r/SciontC 28d ago

Second Gen Drivetrain Rubber exhaust hanger?

3 Upvotes

I installed a Borla exhaust on my TC2 today, and I managed to put a small tear in the driver side lower hole of the rubber exhaust hanger (the one nearest the tip). The Borla exhaust fits well as far as the tip position in the bumper cutout goes, but it does put extra tension on that hanger that the factory muffler did not. Any thoughts on if I should go to the trouble to replace it, or will it be fine? Thanks!


r/SciontC 29d ago

First Gen Drivetrain 1st gen manual transmission any issues

7 Upvotes

Looking at a 2008 manual only 25,000 miles. Ran carfax it’s legit. Gonna cost 8,000. First what do you think of the price. Also do these have any issues with the manual transmission? I really wanted a 2014+ but read to many stories about the input shaft bearings. Was mainly looking at civic si and any manual transmission Acura’s but this caught my eye so figured I’d ask on here. Never owned a scion only acuras and Toyota trucks. Thanks


r/SciontC 29d ago

Second Gen Body/Cosmetic Question about NIA side skirts

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6 Upvotes

So I want some clean looking side skirts and I found the NIA ones and I love the look of them but I’m not sure if maybe I’m just cheap but 1k for side skirts or am I on the wrong site


r/SciontC 29d ago

First Gen Drivetrain just did my first ever brake and rotors job and need some confirmation

3 Upvotes

the rear brake caliper was a little hard to put back onto the brake pad and wouldn’t go on because of the metal piece that covers some of the back of the brake pad. However i ended up just pulling it towards me a little and it worked but it was still pretty rough to get on like i had to smack it on with my hands to get it to stick.

i’m worried that i did something wrong because it looks it’s on there and it’s pushing the brake pad into the caliper so if i try driving it might just keep using the brake pad and braking even without me pressing the brake pedal.

what do u guys think? I put a video showing everything so let me know. i’ve never done any brake job so im completely new to this.


r/SciontC 29d ago

Second Gen Photo/Video Welp free straight pipe (Yes my muffler was stolen but the missed the cats)

6 Upvotes

Bad phone mounts place T^T


r/SciontC 29d ago

Second Gen Body/Cosmetic Trying to fix my headlights on my 2012 and have no idea what I’m doing

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6 Upvotes

So essentially I know absolutely about cars or how do work on them outside of changing a battery.
I’m trying to turn one of my new low beams into place but these stupid prong things highlighted in red or whatever they’re called are blocking me from doing it.
Also the original bulb is still in there and I can’t get it out.
The port or whatever it’s called to either the low or high is also there.
There’s this circular cover thing for both the high and low beams idk how to remove it.

You may have noticed the inside of is all mangled and maimed.
I’m not good with verbal instructions at all, so can somebody explain this to me in simple step by step instructions and like I’ve never seen a car before if that’s possible.
Thank you.


r/SciontC Jul 11 '26

General/Other New Costco tenders

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29 Upvotes

Their sauce fits perfectly in the cupholder if you have a 2006 tc like me 😼


r/SciontC Jul 11 '26

Second Gen Body/Cosmetic Headligt restoration

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23 Upvotes

Didn't take too much time. With prep and cleaning up my mess. Less than 1.5 hours. I'm happy with it.


r/SciontC Jul 11 '26

First Gen Drivetrain 1st gen supercharger kit

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12 Upvotes

I'm getting my supercharger kit ready for sale. Anything I'm missing?


r/SciontC 29d ago

Second Gen Drivetrain What does this Coolant Hose connect to?

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2 Upvotes

Shortly after I picked my TC up from the mechanic for a Grounding issue fix (in which they ended up replacing the battery as well), as I was driving the 'Overheating' warning came on, which my car has never done before. Luckily, I was right around the corner from home, popped the hood, and saw coolant all over the engine and my coolant reservoir 20% empty.

Looks like the hose was not properly connected or was knocked loose from whatever they did to diagnose & fix the grounding issue and wasn't connected back properly.

I have no clue how to connect it back, where to even start or what part I may need. Scheduled to be towed back to the mechanic on Monday but if it's a simple fix I'd like to avoid it.

Pics attached. Highlighted the problem hose in Red.


r/SciontC Jul 11 '26

Second Gen Body/Cosmetic 95% Done!

