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Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by stikle, Sep 13, 2013.

  1. Sep 13, 2013 at 8:26 AM
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    stikle

    stikle [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Eh, see my Build Thread sig link. Too many mods to list.
    So after having had my lift for a few weeks, I decided to stuck my head underneath and take a look at things.

    I've seen some threads on TW (and have a hunch I'll be looking at more) regarding CV angles after lifting, and problems.

    I didn't think these looked too bad compared to some I've seen here:

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    Now, I'm still learning about this whole truck thing; parts, mods, mechanics, etc. That being said, I noticed this and am pretty sure I've got a problem that needs addressed...and no clue if I can do it, or what even needs to be done. Yet. I'm limited on skills and tools at this point.

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    Back to more thread researching it appears.
     
  2. Sep 13, 2013 at 8:29 AM
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    TIPICOTACO

    TIPICOTACO Well-Known Member

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    Some lift, some armor, some scratches..
  3. Sep 13, 2013 at 8:43 AM
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    Eh, see my Build Thread sig link. Too many mods to list.
    Hmm...thanks.
     
  4. Oct 2, 2013 at 9:10 AM
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    stikle

    stikle [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Eh, see my Build Thread sig link. Too many mods to list.
    I bought new Empi boots from Amazon and had them put on yesterday. Should be good to go!

    FYI-

    Two of these:
    Empi CV Boots

    And two of these:
    Empi CV Boots

    I don't remember which ones were inner and which were outer, but the part numbers matched up on Empi's site and my tech didn't have any issues installing them.
     
  5. Oct 2, 2013 at 10:04 AM
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    Any after pics? did you get new CVs also? or just remove the existing, replace boots, and re-install?
     
  6. Oct 2, 2013 at 10:24 AM
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    Eh, see my Build Thread sig link. Too many mods to list.
    Just replaced the boots. My guy is a mechanic at a Toyota dealership and would have told me if there were any issues. He went through the entire truck when I first got it and said it was really well maintained. The previous owner never did any offroading, it was his daily driver to work.

    Here's an after pic:

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  7. Oct 2, 2013 at 11:33 AM
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    ^Your truck is SO clean... especially compared to mine!
     
  8. Oct 2, 2013 at 11:42 AM
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    stikle

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    Eh, see my Build Thread sig link. Too many mods to list.
    Thanks :)

    But now the damn overspray in that picture from when I painted the calipers is bugging me.

    It doesn't matter...it doesn't matter...it's on the backside and can't really be seen...it doesn't matter...
     
  9. Oct 2, 2013 at 4:51 PM
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    Paint thinner or some gas I find works for over spray
     

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