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:D well i was thinking about what i wana do to my t18 cosmeticly make it look like sex and i was thinking t wing spoiler and a body kit....... But can u get body kits and spoilers to fit????

G'day gents and ladies I managed to pick up two 32/36 webers and I'm rebuilding them, but anyways first of all..they have butterflies that open as secondries when you really nail her, ok..does anyone have any idea about a bracket or a design setup so both butterflies open at the same time. Second, I need some sort of jetting info, they came off a 2ltr cortina but it's goin onto my worked 3k, I'm not sure what's done to it but it's got a decent sized cam and a 4k head, (apparent forged pistons but doubt it) anywho..some kinda idea for jets would be good also, does anyone know if the throttle cable is the right length, I have to modify it anyway to connect it b…

hi, i am looking at purchasing locknuts for my mags on my 1983 dx ke70, could someone please tell me if they're 1.5 or 1.25 pitch thread? thankyou

Hi I have a ae102 seca a couple of days ago I noticed a thud in the rear left as the wheel spins. I have swapped the wheel with the front left to see if it was the wheel but made no difference. Any suggestions on what it could be? I jacked the rear up and freely spun the wheel and there was no thud, so could it be in the suspesion.

i have notics a few people askin the question how to set up a cam and timing makes i found this website it may just help http://www.romac.com.au/Factory_Timing_Marks.pdf

Hey I pulled my engine down due to blowing smoke. As I though time for new rings. But I went to get a set of rings and I found out that ACL have sold up and have moved over seas. I can't find any. So I was told it might be easier to get a new set of ring and pistons. I currently run 20' over so maybe time for a set of 40'. Any help with finding some would be great. B Rad

I'm after some suggestions as to the optimal settings for the wheel alignment. :dance: A brief history on the car: bought as a damaged vehicle through pickles auctions, control arms mashed up, some front end damage, bent chassis. The chassis was straightened (paid someone to do it) the control arms have been replaced, some of the panel work done (new guard and some paint) and some basic work for a RWC. The engine has since been rebuilt, a piston was broken in two piece and it was making a rather odd noise The gearbox has also been rebuilt a few times (oil leaks, noisy bearings, crunchy synchros etc). The car has about 190,000km on it now. Anyway, recently I've …

just curious is it possible to put a V6 engine into ae82 sedan? if so what would be a good engine to put in? cos I'm on P's and not allowed turbos but would be a good sleeper too.

Well I've read 100 times now, people saying that toyota inflated there power rating of the 20V 4age engine series. I'm quite certain this rumour is because all Japanese engines are rated in PS (metric HP) and people forget to take that into consideration. I'm assuming a 20% drivetrain loss for RWD vehicles. Crank power crank PS crank HP RWHP RWKW Silvertop - 160 157.8 126.2 94 Blacktop - 168 165.7 132.5 98 Now not everyone makes 94kw with there ST 20V, but there are many people that do. If you're making 85kw atw on a dirty old 20V with unknown km's on it you're doing …

Hey guys, Just wondering if anyone knows anything about 2-stroke motors, or more precisely scooter motors. I have a Bolwell scooter and have fitted a 70cc big bore kit and an exhaust, the problem is that it goes really nice when it's first started but after about 5-10 mintues it just doesn't want to idle. Come to a stop, let it idle, and it just dies. I have to rev it to keep it going, but it idles heaps smooth just after starting. Can anyone help? Cheers in advance Jono

how do i go about killing rust and rust holes on the body of my t18 then getting it repainted and prices

need help i can't get my stock steering wheel of

hi, could someone please tell me where the diff code is located? many thanks

Have a welder? Want a bigger exhaust? In fact you don't even need a welder (although it will end up cheaper if you do :dance:. Go down to your local wreckers such as the wonderfull U-Gank it here in adelaide and go down to the falcodore section of the yard. There you will find two sizes of exhaust, 2.25" and 2". I opted for the 2" because it should suite a 4k just fine. The 2" systems generally come from the early model cars and the 2.25" come from the newer models. The other reason I chose the 2" was because they come with longer stright sections and the hump for clearing the axle is a bit longer. They also had less resonators/mufflers taking up precious exhaust leng…

After seeing many unknown camshaft profiles for sale lately I have been pondering on how to actually measure the camshaft. So I decided to try to make up a contraption and see how I go. After finding bits and pieces around the workshop I slaped them together to make this: So I gave it a quick measure and came up with these interesting specs: Exhaust Spec Camshaft duration at .005" lift =220 degrees Total Lobe lift = .224" That duration just did not look right what so ever so I checked and double checked. Went on the net to see if I could find anything out and I came accross an article that stated that alot of companies over exagerate thier…

Hi guys, Searched everywhere couldnt find any decent info so if anyone can link me something i suck. :( My 1K is kind of on the way out and I'm looking at my options. Is it possible to rebuild the 1k with out spending an arm and a leg? Also is the 4k and option? i would like to bolt on the 2speed toyo glide gearbox. I know its not everyones cup of tea but i want a cruiser lol. Let me know.. Thanks in advance. Cheers Simon.

hi i jus bought a toyota corolla 1987 ae 80 and the back brake locks on it own when i use the hand brak can people tell me whats wrong and how to fix it

i know there was a right up on flairing guards on here i just can't find it anywhere could i plz get a url paste! lol thanks guys

hi, i am looking at replacing my k40 with a 5 speed. are there any differences in the gear ratios between the k50 and t50? thanks for your help.

first question can a 4af carby manifold fit on a 4afe i can get a manifold to run twin 40 dellorto carbs or a manifold to run a 32/36 can i use my standard cable and linkages?? or do i have to go custom what else would i have to do besides plug the injector holes (leave the injectors in i have been told) to run carbs i don't like ecu and don't want to buy a standalone i can tune and maintain carbs easily and can get as many carbs as i want practically free thank you for your time regards Harry

So the other day i got defected at the bottom of willunga hill for being to low, can anyone tell me the legal ride height for a ke30 so i can get this thing legal and cleared?

