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Old Feb 15, 2008 | 12:16 PM
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I am wanting to put some lowering springs on my tC and I wanted to know if you could recommend anyone in the Houston area that would do it and how much do they charge?

Any help would be appreciated.
Old Feb 15, 2008 | 01:30 PM
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Where's Ed (tCTaco)? I know he's around here some place. He's lowered more tCs in the area than anyone else. He's the guy you're looking for.
If you don't find anyone else, I can help you out.
Old Feb 15, 2008 | 04:48 PM
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Thanks jeff! My neighbors think i am running some sort of Scion Chop Shop!
Old Feb 15, 2008 | 05:09 PM
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Thanks for the PM Ed.

I have written you back.
Old Feb 15, 2008 | 05:28 PM
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You have Email.
Old Feb 15, 2008 | 08:19 PM
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yo take it from someone who had had his work... he know's what he's doin. did a damn good job droppin my egg.
Old Feb 15, 2008 | 08:21 PM
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Thanks man...You still need your gauges installed.....Sorry i havent gotten back to you...been busy plannin a wedding...well not really planning just being told what to do
Old Feb 15, 2008 | 08:42 PM
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Holy crappers...I was bored and decided to add up how many Scions I have lowered...and came up with 15 and thats just suspension work. Thats not including all the other mods i have done on other peoples Scions.
Old Feb 16, 2008 | 06:45 AM
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I think we should add mine to the list soon :D

YGPM tCTaco
Old Feb 16, 2008 | 01:47 PM
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Originally Posted by tCTaco
Thanks man...You still need your gauges installed.....Sorry i havent gotten back to you...been busy plannin a wedding...well not really planning just being told what to do

it's cool. whenever you have the time just let me know. i have all the stuff ready for you.
Old Feb 25, 2008 | 07:52 PM
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Dropped the xB this weekend
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Old Feb 25, 2008 | 08:10 PM
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I really dig it! It looks GREAT with that body kit!
Old Feb 25, 2008 | 09:05 PM
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Nice write up.

I haven't forgotten about you. I am trying to get approval from the GF to install. I am in the "doghouse" right now... lol

I will hit you up when I am ready.
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Originally Posted by Scionlover
Nice write up.

I haven't forgotten about you. I am trying to get approval from the GF to install. I am in the "doghouse" right now... lol

I will hit you up when I am ready.

the only way i got my springs is cause I told my fiance she could go to Vegas with her sisters....They turn 21 and she really wanted to go.......I said sure...thinking to myself...now what can i get out of this now Im lowered and every body is happy!
Old Apr 23, 2008 | 08:49 PM
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Just thought I would let you guys know..that the Taco Shop is now mobile and can come to you for an extra fee
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hey taco, how much to drop my tC?
Old Apr 23, 2008 | 11:10 PM
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I'll hit you up this summer when I get some extra cash to buy some hotchkis springs.
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I just came across these springs:

http://www.jscspeed.com/tc/suspensio...springs_tc.htm

what do you think of them Taco? Are they worth it?
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Originally Posted by Xaved
hey taco, how much to drop my tC?
You have PM
Old Apr 24, 2008 | 02:47 PM
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Originally Posted by SATownScion
I just came across these springs:

http://www.jscspeed.com/tc/suspensio...springs_tc.htm

what do you think of them Taco? Are they worth it?
I love the look of the Stechs, and had them on my tC. But after about 40,000 miles of driving, you will be replacing the stock struts. To me they are worth it...well not at that price. You can get them cheaper, but if you order from JSC, ask for Justin and tell him tCTaco sent ya.

It all matters on what you want out of your car. If you are going for looks with a lil bit of perfromance, then the S-techs are the way to go. Htechs will offer you a decent drop with a factory type of ride comfort. I ran Hotchkis on my tC after the S-techs and loved them. Combined with the Hotchkis sways and TRD struts improved the handling and made the tC even more fun to drive.

Let me know what you are looking for and I will help in any way I can.

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