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Mechanic suggestions in Colorado?

Discussion in 'Colorado' started by Sarcastro, Aug 8, 2020.

  1. Aug 8, 2020 at 9:54 AM
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    Sarcastro

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    I just bought a 2006 Tacoma and I'm looking to add a 3" suspension lift. Does anyone have a good mechanic that will put this on for me?
     
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  2. Aug 8, 2020 at 10:20 AM
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    @YamaDirtrider and @Red Baron
     
  3. Aug 8, 2020 at 10:32 AM
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    Or @Toytec Lifts
     
  4. Aug 8, 2020 at 10:38 AM
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    I've been calling toytec but they won't return calls
     
  5. Aug 8, 2020 at 11:26 AM
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    What hasn't been modified?
    I’ve got another lift scheduled for the 22 so we can do that same day if your available?
     
  6. Aug 8, 2020 at 11:31 AM
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    Sarcastro

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    Where are you? Can you send me some pics of previouslifts? How much will it set me back?
     
  7. Aug 8, 2020 at 1:00 PM
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    Ya they’re probably really busy
    I wouldn’t hesitate having Josh and Aaron do the work.
     
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  8. Aug 8, 2020 at 1:58 PM
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    What hasn't been modified?
    We’re located in Franktown CO

    can’t say I have any pics of the last few installs. If your worried about experience, I’ve got kings, Aaron’s got sway always and we’ve done a few billies/Arb shocks

    as for price it depends on what all is getting swamped out. Usually around $300
     
  9. Aug 8, 2020 at 3:11 PM
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  10. Aug 8, 2020 at 8:31 PM
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    What hasn't been modified?
    Why do you have top plate spacers with new springs/coils?
    The 1/4 lean spaced is fine, but the others are taking away articulation.
     
  11. Aug 8, 2020 at 8:56 PM
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    I was compensating for the extra weight from the crew cab
     
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  12. Aug 9, 2020 at 5:16 AM
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    What hasn't been modified?
    So the coils give you 1.5” of lift,
    Then setting the billies in the second clip give you the remainder 1.5” due to preload.
    Do you have a winch, steel front bumper, dual batteries,ect?

    are you wanting the look of 3” lift or the offroad performance?
     
  13. Aug 9, 2020 at 1:07 PM
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    I'm looking for offroad performance. I'm going ptarmigan hunting next month so I'll be taking it above treeline. Can you do an alignment or do I need to take it to a shop nearby?
     
  14. Aug 9, 2020 at 3:40 PM
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    What hasn't been modified?
    Alignment wound have to be done stoneware else.
    I’ll shoot ya a pm do the other details
     
  15. Aug 9, 2020 at 6:01 PM
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    I’d pass in the diff drop kit too
    Not needed
     
  16. Aug 27, 2020 at 4:55 PM
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    Hey @YamaDirtrider I’m newish to Colorado and could use some help with my rig. Sounds like you’re the one to ask according to this. I’ve had two bad experiences with local Toyota specialist shops and really just want to have an individual who actually knows and cares about these trucks help me out. I have cash, beer and other tradable goodies. Just looking to get my sliders welded on and my steering rack either fixed or replaced. Shoot me a PM if you’d be interested.
     
  17. Aug 27, 2020 at 5:02 PM
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    What hasn't been modified?
    I think we can help ya out on all that. I’ll shoot ya a pm now.
     
  18. Aug 30, 2020 at 6:25 AM
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    Huge shoutout to @YamaDirtrider and @Red Baron !!!

    These dudes are awesome! Super friendly, knowledgeable and fair! 10/10 all around!

    Thanks guys!
     

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