How the fark do i turn the rear housing around on a t25 and a t28?

Accelerator pump jets dripping during closed throttle/ idle. Whats the most likely cause? The check balls in the circuit look ok. Could it be the accelerator pump intake/discharge valve? Though they seem to be ok (can only blow through one way). Just wanted to check before I order new ones. Any help appreciated.

OK guys, So I know it has been asked before, i have done many hours of searching and I have found some information regarding power steering into a ke70 (with 4age I might add). I've got questions below ok so Use : Around town, bit of fun Why : Why not, let me know what you guys think for around town, and a bit of fun Parts needed for easiest installation 1. JDM AE86 Cross Member with Power Steering Rack with Control arms 2. Power Steering Arm knuckles. 3. Power Steering Pump 4. Resivior 5. Custom Lines 6. Possibly AE71 steering column??? are they interchangeable???? Possible Problems 1. To use the control arms I've herd u basically need …

i've managed to get myself a 5 speed from the wreckers to put in. at the wreckers i took the side plate off and dumped all the oil and checked all the gearsets for visible damage. all good. so the question now is how much oil do i put back in? and also is there a preference on viscosity and breed of oil? do i fill it through the side plate? it's a k50 box, thanks for your input

Hey guys, i'm in the process of trying to get a rwc on my keto and was wondering if anyone would know what sort of cable the bigger one in the pic is? the smaller ones a standard i got off a mate, but i can't seem to find one that fits the box?... as you can see see the problem with the bigger one is that it simply doesn't have the cable in it.

hay just picked up aye t18/te72 rolla stoked :lolcry: i want to keep the original 3tc engine and want to start on the mods where shold i start .............................wanting turbo set up aswelll what would be best and price for mods aswell :hmm:

ive been told i can put ford xe rear lowerd springs in my ke70. all i wanna do is lower it 1.5" but i need something in the rear to stop it from saging when the kids get in the back. also ive been told i can put lc/lj torana shocks in the back of my rolla. can some one help me out. also my 70 is a all day driver but i will be attending hill climbs at mt cotton aswell.

Hi guys, Just going thru the mess of wiring/relays i have, i am at the electrical part of my sr20/ke55 conversion. There is one relay i can't figure out what it's for. I think it's the relay that sat on the inner guard near the battery, what was that for? (starter motor??) Any help would be great. Thanks

hey guys just wanting to know a few things I'm not very good with cars, my ae71 atm has chopped falcon springs rear and king lows in the front rides fine but i keep seeing different opinions from people...basically i see sigma lcas that people use just wondering what you guys have as your front suspension and arms and that jazz and different opinions as I'm a noob to this cheers

hi, i am looking at re-powering a ke70 but don't have the funds to put the 4age motor in, was thinking about putting in a warm 4ac what are your opinions on this, and were can i find a good 4ac motor. cheers ROSSOTOON

Hey guys. I'm having a real nightmare atm with my e12 corolla. Basically I've been told my backbox is on its way out so I went down the scrappies and pulled a universal fit one off a Corsa for £25. :) :) :D However, I've been trying to get a garage to fit it for me and I'm not having very much luck at all. :( I've been told by a very friendly mechanic that the "mounts" are different and they need modifying. My question to you guys is can this be achieved easily? like is there some sort of adapter I can buy or something like that? I'm not a very technical person but have plenty of friends who would happily help me should any technical skill be required. …

Hi, i am looking at buying a 4k TOYOTA 63MM NECK RAMFLO FILTER for my ke70 but was just wondering if it would make a real difference? heres a link to it..... http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/C...n-306645461.htm Cheers

Hey all i have just purchased a 32/32 weber, does anyone have an install diagram for a 32/32 weber carb, or know where i can find those diagrams or soem intructions on which hoses go where etc. Thanks

bit of an odd question around here i know... BUT would anyone know if r33 springs would fit into a s13?

hey guys does anyone know how to adjust the camber on a 1983 toyota corolla ke70

hello lads i am curious can you fit a e7 boss kit onto a e3 steering column????

Howdy guys, just wondering how to diagnose an exaust manifold air leak. I now own a mkII supra with a 5m. While driving along and putting the car under load at low rpm; say sitting at 1700 in 4th and putting the throttle flat or when the car just turns on. I can hear a prominent almost popping noise, seeming to come from the side of the engine which has the extractors (4-1). Is this a noise which i shouldnt worry about? Would i be able to get soapy water and lather up the extractors with it and figure it out? Thanks for any help ^_^

Does anyone know why i might be getting some compression buildup in the sump of my 3tc? Cheers

How much is my car worth on the market? KE20 3k with total rebuild, bored, decked, pistons, EVERYTHING! thousands spent all recipts. Alpine stereo throughout with ipod plug, sub, amp and so on. 2nd owner with all recipts from original sale in '75'. 14" white mags. All original parts not fitted include wheels, carby, and a couple of interior parts to come with car. Note: has been badged ( bastards!) and needs a carby rebuild.