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2011 "Black Beauty" Updated 7/25 Pics of progress

Old Dec 25, 2010 | 11:53 PM
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Sweeet... Merry Christmas! :D
Old Dec 26, 2010 | 12:24 AM
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Nice!
Can't wait for some pics!!!
Old Dec 30, 2010 | 05:51 PM
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Just finished the install. Took about 3 hours. Not bad since its the first time I've done it. The rear of the car was different from the previous models but the front was the same. Here are some before and after pics with pics during install.

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Enjoy!
Old Jan 2, 2011 | 08:19 AM
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Looks sexy!
Old Jan 4, 2011 | 05:50 PM
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whats the ride quality like with the setup you got? i am looking to get mine lowered but i really don't wanna sacrifice too much ride quality. i'm not really looking to race it or anything concidering i have the auto. but i just want a lower stance to fit the 19's i'll be putting on.
Old Jan 5, 2011 | 12:08 AM
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I haven't noticed any sacrifice in ride quality nor have I tried taking corners at higher speeds. The drop is mild so if you are going a really noticeable drop, you might want to think about the S-Techs or waiting on coilovers. Hope this helps you make you decision.

I keep meaning to add more pictures, just haven't gotten around to it.
Old Jan 5, 2011 | 03:08 AM
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Pics after the car has settled. Looks a little better now.

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Old Jan 5, 2011 | 04:10 AM
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Very nice ride!
Old Jan 6, 2011 | 12:43 AM
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looks nice, the front looks to be a touch lower than the rear...similar ride quality with improved looks...H-Tecs seems like a no brainer

Superpickel, where would you recommend ordering a set from?
Old Jan 6, 2011 | 03:05 AM
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Originally Posted by _sweet_will
looks nice, the front looks to be a touch lower than the rear...similar ride quality with improved looks...H-Tecs seems like a no brainer

Superpickel, where would you recommend ordering a set from?
PTuning offers the set of H-Techs for I think it was 260. Thats with the discount code ptscionlife.

I have seen a set of S-Techs on eBay for 187. not sure if it was legit for the 2011 or not though.

I have seen Eibach and H&R sets for right above 200 and I believe they were from racingsolution.com. Both are sponsored sellers on scionlife.
Old Jan 6, 2011 | 03:45 AM
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You can buy the Eibachs or H&Rs if you want to wait who knows how long. Really though, I like the drop on your car. Gives it a good look without being too showy.
Old Jan 6, 2011 | 02:42 PM
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The drop looks good. It's nice to start seeing more and more modified TC2s!
Old Jan 6, 2011 | 04:33 PM
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look great!

props to you sir
Old Jan 6, 2011 | 10:57 PM
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Thank you.... Thank you... But really, its the car doing all the work
Old Feb 11, 2011 | 01:48 AM
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I am becoming more fond of he new tC. I have a 2008 now, and while I like the car, I think it is about time for an upgrade. My concern is the grille though. I hate that you can simply take out the "Scion" logo. I love the way my 1st gen looks like the VRD. So clean.
Old Feb 11, 2011 | 02:33 AM
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Originally Posted by flint_08
I am becoming more fond of he new tC. I have a 2008 now, and while I like the car, I think it is about time for an upgrade. My concern is the grille though. I hate that you can simply take out the "Scion" logo. I love the way my 1st gen looks like the VRD. So clean.
It isnt so much of an upgrade than a parallel shift. I think the general concenssus on scionlife is the 2G is an improvement over the 1G but not something to replace your 1G for.
Old Feb 12, 2011 | 02:43 AM
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Originally Posted by XerotC
It isnt so much of an upgrade than a parallel shift. I think the general concenssus on scionlife is the 2G is an improvement over the 1G but not something to replace your 1G for.
Well, I will personally say do not let others influence your choice over what it is that you want. I had an 07 NBM tC. Nice car, loved it, and miss it occassionally, but I do not regret trading up. I enjoy the car totally. What I am basically saying is that if it is something you truely want, don't hold back. *This is not financial advice and do not blame me if you file bankruptcy because of poor financial planning.*
Old Apr 10, 2011 | 03:10 AM
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Old Apr 10, 2011 | 04:57 AM
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It's peanut butter jelly time!! peanut butter jelly time!!
Old Apr 11, 2011 | 11:06 PM
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Originally Posted by Papa_Bear
It's peanut butter jelly time!! peanut butter jelly time!!
woot woot.... peanut butter jelly, with a baseball bat

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