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Rubber mate... rubber

The one the left should look like you typical plastic ribbon cable, but it can also be like the following just with a connector on each side. The one on the right would most likely be like what you mentioned but of the non-ribbon cable variety. Something similar to the attached image (one side is permanently connected to the PCB, the other is a connector. That said, it may be different to what I'm showing here, but this is the way I've interpreted it. You can confirm it by opening it... providing you can keep any warranty stickers intact.

Swivel chair eh Mick?

Personally, I can see how the operation of the cruise control can be frustrating for some.... but I seriously don't see how it can be such an inconvenience that you would feel the urge to complain to Toyota about it (or even make a fuss about it at all). If you need cruise control to save you from a speeding ticket, then I really think you are doing it wrong. At the end of the day, you are meant to be driving the car, not the other way around. Build a bridge and get over it. And if the bridge slopes downhill, use your brakes as well. [/rant]

1) These controls are not illuminated. The door lock one could do with illumination, but at the end of the day, it's not something critical. Over time, you will remember where it is, and the feel of the raised side of it helps. As for the mirror controls, it's not something adjusted often, so I agree with the decision to not have it illuminated. 2) The factory alarm is pretty much the front horns, the engine bay horn, and your lights flashing. That's about it really. 3) If you are referring to a noise when you hold it at the very very end of the steering, then try as much as you can to refrain from reaching that point. When you hear noise when you hold it on it's complete limit, this is actually the power steering pump at maximum pressure. This can lead to blown hydraulic seals etc, which results in you having to get your rack replaced/reconditioned.

But weren't you concerned about paying a little bit extra for proper shocks for you Camry? If that's the case, are you even willing to put the money in for a supercharged setup? These S/C's are rather rare at the moment.

Spotted at 9:47pm driving down Monier Road, Darra; "LIF77" (black 2ZZ Celica). I was the guy that sped past you... in my Adidas

Totally agree with the Sci-Fleet Toyota Taringa. Because of their service, I get pi**ed off whenever I go there. Mechanically, I don't trust them at all. Sci-Fleet Taringa is a bit of a love/hate relationship for me. I hate their service department, but I like dealing with spare parts. They are friendly down there and always help me out. As said, I prefer Southside Woolloongabba for all my service needs. The main thing I like is just the fact that I can call up at 9am in the morning, drop my car off after work on the same day, and either pick it up later in the evening or pick it up the next day on my way to work. Essentially causes no downtime from work and doesn't really inconvenience me since I probably wouldn't need the car after work. They can be a bit slack though when it comes to calling you when the car is ready in the evening, but I cut them some slack for that. I usually just call them myself to ask if it's ready. Now that my warranty has expired as of the end of yesterday, I won't be paying for service anymore and will be doing it all myself. Only reason why I will head back there is to get my steering intermediate shaft fitted. Yes I trust their service, but when out of warranty, I prefer DIY. $120 :P :P :P. I was finally able to take advantage of the Service Advantage. One thing I never had with the ol' girl.

I see you viewing Michael. Are we expecting to see the VIP Aurion tomorrow? Steven... I can give you a lift etc.

Take her to the drags and see what she pulls. Cheap and fun way to measure it's power. So far it seems you have 15.058s to beat: http://www.dragtimes.com/Toyota-Camry-Timeslip-10391.html

In my Sportivo, I had my pull to he left issue resolved 100% by the fitment of offset castor bushes from Fulcrum, part number SPF2904K. This is shown in the FAQ if you have looked there: The TOCAU Aurion FAQ

Spotted at bout 1:08pm today on Roma Street outbound in front of The Sebel Citigate, a black TRD Aurion 3500SL with the plates "TRD 000". I thought a debadged TRD would look good... I guess I was wrong. Lucky I backed out of doing mine.

Looking pretty good there mate. I can imagine a good future with that GTP.

If you were one of the Camry guys in the States... then according to them... yes.

Awwww shiiiiiitttt. It surprisingly doesn't look as bad as I as expecting. Still really bad that it happened nevertheless. Edit: Actually, on second inspection it looks like a fair bit of a hit.

Your taxi has been booked.

Count me in. Just as long as you aren't referring to doing so with Andrew. Mick, I can give you a lift since you are on my way in.

