King Young

Obviously the best way is to remove it, but if you don't know how to like me, degrease it and sand it like a nut. LOL! B) So far so good! But when I change my pads or upgrade my brakes, I'll definitely be taking them off to respray them.

I bought a can from Super Cheap Auto, about $15. One can, 4 layers on each caliper, plenty left.

Echo Sportivo?

I'm assuming that's the same case with EBay? Most sellers requests Paypal and I guess anyone with a stolen account could just purchase anything. Doesn't explain why sellers would recommend this method then.

@BKS - I've already sprayed my calipers the first way. But I wanted to remove the brakes completely, how do I disconnect the fluids? Doesn't it leak out?

Great pocket rocket... Don't like the shape, but as long as you are happy with it! B)

Seems like 16+. But I could be wrong. :P

LOL! I found an Audi A4 Cabriolet 2008 model for $12000 before I bought the Sportivo... The woman said she's overseas and can't let me inspect the car. :P

Only difference is that mine rattles while moving. Throw it on N and rev it abit, it rattles away... Can this cause any damage? <_<

LOL! Against the GTis are we!? Welcome!

Don't know much about Tempe Tyres, but from what I've researhed, alot of people hae had problems with them. Sh*t service, wrong products shipped out, etc etc... But you might get lucky! My 2 cents anyway...

Eh!?!?

insurance is less then my 05 stivo back then 1300 full comp under my name 23 just cars tell him to go ep3 for sure lols its win!!! I think he's tossing up between 180SX or Evo 8 at the moment. Turbo FTMFW!?!?

Hey mate, if you want to, and if funds permit, get an Injen CAI, designed a lot more professionally then the TRD CAI, and will give you more gains... The Dyno that was compared to on the Melbourne Crew a little while back had: -De-snorkeled airbox -TRD CAI -CES CAI -Injen CAI though im not sure if its conclusive research lol :P As for your second question, YES, the Apexi will be louder, but keep in mind that since it will basically be a pod filter where your airbox was, it will still be sucking in hot air - even if you have a air feed up to it... Now i don't want to start any arguments, but from everything i have researched, don't get an SRI unless you have a 1zz... CAI + LIFT = 1 Happy Young XD as for me... i am going with a CES CAI that i have had specially made up just for me B) keep in mind though, i have a s/c'ed 1zz ;) Good luck mate :D Evo Thanks for the Reply! I must say currently, I am leaning towards SRI because of 2 reasons... 1. Puddles! Sydney has been raining heavily lately and I was picking up my missus from the club when I went passed a MASSIVE puddle. I realised that I probably won't see sh*t all at night in heavy rain which obviously won't be good news for a CAI. 2. The gains in power in the lower RPM ranges really appeal to me. I'll DEFINITELY use alot more lower revs than higher revs. I don't think Stivo is very quick on the launch so the extra hand will be helpful. I don't want it to appear as though I've already made up my decision between the two. I'm simply putting together the pros and cons so that I can pick the right one for me. Here's another brain rattler, is it possible (or better) to make a box for the SRI? Seal it in and stick a tube out the other end for the cold air feed? Kinda works like an inverse CAI. Just a thought anyway... Cheers, Young

How's the insurance? LOL Mate killed off a DC5S and now back to luxury DC5 and I think he's hesitating to go for EP3.

There's an APEXi Power Intake on nengun.com So I'm right to assume both of these products have similar power increase just at different RPM ranges? I'm planning to have an air duct to the APEXi SRI, would that somehow be affect by the rain at all? While I'm at it, anyone with any information behind K&N SRI? Cheers, Young

Oh my god! Sweet ride. :P Not a fan of the shape, but definitely a fan of the engine. ;)

Hey fellas Before people starts ranting, I've looked at other CAI vs. SRI topics, but I just need to get a few direct answers. 1. Between APEXi SRI and TRD CAI, which one adds more power for Corolla Sportivos'? Any dynos to prove it? 2. (Not that important) Which one of those is louder? I've spoke to Dave, who has had both intakes, and he said the APEXi is louder. I've heard that SRI gives more bottom end power as opposed to CAI giving a better high end power. So I'm assuming the "lift" will be even better with a CAI and the launch will be better with a SRI? Any one with knowledge behind these intakes please come forward and give me your opinion on them. Cheers, Young

Mate, saw your car @ TOYMODS Fest, and it looks SCHIMCK! B) LOVING those rims! Keep up the good work.

Thanks mate. I wanted to disassemble the entire piece, but don't know how to disconnect the brake fluids. So I chickened out and pretty much did everything I can to block out the overspray. Very happy with the way it went. When I get my brakes upgraded, Hopefully I can do a complete job. (Honestly, painting those took me 12hrs including waiting time) <_<

Definitely something new.. haha Welcome! I actually thought of doing mine red, but I had no game. B)

Thanks! Rear was already fitted with King Lows, front had chopped stockies. Only had to replace the front with King Lows. I'll get some nice photos up when the weather clears up abit in Sydney, and it definitely needs a good wash.. haha

Hey boys and girls! It's been a while, I've painted my calipers and recently added King Springs Low to the front. (Courtesy of SB) Anyway, I'll let the photos do the talking. Enjoy, hopefully, more mods will come soon! Thanks, Young

Mate, good luck with the project. :D Welcome!

Walked outta my house just as a silver Sportivo hits lift right next to my parked Sportivo... <_< -_-