6MT owners....ALWAYS leave the car parked in gear, otherwise this can happen!!
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Believe it or not, even at half your age...both of my parents...who are like spiritual kind of free spirits tell me I'm way ahead of my time because I'm very aware of things like that. I've tried to live my life with a lot of self reflection probably since I was 25. Trying to realize what part I play in problems and trying to be the best person I can be. So far, it's very rewarding. I've noticed, even at 30...things that used to bother me so much aren't that big a deal...I even let people cut me off and I don't ALWAYS chase after them anymore to return the favor. People will be people...and I won't be able to change that. I can only worry about myself and how I feel about me. It's brought me great relationships with my family and girlfriend. I'm agnostic, but I feel peaceful and do my daily meditations/affirmations. I also recently changed my approach to repairing and modding things...I used to rush to get to the end result. Strippping bolts and breaking things and getting frustrated. Now, if I don't have the time to do it right...I wait. And when I do...I ONLY work when I feel like it, even if it means in stages. I realize now that the fun of doing all these things is the actual journey...not the destination.
Anyway...sorry, that was VERY off topic.
So, ummm...yeah, everyone adjust your e brake!
Anyway...sorry, that was VERY off topic.
So, ummm...yeah, everyone adjust your e brake!
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JON! the car was flawless man. It was amazing that you were able to drive so many miles with nothing having happened to it.
A new panel and some paint and she will be back to normal again.
I've been in the habit of always putting it in 1st and using the parking brake everytime the car is sitting, even in the garage.
Sorry to hear that happened!
A new panel and some paint and she will be back to normal again.
I've been in the habit of always putting it in 1st and using the parking brake everytime the car is sitting, even in the garage.
Sorry to hear that happened!
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That can't happen with the new remote starts that are designed for MT. The sequence to activate the RS requires you to put it in neutral and then set the P-brake before you get out of the car:
With engine still running, shift to N, press and hold brake pedal, set P-brake, release brake pedal. Push a button on the remote within 15 seconds. Turn the key off and remove key, car keeps running. Exit the car. Push the lock button. The RS CPU locks the doors, shuts off engine, and arms alarm/RS.
With engine still running, shift to N, press and hold brake pedal, set P-brake, release brake pedal. Push a button on the remote within 15 seconds. Turn the key off and remove key, car keeps running. Exit the car. Push the lock button. The RS CPU locks the doors, shuts off engine, and arms alarm/RS.
He said new quarter panel, new rear aspec skirt, maybe a new bumper, blend it all in, fix some of the other little bs on the car to bring it back to 100%. I'm bringing it in on Monday and I might ask him if he has time to do the roof in Black....I doubt it will happen, but I have to ask since it's going to be there for over a week.
To mmade22;
"Southernboy, thanks for adding great advice in this thread. I respect you at your age and I know have to say sorry for my other thread back in the day with my rap music and me getting on your case about the nothern transplants like me. My dad is your age and now that I know that, it all makes sense. Sorry for acting like a young yankee."
We're cool I'm sure. How do you like Charlotte? My youngest daughter's husband was there for a week for some class and was quite excited about it. Got my little girl all fired up about maybe moving down there. So how is it? And I like the heat. Hell, it gets hot in the summer where I live, too.
"Southernboy, thanks for adding great advice in this thread. I respect you at your age and I know have to say sorry for my other thread back in the day with my rap music and me getting on your case about the nothern transplants like me. My dad is your age and now that I know that, it all makes sense. Sorry for acting like a young yankee."
We're cool I'm sure. How do you like Charlotte? My youngest daughter's husband was there for a week for some class and was quite excited about it. Got my little girl all fired up about maybe moving down there. So how is it? And I like the heat. Hell, it gets hot in the summer where I live, too.
Our cars don't use the rear brake pads for the e-brake. Your e-brake is a drum located inside the rotor hat with separate brake shoes. These should pretty much be good for the life of the car since they are only used to hold a stationary car and will never wear out. If your parking brake isn't holding, it's a bad adjustment from the factory, or perhaps the cables are stretching/breaking-in...