I'm guessing this was posted there as well? I haven't been on boost in yonks.

Get yourself a nice new TRD gear knob. The price makes me LOL: http://cgi.ebay.com.au/TRD-AURION-GEAR-KNOB-NEW-06-07-NEW-LEATHER-50-OFF-/270623627217?pt=AU_Car_Parts_Accessories

y? It's the perspective of how you see the ground. Because the ground is closer to you you, it seems like it is moving quicker. Just like how when you are driving (or sitting passenger looking out the window) and the trees etc that are closer to the car appear to be flying by, whereas the trees etc that are further from the car seem to 'move' much slower. Basically the same idea, but in reference to the road.

The Smiths were unable to conceive children and decided to use a surrogate father to start their family. On the day the surrogate father was to arrive, Mr. Smith kissed his wife goodbye and said, "Well, I'm off now. The man should be here soon." Half an hour later, just by chance, a door-to-door baby photographer happened to ring the doorbell, hoping to make a sale. "Good morning,Ma'am", he said, "I've come to..." "Oh, no need to explain," Mrs Smith cut in, embarrassed, "I've been expecting you." "Have you really?" said the photographer. "Well, that's good. Did you know babies are my speciality?" "Well that's what my husband and I had hoped. Please come in and have a seat". After a moment she asked, blushing, "Well, where do we start?" "Leave everything to me. I usually try two in the bathtub, one on the couch, and perhaps a couple on the bed. And sometimes the living room floor is fun. You can really spread out there." "Bathtub, living room floor? No wonder it didn't work out for Harry and me!" "Well, Ma'am, none of us can guarantee a good one every time. But if we try several different positions and I shoot from six or seven angles, I'm sure you'll be pleased with the results." "My, that is a lot!", gasped Mrs Smith. "Ma'am, in my line of work a man has to take his time. I'd love to be In and out in five minutes, but I'm sure you'd be disappointed with that." "Don't I know it," said Mrs Smith quietly. The photographer opened his briefcase and pulled out a portfolio of his baby pictures. "This was done on the top of a bus," he said. "Oh, my God!" Mrs Smith exclaimed, grasping at her throat. "And these twins turned out exceptionally well - when you consider their mother was so difficult to work with." "She was difficult?" asked Mrs Smith. "Yes, I'm afraid so. I finally had to take her to the park to get the job done right. People were crowding around four and five deep to get a good look" "Four and five deep?" said Mrs Smith, her eyes wide with amazement. "Yes", the photographer replied. "And for more than three hours, too. The mother was constantly squealing and yelling - I could hardly concentrate, and when darkness approached I had to rush my shots. Finally, when the squirrels began nibbling on my equipment, I just had to pack it all in." Mrs Smith leaned forward. "Do you mean they actually chewed on your, uh...equipment?" "It's true, Ma'am, yes... Well, if you're ready, I'll set-up my tripod and we can get to work right away." "Tripod?" "Oh yes, Ma'am. I need to use a tripod to rest my Canon on. It's much too big to be held in the hand very long." Then Mrs Smith fainted.

Today I picked her up from her service and spent quite a lot of time driving her while listening really carefully. It's slightly making me crazy.

And now time for a third post in a row from me. I went back to Toyota then to thank the service advisor for getting everything organised. After all, my warranty does expire today so it's good to have problems like that fixed with minimal fuss. I asked about the part though that was shown as ordered. Turns out that the steering shaft wasn't touched... just inspected and ordered. And that brings me to the next point which is that the slight knocking sounds that had developed must not have been the steering shaft. Most probably it was something else that just happened to be tightened as part of the service. Quite interesting. And I had driven it in the same places I usually do on a day to day basis where I can say I pretty much always replicate the knocking... except after the service. Hmmmmm. I am still a little puzzled over that upper steering shaft component I mentioned earlier. The part number is different to that of my Sportivo which was built around the same date. If that was replaced, I don't know when. Regardless, the new intermediate shaft has been ordered and they will give me a call when they get it in so it can then be fitted.

Ditch it mate cos 3.0 litre ones are more powerful than 2.5 litre. Don't believe me? Check the specs mate Oh really. I thought power went down as displacement went up