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Replying to: psulions (Jun 14, 2008 5:14 am) My 2008 2 door Yaris "S" loves speed and so do I! Setup with 19" wheels & low profile tires, lowered suspension via Eibach springs, gas shocks, a custom made sway bar, a few other engine & electronics mods, runs very smooth at a brisk 82mph for extended periods. I could not be happier......say bye...... 
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Replying to: podred (Jun 17, 2008 10:52 am) I put a TRD rear sway bar on my Yaris, when I had it, and it greatly improved the stability of the car at speed, without giving it any "over" steer. I also put 195 tires on it (195x60x14) which were a close swap, in terms of diameter and hence speedometer accuracy and chassis clearance, for the stock, skinny 175x65/14 tires. It wasn't so long ago that 195x60's were considered "low profile"....
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Replying to: kipk (Jun 15, 2008 2:50 am) Thank you psulions for your response, since you actually have a relevant viewpoint to my question. I think I will steer away from the Yaris and go for a Corolla instead. As a side note, getting higher than the EPA estimate doesn't always require driving 65mph or less. I just drove my wife's brand new 08 Impreza (EPA rated 20city/27hwy) to work the last two days and averaged 30mpg, going the same speeds as I always go (80mph on most of highway portions, 70mph in the 65mph areas). Apparently, Yaris just isn't a car that can pull this off (going 80 and still exceeding EPA estimates), and that's fine, just not for me.
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Replying to: micweb (Jun 17, 2008 11:32 am) I put a TRD rear sway bar on my Yaris, when I had it, and it greatly improved the stability of the car at speed, without giving it any "over" steer. I also put 195 tires on it (195x60x14) which were a close swap, in terms of diameter and hence speedometer accuracy and chassis clearance, for the stock, skinny 175x65/14 tires. It wasn't so long ago that 195x60's were considered "low profile".... I agree with you, they can be a lot of fun. I too "shaved' the trunk of all emblems, it's the first thing I do with my new cars. Especially if they are Japanese as they have a penchant for using different fonts and styles in each of the three or more emblems affixed to the trunk. I was lucky on the Yaris as none had locating pins, thus no holes in the hatch panel. And of course I left the tastefully done Toyota Logo in the middle. So the only "labels" on the car are the front and rear Toyota Logo's. Regarding wheels and tires, I like both choices really, the way you chose to go is the very best from a handling standpoint as you have lighter unsprung weight that way. The way I chose to go was for looks and to fill out the wheel wells. Even though I went up a few sizes in wheel diameter I worked with The Tire Rack Closely during the selection process to insure that I was replacing the stock alloys and 15" tires with tires of the very same diameter, just a greater width and lower sidewall profile. Also as a long time enthusiast I am very aware that in doing so my chances of having a puncture have increased as that is a well documented fact. However it's one that I'm aware of and willing to risk. In the final analysis I was able to make this conversion without affecting speedo accuracy, still use the TPM system, and achieve a nice look. Cornering has improved dramatically which was the goal as I always drive the speed limit in town, for safety and the interest in retaining my drivers license..... So, now I can have my fun by just turning into the corner without reducing speed or braking as there is no body roll, no loss of traction, just the thrill of a super fast cornering experience and to see the wide eyes of people who have just witnessed this "little red car" turn at corner in town at 30mph ! Simply puts some fun back into driving and a smile on my face....... 
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Replying to: erod550 (Jun 18, 2008 10:50 pm) Don't believe I suggested that anyone else drive 65 for lower stress. I said it is less stress for me. I live in a 70 mph state. Some drivers think it is an 80+ mph state. However, lately, more and more drivers are slowing down. Last trip we took, ( at 65MPH ) we were passing a lot more cars and 18 wheelers than in the past. Recon some folks are getting the idea.  Kip |
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Replying to: kipk (Jun 03, 2008 4:04 am) These are just a few of the issues in dealing with the energy problem. I didn't even start on hydroelectric, geothermal, etc. Your idea that someone is somehow selfish because they want to drive 5 - 10 mph faster is very small minded at best.
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Replying to: rudedog2130 (Jun 24, 2008 3:07 am) In which post did I say that anyone driving 5-10 over the posted limit is selfish ? Kip |
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Replying to: psulions (Jun 16, 2008 5:51 am) The car has 1400 miles on it and I've been filling it with Cumbersome Farms gas. Guess I can't complain, and this thing is growing on me. It reminds me of my first new car -- a 1984 Dodge Omni GLH. Except, adjusted for inflation -- the Omni cost $8500, it's no contest, and the Omni was a dedicated performance car. It had a 2.2 liter motor and made just 6 more HP than the Yaris. I've even got a sway bar going on this weekend.
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Had the Yaris for a several weeks now. Four fillups: 1. 40.9 2. 40.7 3. 38.8 4. 40.1 #3 has the most around town driving, though not more than 20%. All others were 90% two lane highway commute (110 mile round trip) with typical occasional slow downs. I am not what I would consider a hypermiler. Drive pretty normal. Very content with the car as a whole and the mpg I am getting.
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Replying to: pcovers (Jun 26, 2008 5:09 am)
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