fullrespect Posted March 16, 2019 Author Share Posted March 16, 2019 Hi, not yet as the seller is still preparing it. And possible you seen it as they needed to go with this car for MOT or for cleaning it under... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Posted March 17, 2019 Share Posted March 17, 2019 The track days yes, i will love to go few times, do you have any recommendation which track is best, considering price to value you get Not so far from you is Bedford Aerodrome. It's a huge track that will really allow you to test not only the straight line power of the car but also the brakes and cornering. It's a great track that's really well suited to a GT car. Let a pro driver drive your car, you will be amazed what it can do. I've been there a dozen times with various conditions and it always confirms I'm the weakest link in the car It's got very safe run off and not a lot to hit so is a great track to actually learn how to drive fast and to do it safely. No noisy exhausts though... I always had to stick a bung in my one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Posted March 17, 2019 Share Posted March 17, 2019 Er it is a proper facelift, just an early one hence it's got a non vvti engine (arguably not a bad thing at all). There was simply a time between the facelifts starting and the VVTi engine being introduced? Agreed Scooter, my bad Also agreed that the non-VVTi package might be an advantage (Less complex) and it could still come with the V160 & large case diff (and associated drivetrain), some facelift models still had the older stronger components, some not. The VIN plate will confirm this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Guest Budz86 Posted March 17, 2019 Share Posted March 17, 2019 Small case diff as indicated by A03B unless someone's changed it in the past Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Bullitt Posted March 17, 2019 Share Posted March 17, 2019 [ATTACH=CONFIG]231199[/ATTACH] FA is Front Cloth Seats A few more details for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blythmrk Posted March 17, 2019 Share Posted March 17, 2019 According to me all facelift cars are small case diffs my rsp tt6 shell is an early one it’s pre vvti, V160 and a03b small case diff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
X13mgr Posted March 17, 2019 Share Posted March 17, 2019 Ye mine is a03b on the vin. Although Ive built up from a shell and purchased a b03b for her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fullrespect Posted March 17, 2019 Author Share Posted March 17, 2019 Hi all, thanks for lots of details ! Can somebody explain that "small case diff" ? Thanks ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wile e coyote Posted March 17, 2019 Share Posted March 17, 2019 Hi and welcome Must do meet of the year http://www.mkivsupra.net/vbb/showthread.php?351687-SClub-mkivsupra-net-Summer-Party-on-Saturday-27th-July-2019 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nolizma Posted March 17, 2019 Share Posted March 17, 2019 Hi all, thanks for lots of details ! Can somebody explain that "small case diff" ? Thanks ! Hi and welcome. There were two OEM options for differential on the manual TT mkiv Supra Small case differential / A03B & Big case differential / B03B I believe small case diff was standard and big case was an optional extra. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fullrespect Posted October 27, 2021 Author Share Posted October 27, 2021 Hi All, i decided to continue this topic despite the original car from the first post is no longer mine. I have sourced another example with TorqueGT and it is already in UK I am talking about this: https://photos.app.goo.gl/ktwgYkp8CHC1Sm5p8 The car has BPU done - I am actually excited about that! As the car was imported - obviously will need a bit of attention: I have been told that the exhaust needs to be welded or replaced. What are the best exhausts for MK4 these days? TorqueGT can fit this HKS Hi Power Racing Exhaust System. is it a good choice? Timing Belt needs replacing - any recommendations where to source it from or maybe simply ask Toyota dealer ? Plan for the next few years (apart from the standard servicing): Suspension check, repaint all the elements. Big Brakes conversion The wheels - will be looking to change them as they are not to my taste. Seats - full leather trim I am happy to read any ideas you may have. Any advice very welcome! And have a nice day! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m12aak Posted October 27, 2021 Share Posted October 27, 2021 3 hours ago, fullrespect said: Hi All, i decided to continue this topic despite the original car from the first post is no longer mine. I have sourced another example with TorqueGT and it is already in UK I am talking about this: https://photos.app.goo.gl/ktwgYkp8CHC1Sm5p8 The car has BPU done - I am actually excited about that! As the car was imported - obviously will need a bit of attention: I have been told that the exhaust needs to be welded or replaced. What are the best exhausts for MK4 these days? TorqueGT can fit this HKS Hi Power Racing Exhaust System. is it a good choice? Timing Belt needs replacing - any recommendations where to source it from or maybe simply ask Toyota dealer ? Plan for the next few years (apart from the standard servicing): Suspension check, repaint all the elements. Big Brakes conversion The wheels - will be looking to change them as they are not to my taste. Seats - full leather trim I am happy to read any ideas you may have. Any advice very welcome! And have a nice day! Hi, I'm not sure about the exhaust (I haven't changed either of the ones that came on mine and they are both unbranded), but I'm sure someone can chime in to help on that, but HKS is always highly rated. For the timing belt etc. I'd go to Keron as he's cheaper (and more helpful) than the local Toyota dealer. If you don't have any record of the water pump and crank pulley being changed in the car's lifetime/recently, I'd do this at the same time along with the timing belt idler, tensioner and accessory drive belt. Naturally, if the water pump is being done, I'd advise changing the coolant, thermostat and radiator hoses (including the one at the back of the head!) too. