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Discussion in '2nd Gen. Builds (2005-2015)' started by alvinfromhawaii, Mar 9, 2016.

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  1. Jan 17, 2017 at 8:10 PM
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    Thanks. Yeah, had to sell it first before getting the shell. Took a big loss on it. :(
     
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  2. Jan 21, 2017 at 5:21 PM
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    Testing out a new mounting bracket for my Switchpro.

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    alvinfromhawaii, Jan 21, 2017
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  3. Jan 21, 2017 at 9:25 PM
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    4" suspension lift, ARB bumper, Ramsey Winch, Fuel wheels, BF Goodwrench tires, tinted window, Hood Bug guard, Tool box modification with two 7.62mm ammo cans.
    You'll love the look...lifted and Fuel Beast Wheels.
    My friend... sure hope you do not have the same problems I had after my lift installation. I had nothing but problems with a 3.5 lift on my Tacoma. After the lift installation my truck pulled to the right. It was costly to get my truck right again. Just got my truck back two days ago! Long story short. I rotated my wheels then noticed major issues.
    One, my truck pulled to the right pretty hard and gotten worse. Front tires had major inside tread wear, destroying my BF Goodrich KO2's.
    Second, At 40 to 60 mph my truck shook violently.
    Here was the fix.
    Order online "hub centric rings." 108/106mm Solved the shaking of the wheels. When you got your Fuel Beast Wheels/rims most likely did not come with the "hub centric rings." You will need them!
    Replaced the upper A-arms (upper control arms). Got rid of the OEC. stock arms. I got dicked for $799.00 parts and installation. But at least my Tacoma is good now.
    New set of KO2s. 285/65 R18 Rides nice and smooth!
    Already my Tacoma is so much better. No more shanking and very little pulling to the right. This coming Friday I will be taken my Tacoma in for a front alignment job.
    Hate for anyone to go through the same crap I did. We spent a lot of money on our toys.
    Any questions please asked.
    Clifford
     
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  4. Jan 21, 2017 at 9:34 PM
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    And by the way... You Tacoma is beautiful. I am thinking a shell and rack system like your set up.
     
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  5. Jan 21, 2017 at 9:58 PM
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    Thanks for the heads up. I'll keep an eye out for those issues. So far I'm lucky, haven't experienced any of those symptoms. I have Total Chaos Upper control arms already so that is taken care of already. I'll look into those hub centric rings, but I think I ordered my fuel with Hub centric rings.
     
    alvinfromhawaii, Jan 21, 2017
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  6. Jan 21, 2017 at 10:01 PM
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    Thanks. The shell and rack really changes the dynamics of the truck. I feel it is more versatile now. I can carry longer loads on the rack. I can store stuff in the shell and not worry about it flying out of the bed or getting wet. I have a place to sleep if needed for camping. I can carry so much more and not have to worry about it as much. I can still take off the shell when I need to use the truck bed as a truck bed. Once I get the windoors it will make loading the truck easier.
     
    alvinfromhawaii, Jan 21, 2017
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  7. Jan 21, 2017 at 10:15 PM
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    There are a few things I like to do yet but defiantly a shell and rack system. Take care.
     
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  8. Jan 21, 2017 at 10:51 PM
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    Checking placement.

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  9. Jan 31, 2017 at 11:26 PM
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    Picked up something special for Bruticus. I pretty sure that paracord is strong enough to hold that box... I hope. @Bentrodder bed support loops came in real handy today.

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    alvinfromhawaii, Jan 31, 2017
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  10. Feb 1, 2017 at 8:13 AM
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    Seven.jpg :thumbsup:
     
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  11. Feb 3, 2017 at 7:03 AM
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    Lol

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    Pelfrey front plate bumper!
     
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    Sweeeet! Cannot wait to see it installed!
     
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    All wired up and ready to install.
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  15. Feb 17, 2017 at 9:48 AM
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    Here is what I did for securing the roof lightbar wire to my windshield. Used these cable mounts https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FH6HYWO/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1, replaced the adhesive with
    $9 3M Super-Strength Molding Tape, 1/2 in x 15 ft, High Strength Double-Sided Adhesive, Permanently Attaches Side Moldings, Trim and Emblems to Interior and Exterior of Vehicles (03614)
    https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B002JOVUO0/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

    The reason being is that I didn't want to block the channel where the water drains or gunk up with silicone adhesive. Plus this method is removable

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  16. Feb 17, 2017 at 9:52 AM
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    Installation pictures of the Switchpro.

    Switchpro
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    Bluesea 100amp fuse
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  17. Feb 17, 2017 at 11:18 AM
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    "After the lift installation my truck pulled to the right" - Alignment

    "Front tires had major inside tread wear, destroying my BF Goodrich KO2's" - Alignment (due to not replacing UCAs)

    "Second, At 40 to 60 mph my truck shook violently" - Road force balance and/or CB Drop and/or hubcentric (if rims aren't already)

    "I got dicked for $799.00 parts and installation" - Anyone on this forum will tell you to replace your UCAs once you approach 3"

    In short, all these issues can be avoided with proper research, as most of them aren't "problems".
     
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  18. Feb 17, 2017 at 1:33 PM
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    Looking good, I may have to get you to help me when I get to wiring up the truck.
     
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  19. Mar 24, 2017 at 1:11 AM
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    Boosted Money Pit....
    Did you ever wire it to light up? Trying to track down exactly which wire I need to add.
     
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    ah n/m forgot you had a 15. =)
     
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