General Mechanical

Hi, I have a ke20 with a 3k and k40 and my clutch cable is on full adjustment and really should be adjusted further. The clutch fork is forward of centre in the released positsion and comes very far forward when the clutch is depressed. It looks as though the throw out bearing/bearing retained should be longer? Is there more then one length across the models? I know my 3k is an orgional ke20 item, and I have the thicker of the 2 engine backing plates. The gearbox is a ke20 k40 with the extension housing changed to the ke30. Any advis would be great. P.s. I have done a seaech and found a thread that stated the bearing number is the same from ke15 to ke7…

In my continuing bid to circumvent the AE series diagonal braking and aid in the installation of a Hydraulic handbrake, I've been investigating twin master cylinder pedal boxes with a balance bar. The fabrication shouldn't be a problem and it looks like you can get pre-fabbed balance bars off e-bay for reasonable dollars, so it's all down to pedal lengths, pivot points and actual master cylinder sizes. The standard bore on an AE92 m/cyl is 15/16" (23.8mm) and consulting the TRD bible on AE's, they claim to be using a 7/8" (22.2mm) for the front and a 13/16" (20.6mm) for the rear. And this is some of what isn't making sense to me at the moment. The Grp A Corolla's were u…

hey people need sum help find manifolds for my 2tg, are you able to buy manifolds ie plenum n turbo manifolds? or u hav to get everything custom made, do the 2tg like abit of boost, any help will b great people

Can any body tell me if there is any different between a 2wd hilux diff drum to drum and a 4wd diff drum to drum. I want to fit one to a ae71 race car so I don't brake any more axels. I know the 2wd fit in but I can only find 1 from a 4wd. Any help on this matter would be great Ron W.A

Hey guys, Just wondering how much boost/psi a stock standard 5k could take? I'm planning on doing a twincharge setup at the moment... Cheers, Jake.

Hello to all. this is my first mechanical question....so be gentle. There is a growing trend in the US of removing all mufflers from your car and puting a turbo in the location where the rear muffler was. So I'm thinking about doing this to a ke55 coupe and would just like to get any thoughts from you all. Is this a good idea? will it be to loud with no muffs? Has any one else done this? So heres the plan..... step 1. An exhaust pipe runs to the back of the car and into a turbo 2. Air is drawn in from the rear under the car? I'm a little worried about sucking in water when its wet. another idea is to…

Hey guys, Would I need to run a Catalyc Converter if I went for an EFI Setup on a 4K? Josh :cool:

Hey guys soon i wish too build a sr20det ke70 and i have just read that autos have a Bigger tunnel, I'm pretty $#!t with cars but will this in any way make the conversion any easier? Sorry if this has been asked beforebut I can't search on iPhone Thanks, Steve.

Hi all. Have been trying to find this information myself, been looking through faq and other places. I am putting AE86 front struts and some other 86 suspension gear into the front of my KE70 Pano. The only thing I need to get now is springs, I want to keep it Stock height, it sounds strange but the stock height suits me perfect for what I use it for. I can't find the stock front spring heights for both AE86 and KE70 to compare, they have a difference king spring part number so I can see the car will either be higher or lower so if anyone has the measurements that would be great.

Hiya all, Has anyone had experience before of a wheel spontaneously locking up? The rear right on my KE36 panelvan locks up after being stationary or while in 1st gear. a number of mechanics and brakes specialists have looked at it and it still hasnt been diagnosed. I think the diff is ok, also the gearbox, and i think its probs just the old brake cylinder, but?? Would anyone have any pointers? I've been a bit stumped by it, and need to get it fixed asap, so i gotta find a good corolla mechanic in Hobart area. Cheers all, go well..

hi sorry new to this does anybody selling custom made engine mounts to fit 4age into a ke11 and i need t50 gearbox thanks

Hey guys on my two rear tires i have a small egg or bulge on each tire? Their pretty minor (pictured is the worst one) and don't seem to effect how the tires run. Does anyone know why this happens or if i can get rid of it? Ive been told its possible that the tires are not seated corrected? I would usually just get new tires but these tires are almost brand new and are good bridgestones. Since i haven't brought them myself (came with the car) i can't take them back of course. Can anyone give me some advice?

