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Re: Readmittance to the Game, 1991 MR2 Turbo
This was my favorite car for all of high school, but i just couldnt afford one back then. I remember people on the forums always bitching about the "hose from hell"
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Re: Readmittance to the Game, 1991 MR2 Turbo
My buddy had a NT one back in 1997 when I got my first DSM, I was surprised how much smaller the MR2 was inside than my Talon. Cool car, should be a lot of fun.
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Re: Readmittance to the Game, 1991 MR2 Turbo
I have not checked the HFH on this one yet, I may start working on it tonight if time permits.
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Re: Readmittance to the Game, 1991 MR2 Turbo
There is also the hose from hell on earth which is another coolant hose next to the hose from hell. You'll have to remove the oil cooler and the bracket. When I did mine, the bracket threads got stripped. Went to the dealer and they said there are only 5 left in the US and they are in Cali. Another place that coolant tends to leak are the 2 heater aluminum lines that runs from the engine to the heater core. Toyota no longer has them in stock. I re-looped mine because I won't be needing heat for summer. Hopefully you don't have any of these problems.
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Re: Readmittance to the Game, 1991 MR2 Turbo
Well stage 1 for wiring is nearly complete. I've decided I am going to go back at the turbo timer harness here tonight and hook up the speedometer feature as I'll be putting in the reverse lights and have the trunk all torn apart anyway (ECU is in the back).
The problem was multifaceted as to why this car was a wiring nightmare. 1) The grounds were not consistent or even "grounded" some ground wires for different items were run to locations that wouldn't ground to the chassis. 2) The previous owner did not believe in soldering connections, using crimp connections, or even making a solid twist. It was a half of a twist to sometimes 2 twists for a connection with electrical tape holding it together. 3) Instead of cutting the wires to length, I think it was cut wire, then install, then cut more wire because it was short, and then install. For the boost gauge, it took 7 wires connected to ground the gauge and to run to the recall button to see max boost pressure. 4)Turbo timer power wiring was installed to the factory harness with a install harness, but then the auxiliary and 12v constant power hookups were routed back and also spliced into the ignition harness at the key cylinder. I wonder why this vehicle had 30amp ECU and ignition fuses instead of the factory 7.5amp... 5) The stereo wasn't "removed" it was stolen. The driver side rear glass is new Toyota without the "warning stereo will not work if removed sticker" that they all have, the driver side door class is scratched from a screwdriver, the molding is gouged, and there were glass bits all over in the vehicle. Thankfully the stereo wiring seemed intact for the most part as the previous previous owner must have done that and the speaker install (professional hookups to the factory wiring, just had to tap into the adapter harness for the new stereo. 6) Items "routed" through the rear bulkhead/firewall weren't threw a grommet and were chaffing against the exposed metal. On to the pictures. In the first two shots, we have the interior pre me getting started, except I have already moved the turbo timer and boost controller to where I want them. When I got the car the turbo timer was in the radio "hole" and the boost controller was in the glove box. http://www.mitsustyle.com/photopost/...prewiring2.JPG http://www.mitsustyle.com/photopost/...prewiring1.JPG The wiring pulled out of the hole http://www.mitsustyle.com/photopost/...pre_rewire.JPG Here is what I found when I traced the wires to the firewall. http://www.mitsustyle.com/photopost/...rewallfail.JPG This is what you use to fix this problem after you file the burr away that was behind the vacuum line (couldn't get a picture) and clean up the hole. http://www.mitsustyle.com/photopost/...52/grommet.JPG Installing the grommet. http://www.mitsustyle.com/photopost/...et_install.JPG How it should have been. http://www.mitsustyle.com/photopost/...ewallfixed.JPG Mid wiring chaos. http://www.mitsustyle.com/photopost/...mid_wiring.JPG This is how you setup a grounding solution for future use! http://www.mitsustyle.com/photopost/...g_solution.JPG Mounting the Greddy bits into the single din holder. http://www.mitsustyle.com/photopost/...ing_greddy.JPG Wiring completed http://www.mitsustyle.com/photopost/..._completed.JPG Interior completed http://www.mitsustyle.com/photopost/..._complete1.JPG Interior completed 2. http://www.mitsustyle.com/photopost/..._complete2.JPG I also took and remounted the left front foglight as zipties are not the proper way to deal with stripped screws, but a drill can fix those screws. Fixed a few blown fuses and took it out for a spin, car runs great! Now to check vitals and work on the list below. Parts here left to install: -94+ reverse lights -valve cover gasket -fuel filter -oil change -SS clutch line -SS brake lines -Synthetic brake fluid Items still to fix: -Speedometer wire from ECM to turbo timer -License plate lights inoperable -Driver side seat worn, need to figure how much I want to spend on covers Items coming in the mail/need to pick up and install: -Wheels possibly (waiting to hear back from the owner as to when to meet) -Aluminum Radiator -Radiator to pipe hoses -Aerocatch hood pins -Trans fluid |
Re: Readmittance to the Game, 1991 MR2 Turbo
You put the turbo timer back in? :D
Clean work, looks good. My Evo has one, that sucker is coming out when I get to it. |
Re: Readmittance to the Game, 1991 MR2 Turbo
I will bump this for you since I want some updates!
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I like the look of interior! Sweet ride!
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Interior looks good!!!
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You sure do love wiring, don't you? :)
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Re: Readmittance to the Game, 1991 MR2 Turbo
Update from 4/5, didn't post it here as no pictures loaded, will add later.
