2002 7.3L F350 4x4 CC SB Lifted, Lockers, 139k new trans, injectors

[mbryson]

I'm not looking to be more than $16,500 into a vehicle right now. So basically, I'm looking to get into a Tacoma in that price range, so....a pretty big haircut.

Maybe you could right off the loss as a donation to a charitable cause?

I don't have enough hair to make that work

 

[sixstringsteve]

I saw this rig in person today. It's even cooler in person.

 

[johngottfredson]

I am interested in trading this truck for a toyota tacoma.

 

[johngottfredson]

updated pics - I took the truck down to six states and had Kevin remove some of the leaves from the spring pack, as well as swap out the rear blocks for F250 blocks (2" vs 4"). I still have the original blocks. My goal was to lower the overall vehicle height, as well as soften the ride. It rides like a different truck - way more smooth, works great on rough roads. It also got rid of a small driveline shudder caused by the higher lift. Loading bikes in the back is way easier. Kevin put new U bolts on, btw.

I like the shorter look much better.

 

[johngottfredson]

One more thing - I traded a landscape master plan with Shad from Dent Patrol in American Fork, who pulled out a bunch of tiny little dents that tend to accumulate over the years. The only blemishes he couldn't fix are the 3" dent in the tailgate, and the trail rash in the fender behind the front passenger tire. Overall, a noticeable difference.

 

[Greg]

I really wish I had room in my life/budget for this truck, I really like it.

 

[1adam12]

Do you know what springs it has how much height did you loose pulling a leaf?

 

[johngottfredson]

It was supposedly a 4" skyjacker lift. I think I dropped about 1.5" in the front, 3" in the back, when you figure the two inches with the smaller block. Unfortunately, I didn't take measurements before, so I'm guessing based on how much easier it is to get in and out, or grab stuff out of the bed. You can look at the earlier pics I posted in the thread, and compare to the ones I put up today to get an idea.

 

[sixstringsteve]

I think it looks tons better with the lift removed.

 

[johngottfredson]

I think it looks tons better with the lift removed.

Agreed. When I bought it the PO was rolling 37" mud terrains, and proportionally the lift looked pretty darn good. But day one I downsized the tires, and ever since the wheel wells have been showing way too much daylight. Plus, for unloaded driving it was miserably rough. And, the tallness get REAL old for just everyday grabbing stuff out of the bed. This has been hands down the best mod I've done on this truck.

 

[1adam12]

Im looking to lower mine as well, did you have to change the pitman arm or track bar? Seeing yours makes me excited.

 

[johngottfredson]

Im looking to lower mine as well, did you have to change the pitman arm or track bar? Seeing yours makes me excited.

I didn't, but my lift was a spring-only lift, I believe.

 

[1adam12]

Ok thanks. How many leaves are in your front springs now?

 

[johngottfredson]

Ok thanks. How many leaves are in your front springs now?

5. I'll post up a pic when I get to my computer

 

[johngottfredson]

TTT

I just installed Rancho 9000 series adjustable shocks all around - big improvement on the ride.

 

[johngottfredson]

Also, I purchased and installed a Ram Mount laptop mount that bolts to the passenger seat brackets. I guess that could go with the vehicle. Also, LED interior light upgrade

 

[Coco]

PM Sent

 

[huntinkid]

What year of Tacoma are you interested in trading for?

 

[johngottfredson]

Prefer 01-04', but I'm easy

 

[johngottfredson]

Turns out, my 87 yr old grandfather decided he would sell me his '02 tundra limited he purchased new and is in mint condition, 50k miles...