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  1. aloshan

    Early turbo article

    Awesome article on the first production turbo car. Turbo-Rocket Engine :) http://autospeed.com/A_110782/cms/article.html
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    Leaking from turbo oil line HELP PLEASE 7mgte

    Hi Guys So I need some urgent help. Ive installed my new turbo , took me quite some time to remove the old one and fit the new one back in , but now when I start the car oil pours from the actual fitting from the block to the turbo oil line. I used this kit ...
  3. aloshan

    DO NOT BUY Powerspirit CT26

    Hi Guys So I purchased this : http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/POWER-SPIRIT-CT26-TURBOCHARGER-MA70-TOYOTA-SUPRA-7MGTE-/251002677711?pt=AU_Car_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3a70ece9cf After halfway through removing my old turbo I decided to line the new one up for the heck of it. Made the noobish...
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    7MGTE fan clutch

    Hey guys looking for a 7MGTE fan clutch brand new as my car is starting to overheat in traffic. Whats the OEM part number ? Tried toyodiy.com but they dont seem to have the fan clutch itself there. Also , I'm aware that the 7MGTE had a greater number of fan blades then the 7MGE but was the...
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    Invidia RS-R 3inch Exhaust (56k warning)

    Ok so I managed to get my hands on a 3" Invidia RS-R exhaust for a very good price. The price was so good in fact that I didnt even have the time to see if it bolts up correctly and just snapped it up as others wanted to buy it as well.(it used to be on a 7m though) I pulled off my stock...
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    Would you guys pay US$540 incl postage for this?

    Unknown km's which makes the decision tough. Also model sticker isnt there so im not sure what model these are , can anybody tell? Still $540 for Teins incl postage seems to be like a good deal.... this OR pay $300 more and get Megan EZ Streets for AU$840?
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    CT26C - Tell me more?

    Hey guys So thinking of buying a ct26c that apparently is larger (and rare) and can flow up to 20psi. Where are these from? Can they really flow that much and are they rare? Guy is asking $500 for it , in used decent condition. Are they ceramic or steel wheeled? any info much...
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    Whats the diameter of the stock ct26 exhaust wheel?

    whats the diameter of the stock ct26 exhaust wheel? i want to buy a high flowed ct26 from a 3sgte , just want to use my exhaust housing from my 7m but I have to make sure the exhaust wheel diameter hasnt changed
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    Want to buy this turbo - advice, opinions?

    So my stock ct26 is rooted , need a replacement but my engine is run in and I want something with a bit more puff and flows a bit more then the stock ct26 Ive seen the 57trim from Driftmotion,but I live in Sydney and the postage makes the amount unrealistic.(over AU$1000) Will be spending...
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    Modulator Valve - A340E where?

    So Ive been blowing white smoke , only when warm ever since my oil change (detailed in another post) Ive heard there's a vacuum line on the valve and when the diaphragm in the valve goes bad the engine sucks AT fluid into the intake. Is this true? If so where on my A340E would i find my...
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    Link to diagram for 7MGTE engine

    Hey Guys Ok so I know that a diagram that details and list the various parts of the 7mgte and the names of them is out there somewhere.I've seen it before but cant remember where... Can anyone point me towards a link?
  12. aloshan

    Best automotive related thread fail?

    So I read a thread today that was hilarious and I wondered if there where anymore out there. I'm sure most of you have read this but I just stumbled across it recently http://www.supramania.com/forums/showthread.php?153835-epic-scammer-caught-lying-thread-on-pirate! Post what you think are...
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    My FIRST car - Aloshan's 2JTHIS

    Hey Guys, I know Ive been on these forums for awhile but in the rush and excitement of purchasing my 1st supra ( or 1st car for that matter) I didn't get to properly introduce myself. So I came to Australia from South Africa in 2003 and instantly fell in love with the Japanese cars of the late...
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    Painted my sidestrips (56k warning)

    Hey guys So while waiting for my vacuum lines I decided to be proactive and remove that disgusting plastic that was hanging of my side-strips. Ive seen the sticky regarding painting your side-strips but the car will be getting a respray eventually so i didn't want to remove them to paint them...
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    Why so black? [Pics]

    Hey guys So after my first oil change that looked a bit too black after only 1000kms, my car started blowing white smoke. An overfill was suggested so I decided to drain some oil out. I pulled the sump plug and let out a little trickle which looked too black to only be used for about 100km. I...
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    Squeaky brake problem [Pics]

    Hey guys So my brakes make unbearable squeaking noises when I press the pedal halfway down. Full pressure results in no noise what so ever. I pulled of my wheels today and looked at the rotors. The right rotor where the squeaking seems to be coming from has a section that the left rotor...
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    What are the lowest springs available for the mk3?

    As the title states, what are the lowest springs or lowest spring strut combo available for the mk3?
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    BHG Nightmare

    So last night I woke up in a cold sweat....I actually had a BHG nightmare ::bhg:: I remember it all so vividly, I remember seeing my temperature gauge rise to obscene levels ,white smoke billowing out the back, that familiar sweetish smell. I pulled over,the sound of my heart pounding...
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    First oil change after rebuild- health of engine ? [Pics]

    Hi guys So Ive finally reached my 1000km mark after my rebuild and decided to do the oil change. Used Castrol Magnatec 10w-40 Oil was relatively clean, most of the inconsistencies turned out to be mere bubbles. Found a total of two 1cm wide, 2cm long metal particles. Other then that no...
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    What wires are these?7MGTE

    Hey guys So I've basically eliminated everything from my gearbox shifting incorrectly at lower speeds.I've changed the no.1 speed sensor,installed new solenoids in my a340e and replaced the dash with a new one. I'm still throwing code 61 which is no.2 speed sensor on the transmission. Ive...