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by stevek
Sun Sep 11, 2005 8:08 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [All ] valve springs which way up
Replies: 2
Views: 118

springs

Hi all the springs i have ever fitted have the tighter coils to the head.never come across them the other way round. hth Steve
by stevek
Sun Sep 04, 2005 7:43 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [MK2 Tubby] Wheel bearing help
Replies: 5
Views: 283

front wheel bearing

Hi I have fitted a front bearing on a rev one which was'nt adjustable i don't think they are adjustable on any rev.anyway to the point it may be worth checking the nut on the end of the axle first as the one on my sons turbo had some play in it so i bought the bearing to do the job and found the nut...
by stevek
Thu Jul 14, 2005 2:53 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: fans stay on
Replies: 3
Views: 197

fans stay on

Hi I posted this in eletrical but did'nt get a reply.Please can someone let me know why the cooling fans stay on all the time when the ignition is on.thanks in advance. steve. PS IT'S A 1990 REV 1 TURBO
by stevek
Tue Jun 21, 2005 9:42 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: fans stay on+window won't work
Replies: 1
Views: 443

fans stay on+window won't work

can someone help me out my sons mk 2 rev 1 gt turbo's radiator fans stay on all the time when the ignition is on.also the passenger window won't work which are the fuses and relays for them.i have looked for them but am not sure where they are.any help appreciated regards steve
by stevek
Sun Jun 12, 2005 10:46 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: which turbo (ct26b 0r ct20b)
Replies: 3
Views: 424

which turbo (ct26b 0r ct20b)

I'm in the process of rebuilding my engine and have found some play in the turbo shaft so i guess it needs rebuilding.there's no oil leaks.Its a ct26b What i need to know is what's best to do should i rebuild it or source a ct20 which is the best for my car i don't want to tune the engine to keep it...
by stevek
Sun Jun 05, 2005 10:17 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: **HELP** Changing speed dials + Derestricting a Rev1 Turbo
Replies: 8
Views: 511

speedo

Hi if you do eventually sort the problem i would be interested to know what to do as i have the same problem.my turbo is in lots of bits at the moment as i am rebuilding it so mine won't be on the road for a while.thanks in advance steve
by stevek
Sun Jun 05, 2005 9:58 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Cylinder Head bolts... new/re-use
Replies: 7
Views: 244

head bolts

Hi i can let you know how much they cost £5 79p each + vat as i have just been quoted for a set from toyota.there is a shop on ebay who sells them for £10 per set but can't remember the name.they must be a copy though.what the manual says is right according to toyota if you can get them to the right...
by stevek
Sun Jun 05, 2005 8:31 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Urgent help needed!
Replies: 12
Views: 488

disc brakes

Hi sorry to hear about your discs i had the same problem on the front of my mondeo tried everything would'nt come off spent ages trying to get them loose so i was going to grind them off.but instead my mate had some gas welding bottles so i applied a small amount of heat to the discs and when they e...
by stevek
Fri Jun 03, 2005 9:04 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: tyres
Replies: 4
Views: 331

tyres

Hi if your tyre on the rear looks as if it is to wide (rounded)it may be that 235/40/17 as far i can find out should be fitted to 7.5 inch wide rims so check to see if your rims are 7 or 7.5 inch rims.but to be sure ring a tyre and wheel supplier to be sure .hope this helps.
by stevek
Wed Jun 01, 2005 12:39 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: autopista rear spoiler
Replies: 2
Views: 268

spoiler

Thanks for that just what i'm looking for. regards steve
by stevek
Tue May 31, 2005 12:52 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: autopista rear spoiler
Replies: 2
Views: 268

autopista rear spoiler

Hi can somebody tell me where i can get an autopista rear spoiler for my mk 2 rev 1 gt turbo from.Any help will be appreciated. thanks Steve
by stevek
Mon May 23, 2005 7:27 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: turbo parts
Replies: 2
Views: 198

turbo parts

where is the best place to buy turbo parts ie oil pump, water pump,valve springs,clutch thrust bearing,brake rebuild kits.thanks in advance steve.
by stevek
Mon May 23, 2005 7:19 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: turbo rear tyres
Replies: 3
Views: 461

turbo rear tyres

please can anyone give me some advice on rear tyres for mr2 turbo the size on the car at the moment is 215/40/17 avon ZZ3. these didn't last very long so i am after something better wearing at sensible money.
regards steve
by stevek
Fri May 20, 2005 7:57 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: valve lifter dia mr2 turbo
Replies: 0
Views: 99

valve lifter dia mr2 turbo

Hi can anyone confirm the dia of the valve lifter (buckets)in the cylinder head on an mr2 turbo mk 2 rev one. the manual it says the dia is 27.975 to 27.985. I have just measured mine and they are 31 mm dia.Does this mean the head is off a different revision. thanks in advance Steve.
by stevek
Sat Apr 30, 2005 9:33 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Rear Wheel Bearings HELP!!!!
Replies: 8
Views: 390

wheel bearings

hi just a quick word regarding your bearings before you buy any bits it may be worth checking that its not the bottom ball joints that are knackered i had a similar problem and thought it was bearings but on further investigation found the ball joints were the problem.just a thought.
by stevek
Mon Apr 25, 2005 8:29 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Air Conditioning Belt Problem!
Replies: 6
Views: 321

air con belt adjustment

Hi just did my sons belt.take off the two pipes to the intercooler then undo the three bolts holding the intercooler fan and pull it up out of the way be careful of the wireing you can then get a 14mm ring spanner on the nut in the centre of the tensioner wheel slacken this off enough so you can tur...
by stevek
Mon Apr 25, 2005 12:40 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: turbo brakes urgent reply needed please
Replies: 9
Views: 483

sorted

over the weekend i replaced trackrod bottom ball joint and a wheel bearing. earlier i cleaned up the calipers and regreased the sliders then went for a drive the brakes are fine now.thanks for all the advice at least that gets my son off my back now he's got his car back.once again thanks to all. ST...
by stevek
Fri Apr 22, 2005 12:44 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: turbo brakes urgent reply needed please
Replies: 9
Views: 483

Re: turbo brakes urgent reply needed please

took brakes off last night and removed friction plates etc whilst under the car have found the track rod on the rack and a wheel bearing are shot so am waiting for replacements which i will fit at the weekend then will let you know if the brakes are better or not.thanks for the help.steve
by stevek
Sun Apr 17, 2005 4:04 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: turbo brakes urgent reply needed please
Replies: 9
Views: 483

brake problem

Hi i have just checked with the engine on and off there is no play in the pedal with the engine off it only happens with the engine running and also when when i drive it the pedal is good and then it goes futher down if i press it a few times it is solid then press it again the pedal goes futher dow...
by stevek
Sat Apr 16, 2005 7:34 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: turbo brakes urgent reply needed please
Replies: 9
Views: 483

turbo brakes

Just bled the brakes completely renewed all the fluid 1ltr approx brake pedal still is fine for a while then goes down a long way.discs seem to be ok no run out etc.any ideas ???? Regards Steve

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