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Rob Daman's Formerly known HardShellTaco ...Trying to stop modding but they keep pulling me back!!!

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Builds (2016-2023)' started by Rob Daman, Mar 20, 2017.

  1. Jan 6, 2019 at 6:13 AM
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    All my rigs are purpose built. From crawling to camping. I also enjoy a nice stock truck for what that’s worth. Toyota’s are the jam!
    Agreed. This is classic. Just a touch to bring back the good ‘ol days!

     
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  2. Jan 6, 2019 at 11:30 AM
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    I remember those commercials!

     
  3. Jan 6, 2019 at 11:53 AM
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    All my rigs are purpose built. From crawling to camping. I also enjoy a nice stock truck for what that’s worth. Toyota’s are the jam!
    You and me both! I actually owned that truck..well not that very one, but you know what I mean.
     
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  4. Jan 7, 2019 at 12:13 PM
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  5. Jan 9, 2019 at 10:27 AM
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    So added my lift 6112 in front 4th notch 5160 with icon aal in back. Both sides level front and back, but drivers side 1/2 lower both front and back than passenger, what do you think?

    20190109_101304.jpg
     
  6. Jan 9, 2019 at 10:31 AM
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    Rob Daman [OP] The Taco Formerly Known as Hard Shell Taco

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    Did you see a lean on the rear before install?

    If it doesn't settle down you can do the 1/4 inch front spacer.

     
  7. Jan 9, 2019 at 10:38 AM
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    Yeah already ordered it from headstrong, really notice the lean when headlights hit a wall
     
  8. Jan 9, 2019 at 10:40 AM
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    What did you do with the brake line bracket
     
  9. Jan 9, 2019 at 10:41 AM
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    Zip tied mine right now

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  10. Jan 9, 2019 at 10:43 AM
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    Tires next
     
  11. Jan 9, 2019 at 10:44 AM
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    What size if I don't wanna chop, thinking bfg KO2, or maybe Toyo open country, or Nitto ridge grapplers
     
  12. Jan 9, 2019 at 11:05 AM
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    I was able to use the existing bracket for my brake line.

    265/75 should be fine and clear. Toyos I believe run taller rated size but it would be minor rub if any.

     
  13. Jan 9, 2019 at 11:06 AM
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    Thanks
     
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  14. Jan 10, 2019 at 7:43 AM
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  15. Jan 22, 2019 at 9:34 AM
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    We went to Disneyland and my daughter Joanna got to meet her favorite character Minnie. Getting through the crowds was worth it to see her excitement.

    https://youtu.be/4tXlh21CfFw
     
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    Hey Rob are you using Muteki lugs on your wheels and if so how's the durability holding up on them while taking the truck on trails? Thanks!
     
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  17. Jan 22, 2019 at 11:34 AM
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    I am indeed. they're strong steel lugs so no issues.

     
  18. Jan 22, 2019 at 12:38 PM
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    @Rob Daman I love your S2 lights on your Prinsu! So much so that I have my own waiting to install. Anything special about your install location on the rack? Did you drill any holes? Thanks
     
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  19. Jan 22, 2019 at 2:00 PM
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    nothing too complicated. I used the existing harnesses and spliced them together so I had 1 pair of wires coming down my windshield. Bolts on to the prinsu fine.

    no drilling.

    I've been behind in my videos and my 'spot' i record during the day is now getting used.

     
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  20. Jan 22, 2019 at 2:25 PM
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    That’s what I needed to hear! Install should be easy then, thanks!
     
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