Recent content by JesseG

Thanks for the suggestion I will keep those on my radar. I've always been a big fan of BFG tires. I'm also considering Yokohomas to get a Japanese tire.

Forced induction is the only way to make significant power, and at that point a GTI, Mazdaspeed 3, or WRX would be better options. Enjoy your Corolla you have a great setup already. And if you haven't done anything to the suspension that will help a lot to get coilovers, lowering springs, and...

That's what I did also, removed that scoop and curved piece. And removed the charcoal filter. I also installed a K&N panel filter. It has a nice growl when you really get on the throttle, otherwise it sounds just slightly louder than stock. A short ram intake will make the best sound, but I...

Sounds great! The little 2ZR can sound angry when it's allowed to breathe better.

AFAIK the charcoal filter is emissions related only. I don't think it would be a big concern about voiding the warranty. It's a non-serviceable filter. But I understand wanting to be safe as far as the warranty is concerned.

Sounds like it's time to visit the dealership. Do you have the Auto climate setting on? Just a suggestion but maybe disconnect the battery and see if it was just a programming glitch with the Auto setting?

I live in TX also and only use 87 octane, usually from Valero which is one of the few stations around with the "Top Tier" rating.

Is her car still under b2b warranty? If so get it to the dealership pronto. I'm guessing buying a replacement LED headlight won't be cheap. And I believe you have to buy the entire assembly. Let us know how it turns out!

My 16 Corolla S is my first car with a CVT and I've noticed you need to apply throttle very smoothly in stop and go traffic. Otherwise you feel the torque converter "shudder". But that is with acceleration, I haven't noticed anything during deceleration. OP, what happens when you use the paddle...

I'm shocked, they fixed the window, with no damage!! And no rattles, yet. Hahaha Ok well there is a small scratch on the door frame, but I can handle that.

Well I have an appt scheduled at my dealership tomorrow to get the window trim replaced. Wish me luck! I'm not thrilled about them taking the door panel off, but I don't have much choice.

I never noticed that in the 4 speed auto from my previous Corolla. It was slow to react, and not always very smooth with quick throttle changes. But it never felt like it was clunking in gear. Maybe have another dealership give you a second opinion. That can't be right.

Nice!!! A custom cold air intake will be nice, and it will still sound really good. A short ram intake sounds really nice also, a have a Takeda short ram from my 2013 Corolla. The holes for the heat shield don't line up correctly on my 2016 though.

I have to disagree, I think the CVTi-S in the Corolla S makes the car a lot more fun (if you want an auto not a manual). The paddle shifters I will admit aren't used a lot, but the 'Sport' mode setting is great. The car accelerates more aggressively and the steering is firmer. Yes the 'gears'...

Hi Neil! I can say that there is a difference between say a 1998 Toyota and a 2016. Some of that is probably cost cutting in order to stay competitive in today's car markets. We owned a 98 4Runner Limited for a long time before trading it in for my wife's 2015 RAV4. I will always believe in...