EVERYONE GO ADJUST YOUR PARKING BRAKE LEVER!!!
EVERYONE GO ADJUST YOUR PARKING BRAKE LEVER!!!
JON! the car was flawless man. It was amazing that you were able to drive so many miles with nothing having happened to it.
A new panel and some paint and she will be back to normal again.
I've been in the habit of always putting it in 1st and using the parking brake everytime the car is sitting, even in the garage.
Sorry to hear that happened!
A new panel and some paint and she will be back to normal again.
I've been in the habit of always putting it in 1st and using the parking brake everytime the car is sitting, even in the garage.
Sorry to hear that happened!
It was kind of weird. I had spent three full days on my last mod making the car complete. I just finished my last project this past weekend and was so happy with the results. I put a little over 1000 bucks into it and countless labor. I would have really been upset had I had to pull it all out if she was totallled.
All new speakers (image Dynamics/Alpines), wiring, navone locs, 12 inch sub(old pioneer and custom sealed box), one four channel amp(cadence 100 wattsrms*4), one two channel amp(rockford fosgate 450S), and custom embroidery (done by me) on the custom trunk panels.
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To all the other guys in this thread, Thanks for the support!! I realize my mistake and it made me feel a little better reading all the other stories of past experiences. Shit Happens!!! Thanks fellas!!
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Wow, my TL is the first manual car for me after driving automatics for 10 years. After seeing in this thread I have been putting my car in 1st or reverse when I park depending on the location. And as mentioned before, I have killed my car a couple times because I would let off the clutch thinking that it is in neutral.
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Trevor always told me, if I needed a good body shop, he had a guy that would make it right. Well, he sent me over to Collision Specialties in Indian Trail off of Independence. Mark Mahoney is the owner and he and I went over the car together and I gotta say, he looked it over more than I ever would have. He picked up the things I missed...That's why he's in the business and i'm a customer.
He said new quarter panel, new rear aspec skirt, maybe a new bumper, blend it all in, fix some of the other little bs on the car to bring it back to 100%. I'm bringing it in on Monday and I might ask him if he has time to do the roof in Black....I doubt it will happen, but I have to ask since it's going to be there for over a week.
All new speakers (image Dynamics/Alpines), wiring, navone locs, 12 inch sub(old pioneer and custom sealed box), one four channel amp(cadence 100 wattsrms*4), one two channel amp(rockford fosgate 450S), and custom embroidery (done by me) on the custom trunk panels.
Nice, that's pretty close to me. I live in Indian Trail, almost next to the Wal-Mart Supercenter.
Sounds like the guy should do a real nice job on the TL. I'm sure he could do the black roof, that would ultimately complete your TL
BTW, sick system!!! Can't wait to hear how it sounds, it's something I'd do but it's last on my list of mods.
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Hey man, Trevor told me about what happened and my heart broke for you... haha. Best wishes getting her all repaired again!
If it makes you feel any better, I bought a 50" plasma while I was in VA over Christmas. I tried to make it fit in the back seat and the stand ripped apart my door panel and the back of my driver's seat
If it makes you feel any better, I bought a 50" plasma while I was in VA over Christmas. I tried to make it fit in the back seat and the stand ripped apart my door panel and the back of my driver's seat
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Thanks guys, yeah it was a very stupid expensive lesson. WRX- That sucks about your interior! At least you got a nice TV at home! I still haven't gotten the car back. I hope to have it back this week. I dropped it off Monday and they are going to repair the quarter panel since Gieco wouldn't spring for a new one. It really isn't that bad and from what I understand, replacing the panel is a lot of work! He is painting the quarter panel, trunk, rear bumper, and my black emblem.
