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by redtrdmatrix
Wed Nov 17, 2004 12:23 pm
Forum: Latest News
Topic: 2005 Accessories from RK Sport
Replies: 11
Views: 5305

Re: 2005 Accessories from RK Sport (trdvibe)

The body kit looks real good.
by redtrdmatrix
Sat Mar 06, 2004 2:08 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: new wheels/tires
Replies: 14
Views: 2235

Re: new wheels/tires (Sunny)

Quote, originally posted by Sunny »It says on each of his postings: 2003 AWD Neptune, That's blue Eh! You're right That's what you get when you log in so late I think that the dark color will look sweet with the blue
by redtrdmatrix
Fri Mar 05, 2004 3:58 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Help me decide which one!
Replies: 51
Views: 10527

Re: Help me decide which one! (GT_03)

#3 gets my vote
by redtrdmatrix
Fri Mar 05, 2004 3:54 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: New 5zigen rims from Devlop
Replies: 25
Views: 4422

Re: New 5zigen rims from Devlop (Devlop)

Time for pics
by redtrdmatrix
Fri Mar 05, 2004 3:52 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: dunlop tires on vibe
Replies: 14
Views: 2179

Re: dunlop tires on vibe (DavidPIL)

Try these from Falken :
by redtrdmatrix
Fri Mar 05, 2004 3:49 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: new wheels/tires
Replies: 14
Views: 2235

Re: new wheels/tires (drw2514)

Wheels look awesome BTW what color is your car?
by redtrdmatrix
Fri Mar 05, 2004 3:46 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: What is this size???
Replies: 2
Views: 717

Re: What is this size??? (MadBill)

5 on 4.5" = 5 on 114.3mm which will not work on our cars since we need a 5 on 100mm.
by redtrdmatrix
Fri Mar 05, 2004 3:40 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Which wheels look the best?
Replies: 18
Views: 3357

Re: Which wheels look the best? (Vibe)

The first one took my vote but the only drawback to that wheel is the weight: 29 lbs.
by redtrdmatrix
Mon Nov 03, 2003 2:57 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Vibration at 70+
Replies: 20
Views: 4448

Re: Vibration at 70+ (jjhendri)

You could always try a different brand of tires
by redtrdmatrix
Mon Nov 03, 2003 2:41 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Dual Exhaust! Check it Out...
Replies: 60
Views: 14101

Re: Dual Exhaust! Check it Out... (MadBill)

Props for originality
by redtrdmatrix
Wed Aug 27, 2003 2:47 pm
Forum: Forced Induction
Topic: Sc specs and price.
Replies: 20
Views: 4032

Re: Sc specs and price. (silverawd26)

A turbo is beginning to look better everytime I think about how cra!@#y the specs on this S/C are
by redtrdmatrix
Thu Aug 07, 2003 3:12 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: TRD Quickshifter
Replies: 11
Views: 2021

Re: TRD Quickshifter (mu_ohio)

That's the reason why I didn't get one
by redtrdmatrix
Wed Jun 18, 2003 1:10 pm
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: spring ?
Replies: 18
Views: 3136

Re: spring ? (silverawd26)

I can say that Teins look good but they're pretty bouncy.Just check out my pics on http://www.redtrdmatrix.com
by redtrdmatrix
Mon Jun 09, 2003 12:25 am
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: Pics of my car with Tein springs
Replies: 2
Views: 920

Re: Pics of my car with Tein springs (cohocarl)

They are a little bit harsher than stock and now I've got to park far from the curb and I have to watch out for steep entrances cuz my front lip is pretty low.
by redtrdmatrix
Sun Jun 08, 2003 2:03 pm
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: Pics of my car with Tein springs
Replies: 2
Views: 920

Pics of my car with Tein springs

Just go to the link below: www.redtrdmatrix.com
by redtrdmatrix
Thu May 29, 2003 3:15 pm
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: Hotchkis springs on my XRS
Replies: 19
Views: 3722

Re: Hotchkis springs on my XRS (abyss gt)

Off topic but hey abyss gt are you from portugal? Fala portugues?
by redtrdmatrix
Thu May 29, 2003 3:07 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Pics of my Trix
Replies: 4
Views: 1061

Re: Pics of my Trix (Triton GT)

Thanks for the positive feedback
by redtrdmatrix
Wed May 28, 2003 4:36 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Pics of my Trix
Replies: 4
Views: 1061

