RS 5.0 TRD Release Series Roll Call
06-28-2009, 03:42 AM
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Originally Posted by thegame7a
Originally Posted by vwvSTATICvwv
Finally taking my car home tomorrow. I went to Brooklyn to get that dam car! I had my boy at the body shop detail it earlier today, lookin sexy #53 
Anyways, quick question....I know the radio isn't going to "pound" like the system i just had, but how is that lil sub they include now? I upgraded to the LCD Pioneer(im aware its still 160watts) but i like the look of it.
I just drove my car home from my friends after taking the system out and i couldn't believe my ears, of how crappy the stock setup was. Im basically just wondering if i'll be somewhat satisfied with what it comes with??
Anyways, quick question....I know the radio isn't going to "pound" like the system i just had, but how is that lil sub they include now? I upgraded to the LCD Pioneer(im aware its still 160watts) but i like the look of it.
I just drove my car home from my friends after taking the system out and i couldn't believe my ears, of how crappy the stock setup was. Im basically just wondering if i'll be somewhat satisfied with what it comes with??
06-28-2009, 10:14 AM
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Theres one in my town....
They want a mouth dropping $26,000 for it. They did the typical "Stealership" thing to do....add more accessories to jack up the price tag! To top it off, its a 5-speed.
I do think its quite interesting Toyota didn't install the rear sway bars in "race setting." Why have put one on if you're having it in "street?" So guys if you want your tCs to handle little more better, but the sway into the second hole.
They want a mouth dropping $26,000 for it. They did the typical "Stealership" thing to do....add more accessories to jack up the price tag! To top it off, its a 5-speed.
I do think its quite interesting Toyota didn't install the rear sway bars in "race setting." Why have put one on if you're having it in "street?" So guys if you want your tCs to handle little more better, but the sway into the second hole.
07-03-2009, 01:59 AM
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hey a couple questions for you guys as I am looking to get the rs 5.0:
If i get the big brakes do they give me back the originals?
Is it true that i need to get the 19" wheels because they wont fit on the 18?
Does the $1350 price for the big brakes include installation? I'm asking this because i read somewhere that it does include?
thanks
If i get the big brakes do they give me back the originals?
Is it true that i need to get the 19" wheels because they wont fit on the 18?
Does the $1350 price for the big brakes include installation? I'm asking this because i read somewhere that it does include?
thanks
07-03-2009, 04:12 AM
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Well if you notice here in this pic from the Chicago Auto Show where they showed the car.You can see the big brake kit on with the 18's on it
As for the $1350.00 price tag on it i doubt thats with installation
As for the $1350.00 price tag on it i doubt thats with installation
07-03-2009, 04:23 AM
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Originally Posted by tuningvelocity
hey a couple questions for you guys as I am looking to get the rs 5.0:
If i get the big brakes do they give me back the originals?
Is it true that i need to get the 19" wheels because they wont fit on the 18?
Does the $1350 price for the big brakes include installation? I'm asking this because i read somewhere that it does include?
thanks
If i get the big brakes do they give me back the originals?
Is it true that i need to get the 19" wheels because they wont fit on the 18?
Does the $1350 price for the big brakes include installation? I'm asking this because i read somewhere that it does include?
thanks
08-19-2009, 05:59 PM
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#1252 Manual...
Ive started a social group called "tC RS 5.0 Owners Clan" if anyone is interested in joining..
I WOULD LIKE TO HAVE ALL RS5 OWNERS JOIN!!!
Just PM me for an invite!!!
(Pretty much invited all whom posted here that are owners)
Ive started a social group called "tC RS 5.0 Owners Clan" if anyone is interested in joining..
I WOULD LIKE TO HAVE ALL RS5 OWNERS JOIN!!!
Just PM me for an invite!!!
