Scion xB Update
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Scion xB Update
So as many of you already know, I finally got my xB. I immediately changed the wheels on it to replace the nasty wheel covers that it comes with. Last night I further added to the list by installing lowering springs, a rear sway bar (car never had one to begin with) and a front strut tower bar. The way Scion did the suspension, the rear wheels sit a little further in the vehicle, which makes it look a little weird. Instead of putting spacers and having to put longer studs, someone made a 10mm "shim", which goes behind the wheel hub, and pushes out the hub closer matching the front wheels. With that, I also added 5mm spacers on top of that, so the wheels/tires are practically flush with the fender, giving it a pretty good stance. It makes the car handle like it's riding on rails, and the "fun" factor goes up a lot. Overall I'm pleased with the car, it could use a little more power and a higher performance clutch, but those things I'd probably consider going forward when I get an itch in my pocket. I didn't have the chance to take any pics yet, I'll try to take some later on. Lastly, I ordered custom plates, it pretty much answers any of the comments, curiosities and remarks that people have to say about the car:
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I was by your work the other day Ed, my friend gets some work done at 212 every now and then. When I turned the corner I saw your car (or is it truck? crossover vehicle? whatever...) and my friend made a funny comment like, ''WOW look at that Scion!'' I told him that it was your car because I saw it on the board, and he started laughing. That plate is priceless.
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