Paul Laing Posted August 24, 2003 Share Posted August 24, 2003 Why is it that all the problems happen to me? It's really starting to pi$$ me off now, i get the clutch sorted, than another problem happens....Iv'e never had this problem with any other car and it's really starting to annoy me now. Think if it keeps on like this the Sup could go....... I was actually thinking about a Twin Turbo next year, but now i'm not so sure, what if i get the same problems? Or worse!!! Anyway onto the problem, i was at the lights lastnight and when pulling away i had this catching metal noise from underneath, my girlfriend said it was from the wheels but it's hard to tell when driving. Iv'e never checked the car yet, just put it in the garage lastnight in disgust! It also made the noise while still and moving the steering wheel. When cold, or if you turn the car off then back on it won't happen for a while. Garage trip??? ARGHH My dad reckons it could be something to do with the plate behind the front brakes as this got bent when the brakes were off, but i guess we'll have to check today. Am i the only person getting these problems? The cars done 65k so maybe everythings needing replaced now Skyline next maybe?????? :flame Dev Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THOR Racing Posted August 25, 2003 Share Posted August 25, 2003 Problems do occur and normally all within the first 6 months of ownership, then it's plain sailing. You just need to get to know your car. Personally my Supe has done 105Kmiles now and only ever had one major failure of the water pump (my own fault for not using the recommended lubricant in the water) Stick with it. They are probably simple things to fix. Toyotas are generally (99% of the time) very reliable. I'd get someone who knows about cars and especially the Supra to give it the once over, if you don't feel able. 65K miles is nothing. Except brakes and oil (normal consumables) you should not really have to replace anything at this stage. HOWEVER 65K miles is CAM belt change time though and I would recommend you do this a.s.a.p. if it's not already been done. Regards Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terminator Posted August 25, 2003 Share Posted August 25, 2003 The metal backing plate to the brakes could be a good candidate for your noise, and very easy to fix. But if it is making the noise while still you may need to look further. MKIV's are very reliable if looked after. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Laing Posted August 25, 2003 Author Share Posted August 25, 2003 Yeah i'm gonna stick with it, i think iv'e just picked up a previously unloved one. I have had to replace the rear shocks, the diff, and clutch....hopefully there shouldn't be much else eh??? Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mid_lifecry_sis Posted August 26, 2003 Share Posted August 26, 2003 Paul. Any concelation - I have spent 5k in six months - now the car runs really rather well, needs to from my wife! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terminator Posted August 26, 2003 Share Posted August 26, 2003 Originally posted by Paul Laing Yeah i'm gonna stick with it, i think iv'e just picked up a previously unloved one. I have had to replace the rear shocks, the diff, and clutch....hopefully there shouldn't be much else eh??? Paul Reading all you posts, it does appear that you have been unlucky and picked up a dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Laing Posted August 27, 2003 Author Share Posted August 27, 2003 Yeah i think i was just unlucky!!!! Thing is, everything has been replaced now and whoever buys the car from me will get a really good car. Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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