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  1. shadowman1977

    Fuel return line

    Hey all, I’m in the process of upgrading the fuel delivery system in my 89 7MGTE. I noticed that there is a restrictive crimp on the steel ruturn line located by the passenger side motor mount. I am using a fuel cell, 240lph pump and an adjustable fpr. Wondering if I should cut off the...
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    Alternator relocation

    Hey all, anyone know if/where I can find a CAD diagram of the relocation bracket that moves the alternator to the a.c. location?
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    TEMS hack?

    Hey guys. Is it possible to install a tems system into a non tems supra? My struts have the adjustment inlet on top, they are kyb from the dealership. And i have the rest of the system and wiring harness from another supra i just picked up. I want to install it and make it more adjustable than...
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    2nd mkIII, parts anyone?

    Picking up another for some things i need. If anyone wants to help me get rid of all the parts please let me know.
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    Charcoal canister update

    Hey all, I put line locks on the front wheels and dont have room under the hood for the charcoal canister anymore. Is there possibly a smaller option that I could swap it out for or would a more modern rear mounted evap box work from like a cavalier maybe?
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    Bottom's up :D

    I started this project last spring and am close to done. Paid 2500, spent 10k in parts custom work. Hopefully on the road by mid summer.
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    foiled engine :p

    Hey all, was wondering if foiling the rod and crank bearing was a fix when rebuilding an overheated 7m? Got my 88 over a year ago and decided to start from the bottom up examining, testing and replacing any issues. Trying to figure out why someone did that, the machinest said one journel was...
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    7mgte cps

    Hey all, i have had no luck finding a rebuilt cps online or at toyota. G2 pickup is no good (open). So does anyone have an option or know if i can rebuild g2 from the windings up? Thanks
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    CT 26 coolant flow efficiency

    Hey guys, have any of you tried to modify the stock CT 26 turbo on the 7m to direct the flow through the cap off? It appears there's almost no flow through pressure those tubes are so small and on the same side. Any suggestions? New everything and greddy ebc. Cometic 2 mm, the works.
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    Silicone hose switchover question

    Hey all, has anyone had problems using factory toyota spring pressure clamps when installing new silicone hoses? Just curious before i begin, the small hose kit i bought did not come with clamps. Im thinking of using fuel line clamps throughout...
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    Engine and tranny weight???

    Hey guys, so I'm pulling the engine out of my 1988 Toyota supra 7mgte. There's nothing left on the block but the water pump and timing belt housing upfront. Does anyone out there know how much the short block and manual transmission weighs together?
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    Pulling my 7mgte

    Hey all. I'm in the process of pulling my engine out to send it to be decked and rebuilt. I was wondering if anybody out there knows if the propeller shaft inlet needs to be unclipped or anything or if when you pull the motor and tranny it just slides out? Everything else is out-of-the-way and...
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    Chemical rust removal for solid parts

    Hey all, just curious what concoctions people have devised to tackle rust on solid steel parts. I have found that penetrating oil left to sit for a period of time depending on thickness followed by a salt and vinegar bath and a toaster baking works pretty awesome! The neutralizer is a purified...
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    Where to find door hinges???

    Hey everyone, I am having no luck finding a set of driver side door hinges for my 88 Supra MA70 targa. Does anyone have set or know where specifically I can find a set? Mine are wasted...:nono:
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    Door hinge pin parts swap?

    Hey all, does anybody know if side door hinge pins or sets from other similar year toyota vehicles are the same or easier to find?
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    Block and exhaust manifold planing

    So today I'm going to be assembling materials to get a 4 thousandths central warpage out of the block deck and a few spots on a J.Y. manifold are 14 thousandths but it looks like old gasket material there. I purchased- 3M's 77 adhesive 3M sandpaper (80-100-120 grit) A straightedge 6 strong...
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    Repairing top seals and rear wells

    Today i am gonna be attempting to restore all the targa seals and clean under them as i see the seals are dry and dirty where they meet the body, especially the very top rear seal on the body. Using lithium grease to treat the seals after a thorough soaping and light cleaning. I also had some...
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    88 Mk3 &MGTE C.P.S. Question

    Hey guys, this is my first post. I am doing a full workover on my car and testing all elec. circuits. When testing the C.P.S. for continuity from all 3 pickups, I noted that G2 is open even when the shaft is spun. The part is removed. I called Toyota and they just gave me the run-around... I own...
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    88 Mk3 7MGTE C.P.S. question

    Hey guys, I am doing a full workover on my car and testing all elec. circuits. When testing the C.P.S. for continuity from all 3 pickups, I noted that G2 is open even when the shaft is spun. The part is removed. I called Toyota and they just gave me the run-around... I own a detailed Toyota...