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by aw11rally
Thu May 18, 2017 9:28 am
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: 6spd Mk1 Turbo in the Toyota Sprint Series
Replies: 35
Views: 33937

Re: 6spd Mk1 Turbo in the Toyota Sprint Series

Correct me if I'm wrong, was that 0-60 in 4sec and 0-90 in 8sec?

What an awesome machine you've built.
by aw11rally
Sun Feb 26, 2017 8:07 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: mk1b no acceleration past 3k RPM
Replies: 13
Views: 4088

Re: mk1b no acceleration past 3k RPM

Are you sure the pump that you fitted is good?

This sounds like similar symptoms I've had with a failing standard pump.

I've also had similar problems with a dodgy MAP sensor, although not on an mr2.
by aw11rally
Thu Jan 05, 2017 8:18 am
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Engine balancing
Replies: 10
Views: 3304

Re: Engine balancing

Do you want to sell the alloy one?

What problems did it cause?
by aw11rally
Mon Jan 02, 2017 7:27 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Engine balancing
Replies: 10
Views: 3304

Re: Engine balancing

Probably worth either balancing or replacing (with a lighter one) the crank pulley while you're at it.
by aw11rally
Mon Jan 02, 2017 9:20 am
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Strut Tops Front & Rear
Replies: 5
Views: 2016

Re: Strut Tops Front & Rear

I might have remembered incorrectly, it looks like he only changed the hubs, thus allowing him to use the stronger mk2 turbo drive shafts.
by aw11rally
Sun Jan 01, 2017 6:08 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Strut Tops Front & Rear
Replies: 5
Views: 2016

Re: Strut Tops Front & Rear

Has anyone looked at using mk2 strut tops?

What did Neil do on his sprint car with the mk2 suspension conversion?
by aw11rally
Fri Oct 28, 2016 7:46 am
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: 4AGE distributor less ignition
Replies: 9
Views: 5845

Re: 4AGE distributor less ignition

Sorry about the slow response, not been on for a while. Another vote for the ford Idis coil pack here. I've been running one alongside an Omex 600 on a full n/a build for a good few years now. No problems at all.

You can also use the Escort / Sierra / YB cosworth crank sensor.
by aw11rally
Mon Sep 26, 2016 9:57 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: 6spd Mk1 Turbo in the Toyota Sprint Series
Replies: 35
Views: 33937

Re: 6spd Mk1 Turbo in the Toyota Sprint Series

Awesome (in both appearance and performance by all accounts!).

Please don't spare the details.

What wheels and tyres?
by aw11rally
Sat May 14, 2016 12:12 am
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Upgraded Engine Parts
Replies: 57
Views: 16085

Re: Upgraded Engine Parts

Gains will be very small if you stay mild. Maybe spend the money elsewhere, gear ratios for example, either 6speed, final drive or smaller wheels & tyres.
by aw11rally
Thu May 12, 2016 11:37 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Distributor set up
Replies: 2
Views: 1459

Re: Distributor set up

A bit late but........

http://www.pbase.com/aw11mr2/mki_engine&page=all

Set cylinder one to tdc, line up the marks on the dizzy, shove her in and hope for the best.
by aw11rally
Thu May 12, 2016 11:21 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Upgraded Engine Parts
Replies: 57
Views: 16085

Re: Upgraded Engine Parts

Richard Macer RMSport. Dave Brooks Race Engines. AutocraftUK Ltd Wolverhampton RMSport is the 4a-ge man. Has been for a long time. Can build anything from road spec to full Formula Atlantic type engines. Autocraft have had some bad press in the past, they now build some decent 3s-gte motors and scre...
by aw11rally
Fri Mar 25, 2016 7:54 am
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Tacho with aftermarket ECU
Replies: 5
Views: 2312

Re: Tacho with aftermarket ECU

I can vouch for this solution. Paul helped us out with this problem a few years back when we fitted throttle bodies and an omex 600 on the rally car (thanks again Paul). Worked perfectly then and is still working perfectly 5 years later. On the omex note, I was amazed how simple the wiring was, you ...
by aw11rally
Fri Jan 29, 2016 11:16 am
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: rear vibration *pic added*
Replies: 35
Views: 7244

Dirty mating.

I've had a similar problem before. I managed to get rid of the vibration by removing the wheel, caliper and disc then cleaning up the mating surfaces with a wire brush (they were rather mucky / corroded). So hub, both sides of the disc and the wheel flange. It's free and relatively easy. While you'r...
by aw11rally
Tue Jun 09, 2015 11:38 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Any MK1.5 owners out there?
Replies: 3
Views: 997

Re: Any MK1.5 owners out there?

Just do it, you won't be disappointed. A bloke on a Ninja once pulled up next to me at a set of lights and knocked on the drivers window. He wanted to know what the hell he'd been chasing as he'd never had to try so hard! A 1.5 definitely demands respect, kicking sideways when switching lanes to ove...
by aw11rally
Mon May 18, 2015 8:23 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Rally Car
Replies: 259
Views: 82954

Re: Rally Car

After a couple of seasons out due to moving house and now with a baby on the way it's time to get the MR2 back on the road / track before it's too late. Last weekend saw the fully freshened LSD C64 refitted. Now sporting a custom 5.1 final drive, new bearings, synchros and hubs and modified selector...
by aw11rally
Mon May 18, 2015 7:40 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Rally Car
Replies: 259
Views: 82954

Thread Revival

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h104/paulkay2/envillestages200610798.jpg It's been a while but I thought a thread revival was in order. Especially as we've been tinkering recently. But first some videos from a few years back, when we actually competed on a regular basis in the wee six speed mk1. ...
by aw11rally
Sat Nov 29, 2014 12:51 am
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: CarBen Fibre Creations MK1 Part Discussion
Replies: 10
Views: 2317

Re: CarBen Fibre Creations MK1 Part Discussion

Slightly OT - Paul, will the rivet arches be fibreglass or ABS? I may need wider arches at some point but I'm wary of fitting FG ones as they'll be pretty vulnerable to clipping various apex markers etc and I'd be worried about cracking them. Whereas ABS should take a little more abuse. From experi...
by aw11rally
Fri Nov 28, 2014 1:35 am
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: CarBen Fibre Creations MK1 Part Discussion
Replies: 10
Views: 2317

Re: CarBen Fibre Creations MK1 Part Discussion

I'm not interested in carbon especially. It's generally a bit expensive to risk on a competition car.

Very interested in lightweight composite front wings, bonnet, boot lid with integral spoiler. Also would be keen on a one piece front valance, grill + bumper and a one piece rear bumper.
by aw11rally
Thu Nov 20, 2014 7:40 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: 6 speed LSD Mk1 gearbox build
Replies: 102
Views: 102537

Re: 6 speed LSD Mk1 gearbox build

Paul Woods is the man to ask. We did our conversion before most, and in a rush with little knowledge and a lot of trial and error. Since then Mr Woods seems to have perfected the task of mating a C60/64 to the 4a-ge. We couldn't have got ours working reliably without the valuable help and advice fro...
by aw11rally
Thu Oct 23, 2014 10:03 am
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Mk1 4a-gte project
Replies: 32
Views: 7996

Re: Mk1 4a-gte project

How did toyota reduce the CR on the GZE motor?

I'm sure the head is identical so I'm guessing shorter pistons. In which case the valve cut outs may not be an issue as the piston stops short at TDC.

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