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TSport = UK/European the same as our Sportivo RS = Jap Sportivo. Sportivo = Australian version. They were probably just badges. The TSPORT front grill is the same as the AU Sportivo but with different badges. Theres TSport Rollas and so forth as well.

Lotsa yaris owners over at www.ozecho.com forums .... www.oztoyota.com/forum. One member waited over 6 weeks for his Yaris Sedan, and he ordered his just before they were released. The wait for most Yaris Hatches is anywhere from 1-3 months at present. Id say they told you 3 months to cover themselves.

Come visit us @ www.ozecho.com :)

Has anyone got a TRD Clutch plate, but running with the standard Clutch Cover? TRD Japan recommend that u run both the Clutch Plate + Clutch Cover as a pair ... though a mate has come into possession of a brand new Organic TRD Clutch Plate/Disc .. and wants to know if it'll go into his car without any problems . (hes got a 2003 1ZZ-FE corolla)

Bang for buck, u cant go past JL If ure asian, buy Alpine like everyone else Im a massive RF fan, and my old 15s never failed to impress.

Excellent summary guys ........ i knew that they are close together, saves on installation costs if u get both at the same time .... and by the sounds of it, its worthwhile to do both at once. One other question, Will a clutch get progressively worse, or can it just die for no reason? Mine will slip fairly bad after short sessions of thrashing or flat changing. However, if i park it, leave it fro an hour and wait for it to cool down ... i can then drive it all day sensiblyt and it'll be ok. Im just scared that once day its not gonna keep doing this.

Is it necessary to replace the flywheel at the same time as the clutch, or isnt it necessarry?? Whats the advantage of a lightened flywheel? After 43,000kms my little echos clutch is slipping badly after short periods of thrashing (im a hoon) ... and its time to go shopping soon. Any WEBSITE URLS of places to buy TRD/Toms products would be appreciated.

I dont think they suit the car at present. Slam it on some 18" chrome rims ... chrome grille ... and it'll suit it nicely like this echo below.

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The warmer weather must be a draw card.

I had a rather inspirational 'cruise' along side a Black Corolla Sportivo the other nigth at about 11:45am up flemington rd / Mt.Alexander Rd. I had the black echo with Corolla Sportivo Rims and plates OZECHo ... Also honked a Red Sportivo last night with red custom pLates 'AXsomething' ... i think he was at that photoshoot meet? I could be wrong :)

Thats Ryans car... Huy's BLACK ECHo with CWest kit is also at Melb Auto Salon this weekend dropped on 18s with my old Tein HA Coilovers :)

There's a large exclusive Cruise on THursday evening @ Station Pier ..... might be worth checking out. http://www.exclusive-auto.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=2072

My bad :P

Thats funny cos Ive seen a couple of face lifted corollas in showrooms AND on the road already. Looks like josh Sady is wrong.

Aussi born, Aussi bred ... Convict Background

NO WAY theyd be 12kgs.. thats like double the weight of my 14" stockies !

Autobarn is run by porfessionals???? LOL ... ok then............ if u say so.

use Dental Floss and a heatgun/ hair dryer :) Works a charm. Shaven haven baby.

Calder is more expensive, and badly maintained ....... im very biased, heathcote is heaps better :)

Heathcote street meets are held most Sundays ... 10am - 4pm http://www.heathcoteraceway.com.au/

Have driven a Sp23 for 2 days straight, and having a 300m fang up the road in PeeKays car ..... there is no comparison, the Toyota would win hands down as far as acceleration goes. The Sp23 is very comfy and a lot more modern looking, but a the end of the day u cant beat toyota for resale value and reliability. The base model Sp23 is also a bit skimp on features i thought, and the bright red/blue dash/console at night is a bit harsh on the eyes. Put it this way, You can try and compare a SP23 to a Corolla Sportivo You can also try and compare the Corolla Sportivo to a Integra Type R (VTEC vs LIFT) You could NEVER compare a SP23 to a TypeR If u want a comfy cruiser that will get a lot of looks, grab a SP23. If u want a comfy cruiser that u might take to the track or hills, grab a Corolla! Eitherway, i didnt feel the SP23 was as good as it was hyped up to be!

Getting your 'original springs re-coiled' simply means they will heat them up and COMPRESS THEM ... leavig u with a lower, but bumpier ride as the spring rate has decreased dramatically. Most insurance companies dont agree with it so be careful. IF you want to do it right the first time, spent the money and dont be a tightasss. Recoiling/Compressing springs might be a cheaper option for people who simply want to go lower, but for those who are performance orientated - compressing springs is definitely a backwards step.

All i can say is .... the black strip never lies !!!!!! NO ONE should talk up their car unless they have the proof. Anyone can say their car is 'faster' .. but no-one will believe it unless uve got the times and people have seen it in action. Dyno Sheets dont mean much if the power cant be put to the ground - wheels, tyres, driver ability and MANY other factors come into play - when it comes to who has a faster car, times are what count. I recommend you all take a Sunday daytrip to Heathcote .... 45bux to race, and u'll get in AT LEAST 10 runs. I've done it a few times and regardless of how slow my econobox echo is, its heaps fun. if u are wondering hwo slow the 1.3L was... i pulled a 18.00 three times. http://www.fullboost.com.au/content/racing...3_09_2_014b.jpg

http://www.scionlife.com/store/ Might also be of some use to those who haven't seen it.