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    '91 - N/A auto to 2JZ GE VVTi auto (Feedback? What am I missing)?

    I have all of this on hand and various Lexus VVTi diagrams available. Going into the GF's 1991 GE/auto. Been awhile since I collected parts and did my swap, so just making sure I don't get into the middle of this and end up stuck. What else do I need to physically install and be turn-key...
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    I'm out - Here's my contact info

    Cleaning up my sites/routines and this is one of 'em that's gonna get gone for a bit (won't be visiting often)... Gotta get a hold of me? My old friends or contacts, or for updates (Pics/threads/write ups), just let me know. Satan's contact info: Email G099521@yahoo.com...
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    Bluetooth OBDII in an MKIII ('96+ ECU)

    Finally got around to installing the OBDII harness/ECU/OBDII Scanner... Displaying CAN data from my 6-speed ECU thru my tablet. No more paperclip/blinking light/lose-count-start-over, diagnosing BS for me! Pulled codes, watched gauges move, and got all giddy inside!!
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    CF/Fiberglass hoods - What hood shock to use?

    My hood struts/shocks are fairly new and put some extra pressure on my new carbon fiber hood. Has anyone found an off-the-shelf equivalent that fits well, but doesn't have as much "push?" If not, has anyone done/used something similar to the one that MVP has for the MKIV? With a bracket "at...
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    Body kit sources??

    I've emailed ShineAutoProject and not received anything back on availability of the items below (from their site). Not too worried about material for the sideskirts or rear add-ons, but wanted the flex that comes with their front lip. Getting ready for paint this Summer and really wanted to...
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    2JZ w/MKIII Cruise cable/actuator, to throttle body linkage

    A few years ago, someone said that they were able to use the stock cruise-control unit, by fixing the cable-end (which goes to the throttle body) with a piece/end of cable from a bicycle brake cable repair kit. Anyone know which one to order/use, or have another fix? TIA, E
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    Starter "click" issue... tried almost everything

    Got the starter click issue a bit ago (after a rebuild). Swapped starters w/a known good one, replaced the 0 gauge ground at the battery (in the hatch), replaced battery & terminals, replaced power wire to the starter (from a distribution block in the engine bay. Still getting the click...
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    MKIV TT ODBII ECU Pinouts??

    Working to put ODBII ECU into 91 2JZ (5-speed/singled)... Using an Aristo harness. Anyone have the pinout/signal diagrams for 96+ Supra w/ODBII ECU? Thanks, E
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    Starter wire - Audio power (4 AWG) with ring terminal okay?

    'kay... So I am getting the "click," but no start deal. I have some new 4AWG audio-power cable and quality audio ring terminal on hand. I have a power distribution block in the engine bay (battery is in the hatch). I'm assuming the existing wire has got a good bit of corrosion inside (it's...
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    1JZ wiring A/C Amp - pre-89..... Confusion (Help please)

    Found the maps from an archive of Rick's old site... The IH2 Connector says wire from IH2 #18 (IH1#13 AC Amp) goes to dash B1-Pin 13.... http://web.archive.org/web/20051216115957/http://www.1jz-gte.us/documents/SubDocs4/IH2(87-89).pdf However, the IH1 Connector shows #11 also goes to...
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    Fuel upgrades - Time estimates for install of WB, 550's, resistor... TX2K12 related

    Can ya'll please help me with some time estimates?? Was going to wait, but thinking I may still try to do the rest of my fuel system. Worried that I don't have enough time before the TX2K12 meet... Seems like I need to finish it, if I get started. I searched and will take much more time to...
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    Whaletail "seam-split" issue? (ShineAutoProject version)

    Anyone else having the seam-split issue? Mine is separating at that horizontal seam (above driver's side taillight, maybe about 5-6 inches long) and I would like to know if anyone else has successfully fixed it? Maybe some type of epoxy? Write-up? I emailed ShineAutoProject, but haven't...
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    Rear R154 speed sensor - Other options?

    Anyone found a compatible one that we can use with the R154? Thanks, E
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    Heli Coil thread (thread... get it!? ;-)

    One of my front seat belt anchor points are stripped. Looking to heli coil and wondered if anyone else has done it already and knows the drill bit/insert sizes to use. I also need to heli-coil one of my hatch bump stops' bolts... Please add other areas where you've successfully used...
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    TX2K11... Not going to track on Sunday?

    Not going to track on Sunday? 9:00 AM Having breakfast at Tropical Island Cafe. Cuban/Carribean food. Come get your Pan Cubano, huevos w/almost anything, omelletes, cafe con leche, espresso, & some good company. http://www.tropicalislandcafe.net/contacts.html 10:ish AM Track 21 Indoor...
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    R154; Bench test??

    Okay, so I am bustin'-@$$ and have rebuilt the spare R154 tranny. Getting ready to remove/replace the one that's in the car. However before I go thru all that, is there a process I an use to run through the gears and test that the rebuilt one will work properly (as much as I can tell on the...
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    Installing Digital speed-signal-sender on R154

    Going to install one of these on the tranny I am rebuilding. I am going to use the signal for my Apexi RSM and use it as a speedometer. Anyone have any experience with these? Installation fairly straightforward? TIA...
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    Upgraded alternator & wiring write-ups?

    Many searches, yielding few results :( Does anyone have the link to a write up for upgrading the alternator wiring? Installed high-output 160AMP alternator on the 2JZ and ran 0-gauge cable back to the 7M alternator stock connector (for the top of alternator). Thing is, I wanted to run the...
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    Show me your's: Apexi Rev Speed Meter Installs

    'kay, So I've had mine sitting in the garage for over 4 years. Gonna install and would like to see some examples of what's worked for ya'll. I am thinking of inside the gauge cluster. I've heard that visibility is not so good in bright Sunlight. Can ya'll please post some pics of your...
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    Heater core feedback please

    Okay, so I am tired of this Fing coolant smell, inside my Sup. Looked to get a used replacement, but PPL want too much $$, or are not very responsive (I gave my extras away a couple years back). I was going to pressure test the replacement, soon as i got it. However, I found that local auto...