My other rear quarter panel had been painted before I got the car as I found repair marks to the very bottom of the quarter panel corner. I asked him if he could make it all right and blend it in the right way. Mark said he will take care of it for me.
I warned him I'm almost as anal as Trevor (we both laughed) so it has to be right or I will refuse the car. Mark is well respected in the in the business so I'm not worried.
I have renters insurance so Gieco hooked me up with a loner for up to two weeks...
I went from this...............
To this..............
I drove it to Hilton Head Island, SC....Columbus, GA....Louden, TN....Spartanburg, SC...Elkin, NC and then finally made it home yesterday. 1400 total miles in five days and used a total of 24 gallons.. Drove 75-80 mph all day and averaged 47 mpg.
I thought the Prius was cool and all until I was driving and a good looking girl was driving next to me in a CLK Mercades and I looked over at her, she looked at me, and then I realized real quick....Nothing is cool about a prius! I think she was looking for my boyfriend in the back seat ....lol. I need my TL back soon.
Way off topic I know but I just did this shirt for a lucky member on here....Please don't ask if I can do one for you...It's a gift to him. I just really liked how it came out on the Nike golf shirt.
Thanks guys, yeah it was a very stupid expensive lesson. WRX- That sucks about your interior! At least you got a nice TV at home! I still haven't gotten the car back. I hope to have it back this week. I dropped it off Monday and they are going to repair the quarter panel since Gieco wouldn't spring for a new one. It really isn't that bad and from what I understand, replacing the panel is a lot of work! He is painting the quarter panel, trunk, rear bumper, and my black emblem.
My other rear quarter panel had been painted before I got the car as I found repair marks to the very bottom of the quarter panel corner. I asked him if he could make it all right and blend it in the right way. Mark said he will take care of it for me.
I warned him I'm almost as anal as Trevor (we both laughed) so it has to be right or I will refuse the car. Mark is well respected in the in the business so I'm not worried.
I have renters insurance so Gieco hooked me up with a loner for up to two weeks...
I went from this...............
To this..............
I drove it to Hilton Head Island, SC....Columbus, GA....Louden, TN....Spartanburg, SC...Elkin, NC and then finally made it home yesterday. 1400 total miles in five days and used a total of 24 gallons.. Drove 75-80 mph all day and averaged 47 mpg.
I thought the Prius was cool and all until I was driving and a good looking girl was driving next to me in a CLK Mercades and I looked over at her, she looked at me, and then I realized real quick....Nothing is cool about a prius! I think she was looking for my boyfriend in the back seat ....lol. I need my TL back soon.
Way off topic I know but I just did this shirt for a lucky member on here....Please don't ask if I can do one for you...It's a gift to him. I just really liked how it came out on the Nike golf shirt.
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I don't know if you realize but the prius causes just as much pollution as driving a hummer around for 300k. The metal for the batteries have to be mined, I think in Canada. Then it has to be flown or shipped and assembled where ever they make those batteries. Then it has to be flown or shipped to the assembly plant. That is a lot of jet fuel or diesel for shipping. Not to mention you plug it in to soak electricity up which in turn is made from coal.
Plus it looks stupid.
Plus it looks stupid.
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I've been driving manuals for 12 years and never had any of them slip off the e-brake... I'm not sure why so many think putting it in gear is necessary unless on a steep incline.
Sorry about the car, but at least your damage was minimal.
Sorry about the car, but at least your damage was minimal.
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I don't know if you realize but the prius causes just as much pollution as driving a hummer around for 300k. The metal for the batteries have to be mined, I think in Canada. Then it has to be flown or shipped and assembled where ever they make those batteries. Then it has to be flown or shipped to the assembly plant. That is a lot of jet fuel or diesel for shipping. Not to mention you plug it in to soak electricity up which in turn is made from coal.
Plus it looks stupid.
Plus it looks stupid.
Jon, I hope your ride is looking tight as hell when you get it back today. I think the wait is gonna be worth it as Mark seemed to pretty good at what he does when we were at his shop. It has been a little odd to see you getting in and out of a Prius these past few weeks.
