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#137 of 196 Re: Modify performance chip [n735xv] by captainbot Feb 20, 2008 (9:39 am)
Replying to: n735xv (Jan 09, 2008 1:11 pm) HI. I just bought a 2008 TCH. I am getting 40 mpg in Massachusetts, with a 64+ mile a day commute. So I am happy about this fact. However, you are correct, the ICE kicks in to fast. I have learned to control the kick-in and kick-off process. But WHAT A PAIN. First I have to start off, like I am a 90 year old driver, then I have to back off the throttle to kick off the ICE.   So if there is such an upgrade, I want know too. Replies to this message: saltyhacker (Apr 11, 2008 5:17 am) talmy1 (Apr 11, 2008 5:58 am) tsy (Apr 11, 2008 7:25 am) and 3 more... wvgasguy (Apr 12, 2008 5:33 pm)
#138 of 196 TCH Wheels? by flipcreatie Mar 06, 2008 (7:13 am)
I want to replace my stock wheels and tires on my 07' camry hybrid with an 18" package. Will I have any issues doing this? Will it effect the FE? What about Load Ratings? I've found the wheels, but I am still shopping for tires. (235/45/18) Replies to this message: tsy (Mar 06, 2008 7:37 pm) spenbaba (Mar 08, 2008 6:45 am) oac (Apr 04, 2008 9:22 pm)
#139 of 196 Re: TCH Wheels? [flipcreatie] by tsy Mar 06, 2008 (7:37 pm)
Replying to: flipcreatie (Mar 06, 2008 7:13 am) Bigger wheels and tires generally weigh more, and unless you need to install monster disc brakes, there usually isn't a functional reason to do so. It's typically for looks.   Heavier wheels and tires will affect your mileage, and the bigger tires are likely to increase rolling ressistance, once again decreasing your mileage.   Load ratings will depend upon what wheels and tires you buy, but as long as they are quality wheels and tires it shouldn't be an issue.   Good luck. Post pics when you get them on your car!   tom
#140 of 196 Re: TCH Wheels? [flipcreatie] by spenbaba Mar 08, 2008 (6:45 am)
Replying to: flipcreatie (Mar 06, 2008 7:13 am) I would talk to tirerack.com as they fit many cars with plus one and plus two wheels/tires. Plus two must look neat but the risk of bent rims and rough ride are there. Depending on wheel weight, your braking distances can also increase. Steering response should be improved.    On my TCH, I was tempted to go minus one for snow tires but opted to stay with the stock sizes.
#141 of 196 Windshield wipers re pknj. Question by pat85 Apr 02, 2008 (10:22 am)
I used Silblade replacement wipers on the 4 Runner I traded in on my 09 TCH. They were garenteed for 5 years. I had them on for 4 years and they still worked fine.
#142 of 196 Re: TCH Wheels? [flipcreatie] by oac Apr 04, 2008 (9:22 pm)
Replying to: flipcreatie (Mar 06, 2008 7:13 am) I have 18" on mine and it works perfectly. I also have 50 aspect ratio tire. No worries with upgrading your stock to 18"... Look around here and you can find my car pics so you can seee how it looks on 18".   Hope this helps
#143 of 196 Re: Modify performance chip [captainbot] by saltyhacker Apr 11, 2008 (5:17 am)
Replying to: captainbot (Feb 20, 2008 9:39 am) I live in Massachusetts also but only get about 35 mpg at best during my 20 mile, back road, 35 MPH average, commute. I to am looking for a easy way to get the 08 Camry to keep stay in electric mode longer to maximize MPG. I understand that the HP rating of the electric motor is not rated to drive the car alone in all conditions but more for supplemental power. Still I think there must be a simple way to reprogram the car to use more electric and less ICE. Heck the battery level never seems to drift off 90%.     ---Captain Marty Replies to this message: talmy1 (Apr 11, 2008 5:58 am) tsy (Apr 11, 2008 7:25 am) spenbaba (Apr 12, 2008 1:32 pm) and 2 more... wvgasguy (Apr 12, 2008 5:33 pm)
#144 of 196 Re: Modify performance chip [saltyhacker] by talmy1 Apr 11, 2008 (5:58 am)
Replying to: saltyhacker (Apr 11, 2008 5:17 am) The car uses electric power when the ICE would not be able to run the car efficiently, so it is already doing the best it can. Running electrically on the battery is not free energy -- the battery is charged via the ICE and gasoline, and the charge/discharge cycle of the battery will use energy. So forcing more electric power will likely increase the gasoline consumption. Replies to this message: tsy (Apr 11, 2008 7:25 am) spenbaba (Apr 12, 2008 1:32 pm) tsy (Apr 13, 2008 10:03 am) and 1 more...
#145 of 196 Re: Modify performance chip [talmy1] by tsy Apr 11, 2008 (7:25 am)
Replying to: talmy1 (Apr 11, 2008 5:58 am) Actually, you forgot about the regenerative braking, which in a sense is 'free' energy, or perhaps, recaptured energy that normally is wasted (turned into heat by your brakes). So some of that electrical energy is indeed 'free'.   I think the battery could be used more, and the car would get better fuel economy, but at the expense of battery life, which I'm sure Toyota doesn't want.   The car is perfectly capable of running just off the ICE (in fact, if you ever run the battery down this is precisely what the car does) and the car becomes a bit slower.   tom Replies to this message: spenbaba (Apr 12, 2008 1:32 pm) tsy (Apr 13, 2008 10:03 am) wvgasguy (Apr 14, 2008 3:55 am)
#146 of 196 Accessories and Modifications by n735xv Apr 11, 2008 (12:56 pm)
Has anyone installed a wood accent kit to the interior of a new Camry? If so, where did you buy the kit, what areas does the wood cover, and how difficult was it to install.   Thanks for the help

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