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Anyone here knows how much is the original rear absorber cost for Viva 1.0? Is it the hard type or the soft type? How to tell?

hi folks..

still a newbie in the forum... really shock as this thread already v4 wow..

so many input need to go through as well.. huhuh

will be receiving my own viva 850 after raya haji.. looking forward to change the rims to 14", any suggestion would be delightful

anyway... Selamat Hari Raya to all Muslim in the group

This post has been edited by peszals: Oct 25 2012, 11:42 AM

Hi, i'm getting my first car. Viva elite auto.
Here some questions i want ask all the EX-viva owner.

1. I planing to change the rim to more sporty look. Same 14 inch. SO the original tyre will suit the new rim? Coz both same at 14inch.

2. Viva is a light weight car. HOW to improve the stability when turning a corner? lower sport spring? Ultra Racing anti roll bar? or ???

3. I can hear the engine sound inside the car. Does soundproof will help us block the engine noise?

Sorry for my bad english. TQ

This post has been edited by Roborovskii: Oct 26 2012, 01:47 AM

1. Sure can fit...im using existing tyre fit with myvi SE rims....

2. There's many ways....try a wider (or bigger) rims with a good tyre, then reduce ur car height, sport spring/adj abs (dont ever use 'potong spring' method). As additional, aftermarket arb/sway bar/tower bar would be help...Last time found someone selling front Dsport arb, but someone bought it edi..darn!

3. Of course it will help, but where u planned to install the soundproof sheet? Behind ur dash at firewall? Viva already have a soundproof sheet back there....

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Added on October 26, 2012, 9:21 pmmine 1.0auto can reach up to 87km/rm10 of fuel....Its a long distance consistent driving, and follow the 110/90 km/h speed limit.....heheheheheh
Town driving will get up to 75km/rm10 of fuel....

Another tips for new viva auto owner. as my friends that work at Perodua SC told, stock alza/viva have a acceleration prob. When u try to accelerate, ur viva/alza very hard to automatically drop down the gear even when u floor the pedal. This is becos the accelerator cable is not short enough to pull the gearbox kickdown cable.
So what u have to do is, hack/bend abit the stopper behind accelerator pedal so u can floor ur pedal even far....Then adjust/pull the kickdown cable, so ur gearbox will detect the ur pedal movement earlier, and drop the gear while u try to accelerate....

http://www.kcarlife.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=28592

Never ask for viva before, but kancil/kenari/kelisa rear abs price around rm50 per piece....so maybe just around dat price i though.... Normal Kayaba abs sparepart shop was a oil type abs, so it should be soft type la....

This post has been edited by paperclip: Oct 26 2012, 09:21 PM

i got some questions from my friends,

let say he want to change suspension to GAB product, which one wouldl u guys suggest for him. he's looking for comfort & if possible without reducing so much of performance.

any idea/suggestion would be nice

I don think changing to sport/perfomance suspension system will reducing car perfomances...But it'll sacrifice your comfort for sure depend on spring rate u chose.

I never use gab b4, but I use HWL adj abs for my wira and kancil. amazingly comfort and handling level so much better compare when im using sport spring + short stroke abs. My wira 4g91 using 6k kg spring pair with rear 4k kg spring, but forgot my kancil apring setup....

Hey bro , thx for the answer!

Here's another question , viva elite keep on 14 inch or 15 inch sport rim better?

roborovskii

Ur question is subjective, depend on individual...like mine drove viva 1.0 auto 14inch is gud enough, im using myvi se rims since it wider compare to ori viva elite rims 14x4.5 offset 45....

15inch too big for me la....plus tyre very expensive and dont have much model available for 165/50/15 size....

thx again. Did u install any ultra racing or other brands to stabilize ur viva? Which part/bar is highly recommend? or full set? (but many others say if full set will make the handling more worst)

Im not using any stabilizer bar in my viva, since my wife drove this car most of the time...

As I know, car manufacturer design car chasis to be twist (a bit)....as to absorb uncomfortable feel especially on uneven road. This theory just same like design of engine mounting to absorb engine vibrations. If u use a solid rubber/silicone racing engine mountings of course u will feel engine vibration direct inside car cabin.

I use ultra racing front n rear bar at my wira before, yes of course I can feel the rigidity is improved while taking a hard cornering, but there's a rattling sound at the rear bar so I romove it back....

