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by mk2mattw
Mon Aug 06, 2012 11:17 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: turbo hubs-abs and non abs-help!
Replies: 22
Views: 1273

Re: turbo hubs-abs and non abs-help!

Oh bu88er I thought it may be the case!will I still be able to use the gearbox with the different abs shafts?the other option is to remove the abs but don't fancy going down that route!
by mk2mattw
Mon Aug 06, 2012 6:02 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: polybush kit
Replies: 9
Views: 623

Re: polybush kit

i have done 2 cars now m8! the best way to do it is with a blowtourch just heat up the centre metal sleeve and keep scraping away the rubber as it turns to powder with an old screwdriver.As it gets hot it will expand and will pop out with a gentle push with the screwdriver, you will need a hacksaw f...
by mk2mattw
Mon Aug 06, 2012 5:53 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: turbo hubs-abs and non abs-help!
Replies: 22
Views: 1273

turbo hubs-abs and non abs-help!

I need a bit of advise i have got a complete rev 2 turbo gearbox,driveshafts and hubs but just realised that they are non abs hubs-i was going to use it for my v6 but it is a rev3 with abs so is it just a case of finding abs hubs and using the driveshafts or am i completely screwed and need the whol...
by mk2mattw
Mon Jun 11, 2012 9:15 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [NA] best place to buy shock inserts from?
Replies: 3
Views: 327

Re: [Mk2] [NA] best place to buy shock inserts from?

cheers guys!just ordered the full set from tcb-you really cant go wrong at those prices for genuine toyota!
by mk2mattw
Sat Jun 09, 2012 9:21 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [NA] best place to buy shock inserts from?
Replies: 3
Views: 327

[Mk2] [NA] best place to buy shock inserts from?

bought a set of suspension on ebay secondhand and are complete rubbish the inserts had next to no pressure in them so no better than the ones i have on the car! :( now thinking do i just bite the bullet and buy new inserts for it!Any ideas where the cheapest place would be to get them from?looked on...
by mk2mattw
Fri Jun 08, 2012 7:55 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [NA] how to replace wheel bearing help-DIY
Replies: 3
Views: 543

Re: [Mk2] [NA] how to replace wheel bearing help-DIY

Oh bu88er well think I will have to take hub to the garage then!cheers for the advise guys!
by mk2mattw
Tue Jun 05, 2012 5:24 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [NA] how to replace wheel bearing help-DIY
Replies: 3
Views: 543

[Mk2] [NA] how to replace wheel bearing help-DIY

Dont believe in taking my car into the garage for anything other than a mot!Can anyone advise on how to change a wheel bearing on a mk2 (front abs type hub)
cheers
matt
by mk2mattw
Mon May 21, 2012 8:37 am
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Generic] 1mz v6 rear strut brace-help!
Replies: 4
Views: 523

Re: [Mk2] [Generic] 1mz v6 rear strut brace-help!

Niiiiice! Like the engine cover!!!mine doesn't have the charger but looks like it may do the job,do you know of any others that will fit,just want to see what my options are!
by mk2mattw
Sun May 20, 2012 7:47 am
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Generic] 1mz v6 rear strut brace-help!
Replies: 4
Views: 523

[Mk2] [Generic] 1mz v6 rear strut brace-help!

My 1mz is now in but after re-painting my lovely TRD brace it won't fit :cry: Apart from the weedy standard one what else will fit?
by mk2mattw
Mon Apr 16, 2012 12:39 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: trying to find specialised breather fittings-help!!
Replies: 2
Views: 275

Re: trying to find specialised breather fittings-help!!

basically got an oil catch can and want to attach the pipes to the intake!(made from aluminium tube)
by mk2mattw
Fri Apr 13, 2012 9:04 am
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: trying to find specialised breather fittings-help!!
Replies: 2
Views: 275

trying to find specialised breather fittings-help!!