After asking around a few forums and not really getting a good answer. I'm putting my car back together for track purposes and was looking at RCA's and NCRCA's. Now i know majority of people will run a set up consisting of, Longer lower control arms (xt130, sigma etc) coilovers (~8kg springs), camber tops, lock spacer, ae86 PS arms and RCA's. Which gives you, more track, negative camber and reduced bump steer So i currently have t3 camber tops, stock LCA's, t3 coilover kit on ae86 struts (8kg springs, trd yellows), ae86 PS arms, lock spacer and have been considering NCRCA's but the general feedback is not to run them because they are "crap". But they do the same thi…

i have a hydraulic clutch system where the pedal feels spongy, doesn't return fully all the time, and even stays depressed when you take your foot off. when the pedal stays depressed the clutch is not disengaged (ie it is connected to the engine). I cannot gain access to the slave cylinder as it is inside the bellhousing and not visible, however the fluid level is good, it doesn't appear to be leaking any fluid, there is no sign of any fluid at the master cylinder, and I have bled the system quite thoroughly. I'm seeking to diagnose whether this is the master or slave cylinder that is the issue - before I remove the gearbox or anything overly enthusiastic. I was w…

Hey guys I've got a strange issue with my KE20 currently. I'm getting a clunk every now and then while driving coming from the rear passenger wheel. When I jack up the car and get the rear wheels off the ground I'm able to pull on the wheel and feel it pull about 1-2mm towards me, but this is only at a single point on the wheel. Ive already replaced the wheel bearing but they didn't seem to fix it? There was alot of play in the old bearing. And before anyway asks every bolt is very tight! Any ideas?? The Axel looked normal when i took it out??

He guys I am gaining to get a new radiator and thermostat and was just looking for a good (cheap place to get one for my ke70 I'm in sa down south. Thanks

hey guys i have a ke70 corolla with a 4k-c engine and i also have a toyota supercharger i am looking at puting on it, not sure what the super charger is off but looks bigger than a 4agze one, what power could i expect to make with it on the 4k? thanks for any help, will do a build thread once work is underway

Hey All! I am looking at purchasing a late 90's model Toyota Townace with an injected 7K. Just after opinions/experiences anyone has with said vehicle, such as - how does it perform laden/unladen, visibility issues, loading capacity, driver comfort, fuel economy, anything at all. Cheers in advance for your replies and have a Happy New Year! :wink:

Hey guys... I have a late model ke70 wagon and am converting the struts to coilovers.... my question is if i buy a ae86 strut insert/shock and shorten my strut tubes are these going to work for me... I have measured so my strut tubes and the width of them is 51mm so i searched up the width of a ae86 strut and apparently thats 51mm aswell so i put to and to together and thought why will these not work... Has any one here done this before... Thanks Any help appreciated

I don't think anybody has done this before but here goes. i have a 4afe head that is getting ported etc and a nice 272 degree cam is going in my mate has alot of weber and dellorto carbs i was thinking twin dellorto 40's i can get a manifold from south africa for around the 100-120 mark i have measured and it will fit in the bay ...... but will be tight i can tune the carbs and upkeep on them is the easy part what would i also need to get this to work as i understand that the computer probably controls i can buy welsh plugs easy that will fit any suggestions sorry for rambling on fellas

Hey folks when I brake there seems too be a slight noise from the rear right ( I think) it's like a chk noise repetitive like it's only in one spot as it revolves it stops and starts lol. I'm terrible with cars so if I can get some kinda idea my mate might be able too help it's a ke70 so drum brake any help is good I'm trying too learn as I go thanks :)

has any one here picked an auto over a manual? general opinion ive gotten is autos Are better suited to motors with more torque and no so much to our beloved 4 babgers. was thinking a 2 or 3 speed. or any thing that may be suggested. my current engine is a 4age bp 16v ( plus crazzy idea of 7agte)

First off, i'm James. Just purchased my first car. An 83 KE70 along with and engine to re-build and fit. A 4AGE silvertop 20v to be exact. Anyway, my question is, because my rolla is an auto (ex shopping trolly owned by a nice old lady) and with the intention of turning it in a little dori monster i'm going to have to convert it to a manual. Now i'm not worried about the actual fitting of the box as being in the trade i have the tools and hoists at my dispence, what i do need to know though is what gearbox i should be sourceing? From what i've read it should be a T-50? My other question is for the time being i want to put the box on the back of the stock engine, while in …

hay guys my gf dad races a xf falcon (production sedans speedway stuff) he has a few spare 2bbl webers from the falcon he races we were talking and we thinking of puting one maybe 2 on it is it easily possible would there be more power output then the original 3tc carbie

hey all. for my ta22 celica i will be running bolt on flares my only q is to run the bolt on flares will i have to cut up my original rear guards? fronts doesn't bother me because if i do ill just get fiberglass front fenders. this is the look I'm after

Hello all corolla lovers, I have rebuild a 4k which has a stage 3.5 cam in it and am wondering what jets are appropriate for the 40mm webbers. Also does anyone have a picture of how to set up a linkage kit for the twin webbers? any help is appreciated thanks

