Aftermarket support! Group Project
04-21-2009, 04:02 AM
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04-21-2009, 02:01 PM
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Originally Posted by ChelsDS
Any idea on brake pads? I've started looking them up, and I've seen EBC, NPN, Akebono and Piso offered for the xD's. Not sure other makers, but EBC is good apparently but on the pricey side. Akebono is good too I hear.
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05-13-2009, 05:49 PM
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06-25-2009, 07:09 PM
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Originally Posted by Zefoxe
still waiting on the word from DC Sports
06-26-2009, 07:08 PM
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... in case it hasn't been posted already.
Tokico is releasing the HTS shocks in a couple of weeks.
Full adjustable shocks for the tru enthusiast...
The price tag is expected to be around $800... yeah yeah, these are expensive.
You can get the Tokico blues for less than $400
Tokico is releasing the HTS shocks in a couple of weeks.
Full adjustable shocks for the tru enthusiast...
The price tag is expected to be around $800... yeah yeah, these are expensive.
You can get the Tokico blues for less than $400
06-27-2009, 12:46 PM
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Yes a header would be nice. I don't see any thing here about the Injen intake coming out for the XD. It's not on their parts listing, but it's on their Banner page before you enter the site (below the corolla). At first it was supposed to come out June 5th and now it says June 23rd, but there seems to be a lag between when they post it as available. I've e-mailed them x2, but get referred to the frequently asked questions, and no response. It is supposed to be item sp2104. What do you guys think?
06-27-2009, 12:50 PM
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07-11-2009, 04:07 AM
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I don't think anything is coming. It's a bad economy - the xD has a very little market share. Sure, I would buy a TRD supercharger in a MINUTE, but I just don't think it is going to happen. I read this thread from beginning to end and it seems clear - businesses look at sales - not emails.
07-12-2009, 06:37 PM
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interstingly enough, I have a friend that found a pic of a Rumion with a Blitzt S/c strapd to the mainfold. unfortunately, we don;t know if it's the 1.8 or the 1.5 in that car. I haven;t found any ifo on the Blitz Japan web yet. I also need the chassis code for the Rumion which I also haven;t found. haven't looked here tho...maybe I should...so keep your eyes peeled.
07-29-2009, 02:21 AM
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Here's a heads up for ALL xD owners including RS1's. I found this on EBAY, a company called Figure Engineering has mesh grills for our cars, including a six piece version for the RS1. Many different finishes and colors are available including powdercoating and coded colors. Scroll down to options and colors etc.I personally like the flat black powdercoated version on the RS1.
See it here> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/SCION...1%7C240%3A1318
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See it here> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/SCION...1%7C240%3A1318
09-08-2009, 10:57 PM
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Im 40 and this is my 2nd Scion...Check out my my first Scion, the RS2 xB and see what I did with that...Took it from stock to trophy getter in 3 years...Yes us 40 something's still have a passion for cars and will always be into modding and not leaving things stock...I believe there will be an aftermarket for the xD but it will take some time...
I've owned many,many cars over the years and none of them sat stock. I think it's a great idea what the manufacturers are doing these days. Selling cars and offering hop-ups, mods, and accessories for them. Granted most cars don't warrant a following, but these Scion cars do. Which is one of the reasons I bought one instead of some other high MPG car.
I own a Harley, a FJ Cruiser and a Scion and all three have a good following and have all managed to keep my wallet empty.......But I love it!
10-31-2009, 12:47 AM
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Well I can Honestly say if the product is out there and it's what I need for my project, I will spend the $$$$ This is not my first project, awhile back I customized a Dodge club cab,I left my Honda RTL Ridgeline stock however the Scion XD will need to be different...SO what I am saying make the parts even though I'm middle aged I am still interested in modifying another vehicle in order to make it different.
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10-31-2009, 12:58 AM
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ya im one of the non target market buyers.. at 38, i don’t care too much for mods, other than ones that are functional. Though i did have to get rid of those ugly ___ hub caps! I have gotten all the silly ideas out of my system, and am wiser for the wear. So im not spending money on the high end mods.
as far as horse power, fancy ground lighting and effects, carbon fiber this and that....nope. These cars are the best choice when people like me are looking for a commuter car, with versatility and have a bit of style to boot. im not surprised at all by the average age of owners.
The xd doesn’t have the numbers out there yet for the companies to invest in making mods. Heck its hard to find seat covers! Lol. Give it time; they will come out with some stuff. Though it wont be as much as the civic, just because of numbers.
as far as horse power, fancy ground lighting and effects, carbon fiber this and that....nope. These cars are the best choice when people like me are looking for a commuter car, with versatility and have a bit of style to boot. im not surprised at all by the average age of owners.
The xd doesn’t have the numbers out there yet for the companies to invest in making mods. Heck its hard to find seat covers! Lol. Give it time; they will come out with some stuff. Though it wont be as much as the civic, just because of numbers.
I hear ya however I do agree I bought some weather tech floor mats and they only make the front ones, what about the rear and back Hatch area? How lame... I looked at alot of stuff online and it appears the companies making after market accessories are not adapted in making a complete set of anything for this particular vehicle, the search continues!!!
10-31-2009, 02:32 AM
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Well if you are still looking for floor mats yelosub found a company that does custom floor mats. I don't think they have the hatch area floor mat, but the other four are a go. Edit: I just saw that they also have the cargo area.https://www.scionlife.com/forums/scion-xd-ice-interior-1800/great-place-get-customized-floor-mats-173846/
03-25-2010, 03:48 PM
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I can honestly say the same exact thing for the Honda Fit and Civic, yet they yield the most aftermarket parts out of any other new cars in our class. The whole thing about the xD is its affordability. Being the cheapest car in the line up, it can allow for someone to actually modify their car.
Its assumptions like these that have led to Toyotas recieving very little support and development of some of their better cars.
P.S. Talk to usmc7236Ret, he's 48 and has already done quite a few things to his RS 1.0 even though you say 30+ owners have no interest.
Its assumptions like these that have led to Toyotas recieving very little support and development of some of their better cars.
P.S. Talk to usmc7236Ret, he's 48 and has already done quite a few things to his RS 1.0 even though you say 30+ owners have no interest.
good news is. people love it. i have got a few first place trophies now. what can i say. people love the xd! its small, and there is nothing wrong with a 1.8. the gti is a 1.8 turbo (in some cases) but the handling is horrible.
one thing we have so far is suspension. that's the only support we have. and i used it, its a whole different car
Edit: you know, if there was more after market support for our car. more people would buy it. i know several people who want my car. but don't want to pay what i did for parts. some people (like myself) do research before buying a car to see what they can do to it. and i guess i made the mistake of buying the xd to early (day it came out) but the way the tc and xb landed i figured the xd would be the same. and i love the car for its size! small cars love the tracks and race ways. and i take mine to the local track all the time.
but i have invested far more then i'm sure anyone wants to invest in this car. custom manifold ($1,200) turbo setup ($1,300) suspension ($2,000+) lights sound visuals. ill get some pics up. i have dumped over $7,000 after labor expenses and custom work. i still need a tune lol
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