Update: Slow going, but found another reason why you should inspect vehicles 100% prior to buying them, (or just trailer them home and expect the worse like I did) The vehicle was advertised in having "new" brakes. While the pads are new appearing, the job wasn't done correctly (big surprise). Found BOTH caliper slide bolts missing from the Driver's front caliper. Meaning on my sweet 5.8 mile test drive , if I would have had to panic stop, there is a good chance that caliper would have ejected itself from the rotor and braking would have been a null and void idea. Good thing I decided to install the stainless brake and clutch lines while I have it apart. My thoughts were that a 20 year old vehicle should probably have them changed with a brake/clutch fluid flush...I didn't expect to find nearly disconnected brakes. Things accomplished that I will show pictures (since last update): -Engine bay cleaned up, valve cover gasket replaced -Spark plugs replaced, 1 stage colder, gapped to .030" and indexed -Valve clearances checked, all within spec except on exhaust valve that is to tight, I am chalking that up to carbon and letting it buck -Multiple vacuum lines replaced that were torn/brittle -Extensive cleaning of intercooler system sans intercooler itself -SS brake lines -SS Clutch line -Aluminum radiator installed -Clutch fluid flushed -Brake fluid flushed -Coolant flushed -Fuel filter changed On Deck: -install 2 new caliper slide bolts -fill coolant with custom distilled water+water wetter+ 50/50 coolant mix -oil change, 10w30 valvoline synthetic and purolator filter -trans fluid change, custom blend of Shockproof liteweight and syncromesh -Install Aerocatch hood pins -clean air filter/air intake -clean up last intercooler pipe and reinstall piping -install and route catch can -Get new tires installed -Install camber bolts -Alignment On the plus side, minus the ugly body the mechanical aspects of the car are coming together and it should be roadworthy this week pending any other “interesting” finds. |
Re: Readmittance to the Game, 1991 MR2 Turbo
Today's update:
I drove it to work. Things left to do: -rebleed brakes, spongy wouldn't begin to describe this mush. I will have to try it with the car running so the ABS pump works, I think I got air in there :( -Install hood pins -Figure out why that damn turbo timer isn't working. Think its a setting, just haven't looked at it. -Install new wiper blades -Detail this pink pig and see if I can get some of these dents pdr pulled -get tires installed -alignment |
Re: Readmittance to the Game, 1991 MR2 Turbo
Well the next item on the list, after getting the brakes bled and tires on (last weekend) was to start "de-pinking" the car. The paint was heavily oxidized.
I've snapped some before and current shots. No wax on the car yet, and all work done by hand, my rotary buffer or DA polisher haven't been touched. Before I chewed up pads and heavy buffing compound, I decided to see what can be done with the following:
Still to come: -2 Stage Wax with DA polisher (really helps "set" the was in to the Polish) The area's I've "worked" have been the roof, rear engine cover and side covers, trunk lid, spoiler, and the A and C pillars. They are done through the above 4 steps Still need to do:
Keep in mind, this is 20 year old, factory paint that has been through a lot of neglect. The hail damage coupled with the missing paint made me not worry about getting it perfect to the naked eye. This car is about making improvements from previous, not perfect. Over time things will be sorted out. Total time invested so far: -6 hours Best time savings: -Running it through touchless car was instead of spending 1+ hours washing/drying car Before shots after putting engine back together: http://www.mitsustyle.com/photopost/...re_detail1.JPG (Notice the heavy heavy oxidation on the trunk lid, the roof and everything "up" is the same above photo left side, below photo right side) http://www.mitsustyle.com/photopost/...re_detail2.JPG Before shots outside: http://www.mitsustyle.com/photopost/...r2_upload2.JPG During shots: Left side -After claybar + Ultimate Compound. Right side-After Claybar only http://www.mitsustyle.com/photopost/...r2_upload4.JPG http://www.mitsustyle.com/photopost/...r2_upload3.JPG Current condition (done minus wax): http://www.mitsustyle.com/photopost/...tage_2_-2_.JPG (Yes my ceiling is sheetrocked and mudded/taped but not painted) http://www.mitsustyle.com/photopost/...st_stage_2.JPG http://www.mitsustyle.com/photopost/...r2_upload6.JPG (If you look closely you will see reflections of: Weed wacker, plywood, shelf, few buckets full of fishing gear) http://www.mitsustyle.com/photopost/...r2_upload5.JPG (Notice the ladder, garage door opener) Not perfect, but at least what paint is left is shining again! :banana: |
Re: Readmittance to the Game, 1991 MR2 Turbo
Looks good! It's amazing what some time and effort can do for a paint job. I can't wait to cut and buff my 1g.
Personally, I prefer 3M products to Meguirs. I highly recommend trying them out if you already haven't. |
Re: Readmittance to the Game, 1991 MR2 Turbo
That is awesome. It gives me some hope with my car.
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She shines up real nice!
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Nice work on the shine, but you really could've saved yourself a bunch of time by just buffing it with a high speed buffer, the end result is exactly the same. Looks good, should be fun for summer if it ever arrives.
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Re: Readmittance to the Game, 1991 MR2 Turbo
I agree with Steve that it would have been a lot faster to just use a good heavy cut compound on a high speed buffer, then use a good swirl mark remover and add some polish and wax, good to go. You probably could have done the whole car in the same amount of time it took you to do that little bit.
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Re: Readmittance to the Game, 1991 MR2 Turbo
Looks good! X2 on electric buffer, thats all I ever use.
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