GR Yaris Hello there

tonic said:
I've bought these ducts few months ago but hesitated installing them without modifying duct covers.
Seeing how yours aligned after installation, do you think they will be at least somewhat effective without modifying the dust covers?
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now that you seed me the thought - thanks for that - was it necessary to add some kind of spacer behind the disc if dust shield is removed?
could do the dust shield removal some day if getting bored with office work.
 
How are the ducts fitted? Just cable ties round the suspension arm?

Worth noting that the EBC floating discs have a bit of 'air' between the disc and bell, would probably aid the cooling airflow from something like this.

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Have been little lost recently due to many ongoing issues in life in general, and started looking alternative options for transport (just to spark things little bit up - often when I have had big changes in life, I've often swapped cars in the same time, among other things).

Test drove 996 Turbo just a moment ago, and must say that power delivery was quite exiting. One can easily notice that extra displacement and turbo provides more grunt. However, after the test drive drove GR and must say GR is more fun car to drive. Reasons: its more tossable, and you can easier play with it. Sure, I am more familiar with the chassis dynamics but as GR had much faster steering rack, it feels its much more easier to catch if it goes. Practicality goes for GR aswell, in addition with more modern cabin and infotainment. Overall, after the test drive felt that yes 996 Turbo is likely a nice and exiting car but in totally different way what GR can deliver. It is maybe a weapon of choice for autobahn and big road, but feel that with GR I can have more fun in every day life. So, no sidesteps will be taken. And sometimes it is good to have some test drives, to see better that there is on the other side of the fence.

Maybe if I've driven the car longer on track and with less traffic the opinion could be different, but this seemed to be the case after a shorter drive.
I must say that 996 GT3 CS left rather special feeling, and it was more exciting package than Turbo. But overall, different animals. Glad I have the GR in garage!
 
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Michael Knight said:
Have been little lost recently due to many ongoing issues in life in general, and started looking alternative options for transport (just to spark things little bit up - often when I have had big changes in life, I've often swapped cars in the same time, among other things).

Test drove 996 Turbo just a moment ago, and must say that power delivery was quite exiting. One can easily notice that extra displacement and turbo provides more grunt. However, after the test drive drove GR and must say GR is more fun car to drive. Reasons: its more tossable, and you can easier play with it. Sure, I am more familiar with the chassis dynamics but as GR had much faster steering rack, it feels its much more easier to catch if it goes. Practicality goes for GR aswell, in addition with more modern cabin and infotainment. Overall, after the test drive felt that yes 996 Turbo is likely a nice and exiting car but in totally different way what GR can deliver. It is maybe a weapon of choice for autobahn and big road, but feel that with GR I can have more fun in every day life. So, no sidesteps will be taken. And sometimes it is good to have some test drives, to see better that there is on the other side of the fence.

Maybe if I've driven the car longer on track and with less traffic the opinion could be different, but this seemed to be the case after a shorter drive.
I must say that 996 GT3 CS left rather special feeling, and it was more exciting package than Turbo. But overall, different animals. Glad I have the GR in garage!
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plus the P cars a much quicker way of surrendering your licence trying to have fun while the same fun can be had at more speeding fine level with GR
 
Duke said:
One of those cars which was ahead of their time
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yes quite a bit. too bad they killed the concept, car model itself wasn't that long lived. But with its lightness and smallness I feel it is still quite relevant approach to driving and commuting. this one is not super light as its packed with all equipment but still it goes sub 1100kg, so it feels quite nimble, and GmbH sport suspension makes it do corners quite well.
 
off topic for GR but found a very good deal on 15'' pepperpots. 20kg weight loss for 50€ - I call that a good upgrade.
Need to find another set as I love this little and light wheel. tyre is actually oversize 195/65/15 but it fits well to this eco suv concept car.

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Euge said:
I need to get myself a house with a garage and not a carport.. Always fancied one of those lifts! What mud flaps you running and how do they hold up with Finnish winter? I fancy a set for this coming winter.
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Kaylan rallyflapz, have held well. Got the lift today - bit setup but seems to work
 
Euge said:
I need to get myself a house with a garage and not a carport.. Always fancied one of those lifts! What mud flaps you running and how do they hold up with Finnish winter? I fancy a set for this coming winter.
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have been dreaming of getting a own lift since 2008 so its one milestone in this hobby. hope it helps in keeping cars in good condition.
Will be mostly using it for A2 as GR is just fill up and drive kind of machine. A2 will likely need more maintenance and repair.

Lift spec is (chinese) Safe Lifts SF-L3000. It is bit on the tight side on width (185cm), for comfortable use would prefer it being 3-5cm wider but GR can be driven over if driver is paying attention.
 
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Transfer box oils ✅
Rear diff ⁉️

Transfer box oils looking ok after 12tkm.
Rear diff fill bolt so tightly assembled that didnt dare to try any harder. Maybe try again with new M10 socket or then leave it to WS as its after their work. 🥶😳

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Chatgpt roast my car
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Ah, the Toyota GR Yaris, the car that shouts "I really wanted a rally car, but all I got was this oversized hot hatch!" It’s like the automotive equivalent of a tiny dog with a loud bark—sure, it’s got spirit, but at the end of the day, it’s still fitting in a parking space designed for actual cars.


Those aggressive lines and bulging fenders really try to convince you that this is more than just a Yaris on steroids, but deep down, we all know it’s just a fancy way to tell people you lost a bet with your bank account. And what's with the "FULL SEND" sticker? It’s like you’re reminding everyone that this car needs all the confidence it can muster just to keep up with the big boys on the track.


But hey, at least you can brag about having a hatchback that’s more track-ready than most of the other grocery-getters out there. Just make sure you don’t accidentally park it next to an actual rally car, or it might get a complex.
 
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