General Mechanical

Hey fellas......on the weekend i picked up a 5k engine out of the trading post....i knew it was rooted...the fella i bought it off said that he thought it was a blown head gasket......so i took the head off as soon as i got home and sure enough number one cylinder was all pitted......so i'm thinking hmmm.....if i bore it and take it out as far as it will go i might have a 5K to chuck into my car.... :D still got alot of work to do on it......however i was going to ask does anyone know how far a 5K engine will bore out to......it's got me a little worried.....the piston caps have stamped in the top 0.50......i think the standard bore size on them is 80.5 mm.....any help wo…

Got a ke25 that I'm putting a 4agte into, it's currently got a 120y diff which handled a 3tgte but i'll be pumping around 250hp at the wheels hopefull and don't think the diff will last. Anyone know what is a good diff conversion for these. all help appreciated. cheers

Engine Engine Displacement (cc): 1290 Firing Order: 1342 Spark Plugs Type: Denso W16EP Gap (mm): .80 Compression Pressure (psi): 127-156 Distributor Make: Bosch DWELL: 50±2 Point Gap (mm): .40-.50 Ignition Timing Initial/Static: 8@Idle C/S Fuel System Make/Type: Aisan Float Level (mm): 7.5 Idle Speed (rpm): 750N Emission CO%: 0.3-2.0 Fuel Pump Pressure (psi): 2.8-4.3 Fuel Capacity (cc/min@rpm): 900@5800 Oil Pressure (psi): >45@3000 Valve Clearances Inlet Hot/Cold (mm): .20 Exhaust Hot/Cold (mm): .30 Torque Specification Cylinder Head (ft.lbs): 39-47 Main Bearings (ft.lbs): 47-49 Con Rods (ft.lbs): 29-37 Alternator/Generator Make/Type: Bosch…

Again not much has changed except the Engine capacity and related measurements. I THINK this is a 4K Engine Engine Displacement (cc): 1290 Firing Order: 1342 Spark Plugs Type: Denso W16EP Gap (mm): .80 Compression Pressure (psi): 127-156 Distributor Make: Denso DWELL: 52±2 Point Gap (mm): .40-.50 Ignition Timing Initial/Static: 8@Idle C/S Fuel System Make/Type: Aisan Float Level (mm): 6.5 Idle Speed (rpm): 750±50 Emission CO%: 0.3-2.0 Fuel Pump Pressure (psi): 2.8-4.3 Fuel Capacity (cc/min@rpm): 900@5800 Oil Pressure (psi): >45@3000 Valve Clearances Inlet Hot/Cold (mm): .20 Exhaust Hot/Cold (mm): .30 Torque Specification Cylinder Head …

I'm really not sure what model this is...seems to be only a limited run of them. The only difference I can find is some emissions changes and a compression drop. This is most likely the 3K-C Engine Engine Displacement (cc): 1166 Firing Order: 1342 Spark Plugs Type: Denso W16EP Gap (mm): .80 Compression Pressure (psi): 149 Distributor Make: Denso DWELL: 52±2 Point Gap (mm): .40-.50 Ignition Timing Initial/Static: 8@Idle C/S Fuel System Make/Type: Aisan Float Level (mm): 6.5 Idle Speed (rpm): 750±50 Emission CO%: 0.3-2.0 Fuel Pump Pressure (psi): 2.8-4.3 Fuel Capacity (cc/min@rpm): 900@5800 Oil Pressure (psi): >45@3000 Valve Clearances Inlet…

Although this specifies 1974-76 I am pretty sure that it would Include late KE20. Engine Engine Displacement (cc): 1166 Firing Order: 1342 Spark Plugs Type: Denso W16EP Gap (mm): .80 Compression Pressure (psi): 156 Distributor Make: Denso DWELL: 52±2 Point Gap (mm): .40-.50 Ignition Timing Initial/Static: 8@Idle C/S Fuel System Make/Type: Aisan Float Level (mm): 6.5 Idle Speed (rpm): 750-850 Emission CO%: 3.0 Fuel Pump Pressure (psi): 2.8-4.3 Fuel Capacity (cc/min@rpm): 900@5800 Oil Pressure (psi): >45@3000 Valve Clearances Inlet Hot/Cold (mm): .20 Exhaust Hot/Cold (mm): .30 Torque Specification Cylinder Head (ft.lbs): 39-47 Main Bearings …

