Recent content by suprana1990

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    electrical problem!!! need help fast!!!

    Check to see if your dimmer switch is toasted. The short could've took your dimmer switch out and you need to find a new to replace. Get the Tsrm or Trsm (can't remember the name) and look up the procedure to check the dimmer switch. I think it is 60 bucks for the switch from dealer, so your...
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    Car won't start + one spare connector!

    This is most likely your timing is off. http://cygnusx1.net/Supra/Library/TSRM/MK3/manual.aspx?Section=IG&Page=17 follow the direction on how to set the distrib. back in place. if that fails, set the cams up again with the crank pulley...
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    noticed few people have crank pulleys being loose

    if you can get a torque wrench, put the 19in socket on the torque wrench and adjust to the proper torque spec. try to tighten the pulley bolt, if it clicks with out much effort, then the bolt is tight if you have to lock down the wheel(brake lever up) and put it in gear, just to tighten...
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    Clutch Fluid Low Help On This

    Mrnick is right clutch reservior is not suppose to deplete on its own, it has to be a leak. i say do not drive the car cause you will be stranded and spend more to tow it home than hitch a ride with your buddies.
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    i want to add a mechanical oil gauge, How do i

    i would advise you not to put a mechanical one in the cabin. hot oil shooting at your face is not a good thing. a electrical one does the same thing, autometer's oil pressure gauge is fine. you can get a T adapter that fits right in the oil pressure port for the old one or you can tap the...
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    what causes nearly non-existant brakes?

    Before you go buy a new brake booster, take off all the wheels and check all the brakes. The problem could be a ruptured brake line, the brake caliper piston seal torn, prob. bad brake rotors or pads. If you not in a hurry, just inspect each side carefully, best way is have someone in the...
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    rebuilt engine, now problems. HELP!

    EGR vavle stands for exhaust gas recirculation valve. EGR is for emission purpose. i don't kno what is the washington emission laws so you can choose to remove it or leave it on. if you remove it ask some board member that live in washington if it is legal to remove.
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    rebuilt engine, now problems. HELP!

    that plug is nothing it is for i think the cali version with Egr, the cali supra's had a EGR with a sensor. one more thing you need to find a new knock sensor, look for the knock sensor re-wiring for a sturdier connection. if it is the wire, it is a good time to do the re-wiring, if it is the...
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    will an exhaust leak give you shitty gas mileage?

    first off thanks for everyone's reply there is no code, i changed my o2 sensor also. what color is the o2 suppose to look like if it is running lean or rich? i think the last time i checked it was ashy white. i just filled up my tank this afternoon and with this prob. 50bucks work of gas for...
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    will an exhaust leak give you shitty gas mileage?

    hi everyone my suppy is 5spd NA and i get like 13mpg city driving and around 17mpg high. lets just say i didn't break 200miles for a full tank. i changed the plugs n wires, timing is good. gas i getting really expensive and i would like to know if an exhaust leak on the exhaust manifold...
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    clutch help!

    i had the same problem when replacing my master and slave cylinder for the clutch. what i did was open the bleeder and push the pedal down and pull the pedal back up once. then close the valve. i don't kno why that made a difference but i had the same problem as you, constantly the pedal...
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    The supra has ended my future and my life

    if there is no rod knock your chance of putting in the bearing and just cleaning up the parts like having the shop mic and polish the crank (around 80bucks). just make sure your piston is good and the cylinder wall is not scored up. i went thru the exact same thing like you and i had to...
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    The incurable code 52 knock sensor issue

    http://oldschool.supracentral.com/ look into this website from Larry A he give you pics on how to rewire the KS it might be your wiring prob. but just to make sure you did everything the right way(not saying your not doing it the right way).
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    The supra has ended my future and my life

    you don't need to spend 800bucks for a new cylinder head go to cylinder head international and you can get yourself a reman. head for 450bucks. thats right buddy you heard me right not 800, not 750, not even 495dollars. if you order now it is only 450bucks delivered to your home. catch...
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    camshaft help

    you broke the bolt to the cam bearing(whatever you call it) and you threw away the other bolt. just remove all the bolts as the Tsrm indicate and take the cam out. look at the cam urself and see if it is straight to your eye. if you can't tell bring it to a shop and ask them to check for...