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by Mike N
Fri May 03, 2013 11:03 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] ringland failure - now the fun?
Replies: 10
Views: 1252

pistonbroke

Unlikely, but you will see when its apart. The ring lands went on my original engine in 2 of the bores. There was no damage to the bores at all. The bit that breaks off is the piston land which is die cast alloy, it is held in place by the rings above and below it and also the wall of the cylinder s...
by Mike N
Wed Apr 10, 2013 11:44 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Softer than Teins?
Replies: 18
Views: 2940

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Softer than Teins?

I have tein's on mine, I now run 170lb fronts and 280lb rears.
by Mike N
Sun Mar 31, 2013 11:28 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] interchangeability for rear subframe / beam / crossmember parts
Replies: 2
Views: 281

[Mk2] [Turbo] interchangeability for rear subframe / beam / crossmember parts

Are the rev 1 turbo and later versions rear TCA's and also the chassis to hub arms all the same and interchangeable across all mk2 versions?

Thanks
by Mike N
Tue Mar 19, 2013 11:41 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Hub adaptors
Replies: 2
Views: 523

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Hub adaptors

Yes - Thanks for all of that. They are for my MR2 based replica (not a Ferrari) which I designed & built from the ground up. I need the adapters preferably so that I can save a lot of money by retaining my MR2 big brakes etc and anything that's available off the shelf normally makes life easier....
by Mike N
Sun Mar 03, 2013 11:55 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [All] [Turbo] Turbo Technics S175 Hybrid
Replies: 1
Views: 911

Re: [All] [Turbo] Turbo Technics S175 Hybrid

Hi mate

I'm sure others would want to welcome you onto this very helpful & friendly site.

Info passed and good luck.

Please keep us informed.

Mike.
by Mike N
Thu Jan 24, 2013 10:48 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Adding a supercharger to an existing turbocharged 3S-GTE
Replies: 44
Views: 3028

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Adding a supercharger to an existing turbocharged 3S-GTE

Problems I'm having is with cams, I'm running HKS 264 intake and 272 exhaust but they never came with there dial in sheets so there not set up right. Olly ref HKS, pm me if needed. Lancia did two group B rally cars with Turbo and superchargers. The 037 had 325bhp to start with in 1983. For 1984 it ...
by Mike N
Fri Jan 18, 2013 12:18 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] tein superstreet vs HSD coilovers?
Replies: 5
Views: 659

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] tein superstreet vs HSD coilovers?

I run softer spring on my teins
by Mike N
Mon Dec 24, 2012 1:54 am
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Hub adaptors
Replies: 2
Views: 523

[Mk2] [Turbo] Hub adaptors

I am after fitting 4 x 108 PCD wheels on my MK2 turbo (5 x 114.3 PCD),

Has anyone tried this, made their own or bought a 5 to 4 stud hub-centric adapter?

Would the MK1 4 stud original hubs fits a MK2 car?

Thanks for looking, and helping.
by Mike N
Sun Dec 23, 2012 11:08 pm
Forum: Project Cars
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Starting build
Replies: 208
Views: 96153

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Starting build

" Max rev will be around 9000 if the cams will get me there, "

Bob HKS 272 cams run to 9100rpm. If you need more info on them pm me mate.
by Mike N
Wed Nov 28, 2012 11:10 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] new rev2 turbo and already worrying noises cooling system?
Replies: 8
Views: 705

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] new rev2 turbo and already worrying noises cooling system?

If your temp gauge goes up and the heater gets cold, this is normally a sign of overheating caused by low water levels in the coolant system. Top up at the rear bay filler neck and run car up to temp, then top up again as the thermostat opens (levels may drop slightly) & bleed the rad at the fro...
by Mike N
Thu Aug 16, 2012 10:18 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Which Plastigage
Replies: 5
Views: 413

Re: Which Plastigage

Burtons (Ford stuff) sell it (i'm sure others do too) the packaging has measuring strips on it, different colours depict the sizes required.
by Mike N
Wed Aug 15, 2012 9:21 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] aftermarket cams part2
Replies: 8
Views: 581

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] aftermarket cams part2

I adjusted my hks 272's on the dyno the other day its easy with vernier pulleys, just get your tools sorted prior and have the cam cover removed ready.

Also have an led type work lamp to see things properly.
by Mike N
Tue Aug 14, 2012 10:21 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Apexi FC ecu hand commander
Replies: 3
Views: 594

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Apexi FC ecu hand commander

The rev counter reads slow by 200rpm, which may not sound like much, but it is!

Normally there is a screw driver slot to correct and set up the pulse on an aftermarket rev counter.

Mine does'nt have an external adjuster.
by Mike N
Tue Aug 14, 2012 10:06 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [NA] Valve springs
Replies: 1
Views: 255

Re: [Mk2] [NA] Valve springs

If you just want to remove a valve, it can be done with a socket just smaller than the size of the top spring retainer, placed on the offending valve and stuck firmly with a suitable hammer, the collets will bounce out. If your new to this sort of thing wear saftey glasses or goggles. There are also...
by Mike N
Sun Aug 12, 2012 1:31 am
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Apexi FC ecu hand commander
Replies: 3
Views: 594

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Apexi FC ecu hand commander

Someone must know the answer to this?

Any one in the A2 corridor avail with a apexi hand controller?
by Mike N
Wed Aug 08, 2012 10:53 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Rev 3 Turbo Retarding the timing
Replies: 8
Views: 751

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Rev 3 Turbo Retarding the timing

I only retarded my timing when I had a mines ecu fitted.
I retarded to 8 BTDC.
by Mike N
Wed Aug 08, 2012 10:49 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] after market cams
Replies: 3
Views: 379

Re: cams

would cams need reground if they were 2nd hand? would new caps be needed or would they get machined as well? No, once a cam has been run for over 30mins or so at 2000 + rpm with cam lube (as per manufacturers instructions) they are normally fine and just wear as normal (unless they have oil stavati...
by Mike N
Tue Aug 07, 2012 11:13 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Active exhaust.. How to???
Replies: 12
Views: 1548

Re: Active exhaust.. How to???

I was just going to say use a T/B, the ally won't melt if its near the car bodywork or wing intake area!

Run a throttle cable into the cabin onto a spare handbrake lever.......On the other side of the center tunnel.

Think outside the box.................. :idea:
by Mike N
Tue Aug 07, 2012 9:46 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] after market cams
Replies: 3
Views: 379

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] after market cams

If you fit aftermarket cams you must fit the manufacturers recomended springs. That means the std springs may be suitable for your profiles, but it also means they may not and you will have to buy the correct length and poundage aftermarket springs. This also includes the correct shim type and top s...

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