360glitch's 2nd Gen Avalon Project Thread

Yesterday afternoon I picked up the Avalon I've been talking to you guys about over the last week or so. Now the fun begins. Actually, it began last night but we'll get to that later. I realize that







However, I will add some as soon as possible. For now, here are the specs:



2001 Toyota Avalon XLS

Color: Silver Spruce Metallic

Obtained on: February 28, 2010

Mileage: 133,000



Initial plans for the car:



- Do maintenance (fresh synthetic oil & oil filter, & air filter, cabin air filter)



- Have minor scuffs on bumpers, ect taken care of by a professional body shop



- Replace broken/worn interior pieces:

> Floor mats (ordered)

> "Map light assembly" (sourced)

> Center console cover / arm rest - (sourced)



- Overhaul Audio System



- Tint



- Wheels / Tires





There is probably another thing or two that I'm forgetting, I'll add to this later, along with provide more details on the previously mentioned items.





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Mod List: [Last updated 3/8/11]



- Kenwood DNX-6960 Double DIN Headunit (w/ Garmin Navigation and iPod Support)

- Polk Audio MM6501 6.5" Component Set (up front, powered by RF amplifier)

- Polk Audio DB351 3.5" Two-Way Speakers (rear doors, powered by head unit)

- Rockford Fosgate Punch P300-2 Two Channel Amplifier

- JL Audio W6v2 12" Subwoofer (in JL Audio H.O. Wedge Ported Enclosure)

- JL Audio Slash 500/1v2 Amplifier (powering subwoofer)

- Advantage High Performance Tint (charcoal - 28%, local legal minimum)

Reply 1 : 360glitch's 2nd Gen Avalon Project Thread

I hope you have suspension plans. This thing rides soft as baby s***.

Reply 2 : 360glitch's 2nd Gen Avalon Project Thread

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Originally Posted by MCX20-XLS I hope you have suspension plans. This thing rides soft as baby s***.

I won't touch the suspension unless it's needed to make the wheels I put on later look right. It rides just right for the purpose is serves for me. I've got my Talon for cornering on rails. It has a JIC coilover setup, similar to what you have in mind for your Avalon.

Reply 3 : 360glitch's 2nd Gen Avalon Project Thread

Congrats!



2000 TOYOTA Avalon

Low beam headlamp

9006

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High beam headlamp

9005

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Parking light

1157A

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Front turn signal

1157A

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Rear turn signal

7440

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Tail light

7443

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Stop light

7443

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High mount stop light

921

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Fog/Driving light

9006

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License plate

2825

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Back up light

921

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Front sidemarker

1157A

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Rear sidemarker

168

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Glove box

37

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Dome light

DE3175

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Trunk/Cargo area

DE3021

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Reply 4 : 360glitch's 2nd Gen Avalon Project Thread

Thanks for the info KoG, however I need the map light assembly, not the bulb. I don't know how but this one has been damaged... one of the buttons doesn't work at all and the other halfway works.

Reply 5 : 360glitch's 2nd Gen Avalon Project Thread

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Originally Posted by 360glitch Thanks for the info KoG, however I need the map light assembly, not the bulb. I don't know how but this one has been damaged... one of the buttons doesn't work at all and the other halfway works.

oooh! lol i misunderstood/read what you wrote in the parentheses . well at someone can use that info if they want to switch to LED bulbs.



Maybe check at your local junk yard? pretty sure they have at least an avalon.

Reply 6 : 360glitch's 2nd Gen Avalon Project Thread

"Rides like baby stuff". That can be a good thing.

I'd include an OEM PCV in your maintenance list, these engines have a horrendous history with sludge.

Looking forward to the photos.

PM sent.

Reply 7 : 360glitch's 2nd Gen Avalon Project Thread

Still no pics, but only because I haven't slowed down since I picked the car up. All of the speakers (front doors, rear doors, and in-dash tweeters), the headunit, and the amplifier have been replaced. A new subwoofer and amplifier are on the way, it will probably be early next week before I've got 'em. I'll enjoy the break... I've had enough car audio installation fun to last me a while...



