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    I hear a noise....Possible rebuild

    So for about 2 weeks my 7MGTE has been making a feint (probably loud to some!) clunking noise definitely coming from deep internally, and its progressively getting more noticeable. Its louder from within the car but can be heard from above. Sounds like its coming from cylinder 5 or 6. Here is an...
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    7mgte Slight Crank Wobble

    Well unfortunately the OEM crank pulleys from Toyota are OOP. I guess im going to have to go used or aftermarket. I looked up on an ATI pulley but im not sure if i have to get it tuned. Any recommendations?
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    7mgte Slight Crank Wobble

    The groove was slightly warped on the left side, slightly rounded instead of straight. Im going to get an OEM crank pulley and when i have it off ill post some pics.
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    7mgte Slight Crank Wobble

    Now i forgot to mention when i replaced the timing, last time i had the crank pulley off that little key had made a slight groove in the crank. So if and when i replace the crank pulley i assume in time i will be getting the same effect that it is in now?
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    7mgte Slight Crank Wobble

    About 1 1/2 years ago i had to change my timing belt on my 7MGTE along with the tensioner pulley and the idle timing pulley due to the small guide on it breaking off and my belt was rubbing against the front plate/guard. (Luckily that thing kept it on) Did tons of research and tackled the whole...
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    Brake lights Troubleshooting

    Ok so the other day my brake lights went out and will not light up when pedal is pressed. Signals, reverse lights, and all running lights work. Fuses are all good, changed brake pedal switch and no luck. Also have changed and checked the dash light circuit board sensor on rear tail light...
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    Brake light help

    Ok so the other day my brake lights went out and will not light up when pedal is pressed. Signals, reverse lights, and all running lights work. Fuses are all good, changed brake pedal switch and no luck. Also have changed and checked the dash light circuit board sensor on rear tail light...
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    Heading to the strip

    Finally going to a strip this weekend to test out my 7m. This will be my 1st time ever at a drag strip (would insert smileys but i think every single one covers my feelings haha). Theres a first time for everything right! Not sure if i have me hopes set high or low. My 7m put down 357hp...
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    New motor mounts

    If im correct the ones that fit 89+ are the 98TT oem mounts, just need to to saw off one small pin so they seat correctly?
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    New motor mounts

    Well i think my 91 has finally worn out its passenger side stock motor mount because i get horrible engine flex and an obnoxious rattle at certain rpms or throttle %. I was wondering if anyone has any suggestions or influence on going with semi solid poly mounts, to just stick with the stock, or...
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    Paint Job Color Suggestions anyone?

    Friend of mines olive drab mk3. In the sun or lights its really bright but nighttime it looks almost black.
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    Wheel Fitment & Question Thread

    Hey alex can you upload some more pics of those xxr 521's, Ive been wanting that style for about a year but never knew how they would look on a mk3. Im definitely liking them. Plus what is your suspension setup?
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    Finally my 7M on the dyno.

    Yea its a 63mm ct-26, and yea i was totally expecting higher than 347. When i had it first tuned 4 years ago it put down 381 @16psi. Definitely going to have to tweaked a bit more sometime soon.
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    Finally my 7M on the dyno.

    Finally had my 7M on the dyno since it was tuned about 4 years ago. Through alot of part replacements and tweaks here and there i was surprised how well it still maintained. 7M-GTE ( Yes the HG was done RIGHT ) @16psi on 93 pump (Next time i will bump it up to 20 with a couple gallons of 110)...
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    Looking for a paint shop

    91sup you bought keiths red 2jz from chat!? It blows it had problems but good luck with it. Check out paint and body perfectors off nolensville pike south of nashville. Ive seen their work on a couple of my friends cars and its all positive. Only thing is they dismantle everything they can and...
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    Thanks man! Its just sittin on Illumina II's and Eibach springs. Had to add 35mm spacers on the...

    Thanks man! Its just sittin on Illumina II's and Eibach springs. Had to add 35mm spacers on the fronts though to line up with the rears.
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    Really bad leak

    Yea its hard for me to exactly tell where its coming from, need to get it up on a lift tomarrow when its daylight. But at the rate its dripping i doubt i could drive it anywhere... I had my mech install the clutch. Seemed kind of rushed for what was needed to be done. Maybe a lack in attention...
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    Really bad leak

    So recently my stock clutch plate went bad and i upgraded to a stage 3 6-puck clutch with a new 1 piece driveshaft. I have been driving it for 5 days getting the new clutch broke in and i have started to develop a really bad oil leak. It is gearbox oil but im not exactly sure where its coming...
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    Feeler on another group buy for the NM V2

    I might be down, looks way to damn good to pass up!
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    Wheel Fitment & Question Thread

    Eibach drop with i believe stock camber Currently sittin on TT rims with a 35mm spacer on fronts to match rears But i need new shoes so im leaning towards 18x8.5 +25 front with 235/40-18 18x10 +25 rear with 275/35-18 Im thinkin they will fit with no modifications; but who knows, my math could...