slapper

pretty sure a single cam 1600 replacement (ie. the 4AC) is an inspection job (1600 twin-cam needs to be engineered) - at least, that was the case last time I looked which was probably 6 ish years ago. You'll need to book it in. It's a "roadworthy" inspection so the car will have to be in good shape. 3K/4K can go to 5K with just a phone call to advise the new motor. There's a bulletin specifically related to engine changes in Corollas - can't remember the number though. Not sure if bulletins are available online now .. they might be. cheers, Slapper

check your fronts .... sometimes the AE71's had different front struts - and most (if not all) AE71 wagons have the different struts. These struts have springs that are interchangeable with AE86 struts - not KE70 The defining characteristic is the top loop in the spring. If it's the same size as the rest of the spring, it's KE70 equivalent, if it's smallwer than the rest of the spring, it's the AE86 equivalent. caveat: I've never actually swapped the springs in my AE71 - this is just information I gained along the way :) if you look in the King Springs catalogue, they list (at least they used to) two different part numbers for the front springs in an AE71 depending on year and/or sedan/wagon configuration.

s'far as I know, the tunnels are the same and what you're seeing is the difference between manual and auto ... hey ho the angle grinder :)

As I'm not usually driving a Corolla these days I haven't been on for a looong while ... and spotted this post when I wandered past ... that's my daggy AE71 - handed down to number 1 son now that he has his P's. I sold the KE25 2 1/2 years back when I bought my L300 4WD van - 3 cars and a motorbike was being frowned upon by the leader of the opposition and it was actually just getting hard to find somewhere to park them all! The AE71 went under a tarp in the back yard for the kids to drive when they got their licence - it's not flash, but it's not going to break down straight away either! Had to legalify it before I handed it over though - cut springs and a weber made it fun to drive, but not a good idea for a L/P plater :) Blew the motor in the van over Christmas and, whilst waiting for parts, the rolla has been back on the road - roof rack and all. Unfortunately I have returned to Mawson Lakes and 180 Labs is no longer on my daily list ... so you're unlikely to see it out there again - I had noticed your 55 and wondered whether you were a member ... cheers, Slap

look for air leaks - that's what caused dodgey idle like this on mine. cheers, Slap

not necessarily true. To my knowledge, most AE86 have a smaller diameter top coil. The only KE70/AE71 with this front spring is the wagon. so - check before you buy :jamie: Slap

Actually, I don't think you should ... the fuel system in a KE70 should be sealed, which means your cap shouldn't allow any breathing. You might need to explain how you've rigged your fuel system for your 4AGE conversion ... as I understand it, people often use that breather line for the fuel return from the regulator. However: bear in mind that I've never actually done a carb -> EFI conversion! cheers, Slapper

I already have another bike - XR400M The postie is being sol pretty much to fund parts for the XR ... so that's all I'd really be interested in. I know I will be looking for: 21" front wheel - XR650 2000 on would work 18" back wheel - no idea what fits! bash plate - B&B do one acerbis XR400 tank - model 1601W that's all I can think of for now!any of these could be used as part payment ...... . . There ... I've also pulled my finger out and advertised it in the Trading Post :P cheers, Slap

nope ;) it's been on here since June because I haven't bothered to advertise it anywhere else yet! Every now and again I think: "I really must do something about selling that" and then never get around to it! I really really really really really must pull my finger out and get rid of it ... maybe now I'll actuallydo it! cheers

bump couldn't help Spooner - the postie couldn't quite match his Kawasaki for speed :P Even though I really should be selling this thing, I couldn't help but buy a performance enhancing sheepskin seatcover! So now, not only cuold you be the coolest kid on your block, but you'll be doing it in comfort. ay carumba!!

bummer dude - your profile doesn't include any email info :S drop me an email to blueslapper At yahoo DOT com with your email address and we'll go from there ... I'm in Devon Park - home weekdays after 5:30 or so and home most weekends too. cheers

yep! NO takers when it was pissing down with rain in the middle of winter and I'm just about to advertise again - seemed like a good idea to wait until the worst of this fscking heatwave is over though! I'm going to feel like a bastard when I finally sell it though - the more time elapses from the "new bike purchase" the less immperative it feels that I sell the postie :S Gotta keep reminding myself when I look at the postie that I see new wheels for the XR, not a bog-awesome piece of the Australian dream :o cheers, Slap

thanks youse all ... we'll have a squiz on the weekend. Slap

warning - non-rolla question! and a long shot to boot ;) I'm helping a mate get his Crown back on the road after an extended "sitting in the garden looking nice" session. Damn thing won't start and we suspect the fuel pump isn't kicking in. Do any of you likely lads and/or ladettes know where the fuel pump is in a 1989 Crown Super Select? Neither of us even know whether it's in-tank or what. Following on ... I don't suppose anyone also knows the part num? cheers, Slapper