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by vishpish
Tue Aug 10, 2021 11:20 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Rev 2 Tubby Induction Kits
Replies: 1
Views: 1376

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Rev 2 Tubby Induction Kits

I was wondering this exact same thing earlier this week (for my rev 2 tubby). Still rolling with the original airbox but interested to know what's out there! I'm a big fan of RHD Japan - and think they have the usual options (Blitz, Apexi etc.)
by vishpish
Sun Nov 29, 2020 4:21 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Which alternator (brand)?
Replies: 2
Views: 2031

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Which alternator (brand)?

I replaced the one in my rev 2 turbo earlier in the summer with an aftermarket one from Paul at TCB. Think it was about £120 - and it's been good so far!
by vishpish
Mon Oct 05, 2020 9:55 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Driftworks Coilovers - HSD
Replies: 21
Views: 17979

Re: Driftworks Coilovers - HSD

Interesting! over 10 years on, and I'm back to square one - looking at coilovers again for the tubby I picked up last December. I think I'd be keen on getting the BCs again - this time with the adjustable/pillowball top mounts. and make sure the threads are properly coated/protected because I do rec...
by vishpish
Wed Oct 16, 2013 9:28 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: which lsd oil?
Replies: 14
Views: 1184

Re: which lsd oil?

I've got an unknown plate-type LSD in my rev3 turbo so I'm using Comma LS80W-90 which is specifically designed for gearboxes with plate LSDs and is less than half the price of the MT90 that everyone always bangs on about. I tried MT90 first but the LSD engaged so harshly and so noisily that I actua...
by vishpish
Sat Sep 07, 2013 1:11 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Volk TE37s
Replies: 27
Views: 5027

Re: Volk TE37s

Sorry: forged wheels crack they don't just bend/buckle......cast wheels bend/buckle My Regas were repairedd back in the summer and one had a very minor buckle. The point I was trying to make (after several beers!) was that just because you're buying forged wheels, doesn't mean they aren't going to c...
by vishpish
Fri Sep 06, 2013 11:09 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Volk TE37s
Replies: 27
Views: 5027

Re: Volk TE37s

forged wheels crack they don't bend/buckle......cast wheels bend/buckle. so all those arguments about owning te37s because they won't end up snapping...well its bull$h1t. Proof of this - i own forged wheels which have cracked and one of my mates smashed a pothole with a forged wheel and the wheel sp...
by vishpish
Sun Jun 02, 2013 11:19 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Meguires Vs Autoglym
Replies: 63
Views: 2479

Re: Meguires Vs Autoglym

x2 on the Mothers stuff - it is outstanding.

For compounding/polishing, 3M Fast Cut and for finishing, 3M Finesse it, are both the best - I'm not a pro but I've compounded my car post 2 resprays and find that 3M works better than anything with a rotary.
by vishpish
Sat May 11, 2013 8:32 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: 17" 7.5 J ET 50 alloys and fitment onto an mk2 rev3 ?
Replies: 9
Views: 1221

Re: 17" 7.5 J ET 50 alloys and fitment onto an mk2 rev3 ?

walk away...that is Honda offset. waste of time getting them on a '2
by vishpish
Sat Apr 27, 2013 12:12 am
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Yokohama AD08s
Replies: 37
Views: 1760

Re: Yokohama AD08s

Nankangs and Wanlis used to be laughed at but I know people who have ran them and not complained. It's all about comparison and confirmation bias I bet you the people who have not complained about budget brands have a) never driven a car on decent tyres and b) will of course say the tyres are good ...
by vishpish
Fri Apr 26, 2013 1:39 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Yokohama AD08s
Replies: 37
Views: 1760

Re: Yokohama AD08s

I'd say around 5k maybe a bit more but no chance it was near 10. Basically they lasted me about a year at a time which was just insanely expensive considering it was £320 for 15"s for my daily. No question about it they are top quality tyres - probably the best for daily use in all conditions ...
by vishpish
Thu Apr 25, 2013 11:04 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Yokohama AD08s
Replies: 37
Views: 1760

Re: Yokohama AD08s

I'd say around 5k maybe a bit more but no chance it was near 10. Basically they lasted me about a year at a time which was just insanely expensive considering it was £320 for 15"s for my daily. No question about it they are top quality tyres - probably the best for daily use in all conditions b...
by vishpish
Thu Apr 25, 2013 10:32 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Yokohama AD08s
Replies: 37
Views: 1760

Re: Yokohama AD08s

I've been through 8 on my daily and they do wear fairly quickly with daily use. Brilliant in the wet and were actually OK in the snow but heard that they aren't effective under -8. could be bull$h1t though!
by vishpish
Tue Apr 16, 2013 9:40 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: tyre size help on 16's...
Replies: 38
Views: 4885

Re: tyre size help on 16's...

Where I disagree is running a different profile up front than rear. I run 205/45/16 T1Rs up front and 225/45/16 FK452s at the rear and both are at the end of their life almost. With stiff shocks, s-techs, braces and a full susp setup, on flat ground, the car is incredibly predictable at the limit. ...
by vishpish
Tue Apr 16, 2013 9:07 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: tyre size help on 16's...
Replies: 38
Views: 4885

Re: tyre size help on 16's...

:lol: Well given I then went on to explain the functional reasons for my tyre choice we'll gloss over that hungover, pre-breakfast oversight. :thumleft: Why are you going for a 195 btw? I always found having a 195 up front gave gobs of understeer ruining the sharp turn in characteristics of the car...
by vishpish
Mon Apr 08, 2013 9:57 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: poly engine mounts!!
Replies: 31
Views: 3121

Re: poly engine mounts!!

Agree with the above! A must do mod
by vishpish
Sun Mar 31, 2013 12:47 am
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Uprated 3sge NA driveshafts for v6
Replies: 1
Views: 168

Uprated 3sge NA driveshafts for v6

Evening folks Anyone know if these exist or if anyone can make them. Maybe I need to change my driving style but that is me sheered the drivers driveshaft now after I sheered the P/S one in the summer. both times I was carrying a heavy load and launching/sliding/drifting/quarter miling. Should say I...
by vishpish
Mon Mar 25, 2013 11:40 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Quick one on tyres
Replies: 11
Views: 689

Re: Quick one on tyres

I'm running 225/45/16s fk452s but could never get them in 205/45/16 hence why i run shitey toyos up front.

Think the fk453s are out so I'd try them for more variety in size
by vishpish
Mon Mar 25, 2013 11:14 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: rate my 1/4 mile time
Replies: 3
Views: 428

rate my 1/4 mile time

https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/388380_631332466884133_287224150_n.jpg http://youtu.be/ci_YDmSHwn4 How does that rate for a stock engined (dynoed at 189bhp/215ftlbs) v6 with 'tranny' mods (lsd, clutch and fly)? Also what are you turbo/2gr/na boys (and girls) all running? My m...
by vishpish
Mon Mar 18, 2013 10:54 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: You know you drive an MR2 when....
Replies: 155
Views: 15648

Re: You know you drive an MR2 when....

when the highlight of your day is looking at Mk2 Bodywork and Wheels for sale threads
by vishpish
Mon Mar 18, 2013 10:48 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: You know you drive an MR2 when....
Replies: 155
Views: 15648

Re: You know you drive an MR2 when....

ChrisW wrote:
gazrev1tubby wrote:Whenever you park it, as you walk away, you always glance back and admire it :)


This every time, even after 9 years! :)


100% agree!

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