Rich.2211 Posted January 14, 2015 Author Share Posted January 14, 2015 Looking good, that's my old car Nice to see it getting some well deserved TLC now! Hi, I've tried PM'ing you but it says your inbox is full. I've also tried email. Just wanted to chat with you about the car and keep you up to date with my plans Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich.2211 Posted January 14, 2015 Author Share Posted January 14, 2015 Any up dates rich ? Not really Lee, it's garaged at the moment and freezing outside so I'll just keep buying bits and hoarding them until it's a bit warmer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kill1308 Posted January 14, 2015 Share Posted January 14, 2015 Inbox should be clear now, not bee on here for a while so it was full up [emoji3] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich.2211 Posted January 27, 2015 Author Share Posted January 27, 2015 (edited) Removed a couple of bits and pieces the other day ahead of a service just to see what would need replacing. Here's my first couple of spots! Split recirc valve hose. K-nackered coil pack connector clip. What it's meant to look like. I've ordered new coil pack connector clips from SRD along with new wires as the stock wires can become brittle and the casing cracks causing a short. Link: http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/showthread.php?298257-Coil-Pack-Clips Also, the factory recirc valve will be blanked off as per advice from this forum. P.S. Yes, that is blood on my hands from one of the bloody clips disintegrating and slicing my finger No excuse for me not wearing gloves though! Edited January 27, 2015 by Rich.2211 (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra_ufo Posted January 27, 2015 Share Posted January 27, 2015 Rich, why are you blanking the factory recirc? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich.2211 Posted January 28, 2015 Author Share Posted January 28, 2015 (edited) Rich, why are you blanking the factory recirc? It's one less potential leak/failure. Also, following some reading from Chris W, I gather it is not entirely necessary and was fitted by Mr T primarily for the purpose of muting unwanted turbo noises (you know, those noises half the forum strive to achieve ). On the Supra it will likely still sound identical but at least I'll be confident it isn't leaking. If I change my mind I will probably buy a HKS SSQV like I had fitted on one of my previous Supras. Edited January 28, 2015 by Rich.2211 (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra_ufo Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 It's one less potential leak/failure. Also, following some reading from Chris W, I gather it is not entirely necessary and was fitted by Mr T primarily for the purpose of muting unwanted turbo noises (you know, those noises half the forum strive to achieve ). On the Supra it will likely still sound identical but at least I'll be confident it isn't leaking. If I change my mind I will probably buy a HKS SSQV like I had fitted on one of my previous Supras. Ahh right, I didn't know that, when it fudged a while back I ended up buying another one, i'll be blocking mine anyway as I have a HKS SSQ3 I might block it up first and test it without the SSQ in place and hear if its any different. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich.2211 Posted February 15, 2015 Author Share Posted February 15, 2015 Pulled the car out the garage today to start doing a few jobs on it and getting it on the road ready for March. Decided to tackle the extra special "Toser" boost gauge today. Apart from the fact it wasn't functioning, it looked daft, wasn't secure and I couldn't put up with the word tosser staring back at me every time I glanced at it It had to go. Ahh this will be why it wasn't doing anything then! Traced the vacuum hose and removed it all, followed by tracing the wires back to find these bad boys... in the bin go the scotch locks and I'll have to look at doing something with the existing wires. Closely followed by wondering why my clocks didn't seem secure... one screw missing and another threaded all of half a turn in may be the reason then! I did find this though Anyway, dash panel removed and a complete new heater vent fitted courtesy of Nicholas along with giving the panel a wipe down with APC. Like new, almost. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supraleeturbo Posted February 15, 2015 Share Posted February 15, 2015 Nice mate what apc did you use to wipe it down ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich.2211 Posted February 15, 2015 Author Share Posted February 15, 2015 Nice mate what apc did you use to wipe it down ? Just a household brand APC this time mate. Works fine on interior trim as diluted correctly it's nice and weak Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra_ufo Posted February 15, 2015 Share Posted February 15, 2015 rich did you end up blocking those holes for the stock BOV? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich.2211 Posted February 15, 2015 Author Share Posted February 15, 2015 rich did you end up blocking those holes for the stock BOV? Blanking caps arrived the other day. Oh and I also got some turbo link pipes made up and delivered to my door for less than £20 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supraleeturbo Posted February 15, 2015 Share Posted February 15, 2015 Just a household brand APC this time mate. Works fine on interior trim as diluted correctly it's nice and weak What was the brand called Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
