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Member ID: kangarod

Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba

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2005 Toyota Echo

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Last updated: Apr 27, 2006

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Kanga Rod’s Toyota Echo:
“Vitz RS”

  • Currently 4/5 Stars.
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My Perrin lightweight crank pully came in this week (just in time for the show) so tonight (07/14) I threw that in.

PERRIN LIGHTWEIGHT CRANK PULLY

kangarod's 2005 Toyota Echo Winnipeg, MB Customized with DC Sports Header, AEM Intake, TRD Body Kit, TRD Shift Knob, Perrin Engine Comps., Tanabe Strut Bars, TEIN Springs, Konig Wheels, Toyo Tires, CompuSTAR Security, Phoenix Gold Amplifier, Pioneer Head Unit, Borla Exhaust - 104


kangarod's 2005 Toyota Echo Winnipeg, MB Customized with DC Sports Header, AEM Intake, TRD Body Kit, TRD Shift Knob, Perrin Engine Comps., Tanabe Strut Bars, TEIN Springs, Konig Wheels, Toyo Tires, CompuSTAR Security, Phoenix Gold Amplifier, Pioneer Head Unit, Borla Exhaust - 109


kangarod's 2005 Toyota Echo Winnipeg, MB Customized with DC Sports Header, AEM Intake, TRD Body Kit, TRD Shift Knob, Perrin Engine Comps., Tanabe Strut Bars, TEIN Springs, Konig Wheels, Toyo Tires, CompuSTAR Security, Phoenix Gold Amplifier, Pioneer Head Unit, Borla Exhaust - 103kangarod's 2005 Toyota Echo Winnipeg, MB Customized with DC Sports Header, AEM Intake, TRD Body Kit, TRD Shift Knob, Perrin Engine Comps., Tanabe Strut Bars, TEIN Springs, Konig Wheels, Toyo Tires, CompuSTAR Security, Phoenix Gold Amplifier, Pioneer Head Unit, Borla Exhaust - 105

It has to be like 1/4 the weight of the stock one. When you lift up the OEM piece and compare it to the Perrin, it makes it feel so heavy.

kangarod's 2005 Toyota Echo Winnipeg, MB Customized with DC Sports Header, AEM Intake, TRD Body Kit, TRD Shift Knob, Perrin Engine Comps., Tanabe Strut Bars, TEIN Springs, Konig Wheels, Toyo Tires, CompuSTAR Security, Phoenix Gold Amplifier, Pioneer Head Unit, Borla Exhaust - 107kangarod's 2005 Toyota Echo Winnipeg, MB Customized with DC Sports Header, AEM Intake, TRD Body Kit, TRD Shift Knob, Perrin Engine Comps., Tanabe Strut Bars, TEIN Springs, Konig Wheels, Toyo Tires, CompuSTAR Security, Phoenix Gold Amplifier, Pioneer Head Unit, Borla Exhaust - 108

Install was fairly straight foward, I did have a bit of trouble with the power steering belt, but I jammed it on.
There is definitely a noticible difference. A lot more throttle response.
For the money, it was definitely worth it. I may even see an increase in fuel mileage!

kangarod's 2005 Toyota Echo Winnipeg, MB Customized with DC Sports Header, AEM Intake, TRD Body Kit, TRD Shift Knob, Perrin Engine Comps., Tanabe Strut Bars, TEIN Springs, Konig Wheels, Toyo Tires, CompuSTAR Security, Phoenix Gold Amplifier, Pioneer Head Unit, Borla Exhaust - 106

My first car show is this weekend. On July 16th, my club ( Extreme Compacts ) and I are entering the Sport Compact Nights event at the Winnipeg Convention Centre. Being as how this is my first event; I wanted to make sure my car was spic and span. With the help of one of my detailing buddies, we cleaned the shit out of it (the same night I installed my pully), here is the aftermath.