Still working on getting those parts I was looking for. Thanks for the tips on where to look guys.

Reply 8 : 360glitch's 2nd Gen Avalon Project Thread

Thanks to ChiTDI I have been connected to a dealer that can provide me all of the OEM parts I need, at 30% off Toyota's recommended pricing. Very reasonable shipping quotes too. If anyone needs his contact info, let me know and I'd be happy to pass it along.



Today I replaced the cabin air filter and it looks like it had NEVER been replaced. I saved it to show my buddies, I'll have to upload a picture of it. I also replaced the intake air filter (just used another oem type drop in), thankfully it was in much better condition. I've got a belt squealing on cold starts that I need to tighten up this weekend (either alternator or power steering) and I want to go ahead and makes sure I've got some fresh oil in the engine, with of course a new filter. After that, maintenance will be done for now. I've been slacking on getting you guys some pictures, but you really aren't missing much. On the outside, it's 100% stock and the only visual modification on the interior is the new head unit.



Also, I added a "Mods List" to my first post on the thread, I plan on keeping it updated as I make modify the vehicle.

Reply 9 : 360glitch's 2nd Gen Avalon Project Thread

The soft suspension makes this car a superior highway cruiser but in my case it puts me to sleep. I like it, but with the age on these cars, overhaul time is around the corner. This is the first car Ive had the chance to install coilovers so I'm doing it right.



Back to your build thread, you documenting your Avalon makes this sub forum that much more exciting... Good to hear your not wasting time on routine maintnence. I'll second the PCV valve. Do you have pictures of your system install ???

Reply 10 : 360glitch's 2nd Gen Avalon Project Thread

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Originally Posted by MCX20-XLS The soft suspension makes this car a superior highway cruiser but in my case it puts me to sleep. I like it, but with the age on these cars, overhaul time is around the corner. This is the first car Ive had the chance to install coilovers so I'm doing it right. Back to your build thread, you documenting your Avalon makes this sub forum that much more exciting... Good to hear your not wasting time on routine maintnence. I'll second the PCV valve. Do you have pictures of your system install ???

Suspension choice is all about what you want to do with the car, if you want coilovers you are making a good choice with the JIC's.



Project threads are a huge part of the main DSM forum I've on, so I thought I'd bring the concept over here and try to build some interest. Each of us should have a thread like this.



I just got home from purchasing supplies for an oil change and I will be adding an OEM PCV to my Toyota parts order. In regards to pics from the audio system install, were you wanting pictures of the work in progress? If so I did not take them. Right now all there is to see is the headunit.



Oh, and here is a picture of that cabin air filter I pulled. Looks like the previous owners completely neglected it:

Reply 11 : 360glitch's 2nd Gen Avalon Project Thread

I want to see behind the door panels.

Reply 12 : 360glitch's 2nd Gen Avalon Project Thread

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Originally Posted by MCX20-XLS I want to see behind the door panels.

I'm afraid you're too late on that, but everything was essentially drop in. The only thing I really had to get creative was fabricating some sheet metal brackets for the tweeters. I had to rack my brain for a few minutes on that one, but my buddy gave me the idea and I went after it. It worked very nicely.

Reply 13 : 360glitch's 2nd Gen Avalon Project Thread

Can you fit 4" speakers in the rear door easily ? I already have Type R 6.5" for the front soundstage.

Reply 14 : 360glitch's 2nd Gen Avalon Project Thread

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Originally Posted by MCX20-XLS Can you fit 4" speakers in the rear door easily ? I already have Type R 6.5" for the front soundstage.

They're setup for 3.5" speakers. I'm sure you could make it work if you're willing to go the extra mile. I think there is plenty of room in there, you'll just have to modify things to make it fit.