4x4 shop in Massachusetts for lift swap ?

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So I need to do a total swap of my lift kit on a 2013 4Runner, going form an old Toytec Ultimate 3-inch to a Dobinson setup.

Can anyone recommend a qualified shop in Mass to do the job? Eastern Mass preferably but may consider all.

Thanks.
 
So I need to do a total swap of my lift kit on a 2013 4Runner, going form an old Toytec Ultimate 3-inch to a Dobinson setup.

Can anyone recommend a qualified shop in Mass to do the job? Eastern Mass preferably but may consider all.

Thanks.
There is a Massachusetts TLCA club section on MUD where you can ask around and look at existing threads on the topic:

 
Try Mainline Overland in Bow, NH. They seem to have a great rep.

 
Roko took too long to reply. Also, they only install one or two lines of kit, not the Dobinson I selected.

I selected Built For the East in Granby, MA:
Built For the East

They seem to know their stuff and are a Dobinson dealer. I should be getting the truck back this week.
 
Good to know other options locally. Yeah I was looking at a light Dobinsons lift/upgrade and Roko quoted me for a OME 3" lift with all the corretcions and 285's. Way more in suspension and price than I need/want.
 
Roko took too long to reply. Also, they only install one or two lines of kit, not the Dobinson I selected.

I selected Built For the East in Granby, MA:
Built For the East

They seem to know their stuff and are a Dobinson dealer. I should be getting the truck back this week.
How did this work out for you? I’m local too and need a ship to do a suspension and tire refresh - nobody near me will touch it.
 
How did this work out for you? I’m local too and need a ship to do a suspension and tire refresh - nobody near me will touch it.
The good:

1. They're a Dobinson dealer, so they ordered those parts at the same price as other dealers.
2. They also installed aftermarket LCA's.


The bad:
1. They didn't open the KDSS accumulator valves. They said they often don't do that for KDSS, without issues. Well, the added pressure caused a leak in the accumulator. Taking off the cover, the accumulator had severe corrosion to the point where the flare connection was visible. So, it's a good thing that it happened then, as it allowed me to address it.

2. The grease nipples for the LCA's were installed so that they're unreachable. They didn't fix that.

3. I have tire rub on the driver side, same wheels/tires as I had. They didn't fix that.

4. I doubt they test drove the vehicle when done, as they would have noticed #1 and #3.

5. The AC was working fine before the work, it then did not blow cold air on the way home. Coincidence? Who knows.

6. Built For the East may be good for Jeeps (as they work mostly on them) but I wouldn't try them for anything else. They're also too far from Boston to make them convenient for any ancillary issues. Sure, I could use up my AAA but why should I? They pretty much ghosted me when I inquired about #1 and #3.


The other:
1. For the KDSS, I had to replace the accumulator, front lines and front cylinder. I contacted ROKO and was told Wellesley Toyota does their suspension work. Fortunately, the tech there (Phil) has knowledge in KDSS and did a good job. Very informative and willingly used my provided parts.

2. ROKO/Wellesley Toyota don't use Dobinson. But, I would think Phil knows how to install them, assuming one picks the right parts.


So, for your work, if you pick a setup that others use and you know will work, Wellesley Toyoto is worth a try. If you have KDSS issues, definitely worth a try. In fact, I found no other dealer to tackle that!
 
Thanks! I actually have an 80 with a fairly pedestrian suspension setup compared to y’all but good to know. I’ve heard good things about Wellesley Toyota.
 
Wellesley Toyota: I've been in Boston all my life, would pass them many times on Rt, 9 and never thought of visiting - because they're a dealer.

When I did go for the evaluation, their waiting room was packed with customers. Every time I've gone there, they're packed. So, they must be doing something right.

For my last survey for them, I did note one "glaring" issue: they don't offer a complimentary car wash with any service! Maybe they'll listen to me! :)
 

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