Recent content by McFly

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    My first Supra, help me get started please!

    Well I'm trying to check the basics but I've got to learn more about them first, it's all a bit confusing right now. I did a diagnostic test tonight and pulled a code 51. I'm reading up on how to check the TPS right now and will hopefully test that to see if it's good or not tomorrow, maybe...
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    My first Supra, help me get started please!

    Right after the video stops the engine finally dies, can anyone give me a few pointers on where to start wrenching? I already put new plugs in, and will put a new fuel filter in tomorrow. Take a look. http://s181.photobucket.com/albums/x258/gofast69/?action=view&current=MOVIE0001.flv
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    My first Supra, help me get started please!

    Just took some pics while I was installing some NGK G-Power plugs to try and get this thing running better, wires are on order and I have a new fuel filter waiting to be put on.. I found a few strange things about this car though, I read on a website that the cruise control wasn't moved over...
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    My first Supra, help me get started please!

    Thanks for the welcome and the advice, much appreciated. I am also a long time member of an ATV forum so that might help me get the hang of things around here.
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    My first Supra, help me get started please!

    Hey everyone I'm new to this forum and just picked up an '88 Supra with a 7mGTE 5 speed. It had a blown head gasket and the previous owner got it fixed by a sketchy back yard mechanic so there are a few problems. It would start after I put a decent battery in it but ran like it was plugged right...