Andrew357

Oh boy. You just can't stop can you?

Nice move though.

I see what you did there.

When visiting The Viking regarding the large amount of maintenance work required on the Camry, he goes "How's the brake upgrade going?" To which he points at some squareish flat boxes which remind me of Genuine rotors and goes "I have some TRD rears here which are good for at least another set of pads if you want them".

You know how it is, he has that look and you know you can't do anything but begin negotiating.

But for the first time I had some hand. He's contemplating keeping his Gen4 and I've tempted him with a Gen6 front and Gen5/6 rear brake upgrade for it

What are the dimensions of the rear brake by the way?

Standard is: 286x10mm, solid

TRD is: 310x18mm, vented

Both single piston calipers but the TRD are alloy. From memory the rears are cast.

Picked up some rear TRD Aurion rotors for her.

The time for a TRD rear brake upgrades has begun

hmm i need more boost or a turbo... Everyone is getting a supercharger...

Oh just to let you guys know. DO NOT expect the power that the guys in the states are quoting.

For a manual

4psi - Expect around 150kw atw

5.5-6psi - Expect around 170kw atw

Also if you have an auto minus 10-20% off that, AND you will need the EBC and you will still end up killing the box eventually.

Apparently.

It's not a sarcastic comment. You picked up on things I didn't notice and the methods you use are backed up with logical reasons.

My initial response after reading it could have been misinterpeted which is why I edited it.

Ignore any of my previous advice.

Despite my experience, it.is abundantly clear that P_T is superior; ie knows his/her stuff

Supercheap auto sell them onlind

Angel eyes, lol.

Nothing wrong with Angel Eyes on a 00 Camry. There are far worse things to have than that.

Sealant is applied just kike wax. Between sealing and waxingleave at least 30mins.

I always apply in a stroke (back and forth motion) and remove the product stroking the opposie way.

Wax should not be seen as someyhing that,makes acar shiny but rather as something yhat provides.extra protection

Let the uploading begin and goodnight.

Meguiars Ultimate wash and wax

ArmorAll wash and wax

Meguiars Microfibre wash mitt

Mothers California Gold claybar kit

Meguiars M20 Polymer Sealant

Meguiars NXT2.0 wax

Meguiars foam applicators

Meguiars Supreme Shine microfibre buffing towels (get a couple)

I can't comment on a drying towel/chamois as the ones I have used that I bought here suck. You don't need to use the Megs wash and wax everytime. Split it like: 3 washes with ArmorAll, 4th wash with Megs.

That list is based on the assumption that:

1) You don't want to break the bank

2) You don't want to do so much work frequently which overrides your desire to have maximum shine (hence the choice of synthetic products over Carnauba)

3) You are going to go to Superthief/Ripco/Autocrud tomorrow to buy the gear

Biggest Loser...

I know what you were talking about! I was joking

Saw this posted on JDMST.

I feel the same way about the Nissan. Regardless of the result, this was a hot drag.

Haha you got a "balls" avatar for the forums that spins now.. ^_^

(its a sc/turbo set up aye?)

Balls? That's a roots supercharger!

Something with Numbers - Chase the Chaser

For a new car, you won't have to worry about swirls and scratches so the workflow is basically WASH > CLAY > PROTECT > MAINTAIN.

Disagree. Even a new car will have swirls and you don't want to lock them in.

For your initial session I would recommend:

wash, clay, polish/swirl removal, seal, wax.

As for products, how much work are you willing to do and what kind of budget do you have?

For reference, Steven has used Superlow springs which explains the loss in ride quality. Low springs will give you all the gains of lowering (handling wise) with little compromise in ride quality; but you'll only lower the car by about half of what Steven's dropped.

Common misconception here. There is only one form of drop for the Aurion out of the King Springs catalogue. This is a "LOW" drop (catalogue here).

What has happened here is that King Springs have used the "SUPER LOW" springs from other model Toyota's (specifically the Gen 4 Camry) and applied them to the Aurion marketing them as a "LOW" spring due to the resulting drop, even though the part numbers are a "SUPER LOW" variety. You can't actually get an off-the-shelf solution from King Springs that does a "SUPER LOW" drop for the Aurion (King Super Low and Ultra Low catalogue here).

Edit: Some of this discussion was done here:

Aurion ZR6 King Springs difference in Codes?

Oh Jesus, that's right. I'd HATE to feel what superlows on an Aurion would be like. Custom springs from Kings is not cheap at all.

No dice. I hate the uncomfortability of the SL but it looks so much better than low springs the tradeoff is worthwhile.

Quick note, I've signed my confidentiality statement.....

So you aren't allowed to be a Salmon? :D

I am glad George got us. Always wonder how we look from the outside

If people crash into the back of you, THEY are at fault.

I rather they crash on me than have my demerit points deducted.. and I have rental car from my insurance

I have racing brake pad on my car anyway.. the law forces me to do so, but do not stop over the line, otherwise 3 points again..again, WTF is this.. In raining, this really sucks

This is a good practise for me, with fear and full of formulas in calculating the yellow light length, and traffic condition, one single mistake can put me in trouble.. especially when you are tired

Instead of doing maths, why don't you just drive?

