com/
• http://www.cartalk.com/mechanics-search

**The above websites help you locate quality local repair shops and even give you an upfront estimate**


edit2:
I think AAA might have a review page too. Either way.... "how to find a repair shop" should be stickied somewhere

 

Wavin' a hand from Ephrata.

 

Did they evacuate parts of Philly? I think there was talk of it

 

Thanks for the warm welcome!

I just picked up the 12' to replace my 99 4runner. It was time for a new build.

 

Don't think so yet, they have closed a bunch of roads and bridges that prone to flooding.

 

My bro-in-law lives in Palmyra, my wife and I go through Ephrata everytime we visit him, which is about every few months. I'll look out for a nice Taco when I pass through next time, lol.

Good luck with the weather - hope everyone in the East stays safe.