1. Welcome to Tacoma World!

    You are currently viewing as a guest! To get full-access, you need to register for a FREE account.

    As a registered member, you’ll be able to:
    • Participate in all Tacoma discussion topics
    • Communicate privately with other Tacoma owners from around the world
    • Post your own photos in our Members Gallery
    • Access all special features of the site
    Quick Links: Anyone know the part # Differential oil 98 Tacoma 2.7L - Vacuum and Coolant hose replacement kit? Understanding Open Face vs Closed Face Center Support Bearings Talk me off a ledge here -- is this radiator OK to use? Suspension + Tires Specific Question

Shock installation help

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by scyot89, Sep 21, 2011.

  1. Sep 21, 2011 at 5:38 AM
    #1
    scyot89

    #1
    scyot89 [OP] Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jun 29, 2011
    Member:
    #59042
    Messages:
    45
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    TJ
    South Carolina
    Vehicle:
    2002 Tacoma 3.4L 4X4 5spd
    Stock
    Im about to order some bilstein hd shocks for my 02. I was wondering if anybody had a Thread on exactly how to change the shocks and struts out, or had any pointers. Thanks
     
    scyot89, Sep 21, 2011
    #1
  2. Sep 21, 2011 at 11:04 AM
    #2
    UndefinedTaco

    #2
    UndefinedTaco I'll eat all your food.

    Joined:
    Jul 4, 2011
    Member:
    #59313
    Messages:
    2,021
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Justin
    Tracy, CA
    Vehicle:
    Toyota
    It's an 89 Toyota Pickup. I got some stuff done to it.. FJ axles going under it soon.
    Unbolt em...take em to Sears..get springs compressed on new shocks..bolt back in.

    :D
     
    UndefinedTaco, Sep 21, 2011
    #2
  3. Sep 21, 2011 at 11:06 AM
    #3
    JLee

    #3
    JLee The Man! Vendor

    Joined:
    Jul 20, 2010
    Member:
    #40461
    Messages:
    19,562
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Jerry
    Benicia, CA
    Vehicle:
    02 Extra cab SAS Linked front and rear
    I lost track thousands of dollars ago.
    Why are you getting the HD's?
     
    JLee, Sep 21, 2011
    #3
  4. Sep 21, 2011 at 1:09 PM
    #4
    scyot89

    #4
    scyot89 [OP] Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jun 29, 2011
    Member:
    #59042
    Messages:
    45
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    TJ
    South Carolina
    Vehicle:
    2002 Tacoma 3.4L 4X4 5spd
    Stock
    Why not get the hd's
     
    scyot89, Sep 21, 2011
    #4
  5. Sep 21, 2011 at 1:24 PM
    #5
    saugus

    #5
    saugus Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Sep 3, 2011
    Member:
    #62820
    Messages:
    356
    Gender:
    Male
    Vehicle:
    2006
    Wouldn't autozone borrowing be cheaper and less hassle? Or is there more to it that I am unaware of?
     
    saugus, Sep 21, 2011
    #5
  6. Sep 21, 2011 at 1:27 PM
    #6
    UndefinedTaco

    #6
    UndefinedTaco I'll eat all your food.

    Joined:
    Jul 4, 2011
    Member:
    #59313
    Messages:
    2,021
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Justin
    Tracy, CA
    Vehicle:
    Toyota
    It's an 89 Toyota Pickup. I got some stuff done to it.. FJ axles going under it soon.
    Cheaper? Yes
    More hassle using vatozone spring compressors? Yes
    Chance of you scaring the shit out of you? Yes
    Your balls growing 3 sizes up if your successful? Yes
    Spring compressor malfunctioning or breaking? Yss
     
    UndefinedTaco, Sep 21, 2011
    #6
  7. Sep 22, 2011 at 10:23 AM
    #7
    scyot89

    #7
    scyot89 [OP] Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jun 29, 2011
    Member:
    #59042
    Messages:
    45
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    TJ
    South Carolina
    Vehicle:
    2002 Tacoma 3.4L 4X4 5spd
    Stock
    LMAO !
     