Only my 2cents plus friend telling story....

hey guys, have a used unit of D-Sport front sway bar for sale. sold my car off already. those interested can send me a pm

http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopic=2434218&hl=

bought new rm5xx +

anybody have stock viva elite HU for sale? Still in good condition..

New to the forum, happy to be here & nice knowing you all!

Not sure about 1.0 but my 6 month old 850 (Manual) FC is quite good with approx. RM20 to take me about approx. 150km. I typically restart my meter to check my distances each time I pump petrol. I occasionally stuck in traffic jam at Penang Bayan Baru area but a gentle driver. I use ONLY Caltex RON95 and Shell RON95 only when there is no other choices.

Hope the information can give you some estimation. Generally, I think FC very much depending on how you drive, what condition you drive in, and how well you maintain/service your car.


I have questions to other sifu around here. I've install sound proof for the engine bay covers and doors offered by P2 SC but got this huge problem with the roof. How much and where in Penang would you recommend to get it sound proof for the roof?

Also, some of my friend recommend installing meters like vacuum and engine temperature meters so I can ensure that I don't go overboard with my engine. Can share with me your opinion on this?

I have...just use about 10minutes...
From showroom straight away to acc shop....

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Added on October 31, 2012, 7:14 pmYuun,

Why dun just by 1roll of insulflex 6/10mm thickness then u diy....Very easy one la, insulflex also come wif self adhesive....

Im also think there is a need to install an additional gauge. But the most important is water temp gauge since viva doesnt have it. Now im thinking about NRG or Shadow water temp gauge. Never buy any cheaper then this 2 brands, not accurate n easy to broke....

This post has been edited by paperclip: Oct 31 2012, 07:14 PM

finally received mine after 2 weeks waiting..

feels a bit awkward since i used to drive my wife car (avanza)... heheheh

so noise as can hear outside & can hear raining outside as well.. hhehehe

guess.. need to do somthing bout tht later.. any idea ??

1. Brand : Perodua Viva Elite
2. Budget : Below 30k otr
3. New/Used/Unreg : used
4. Specs : power steering
5. Transmission : auto
6. NA or FI : NA
7. Year : 2010 and above
8. Usage: Weekend outing driving + daily work.

hi guys, i'm interested to buy used viva elite auto.
just wondering...whether i should buy now or wait until early of next year

btw...i did some survey on the price through website....
if the price mention let say 29k....
is that all that i need to pay(buy n drive)? or will there be any other extra cost to be incurr i.e insurance, road tax, etc?

i did read the website on tips to buy used car
one of the point is to bring mechanic/expert to the used car shop as to view/check the car.....
the thing is that i don't have family/friends that has those expertise...
what is the best assistance for me to ensure the used car is on reasonable(healthy) condition?

This post has been edited by jobok: Oct 31 2012, 10:28 PM

Congrats bro....

I still can tolerate with engine n outside noice, but the sound came from the roof in heavy rain really annoying....Its even worst compare to a kancil...Planned to DIY a soundproof sheet inside dat roof...

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Added on November 1, 2012, 3:18 am29k i just for the car...
U might need to add more $$$ for Insurance, Roadtax, JPJ ownership transfer fees, puspakom (ownership transfer inspection), + some $$$ for runner to do it.... But of cos, used car agent will not said about runner, instead they will calc a sum of money and said "OK, on the road u add RM $$$$"...... But all of this depend on your negotiation skill bro...
Anyway, personally i'm prefer to buy a used car direct from seller/owner, cos i can test drive the car, used car shop normally not allow u to drive the car unless you pay deposit....

Based on my experience befriend wif a guys in this industry, I personally not trusting a used car shop, becos nowaday they are really good in refurbishing a used car. They dismantle all seats, carpets and clean up all dirts... They wash the engine with chemicals and spray a wax to make the engine look very clean...Even worst they also send the car for a layer of paint...After a week or a month, then u will see the paint start to faded, oil leaking everywhere etc2....Its too good to be true...Anyway, everything depend on ur luck...

Take your time bro, go any used car shop, try to find viva direct from owner, survey for a best deal, make a comparison, close deal only when u satisfied wif the price and car condition....

This post has been edited by paperclip: Nov 1 2012, 03:18 AM

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Added on November 1, 2012, 3:18 am


hmm... seems like my next budget will definitely goes to soundproofing..

btw, any one knows how much it'll cost ??

This post has been edited by peszals: Nov 1 2012, 08:14 AM