Hello to anyone who is willing to help. I have rebuilt a 4k motor to go into my Ke30. Everything went together as it was suppose to, nothing was out of place. Now the motor is back in and wont start. I have checked everything you can think of. It has plenty of spark plenty of fuel, distributor is in correct (checked 7 times, the firing order is correct. Any thoughts? Anyone? Its doing my head in.

ive heard of a 7 age whats is this where did it come from? I'm guessing rare in Oz? what are the specs and such? are they they worth finding and buying?

ayy all I'm really keen on doin a 4age conversion for my ke70 but! apparently it still wont be a fast car.. any thorts or opinions on this ? as i want a engine dat will be able to atleast put them commie boys to shame.. :)

Hey all I'm chasing a 3tgte motor and rwd gearbox with computer and loom anyone know where to look in brisbane?

doubting checking that my motor is in good nic before it gets pulled and i noticed that the dizzy shaft has a bit of play, twisting motion. some of it is comjng from an ill fitting rotor buttom but there is some on the shaft it self. ripped of the cam cover to find it not to constantly messhing with gear on the cam. is the way its supposed to be. ive got to replace the oil seal in the dizzy so want to do both at the same time.

I want to fit Air conditioning into my 1994 Corolla Seca AE101. It has the 4age 20 valve silvertop engine in it at the moment and the air compressor is ALREADY attached but it requires everything else as it didn't come standard with AC. 1. Does anyone know what AC kits from what model corollas would fit to the compressor already attached to the silvertop engine? Are they interchangeable? 2. Can you recommend a wrecker for me to call that might have this part or deals with corollas? 3. Would it be hard to fit myself? The compressor is already attached to the engine so I imagine the dashboard needs removal to install the buttons/interface and the radiator would…

looking at gettin a 4k sent with e-go.anyone shipped a motor before?anyone know roughly what weight a 4k with headers would be?and the weight of a pallet also?I'm guessing you have to include the pallet in the weight yes? thanks dudes

i have really low oil pressure in my 3k.. when at idle its about 5, and at high revs 6000rpm+ its about 20-30. we have tried 3 types of oils in it. 25-50w, 10-14w, and sunthetic? or somnthing like that. motors only about 1 month old and around 2 hours running time. its just got pulled down and the bearings are fine. please help cheers

Hi all. In the past I've seen people hunting down replacement gaskets, and often they can't get them without buying a new part (water pump etc) or a complete VRS kit. I may be able to help out, if you can let me know of any you can think of that are a pain to find let me know. Not just Corolla gaskets, any gaskets you've had trouble finding in the past. Let me know if I get enough interest then I might get some made up.

Hi Guys, I am starting to pull down my ke20 for a tidyup and was wondering how to remove the gutters trim. Would like t know if there is a special way to do this to avoid damaging them. Also, what have people used to reseal the gutters. I'm looking at removing the old sealant and running a wire brush along to clean them up. I have noticed a slight rusty stain in a couple of spots so want to hit it before it takes hold ( will use rust convertor as well if needed ). Cheers Dale

Hey guys a bloke on the forums is wanting to buy my wheels for his ke70, though they 15x7 +7 offset, will they fit? Or does someone live local to belmont so i could try putting them on? His cars not movable and I want to know if they'll fit before I go down to mandurah to pick up the other 2?

hi, i have done a bit of research and i can't really find any help full info. so i basicly wanna run some ae86 coilovers wifth some willwood brakes. the only info i have found suggest using a ae86 crossmember shortened to fit. any help would be greatly appricated

hey dudes ive got a good condition ke35 low kms, dint in the drivers door, stock everything and looks good. problem is i found a 3tgte, t50 and 9" to drop in it. all seems easy enough, ive got a t28bb for it manifold almost complete, got the engine crossmember sorted and gearbox crossmember sorted, diffs complete and shortened to suit corolla, got bigger brakes and shocks in the front already, motor and box sitting in. Now i need to change my brake master to stop fouling on the manifold, got one sitting here, drill holesaw into firewall for hydraulic clutch setup, pedal already modified, wiring complete just pretty much plug in looms and sort out a few loose bits. al…

My ke35 corolla has developed a unusual screeching/squeel noise, its running gear consists of a 4age smallport,and later model adm t50 gearbox. Went into a workshop to get rear main seal replaced due to oil leak, while there got the stock flywheel slightly lightened/balanced and new stock pbr clutch kit installed as my clutch was on its last legs. Pretty much from the get go 15 mins driving home i noticed a squeel when not in gear just idle, doesnt go away if i press clutch in or release.. however its seems to disapear be alot less when in gear moving...also when getting moving when put in first and release clutch to engage gear i can hear light clunk noise the…