keancy Posted May 7, 2008 Share Posted May 7, 2008 Isn't that a bit of a dealership myth these days? I thought it was possible, but annoying, to do it in situ? They drink oil though don't they? On a 16VT (which I had) yes on a 20VT it's complete engine out job I am afraid, hence why I didn't move on to one of those. I had a few common issues with mine: manifold cracked, new wishbones, track rod ends, clutch. I had all those mentioned issues with mine too, plus a lot of rust. In the end I shifted mine quick because I had holes in the foot wells and below the seat belt brackets plus a bad ass rusty section on the carrying rear quarter. http://homepage.ntlworld.com/alan.calverley1/James/Image/Fiat/fronside.jpg this is the one: http://images.pistonheads.com/aimg/485/485275-3.jpg Leave it there mate This is the Supra... (what is the sticky out bit behind the wheel arch, is that part of an aftermarket back bumper - not overly keen on that - prefer the smoother look) http://i19.ebayimg.com/05/i/000/ee/cf/5ccc_1.JPG Buy a Supra, even if not that one. Well Keancy went from one of these to an N/A supe and I don't believe she is unhappy with her choice, but your best speaking to her about it. I am afraid your wrong Chap. I went from a 16VT Fiat to a TT Supra. I never had an N/A on either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc_p Posted May 7, 2008 Share Posted May 7, 2008 I shifted mine quick because I had holes in the foot wells and below the seat belt brackets plus a bad ass rusty section on the carrying rear quarter I am afraid your wrong Chap. I went from a 16VT Fiat to a TT Supra. I never had an N/A on either. I thought yours was an N/A veilside, I feel lonely now......... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamesy Posted May 7, 2008 Author Share Posted May 7, 2008 On a 16VT (which I had) yes on a 20VT it's complete engine out job I am afraid, hence why I didn't move on to one of those. thanx a lot matey - very helpful insight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keancy Posted May 7, 2008 Share Posted May 7, 2008 I thought yours was an N/A veilside, I feel lonely now......... Awwww, don't worry you still have Blackie he has an N/A but he is a traitor on the Veilside front And I don't mind anyways I like Veilside no matter what your Engine is thanx a lot matey - very helpful insight Your Welcome mate, didn't mean to put you off as you could end up with a great Fiat or a dog of a Supra who knows but I wouldn't buy another Fiat, not after owning the Supra. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamesy Posted May 7, 2008 Author Share Posted May 7, 2008 yeah its always a risk buying any 2nd hand motor i guess, but i appriciate your advice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Todd Posted May 7, 2008 Share Posted May 7, 2008 On a 16VT (which I had) yes on a 20VT it's complete engine out job I am afraid, hence why I didn't move on to one of those. As has already been stated in this thread, that's incorrect! Maybe joe bloggs has to but the specialists don't. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael Posted May 7, 2008 Share Posted May 7, 2008 As has already been stated in this thread, that's incorrect! Maybe joe bloggs has to but the specialists don't. I despair, really I do, thanks Toddster. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesC Posted May 7, 2008 Share Posted May 7, 2008 As has already been stated in this thread, that's incorrect! Maybe joe bloggs has to but the specialists don't. Yep thats right, they just slightly jack one side of the engine up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewOW Posted May 7, 2008 Share Posted May 7, 2008 I despair, really I do, thanks Toddster. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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