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by Mike N
Mon Jul 31, 2017 9:16 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] MR2 TURBO APEXI PFC COMMANDER?
Replies: 2
Views: 2110

[Mk2] [Turbo] MR2 TURBO APEXI PFC COMMANDER?

For those with a better memory than me,

Which other PFC commanders can be used with a rev 3 Apexi PFC, ie from a different car.

I have been offered one but have not been given an ID / Ser number. Dont want to mess my PFC up.

Thanks
by Mike N
Fri Jun 02, 2017 11:57 pm
Forum: Mk2
Topic: Brand new BC COILOVERS
Replies: 9
Views: 2591

Re: Brand new BC COILOVERS

link doesnt show anything?
by Mike N
Thu Jan 19, 2017 9:59 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Generic] 1/8" NPT fittings
Replies: 7
Views: 1599

Re: [Mk2] [Generic] 1/8" NPT fittings

yes BSPT is tappered
by Mike N
Thu Jan 19, 2017 9:51 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Generic] 1/8" NPT fittings
Replies: 7
Views: 1599

Re: [Mk2] [Generic] 1/8" NPT fittings

The T in NPT means taper ie the threads are tapered from start of the thread to the end so that they fit when offered up and become tighter as they are screwed in causing a tight seal. Sounds like your adaptor has straight or uniform threads cut along the entire thread length, which means you cant g...
by Mike N
Tue Jan 03, 2017 9:07 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: hubs
Replies: 3
Views: 648

Re: hubs

Many thanks, late reply as was away.
by Mike N
Fri Dec 23, 2016 1:40 am
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: hubs
Replies: 3
Views: 648

hubs

Are all rear hubs the same across the mk2 range? obviuosly left and right sides being different!
Thanks
by Mike N
Mon Dec 19, 2016 11:57 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Home made castor control arms
Replies: 17
Views: 3653

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Home made castor control arms

Are you doing sets Kenny?
by Mike N
Thu Oct 13, 2016 8:29 pm
Forum: Mk2
Topic: [FINALIZED] Apexi Power FC & Commander REV3+ Turbo
Replies: 5
Views: 1414

Re: [FINALIZED] Apexi Power FC & Commander REV3+ Turbo

I would buy the commander if your willing to split/have offers on the ecu.

Thanks
by Mike N
Tue Sep 06, 2016 11:04 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [NA] Broken Brake Bleed Nipple Removal.
Replies: 6
Views: 1635

Re: [Mk2] [NA] Broken Brake Bleed Nipple Removal.

Remove the handle from a file which leaves the tang end free, tap the tang end into the broken nipple and then unscrew it.
by Mike N
Sat Sep 03, 2016 11:41 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Mines ecu
Replies: 3
Views: 1290

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Mines ecu

2bartuning put up a cross ref chart for all the rev versions on the net.
by Mike N
Sat Sep 03, 2016 11:15 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] New exhaust manifold and downpipe
Replies: 17
Views: 4135

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] New exhaust manifold and downpipe

I bought a 3mm thick rev 3 tubular exhaust manifold from the net which looks remarkably like yours in the picture above (mine was returned to the company that sold it to me and later they re-advertised and sold for £98 on ebay). I discussed the issues that you mentioned above and more eventually it ...
by Mike N
Mon Aug 29, 2016 12:40 am
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Custom exhaust
Replies: 21
Views: 4503

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Custom exhaust

Try JETEX for custom bolt on exhaust parts to build your own system.
by Mike N
Wed Aug 10, 2016 10:04 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Stuck in low boost mode rev1 turbo
Replies: 35
Views: 1171

Re: Stuck in low boost mode rev1 turbo

If you have a basically std spec engine but have fitted a walbro 255 pump, the engine will run way too rich and kill the power and bore wash the engine. I would suggest you either run a stand alone ecu to controll the extra fueling and do all the tuning stuff or return pump to std and then start loo...
by Mike N
Sat Jul 23, 2016 12:00 am
Forum: Trader Feedback
Topic: Kiefer
Replies: 4
Views: 5215

Re: Kiefer

Update.

I have been informed that Kiefer has been posting on FB that he will sending a full refund on the duff headgasket and letting me keep it.

I can assure you all that to date (22 Jul 16) he has not.

Do not trust this guy in any way shape or form. [-X
by Mike N
Thu Jul 07, 2016 8:04 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Coilover Advice
Replies: 7
Views: 1221

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Coilover Advice

I have TEIN's on my car with much lighter spring rates

Front 170lb

Rear 280lb

It handles very well.
by Mike N
Wed Jul 06, 2016 11:26 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Valve Seals
Replies: 11
Views: 1529

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Valve Seals

I have not done it on one of these engines without doing some sort of head off strip / rebuild but I would expect it to be possible with the right set of tools, ie: Lever tool placed under cam or bolted into position in order to press on valve cap to remove retainers and same to re-fit again after s...
by Mike N
Wed Jul 06, 2016 11:07 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Insurance Claim (car write off :().
Replies: 25
Views: 1717

Re: Insurance Claim (car write off :().

I am sure there are insurance experts on this site but this is what I did when almost the same thing happened to me. 1. Insurance companies base payouts on several valuation methods one of which are what cars are sold for on Auto trader, you will need 3 adverts printed off with all ref numbers and d...
by Mike N
Fri Jun 17, 2016 8:34 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Do i need an aftermarket intake manifold?
Replies: 7
Views: 1246

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Do i need an aftermarket intake manifold?

I made 380 on a rev 1 engine with rev 1 T/B and inlet manifold, less TVIS flaps. Had different cams forged piston stand alone and turbo though. The truth is for the price of that magic inlet manifold you could probably convert the head to Rev 3 set up and gain 30bhp without trying. Thats basically w...
by Mike N
Wed Jun 15, 2016 10:39 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] 1990 Turbo no boost!
Replies: 1
Views: 650

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] 1990 Turbo no boost!

If you've pressure tested all pipework, wastgate actuator, and intercooler without finding any air leaks, take the down pipe off and check the exhaust turbine is still attached. Also check the wastgate washer seats fully flat agaist the turbo housing.

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