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Kevlar's 2003 Tacoma DC

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Kevlar, Aug 5, 2015.

  1. Aug 5, 2015 at 6:32 PM
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    Kevlar

    Kevlar [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Hey guys! Been lurking around the site since I got my Tacoma last year in October. Figured I would share mine! I bought it with 101,000 miles on it (currently has 106,000)

    Current mods:

    OME 882 coils
    Icon 1.5" progressive AAL
    OME nitrochargers in rear.
    Toytec adjustable shackles (set at 1.5")
    Break line extension
    285/75/16 Goodyear Duratrac's (minor trim in front with stock wheels)
    Tranny cooler from Jegs.
    Had on spidertrax spacers, took them off after 2 weeks.
    Plasti dipped grill and got new corner lights.
    Bought new drums and painted them black.
    Weather tech floor mats.

    Future plans:

    Custom front bumper
    Some rock sliders
    Rear bumper
    Lighting
    Etc!

    Here are some pics!

    Before
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    With just the lift.
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    What she looks like now.
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    [IMG]http://[URL=http://s1259.photobucket.com/user/silverex08/media/image_3.jpg.html][ATTACH=full]2060029[/ATTACH]
     
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  2. Aug 5, 2015 at 6:41 PM
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    Kevlar

    Kevlar [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Leaned...trim packer but what size to fix it? It's about 3/4" higher on the passenger side.

    image_11_6a4e5e1c2b5f1fb70a453de59d27d8a26b731721.jpg
     
  3. Aug 5, 2015 at 6:44 PM
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    New front brakes, inner/outer tie rods and steering rack bushings. And of course a fire just in case you can't see that! Lol

    image_10_a23192450542b245d34dc15f817f8780d23505e5.jpg
     
  4. Aug 5, 2015 at 6:47 PM
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    SOLD - 03 Black SR5 4x4 TRD OR RIP - 07 Radiant Red SR5 4x4 TRD Sport Fabtech 6" lift, 33x12.50.18 Toyo M/T on All black XD Hoss wheels
    I am jealous of your lift... still working overtime for mine.
     
  5. Aug 5, 2015 at 6:49 PM
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    Don't be! Keep saving your money and ul have it in no time!
     
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  6. Aug 5, 2015 at 6:50 PM
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    Friends Tacoma
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  7. Aug 5, 2015 at 6:51 PM
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  8. Aug 5, 2015 at 6:52 PM
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  9. Sep 10, 2015 at 7:59 AM
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  10. Nov 15, 2015 at 7:39 PM
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    A little over 200 bucks. Worth the money for what you get out of them. Comfort is good too!
     
  11. Nov 15, 2015 at 7:46 PM
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    I did a full detail with my brother and his friend on the truck today right before winter. Wash,clay,compound, and wax and all other detailing stuff. Truck came out mint!! Ya it's meant to be off-roading but I do enjoy driving a clean ride too! Lol
     
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  12. Nov 15, 2015 at 7:47 PM
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    Did an oil change too last weekend and took this pic, thought it looked cool.
     
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  13. Nov 15, 2015 at 9:00 PM
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    If you don't mind me asking. What rear shocks do you have.
     
  14. Nov 16, 2015 at 4:39 AM
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  15. Nov 16, 2015 at 7:13 AM
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    Dude I love this truck! Are you happy with your lift set up? Did you get a trim packer to level the driver side? The stance is perfect I think Im going to use the same components as you next spring on my DC.
     
  16. Nov 16, 2015 at 7:33 AM
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    Looks like a real clean ride. I just did my lift last week and it came with a 3/4" spacer for the drivers side front to level it out.
     
  17. Nov 16, 2015 at 6:21 PM
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    Thanks brushcreek! I'm very happy with the lift! Honestly rides better than stock. I highly recommend the setup, and also I would consider getting the trim packer if I were you, it does have a little Lean on the drivers side.
     
  18. Nov 16, 2015 at 6:25 PM
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    Ya I do what I can to keep her clean with an almost 15 year old truck. I love the off-roading scene but I see this truck being more valuable keeping it in the best condition and make some money on it later on. As for now she's mine lol!

    Is the spacer a legit 3/4" measurement? Cause I am going to need to fix this lean soon! I see ome has 10mm spacers and stuff but don't know what to get. I have 3/4" difference because of it. Terrible eyesore.
     
  19. Nov 16, 2015 at 6:26 PM
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    I'm guessing your OME all around. Did you get UCAs? How is your alignment? What brand tires? I've got a silver double cab too and am still planning everything out.

    Bunch of questions haha but man it looks good.
     
  20. Nov 16, 2015 at 6:33 PM
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    Hey exhaust, I have my current setup on my first post in this thread. All your answers are there. But no I have stock UCA's (grinded them down a little to avoid the inner sidewall of the tires, even though I wasn't rubbing to begin with) also the alignment came out perfect with no issues.

    If your gonna be heavy into off-roading then I would absolutely get the UCA's because I believe at full flex along with a 33" tire you will probably rub.
     

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