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First build thread Member since prior to this server keeping track- So, 10 years ago I came across a 92 in southern California. Bought it, shipped it back to NJ. I was at the end of a BHG repair to a 88 - but it had rust and was not a long term project. There is a very long story about the...

I know everyone's doing the MB upgrade, but I have all the parts - minus rotors so figured I would just continue. Anyway, looking for someone to confirm or correct the way I am bolting up the brackets both DM and the caliper brackets I cut the dust shield so it doesnt interfear. Then I...

Hoping someone that has performed this swap can tell me if I have the correct parts, or where I am going wrong- I have a 92 supra to swap the 2jzgte - vvti into BIC 89+ brackets What I think are MK4 engine mounts I did search and have verified the correct mounting location for the...

Hoping you can help or point me in the right direction - thanks in advance Problem: when I removed the transmision for the car, the mount only had two of the four bolts holding it on. After the engine/trans was removed I looked at the mount and the other two were stripped - thank you previous...

Reassembling my 2jzgte with VVTI IT looks like the two camshafts have different size seals, but I did order for a 2jzge vvti and have 2 of the same size seals. Did I get incorrect parts? Am I looking at this wrong? Someone that has assembled one please chime in Thanks in advance for...

Looking to find out what I will need to support these injectors in this engine from a fuel management standpoinit- I have heard that I can add the USDM injectors and a AFPR to manage the additional fuel. That the Aristo ECU will correct +/_ 10%. The 550's are more than 10% larger than the...

Could use some help before I break something. I am dis assembling my 2JZ GTE VVTI to rebuild and having a problem removing the intake cam gear, I am using the 2Jz Ge VVTi manual, - Removed the Screw Plug with a 14mm hex wrench. - Tried to remove the set bolt with a 10 mm hex wrench...

part of a larger build, but refreshing the front sub frame first. It came out of the car with no problems, already had the engine out. replaced the wheel bearings, subframe bushings and control arm bushings. Putting it back together now and could use some assistance from those that have...

I have been rebuilding the front subframe and now putting it all back together. I cant remember if the tab on the strut that attaches to the brake line faces outward or inward? Also any tricks to lining up the tems tab on the top of the strut? Thanks for your help! Steve

Can someone point me in the correct direction here- I am trying to find a english TSRM that would cover the 2jzgte-VVTI. I think(?) the engine did not come in any USDM cars, so that makes this difficult. I have searched and have read thru many many threads before asking Thanks Steve

I would really like to swap a 2jzgte vvti into my 92 supra, I understand what it will take to perform the actual swap, the question really is- How available are parts both from a stock and performance point of view. - I obviously have looked and do see ECU's, CAMS, I plan on doing all the...

Any guidance here would be greatly appreciated. I am trying to get the 7mgte out, and I am at the poiint of removing the engine mounts! So close What is the best way to unbolt the engine mounts? It looks like from underside from the wheel well, does that sound right? They are the 89+ round...

My question is will it fit without "altering" the firewall. I have searched and read, the info is a bit conflicting. Most say that you must alter the firewall, yet I have seen and read of 2 cars where this has fit without modification. Is it possible that different year cars will make a...

Like the title states. I live in NJ and need to have my 7mGTE rebuilt. I am looking for a shop that understands the 7m and can perform the work correctly. from finishing the deck properly for the MHG, line bore the rods, etc. I dont mind driving for the right shop. Please post shops that...

Some history- Rebuilt engine about 500 miles. Started to leak oil, just a drop in the garage, and then about two weeks ago there was a major puddle under the car. I traced it back to the oil pressure sender, removed it and then reinstalled tightly. Started the car and again Major oil...

I have been trying to figure out how to use the searc to find only posts that contain the exact prase I am looking for. An example would be code 42. I would like the search to find only post that contain " code 42 ". I have tried "code 42", code AND 42, "code AND 42" as well as lower...

I am trying to get the third brake light on my 88 to work. I have a pair of new sylvania 921LL bulbs. When I test the bulbs with a 12V power source they light up. I tested the light socket on the spoiler and it has 12.5V. I tried useing some electical contact cleaner. I put paper clips into...

As the title says, I am looking at a 3" cat back exhaust from a JDM and wondering if it will work? Thanks for your help! Steve

I need one, cant find one online. Anyone have any suggestions Thanks Steve

Help- ( sorry for the long post, trying to provide all the info as possible) I dont even know how to approach this problem. After finshing the engine replacement, the brakes, the steering, finally got the exhaust connected up, it was time to deal with the battery. I have been jump starting...