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Forum: Tires & Wheels
05-18-2011, 07:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 22,302
Posted By sulaco

Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but I've had...

Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but I've had very bad luck with Kumho tires. In the 3 sets I've been familiar with, the last two both had one tire so bad out of round, it had to be replaced as...
Forum: Customer Feedback For Vendors
03-17-2009, 08:37 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 10,628
Posted By sulaco

A couple of stories; I used to work for a...

A couple of stories;

I used to work for a small, quick oil change franchise (no names but you've heard of it) and it was common practice to take premium brand oil containers and re-fill them using...
Forum: 95.5-2004 Tacomas & 96-2002 4Runners
11-13-2008, 09:20 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 985
Posted By sulaco

'02 Taco, Time to Replace Shocks, Lift It??

I have an '02 Taco TRD (extra cab) that's bone stock with a set of almost new stock size tires on it (Kumho RoadVenture AT's). I need to replace the shocks and I noticed the rear leafs are sagging...
Forum: Tires & Wheels
12-20-2007, 10:54 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,184
Posted By sulaco

I am pretty sure mine are setup for studs. Maybe...

I am pretty sure mine are setup for studs. Maybe I am wrong but they appear to be and I thought I read that somewhere.

I had them off-road the other night and I am impressed so far. They dig like...
Forum: Tires & Wheels
12-14-2007, 10:42 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,184
Posted By sulaco

Mine look like the first link. I know Kumho...

Mine look like the first link.

I know Kumho makes what they call a KL41 which from what I hear is the same as the KL78 (what I got) but I never saw anything definite on that. I wonder if that...
Forum: Tires & Wheels
12-14-2007, 08:12 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,184
Posted By sulaco

I'll try to but it is dark by the time I get home...

I'll try to but it is dark by the time I get home nowadays and I am going out of town this weekend. I'll see what I can do though.
Forum: Tires & Wheels
12-14-2007, 05:22 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,184
Posted By sulaco

Yeah, that Aussie review is exhaustive. I am glad...

Yeah, that Aussie review is exhaustive. I am glad they did it.

I got them installed yesterday afternoon. So far, so good. I haven't been off-road yet but putzing around town and down the...
Forum: Tires & Wheels
12-13-2007, 08:36 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,184
Posted By sulaco

I probably would have gone with the Terra...

I probably would have gone with the Terra Grappler's but they don't come in passenger car sizes, just light truck and I don't need something that heavy duty. I also don't want to run 50psi in them...
Forum: Tires & Wheels
12-13-2007, 08:18 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,184
Posted By sulaco

will do.

will do.
Forum: Tires & Wheels
12-13-2007, 07:25 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,184
Posted By sulaco

Decided on Kumho AT, Info

I've been researching tires to go on my Taco TRD for a while now and finally decided on the Kumho Road Venture AT KL78. I haven't heard anything bad about these tires and the price can't be beat...
Forum: 95.5-2004 Tacomas & 96-2002 4Runners
08-13-2007, 11:26 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,042
Posted By sulaco

Well it must not be a problem with my host....

Well it must not be a problem with my host. Apparently I can't post pictures so here's a link.

Sorry! I hate links too!

http://www.smugmug.com/gallery/3302829#183550210-L-LB
Forum: 95.5-2004 Tacomas & 96-2002 4Runners
08-13-2007, 11:15 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,042
Posted By sulaco

I paid $16,400.00 for it. It booked at just over...

I paid $16,400.00 for it. It booked at just over $17,000.00 and he was asking $16,900.00. I would have given him more considering how good a shape it's in.

I don't know what's wrong with my host....
Forum: 95.5-2004 Tacomas & 96-2002 4Runners
08-13-2007, 09:38 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,042
Posted By sulaco

I don't know if y'all saw my other posts, but I...

I don't know if y'all saw my other posts, but I picked up a 2002 Tacoma not long after I posted this.

The original owner sold it to me. He is very particular with his vehicles. I doubt this thing...
Forum: 95.5-2004 Tacomas & 96-2002 4Runners
08-03-2007, 05:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,224
Posted By sulaco

I just finished cleaning the MAF sensor and the...

I just finished cleaning the MAF sensor and the throttle body. I also changed the air filter and checked the PCV valve. In the morning I am going to change the oil and check some of the fluids (under...
Forum: 95.5-2004 Tacomas & 96-2002 4Runners
08-02-2007, 08:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,224
Posted By sulaco

Is an FSM a service manual? I've got some...

Is an FSM a service manual?

I've got some pics, I'll have to get them online.

Thanks!
Forum: 95.5-2004 Tacomas & 96-2002 4Runners
08-02-2007, 07:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,224
Posted By sulaco

New Truck, Questions!

I just bought an '02 Taco and have a few questions I was hoping you guys could answer. And before anyone attacks me with the search engine, I've searched and found answers to some of the things I...
Forum: 95.5-2004 Tacomas & 96-2002 4Runners
07-19-2007, 09:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,721
Posted By sulaco

The guy I bought it from must've originally been...

The guy I bought it from must've originally been a Canuck too! :jk:
Forum: 95.5-2004 Tacomas & 96-2002 4Runners
07-19-2007, 06:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,721
Posted By sulaco

Thanks again for the info. I read something...

Thanks again for the info.

I read something about using stock wires. I think I'll do that.

I hadn't heard of changing out the brake fluid though. This thing has great brakes. I haven't looked...
Forum: 95.5-2004 Tacomas & 96-2002 4Runners
07-18-2007, 04:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,721
Posted By sulaco

Thanks for the info. I know he's had the...

Thanks for the info.

I know he's had the tranny flushed at 30k and again at 60k but nothing else except oil. I know I can do the diffs, the coolant and the tranny myself and it sounds like the...
Forum: 95.5-2004 Tacomas & 96-2002 4Runners
07-18-2007, 12:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,721
Posted By sulaco

New '02 Owner, Questions!

Hey y'all, I just picked up an '02 Taco and have a few questions. First of all, the details;

2002 Toyota Tacoma SR5 Limited TRD 4WD
3.4L V-6
Automatic Transmission
4.10 Ratio
89k miles
Silver...
Forum: General Vehicle Related Topics (Non Year Related)
07-05-2007, 07:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,110
Posted By sulaco

TRD Question

I am looking at a 97 Taco which DOES NOT come with the TRD package. I was wondering what the differences between the two are.

I know the TRD package adds an e-locker in the rear, better off-road...
Forum: 95.5-2004 Tacomas & 96-2002 4Runners
06-12-2007, 09:44 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,042
Posted By sulaco

I know I can get a newer one within that price...

I know I can get a newer one within that price range too. And I don't plan to spend that much on an older one. That's just what I have to work with. If it's a better idea to get a newer one for more...
Forum: 95.5-2004 Tacomas & 96-2002 4Runners
06-12-2007, 08:25 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,042
Posted By sulaco

$12,000 To Spend, What Year??

My wife and I are in the market (or we will be in the next month or two) for a used Toyota truck. We looked at a '92 a local dealer wanted too much for, and I really like that body style truck as...
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