Pics of my Trix

Here are a few shots of my Radiant Red Trix http://www.redtrdmatrix.netfirms.com/html/photos.html
by redtrdmatrix
Thu May 22, 2003 9:07 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: TRD Muffler & CAI: "Check Engine" Light ON
Replies: 4
Views: 1618

Re: TRD Muffler & CAI: "Check Engine" Light ON (silverawd26)

Send it to me I'll test it for you(just don't expect to get it back ).
by redtrdmatrix
Thu May 22, 2003 6:20 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: custom air intake
Replies: 41
Views: 8450

Re: custom air intake (MadBill)

Damn that's hot I guess you could cook some eggs and bacon for breakfast all within the comforts of your car
by redtrdmatrix
Wed May 21, 2003 5:46 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: custom air intake
Replies: 41
Views: 8450

Re: custom air intake (Sub-Vibe-R)

Is he using a hair dryer motor LOL
by redtrdmatrix
Tue May 20, 2003 2:06 pm
Forum: Pontiac, GM SPO, & TRD Accessories
Topic: Supercharger: Are you for real this time?
Replies: 10
Views: 2435

Re: Supercharger: Are you for real this time? (gwm)

The S/C is not gonna work with the existing intakes that are currently offered to the public. But I'm sure some company will offer one if there's enought ppl interested in it.
by redtrdmatrix
Tue May 20, 2003 2:02 pm
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: Project (Way Too) Big Boots Resurfaces!
Replies: 24
Views: 7726

Re: Project (MadBill)

If you were planning on going with a wheel that wide you should've gotten some Eibach Pro Kit or TRD springs
by redtrdmatrix
Tue May 20, 2003 1:59 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: custom air intake
Replies: 41
Views: 8450

Re: custom air intake (dillpickle1000)

Have you dynoed it to backup your statement ?
by redtrdmatrix
Tue May 20, 2003 1:44 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: modified vibe!!!
Replies: 15
Views: 4832

Re: modified vibe!!! (dillpickle1000)

This is not considered latest news
by redtrdmatrix
Mon May 19, 2003 6:34 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Enkei wheels pic
Replies: 5
Views: 1511

Re: Enkei wheels pic (Ironman)

Damn that looks nice. Only drawback is that there is way more spokes for cleaning than a simple 5 spoke.
by redtrdmatrix
Sat May 17, 2003 5:12 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Millie Miglia Evo5's
Replies: 14
Views: 3168

Re: Millie Miglia Evo5's (NSimkins)

Those tires look too skinny with a 17x8 wheel(no rim protection). A guy over at matrixowners got some 17x8 Mille Miglia Impera wheels with 235/45 tires and he says that they don't rub a single bit and they looked perfect on the rims.
by redtrdmatrix
Fri May 16, 2003 4:25 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Millie Miglia Evo5's
Replies: 14
Views: 3168

Re: Millie Miglia Evo5's (E-Man)

You should have gotten some 235/45R17 tires .
by redtrdmatrix
Thu May 15, 2003 1:03 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Boyd Coddington Smoothe 2s
Replies: 10
Views: 2059

Re: Boyd Coddington Smoothe 2s (meathead333)

Looks good just needs a drop
by redtrdmatrix
Tue May 06, 2003 2:47 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: SLP Ram Air hood, now with PAINT!
Replies: 35
Views: 6554

Re: SLP Ram Air hood, now with PAINT! (NovaResource)

Damn that hood looks sweet
by redtrdmatrix
Mon May 05, 2003 1:30 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: Toyota Echo Hatchback
Replies: 13
Views: 3526

Re: Toyota Echo Hatchback (Big_Red)

I like it
by redtrdmatrix
Wed Apr 09, 2003 6:24 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Best CD Player...
Replies: 27
Views: 5603

Re: Best CD Player... (Lorin)

quote:I put an Alpine in my van, but I'm not getting my money's worth 'cause the kids keep damaging the rear speakers... http://www.alpine1.com/html/D2_n_1_n_n.html Time to get some better aftermarket speakers. I got myself some infinity reference 625i and they sound great. To tell you the truth the...
by redtrdmatrix
Wed Apr 09, 2003 6:03 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Conti Tires > Evaporated!!!!!
Replies: 28
Views: 8360

