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by andyj
Tue Jun 09, 2015 4:19 pm
Forum: Past Events
Topic: Bromley Pageant pics
Replies: 8
Views: 5226

Re: Bromley Pageant pics

My old SC ...the white tin top E344CVR. Went home from Bromley and quite missed it that evening. Think it's because I restored it from a wreck. Weird how a car can have that effect.
by andyj
Wed Dec 03, 2014 10:51 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Spotted D** KUH Worthing tonight
Replies: 3
Views: 1082

Re: Spotted D** KUH Worthing tonight

Very nice. See you Sunday Rob...
by andyj
Wed Dec 03, 2014 8:32 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Spotted D** KUH Worthing tonight
Replies: 3
Views: 1082

Re: Spotted D** KUH Worthing tonight

Yes, you really need to get a Mark 1 :clap:

Again...!
by andyj
Sat Aug 30, 2014 7:01 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Grinding noise when turning right
Replies: 7
Views: 1667

Re: Grinding noise when turning right

Have you perhaps an LSD without an LSD compatible oil in there?
by andyj
Fri Aug 22, 2014 4:15 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Rear tie rods? Where to buy?
Replies: 14
Views: 3188

Re: Rear tie rods? Where to buy?

I've also got a set from Peter and they are very good. They look really nice on the car. Peter tries to give good value. Early in 2012 he got twenty people together to do a group buy on these, shipping them in bulk and sending out individually. Think it might have been Mark 1 Club thing - can't reme...
by andyj
Sun Jun 29, 2014 11:13 am
Forum: Spotted
Topic: Mk1 Supercharger, E*** CVR Guildford area
Replies: 6
Views: 757

Re: Mk1 Supercharger, E*** CVR Guildford area

Must see your car sometime. Yes, white tin tops are very rare :thumleft: . You might see it again next week as it's going back for another little fix :D .
by andyj
Sat Jun 28, 2014 5:38 pm
Forum: Spotted
Topic: Mk1 Supercharger, E*** CVR Guildford area
Replies: 6
Views: 757

Re: Mk1 Supercharger, E*** CVR Guildford area

Yes that was me :). So was that you walking by it when it was parked in the Jap Sports car place around 10.30am? I was just talking to garage guy and he was watching someone looking at my car ...and came out to speak to you? Turns out they do a couple of SC's so know the cars. Anyway, then got on tr...
by andyj
Tue Jun 24, 2014 4:01 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Poor supercharger fuel mileage
Replies: 16
Views: 3197

Re: Poor supercharger fuel mileage

Replaced the thermostat with a genuine toyota one and this solved the problem. Fuel mileage increased to 9l/100km (31 UK mpg) while driving it normally and I'm sure I can get even more when driving economically. Sounds good. That 31 mpg is almost exactly what I get in general mixed motoring in the ...
by andyj
Mon May 26, 2014 4:57 pm
Forum: Past Events
Topic: Ace Cafe MR2 Meet 07 June
Replies: 31
Views: 8428

Re: Ace Cafe MR2 Meet 07 June

Anyone else in the South East going to this event?? :D Well since you and Rob are going ...I hope to be there at both events. My SC has been playing up lately so these could be first events of the season for me. Can't wait to see the new Turbo Pete - so glad you've come back. Will be good to see Ro...
by andyj
Mon May 19, 2014 6:11 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Poor supercharger fuel mileage
Replies: 16
Views: 3197

Re: Poor supercharger fuel mileage

Well I find my SC (standard pulley) gives 32 mpg town/bit of dual carriageway compared to 34 mpg I was getting on same roads with two previous NA's. I'll probably activate the Supercharger a few times a day, overtaking and uphill. For those not familiar the supercharger engages when you put your foo...
by andyj
Wed May 07, 2014 8:04 am
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Coolant bleed tube
Replies: 0
Views: 285

Coolant bleed tube

I need to fill/bleed my coolant and know my car is missing the bleed service kit. Don't have access to car right now to check. Can anyone confirm the internal diameter of the tube. I think from past experience with other mk1's I've had, it's standard 5mm that you use for brake bleeding. Know can use...
by andyj
Fri May 02, 2014 2:35 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: part numbers for metal strip under front and rear bumpers
Replies: 3
Views: 476

Re: part numbers for metal strip under front and rear bumpers

Well I bought both of these 3 years ago from Toyota but not sure if still available now. Details then were... T52506-17020 Front bumper retainer £41.47 plus VAT T52565-17010 Rear bumper retainer £34.63 plus VAT Not cheap! Double check I have that the right way round as invoices don't say front or re...
by andyj
Mon Apr 07, 2014 6:16 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Clutch line parts question
Replies: 6
Views: 573

Re: Clutch line parts question

Good work :D . Well today I found slave described to me as Supercharger one was in fact an NA one :mad: . I'll probably use local company that can make a pipes while I wait with right connectors at each end. Hoping it will allow an NA slave to be fitted to the SC.
by andyj
Tue Apr 01, 2014 5:29 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Clutch line parts question
Replies: 6
Views: 573

Re: Clutch line parts question

Think today I have located an SC slave cylinder which should simplify my life quite a lot :D .
by andyj
Tue Apr 01, 2014 12:36 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Clutch line parts question
Replies: 6
Views: 573

Re: Clutch line parts question

I've just returned from Toyota dealer having spent long time with parts man on what is and what is not still available. I believe he said all clutch hydraulic pipes are no longer available from Toyota. I'm actually looking for a slave cylinder for an SC - my bores had it. This is no longer available...
by andyj
Tue Mar 18, 2014 4:24 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Lightweight T-bar Panels
Replies: 27
Views: 8394

Re: Lightweight T-bar Panels

Not wishing to split hairs but the Brian Long MR2 Coupes and Spyders book says the T bar actually added 30kg (66lbs). Interestingly compares with 50kg (110lbs) added by the supercharger installation, he says. Got me thinking with a tin top SC I'm only 20kg above NA T bar weight perhaps. If I gave up...
by andyj
Sun Feb 23, 2014 12:22 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: JINXY IS BACK !!!
Replies: 17
Views: 3152

Re: JINXY IS BACK !!!

Welcome back. Though have seen you and we've kept in touch isn't it about 6 years since you were active on here :D ? Shocked to hear you're existing car has had it but gives you chance to make another one! Keep us all posted with parts you didn't need when moving things over :lol: Looking forward to...
by andyj
Wed Jul 03, 2013 5:50 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Mr2 mk1 repairs
Replies: 22
Views: 8812

Re: Mr2 mk1 repairs

Hope that works out - sorry no word from Ruby Red. If you do hear from him eventually be great if you could post that info.

Andy
by andyj
Tue Jul 02, 2013 1:51 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Mr2 mk1 repairs
Replies: 22
Views: 8812

Re: Mr2 mk1 repairs

I haven't bought any parts from Ruby Red for couple of years but he was very good news. He previously traded under name of Jonniesbits. His real name is Paul Cooper and he is located in Warlingham postcode CR6 9DL. His telephone numbers were landline 01883 626039 or mobile 0790 5661388. I have an e...
by andyj
Mon Jul 01, 2013 8:18 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Mr2 mk1 repairs
Replies: 22
Views: 8812

Re: Mr2 mk1 repairs

I haven't bought any parts from Ruby Red for couple of years but he was very good news. He previously traded under name of Jonniesbits. His real name is Paul Cooper and he is located in Warlingham postcode CR6 9DL. His telephone numbers were landline 01883 626039 or mobile 0790 5661388. I have an em...

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