Nic Posted February 4, 2006 Share Posted February 4, 2006 Really sorry to hear this G. I had an oil pipe blow off a few years ago on mine, you get no warning and before you know it, a LOT of damage is done. Must be terrible watching your p & j go up in flames Good luck with the new car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toyotasuprauk Posted February 4, 2006 Share Posted February 4, 2006 Sorry to hear that, hope you get back on the road with a new car soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gamer Posted February 4, 2006 Author Share Posted February 4, 2006 Thanks guys... The latest on the cause is that it was piston failure leading to crankshaft pressure, leading to oil spray over the manifold/turbo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terribleturner Posted February 4, 2006 Share Posted February 4, 2006 Joe mate im gutted for you I guess there's a silver lining though, but stil....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic Posted February 4, 2006 Share Posted February 4, 2006 Thanks guys... The latest on the cause is that it was piston failure leading to crankshaft pressure, leading to oil spray over the manifold/turbo. Was it the front oil seal that blew, or is it impossible to tell now? I had same problem on my old engine, back pressure into crank case blew front oil seal 3 times, that seems to always be the weak point that goes first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
letmeshowyou Posted February 4, 2006 Share Posted February 4, 2006 sorry to hear this fortunately like you said theres a silver lining and at least you weren't hurt! Good luck with the new one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gamer Posted February 4, 2006 Author Share Posted February 4, 2006 Was it the front oil seal that blew, or is it impossible to tell now? I had same problem on my old engine, back pressure into crank case blew front oil seal 3 times, that seems to always be the weak point that goes first. I am not sure Nic, I will know more in a few days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markrzs Posted February 4, 2006 Share Posted February 4, 2006 You tease Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sim Posted February 4, 2006 Share Posted February 4, 2006 sorry to hear about you car mate hopfully the next one will be just as good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sooper-supra Posted February 4, 2006 Share Posted February 4, 2006 Sorry mate to hear this the car looked really nice...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Class One Posted February 4, 2006 Share Posted February 4, 2006 Joe, I'm gutted for you, your car was awesome, sounded fab at wot and was your p&j. At least you won't have anything to do to your next one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobbeh Posted February 4, 2006 Share Posted February 4, 2006 Unlucky fella onwards and upwards right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muffleman Posted February 4, 2006 Share Posted February 4, 2006 Glad you're okay. You know what they say, the best thing to do when you fall off a horse (or 400 or so ) get straight back on again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supradibbs Posted February 4, 2006 Share Posted February 4, 2006 just caught up with this post really gutted for you joe stunning car did you ever do the shoot for jap performance?? anything i can do mate please give me a shout Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vanessa Posted February 4, 2006 Share Posted February 4, 2006 Sorry to hear your bad news, must be terrible to stand there and watch your much loved car go up in smoke Hope you get ur new wheels sorted soon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gamer Posted February 4, 2006 Author Share Posted February 4, 2006 just caught up with this post really gutted for you joe stunning car did you ever do the shoot for jap performance?? anything i can do mate please give me a shout Yes Wayne, luckily I did get the feature work done for JP mag. I called the bloke at the mag today and let him know what happened. He was just about to send me the print to have a read over for final approval too, he might need to add a few words now. Life goes on and I am feeling much better now knowing that I will be replacing her with a real fine example of a Supra. Thanks again everyone for the kind words, it does mean a lot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DamanC Posted February 4, 2006 Share Posted February 4, 2006 sorry to hear that buddy, you had a loverly example Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RICHARDA Posted February 4, 2006 Share Posted February 4, 2006 Sorry to hear this Joe, only remember this looking so good at the Brighton meet the other day. My guess is CJ's aswell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharpie Posted February 4, 2006 Share Posted February 4, 2006 Very sorry to read this Joe, I hope your new car will take the pain away These people do all kinds of kits, I have used them for a hand held unit with great service. http://www.lifeline-fire.co.uk/ Best of luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ibrar Jabbar Posted February 4, 2006 Share Posted February 4, 2006 Gutted for you mate, it was a lovely Soarer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dangerous brain Posted February 4, 2006 Share Posted February 4, 2006 I know which one it is I know which one it is LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MARTIN R Posted February 4, 2006 Share Posted February 4, 2006 Really sorry about the soarer mate, hope you enjoy the Supra even more Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chiefgroover Posted February 4, 2006 Share Posted February 4, 2006 Sorry to hear. I nearly had this happen, caught it just in time, taught me to use metal oil pipes only on my turbos. Enjoy the Supra!. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miguel Posted February 4, 2006 Share Posted February 4, 2006 FCUK me Gamer ..Real sorry to hear that. I really liked your Soarer. Lets hope the silver lining to this black cloud is a good one and your new toy will fill the gap nicely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gamer Posted February 4, 2006 Author Share Posted February 4, 2006 Sorry to hear. I nearly had this happen, caught it just in time, taught me to use metal oil pipes only on my turbos. Enjoy the Supra!. It was not an oil line as I had just guessed it was that, all I knew is it was an oil related fire. Apparently at least one piston failed which provided sufficient crankcase pressure to overcome the breather system, which in turn sprayed oil over a glowing hot turbo and manifold with catastrophic consequences. Thanks again for the commiserations everyone. I am feeling happy yet sad at the same time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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