i am making an intake pipe for my v6 conversion and want to fit a breather hose to it struggling to find a fitting to do the job without welding!
any suggestions people?
cheers
matt
by mk2mattw
Sat Apr 07, 2012 9:08 pm
Forum: MR2 Engine Swaps
Topic: recomendations for clutch on a v6 conversion please!
Replies: 23
Views: 21431

Re: recomendations for clutch on a v6 conversion please!

thanks guys great help as always!Yea i will be using a na box as i have a reconditioned gearbox for it! will have a look into the USA plates on ebay then-if it stands up to track days and drag racing then it will be more than enough for me! :thumleft:
by mk2mattw
Thu Apr 05, 2012 8:19 pm
Forum: MR2 Engine Swaps
Topic: recomendations for clutch on a v6 conversion please!
Replies: 23
Views: 21431

Re: recomendations for clutch on a v6 conversion please!

how much did it cost for the custom friction plate?got me thinking...... i could use my techniclutch pressure plate with a uprated friction plate!
by mk2mattw
Tue Apr 03, 2012 6:08 pm
Forum: MR2 Engine Swaps
Topic: recomendations for clutch on a v6 conversion please!
Replies: 23
Views: 21431

Re: recomendations for clutch on a v6 conversion please!

this the one?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Toyota-MR-2-2 ... 4cfc4bc655
Yea this will be my daily driver-do alot of mileage so dont want to end up with a bodybuilders left thigh!haha
by mk2mattw
Tue Apr 03, 2012 8:59 am
Forum: Project Cars
Topic: Blasters blue dream
Replies: 17
Views: 17712

Re: Blasters blue dream

And the help from a friendly guy to fit your new radiator!lol Was an awesome meal after i remember!hehe
by mk2mattw
Tue Apr 03, 2012 8:46 am
Forum: MR2 Engine Swaps
Topic: recomendations for clutch on a v6 conversion please!
Replies: 23
Views: 21431

Re: recomendations for clutch on a v6 conversion please!

yea i have a na box and flywheel-basically dont want to spend rediculous money but dont want to be dropping the engine out again in a few months! Interesting thought about oem clutch-didnt think it would stand up to the extra torque!
by mk2mattw
Sun Apr 01, 2012 3:56 pm
Forum: MR2 Engine Swaps
Topic: recomendations for clutch on a v6 conversion please!
Replies: 23
Views: 21431

recomendations for clutch on a v6 conversion please!

I have heard of some v6's ripping clutches apart from the torque-can anyone suggest a clutch that i could use that wont break the bank! seen this on ebay http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/390264364620?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649 already have a techniclutch fast road clutch (done 1...
by mk2mattw
Sun Apr 01, 2012 3:13 pm
Forum: MR2 Engine Swaps
Topic: [Mk2] [NA] v6 conversion-diy lengthening 5th gear,can it be done?
Replies: 5
Views: 7679

Re: [Mk2] [NA] v6 conversion-diy lengthening 5th gear,can it be done?

mine is a rev3 na box how do i know if its a s54 one? if there is a kit that would be great! it is do-able but a great ball ache to do at home, as said above Paul woods has done it many times and can do it but he has made special tools to remove the 5th gear set and associated bits from the gear bo...
by mk2mattw
Sat Mar 31, 2012 6:43 pm
Forum: MR2 Engine Swaps
Topic: [Mk2] [NA] v6 conversion-diy lengthening 5th gear,can it be done?
Replies: 5
Views: 7679

Re: [Mk2] [NA] v6 conversion-diy lengthening 5th gear,can it be done?

mine is a rev3 na box how do i know if its a s54 one? if there is a kit that would be great!
by mk2mattw
Fri Mar 30, 2012 10:53 am
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: LED converted heater controls
Replies: 37
Views: 8847

Re: LED converted heater controls

i want to do the same with my clocks-but want them blue do you rekon these will be ok? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2X-T10-W5W-501-194-168-Blue-5050-SMD-5-LED-Car-Wedge-Side-Light-Lamp-Bulb-12V-UK-/290672559738?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item43ad6f467a entered in wrong post!haha igno...

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