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BlaisBrosTacos '08 Reg Cab 4x4 Build and Adventures

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Builds (2005-2015)' started by Blais03, Sep 1, 2016.

  1. May 9, 2019 at 5:45 PM
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    Blais03

    Blais03 [OP] Guess I'll bring a spare wheel bearing...

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    Well I wrapped the tailgate tonight. Looks pretty decent for the first time working with the stuff. I wish I spent more time prepping the surface as all the imperfections come right though the wrap. Pics coming tomorrow.
     
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  2. May 10, 2019 at 2:11 PM
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    Blais03 [OP] Guess I'll bring a spare wheel bearing...

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    Ehhhh not bad right? :notsure:0185DE5B-27EC-454B-A662-4E90AA7C2F3A.jpg 213814B2-1D6C-41C8-B6DF-F4A213B8E627.jpg
     
  3. May 10, 2019 at 8:40 PM
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    Your work seems fine.
    I don't really like the blur to the reflections. I'd prefer mirror, or none - but that's a personal thing.
    Have a before photo?
     
  4. May 10, 2019 at 10:59 PM
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    cool stickers and a baseball card With clothes pin, sounds awesome ! wicked
    :thumbsup:
     
  5. May 11, 2019 at 4:30 PM
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    Blais03 [OP] Guess I'll bring a spare wheel bearing...

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    Scored a deal on a hot air intake. I don’t care how frowned upon they are, it honestly makes my truck run so much smoother with the Gibson exhaust. More power? Probably not. Better gas mileage? I doubt it. But there’s definitely a noticeable difference in how the truck runs.
    51D21B98-8C1C-4D21-AAD3-839B87F9BA08.jpg
     
  6. May 27, 2019 at 6:18 AM
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    Blais03 [OP] Guess I'll bring a spare wheel bearing...

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    New toy! 2015 Honda CB300F with 500 miles! 9B2BD02F-4E6F-492E-A63E-03A3854A5AFD.jpg
     
  7. May 27, 2019 at 8:02 AM
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    Nice. Will you go with black or red for the helmet?
    May I suggest
    https://www.amazon.com/Remove-Helme...073X49NPT?SubscriptionId=AKIAILSHYYTFIVPWUY6Q
    or
    https://www.amazon.com/Large-Sticke...076DJGQ7N?SubscriptionId=AKIAILSHYYTFIVPWUY6Q
    They used to say wear old jeans as they slide/protect best on pavement.
    I always ran Metzler tires, was like the bike held the road with talons.
    Don't run the best tires you can afford, run the best tires - they're everything.
    Not meaning to discourage you at all. I love sport bikes, just do it smart.
    It's a beauty! Jealous.
     
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  8. May 27, 2019 at 8:10 AM
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    Blais03 [OP] Guess I'll bring a spare wheel bearing...

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    Thanks! Ive had a couple bikes in the past and just getting back into it again. I do like the idea of those stickers. I need to get myself a nice fresh helmet. Id like red but will probably end up with black again
     
  9. Jun 16, 2019 at 8:22 AM
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    Blais03 [OP] Guess I'll bring a spare wheel bearing...

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    Changed up the x grip for the new quad lock. Really like this set up!82A1D04B-056E-4B65-8309-C2C1B4109822.jpg
     
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  10. Jun 16, 2019 at 10:02 AM
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    Much more minimal. Nice. :thumbsup:
     
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  11. Jun 16, 2019 at 10:07 AM
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  12. Jun 16, 2019 at 10:09 AM
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    Looks great! Anything to cut down the amount of crap to keep it in place is good imo.
     
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  13. Jun 16, 2019 at 10:11 AM
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    Blais03 [OP] Guess I'll bring a spare wheel bearing...

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    Way more secure than the x grip! I will say its a little more difficult to use but its a really neat system
     
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  14. Jun 16, 2019 at 10:16 AM
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    Did you get it direct from Quad Lock?
     
  15. Jun 16, 2019 at 10:17 AM
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    Blais03 [OP] Guess I'll bring a spare wheel bearing...

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    Yes, they also have 10% off right now on their website.
     
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  16. Jun 16, 2019 at 10:18 AM
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    :thumbsup:
    My have to get a set up for my co-pilot side. :D
     
  17. Jun 17, 2019 at 9:39 AM
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    I've been using the Quad Lock for about 6 months now. I've got one for most of my bikes and the suction cup/windshield version with the wireless charger for the truck. They are difficult to use at first, but they break in and become a lot easier after a couple of months of use.
     
  18. Jun 17, 2019 at 9:59 AM
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    Blais03 [OP] Guess I'll bring a spare wheel bearing...

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    Good to know. It really is not as easy as its made out to be lol
     
  19. Jun 17, 2019 at 11:08 AM
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    I put a couple RAM mount balls in the pillars. That is where it will be. :D
     
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  20. Jun 17, 2019 at 11:20 AM
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    I don't know if the wireless charger fits the RAM mount, or if you even need wireless charging, but it is a nice to have.
     
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