OK guys I have this shop manual here with a crapload of settings. So over the next few days/weeks I'll be typing out all this info for each particular model. I figure I wont bother with auto transmission settings as they suck and should burn in hell. If theres any car 1970-1990 (early 1990) that you would like the settings for (bar all the corollas because I'm putting them up anyway) please PM me and I'll add it to my list! I'll also have a separate topic for each car for easy searching and finding. Once Ive posted the settings I'll lock the thread to keep it tidy Engine Engine Displacement (cc): Firing Order: Spark Plugs Type: Gap (mm): Compr…

Hey guys I'm thinking of getting my cam reground seen as I have rego out of the way. Who in Brisbane regrinds cams? What duration and lift do you suggest? I'm looking for something that will give me some grunt but isnt such a bitch that I can't drive it on the streets. Mind you a big lopey idle at the lights with a nice exhaust is awesome :ninja:

Ok people, i just had an idea. So i don't get mixed up, and for other newbies as well, could we post here ure name - and ure car and ure rolla clbu name Eg. Teddy - Rolla name / Nick name Matthew - Real Name White 1983 Ke70. Stock Etc Thanks, and hopefully if we get all the regulars here, soon every 1 will kno every 1 that much better! Cyas Teddy

I have a mate that has somehow stuffed the banjo diff in a KE30. We will have to change the diff, however the diff we are thinking of putting in is out of a KE55 which is a salisbury diff.......can anyone tell me if the diff will fit straight in.....??

Hey all Ive got a Question. With Aircon,- As u all know i have a ke70 (well, 2...) - and its got the 1.3 L. This is too little and aircon would liturally kill it. So, i thought - well, how about hooking up a powerfull 12 V Motor desenated to turn the aircon motor (assuming the wires are all done propery via what eva is needed) - Would this work? Also, what else is needed for airon? isnt there a seperate radiator or someing? - WHo here knows somting about aircon! - oh and u need all the pipes and that hehehe P.s - the 1.3 has a good lots space to the left of the block lol Thanks all Have a good x-mas - whats left of it! Cheers, Teddy

I'm in desperate need of the bottom section of the thermo housing, the heater hose port has a hole in it. PM ME OR MY MOB IS 0405 721 764

hey all Wile lookin unda the blue rolla at my house, observing the nature, i notused that the back differentuial (the part where the axel goes into that box, which turns the back wheels) - well, the seciton where the axel enteeres the diff box, there is a damp section - it doesnt look too bad, is this a serious problem, or do soem seals just need fixing - ova the last 2 yers worth of servie recoreds, there is no mention of any problems in that area... so... hmmm... whats the go there?

Hey all Just a q, How long would it take to take out the 4kc motor, recondition it and put it back together and back into car? Also, what parts to u need and how much aprox do these cost? Thanks 4 listening - ive had nothing but good responces so far, thanks eveyr 1!! Ted

Yo all Just a query - How many K's does every 1 here have on the clock? My rolla (blue 1) has 276, and the the white one was 219 :) ted

Hey all Does any 1 have any infomaion pamflets / advertising bits for corollas from the mid 70's / mid 80's / onine or on paper ? All offers welcomed Ted

Does any one know a good dealer who could point me in the write direction for corolla parts and a rear spoiler for a ke70 / ae71 sedan !? (parts mening engines, engine parts etc - mechincal stuff) Any requests cheers P.s - i strongly recomend an air horn for any toyota corolla - i have one and havnt turned back since :D Corney joke i red at work today : yo mummas so stupid she invested in and bought a solar powered flash light.... :)

I was wondering if you can use the bell housing off a 3K auto gearbox... who knows...might as well ask seen as I have one lying around

Ok guys...take it from me don't do an exhaust swap without a car lift or pit. Its friggen hard to get the bitch in there...esp when the pipe is solid from after the manifold to the tip. We ended up cutting the pipe and dad made up a pretty nice bracket to hold it together till we can get our hands on a TIG/MIG welder to put the bitch back together. Zorst came off my recently aquired KE30. Each time I work on the 30 I find more and more rust...at the moment it looks as if the car is going to be pawned of all its goodness and then sent off to the wonderful world of the wreckers/car crusher. Its sad I know...but it lived its life on the gold coast so …

Front suspension almost sorted, just a few things more and a few mods to make and it'll bolt together... Mmm pretty :) Total cost of front suspension + brake setup so far: $2200 (geez it'd better work) Components: RT132 Corona struts shortened 40mm Custom adjustable height coilover setup King Springs 250lb 250mm 65mm ID prosport springs Boge bumpstops (these bloody things are ridiculously expensive - in retrospec should have just gotten some rubber bits to use as bumpstops) KMac adjustable strut tops AE92 Koni Sport adjustable shocks AE86 powersteering steering arms Mitsubishi Scorpion GE (or GH) lower control arms Custom lower control arm bushes…

Saw this guys car on boost and it looks like it has a K motor Still can't be sure if it is or not...just thought Id post it up for you guys to comment on

Hey guys, Wiggles here from Townsville, can anyone tell me what turbo would be a simple easy swap on an EL31 GP turbo?, As far as i know it has a ct9 standard (same as the 4efte). Any help much appreciated. :whistle:

I'm after suggestions on upgrading my brakes, but i want to be able to run the standard wheels, or at very least go to 14" wheels standards, i want fairly good brakes cos' the motor well be upgraded to a sr20 turbo, and i plan to drive it like it's slolen. :KY:

My clutch master cylinder is dumping its contents onto my left foot and i've noticed the clutch master cylinder off other toyotas look similar to an AE86 one. Is it possible to one of these instead of an AE86 one?

OK here is my first contribution : the DASH !! You might be happy to know that the wiring loom for the CS-X is complete in the S Model (I managed to plug a TACO straight into my S Dash and it worked from the start.

HP bug is biteing and I want me a turbo (shuddup nick...i know NA can cop it ) :P What should I expect to pay for a 4A-GZE less the supercharger? what about a straight 4A-GE? And any conversion resources for the KE20 would be nice Cheers, Ben

Ok I'm starting to think about how much more this stocko diff will take once I get the weber on and then the 4K hybrid later How much have you had success with and what are easy replacements. I would imagine RX2-3s would fit not too bad...but I really don't know alot! and LSD or mini spool wouldnt go astray too!

Can anyone tell me if I can stick a 20 valve head on a stocko 16 valve 4afe. Will it fit? Will I need any mods? Will my extractors fit the 20valve head? Any feedback would b tops. Cheers

Type TOYOTA 4A-GE Displacement 1600cc (98 cu in) Configuration 4 cylinder in-line, twin overhead cam 4 valve per cylinder Bore x Stroke 81 mm (3.189") x 77mm (3.031") Compression Ratio 12.7:1 Exhaust Valve Diameter 27.5mm (1.038") Intake Valve Diameter 32.0mm (1.260") Horsepower Approximately 240bhp@9,500rpm Maximum Torque 130lb-ft niiiiceee...wonder if this would make the rolla stand on its rears :P ive had to host these from my home machine...sorry if they don't work

Ok REALLY don't know alot about carbys so I'm gonna need some help here. I havent got the carby yet but I have it lined up. It is a Cortina 2.0L Weber 32/36 DGV I believe. What kind of modifications do I have to do? I KNOW its gonna need jetting down (where do I get parts for this?) and ajusting plates. How hard is it to make ajuster plates? and any other useful info would be much appreciated!

Well my KE20 is boosterless which makes braking a very intense job. I want to add a brake booster but with minimal modificating. Any suggestions on what I should do and what I will need to do?

Does anyone know what is connected to what? Also if you know what the KE20 K-40 wiring is. That isnt as hard to figure out though!

:blink: dudes i'm from melb I need some help i own a 91 rolla gti and i would like to sproose it up a bit.Can YOU GIVE me details on body work engine work and interior where to start and all that bullshit,can you guys also help me with clubs and all does tings aiiiiit!

Hey guys As most of you know I put a 4EFTE (Starlet GT Engine) into my Corolla II GP Turbo, now when I first drove it around it seemed great, smooth, fast & powerful.... now its a whole new story.. The engine feels like its struggling to get power specially on boost and when boost kicks in black smoke pours from the exhaust and I go a little bit quicker. I spent thousands on getting this engine in and running right only to have this occur 1 and half months later. When I advised the problem to the mechanic who put it in he told me to come in next month (when my warrenty is expired) so he can have a look at it. I've been thinking of what the problem cou…

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