kangarod's 2005 Toyota Echo Winnipeg, MB Customized with DC Sports Header, AEM Intake, TRD Body Kit, TRD Shift Knob, Perrin Engine Comps., Tanabe Strut Bars, TEIN Springs, Konig Wheels, Toyo Tires, CompuSTAR Security, Phoenix Gold Amplifier, Pioneer Head Unit, Borla Exhaust - 113kangarod's 2005 Toyota Echo Winnipeg, MB Customized with DC Sports Header, AEM Intake, TRD Body Kit, TRD Shift Knob, Perrin Engine Comps., Tanabe Strut Bars, TEIN Springs, Konig Wheels, Toyo Tires, CompuSTAR Security, Phoenix Gold Amplifier, Pioneer Head Unit, Borla Exhaust - 117

kangarod's 2005 Toyota Echo Winnipeg, MB Customized with DC Sports Header, AEM Intake, TRD Body Kit, TRD Shift Knob, Perrin Engine Comps., Tanabe Strut Bars, TEIN Springs, Konig Wheels, Toyo Tires, CompuSTAR Security, Phoenix Gold Amplifier, Pioneer Head Unit, Borla Exhaust - 112

The pictures hardly do it justice. Even though I wouldn't let you, you could definitely eat off the floor.

kangarod's 2005 Toyota Echo Winnipeg, MB Customized with DC Sports Header, AEM Intake, TRD Body Kit, TRD Shift Knob, Perrin Engine Comps., Tanabe Strut Bars, TEIN Springs, Konig Wheels, Toyo Tires, CompuSTAR Security, Phoenix Gold Amplifier, Pioneer Head Unit, Borla Exhaust - 114

The engine bay is fully degreased and dressed, with my intake, header, strut tower bar and V-Power it is really starting to look sharp.

kangarod's 2005 Toyota Echo Winnipeg, MB Customized with DC Sports Header, AEM Intake, TRD Body Kit, TRD Shift Knob, Perrin Engine Comps., Tanabe Strut Bars, TEIN Springs, Konig Wheels, Toyo Tires, CompuSTAR Security, Phoenix Gold Amplifier, Pioneer Head Unit, Borla Exhaust - 115kangarod's 2005 Toyota Echo Winnipeg, MB Customized with DC Sports Header, AEM Intake, TRD Body Kit, TRD Shift Knob, Perrin Engine Comps., Tanabe Strut Bars, TEIN Springs, Konig Wheels, Toyo Tires, CompuSTAR Security, Phoenix Gold Amplifier, Pioneer Head Unit, Borla Exhaust - 116

as you can see, no blemishes - it is definitely looking mint. I was scared to drive it home tonight because of all the fricken bugs around here now a days. I'll wait untill tomorrow afternoon to when I can drive it straight to the show.

At the last minute before the show, I got my garnish slapped on. I really like the way it finishes the car, and for less than $100, it is really a worth while investment.

TOYOTA B-PILLAR GARNISH

kangarod's 2005 Toyota Echo Winnipeg, MB Customized with DC Sports Header, AEM Intake, TRD Body Kit, TRD Shift Knob, Perrin Engine Comps., Tanabe Strut Bars, TEIN Springs, Konig Wheels, Toyo Tires, CompuSTAR Security, Phoenix Gold Amplifier, Pioneer Head Unit, Borla Exhaust - 120kangarod's 2005 Toyota Echo Winnipeg, MB Customized with DC Sports Header, AEM Intake, TRD Body Kit, TRD Shift Knob, Perrin Engine Comps., Tanabe Strut Bars, TEIN Springs, Konig Wheels, Toyo Tires, CompuSTAR Security, Phoenix Gold Amplifier, Pioneer Head Unit, Borla Exhaust - 121

kangarod's 2005 Toyota Echo Winnipeg, MB Customized with DC Sports Header, AEM Intake, TRD Body Kit, TRD Shift Knob, Perrin Engine Comps., Tanabe Strut Bars, TEIN Springs, Konig Wheels, Toyo Tires, CompuSTAR Security, Phoenix Gold Amplifier, Pioneer Head Unit, Borla Exhaust - 119


kangarod's 2005 Toyota Echo Winnipeg, MB Customized with DC Sports Header, AEM Intake, TRD Body Kit, TRD Shift Knob, Perrin Engine Comps., Tanabe Strut Bars, TEIN Springs, Konig Wheels, Toyo Tires, CompuSTAR Security, Phoenix Gold Amplifier, Pioneer Head Unit, Borla Exhaust - 118

They are pretty friggen hard to install if you don't know what you are doing. I like to do everything myself, but I had to get a 'pro' from a vinyl place to do it.
Don't try to tackle it yourself if you're not good with stickers.
Really good.

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Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba