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Rich's Long-ass-taco LT Build Thread

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Builds (2005-2015)' started by Zlagger, Mar 28, 2012.

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  1. Aug 26, 2013 at 11:27 PM
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    Zlagger

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    I know I haven't posted on here in a long time. Shit I haven't seen my truck in a month. This kit and a few other things I'm not ready to name have buried this project.

    The part I will say is that this build is over budget by like $20,000 and I don't even have a working truck. Well actually I don't have a truck I can afford to pick up.
     
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  2. Aug 26, 2013 at 11:33 PM
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    What was the misunderstood part? Not a single part fit right. The towers / hoops were wrong. The steering length is wrong. The upper A-arms lengths are wrong. The bushings were wrong. The bolts/hardware was wrong. The hubs to spindles didn't fit. The limit straps were wrong. The brake caliper mounting tabs are wrong. Etc.....
     
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  3. Aug 26, 2013 at 11:35 PM
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    triple6

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    dam sorry to hear about that man hope everything gets worked out soon for ya buddy
     
    triple6, Aug 26, 2013
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  4. Aug 27, 2013 at 12:32 AM
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    Anthony250

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    Anthony250 Ex Fabricator

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    Sounds like you got sent the complete wrong order. lol
     
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  5. Aug 27, 2013 at 5:54 AM
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    bulhas

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    yikes!!! I knew once you started posting pictures and we had measurements something was fishy with the kit...... Thanks for the insight!

    Sorry it had to happen to you...... some companies unfortunately take advantage of the first couple customers to live and learn, but we never hear from those customers perspectives often enough
     
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  6. Aug 27, 2013 at 7:32 PM
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    Zlagger

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    Zlagger [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Today I paid the Piper and my truck is at last coming home.... on a flatbed.

    On the to-do list:
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    -Shorten the upper A-arms
    -Shorten the steering
    -Cut off the caliper mounts
    -Fab new caliper mounts
    -Replace front rotors & pads to get proper alignment.
    -Wire up headlights, turn signals etc.
    -Paint bumper / front fenders
    -build new speedo assembly
    -Clearance area for cv boot straps
     
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  7. Aug 27, 2013 at 7:34 PM
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    She gone
    :eek::eek::eek::eek::eek::eek::eek:
     
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  8. Aug 27, 2013 at 7:36 PM
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    Damn man!
     
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  9. Aug 27, 2013 at 7:40 PM
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    fuuck, that just sounds like a big pain in the dick!
     
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  10. Aug 27, 2013 at 7:41 PM
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    seems like a pretty big headache to me. hope you can get it all squared away soon.
     
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  11. Aug 27, 2013 at 7:41 PM
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    Holy fuck!!:eek:
     
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  12. Aug 27, 2013 at 8:25 PM
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    Yeah, lesson #1 learned...always do as much of your own work as possible.
    Lesson #2 go with a proven product unless you are ready to do some serious fab work.
     
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  13. Aug 27, 2013 at 8:26 PM
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    ALL OF THEM!...Then some more.
    Wow you have to change the UCAs even? Jesus.
     
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  14. Aug 27, 2013 at 8:27 PM
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    Damn dude, that really sucks.

    Assuming you've contact Solo and whatnot, have they not offered any help?

    Is the geo that off with the current UCA & Tie Rods?
     
    theduck911, Aug 27, 2013
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  15. Aug 27, 2013 at 8:36 PM
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    what the fuck
     
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  16. Aug 27, 2013 at 10:37 PM
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    I have not contacted Solo personally. Since I haven't seen my truck for a month and IMW was dealing with it up till now.

    Game plan has changed now. Truck is in my hands & I will be calling this week.

    The camber is stuck at max adjustment in the positive. The toe is somewhat close, but it is also at max adjustment.
     
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  17. Aug 27, 2013 at 11:18 PM
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    wow

    That really sucks dude

    I'm sure they'll send you new parts.
     
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  18. Aug 28, 2013 at 7:49 AM
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    Holy fucking shit!!!! Solo should step up and take a look at the truck, and fix, change, and do what is needed.

    U figure there r many potential buyers on here....well there were. Please keep us posted.


    Good luck man! Hope it works out soon!
     
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  19. Aug 28, 2013 at 8:05 AM
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    I think before people start forming thier opinions on solo, give them a chance to reply. I've been to the shop and met the owner. He seems like a really stand up guy. His work and knowledge reminds me of DMZ (Tim).
     
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  20. Aug 28, 2013 at 8:24 AM
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    X2. Just curious but how did they manage to go that far over budget? That's pretty insane
     
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