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by Firestick
Tue Jun 16, 2009 8:55 am
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Exhaust popping and banging
Replies: 12
Views: 1036

Exhaust popping and banging

I've had this a couple of times now when I've changed gear and the exhaust pops. (Magnex back box with standard centre section)

I love all this (Reminds me of a drive I had in a Caterrham)and want more. Anyone else get this and how do you get more?
by Firestick
Sat May 09, 2009 6:41 pm
Forum: MR2 Engine Swaps
Topic: V8 Mk1 6 speed with power steering
Replies: 580
Views: 154065

Re: V8 Mk1 6 speed with power steering

This is truly amazing. A riveting read and an amazing conversion.

Can't wait for the result.

And you Sir should be applauded.

:clap:
by Firestick
Thu Apr 23, 2009 8:37 am
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Car Cover
Replies: 6
Views: 678

Re: Car Cover

I've had cheap covers before and they just do not do the job properly.

This is what you want.

http://www.classicadditions.com/index.php?cPath=47_62


I've got one, very good, withstands the worst of the weather, not bad for £143.

Only problem is the car has to be dry before it's covered.
by Firestick
Sat Apr 11, 2009 6:33 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Engine Conversion Specialists - Any experiences??
Replies: 10
Views: 760

Engine Conversion Specialists - Any experiences??

Toying with the idea of getting an engine transplant. :-k Not sure whether it would be the Camry V6 or the 3s gte but at the moment I'm more interested in the turbo. Can anyone recommend any companies who are able to do this, any experiences on the best engine and of course prices. Thanks in advance...
by Firestick
Fri Mar 27, 2009 7:15 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: IVE FINALLY FINISHED MY WHEELS !!!
Replies: 32
Views: 2345

Re: IVE FINALLY FINISHED MY WHEELS !!!

The wheels aren't my cup of tea, I reckon they detract from the car.

Can appreciate the hard work though, I once did the same with some Alfa P4 alloys.
by Firestick
Sat Jan 17, 2009 10:25 am
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Direct replacement Ramair or Pipercross filter for '89 SC AW11
Replies: 67
Views: 6461

Re: Direct replacement Ramair or Pipercross filter for '89 SC AW11

Cheers Fab my suspicions are confirmed.

I myself have been further modifying the stock intake piping by taking further material away and I am very happy with the results which is an all round improvement to response, noise and engine flexibility.
by Firestick
Tue Dec 23, 2008 5:50 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Direct replacement Ramair or Pipercross filter for '89 SC AW11
Replies: 67
Views: 6461

Re: Direct replacement Ramair or Pipercross filter for '89 SC AW11

Yeah hurry up Fab I need to know whether to stick with the stock or get an aftermarket filter!!!


:wink:


Have a good Christmas. :thumleft:
by Firestick
Tue Dec 23, 2008 4:40 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Toyota side strip Not sure if this is original?
Replies: 17
Views: 892

Re: Toyota side strip Not sure if this is original?

Like that!


Styling cues from one of my favourite cars, Porsche GT3 RS.
by Firestick
Sat Dec 20, 2008 9:14 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: WEB SITE :- whats happening ?
Replies: 102
Views: 5072

Re: WEB SITE :- whats happening ?

Ben, you make perfect sense to me.

Some very valid points.
by Firestick
Wed Dec 17, 2008 7:29 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: good winter starter!
Replies: 5
Views: 544

Re: good winter starter!

jinxy where did you get the leece lined cover and what price etc? Does it stay on in the wind?
by Firestick
Sat Dec 13, 2008 6:23 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Direct replacement Ramair or Pipercross filter for '89 SC AW11
Replies: 67
Views: 6461

Re: Direct replacement Ramair or Pipercross filter for '89 SC AW11

Great reply thanks! And backing up my theory that tailoring the current assembly with the addition of a performance filter to replace the OE piece is of most benefit. Have found a good price for both the Apexi and Ramair foam filters, hence my original question on how the Ramair performs against the...
by Firestick
Sat Dec 13, 2008 4:45 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Direct replacement Ramair or Pipercross filter for '89 SC AW11
Replies: 67
Views: 6461

Re: Direct replacement Ramair or Pipercross filter for '89 SC AW11

Have you managed to give the new filter a try yet??? I'm thinking of getting a replacement sports filter rather than an induction kit also so have been reading with interest. Or is an induction kit worth the extra expense and hassle? Also is there a problem in drilling some holes in the air box to f...
by Firestick
Thu Dec 04, 2008 1:55 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Most Impressive Wins
Replies: 51
Views: 2606

Re: Most Impressive Wins

Mk1 weighs 925kg with 122bhp which equates to around 136bhp per ton.

You guys know best though.
by Firestick
Thu Dec 04, 2008 11:55 am
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Most Impressive Wins
Replies: 51
Views: 2606

Re: Most Impressive Wins

"Hate to say it guys but anyone with a Mk1NA is going to out powered by non sporty modern cars. Technology has moved on a lot since the mid 1980's. You are only going to beat modern cars around twisty roads." Disagree with that. The na is still fast even by modern standards with around 136...
by Firestick
Thu Dec 04, 2008 11:19 am
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Most Impressive Wins
Replies: 51
Views: 2606

Re: Most Impressive Wins

Had an interesting drive behind an RS4 and Porsche GT3 a couple of weekends ago. This was around the Buckland Bends in Reigate through to Dorking, the GT3 was at the front with the RS4 and then me and all of us were keeping the cars on cam for a quick squirt. Great fun, the GT3 and RS4 obviously pul...
by Firestick
Thu Nov 27, 2008 7:44 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Help!! Alternator fried & external regulator query.
Replies: 3
Views: 285

Re: Help!! Alternator fried & external regulator query.

Is that SC as super charged and NA as standard? And do you mean within the alternator? :-k

Cheers
by Firestick
Thu Nov 27, 2008 7:37 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Help!! Alternator fried & external regulator query.
Replies: 3
Views: 285

Help!! Alternator fried & external regulator query.

Local auto electrician says my alternator is fried like an egg :( but he was banging on about it having an external regulator??!!??? To my knowledge they have an IC regulator within the unit (Correct me if I'm wrong) but is there an external one? Or is he confusing the two?? :? Reason I ask is that ...

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