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  1. BigKO

    Suspension Rehabilitation

    I'm in the beginning phases of mky MK3 suspension rehabilitation (the purchasing phase). I currently plan to purchase: F&R sub-frame bushings(poly), F&R Energy suspension poly bushings, new spherical bearings in the rear, Front lower ball joints, tie rod ends, and wheel bearings I already...
  2. BigKO

    CA Smog: Diagnosing ultra rich condition

    Hello all, I recently went to have my car smogged at a test only station and had some enlightening results. First : I have no codes. Checked before and after the smog test. Second: I'm running pig rich, which I believe is causing very high Carbon Monoxide and Hydrocarbon readings...
  3. BigKO

    Installing Control arm zerk fittings

    Hey supramania, I've been thinking about installing Energy Suspension control arm bushings. I daily drive my car and I understand that the ride will be stiffer. However, one thing I don't want is the notorious polyurethane "squeak". I'm sure this is common, but in order to eliminate the...
  4. BigKO

    7mgte on the dyno

    First things first, the car is a 91 7mgte powered mk3 supra. I bought the car with a blown headgasket, and decided that I was going to do my first motor rebuild. I really consider it a refresh. At the time, i simply did a by hand hone of the cylinders, replaced all rings, bearings, gaskets and...
  5. BigKO

    Sourcing motors

    Basically, I am curious if anyone knows where to source 2jzgte motorsets. I am planning on doing a 2jz swap in the near future. I am really just looking for places you or close friends have had good experiences with. Sorry if this has been asked a million times before. FYI I am located in...
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    Camshaft seal differences

    Hello, I recently found my camshaft seals to be leaking and causing a mess. So, I went to my local toyota dealer and there appears to be two different camshaft seals. They were unable to tell me which one is the correct one for my car even when provided the VIN. I have a 91 supra...
  7. BigKO

    Bilstein with stock springs?

    I am looking at buying shocks, and was thinking of going with the stock springs, they are linear and seem to have fair spring rates in comparison to most of the aftermarkets. I am not that interested in progressive springs. Has anyone done this? Any opinions on how the bilsteins with our stock...
  8. BigKO

    Dome light oddity?

    What would cause dome lights not to open with the doors being opened? The other cabin lights turn on (like drivers foot well, door lights, etc) but the dome lights no longer turn on with the door. They do turn on if I press the button however. And the switch on the lights does not make any...
  9. BigKO

    clutch install

    Hey you guys, So I am putting a new cltuch in after the old hub sheared off (I'm assuming because I put the thrust cone spring in the wrong direction) and was wondering what is the proper order of the washers and snap rings? I have this page...
  10. BigKO

    AC and heat not working. Any Ideas as to why?

    OK guys, I have a couple issues with my car that need to be resolved. (as most do). These are mostly accessories on the car that I just want to get working. Be prepared most of them aren't working LOL. BUT I am just looking for places to start when I get ready to tackle them all. 1st! The AC...
  11. BigKO

    Single din nav unit?

    Well I was looking at double din nav/DVD heAd units and was looking at a few of the single din fold out units with the same features... I noticed that the way the supra dash bezel is that the radio sits quite sunken in... I was wondering if anyone has attempted to use one and how it turned...
  12. BigKO

    Installing aftermarket cd player

    Hey you guys I am installing an aftermarket radio into my car and was wondering what adapter you use for our antenna? I know that in my car there are two antenna lines, one smaller and one larger. Neither seem to work when hooked up to an aftermarket radio, and neither fit correctly. Does anyone...
  13. BigKO

    Stock temp gauge

    Hey My stock water temp gauge has stopped working and obviously I dont feel comfortable driving my car until it is fixed. Does the dash have to be removed to fix it? What are some of the potential reasons for it not working? Other than the gauge just failed internally or something (hoping its a...
  14. BigKO

    Trying to fix code 14

    MODS, please delete identical post in 7mge section Hey you guys, I am having a weird idle issue. The car surges (rpms rising up down, up down, then dying). I checked my codes and the only one i have is code 14 (ECU, ignition circuit, igniter) were the listed causes via the TSRM. This problem...
  15. BigKO

    Clutch Concern

    Hey you guys, I have my motor out of my car right now and it will be going back in starting monday (1 week off for school)... Anyways, I purchased a Southbend OFE Stage 3 clutch (full facing feramic) and a Fidanza lightweight flywheel (11lb). I have been reading up some more and am growing...
  16. BigKO

    Need an opinion on clutch choice

    Hey everyone, I have a couple questions... Im looking at three clutch choices right now. The Fidanza 4.3 http://www.thmotorsports.com/fidanza/fidanza_clutch_43_performance_clutch/g-54434.aspx and then I am also looking at the Southbend clutches. The XD-B Series Stage 4...
  17. BigKO

    CX racing mandrel 3" exhaust

    Well, I don't mean to be a cheap ass, but I have heard of good results from cxracings inter-cooler piping setups. So, I was wondering if anyone has purchased this, or has any opinions about it. My main concern would not be the piping, but the muffler quality. If that is actual fitment it...
  18. BigKO

    Fidanza clutch

    OK guys, found a good price on a fidanza clutch, pressure plate and bearing package. I have not heard anything about these, and was wondering if anyone was using one? Im interested to know how pedal feel was as well as chattering, power capability etc. Thanks for any info you can provide! I'm...
  19. BigKO

    question about manual vs auto harness

    Hey guys, I just recently picked up a car that is a 5spd. turbo. Motor and transmission are out of the car, and im getting ready to put in a motor that has been hooked up to an auto its whole life. I have all manual transmission parts (came on the car i bought) but I was wondering if the...
  20. BigKO

    Bad idle caused by electrical components?

    I am a little confused about an idle issue with my car. It idles fine under all conditions except when I roll down my windows, turn on my blinkers, turn on my headlights, flashers or anything of that nature. When I do any of these things, my car will drop idle noticeably and act as if I have put...