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The guy at Big O tires will install my shocks and the anti sway bar. He says the red/blue would be too harsh especially with the sway bar.
In the meantime, Steve @ Carson Toyota says he has one set of the blue/red left. Help me decide. I have one set in my garage that I can return, or I can just get the whole thing installed tomorrow. It's been a rough day.
I have also heard concerns that the ride might be too stiff with both the red/blue and the hellwig bar.
Some people on TS have even disconnected their sway bar in the winter because it is causing the truck to over stear in the wet, and believe me you do not want an overstearing truck.
I do not have the hellwig bar and I cannot say from experience.
As I said before, install the blue/yellow shock with the bar and see how you like the truck. A lot of people have this set-up on TS and really seem to like it.
I like my truck ride. But I like stiffer rides in general. I have a little race car and the softest setting on that thing is pretty stiff. So maybe my experience with race cars makes the Tundra seem to have a great ride.
http://www.seansa4page.com/resource/steering.html
http://www.bobjane.com.au/overstee.htm
Also here is a glossary of automotive terms
http://www.womanmotorist.com/glossary/glossary.shtml
Swapping ends is not fun on crowded city streets or worse, the freeway.
Installed Hellwig Anti Sway Bar
Installed Bilstein Yellow/Blue Shocks
Got the truck aligned
and I have brand new tires! I got the BF Goodrich LT All Terrain Tires 265/75/16.
A $1,000 morning. But 3 hours later it feels like a different truck. Solid, tight, and the guys at Big O said the modifications are perfect. The guys thought I was a guy getting all of this stuff. But the guy that originally sold me the Python American Racing Development wheels said " No, it's that lady that sold her BMW for a Tundra- she wants the truck to drive like the BMW."
Pretty funny and a good way to kill 3 hours. I went next door to some truck outfitter and ordered the bed-rug. Comes in Wednesday.
Now what? All dressed up and nowhere to go!
Thanks for the advice, the links, and the posts. Who's up next?
In reality, you're my dream girl!! Well, for me you'll have to remain a dream, because I love my wife immensely, even though she doesn't share my passion for trucks -- or auto and motorcycle maintenance performed in the garage! You should have seen her face when she came home once to find the driveway littered with truck exhaust parts!
So, be encouraged, Bug. There's no shortage of men who wouldn't fall for a girl like you! I simply love the fact that you battled the break-up blues with truck parts rather that a new wardrobe or weekend at the spa!!
Seriously, this has been the worst of times. I was delighted that my shocks came in the mail and had no trouble sitting for 3 hours while the whole thing was installed. I was thoroughly depressed drinking their crummy coffee and watching some dumb college football game on a 12 inch screen.
I don't know Jack about mechanical, electrical, plumbing, etc- But I know what I like! But now the truck is dirty from the rain and the glow is wearing off.
My ex-husband thinks I look ridiculous driving the truck to work. Wait till he sees the more aggressive tires!
I don't have money to blow. Besides, I could never learn to parallel park while pulling a trailer with a boat on it- Ratboy- (such a nice name).
This is kind of addicting, but since there are limited modifications that can be made, I think I'm finished. I just need the thing detailed now.
The boyfriend is not coming back. It's over. Now I need a guy that will appreciate my eccentricity (although I still might use your idea of a day at the spa). Anybody know how long a heartbreak lasts? Kind of like a hangover, NO IMMEDIATE CURE. And now I'm an internet groupie- next I'll be calling Miss Cleo to get my fortune read on TV. Strange. Happy New Year Everybody. I hope my son isn't doing something stupid with his friends tonight.
Marie
Tom
Hell, the 2003's will be out by then and I'll want a different color! Shouldn't we be at some party kissing strangers and blowing those horns about now?
Time heals all wounds...
...think about it...
Bug: eccentricity was for the rich, us poor folks are described as insane. Want a boy toy?
-Eric
Bug-why the break up if you don't mind me asking? The holidays is a terrible time to go through that. Been there done that, don't ever want to do it again.
The Tundra is a great truck (I just had to throw that in there to stay on topic and avoid the usual chastising for not staying on topic).
Question: what is the latest news on future offerings from Toyota. I have heard the larger truck/motor and the possible 3/4 and 1 tons. Anything lately?
-Eric
It should just get better and better.
Yes, Insane is a better word. An honest word. He wants to be friends. It will kill me. Gotta be strong.
By the way, have any of you driven a Tundra?
Still happy with the new shocks, tires, and sway-bar?
I would also love a guy that would check the tires and the oil for me. A detail fanatic would be terrific.
We would drive off in the sunset in our TUNDRA and go to our favorite KOA campsite.
I wonder if there is a site for those grownups pondering an "Airstream". That's probably my next step.
Ryan, my friend. Why do they call those big tires TAKO? I can't figure out the acronym.
My truck looks like the inside of my purse!
Do you know, when I go to the hand carwash, make a big deal about my truck and the paint, leave it with them for an hour, I still come back and find the tailpipes dirty. Don't they realize that a customer that would modify a tailpipe in stainless or chrome wants them to be as clean as the rest of the truck?
Do any of you use those fancy sponges to clean the windows between the back of the cab and the Snugtop cap?
I won't last much longer on this thread. I don't know how to talk about LSD's or ABS. Don't know if I have either one.
Traction assistance?
KO is just a designation of some sort. Doesnt mean a whole lot. The mud terrains have a designation of KM
H&K
-Eric
You guys are so funny. I've been listening to Ryan and Obyone and Hillhound for months.
In the meantime, I am learning about trucks and human nature. The Motor Trend thread is a kick. That avalanche looks like a big lunchbox. Isn't an avalanche some sort of calamity? Not an inspiring name. How bout TrainWreck?
-Eric
But Oby...well...be careful. He's rich, educated, good looking, lives on an island in the Pacific. A definite heart breaker, that one.
not what my gf says.
And yes, I have driven the Tundra. I drive one every day.
BTW-I think these Chevy guys are just after you for your truck. Hehehe.
Puhlease....give us a break....
We are not that shallow...course if you're talking M5....
Didn't mean to put you down, Ryan. Just horsing around. It's easy with strangers.
My truck is really driving well. I kind of hydroplaned on the freeway. The big tires felt much better in the correction.
Eric, drive the Tundra. You will be surprised at the difference in feel. I was so close to getting the F150. To me, the Tundra felt more well mannered and solid.
I have to say, though. I have seen some gorgeous Chevys and some rough looking Rams. I just was worried about the reliability. The Ram gets really poor marks. And the Chevy was really expensive.
At our local Chevy dealer, they have a lot of trucks that are already lowered, or highly suspended. Teak wood strips in the bed, fancy wheels, and extremely high priced. Some are bright yellow! I think buying a truck that's already modified musn't be as much fun.
Get the V-8 Tundra and see how quickly you will grow into it.
Outside, I did the same to the Tundra, and no such noise, just a satisfying clunk. I'm big on that "solid" feel! I had just driven an F-150 and liked Tundra so much better!
Looks like Eric and young Master Ryan are Tundra drivers 1 and 2 - whose number three? Let's get this game show going and see who gets to say, "My Tundra or yours, Marie?!"