    scyot89, Sep 22, 2011
    #7

Products Discussed in

Mobil 1 104361 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Lube - 1 Quart (Pack of 2)
$29.67
Samman Tacoma Bed Channel Stiffener Rear Bed Channel Support Bracket Compatible with 2005-2023 Toyota Tacoma
$52.99
VIAIR 88P Portable Compressor Kit (12V, 120 Psi, Forup to 33" Tires)
$90.01
Ford Genuine Ford Fluid XT-M5-QS Full Synthetic Manual Transmission Fluid - 1 Quart , black
$33.47
M18 Cordless Lithium-Ion 6-1/2" Circular Saw - 2630-20 - ( MILWAUKEE ) - BARE TOOL
$83.00
Pair Set of 2 Front Lower Shock Absorber Bushings for Toyota Tacoma 4WD
$33.95
E-cowlboy for Toyota/Lexus Crankshaft Damper Pulley Holding Holder Harmonic Tool with 2PCS Crank Bolts
$21.99
Head Up Display, Car HUD P8, OBDII & GPS Dual System, The 1st Model in The Market Can be Installed on A-Pillar Trim (1)
$32.99
Upgr8 Universal 4mm/6mm/8mm/12mm Inner Diameter High Performance Silicone Vacuum Hose Kit (Blue)
$39.95
Energy Suspension 8.3115G Front Control Arm Bushing for Toyota
$55.69
Denso 234-9002 Air Fuel Ratio Sensor
$152.44
Power Probe BA10 Small Adapter for Toyota
$73.28
AEM (30-4110) UEGO Air/Fuel Ratio Gauge
$166.29
Moog 81102 Coil Spring Set
$165.95
Thule Xsporter Pro Multi-Height Aluminum Truck Rack
$1,049.95
Philips 9003 MotoVision Motorcycle and Powersport Replacement Headlight Bulb, 1 Pack
$22.10
MOOG K80827 Front Lower Suspension Ball Joint for Toyota Tacoma
$23.43
Detroit Axle - 2 Front Lower Ball Joints for 2005-2019 Toyota Tacoma Lower Ball Joint 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 Replacement
$26.72
RAM Mounts RAM-B-367U Motorcycle Handlebar Clamp Base with M8 Bolts with B Size 1" Ball
$12.99
Denso 234-4189 Oxygen Sensor
$60.51
SiriusXM SXV300V1 Satellite Radio Vehicle Tuner - Add to Any SiriusXM-Ready Car Stereo
$59.00
iJDMTOY 912 920 921 T15 Nylon Base Socket/Base w/Pigtail Wiring Harness As Repair, Replacement or Retrofit
$8.59
Anzero 2 Pcs Ear Piercing Kit, Disposable Ear Piercing Gun with Cubic Zirconia Stud, at Home Self Ear Piercer Kit (5MM Earrings Stud)
$8.99
18 Pieces Brake Bleeder Cap Grease Fitting Caps Rubber Zerk Covers Brake Caliper Dust Cover Brake Bleeder Nipple Cap for Cars and Motorcycles
$5.59
3Pcs HSS Titanium Coated Step Drill Bit Set, 1/4" Hex Shank Quick Change High Speed Steel Cone Drill Bit Kit for Plastic, Wood, Metal Sheet, Aluminum Hole Drilling (Metric 4-12mm/4-20mm/4-32mm)
$12.99
ban.do 7PK2120 OEM Quality Serpentine Belt
$19.41
Toyota D/Shaft Boot Kit - 04438-04021
$52.71
AISIN FCT-013 Engine Cooling Fan Clutch - Compatible with Select Toyota 4Runner, T100, Tacoma, Tundra
$88.79
Wilwood Engineering 260-12627 Adjacent Proportioning Valve Knob Style (M10 x 1.0 BF inlet)
$52.94
Alpine KTP-445U Universal Power Pack
$289.95
Ham Radio Handheld Long Range (UV-5R 8Watt) UHF/VHF Radio with 2 Rechargeable Battery, Portable Radio for Adults with Earpiece, GV-771 Antenna, Compatible with BAOFENG Programming Cable (3rd Gen)
$49.99
Midland – MXT275 MicroMobile® GMRS Radio – 15 watts Two-Way Radio with Integrated Control Microphone – Overland Caravanning Tractors – Detachable External Magnetic Mount Antenna - 8 Repeater Channels
$164.99
ESI ROK Block 4.25" Tailgate Gap Cover and Ultimate Tailgate Seal with Taper Seal 6ft for Sidewalls
$49.95
Baofeng UV-5R Ham Radio Long Range Handheld UV5R Dual Band 3800mAh Rechargeable Two Way Radio Walkie Talkies for Adults with Earpiece,Speaker Mic and Programming Cable Full Kit (Black-1Pack)
$39.97
Pioneer MVH-1400NEX Digital Multimedia 6.2" Display with Apple CarPlay (Does Not Play CDs)
$299.95
Hayden 679 Universal 11” Rapid-Cool Add-On Transmission Cooler to Enhance Cooling (not for direct replacement of the factory unit)
$51.60
35178-30010
$9.91
RAM Mounts X-Grip Universal Phone Holder with Ball RAM-HOL-UN7BU with B Size 1" Ball
$35.99
Pioneer DMH-WC6600NEX 9" Amazon Alexa Built-in, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth - Modular Solutions Receiver
$1,199.99
ATP Automotive AT-205 Re-Seal Stops Leaks, 8 Ounce Bottle
$18.70
IRWIN Tools VISE-GRIP Original 4" Locking Wrench with Wire Cutter (item #8)
$11.99
Genuine Toyota 4Runner TRD PRO Matte Black Wheels PTR20-35110-BK (Fits: 4Runner - Tacoma - FJ Cruiser) (4)
$1,024.99
To Top