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  1. Piratetip

    Rockauto Wholesale Parts Supra

    Received an email from Rockauto today. They are listing a bunch of inexpensive parts they are trying offload. Maybe it will help someone looking for parts. http://www.rockauto.com/RSS/vehiclefeeds.php?carcode=1278468&m=wc&l=en&html=true
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    MKII Supra Built LSD Differential.

    Hey All This is the 1st individual that has requested a MKII differential from me. (Not for sale) I just wanted to share the condition of this MKII diff, as its one of the lowest mileage / cleanest I have ever come across. Even as received it was super clean, thought it was worth showing. I...
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    A Look inside the Stock Muffler

    This is more of just an informative post than anything. I had originally planned to enlarge both the inlet and 2 outlets of the stock muffler to accommodate a 3" exhaust. Mainly to keep the stock look but be able to flow much more. But after closer inspection the stock muffler is much more...
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    A1Cardone "Rebuilt" Steering Rack - A public service announcement.

    This post will summarize my experience with an A1Cardone "Rebuilt" Steering rack. Purchased through RockAuto. First off I had in initially bought a rebuild kit for the rack that is currently in my vehicle and rebuilt and re-installed it. Everything appeared to be fine until I discovered a...
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    Another Custom 3.58 R&P LSD Rebuild

    Took a few shots today of another Custom 3.58 Differential Rebuild I just about finished today. Received a request for another one of these with the 3.58 gearing after setting up one for SupraClaou (Greece) :D I need to find some time to work on my own Supra!, ah well good thing I am in no...
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    Technico Adjustable Cam Gears

    Has anyone used these cam gears? Anyone have any experience with them? From down under. Aussies IJ where did you run off to? :D http://www.ebay.com/itm/Adjustable-Cam-Gears-for-7M-GE-GTE-Supra-Cressida-Crown-/292048819786?hash=item43ff77564a:m:mCGuJ5yzi0ROsH6PspQpmZA&vxp=mtr
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    Help designing a "simple" PWM controller

    Calling electronic gurus on the board that can help me design a circuit or modify an existing controller for PWM solenoid control. Long and Short: Manually control a 12v Solenoid in the transmission used to regulate pressure. PWM from 0-100% Problem: Vehicle is too sluggish to fully...
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    Roommate needed in Chicago?

    Anybody live in the Willowbrook area SW of downtown Chicago? Thought I would see if anyone on here is looking for a roommate. Will be coming from Kalamazoo in MI. I know rent can be pricey down there. I start my new job in a couple weeks. Thanks
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    SM Unemployment #'s

    What is your work status? I was a Quality Engineer at an automotive supplier here in MI and was laid off in December. I haven't found anything since and have been looking out of state. Curious how everyone is doing.
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    Rear Tint Removal Insanity w/ Defrost

    After a few frustrating hours with the last remaining bits of the 18+ year old tint on the rear window, I am trying to determine what I should do next. After heating the tint and removing the 1st layer fairly easily the 2nd layer is quite stubborn. I have tried all the various suggested...
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    Monster Motorbike - Perth Australia

    Headed for Melbourne Motor Show. http://www.gizmag.com/monster-motorbike/8731/ http://www.motorshow.com.au/Portals/0/Release%20MS0810%20-%20Monster%20Motorbike.pdf Detroit Diesel powerplant <--Thats awesome. This thing must be a blast to drive, although I don't think its going to be doing...
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    Torrentz busy

    Think of the Hamsters! Hehe :biglaugh:
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    New Phone

    Check out this new smart phone that just came in the mail. :) Palm Treo 700wx This phone does everything! I like it.
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    Shaftmasters 1 Piece Aluminum Driveshaft

    First I want to thank David and Robert at Shaftmasters. I was fortunate enough to test the first 1 piece aluminum driveshaft they have made for the MKIII. Last Saturday, (Nov 17th) I headed down to the Detroit area to meet up with David at a local performance shop/dyno. (Pande's Performance)...
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    Driveshaft Critical Speed - A Calculator

    This thread is intended to provide accurate factual information about 1 piece driveshafts regarding critical speed. All subjectivity and opinions are not intended to be expressed here. After reading all the discussion about critical speed and 1 piece drive shafts I have decided to research this...
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    TMS 3.4L Stroker Kit 2JZGTE

    For the 2JZGTE Titan Motorsports now offers an alternative stroker kit to the Jun or HKS. Price : $$8,895.00 http://www.titanmotorsports.com/ti3stkit.html Heres the info. Titanmotorsports.com is proud to market a revolution in the Supra engine world with the introduction of the Titan...
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    MKIII on Reno 911

    Ran across this on Youtube. Anyone see this episode? http://youtube.com/watch?v=cfl6TEUQMaU
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    Avoid Ebay Scams!!!

    Was inquiring about a truck purchase on craigslist. http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/car/372506155.html Asked for more pictures on the vehicle. A link was given...
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    iPhone Will it Blend?

    This made my day. What happens when you stick an iPhone in a blender? You get iSmoke of course. http://www.willitblend.com/videos.aspx?type=unsafe&video=iphone
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    Cruise Control Computer

    Alright, I didn't want to but here we go. I have been diagnosing my cruise for a couple hours now and narrowed it down to the computer.(maybe) Cygnus, and my 3 separate manuals don't show the location, so I need some input. Where is the Cruise Control Computer Located in a 1987 GTE MT...