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by south_wales_MR2
Mon Sep 19, 2011 10:22 am
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [NA] Turbo lid rain tray modification
Replies: 2
Views: 649

[Mk2] [NA] Turbo lid rain tray modification

Hi there, I've got a Turbo engine lid in SMG with the raintray attached, and wondered if the rain tray would fit my N/A engine lid? I haven't got time to have the turbo one resprayed to match my car at the moment and wondered if anyone had adapted the raintray to fit an N/A lid? As you can see by my...
by south_wales_MR2
Fri Sep 16, 2011 3:48 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Wheel colour choice?
Replies: 3
Views: 400

Re: Wheel colour choice?

3E5 Super Red. Not looking to fit them to my car, probably going to be selling as I don't have room to keep them anymore
by south_wales_MR2
Fri Sep 16, 2011 1:11 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Wheel colour choice?
Replies: 3
Views: 400

Wheel colour choice?

Hi there, I've got a set of Modia Keiichi Tsuchiya RS-05 16" Alloys that have been prepped ready for spraying. They were designed by the Drift guru himself. P.C.D 5x114.3 Fronts are 16x7j +28 Reas are 16x8j +35 I'm torn between a few different colours to have them sprayed in before being sold. ...
by south_wales_MR2
Wed Sep 14, 2011 12:05 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: MR2 as daily hack exeeding limited ins milage dilema
Replies: 26
Views: 4934

Re: MR2 as daily hack exeeding limited ins milage dilema

£2000 a year to insure a MK1? Seems a bit steep!

I have normal insurance on my MK2, I'm coming up to 27yr old, 3yrs ncb and I pay £500 fully comp.

Maybe have a ring around for a better quote?
by south_wales_MR2
Sun Sep 11, 2011 6:58 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [NA] The N/A Aftermarket exhaust 'saga'
Replies: 17
Views: 11752

Re: [Mk2] [NA] The N/A Aftermarket exhaust 'saga'

Finally, after weeks of looking for a single exit, Dan89 sold me a custom single-exit Powerflow exhaust.

I didn't like the 'flame-tip' style end to it but I polished it up and looks better now in my opinion. Will be fitting tomorrow so hopefully goes on easily.
by south_wales_MR2
Thu Sep 08, 2011 2:26 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: How much to spray a bumper? ish..
Replies: 12
Views: 1153

Re: How much to spray a bumper? ish..

To be honest, I get a local guy to do work on mine. You generally find that the smaller companies or private sprayers can match the quality you would get from a bodyshop who'd charge £250. Don't get me wrong, there are people out there that aren't good sprayers, but if you find a guy with a good rep...
by south_wales_MR2
Fri Aug 05, 2011 6:43 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [NA] The N/A Aftermarket exhaust 'saga'
Replies: 17
Views: 11752

Re: [Mk2] [NA] The N/A Aftermarket exhaust 'saga'

Yeh dont want any performance gains from changing the exhaust. My mid-section and backbox need changing anyway so I may aswell go aftermarket (Better sound, looks and cheaper than standard) I think im going to get a post-cat backbox. Dont want to lose the Catalytic convertor, only done a few hundred...
by south_wales_MR2
Fri Aug 05, 2011 6:20 pm
Forum: Spotted
Topic: 3.0 v6 converted MK2 on ebay
Replies: 7
Views: 1408

Re: 3.0 v6 converted MK2 on ebay

Yeh the only reason I'd whip out a turbo and fit a v6 is if my turbo engine imploded, and I just so happened to have a Camry parked up with a rear end smash and was cheaper than re-fitting a turbo engine
by south_wales_MR2
Fri Aug 05, 2011 10:51 am
Forum: Spotted
Topic: 3.0 v6 converted MK2 on ebay
Replies: 7
Views: 1408

3.0 v6 converted MK2 on ebay

Just saw this on ebay, only 10mins down the road from me and wondered if it was anyones on here? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Toyota-MR2-MK2-SW20-3-0-Litre-V6-3VZ-FE-FAST-STREET-CAR-/320738800036?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item4aad85b1a4 Havent seen/heard of it around so was quite surprised when I saw ...
by south_wales_MR2
Fri Aug 05, 2011 10:46 am
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [NA] The N/A Aftermarket exhaust 'saga'
Replies: 17
Views: 11752

Re: [Mk2] [NA] The N/A Aftermarket exhaust 'saga'