berg Posted February 16, 2015 Share Posted February 16, 2015 What plans have you got for this one? single? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich.2211 Posted February 16, 2015 Author Share Posted February 16, 2015 What was the brand called It's been that long since I diluted it down and decanted it mate I can't remember but they're mostly all the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich.2211 Posted February 16, 2015 Author Share Posted February 16, 2015 What plans have you got for this one? single? Damn straight! Lets see how the next few months pan out and if all goes well I'll be looking to see what our new trader can put together for me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich.2211 Posted March 2, 2015 Author Share Posted March 2, 2015 I've now had the new SRD supplied coil pack connector clips and wires soldered in. Nice improvement on the old ones that disintegrated! Also, picked up some neo-chrome engine bay bolts to match my wheel nuts (undecided on these) and fitted my cooling panel. It wasn't straight forward finding neo-chrome washers without all the naff "JDM" writing that's usually on them but luckily a mate sourced a plain set. They look a bit out of place at the moment but hopefully it will all tie in together when I clean and tidy up the bay. The fitment of the APR cooling panel wasn't great and it's a good job I had a new Dremel at Christmas to reshape it to fit! Luckily now it's done it all looks spot on Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supraleeturbo Posted March 2, 2015 Share Posted March 2, 2015 Very nice mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich.2211 Posted March 8, 2015 Author Share Posted March 8, 2015 Refitted my dash panels yesterday along with the rest of my interior after fitting the new heater vent and tidying up some bits and pieces behind the dash. Looks a little bit more car-like now! I re-mounted the boost controller screen as well - I really like this boost controller, doesn't look too flashy for the interior but has all the bells and whistles I have ordered all new Gates' hose to replace the vacuum pipes and as good practice I replaced the turbo link pipes too. Turns out it was definitely needed, check out the state of this one below! With two new link pipes purchased through Auto Silicone Hoses (I paid around £18 delivered IIRC for the two pre-cut pieces) I fitted them yesterday. As you can see in the below picture the bay is a real mess at the moment but it will all come together shortly. I can't wait to remove the remainder of the blue hose! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra_ufo Posted March 8, 2015 Share Posted March 8, 2015 good progress mate, wish i had gone for the ash hoses, i paid double for whifbitz and there are looking sqaushed at the moment, the ash ones are better quality and I can pick them up as its only a few miles from me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich.2211 Posted March 8, 2015 Author Share Posted March 8, 2015 (edited) good progress mate, wish i had gone for the ash hoses, i paid double for whifbitz and there are looking sqaushed at the moment, the ash ones are better quality and I can pick them up as its only a few miles from me I must thank Matt P as I took the sizes from the measurements he posted in his build thread, although, I'll also say they could both do with being 5mm shorter as they're a super tight fit as is. The ASH hoses certainly seem excellent quality and very well priced! I ordered the blanking caps through them as well and their service is great. How bad were your previous link pipes? I'm currently sat here annoyed because rain is stopping progress on the car and I want/need it back on the road next weekend! Edited March 8, 2015 by Rich.2211 (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra_ufo Posted March 8, 2015 Share Posted March 8, 2015 my link pipes were no where near as bad as yours however my turbos were dead at the time so I was just replacing things a long the way. I got a job list a mile long, just working on my speedo LED conversion from heckler (and struggling!). are you going to clamp your end caps? i would... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich.2211 Posted March 8, 2015 Author Share Posted March 8, 2015 my link pipes were no where near as bad as yours however my turbos were dead at the time so I was just replacing things a long the way. I got a job list a mile long, just working on my speedo LED conversion from heckler (and struggling!). are you going to clamp your end caps? i would... Yes they're just pushed on there at the moment whilst I'm pulling bits apart. Lots to do... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich.2211 Posted March 10, 2015 Author Share Posted March 10, 2015 LUCKY escape today. Came to change the spark plugs only to find one that one was loose. I can only imagine that due to the build up of crud in that area (leaky cam cover gaskets) the spark plug wasn't seated correctly when it was torqued down and has since vibrated loose - maybe. Anyway, spark plugs changed for some new BKR8EIX Iridiums (torqued to 20 NM), spark plugs wells cleaned up a little and the cam covers have also been removed, cleaned and will be refitted with new gaskets, washers and breather hoses tomorrow. Although, I'm tempted to paint the covers black before refitting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westy Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 I need some turbo link pipes....did you order off their website or did you email them? What size did you order if you don't mind? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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