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I don't think the purpose of his posting that picture was to make everyone think he is going green. It was mainly to show how he went from a super badass car to a not so badass car that gets 47mpg. You should really bring your research on how much pollution the Prius causes to the EPA and Toyota as I am sure they are not aware of all the useful information and research you have put into that last post.
Jon, I hope your ride is looking tight as hell when you get it back today. I think the wait is gonna be worth it as Mark seemed to pretty good at what he does when we were at his shop. It has been a little odd to see you getting in and out of a Prius these past few weeks.
Jon, I hope your ride is looking tight as hell when you get it back today. I think the wait is gonna be worth it as Mark seemed to pretty good at what he does when we were at his shop. It has been a little odd to see you getting in and out of a Prius these past few weeks.
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Now Im a bit scared.
I replaced my rotors/pads last weekend and when I pulled one of the rotors off, the ebrake assembly fell apart a bit. Not knowing how to put it back together nor having a replacement brake pad for it (was falling apart) I decided to just take out the whole assembly so it didnt cause issues while driving. So now I'm just parking and leaving the car in gear. I usually use both ebrake and leave the car in gear. Luckily most of the places I park are on level ground.
Is there a gear that is more beneficial to leave the car in? or are they all the same as far as holding the car in place? Im guessing first gear is the strongest?
I replaced my rotors/pads last weekend and when I pulled one of the rotors off, the ebrake assembly fell apart a bit. Not knowing how to put it back together nor having a replacement brake pad for it (was falling apart) I decided to just take out the whole assembly so it didnt cause issues while driving. So now I'm just parking and leaving the car in gear. I usually use both ebrake and leave the car in gear. Luckily most of the places I park are on level ground.
Is there a gear that is more beneficial to leave the car in? or are they all the same as far as holding the car in place? Im guessing first gear is the strongest?
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What does $rth mean. Your an idiot and most of your lame posts point that out. And to be quite honest with you I think most of us ate with a spoon as baby.
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Now Im a bit scared.
I replaced my rotors/pads last weekend and when I pulled one of the rotors off, the ebrake assembly fell apart a bit. Not knowing how to put it back together nor having a replacement brake pad for it (was falling apart) I decided to just take out the whole assembly so it didnt cause issues while driving. So now I'm just parking and leaving the car in gear. I usually use both ebrake and leave the car in gear. Luckily most of the places I park are on level ground.
Is there a gear that is more beneficial to leave the car in? or are they all the same as far as holding the car in place? Im guessing first gear is the strongest?
I replaced my rotors/pads last weekend and when I pulled one of the rotors off, the ebrake assembly fell apart a bit. Not knowing how to put it back together nor having a replacement brake pad for it (was falling apart) I decided to just take out the whole assembly so it didnt cause issues while driving. So now I'm just parking and leaving the car in gear. I usually use both ebrake and leave the car in gear. Luckily most of the places I park are on level ground.
Is there a gear that is more beneficial to leave the car in? or are they all the same as far as holding the car in place? Im guessing first gear is the strongest?
I had always used first (lowest gear), however I just read in the TL service manual that it says to put it in R if jacking up rear end. I interpret that to mean: put it in R if facing downhill, 1st if level or uphill.
Anyhow, moot point for me now since I have a remote start and need to leave it in neutral. But I did adjust my e-brake thanks to this thread
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The mods have already told you to tone it down in another thread. I'm sure your about to get another warning.
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Sounds like you miss being the hall monitor.
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I don't know if you realize but the prius causes just as much pollution as driving a hummer around for 300k. The metal for the batteries have to be mined, I think in Canada. Then it has to be flown or shipped and assembled where ever they make those batteries. Then it has to be flown or shipped to the assembly plant. That is a lot of jet fuel or diesel for shipping. Not to mention you plug it in to soak electricity up which in turn is made from coal.
