I got started working on cars with my *gasp* 1997 Ford Tempo. It was a "gift" from my parents. If it could go wrong on the car, it did. I learned how to replace the starter, the battery, wiring systems, fenders and doors (they fell off) and i got pretty good at pushing it. Learned a lot...
If you are still having trouble, take a look at this article on removing water spots from auto glass. It has techniques as well as the right products to help you make your windshield crystal clear. This does not take out etchings or scratches though.
http://www.autogeek.net/waterspots.html
Here is a great article on Oil Filter Brands on the Toyota Corolla. I don't know about the Sky or Solstice though...
http://www.corolland.com/oil-filters.html
Well, According to Pit Stop, this filter is expensive, but not necessarily any better than the cheaper version that Honda puts out, the OEM. This is a filter designed for the Honda vehicles, not the Toyota vehicle, but if it fits, then use it. It does get 4 out of 5 flags (that's what they use...
Here is an informative how to so you can replace your shock/strut assembly with the least amount of hassel.
http://www.automd.com/190/how-to-replace-a-strut-assembly/
Here is another forum with more information, the Club Scion: http://clubsciontc.com/forums/maintenance-repair-58/symptoms-of-bad-distributor-rotor-31194/
I've never bought from any of these dealers, but here are some different links to different dealers who specialize in Toyota products.
http://www.autoanything.com/truck/toyota/pickup/95A3A17A313.aspx
http://www.jcwhitney.com/roll-bars-padding-and-handles/toyota-pickup/c2693d2183j1s21.jcwx...
Everyone knew that Toyota was working to make their cars more responsible. Now they are also working to make the world a better place through the entertainment industry.
http://pressroom.toyota.com/pr/tms/toyota-and-lexus-celebrate-entertainment-175109.aspx