Some easy/simple performance mod ideas. - Toyota Yaris Forums

Eren_13 · 07-26-2013, 05:24 PM

Hey everyone,

Have a 2012 Hatchback. I'm new to performance modding but wanted to start myself off with something relatively simple and quick but effective for performance.

Ideas appreciated :)

Thanks!

jpmck03 · 07-26-2013, 05:53 PM

From a previous thread:

Quote:

Originally Posted by jpmck03

...Some easy and relatively cheap mods make things a little more enjoyable:

1.) Light-weight crank pulley: Frees up a little power and gives the car some extra pep. look for one on the for-sale section or head over to microimage to pick one up.

2.) Short-shift kit: Makes shifting a lot more enjoyable, and fixes the stock mushy emotionless shift throw. Same deal as #1, look on microimage or scoop up one from someone selling one here.

3.) Handling: Take your pick -- lowering springs, struts, a rear sway bar. A better suspension can make a slow car more fun because you can stay quick throughout the twists and turns. Ditto for getting stuff: MI or the FS section.

Just a quick few things that I've done that are relatively cheap and have yielded some more driving enjoyment (my #3 is lowering springs, BTW). I'm sure that some other folks on here will have some more ideas and help if you need it.

Enjoy the ride (and gas savings!).

cali yaris · 07-26-2013, 07:21 PM

+ Intake + Header + Axle-back Exhaust

Rear sway bar is a MUST do for handling improvement

jpmck03 · 07-26-2013, 07:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cali yaris

...Rear sway bar is a MUST do for handling improvement

True, it's on my to-do list!

dragoonmc · 07-26-2013, 09:54 PM

Any opinions what rear sway bar is best?

mario98c · 07-26-2013, 11:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dragoonmc

Any opinions what rear sway bar is best?

Ultra Racing 23mm from microimage.

dragoonmc · 07-26-2013, 11:34 PM

Thanks for the opinion its to bad Garm only has the whiteline in stock

cali yaris · 07-27-2013, 12:10 AM

I like the Whiteline better. The response is better and it's adjustable. But I will be getting more UR 23mm sway bars in pretty soon.

Eren_13 · 08-01-2013, 08:54 AM

Thanks for your replies everyone. Going to go for an intake upgrade to start me off I think. Any tips or how to's for a noob installing it? And anything different I need to know about installing as I'm installing in an automatic.

Silver Streak · 08-01-2013, 05:45 PM

Eren, Auto or standard are going to be the same installation wise. Just go slow and follow the directions. Also very important, disconnect the battery before you start and reconnect when your done. This will allow your ecu to better adjust to your new part. Have fun.

07-26-2013, 11:34 PM	#7
dragoonmc Drives: 07 hatchback Join Date: May 2012 Location: Illinois Posts: 118	Thanks for the opinion its to bad Garm only has the whiteline in stock __________________

07-27-2013, 12:10 AM	#8
cali yaris ULTIMATE View User's Garage Drives: 07 Yaris Turbo Join Date: May 2007 Location: Canoga Park, CA Posts: 14,859	I like the Whiteline better. The response is better and it's adjustable. But I will be getting more UR 23mm sway bars in pretty soon. __________________ Micro Image forums, online store and shop are now closed. It was a great eight year run, but it was time to focus on other things. I'm still selling parts on eBay under micro*image seller ID and customers can still make requests for anything specific.

08-01-2013, 08:54 AM	#9
Eren_13 Drives: Yaris SR '12 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: London, UK Posts: 156	Thanks for your replies everyone. Going to go for an intake upgrade to start me off I think. Any tips or how to's for a noob installing it? And anything different I need to know about installing as I'm installing in an automatic. __________________ The forever growing to do / to buy list: FIX Projectors - FINALLY DONE! XB LED fogs - Done Lowering springs - Done MOMO Revenge Evo X - Currently selling body parts for Declare bankruptcy - Done

08-01-2013, 05:45 PM	#10
Silver Streak Drives: 2010 Yaris sedan silver Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 60	Eren, Auto or standard are going to be the same installation wise. Just go slow and follow the directions. Also very important, disconnect the battery before you start and reconnect when your done. This will allow your ecu to better adjust to your new part. Have fun. __________________ k&N Pannel air filter Trd Exhaust Trd Rear Sway Bar

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07-26-2013, 05:24 PM	#1
Eren_13 Drives: Yaris SR '12 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: London, UK Posts: 156	Some easy/simple performance mod ideas. Hey everyone, Have a 2012 Hatchback. I'm new to performance modding but wanted to start myself off with something relatively simple and quick but effective for performance. Ideas appreciated :) Thanks! __________________ The forever growing to do / to buy list: FIX Projectors - FINALLY DONE! XB LED fogs - Done Lowering springs - Done MOMO Revenge Evo X - Currently selling body parts for Declare bankruptcy - Done

07-26-2013, 07:21 PM	#3
cali yaris ULTIMATE View User's Garage Drives: 07 Yaris Turbo Join Date: May 2007 Location: Canoga Park, CA Posts: 14,859	+ Intake + Header + Axle-back Exhaust Rear sway bar is a MUST do for handling improvement __________________ Micro Image forums, online store and shop are now closed. It was a great eight year run, but it was time to focus on other things. I'm still selling parts on eBay under micro*image seller ID and customers can still make requests for anything specific.

07-26-2013, 09:54 PM	#5
dragoonmc Drives: 07 hatchback Join Date: May 2012 Location: Illinois Posts: 118	Any opinions what rear sway bar is best?