Re: Conti Tires > Evaporated!!!!! (ragingfish)

15k miles on my Firestone SZ50 215/50ZR17 tires and they are still holding up great and not a single problem. And one more thing these tires have a UTQG rating of only 200 but even with such a low number they are wearing evenly on all four corners and it still has a great deal of life left on them e...
by redtrdmatrix
Tue Mar 25, 2003 1:31 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: 18" Rims
Replies: 24
Views: 4166

Re: 18" Rims (latina_qt)

I'm glad that I got the 17" option instead of the moonroof
by redtrdmatrix
Tue Mar 18, 2003 2:16 pm
Forum: Handling, Suspension, & Brakes
Topic: Lowering Springs
Replies: 24
Views: 6191

Re: Lowering Springs (vb4444)

The car looks extremely good. Just hope the shocks don't wear out too quick By the way how long did it take?
by redtrdmatrix
Fri Mar 14, 2003 10:05 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Project "Big Boots", Phase I
Replies: 30
Views: 8335

Re: Project "Big Boots", Phase I (silverawd26)

Not trying to flame here but those tires are huge. What do you expect to gain from this upgrade cuz the only thing I can think of is more air drag = slower speeds(or more traction but only if you do alot of autocrossing) and not to mention that the wide tires in the rear and slim tires in the front ...
by redtrdmatrix
Fri Mar 14, 2003 3:50 am
Forum: Latest News
Topic: TRD Quickshifter
Replies: 19
Views: 5057

Re: TRD Quickshifter (millster)

Here's a link on how to install it: http://www.matrixowners.com/modules.php ... pic&t=4930 I can tell you that it's not a 2 hour job and there will be cutting involved.
by redtrdmatrix
Thu Mar 13, 2003 3:37 pm
Forum: Latest News
Topic: TRD Quickshifter
Replies: 19
Views: 5057

TRD Quickshifter

TRD Quickshifter for Matrix equipped with manual transmission. Constructed of machined billet aluminum, the TRD Quickshifter shortens shift throws approximately 25%. The shortshifter will work on either 5 or 6 speed Matrix base, XR, and XRS. The new TRD Quickshifter features a clear anodized finish ...
by redtrdmatrix
Fri Feb 28, 2003 2:52 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: Mazda MX Sortif
Replies: 6
Views: 3952

Re: Mazda MX Sortif (silverawd26)

I think it looks kind of like the front end of the mazda6 which looks awesome.
by redtrdmatrix
Mon Feb 24, 2003 1:19 pm
Forum: Latest News
Topic: TRD Cold Air Intake!!!!
Replies: 18
Views: 11104

TRD Cold Air Intake!!!!

Matrix TRD Cold Air IntakeNow available for the first time from TRD is a Cold Air Intake for the Toyota Matrix. Designed to fit all Matrix models (no 4WD), TRD’s Cold Air Intake offers up to 11 additional horsepower and 9 lb.-ft of torque. The intake features an aluminum tube, powder-coated in can...
by redtrdmatrix
Wed Feb 19, 2003 1:56 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: No Grip!
Replies: 10
Views: 1839

Re: No Grip! (silverawd26)

12,000 miles on my Firehawks and not a single problem( the only one with problems were the Wilderness and not the other tires ).
by redtrdmatrix
Tue Feb 18, 2003 2:15 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Best CD Player...
Replies: 27
Views: 5603

Re: Best CD Player... (Mr. Poopypants)

I got an Alpine on my car.
by redtrdmatrix
Tue Feb 18, 2003 2:06 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Recommend speakers please!!
Replies: 12
Views: 2704

Re: Recommend speakers please!! (MYKIDSGT)

I my infinity speakers
by redtrdmatrix
Tue Feb 18, 2003 1:57 pm
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Synthetic Oil Use...
Replies: 47
Views: 8536

Re: Synthetic Oil Use... (QUIKAG)

TO THE RESCUE!!!!!
by redtrdmatrix
Tue Feb 18, 2003 1:54 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Which CAI?
Replies: 34
Views: 7386

Re: Which CAI? (silverawd26)

I would go with Injen since they are CARB legal
by redtrdmatrix
Tue Feb 18, 2003 1:48 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Insurance rates?
Replies: 31
Views: 6859

Re: Insurance rates? (robdog)

I pay $104.00 per month for full coverage with Farmers insurance.