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What is this discussion about? Scion tC, Scion xB, Scion xA, Convertible, Hatchback

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#308 of 317 Which rims look better? by rq86

Nov 03, 2008 (2:41 pm)

i have a polar white scion xa, dropped on 2 inch tanabe springs. i had black 18s on them for awhile, but didnt like the ride. i was thinking of getting new rims maybe 15 or 16 i dono. but i want the rotas gt3 either red or gold. which do you guys prefer looks cleaner?
 
Thanks

#309 of 317 Re: front strut bar [rq86] by Mr_Shiftright HOST

Nov 03, 2008 (2:52 pm)

Replying to: rq86 (Nov 03, 2008 2:36 pm)
I had a DC front strut bar on mine, and it worked well. Its not too hard to install but it's nice if you have a lift so you can gently drop the strut just a little to get it bolted to the strut tower. The DC bar is kind of big and heavy and makes changing your air filter harder.

#310 of 317 instructions to install short shifter?? by rq86

Nov 05, 2008 (10:27 am)

can any one give me advice or instruction on how to install a short shifter in a scion xa 04? if anyone can help i would appreciate it.

#311 of 317 Re: instructions to install short shifter?? [rq86] by Mr_Shiftright HOST

Nov 05, 2008 (10:34 am)

Replying to: rq86 (Nov 05, 2008 10:27 am)
Doesn't the kit come with instructions? Don't know as I'd buy a kit that didn't have an instruction sheet with it.
 
xA is a cable-type shifting system. Shouldn't be too hard.

#312 of 317 winter set up XB by sculler

Nov 11, 2008 (8:02 pm)

Facing my first year in deep snow country. I do a lot of skiing and spend lots of time on steep twisting roads covered with snow. I wonder how the XB with traction control will handle compared to the 4 wd Matrix. I need the room in the XB but don't know how it will handle bad road conditions or how I should equip the XB. Can anyone comment from their experience? The Toyota folk promise the XB will outperform the Matrix 4 wd.

#313 of 317 Re: winter set up XB [sculler] by texases

Nov 11, 2008 (8:07 pm)

Replying to: sculler (Nov 11, 2008 8:02 pm)
You should do fine if you get a set of dedicated snow tires on rims. Tire Rack is a good place to start, Michelin or Bridgestone are among the good ones. However, it is hard to imagine how a fwd xB would be better than an awd Matrix with the same tires.

#314 of 317 Re: winter set up XB [sculler] by Mr_Shiftright HOST

Nov 12, 2008 (8:31 am)

Replying to: sculler (Nov 11, 2008 8:02 pm)
I think the FWD would be especially vulnerable on slow uphill climbs, since all the weight is transferred to the rear; also the xB has a shorter wheelbase I believe.
 
But with 4 snow tires and some weight in the back end, it should be all right for most conditions. I also don't see how it could outperform a 4WD/AWD car.
 
Really though, driving in snow is about 50% driver, 25% car and 25% tires IMO.

#315 of 317 Re: winter set up XB [texases] by sculler

Nov 12, 2008 (6:54 pm)

Replying to: texases (Nov 11, 2008 8:07 pm)
Thanks for the advice. I have spoken with three dealers and with a Scion rep. All assure me that the XB is as good in snow as any fwd sedan but would not be as capable as a Matrix 4 wd, assuming both had appropriate tires. Purchasing a spare set of rims and tires for winter seems the best answer. Again, thanks.

#316 of 317 Re: winter set up XB [Mr_Shiftright] by crazedcommuter

Jan 19, 2009 (10:10 am)

Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Nov 12, 2008 8:31 am)
Your advice about the 4 winter tires is correct. I've been running 4 Blizzacks on my 2005 XB for 3 years now and I have never been stuck and have crawled over mountains and twisty country roads with ease on my long daily commute from WV to Wash, DC. On snowy, plowed highways I find that I can drive along nicely at speeds up to 50 mph and feel perfectly in control while passing lumbering SUV's.
 
My driveway is a steep climb and and the XB with snow tires has always made it up even if the kids "forgot" to shovel in favor of sledding. The Blizzacks are 185 60 15 and have a softer sidewall than the Kumho 716's that I run the rest of the year, so I drive slower with them on. I have dedicated steel rims for the snows and the local tire store never charges me for the swap, they code it a rotation, since I bought both sets there.

#317 of 317 Shift boot by bigolly06

Feb 22, 2009 (12:22 pm)

I have a '06 XA and am looking to put a shift boot on my stock shifter. Would a 9" tall boot be good or would I want to go with the short which is 6" tall? Any input would be great.

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