New to Forum and Scion Xb

DJ-Jason said:

I am looking to buy a Scion xb in a few month. I love the look and have been wanting one since they came out, I have a motorcycle that I customized into a bobber and am looking forward to turning my scion xb my own personal ride.

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GREAT to hear! Welcome to the site and I'm expecting MANY picts of the B . . .
I look forward to seeing it and how you personalize it. The great thing about Scions is that SO many are unique and people do many, many styles w/ them from modern high-tech, retro, hot-rod, and many I can't define.

I run a small DJ business in VA and this car will be the key for carring my gear.

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No problem. The xB2 is shockingly roomy. The rear area folds down to make a flat bed 5 feet long. There are 38" FLAT between the wheel wells. Most of the side-to-side area is actually 4 feet wide (much a bit wider than that!) and the hatch door is 30" high. That holds A LOT of stuff!
I've carried a 5x3 foot office table/desk w/ fixed legs. The hatch closed over it. I've also carried a PILE of large plastic totes.

I use to have to tow a trailer which is why I have had to wait to buy the xb. If anyone is selling one please e-mail, and can't wait to start some mod on mine once I make the purchase.

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Trailers aren't a problem, as long as they aren't too heavy. Officially, Toyota says "No trailers," but many members have them and have no problems. I'd just recommend keeping to lightweights . . .

I have a few question before I buy please see below.

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Let's go . . .

Should I get a 1st or 2nd gear?

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Huh?
Do you mean transmission?
Or 1st or 2nd gen?

Assuming second . . .
Gen 1 (04-06)-> shorter F-R, taller interior, more distinct look, better economy (and MUCH less power)
Gen 2 (08-on)-> full foot longer (bed -seats laid down- is full 5 feet long), MUCH more power (significant if hauling heavy stuff up hills)

As we are on a Gen 2 forum . . . I'd say most of is would say Gen 2 . . . we all did.

Getting the xb lowered from the dealer Good or Bad?

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Depends on the dealer and if you have the ability to do it yourself or have a friend (or club) that can help you out. Some, no problem. Others, NO WAY!
I did the springs myself a couple weeks ago, in my driveway (in the open). They aren't too bad.

Sub are a no, due to DJ gear hauling, any idea on good door systems?

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Not necessarily, there are sub systems that fit into:
-The well where the spare is, UNDER the cargo floor, and still have a full floor use. Flip over the spare and there is a pretty deep hole under the foam. The foam holds up the thin surface. Creative construction will allow the spare to remain AND keep a pretty big sub under there. 16" should fit (size needed to clear the stock brakes, so spare rim is that size under there).
-The c-pillar cubbies are good places for smaller speakers and the area can be modded to hold more.
- Underseat subs and amps

I'll let the audiophiles take up the second part . . .

Any pointer on buying please let me know.

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Decide what you want BEFORE you go in, as some dealers try HARD to upsell accessories.
Relax. The pure pricing takes much of the stress out.

thank you,
Dj - Jason

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WELCOME!!!!!

Bought me a 2008 Scion xb Last Friday, the dealer thru in the stock alloy wheels and I am getting it lowered with the JRD springs as well. My buddy own his own shop in Ashland VA and he is a certified mechanic so we can do anything we want to the Scion without vaiding the warrenty (sneaking I know but it helps) I was going to paint my alloy wheel black since the scion is black but now I am thinking of leaving them stock and just gettings some nice wheel when these tires where out. I called a powerder coating place and they wanted 160 a wheel. i can get some nice rim for 160 a rim. But anyways this is a sweet forum and I can't wait to start some mod. i had a eclipse I tricked out and a honda civic but nothing with this kind of style. Looked into some bags but the wife shock that down before I could finish the sentence. Anyways can't wait to start some mod's and thanks for the welcome this site is great for some DIY guys like me.