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    Lex AFM, 550's, 255l fuel Pump clarification

    Hi everyone. I apologize for a redundant question, but, when searching for Lex AFM i receive about 100 hits on AFM's for sale, and not a lot of info on the mod itself. My first question is, when I install the Lex AFM, 550 injectors, fuel pump, o2 wideband, Fuel Pressure regulator, will the...
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    Auto tranny line bolt size and pitch

    I am working with a performance shop around modding my mk3, including an external automatic tranny cooler. They are making me stainless lines to/from the cooler and the question they had that I couldn't find the answer to is: What is the bolt thread pitch and bolt diameter/size of the line...
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    Switch to Synthetic = numerous leaks

    I have a new motor with 10k miles on it now. Car and most mechanical components have 120k miles on it. Just made the switch to synthetic, and I'm seeing lots of slow, small oil leaks. Using about a 1/4-1/2 cort (spelling) every 500 miles or so. Motor has 2mm hks and arps, all new valve, and...
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    Rough Idle, stalling etc

    Hey I have a GTE with BPU's running 10.5psi on BC. New plugs/wires. When I had the car last serviced by Toyota, they mentioned that my distributor seals were gone and that it will eventually not start or die on the road due to oil getting into the ignition coil. I'm not the most engine...
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    MK3 Sitings in Concord, NH Black and Maroon

    I promise I won't keep posting these sitings...but I'm just so excited because Supras in NH are rare. I see more Stang GT500's/Vipers/Ferrari's in NH than I do Supras. Anyhow...black supra in Concord on Loudon Rd. with big fin on back. Looked like a pre 89 with some bpu's by the sound of it...
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    MK3 Sitings in Rochester & Manchester NH

    Silver pre89 NA, female driven on Elm St., in Manchester Red 89+ at Hervey's tire in Rochester, NH (hope it's not broke) Only 2 mk3's I've seen in NH this summer, both within 24hours of eachother!!!
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    Oil inside IC pipe and near turbo manafold

    Typically, I've read and been told that oil in the IC piping (pooled oil) means that the turbo seal went and the turbo needs rebuilding/replacing. I just spoke with the company that sold me the 50 trim upgraded turbo and they said that the turbo is likely bad, but they want to check it out for...
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    The MK3 Investment....more expensive than children???

    Hey everyone. I am running the numbers of my investment for my auto appraisal coming up probably next year, and am shocked on how much I'll have spent when the project is "finished." For me, it's looking to be about $30k. How much have you spent? Reply so that I feel better!!! hahaha I know...
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    2mm Stopper MHG Too Thick?

    Going to meet with my Toyota dealer friends tomorrow to discuss the MHG install with them, and I have a 2mm hks stopper coming in the mail tomorrow with ARP studs. This is a new 7mgte engine (10k miles) without a bhg, but am replacing the HG for upgrading purposes. Here is the questions: Even...
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    Auto Upgrades Needed When?

    Hello. If the goal for my auto turbo supra is to hit 350hp, (prob upper 200's to the wheels), are there any needed auto tranny upgrades needed for this? I've read through the forums and saw people runnin high 300's and having auto tranny coolers. Any input from those who have experience...
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    Prevention Questions, 12 psi with FCD

    Hello. I'm planning to run 12psi on the following setup and wanted to make sure that there are no potential serious issues with this... o New Motor 7mGTE & 50 trim CT26 o “K&N Filter Charger Cone Intake System” o 3” direct bolt on divorced dowpipe o 3” Random Technology High-Flow Cat o...
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    MK4 Injectors in an MK3?

    My brother has an MK4 he's swapping out his fuel system from. I know the fuel pump will work well in the MK3 with the Lexus MAF, but are the MK4 injectors usable? I couldn't find any answers in search or google. Thanks for the info in advance.
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    Summer Daily Driver Build

    Hello everyone. The goal with my supra is to build a 400+rwhp daily driver for my summers. The supra has to be reliable because I drive about 100 miles/day, and so I don’t want to go crazy with mods, but I want it to be enjoyable for my spirited driving style. Being in NH, most of the...
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    New Guy from the NE

    Hello everyone! I recently purchased my 2nd MK3. I am extremely excited about this new project, and have used the forums for the past 2 years as a reference. The information has been great, but I think it's time for me to start participating in the supra community. Below is kind of a bio that...