Good you kept the 16" steelies, they'll keep the ride comfortable.
You may gain a mile or two in MPG on long trips highways, but keep us updated anyway.

 

Eventually I want to replace the steel rims with the 17” Camry LE gasser rims. Unfortunately I’ve only owned the car for several months and through the cold winter, so will not be able to notice mild MPG gains with the fluctuating temperature changes.

 

Brand new car? how many miles on it

What's the new ground clearance and suspension travel?
Getting any bump steer?

Looks like a rocket sled!

 

Yeah, bought the car new. Currently has about 5k miles on it. Suspension travel is the same.(I didn’t change the limits) and the ground clearance is 5” to the plastic under panels.

 

What do you use the hitch for? light towing or?

 

I’ve used it for my bike carrier so far, but also plan to use it for my kayak/utility trailer when needed and the weather is warmer.

 

Good job on the Hybrid LE! Looks great; and by the way, your doggo makes me want another one except for the ending part.

 

I understand about the dog thing. The end is never fun.

 

TOYOTA MYCAR LE.... That's funny

 

Your car looks beautiful. In certain photo's it almost looks like it's in Windchill Pearl, but I don't think that color was available for the LE. I even like the stock 16" hubcaps on it. The satin silver paint on them compliments the satin silver accent strips around the LE's grill. And I really don't think 98% of onlookers would realize they're hubcaps, or even know the difference. I mean, every time I show my wife some wheels I'm thinking of replacing the 16" steelies/hubcaps on our 18' LE Camry Hybrid with, she always tells me she likes the wheels that are already on the car better. 🤷‍♂️

Nice job! And I love the 96' "Offroad Edition" too Lol! 😎

 

Looks great!!
They say that you should change out the shocks/dampers too.
Thoughts?

 

Your car looks beautiful. In certain photo's it almost looks like it's in Windchill Pearl, but I don't think that color was available for the LE. I even like the stock 16" hubcaps on it. The satin silver paint on them compliments the satin silver accent strips around the LE's grill. And I really don't think 98% of onlookers would realize they're hubcaps, or even know the difference. I mean, every time I show my wife some wheels I'm thinking of replacing the 16" steelies/hubcaps on our 18' LE Camry Hybrid with, she always tells me she likes the wheels that are already on the car better. 🤷‍♂️

Nice job! And I love the 96' "Offroad Edition" too Lol! 😎

Thank you. I am not a fan of hubcaps, but they look decent so will ride them out. The 1996 is totally a hoot. Wait until it's in summer mode - no front doors.

Looks great!!
They say that you should change out the shocks/dampers too.
Thoughts?

Thank you. I've heard that. It may help on really bumpy highways, but not enough to do anything about it now. On large highway dips at 70mph, I may be hitting the bump stops, but not 100% sure. If/When I need to replace, then I will get something better suited. But likely won't happen for about 10 years.

 

Finally found a thread with a hybrid on lowering springs! Your setup looks so clean!
Did installing the lowering springs cause any of the sensors to go off?

I’m looking for a shop to see if I can get these installed on mine. One of the autoshops informed me that replacing the springs could cause sensors to go off. Here’s what they mentioned:

“There is a possibility that your ABS warning or yellow Brake warning light or Slip indicator (vsc/trac) lights may illuminate after the repairs as the ride height is being modified.”

 

It's been nearly two months and no sensor issues. Not sure how/why the vehicle height would interfere with the ABS or traction control. To my knowledge, height does not affect rotation of the wheels.