cross brace installed [pics] - Toyota Yaris Forums

cali yaris · 11-25-2008, 02:36 PM

Finally got around to putting this in. I figure I sell it, I better know what it does first hand. Had to trim my custom audio box back a little, but otherwise it fit well. Didn't use the bottom bar, I didn't see that it did anything to stiffen the system.

This cross brace makes a BIG difference! Somehow, even in straight line driving the rear end "sits down" better over bumps. Didn't expect that.

A few pics for you. It bolts directly into the upper rear seatbelt hole and into the rear seat bracket on the bottom.

KCALB SIRAY · 11-25-2008, 02:44 PM

Garm,

Is this brace adjustable? Looking at the threads and the nut, I'd assume so.

cali yaris · 11-25-2008, 02:46 PM

yes it is, in both angle and distance. Mostly it's lining up the holes and then cinching the whole thing down nice and tight.

KCALB SIRAY · 11-25-2008, 02:48 PM

If someone wanted to, they could replace the panels if they made the hole in them and put them on before locking it in, just a thought for the potential buyer.

bikegerm · 11-25-2008, 02:49 PM

What will a brace like this do differently than mid and rear underbraces on the car?

bdc87 · 11-25-2008, 02:52 PM

What is the price on these again?

KCALB SIRAY · 11-25-2008, 02:53 PM

My guess is chassis and body flex combined, The underbraces are targeting the frame flex

cali yaris · 11-25-2008, 03:03 PM

chassis flex mostly -- I think you'll feel much more of a difference with this than underbracing, which basically overlays a single piece underbody anyway.

This can be installed with the back seats in place, I'm hoping Thomas can find his pre-hack pics and post them up.

I'm updating the store now to reduce the price to $399 with FREE shipping included. I have two left.

KCALB SIRAY · 11-25-2008, 03:56 PM

So "yes" it can be installed with the back seats?. Nice!

Tamago · 11-25-2008, 04:58 PM

very nice brace! and mod power too!

DuckinOut · 11-25-2008, 05:04 PM

looks nice ... i like it

whooppee777 · 11-26-2008, 12:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cali yaris

I'm updating the store now to reduce the price to $399 with FREE shipping included. I have two left.

NEW LOW PRICE! ONLY 2 LEFT! if you sold out when would u have more? who makes these?

eTiMaGo · 11-26-2008, 12:12 AM

looks awesome, serves its purpose, what's not to like?

These can be indeed installed with the rear seats, I have seen plenty of pics, I'll have to dig them up later

cleong · 11-26-2008, 12:17 AM

I think it'd be heaps better if it was welded into the bodyshell.

KCALB SIRAY · 11-26-2008, 12:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cleong

I think it'd be heaps better if it was welded into the bodyshell.

True, but it's designed for the DIY guy/gal in mind

cali yaris · 11-26-2008, 12:51 AM

Quote:

ONLY 2 LEFT! if you sold out when would u have more?

Don't know. I bought five and they have been sitting for a while -- I know they're pricey but it's a pretty cool mod!

Quote:

I think it'd be heaps better if it was welded into the bodyshell.

of course it would! ... and there's nothing stopping you...

jkuchta · 11-26-2008, 03:00 AM

Looks great Garm! Glad to see the panda getting ready for more track time!

whooppee777 · 11-26-2008, 01:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cali yaris

Don't know. I bought five and they have been sitting for a while -- I know they're pricey but it's a pretty cool mod!

i think you know what i'll be asking next

11-25-2008, 02:44 PM	#2
KCALB SIRAY それを吸ってください View User's Garage Drives: black sand lb Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 8,894	Garm, Is this brace adjustable? Looking at the threads and the nut, I'd assume so. __________________ http://lifesdailypimpslap.tumblr.com/#me My Build

11-25-2008, 02:46 PM	#3
cali yaris ULTIMATE View User's Garage Drives: 07 Yaris Turbo Join Date: May 2007 Location: Canoga Park, CA Posts: 14,859	yes it is, in both angle and distance. Mostly it's lining up the holes and then cinching the whole thing down nice and tight. __________________ 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.

11-25-2008, 02:48 PM	#4
KCALB SIRAY それを吸ってください View User's Garage Drives: black sand lb Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 8,894	If someone wanted to, they could replace the panels if they made the hole in them and put them on before locking it in, just a thought for the potential buyer. __________________ http://lifesdailypimpslap.tumblr.com/#me My Build

11-25-2008, 02:49 PM	#5
bikegerm View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Meteor LB Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Nashville, TN. Posts: 229	What will a brace like this do differently than mid and rear underbraces on the car? __________________ Randy LeRoy www.airshowmastering.com randy@airshowmastering.com

11-25-2008, 02:52 PM	#6
bdc87 HISTORY REPEATED 11/04/08 View User's Garage Drives: 07' MM Vitz LB Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Lake County, CA Posts: 355	What is the price on these again? __________________

11-25-2008, 02:53 PM	#7
KCALB SIRAY それを吸ってください View User's Garage Drives: black sand lb Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 8,894	My guess is chassis and body flex combined, The underbraces are targeting the frame flex __________________ http://lifesdailypimpslap.tumblr.com/#me My Build

11-25-2008, 03:03 PM	#8
cali yaris ULTIMATE View User's Garage Drives: 07 Yaris Turbo Join Date: May 2007 Location: Canoga Park, CA Posts: 14,859	chassis flex mostly -- I think you'll feel much more of a difference with this than underbracing, which basically overlays a single piece underbody anyway. This can be installed with the back seats in place, I'm hoping Thomas can find his pre-hack pics and post them up. I'm updating the store now to reduce the price to $399 with FREE shipping included. I have two left. __________________ 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.

11-25-2008, 03:56 PM	#9
KCALB SIRAY それを吸ってください View User's Garage Drives: black sand lb Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 8,894	So "yes" it can be installed with the back seats?. Nice! __________________ http://lifesdailypimpslap.tumblr.com/#me My Build

11-25-2008, 04:58 PM	#10
Tamago Start another Oil Thread! View User's Garage Drives: ZZW30 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: South FL Posts: 4,890	very nice brace! and mod power too!

11-25-2008, 05:04 PM	#11
DuckinOut QUACK~!!!!! View User's Garage Drives: Yaris LB Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: SoCal Posts: 329	looks nice ... i like it __________________ " ... I don't follow, thus i reign *SUPREME* . The only time i follow is when i follow my dreams ... "

11-26-2008, 12:12 AM	#13
eTiMaGo vroom vroom View User's Garage Drives: lil red 5-door Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Bangkok, Thailand Posts: 7,744	looks awesome, serves its purpose, what's not to like? These can be indeed installed with the rear seats, I have seen plenty of pics, I'll have to dig them up later __________________ The price of freedom of religion, or of speech, or of the press, is that we must put up with a good deal of rubbish. - Robert Jackson Bye bye 1NZ...

11-26-2008, 12:17 AM	#14
cleong Parallel Parking Pro View User's Garage Drives: Yaris 1.5 Manual Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Singapore Posts: 590	I think it'd be heaps better if it was welded into the bodyshell. __________________ Leong's NCP91 Toyota Yaris E Hankook V12 Evo 195/55/15 on Buddy Club P1 replicas 15x7 ET +38 Stebel horns, Philips Silvervision turn indicator bulbs TTE Lowering Springs, Camber bolts TRD Blue brake pads Fujitsubo Super Wagolis axleback exhaust DC Sports header

11-26-2008, 03:00 AM	#17
jkuchta View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Yaris hatch (red) Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: L.A. Posts: 557	Looks great Garm! Glad to see the panda getting ready for more track time!

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