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Reputable 4x4 Installation Shop in the Carolinas.

Discussion in 'Deals & Group Buys' started by Zero One Actual, Apr 22, 2019.

  1. Apr 22, 2019 at 9:56 AM
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    Zero One Actual

    Zero One Actual [OP] Member among Members

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    I have a 2019 Tundra Crewmax (finally)
    I have Bilstein 6112's and 5160's
    I have Coachbuilder shackles, shims and additional equipment to go with it
    I have wheels and tires (SCS Ray 10's, Cooper AT3 XLT 295/70R18)
    I have TRD exhaust (thanks 40 percent off sale) and rear sway bar

    Locally, I only have a 4WD parts store and there is no way I am going there to get everything installed. I have the Toyota dealership nearby also but I feel like they will use a lot of lube on me and still probably do something wrong during instal and charge more than necessary while doing it. No, I can not do it myself or I would not be posting this. Yes, you can come to my driveway, or I can come to yours but only if you have done all this to your Tundra. Not your "Well I did my 1989 Suburban a few years ago..."

    Boss 4x4 is an eight hour drive from me and probably worth it. I was just curious if anyone knew of another legit shop in the Carolina's or around Atlanta that know what they are doing? If not, then I'm driving 8 hours and making it a staycation.

    Thank you.
     
  2. Apr 22, 2019 at 10:13 AM
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    Tundyfundy

    Tundyfundy Petunia The Tundra, and her sidekick Colbie

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    SUSPENSION: Bilstein 6112 coilover (1.9") w/ Powder Coated Springs and Spring Perch (TRD Red), JBA Upper Control Arms, Bilstein 5160's w/Billet Aluminium Reservoir Brackets, +2 Coachbuilder Shackles, Diff Drop Kit, Carrier Bearing Drop Kit, Brakeline Extensions, ABS Extension, Poly Bushings for Leafs, Coachbuilder Shims (2 Each Side), Coachbuilder Bumpstop Extensions, TRD Rear Sway Bar, TRD Front Sway Bar, Air Lift 5000 airbags w jounce bumpers, Daystar Airbag Cradles WHEELS AND TIRES: BF Goodrich KO2's 275/70/r18, BORA wheel spacers 1.25", TRD Wheel Caps,TRD Valve Stem Caps, Spare Tire Lock PERFORMANCE: Bullydog GT Tuner(Performance Tune), TRD Intake, TRD Dual Exhaust (with Modified Exhaust Hangers for Levelling Tail Pipe),TRD Brake Pads, TRD Oil Cap (US), TRD Radiator Cap, TRD Oil Filter, Optima Yellow Top Battery,GP Battery Distribution Blocks, StopTech Slotted Cryo Treated Rotors, Goodridge G-Stop Steel Braided Brake Line Kit PROTECTION: PNP Engineering Type 4 Rock Sliders (With Full Dimple Plate) ,ADD Stealth Fighter Rear Bumper w Red/Blk Shackles and Custom Stomp Pad, TRD Skid Plate with ReadyLift Spacer Kit, Victory 4x4 LCA Skid Plates, JOMAX ABS Sensor Armor, Rear Diff Breather Mod, ARK splash guards INTERIOR: Husky Liners X-Act (Front and Full Coverage Rear and Front Weather Beater Trans Hump), Interior LED Bulbs, WheelSkins Genuine Leather Steering Wheel Cover(EuroPerf), Clazzio Genuine Leather Seat Covers(BLK/DRK GRYwith custom stitching and embroidered headrests), Clazzio Seat Heaters (Front and Rear), Entune Startup Screen MOD, Entune Off Screen Mod, Tinted Windows with Windshield Visor, AJT Key Fobs,Eagle Claws Floor Mat Clips, Bodyglove Visor Organizer,Custom Door Cup Inserts, Glass Break Sensor,AJT Radio Knobs, Custom Dior Cup Inserts EXTERIOR: Full Debadge, LED Brake Light Bulbs, LED Rear Turns, LED Reverse, LED Plate Lights, LED Cargo Lights, LED Third Brake Lights, LED Front Marker Lights, LED Fog Light Bulbs, Lamin-X Fog Light Covers (Amber),2018 OEM LED Headlights, iHacker harness, VLED Universal Puddle Lights, VLED Interior Footwell Lighting (Front and Rear),VLED Extreme Amber Fornt Turns, NSV Knight Rider Light bar, Baja Designs Sport Squadron Pods in Rear Bumper (Driving/wide), Painted Red Tow-hooks, Bed Rail System, Blind Spot Mirrors, Hitch-safe, Tail-gate lock, EAG Raptor Grille, Custom Grille Badge,Full Vinyl Wrap (Matte Black/Matte Pine Green Mettalic), Charvonia Designs Tie Bed Tie-Downs, Bull Ring Bed Rail Anchors, Line-X, Tundra Bed Mat, Bakflip F1 Bed Cover SOUND: Noico 80Mil Sound Deadening and Noico 170 Mil Thermal Insulation (All 4 Doors, Roof, Floors, Rear Panel, Dash). Hertz Uno K170's Component Speakers (Front Doors with Upgraded Sail Panels), Hertz Uno K170 Coaxial Speakers (Rear Doors), JBL C1-075ct Tweeters (Total 4) in Side Dash and Center Speaker, JBL Stadium 5 Amp w/Remote Bass Adjustment Knob and Amp Rack, 12" Infinity Reference Subwoofer in Custom Enclosure w/ “TUNDRA” Logo, Fast Rings Foam Speaker Rings System(4 Doors), Fix 86 DSP
    can’t help on a place to go. Sorry, I just installed the exact same suspension setup on mine. My thoughts are definitely have somebody else do the lift install. It was a nightmare. Everything is so tight in there. Check your joints after the install and see if they let any grease out, check your brake and abs lines after to see if they were damaged.

