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02-18-2017, 02:59 PM | #1 |
Drives: 2007 Yaris 5 door RS Join Date: Nov 2014
Location: Kitchener, ON
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Big rust hole at rear control arm
I was about to replace the exhaust system on my yaris when I found this major rust hole (it was smaller until I beat all the loose stuff away with a screwdriver).
What are the chances I can get that repaired by a professional welder? I know someone who is willing to do work like this, but the last thing I had repaired (rear control arm torn out of subframe on a Jeep WJ) looked a lot easier to fix. This area seems to have a lot more bends. Or is the car done for? I don't know how much stress that area takes, I can only guess, and to me it looks pretty darn important that the rear control arm and the axle stabilizer link (I think that's what that is in the middle of the pic) stay where they are... :( Unfortunately, I couldn't zoom out any further for more context. This is just in front of the right rear wheel well underneath the car. |
02-19-2017, 08:37 AM | #2 |
Drives: 2010 yaris 3 door hatch Join Date: Jun 2013
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I'd replace the whole axle from a junkyard.
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02-19-2017, 03:22 PM | #3 |
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obviously does not comprehend the issue.
You ask if the car is toast and I'd have to say darn close to it. Is that the only weak spot that has developed, or are there other areas of concern with your under-body? Looks to me like it has never been rust proofed in its life and given the age of vehicle, I've got real concerns for its condition.
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02-19-2017, 05:27 PM | #4 | |
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02-19-2017, 09:28 AM | #5 |
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Drives: 09 Meteoric Metallic HB Join Date: Feb 2011
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That's really bad! I think you might be able to cobble up something, but that's a major structural point for the rear suspension. You'd probably have to replace most of the underbody panel in that area to keep it structurally sound. Eek!
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02-19-2017, 11:29 AM | #6 |
Drives: 2007 2-door hatchback Join Date: Jul 2016
Location: USAnotCA
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Rust
pull the rear seat, carpet, and plastic covers over wheel arches and behind
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02-19-2017, 04:08 PM | #7 |
Drives: Yaris T-Sport Join Date: Nov 2016
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Had this car been submerged to sea water ??
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02-19-2017, 06:29 PM | #8 |
Drives: Yaris T-Sport Join Date: Nov 2016
Location: Finland
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Which year model that car is and where it is built ??
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02-20-2017, 08:40 PM | #9 |
Drives: 2007 Yaris 5 door RS Join Date: Nov 2014
Location: Kitchener, ON
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Sorry, it's a hole in the part of the subframe that the control arm connects to.
Yeah, it looks like it's done. Found a deal on a Mistubishi Mirage, so I'm gonna end up with that. Was fun owning a Yaris while it lasted! And yes, there's lots of rust everywhere else, but that's the only point so crispy my screwdriver went through it. The other side looks like a shipwreck, though. I bet the original owner never rustproofed it. I did have it oil sprayed a little over a year ago (I've owned this car for a bit over 2 years? I can't remember exactly) but you can't fix issues like that. In November I sprayed a full can of rust converter on all the rust spots, including that one, but with rust that bad, she's dead. It's a 2007 Yaris. I'm not sure which factory built it. What's the easiest way to find out? I expect I'll end up giving this car to the dealer when I buy the Mirage. Otherwise, I'm hoping to get $500 at an auto auction. Everything else works well. I even replaced much of the front end (control arms, tie rods, wheel bearings, etc) a year ago! (Yes, I know the Mirage has no power and that it's ridiculously low end, but I want pure gas mileage at the right price, in a car that's easy to fix and it fits the bill. So does the Yaris, except for the price part). First thing I'm doing is taking it to Krown for rustproofing and bringing it back there yearly to keep up the rustproofing warranty. I hate seeing good cars go to the junkyard for nothing. Assuming I buy the Mirage, I will have a brand new catalytic converter, brand new muffler, and associated parts (bolt kit, gaskets) I need to sell. Anyone in need? If you're in Canada (Especially Kitchener/Waterloo/Cambridge/Guelph/Mississauga Ontario area) they're going to be the right price, trust me. |
02-21-2017, 05:33 PM | #10 |
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Details please.
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02-22-2017, 04:50 PM | #11 |
Drives: 2007 Yaris 5 door RS Join Date: Nov 2014
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Parts are from RockAuto:
Catalytic Converter (48 State): EASTERN CATALYTIC 40845 ECO III Includes downpipe gasket and muffler gasket. Includes hardware (spring/bolt/nuts) for the downpipe. Includes clamp for catback pipe. I am also throwing in an extra spring/bolt/nut kit for the muffler section. Fits 07 - 11 Yaris Hatchback. I also have a Walker Muffler (can't remember the number, but it's the one that does NOT look like OEM but fits just fine--actually bought that from HotSpot) + bolts/spring/nut kit + muffler gasket + downpipe gasket to sell. I figure $300 for the catalytic converter and associated parts, and $50 for the muffler and associated parts. Brand new in box. If you are interested, make an offer. :) I drive from Kitchener to Pearson Airport every day for work so if you're on the 401 in that area I can arrange to drop it off. Or if you're nearby Kitchener or Pearson Airport, maybe I can deliver it. |
02-22-2017, 05:11 PM | #12 | |
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I'm 2km from the 401/Winston Churchill exchange.
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02-22-2017, 05:19 PM | #13 |
Drives: 2007 Yaris 5 door RS Join Date: Nov 2014
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No problem. PM me once you've checked and you are certain you want it and we can arrange for me to drop it off. :) Would be around 6:00 - 7:00 pm depending on traffic.
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02-20-2017, 10:31 PM | #14 |
2ZR swap. DO IT! Ask how!
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If you have the space and time, a part-out might be more profitable in the long run, and may help others in the Yaris community. I know not everyone can be like CTScott and strip it to the frame and store it in the garage, but every little bit can help.
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02-21-2017, 09:21 AM | #15 | |
Drives: 2007 Yaris 5 door RS Join Date: Nov 2014
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If I send it off to a junkyard, I'll let y'all know which one so you can pick it bare. :) |
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02-21-2017, 05:40 AM | #16 |
Drives: 08 Sedan Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Toronto
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WHAT THE!!!!... Like what KimmoKekki said!... where has your car been?
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02-21-2017, 09:05 AM | #17 |
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I am hoping Yaris ownership is not a repeat of (original) Volkswagen Beetle ownership. The last few years with the Beetle was a losing battle against rust. Everything else worked great. The Beetle was probably more repairable than the Yaris as the structure points were the heater channels and the tunnel/pan and the heater channels could be replaced. Not easily but doable. Sheet metal and fiberglass panels were also available to replace non structural parts.
Back in the late 1980s I was visiting a friend who repaired Volkswagens and he had Beetles piled two high on a flatbread and was taking them to the junk yard as scrap. He said every one of them ran but they were too rotted out to fix and he had enough spare parts. Nowadays he could have made a fortune on eBay. Last edited by Sirius-XM; 02-21-2017 at 03:46 PM. |
02-21-2017, 09:30 AM | #18 | |
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(This thread indicates Mind of Toyota gave Yaris the corrosion protection of circa 1987-91 Tercel/FX-16/Corolla) |
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