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    Replacing the EGR cooler gasket without removing the motor or head

    I need to replace my EGR cooler gasket but don't have time to remove the head or motor. I remember reading before that you can do it by jacking up the transmission to tilt the motor forward. What do I need to do that?
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    Aftermarket boost gauge in stock location

    I have seen some guides on this but they were not very detailed on how and where to make the cut. I want to be absolutely sure of what I am doing before I hack up my gauge cluster. Can anyone help me with a guide on how to do this or write one up for me? I have an Autometer boost gauge I plan to...
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    Spearco intercooler install help

    I am getting a Spearco intercooler tomorrow and would like some pics of them installed I tried looking them up and got pics of them mocked up on the car with no pipes connected and such. I read that it bolts right into the stock location and don't even need to remove the bumper I hope this is...
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    Houston Supra Club Cruise

    I am quoting Jame's post from SF since everything is laid out we are trying to grow with this group because the turn outs at first were very small but they are growing with each meet and we want to see more MK3s and Mk2s or even MK1s. Let me know who would like to attend and I will add your...
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    Post your audio setups!!

    Soon I will be buying a JL audio subwoofer and want to get a system setup but want to keep it clean and low profile. I am researching on what makes a good sub box a good box then work up some drawings that keeps the box below the back seats and does not take up much trunk space. I want to see...
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    Where to go from here?

    So I am thinking about what other mods I need to get my 7M over the 300hp mark I don't want to go crazy with this motor since I have a 2jz I plan to build in the future but I want to get a little over 300hp with my 7M. Last dyno run was 272hp with a bad clutch, unstable boost, and just a...
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    Weird boost hesitation

    So on my way home tonight it's a cold night mind you and usually the car feels like a beast straining the leash and this guy in a modded MazdaSpeed 3 wanted to run me, so we do a 40 or 50 roll and as I gun it the boost builds but when I am at full tilt it feels like the boost or turbo is...
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    Rack and Pinion questions/guidance

    So my 91 MK3 needs a new rack and pinion, should I get one from Toyota or are the Cardone remans the same thing? Also I am pretty sure I need one with EVO since I have PPS but I want to be sure on that and what else should I get to replace while I am in there bushings, parts, etc.?
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    Re-tapping the exhaust threads

    Alright I asked this question in a couple of other threads but I was not 100% sure on this because I did not remember what size drill bit I used, so the answers to ME were not reassuring. However, I remembered asking about this in my old head gasket replacement thread when I first bought my MK3...
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    Turn the key and everything shuts off

    This morning I did my usual routine before work and remote started my car to warm it up but the alarm went off so I disarmed it then went to start the car up and when I turned the key there was a click and all of the lights shut off. I tried jumping it and after 5 min of it hooked up it...
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    Coilovers and mounts, yes yes I know but hear me out

    I've been reading up and searching the forum about this and I am a bit confused on some things. I am looking to replace my suspension but want to keep my MK3 a GT car, so comfort is a must I don't plan to take it to the track anytime soon or often I do want to go in the future to learn the car...
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    Replacing valve shims

    So my valve tick is quite loud now I am noticing it more ever since I got my cat back installed, no more open down pipe lol. From what I have gathered I check clearances with a feeler gauge with the cam lobes pointing straight up and if they are out of spec I pop them out with a screwdriver and...
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    Heater works at 83-85 degrees, help

    I have read the 2 related threads in this section about this but their heaters do not work at all where mine does but only after I set it to 83 degrees. I was hoping you guys could help guide me on resolving this issue so I can actually adjust my temperature instead of being frozen into an ice...
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    Autocarparts.com and inline6performance.com anyone buy from them?

    I am in the market for a turbo 3in cat back and I have decided to go with Tanabe for their quality and beautiful exhaust tone and to me I prefer the Super Hyper Medallion instead of the Touring Medallion, I know they are the same but the tip or muffler sizes are different, I think the Hyper...
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    Full face clutch suggestions please

    So last night I went to the drag strip and ended up hurting my clutch a bit to the point where it's starting to slip when I hit boost, so I want to upgrade to a stronger clutch but maintain the stock feel of a full face. I have a Fidanza flywheel and stock pressure plate, would I have to...
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    Tanabe Medallion Owners, some advice please

    I am planning on buying a cat back exhaust in the next couple of weeks or so and at first I wanted the Tanabe Touring Medallion but then I saw the Hyper Medallion and fell in love but I have no idea where to get one I can only find the Touring Medallion. Also I would need to buy a catalytic...
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    Rough idle/stalling issue

    Story is when I start my car up it idles high when it's cold like normal then after like 5-10min it starts to drop and when it gets warmed up a bit the idle sometimes bounces like 200 rpm or so it sounds like I have big cams or something. Then when I back out or moving up a little bit like...
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    Blitz Dual SBC boost controller Spec R

    I need some help using this thing. First, I have the 550cc injectors and Lexus AFM mod, 3in divorced downpipe open wastegate, and a boost gauge along with the blitz boost controller. My problem is now that I got rid of my fuel cut at stock boost I tried turning up the boost with the controller...
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    Replacing injectors and clips question

    I am getting some 550CC injectors and I bought clips for them as well, I noticed the clips I have do not have colored wires they are just black and the wires on my stock injector clips are different colors for each one. I assume it matters which wires I connect but I'd like to check with you guys.
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    2jzge VVTI Questions

    First I want to say I know about the stickies and have been through all of them and it did help a great deal but it also helped to confuse me in some crucial areas. I have spent the last 2-3 weeks probably more I can't remember exactly because my mind has been scrambling from researching so much...