    The brake extension kit was not straight forward, I had to switch around all the brake line brackets and even modify one. and if you put two shims you need the bumpstop extensions.

    As far as the sway bar it took me about 20 minutes to install and it was amazingly easy. I don’t think I even took the tires off.

    The exhaust was equally easy.

    Enjoy man! The setup is amazing. It’s still a firm ride but the dampening is better at low speeeds and phenomenal at higher speeds.

    Also if you are installing rear sway bar do yourself a favor and add the front. It tightens up the sway from the larger tires and just makes the truck so responsive.

    Here’s some pics

    6112 set at 1.9. Two coach builder shims each side, +2 shackles and 5160’s.

    Also JBA a arms.

    Good luck Enjoy!

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  3. Apr 22, 2019 at 10:29 AM
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    Zero One Actual

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    Thanks so much for the info. I heard some tough guy once say “a man has to know his limitations.”
     
  4. Apr 22, 2019 at 10:32 AM
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    Tundyfundy

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    SUSPENSION: Bilstein 6112 coilover (1.9") w/ Powder Coated Springs and Spring Perch (TRD Red), JBA Upper Control Arms, Bilstein 5160's w/Billet Aluminium Reservoir Brackets, +2 Coachbuilder Shackles, Diff Drop Kit, Carrier Bearing Drop Kit, Brakeline Extensions, ABS Extension, Poly Bushings for Leafs, Coachbuilder Shims (2 Each Side), Coachbuilder Bumpstop Extensions, TRD Rear Sway Bar, TRD Front Sway Bar, Air Lift 5000 airbags w jounce bumpers, Daystar Airbag Cradles WHEELS AND TIRES: BF Goodrich KO2's 275/70/r18, BORA wheel spacers 1.25", TRD Wheel Caps,TRD Valve Stem Caps, Spare Tire Lock PERFORMANCE: Bullydog GT Tuner(Performance Tune), TRD Intake, TRD Dual Exhaust (with Modified Exhaust Hangers for Levelling Tail Pipe),TRD Brake Pads, TRD Oil Cap (US), TRD Radiator Cap, TRD Oil Filter, Optima Yellow Top Battery,GP Battery Distribution Blocks, StopTech Slotted Cryo Treated Rotors, Goodridge G-Stop Steel Braided Brake Line Kit PROTECTION: PNP Engineering Type 4 Rock Sliders (With Full Dimple Plate) ,ADD Stealth Fighter Rear Bumper w Red/Blk Shackles and Custom Stomp Pad, TRD Skid Plate with ReadyLift Spacer Kit, Victory 4x4 LCA Skid Plates, JOMAX ABS Sensor Armor, Rear Diff Breather Mod, ARK splash guards INTERIOR: Husky Liners X-Act (Front and Full Coverage Rear and Front Weather Beater Trans Hump), Interior LED Bulbs, WheelSkins Genuine Leather Steering Wheel Cover(EuroPerf), Clazzio Genuine Leather Seat Covers(BLK/DRK GRYwith custom stitching and embroidered headrests), Clazzio Seat Heaters (Front and Rear), Entune Startup Screen MOD, Entune Off Screen Mod, Tinted Windows with Windshield Visor, AJT Key Fobs,Eagle Claws Floor Mat Clips, Bodyglove Visor Organizer,Custom Door Cup Inserts, Glass Break Sensor,AJT Radio Knobs, Custom Dior Cup Inserts EXTERIOR: Full Debadge, LED Brake Light Bulbs, LED Rear Turns, LED Reverse, LED Plate Lights, LED Cargo Lights, LED Third Brake Lights, LED Front Marker Lights, LED Fog Light Bulbs, Lamin-X Fog Light Covers (Amber),2018 OEM LED Headlights, iHacker harness, VLED Universal Puddle Lights, VLED Interior Footwell Lighting (Front and Rear),VLED Extreme Amber Fornt Turns, NSV Knight Rider Light bar, Baja Designs Sport Squadron Pods in Rear Bumper (Driving/wide), Painted Red Tow-hooks, Bed Rail System, Blind Spot Mirrors, Hitch-safe, Tail-gate lock, EAG Raptor Grille, Custom Grille Badge,Full Vinyl Wrap (Matte Black/Matte Pine Green Mettalic), Charvonia Designs Tie Bed Tie-Downs, Bull Ring Bed Rail Anchors, Line-X, Tundra Bed Mat, Bakflip F1 Bed Cover SOUND: Noico 80Mil Sound Deadening and Noico 170 Mil Thermal Insulation (All 4 Doors, Roof, Floors, Rear Panel, Dash). Hertz Uno K170's Component Speakers (Front Doors with Upgraded Sail Panels), Hertz Uno K170 Coaxial Speakers (Rear Doors), JBL C1-075ct Tweeters (Total 4) in Side Dash and Center Speaker, JBL Stadium 5 Amp w/Remote Bass Adjustment Knob and Amp Rack, 12" Infinity Reference Subwoofer in Custom Enclosure w/ “TUNDRA” Logo, Fast Rings Foam Speaker Rings System(4 Doors), Fix 86 DSP
    It’s the truth. I found mine and glad to say things turned out ok in the end. Post some
    Pics of the finished product!
     
