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Calling all Virginians (Tidewater area)

Discussion in 'Virginia' started by Alaskaflyer, Dec 26, 2008.

  1. Feb 14, 2015 at 12:11 PM
    Scalded_Dawg

    Scalded_Dawg Not as new as my post count would appear

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    Welcome Bob! :wave:
    Hope to see you at a mod day in the future!

    Can't help you with your suspension question... Not real familiar with the first gen Taco specs. Several others that are, I'm sure one will chime in soon.
     
  2. Feb 14, 2015 at 1:50 PM
    cdj1

    cdj1 Well-Known Member

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    I had slightly larger tires than that 275/70/16 on stock suspension and stock alloys for 12 years with no rubbing.
     
  3. Feb 14, 2015 at 4:13 PM
    Tanner757

    Tanner757 Well-Known Member

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    new radio removed mudflaps weld typhoons bed lined bumper Cb radio air resenator removal flowmaster outlaw
    It lives!!!!!
    ImageUploadedByTapatalk1423959140.968960.jpg

    Drives great
    Speedo is dead on at 45
    Rubs the rear of my front fender like a mother but im getting it aligned this week and inspected
     
  4. Feb 14, 2015 at 4:17 PM
    cdj1

    cdj1 Well-Known Member

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    Glad the gear worked out for you. Its been taking up space in my toolbox for 2 years
     
  5. Feb 14, 2015 at 4:25 PM
    Tanner757

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    Thanks again man appreciate it big time

    Ended up getting a speed sensor for like 25 bucks off Amazon too
    I was like theres no way im paying a couple hundred for one
     
  6. Feb 14, 2015 at 5:54 PM
    StAndrew

    StAndrew Wait for it...

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    Intake, exhaust, lift. Typical stuff.
    Got some work done today on the engine. Finished the driver side valve cover and got all the bolts off but one on the exhaust (one stripped). Need to get some heavy duty cutting blades for my sawzall to cut through the cross over pipe .

    I can use an extra hand Monday if anyone is available.

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  7. Feb 14, 2015 at 9:37 PM
    AaronArf

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    Should of got it inspected before turbo :)

    Glad to see progress!!
     
  8. Feb 15, 2015 at 4:51 AM
    Slimwood Shady

    Slimwood Shady I love your mom!

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    Genius!!!!
     
  9. Feb 15, 2015 at 6:57 AM
    StAndrew

    StAndrew Wait for it...

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    Intake, exhaust, lift. Typical stuff.
    The exhaust will be legal but just in case, I know a guy. How do you think I drove that 1980's Tercel around so long?

    :thumbsup:
     
  10. Feb 15, 2015 at 8:19 PM
    Abragus

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    So I'm having starting issues. Bought my Tacoma in Sep and already having problems. Wish I didn't have to, but I'm thinking I'll have to take it to First Team to figure out what's wrong - which means I'll have to drive a loaner for a couple days.
    Any thoughts?
     
  11. Feb 15, 2015 at 8:27 PM
    skygear

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    Whats First Team?
     
  12. Feb 15, 2015 at 8:29 PM
    99nmtaco

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    Stealership I think?
     
  13. Feb 15, 2015 at 8:31 PM
    Abragus

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    Stealership, for sure. I'm hoping everything is still under warranty since I just bought it from them, though.
     
  14. Feb 15, 2015 at 8:35 PM
    Abragus

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    I just figure this stuff shouldn't be happening after only having my 2014 for 6 months.
     
  15. Feb 15, 2015 at 8:36 PM
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    I agree. battery issue?
     
  16. Feb 15, 2015 at 8:37 PM
    Abragus

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    Battery tested fine. Happens even when the engine is warm! I love my truck. I would hate to go to the job fair in a sad sack loaner Corolla.
     
  17. Feb 15, 2015 at 8:37 PM
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    tell em you need a truck
     
  18. Feb 15, 2015 at 8:45 PM
    99nmtaco

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    Ya hopefully its not something too serious. Maybe a bad starter or loose ground?
     
  19. Feb 15, 2015 at 8:52 PM
    Abragus

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    I'll check connections tomorrow and make an appointment if I find anything funny.
    If I need to leave it a couple days I'll be sure to ask for another truck as a loaner. I spent too much time in a Saturn to drive another sedan.
     
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  20. Feb 16, 2015 at 7:30 AM
    Scalded_Dawg

    Scalded_Dawg Not as new as my post count would appear

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    Still under warranty... Take it back to dealer and make them fix it before trying to fix it.... They could say its your fault.
     

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