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Austin Area TW Chapter (all gens welcome, even T4Rs; heck, just make it a Toyota and we're good)

Discussion in 'Texas' started by CaptAmerica, Jan 18, 2016.

  1. Mar 27, 2023 at 9:43 AM
    aboyd03

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    Anyone in the Austin, TX area a suspension expert? I bought a truck with a readylift, but I want to drop it a little. Now that it's been modified, I don't know what I can/can't do. Hoping to connect with someone local who can take a look at it and offer suggestions, and find someone reputable to do the work.
     
  2. Mar 27, 2023 at 9:48 AM
    CaptAmerica

    CaptAmerica [OP] Asphalt Avenger! TTC#13

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    @Texoma

    Chris is backed up, so you may sit on the waiting list.

    Welcome to TW!
     
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  3. Mar 27, 2023 at 9:51 AM
    Texoma

    Texoma IG: Triple C Chop Shop

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    A bunch a cool stickers, a bada ass MetalMiller Tx Longhorns grill emblem painted Hemi Orange, JBA long tube headers with o2 sims, Diff breather mod, Red LED interior lights, Fancy head unit that plays ipod n movies, Also DIY install factory stuff like, factory cruise control, factory intermittent wipers, OME nitro struts with 886x springs and toy tec top plate, JBA high caster UCA's for better alignmnet and dey beefier too, Old Man Emu Dakar leaf springs in da rear with the gear, U bolt flipper, Ivan Stewart TRD rims with 33" K Bro 2's, some bad ass weather tech floor liners so I don't muck up my interior, an ATO shackle flipper for mo travel in da rear wit the gear, also super shiny Fox 2.0 shocks back there too, all sorts of steal armor for bouncing off of the rocks like demello sliders, AP front skid, trans skid, n transfer skid, demello gas tank skid, and a tough as nails ARB bumper with warn 8k winch, I'm sure there's more
    I can help you. Shoot me a message and we’ll get going.

    Nah, I ate some Tex Mex on Friday so I’m not backed up anymore.
     
  4. Mar 27, 2023 at 9:54 AM
    aboyd03

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    Thanks guys! Sending you a DM, Chris!
     
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  5. Mar 28, 2023 at 10:22 AM
    MohoMan

    MohoMan TTC #0165

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    It’s true, this your guy!
     
  6. Mar 29, 2023 at 6:05 AM
    jmdaniel

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  7. Apr 5, 2023 at 3:27 AM
    EireBleuTacoma

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    Good Morning Family. Been a while, is there anyone still here?
     
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  8. Apr 5, 2023 at 3:32 AM
    Texoma

    Texoma IG: Triple C Chop Shop

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    A bunch a cool stickers, a bada ass MetalMiller Tx Longhorns grill emblem painted Hemi Orange, JBA long tube headers with o2 sims, Diff breather mod, Red LED interior lights, Fancy head unit that plays ipod n movies, Also DIY install factory stuff like, factory cruise control, factory intermittent wipers, OME nitro struts with 886x springs and toy tec top plate, JBA high caster UCA's for better alignmnet and dey beefier too, Old Man Emu Dakar leaf springs in da rear with the gear, U bolt flipper, Ivan Stewart TRD rims with 33" K Bro 2's, some bad ass weather tech floor liners so I don't muck up my interior, an ATO shackle flipper for mo travel in da rear wit the gear, also super shiny Fox 2.0 shocks back there too, all sorts of steal armor for bouncing off of the rocks like demello sliders, AP front skid, trans skid, n transfer skid, demello gas tank skid, and a tough as nails ARB bumper with warn 8k winch, I'm sure there's more
    yup, still here. How ya been
     
  9. Apr 5, 2023 at 3:35 AM
    EireBleuTacoma

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    Been busy as hell with school and work. Finally graduated with my last 2 expensive pieces of paper last summer. Now just looking for things to keep me busy.
     