:shock: Ok im not having a Blitz Nur Spec adapted to fit my N/A. I live in quite a quiet neighbourhood and dont want my car getting keyed after everytime I want to pop to the shops of an evening lol! Thanks BLZ-8027, the 'Japspeed-esque' ones for £299 on ebay look good! For the life of me I couldnt ...
by south_wales_MR2
Thu Aug 04, 2011 10:00 am
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [NA] The N/A Aftermarket exhaust 'saga'
Replies: 17
Views: 11752

Re: [Mk2] [NA] The N/A Aftermarket exhaust 'saga'

Hmm had a look on Rogue's link. Got some good exhausts there. The Mongoose for £259.99 delivered is a good deal, but I really want single exit. Seems that if you have an N/A then you either get Blueflame, Mongoose or Japspeed. I like the 'shiny-shiny' aspect to Japspeed's system which is why I thoug...
by south_wales_MR2
Thu Aug 04, 2011 9:46 am
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [NA] The N/A Aftermarket exhaust 'saga'
Replies: 17
Views: 11752

Re: [Mk2] [NA] The N/A Aftermarket exhaust 'saga'

Heres a link with a good picture of the Nur Spec R. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BLITZ-NUR-SPEC-R-EXHAUST-TOYOTA-MR2-TURBO-/280393278695?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item4148bde4e7[/img] If i 'Do-away' with the two pipes on the left, surely it wouldnt be too much hassle to pair that ba...
by south_wales_MR2
Thu Aug 04, 2011 9:43 am
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [NA] The N/A Aftermarket exhaust 'saga'
Replies: 17
Views: 11752

[Mk2] [NA] The N/A Aftermarket exhaust 'saga'

Hi there, I've been thinking about changing my exhaust for a while now. Ever since I had the exhaust off for Alternator, Timing kit change, water pump etc.. It hasn't sounded right (Was taken off, put back on, taken off again, then put back on again) as I had a new cat fitted for MOT around the same...
by south_wales_MR2
Mon Aug 01, 2011 5:47 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [NA] Different engine types
Replies: 4
Views: 429

Re: [Mk2] [NA] Different engine types

Try doing a search mate. Theres loads of posts on here about different engine types, revision changes and compatibility.

Or try Wikipedia

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mr2#Revisi ... ar_changes
by south_wales_MR2
Mon Aug 01, 2011 5:42 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: na/ turbo calipers?
Replies: 3
Views: 385

Re: na/ turbo calipers?

I think it depends on what revision mr2 you have mate. For example, REV3 onwards are bigger than REV1+2 etc.. but if I remember correctly they are the same between N/A and Turbos of the same revs.

I'm sure someone who knows more will clarify.
by south_wales_MR2
Sun Jul 31, 2011 6:37 pm
Forum: Spotted
Topic: something about mary
Replies: 4
Views: 579

Re: something about mary

I spotted the little red mk1 in that yesterday. Very distinctive rear-end on the mk1. Bet their few and far between out in the US. :thumleft:
by south_wales_MR2
Sun Jun 05, 2011 1:20 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [NA] Urgent reply needed! Front brake disc/pads removal STUCK!
Replies: 5
Views: 441

[Mk2] [NA] Urgent reply needed! Front brake disc/pads removal STUCK!

Hi there, I ordered my front brakes and discs a week ago from camskill, I've now gone to do the job and within 20mins im already stuck! I've gone to remove the two securing bolts from behind the brake disc that holds the caliper bracket in place. Now they are not moving when I go to take them off. I...
by south_wales_MR2
Fri Apr 08, 2011 6:53 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Anyone tried the Gmax suspension kit?...
Replies: 19
Views: 2821

Re: Anyone tried the Gmax suspension kit?...

I had the Gmax kit on my rev1 and im going to be honest...I was quite impressed for the money! Ok so if you want a track setup, go with Tein, Koni, Bilstein, D2, BC etc... but if you are modifying on a budget I would recommend the Gmax kit. It was quite stiff, but not too bad that your spine shatter...
by south_wales_MR2
Wed Mar 30, 2011 6:23 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [NA] loud squeel when turning left
Replies: 4
Views: 475

Re: [Mk2] [NA] loud squeel when turning left

It seems to be getting worse and worse. Now it happens when I brake, and sometimes when turning left.

My handling is suffering big time because of it. Its so hard to tell if its coming from the front or rear when im driving it.
by south_wales_MR2
Tue Mar 29, 2011 1:26 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [NA] loud squeel when turning left
Replies: 4
Views: 475

Re: [Mk2] [NA] loud squeel when turning left

I've also noticed it pulling to the left a lot now, but seemed to develop quite quickly, i.e. in a matter of days went from ok to very bad.

Would a worn wheel bearing on the drivers side, cause steering pull to the left?!

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