At the moment it's a 2005 Toyota Echo with 40,000 miles on the odometer. It has the 1.5 liter DOHC VVT-i engine and a 5 speed manual. It has the factory recommended tire size, Hankook Optimo H418 (P175/65 R14) on factory steel wheels with the plastic hub caps.
Build Thread:
Current Mods:
1) Installed ScanGauge II
2) Installed Audiovox Cruise Contol CCS-100
3) Modified CC to MPG sensitive logic for (DWL)
4) Changed Oil viscosity to 10W-30
5) Installed a vacuum gauge
6) Increased tire pressure to 40 PSI
9) Aerodynamic Belly Pan from front bumper to firewall
10) Aerodynamic Belly Pan from rear axle to rear bumper
Planned Mods:
1) Rear wheel skirts for better aerodynamics
2) Smooth wheel covers
3) Reduce unnecessary weight
4) Kill Switch with auto re-start upon clutch been pressed down
5) Partially hybridize my car, with a GM's Chevrolet Malibu or Saturn Aura, Hybrid Belt Alternator/Starter (BAS) for a mild hybrid configuration