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  10. Apr 5, 2023 at 3:52 AM
    Texoma

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    A bunch a cool stickers, a bada ass MetalMiller Tx Longhorns grill emblem painted Hemi Orange, JBA long tube headers with o2 sims, Diff breather mod, Red LED interior lights, Fancy head unit that plays ipod n movies, Also DIY install factory stuff like, factory cruise control, factory intermittent wipers, OME nitro struts with 886x springs and toy tec top plate, JBA high caster UCA's for better alignmnet and dey beefier too, Old Man Emu Dakar leaf springs in da rear with the gear, U bolt flipper, Ivan Stewart TRD rims with 33" K Bro 2's, some bad ass weather tech floor liners so I don't muck up my interior, an ATO shackle flipper for mo travel in da rear wit the gear, also super shiny Fox 2.0 shocks back there too, all sorts of steal armor for bouncing off of the rocks like demello sliders, AP front skid, trans skid, n transfer skid, demello gas tank skid, and a tough as nails ARB bumper with warn 8k winch, I'm sure there's more
    plenty of expensive hobbies out there. My favorite is fishing
     
  11. Apr 5, 2023 at 3:56 AM
    EireBleuTacoma

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    I have been partaking of those activities as well. Bought a few new Pew Pew's with the tuition money I dont have to spend anymore. TLE II Custom Kimber, Springfield XD40, and Ruger 5.56. If anyone has a good range to shoot at let me know, just been using the local indoor one by me.

    Also changed over my entire shop to Dewalt tools now, so been shopping for new cool tools to add to the collection, lol.
     
  12. Apr 5, 2023 at 4:26 AM
    Texoma

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    A bunch a cool stickers, a bada ass MetalMiller Tx Longhorns grill emblem painted Hemi Orange, JBA long tube headers with o2 sims, Diff breather mod, Red LED interior lights, Fancy head unit that plays ipod n movies, Also DIY install factory stuff like, factory cruise control, factory intermittent wipers, OME nitro struts with 886x springs and toy tec top plate, JBA high caster UCA's for better alignmnet and dey beefier too, Old Man Emu Dakar leaf springs in da rear with the gear, U bolt flipper, Ivan Stewart TRD rims with 33" K Bro 2's, some bad ass weather tech floor liners so I don't muck up my interior, an ATO shackle flipper for mo travel in da rear wit the gear, also super shiny Fox 2.0 shocks back there too, all sorts of steal armor for bouncing off of the rocks like demello sliders, AP front skid, trans skid, n transfer skid, demello gas tank skid, and a tough as nails ARB bumper with warn 8k winch, I'm sure there's more
    I like lonestar gun range in lockhart
     
  13. Apr 5, 2023 at 4:27 AM
    EireBleuTacoma

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    Thanks I will have to check them out.
     
  14. Apr 6, 2023 at 6:55 AM
    TragicBronson

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    They make you read the range rules in a pretty funny manner, and try some Smitty's BBQ in downtown Lockhart too.

    The Range at Austin is indoor and clean but charges by the hour which is complete BS.
     
  15. Apr 6, 2023 at 11:38 AM
    EireBleuTacoma

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    I have been to The Range, took some co-workers there for a shooting day, it serves the purpose but yes can be annoying. The one I've been using is Range USA, but they only have a 30yrd range and don't like my green tip 5.56.
     
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  16. Apr 6, 2023 at 1:43 PM
    Texoma

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    A bunch a cool stickers, a bada ass MetalMiller Tx Longhorns grill emblem painted Hemi Orange, JBA long tube headers with o2 sims, Diff breather mod, Red LED interior lights, Fancy head unit that plays ipod n movies, Also DIY install factory stuff like, factory cruise control, factory intermittent wipers, OME nitro struts with 886x springs and toy tec top plate, JBA high caster UCA's for better alignmnet and dey beefier too, Old Man Emu Dakar leaf springs in da rear with the gear, U bolt flipper, Ivan Stewart TRD rims with 33" K Bro 2's, some bad ass weather tech floor liners so I don't muck up my interior, an ATO shackle flipper for mo travel in da rear wit the gear, also super shiny Fox 2.0 shocks back there too, all sorts of steal armor for bouncing off of the rocks like demello sliders, AP front skid, trans skid, n transfer skid, demello gas tank skid, and a tough as nails ARB bumper with warn 8k winch, I'm sure there's more
    Lonestar will rent out full auto to you for brass therapy
     
  17. Apr 6, 2023 at 3:58 PM
    dirtybad

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    Posted in the main TX thread then found this one. Hi, y'all. Bought my second Taco this weekend.