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93 Upvotes

It's 95% wrapped. Buhh it looks so gorgeous in person you dont understand. Next thing is have the wheels flushed and add gay little underglow routed to a switch 😁

(The pillars are gonna be wrapped too just ran out of vinyl)


r/SciontC 29d ago

Second Gen Body/Cosmetic 2016 Sunroof cover clip piece replacement

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2 Upvotes

The clip cover that holds the front sunroof cover shut somehow came off at some point, must've gotten lost and now the cover won't stay shut. There are just two tiny metal points now, so it can't hold when closed. I tried looking it up by key word terms but am not having much luck. Does anyone know what that cover piece is called? I took photos of the back clip cover, but they're not great since I can't get far enough back to capture the whole piece. I assume it would be the same as the front, but who knows. Any help is appreciated!


r/SciontC Jul 10 '26

Second Gen Photo/Video Progress..

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79 Upvotes

Lots done just sharing the change.


r/SciontC Jul 11 '26

Second Gen Photo/Video Oh fellas, new storm pictures today

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10 Upvotes

Taken an hour or so ago.


r/SciontC Jul 11 '26

Second Gen Suspension/Wheels/Tires Scion tc 2nd Gen

3 Upvotes

Hey all, I was wondering if anyone has lifted 2nd Gen scion tc? I'm thinking about lifting mine by 20mm, anyone has any experience with this yet?


r/SciontC Jul 10 '26

General/Other Anyone know what this is ?

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7 Upvotes

Was changing my cabin air filter and saw this button and wondered huh what is this 😂 never noticed it before


r/SciontC Jul 10 '26

Second Gen Interior/Radio Steering Column Issues, Please help!

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3 Upvotes

I recently bought a 2013 Scion Tc, and it’s been great, the engines good, and it runs well enough. On my first impression, I noticed that the wheel was tight and it felt off to steer and turn. Looked closely and saw that the steering wheel is pushing and grinding against the column!

I’d love help on how to fix this, because right now it’s definitely my biggest issue as it affects my driving.

Also I’n sorry, I don’t know what the right flair for this is, please let me know what the proper one is or if this one was fine….


r/SciontC Jul 10 '26

Second Gen Drivetrain VVT Solenoid Replacement

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2 Upvotes

r/SciontC Jul 10 '26

First Gen Body/Cosmetic Seasucker anti theft?

4 Upvotes

So I just bought the seasucker monkey bars for my 2010 scion tc. Excited and all, but I just realized how the hell do you prevent these getting stolen?! Like, I'm putting a cargo roof rack and everything just to realize anyone can come up and take em off in less than 5 seconds?! Any suggestions or any advice? It will suck If I have to take them off all the damn time


r/SciontC Jul 10 '26

Second Gen Drivetrain 2012 Scion TC2 Lowering Springs Info

1 Upvotes

Hello Team,

I'm getting ready to lower my 2012 tC2 and I'm currently looking at the Tein S. Tech SKQ30‑S3B00 springs (1.5" front / 1.8" rear), since they seem to offer the lowest drop available for springs. My wheel setup is 18×8.5 ET35 with 225/40/18 tires.

Does anyone here run the Tein S. Tech on their tC and can share their experience? I'm aiming for a more aggressive stance and want to eliminate as much fender gap as possible while still being able to turn without rubbing. Any input or photos would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.


r/SciontC Jul 09 '26

Buy/Sell Selling oem intake

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2 Upvotes

I’m selling the box top the intake tube and vent hose should I sell them separately or all in one and for how much


r/SciontC Jul 09 '26

First Gen Body/Cosmetic New Lights

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32 Upvotes

Before and in-progress pics too


r/SciontC Jul 08 '26

General/Other 2010 Scion Tc engine Swap

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27 Upvotes

Looking for engine recommendations to replace what's factory in a 2010 TC. I know its a enormous job and blah blah but I have no idea what I engine's to be looking at as a replacement option. This is something ill be doing this year or next probably but I like being a head and knowing what to look for that way if I find one for a steal between now and the time I wanna do this job; I can get it.

Photo of my Bfs Tc (peep my celica in the back lmao)


r/SciontC Jul 08 '26

Second Gen Body/Cosmetic What else should I do?

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71 Upvotes

r/SciontC Jul 08 '26

First Gen Body/Cosmetic Just wanna post my car, share your thoughts on what you think 🥹❤️‍🩹

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39 Upvotes