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New to Tampa, mechanic?

Discussion in 'Florida' started by IowaToyotas, Jun 28, 2021.

  1. Jun 28, 2021 at 6:41 AM
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    IowaToyotas

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    IowaToyotas [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Super Charger, 2 In lift, TRD pro 17in Rims, 285 Toyo all country tires
    New to the Tampa area, not trying to go to the dealership, obvious reasons. Can anyone recommend a mechanic?
     
    IowaToyotas, Jun 28, 2021
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  2. Jun 28, 2021 at 6:43 AM
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    Key-Rei

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    Key-Rei Well-Known Member

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    Locker anytime Fog Lights anytime Full LED light conversion TRD cat back Rear cat delete Exaust Y reroute away from actuator Alloy Clutch master 2000 4Runner "Dog Leg" shift leaver Marlin shift seats and bushing Rear seat delete Rear diff breather extension Chrome grille swap Debadge Rear seat delete Honda blower motor beefy plug and wire mod Anytime 12v and USB with volt gauge in bed Blue Sea fuse box Hella AND 70's Caddy horns Low profile recessed hex drain plug swaps Alluminum battery strap 7pin relocated Backup cam on anytime Various other creature comfort and personal taste mods.
    I can recommend me but I'm about 2 hours from Tampa.
     
    Key-Rei, Jun 28, 2021
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  3. Jun 28, 2021 at 6:44 AM
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    IowaToyotas

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    Thanks I appreciate it but that’s a little far for me.
     
    IowaToyotas, Jun 28, 2021
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  4. Jun 28, 2021 at 6:47 AM
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    golfindia

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    Yes.
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    pickup truck
    golfindia, Jun 28, 2021
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  5. Jun 28, 2021 at 8:12 AM
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    Key-Rei

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    Key-Rei Well-Known Member

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    Locker anytime Fog Lights anytime Full LED light conversion TRD cat back Rear cat delete Exaust Y reroute away from actuator Alloy Clutch master 2000 4Runner "Dog Leg" shift leaver Marlin shift seats and bushing Rear seat delete Rear diff breather extension Chrome grille swap Debadge Rear seat delete Honda blower motor beefy plug and wire mod Anytime 12v and USB with volt gauge in bed Blue Sea fuse box Hella AND 70's Caddy horns Low profile recessed hex drain plug swaps Alluminum battery strap 7pin relocated Backup cam on anytime Various other creature comfort and personal taste mods.
    No problem, sorry I don't know anybody closer to recommend, in fact the only other person I know that I would recommend is even further from you.
     
    Key-Rei, Jun 28, 2021
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  6. Jul 14, 2021 at 7:33 AM
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    IowaToyotas

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    Thanks guys for the help!
     
    IowaToyotas, Jul 14, 2021
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  7. Jul 16, 2021 at 4:24 PM
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    crackils

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    This place is really good, they took care of me and didn't try and upsell me. He does about everything you'd ever need here.
     
    crackils, Jul 16, 2021
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  8. Jul 23, 2021 at 7:56 AM
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    IowaToyotas

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    Thanks man!
     
    IowaToyotas, Jul 23, 2021
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  9. Jul 23, 2021 at 11:51 AM
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    IowaToyotas

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    I think I’m looking at your truck right now.
     
    IowaToyotas, Jul 23, 2021
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  10. Jul 27, 2021 at 5:43 PM
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    I just added that together lol - hi!! :wave::D Did you have the black Tacoma? Looked really nice if so, I think we have the same tires too, Cooper AT3X? Did I pass right by you, never occurred it was you tho, my bad man - would have said hello

    I ended up having him change my belt and flush the radiator - seemed to be priced fair, hope it worked out for you too with your service needs.

    Also, welcome to FL (looks like you are/were from San Diego?)- I moved here from Orange County, CA back in early 2020.
     
    crackils, Jul 27, 2021
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  11. Jul 30, 2021 at 6:51 PM
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    IowaToyotas

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    Holy shit, small world. Yah just got here for San Diego. Did you have the white Tacoma? Yes I think Discovery AT3. If that was your white Tacoma, it looks awesome.

    he’s pretty well priced and a good mechanic for sure.
     
    IowaToyotas, Jul 30, 2021
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  12. Jul 30, 2021 at 7:00 PM
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    Yes that one was probably mine and thanks! You've got a nice truck too :thumbsup:
     
    crackils, Jul 30, 2021
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