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    Timing Belt Cover Removal

    It was running fine until I removed the leaking distributor and installed the rebuilt dist. I tried several times to get it started but it ran rough. I just wanted to remove the cover to see if the timing belt is still in time.
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    Timing Belt Cover Removal

    I see, its the thermostat housing that it hangs up on. Its not worth the mess to remove it just to check the timing.
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    Timing Belt Cover Removal

    Is there a way to remove the timing belt cover without removing the rad hose and fan belt?
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    TDC for New Dist

    I put in a rebuilt dist and something was wrong, it spit and sputtered then died. I removed it and tried it again and it ran rough. Now I need to know if I when you set top dead center on compression for #1 cylinder per the factory service manual, can it be 180 deg off? The method I did...
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    87 Turbo?

    Did Toyota sell '87 turbo Supra? When I go to web sites, they usually ask if its a turbo or n/a when I get to the motor selection. I called Toyota dealer about my rack for the steering and he said there is no turbo in 87, is he correct?
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    Steering Rack Boots Full of Oil???

    Now that I have it off I can see that it doesn't look to hard to rebuild but I don't have time so I ordered a OEM rack.
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    Steering Rack Boots Full of Oil???

    I took the rack off as the pass side boot was leaking. The driver side boot was full of oil too. It doesn't look like there is a seal for the driver side. Should the driver side boot be full of oil? Should there be oil in the pass side? Is the pass side the only side with a seal on the rack? If...
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    Rack Boot Seal

    I am going with a OEM rebuild. I will replace the lines too. Do I need to replace the tie rod ends? Do they get damaged when removing them? What is the banjo bolt that should be replaced? I found it on a search.
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    Rack Boot Seal

    Has anyone just replaced the seals? My boot is fine so its just the seal that is leaking.
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    Rack Boot Seal

    Any one know what the difference between the companies that sell rebuilt racks? Do they all come with inner tie rods? What else do I need to replace when replacing the rack?
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    Rack Boot Seal

    It is leaking real bad. I guess I will have to replace the whole rack.
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    Rack Boot Seal

    My right rack seal is leaking at the boot. Is there a way to replace the seal or is it a pain in the a$$? Looks like I would need some SST's. My search shows most just replace with rebuilt one. If rebuilt one, what brand...
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    O2 PM?

    I will just order a new one today from Toyota.
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    Performance Check

    Burgundy, I like the sound of that over Maroon. I just never liked the maroon color, don't know if its the color I didn't like or if its the name (moron)??? I had a maroon Previa and now a "BURGRUNDY" Supra, the color IS growing on me...
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    PM Tune Up Parts and Gaskets

    I am doing a major PM tune up: plugs, wires etc clean intake chamber fuel filter check valves timing belt O2 rad flush trany flush and diff. What else should I add to my list? Is the gasket for the air intake chamber replaceable or does it need to be replaced when replacing plugs? The FSM...
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    Performance Check

    Wasn't in Denver, mine is moron color.
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    One Handed Repairs

    Is this list for broken drivers or Supra's :biglaugh:
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    Performance Check

    I go to Denver when there is a gun show, its about 4hrs.
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    O2 PM?

    Is the O2 need to be changed as part of a PM? Me O2 finally failed and threw a code today. I had a feeling it was going bad bet checked it and it was ok. There was much loss in power. Had this happen in my Pervia, replaced the O2 and wow, it had more power. Is this common in the Supra...
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    One Handed Repairs

    I broke me left arm at the wrist two days ago, split it down the bone, get a cast on Tue. Anyhow, I only can use my right hand (right handed). I need to replace: dist, wires, plugs, belts, fuel filter and timing belt. How much do you think a one armed guy could get done? I changed the oil...