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by 40vpurpletop
Fri Feb 16, 2018 2:38 pm
Forum: 4A-GE Engine Parts
Topic: FS: Socal 20v BT parts - waterpump, thermostat, misc parts
Replies: 2
Views: 4624

Re: FS: Socal 20v BT parts - waterpump, thermostat, misc parts

jmaz87 wrote:throw me a deal to ship to 32607 and ill think about snagging it all otherwise just the vvt solenoid thx


Hey, don't check this site often so I missed your post. Still interested?
by 40vpurpletop
Fri Feb 16, 2018 2:34 pm
Forum: TECH: 4A-GE ENGINE
Topic: 20v Blacktop High Idle
Replies: 19
Views: 22294

Re: 20v Blacktop High Idle

Hello all. Just wanted to circle back to this. This is what happened so far since my last thread. I've replaced the VVT pulley with a new one and purchased another ISCV. The car was a zenki so it doesn't have a diagnosis plug. I think I found the round plug that is one the older models but when I gr...
by 40vpurpletop
Fri Sep 01, 2017 4:56 pm
Forum: TECH: 4A-GE ENGINE
Topic: 20v Blacktop Spark Plug Wire / Ignition Questions
Replies: 3
Views: 6387

20v Blacktop Spark Plug Wire / Ignition Questions

I have a 20v Blacktop with the distributor relocated to the front. Does anyone know where I can get a set of plug wires for it? I read that the wires would be too short if I buy an off the shelf one. