Recent content by extendor

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    Going from D to R and R to D

    I was wondering if there is any way an auto can to go into reverse when the selector is in drive and you are driving along (apart from deliberately doing it) Is there any tie up with O/D and switching into reverse. Are any of the linkages/position sensors exposed so they can be tripped by...
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    So I just so happen to have a rapid prototyper(3d printer) and CNC.

    I wonder if I can help clear up a few issues here. There are several sorts of rapid prototype 'printers' but the most common are SLS (sintered materials) and SLA (laser polymerised). You dont say which, because each as its own plus and minus such as quality of finish, resolution of detail...
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    Removing the jiggle valve from the thermostat?

    Its always worth testing a thermostat before you fit it, even if its brand new. It only takes five mins but saves a lot of problems if it turns out to be dud.
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    blown head gasket help!! questions

    Coolant in the oil - get it out of the engine ASAP otherwies you are looking at longer term bearing failures.
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    Head bolt retorque?

    What comment convinced you to do a retorque or was that already set in your mind. If any thing, check the torque on each one and call it a day as previously suggested.
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    Head bolt retorque?

    Thankyou my friend. Much appreciated. FR - just for interest. Did you use any lube on the ARP's or did you go dry or engine oil. The reason I ask is the loss of effective torque when you use higher friction lube or worst case - none at all!!! Judging by your engines reliability (and...
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    Finding TDC

    I dont think you can beat a dial gauge. I have seen timing marks quite a way off and in that case you need to make a new mark on the pulley that you can trust.
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    Head bolt retorque?

    Felpro stock gasket was what put me onto saying leave alone. If they are similar to our Mr T stock gaskets or pattern types then I would have said go for a MHG for a power build.
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    Head bolt retorque?

    You say 1600 miles and you are considering a retorque. I might get my head bitten off here but in my opinion I think you are too late and everything is nicely settled. If it is not broke then dont try to fix it. By the way that sounds like a nice car.
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    Newb to this site but not Supe's

    Hello everyone. I have come over to this site from mkiiisupra.net. I have lurked a lot over the years and finally plucked up the courage to join. I have a grey 7MGTE auto with a few basic mods and before that had a white 7MGTE auto stock. I have been into Supras for about three years now. I...