Plus it looks stupid.
Plus it looks stupid.
Bender, you love to F*ck with people in all differnet threads to get a rise out of people. If thats what gets you off in life, great. I don't care what you said in this thread but other threads you've graced your presence with. You won't be here long.....It's just a hunch.
I don't think the purpose of his posting that picture was to make everyone think he is going green. It was mainly to show how he went from a super badass car to a not so badass car that gets 47mpg. You should really bring your research on how much pollution the Prius causes to the EPA and Toyota as I am sure they are not aware of all the useful information and research you have put into that last post.
Jon, I hope your ride is looking tight as hell when you get it back today. I think the wait is gonna be worth it as Mark seemed to pretty good at what he does when we were at his shop. It has been a little odd to see you getting in and out of a Prius these past few weeks.
Jon, I hope your ride is looking tight as hell when you get it back today. I think the wait is gonna be worth it as Mark seemed to pretty good at what he does when we were at his shop. It has been a little odd to see you getting in and out of a Prius these past few weeks.
Well, the floor got a lot of use in the past three years and the brake fluid is what did the floor in. It peeled up in spots, so I scraped up all the spots and sanded the rest and put another coat down. Only this time, I cleared it. Night and Day difference...
I'll let you guys be the judge....I did this in October. So far, so good!
Before
After!
You can almost see your face
I made a fold up table with some extra wood to play dice and cards on.
Folded up and put away....Everything has it's place.
That is very true.
Now Im a bit scared.
I replaced my rotors/pads last weekend and when I pulled one of the rotors off, the ebrake assembly fell apart a bit. Not knowing how to put it back together nor having a replacement brake pad for it (was falling apart) I decided to just take out the whole assembly so it didnt cause issues while driving. So now I'm just parking and leaving the car in gear. I usually use both ebrake and leave the car in gear. Luckily most of the places I park are on level ground.
Is there a gear that is more beneficial to leave the car in? or are they all the same as far as holding the car in place? Im guessing first gear is the strongest?
I replaced my rotors/pads last weekend and when I pulled one of the rotors off, the ebrake assembly fell apart a bit. Not knowing how to put it back together nor having a replacement brake pad for it (was falling apart) I decided to just take out the whole assembly so it didnt cause issues while driving. So now I'm just parking and leaving the car in gear. I usually use both ebrake and leave the car in gear. Luckily most of the places I park are on level ground.
Is there a gear that is more beneficial to leave the car in? or are they all the same as far as holding the car in place? Im guessing first gear is the strongest?
No but another member close to home.
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whoa! nicely refinished!.. yeah that damn BF.. better your epoxy floors than your beautiful paint.
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I'm obviously new here so I'm unfamiliar with his past posts, but the comments were indeed childish and unwarranted. Sounds like someone misses being the playground bully.
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Because it's the smart thing to do and also... shit happens.
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This car is alot more modded now. Im hoping that should i keep the car, I will get wheels and coilovers next.
Im really hoping to make the next Charlotte meet a big priority.
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The black TL was sooo much better in shape than my current one . The Previous owner didnt take great care of it, so I have had to give it alot of TLC. I just drove a V6 TSX loaner car, so im fighting the urge to not take a serious look at one.
This car is alot more modded now. Im hoping that should i keep the car, I will get wheels and coilovers next.
Im really hoping to make the next Charlotte meet a big priority.
This car is alot more modded now. Im hoping that should i keep the car, I will get wheels and coilovers next.
Im really hoping to make the next Charlotte meet a big priority.
Nice Chris! Hey TrevorT (local member) has his EDFC and Tein setup out of his type-s and wants to sell it. Low miles and all is there for the best setup you can buy. TSX v6 seems nice but I think my next car (years from now) is going to be a 08-09 GS350. Nice car and another one thats great on gas. I think the new 6-speed TL is nice, just going to be really hard to find a used one. Time will tell. I hope to see you at the next meet.