  5. Apr 23, 2019 at 6:31 PM
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    heywaitfourme

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    Where are you actually located. If close by, I’d gladly provide a helping hand with the install.
     
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  6. Apr 23, 2019 at 6:39 PM
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    Low Range is a shop here in Wilmington they did some work on my cousins 14 Tundra when he had it.
     
  7. Apr 23, 2019 at 6:44 PM
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    Blueknights75

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    Either Boss 4x4 will be doing mine or the Toyota dealership...have heard horror stories of all the places near me like 4WP and Superlifts near me.
     
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  8. Apr 23, 2019 at 6:56 PM
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    TRD dual exhaust, Rough Country lift kit and too much money spent.
    https://wheelcitytire.com/
    This is who did mine here in Asheville. Not sure where you are located but they did a good job on mine. Granted all they did was a leveling kit.
     
  9. Apr 23, 2019 at 6:56 PM
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    Zero One Actual

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    Exactly. I will drive the seven hours and take a few days off just for peace of mind for months and years down the road.
     
  10. Apr 23, 2019 at 7:15 PM
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    easleycrawler

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    Where are you located?
     
  11. Apr 23, 2019 at 7:16 PM
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    easleycrawler

    easleycrawler TOYOTA ADDICT- SSEM #78

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    I'm in the same boat as the op. How much did they charge you?
     
  12. Apr 23, 2019 at 7:16 PM
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    Zero One Actual

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    Charleston South Caroliiiiiinaaa.
     
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  13. Apr 23, 2019 at 7:18 PM
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    easleycrawler TOYOTA ADDICT- SSEM #78

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    I'm up in Easley, I'm in the same boat as you. I've got a place in Greenville that I'm gonna call tomorrow and see what they charge.
     
  14. Apr 23, 2019 at 7:25 PM
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    TRD dual exhaust, Rough Country lift kit and too much money spent.
    It was around $470 i think. That was the leveling kit, labor and alignment.
     
  15. Apr 23, 2019 at 7:27 PM
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    I'm not sure about this but, Charlotte is a fairly large place and I know there are many shops here that could probably handle this.
    4 Hour drive from Charleston, better than 8.
     
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    What are you looking to install?
     
  17. Apr 23, 2019 at 7:40 PM
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    Bilstein 5100's. I could probably do it, it's just a bag of worms I really don't want to open. Lol
     
  18. Apr 23, 2019 at 7:42 PM
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    Ok. I've already got the Bilstein 5100's. So that would cut down the cost a little. I'm going to check with Carlton Customs in Greenville tomorrow and see what my local dealership will charge.
     
  19. Apr 23, 2019 at 8:11 PM
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    Tere is a shop around Clemson. I'll see if I can find a link for you
     
  20. Apr 23, 2019 at 8:12 PM
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    Nope, will not deal with Clemson 4 wheel center. Thanks anyways for that option.
     
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    Gotcha. I have used eastern 4 wheel drive in Virginia beach. Good guys.
     
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    Travis I am in Seneca and got my lift wheels and tires from Steve’s Tire and Auto in Easley. They install lifts for local dealerships. I was extremely happy with their work and pricing.
     
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    There you go. Around greensboro chuck Edwards owns debbie's auto center he is very good, you might try budbuilt in hudson nc. I can dig numbers up for you if you want.
     
  24. Apr 23, 2019 at 8:31 PM
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    Where exactly is Steve's tire and auto? I probably know, it just ain't registering, sounds familiar.
     
  25. Apr 23, 2019 at 8:34 PM
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    I know exactly where it's at, kinda in behind Toyota of Easley used truck center. I'll give them a call tomorrow. Thanks
     
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    It’s on Peachtree street which is the road right beside the used Toyota truck lot near Lowe’s. When you turn on Peachtree looks like your entering a residential neighborhood. Steve’s will be on your right. The shop has been in business for 25 years or more and looks it, but they do great work and also had the best pricing I could find on my Nitto Ridge Grapplers. Even beat all internet prices and included mount balance and install. The guy you need to talk to is Casey, the owner. Great guy.
     
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    Sweet. Thanks man I really appreciate it.
     
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    Hope everything works out for you. Maybe I'll see you around Easley the next time i go see my daughter at Clemson.
     
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    I rarely leave.
     
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    I had them do my alignment and mount and balance my tires. They did a good job.
     

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