(Pretty much invited all whom posted here that are owners)
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08-19-2009, 07:57 PM
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what are you guys using to clean your wheels? even when i use a rag or brush, it doesn't get all the brake dust off.
jack up the back of the tc and use jack stands to support the tc. look underneath where the sway bar connects and you will see 2 holes. take off the nut on both sides and adjust to the next hole. tighten everything up and torque it down. it takes all of 10 mins to change.
http://www.trdsparks.com/install/006...00-110inst.pdf
jack up the back of the tc and use jack stands to support the tc. look underneath where the sway bar connects and you will see 2 holes. take off the nut on both sides and adjust to the next hole. tighten everything up and torque it down. it takes all of 10 mins to change.
http://www.trdsparks.com/install/006...00-110inst.pdf
08-20-2009, 04:06 AM
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what are you guys using to clean your wheels? even when i use a rag or brush, it doesn't get all the brake dust off.
jack up the back of the tc and use jack stands to support the tc. look underneath where the sway bar connects and you will see 2 holes. take off the nut on both sides and adjust to the next hole. tighten everything up and torque it down. it takes all of 10 mins to change.
http://www.trdsparks.com/install/006...00-110inst.pdf
jack up the back of the tc and use jack stands to support the tc. look underneath where the sway bar connects and you will see 2 holes. take off the nut on both sides and adjust to the next hole. tighten everything up and torque it down. it takes all of 10 mins to change.
http://www.trdsparks.com/install/006...00-110inst.pdf
08-22-2009, 02:04 AM
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I got number 303 of 2000 here in wisconsin! I love it! I just made this act. so i dont know how to add pics etc...but i got ride off all the emblems encluding all on the trunk.....tinted the window, blacked out the 3rd break light n side mirror blinkers, interior and exterior led kits, stubby antenne, black grills, and a carbon fiber hood with vents( painted it black except for the sides of the hood and the vents) its sxy.... u can view it on my facebook! the names derek dassow...search me!!!
08-28-2009, 02:15 AM
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Some pic updates. '07 grill, TRD Black Chrome Strut Tower Bar, TRD Oil Cap, TRD Radiator Cap, Greddy White Carbon Fiber Air Diversion Panel, Pilot LED White size 194 for parking lights and license plate lights, Agency Power Exhaust(TRD was too quiet for me). Not shown: NRG Hood Dampers(Polished), I have a vid of those working on youtube, username 202tC.
Why 202
08-28-2009, 04:54 AM
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check out the thread in the owners lounge called "custom leather/alcantara oem steering wheels were trying to get enough guys together to get that project moving.
08-28-2009, 05:28 AM
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I had an 07 tC Spec Package(bought May 07) that I traded in to get the RS 5.0. I was used to that grill and not to wild about the 08 grill. The exhaust was the first thing I got when I got the Spec and put on at about 1200 miles. If I were to sell it I will never see near the money amount I paid for. Like you said to each his own, and I'm probably the only one so far to have changed out the TRD exhaust, and most likely the only one with a Spec grill.
08-28-2009, 05:35 AM
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Nice pics dropzone... I like the photos of the grill.. I have a debadged DIY honecomb top grill, im thinking about painting black and installing... If you would have gotten a CAI the exhaust would have gotten louder.. Im not a fan of the new exhaust.. sorry.. But, I do love the TRD Black front strut bar!!! That is the same one I want.. a little harder to find...
09-01-2009, 02:24 PM
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Hey so this is the run down regarding the BBK.
Sales people at toyota have no clue when you ask them about the BBK, in fact they go onto the TRD USA website where there is an statement about 19', I originally thought that you could only get them if you got 19's. But then I saw the pic that posted from the Chicago auto show and I was convinced that it would work so I ordered them.
If you get the BBK prior to the day of delivery they will be covered under the Toyota warranty if its written up on the bill of sale.
They will and have to give you the stock brakes back.
The price does include installation.
Needless to say i got then installed at the dealer and they fit perfectly, however if you get a flat on the front tires (BBK is only the front) the spare tire will NOT fit.
I know bought Konig rims and they fit and look great.
Sales people at toyota have no clue when you ask them about the BBK, in fact they go onto the TRD USA website where there is an statement about 19', I originally thought that you could only get them if you got 19's. But then I saw the pic that posted from the Chicago auto show and I was convinced that it would work so I ordered them.
If you get the BBK prior to the day of delivery they will be covered under the Toyota warranty if its written up on the bill of sale.
They will and have to give you the stock brakes back.
The price does include installation.
Needless to say i got then installed at the dealer and they fit perfectly, however if you get a flat on the front tires (BBK is only the front) the spare tire will NOT fit.
I know bought Konig rims and they fit and look great.
Last edited by tuningvelocity; 09-01-2009 at 02:26 PM. Reason: typo