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fullrespect Posted January 21, 2022 Author Share Posted January 21, 2022 (edited) Hi all, i am back after a long wait. Since we won the auction in July 2021, my supra finally arrived at my house on Monday the 17th January 2022. Here she is: https://photos.app.goo.gl/jCpjU6k63uDWuRyh7 I must say, that Torque GT did outstanding job and i am thankful for their service! Very pleased! The car is in very good shape and condition in general. On a warmed up engine compression oscillates around 150 - 155 psi. This example is waaaay better than the previous one i had from unfair trader. By the way, if you ever approach to purchase a Supra with REG: P399 DEP - stay away or make sure you do your own full inspection by a professional. This car is after crash so bear that in mind. Back to the topic: Obviously my new Supra needs some maintenance so will start from this: On 10/27/2021 at 4:59 PM, m12aak said: If you don't have any record of the water pump and crank pulley being changed in the car's lifetime/recently, I'd do this at the same time along with the timing belt idler, tensioner and accessory drive belt. Naturally, if the water pump is being done, I'd advise changing the coolant, thermostat and radiator hoses (including the one at the back of the head!) too. Thanks for the advice @m12aak will for sure check and replace! And i will for sure use @keron's garage to do that! Brakes and brake discs needs replacing - and i would be glad to read your recommendations on that! (from what i recognize the callipers are stock) Also, i have changed my mind about the rims, they are quite nice when you see them in real so they will stay, just needs restoring. That's it for now because i only had it for 5 days and very limited time to do some checks by self. Probably this weekend will allow me to mess a bit more Have a great weekend to all! Thanks! Edited January 21, 2022 by fullrespect (see edit history) 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tayr Posted January 21, 2022 Share Posted January 21, 2022 That’s gorgeous 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fullrespect Posted January 21, 2022 Author Share Posted January 21, 2022 Thank you Guys! Appreciate your comments! BTW, what is your Insurance premium this year if i can ask? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tayr Posted January 21, 2022 Share Posted January 21, 2022 (edited) 2 minutes ago, fullrespect said: Thank you Guys! Appreciate your comments! BTW, what is your Insurance premium this year if i can ask? £795 with 60k agreed value Edited January 21, 2022 by tayr (see edit history) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m12aak Posted January 21, 2022 Share Posted January 21, 2022 No worries mate , as above, that looks lovely. Brakes wise, I don't think you can go wrong with some OEM/OE spec discs (like Blueprint etc.) and some pads to suit whatever you're after, to begin with. Keron would also be able to advise/sort that for you too. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annabella Posted January 21, 2022 Share Posted January 21, 2022 Looks great, goos colour. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fullrespect Posted January 21, 2022 Author Share Posted January 21, 2022 15 minutes ago, tayr said: £795 with 60k agreed value Wow, i need to do more research and change my EU licence to UK finally.. I got it for 1700 with mods and 50k agreed value. That was with Adrian Flux. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Supes Posted January 22, 2022 Share Posted January 22, 2022 Lovely Supe you got there. Insurance for me: £380 (UK-Spec, bpu and transmission declared, 40 years old, no NCB added as on classic car policy). That's on a 5k mileage a year which is plenty for me. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luxluc Posted January 22, 2022 Share Posted January 22, 2022 Nice purchase mate. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fullrespect Posted February 13, 2022 Author Share Posted February 13, 2022 (edited) Thanks to all of you guys! Really pleased with this example! I am going to drop my Supra at Keron's garage to do the right things for start as you all advised! Timing Belt change and all the surrounding and necessary parts will be done soon! I have also changed tyres on the front for Michelin Pilot Sport 4. The rear tyres left as they were because i cannot resist burning them from time to time... In the meantime i have cleaned clippers because i have noticed that the car does not want to move when i stop and release the brakes while on a little hill. Next thing will be to do rear suspension, i can hear some knocking noises, but this needs to be checked (MOT already pointed out this thing) It is BPU but there is still catalysator existent - do you recommend to go for straight pipes? Thanks again and have a great week! Edited February 13, 2022 by fullrespect (see edit history) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Supes Posted February 14, 2022 Share Posted February 14, 2022 10 hours ago, fullrespect said: Thanks to all of you guys! Really pleased with this example! I am going to drop my Supra at Keron's garage to do the right things for start as you all advised! Timing Belt change and all the surrounding and necessary parts will be done soon! I have also changed tyres on the front for Michelin Pilot Sport 4. The rear tyres left as they were because i cannot resist burning them from time to time... In the meantime i have cleaned clippers because i have noticed that the car does not want to move when i stop and release the brakes while on a little hill. Next thing will be to do rear suspension, i can hear some knocking noises, but this needs to be checked (MOT already pointed out this thing) It is BPU but there is still catalysator existent - do you recommend to go for straight pipes? Thanks again and have a great week! If you want to go full bpu, yes, you'll need to decat it. Remember to keep the cats though as you may need to put them back in each MOT if you haven't got a friendly MOT tester. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fullrespect Posted March 11, 2022 Author Share Posted March 11, 2022 Hi All! Been a while since i posted here... I started to do jobs on my supra and replaced as advised. Timing belt + idler, water pump, thermostat, crank pulley, auxiliary belt - all genuine toyota parts, and all at Extreme Performance done by@keron He also inspected the car throughout and said it is a general good condition. Next up, there is a BPU in place but not done properly and some parts are missing, perhaps they removed them in Japan when the car have gone to an auction. So i will be fitting a decat pipes and i think i have made my mind up to use https://www.tbdevelopments.com/ their system is made in 316L Marine grade stainless steel, tig welded, it looks amazing anyway: https://www.tbdevelopments.com/products/first-decat?variant=30210371747923 Brake callipers needs attention as they are binding on the front. Front brake discs will be replaced when the issue is sorted. I am also missing a FCD - looks like it was there before the auction sale, greedy Japanese guys removed it to save some pennies or YEN... LOL The driver seat is tiny, again the Jap guy was really small or just chocked anything to save on YENs. In fact now i am in a need to buy a decent front seats and i have no idea what to put in, especially that i wish to have the genuine Toyota seats, but they are like unicorns these days... I wish you could give me some recommendations. I can consider anything 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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