For reference, Steven has used Superlow springs which explains the loss in ride quality. Low springs will give you all the gains of lowering (handling wise) with little compromise in ride quality; but you'll only lower the car by about half of what Steven's dropped.

Uhhh... That last pic. Look how far he is into the intersection. Trailer crossing or not.

So are we going to start calling your Lance Armstrong (or Cadel Evans) or did you get lucky and still have some points left?

Good results there Dutchie.

I've been eyeing off their Blue Velvet for some time now. The only thing stopping me is the sheer amount of product that I already have!

i never commentated about the legitimacy of spacers in accordance to road laws.

i agree with you that it is illegal, however with modifying cars a large amount of mods are actually illegal.

the OP asked about the safety of using spacers - they are safe to use so long as they are used properly.

with legality of car mods, coilovers are illegal as cops can do you for 2/3 easy, but coilovers are arguably safer as they keep the wheels in contact with road better than stock suspension.

SRI/CAI are illegal, although they are completely safe and wouldn't be a hazard to any fellow road users.

there's also a restriction in rim sizes if you were to upgrade 15x5.5 rims to 15x8 that would be illegal, arguably these rims would make your car safer as it allows more the tyre to be in contact with the road and if you pull your guards and they don't stick out, again that would be illegal according to the cops.

having HIDs are also illegal, it is only legal if it was factory or the car has projectors and headlight washers, but that doesn't stop the countless number of people blinding people on the roads.

as a person who modifies cars i can comment that there alot of "stock cars" which are in alot worse condition than our modified ones and in any case alot less safe, as we modify/care for our cars we intend to keep it in good condition. I wouldn't have anything on my car which would impend the safety of my passengers, road users or pedestrians and of course i wouldn't want to cause any damage to my vehicle.

I am aware he asked about the safety, but given that OP stated he was looking to buy them and fit them; it's the right thing to do letting he/she know the legality of the intent.

I'm going to go by QLD road rulings given the differences betwee state RTAs.

SRI/CAI:

A SRI/CAI setup is not illegal as long as:

a ) the filter is securely fastened to the vehicle (no zip ties, needs to be a proper bracket)

b ) the vehicle continues to comply with ADR 28 (now superseded by ADR83) (external noise)

c ) the vehicle continues to comply with ADR 37 (emissions control)

Also the filter does not specifically need to be enclosed; however you may need to do so in order for the vehicle to comply with ADR 83.

Vehicle noise levels range from 76-81; for reference a passenger car 65 mph at 25 ft is rated around the 77db mark.

HID:

As you have said, HIDs are not illegal provided that they don't provide undue glare (re: Blind) other road users (ADR46) and the light provided must only be white light only. For compliance, this means proper lenses (no, not adjusted standard lenses); projector lenses and self-leveling ones if necessary.

Just because lots of people do it, doesn't make it any less legal.

Rims/Tyres:

Like most states you can only go so far in terms of increase or reduction, in your example (going from 5.5 to 8) is also illegal as it is more than the 1.3x allowance.

However, http://www.tmr.qld.gov.au/~/media/c792a0c9-92b1-43ee-933b-7bdd8b20842f/pdf_modification_motor_vehicles2.pdf

doesn't state that flaring the guards is illegal, it just states that the wheel must protrude past the wheel arch/flares OR past where it would usually protrude past (if the wheels originally went past the vehicle).

I confirmed this some time ago when I emailed them regarding guard rolling (he referred to the guards as 'mudguards'):

Dear Andrew

Thank you for you email enquiry to the Department of Transport and Main Roads (the department) regards mudguard roling.

The rolling or flaring of mudguards is considered a Minor Modification, which requires no specific approval or modification plate to be fitted.

I would like to draw you attention to the department's web site, www.tmr.qld.gov.au, and search for "All about modifications to motor vehicles", "Lowering or raising of vehicles" page-5, and "Alternate rims and tyres" page-17. These 2 particular pages may be of interest to you regards lowering of a vehicle and or alternate rims and tyres.

The finished mudguard must not have any sharp or protruding edges that may resonably be expected to harm or injur a person. The tyre and rim must not foul wheel arches or suspension components under any conditions. Steering limit stops must not be adjusted to reduce the turning circle in order to allow the fitting of alternate rims and tyres.

I trust this answers your enquiry. Should you have further enquiries please contact myself at the modifications HelpDesk on:- Phone- (07)-3253 4851, Monday to Friday, 8.30 am to 4.30 pm (Wednesday,

9. 30 am to 4. 30 pm) I will be happy to help you.

Edmund Wasilewski of QLD Transport

I completely agree with you regarding the point about many modified cars being safer than standard cars but that doesn't give us an excuse to do non-legal modifications to the car <_< After all, hoons/car enthusiasts (we're all the same) rate on the top of Society's Most Wanted list second only to paedophiles.

22th of October for me please.

They have stepped up to the plate exterior styling wise with the new GS range. A much more angular design compared to the current gen.

interor however seems a little dated (looks older than the current gen) and I hope the wood finish also.comes in a.darker colour

Come on guys. I have 8 invites to give away and no one has asked for one yet.

Cloud storage is the way to go these days. Surely there are those of you out there who are keen on utilising this.

I'd take an invite but I'm a little slow regarding technical computer stuff. I'd give it a shot; but remember my music collection is somewhat limited.