    First Taco was an 08, traded in at 315k miles. Upgraded to a 2020 DCLB Off Road 4x4.
    Looking forward to upgrading the sound system and replacing the bumpers.

    Anyone have advice on a shop in the Austin area who sells and installs steel or aluminum bumpers? I want to replace front and rear.
     
  18. Apr 6, 2023 at 5:32 PM
    Texoma

    Texoma IG: Triple C Chop Shop

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    A bunch a cool stickers, a bada ass MetalMiller Tx Longhorns grill emblem painted Hemi Orange, JBA long tube headers with o2 sims, Diff breather mod, Red LED interior lights, Fancy head unit that plays ipod n movies, Also DIY install factory stuff like, factory cruise control, factory intermittent wipers, OME nitro struts with 886x springs and toy tec top plate, JBA high caster UCA's for better alignmnet and dey beefier too, Old Man Emu Dakar leaf springs in da rear with the gear, U bolt flipper, Ivan Stewart TRD rims with 33" K Bro 2's, some bad ass weather tech floor liners so I don't muck up my interior, an ATO shackle flipper for mo travel in da rear wit the gear, also super shiny Fox 2.0 shocks back there too, all sorts of steal armor for bouncing off of the rocks like demello sliders, AP front skid, trans skid, n transfer skid, demello gas tank skid, and a tough as nails ARB bumper with warn 8k winch, I'm sure there's more
    as for selling, your best bet is ordering it online. Yes long lead times, but you’ll get what you want. There’s a 3rd gen armor section, go check it out. Installs, yeah, I got you. Check out Triple C Chop Shop on FB and IG for the work I’ve done.
     
  19. Apr 24, 2023 at 11:09 AM
    AustinNative

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    Maxtrac spindles OME 885s Bilstein 5100s all around (adjustable front/extended length rears) Maxtrac rear blocks Headstrong Taco lean spacer OME CBD SS brake lines InsaneFab CMC 18x12 Fuel Hostage 35x12.50 Maxxis AT 1.25" Spidertrax spacers in the rear Llumar Ceramic Tint (5% Rears & Back / 18% Fronts / 50% Windshield) Toyota Tri-Fold bed cover and OEM bed mat Triple Black Clazzio seat covers WeatherTech laser fit or whatever the fuck they call em Probably other stuff...
    +1 for Triple C

    Been a while since I roamed these e-streets, had to check in. Trucks still rockin' along brotha.
     
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  20. Apr 25, 2023 at 3:38 AM
    Texoma

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    A bunch a cool stickers, a bada ass MetalMiller Tx Longhorns grill emblem painted Hemi Orange, JBA long tube headers with o2 sims, Diff breather mod, Red LED interior lights, Fancy head unit that plays ipod n movies, Also DIY install factory stuff like, factory cruise control, factory intermittent wipers, OME nitro struts with 886x springs and toy tec top plate, JBA high caster UCA's for better alignmnet and dey beefier too, Old Man Emu Dakar leaf springs in da rear with the gear, U bolt flipper, Ivan Stewart TRD rims with 33" K Bro 2's, some bad ass weather tech floor liners so I don't muck up my interior, an ATO shackle flipper for mo travel in da rear wit the gear, also super shiny Fox 2.0 shocks back there too, all sorts of steal armor for bouncing off of the rocks like demello sliders, AP front skid, trans skid, n transfer skid, demello gas tank skid, and a tough as nails ARB bumper with warn 8k winch, I'm sure there's more
    hell yeah, same. Been rocking mine for 13 years
     

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