auto X, parts? Options

[4-eyed-freek]

hey everyone im takeing up auto X witht the celica and i was wondering ifanyone knows any tips or parts that will help. im thinking about end links but i dont know yet, if anyone has any idea let me know im open to all comments.

[windowlicker]

going off what i've already pm'd you, personally, i'm a firm believer in running what you have right now, get a good feel for the car, then after a while, start the upgrades. when you've learned your car and start doing upgrades, you will really be able to notice the differences the upgrades make. i'd start off with simple stuff like better brake pads (i personally like the hawk hps pads), an inexpensive front and rear strut tower bar to slightly stiffen up the car, and when your current tires get worn down and need to be replaced, then get some tires that will fit your needs.

if you get really serious about autox, then i would suggest trying to find a set of 15" or 16" wheels for cheap and then get some stickier tires when you're ready. that way you can have a set of softer tires that you won't be wearing down fast by daily driving them.

the most important part is just getting out there and giving it a try with what ever you have and seeing if you like it. if you like it, then just go with what ever you can afford along the way and take your time modding it. the best mod you can ever do is the driver mod, and by this i mean learn to become a better driver. great example of this was that last weekend at the western states national scca rallycross, a guy in a stock subaru 2.5rs on pretty much bald all season tires had the best overall time than all the cars competing. this is against people with sti's and rally tires. goes to show you how if you know how to drive it regardless of whats done to it, you can be competetive.

also, this is my opinion, don't jump into getting r compounds or slicks anytime in the near future. super grippy tires will make you go faster, but won't allow you to learn to use better driving techniques. the sticker tires will sort of band aid your bad habbits when you're starting out, and you'll eventually flatten out in skill progression. a lot of people may not agree with that, but i've seen quite a few people do just that and they never really get that much better after a while. i've learned a lot running the celica stock for the last 2 years that i've had it. its always fun when i drive the canyons and people try to catch up in cars that have more power and better suspensions, and then to see their faces when they hear that i'm running the stock ST suspension/engine/auto trans. ask randomstranger or 2celicas2love, they were there one time when it happened.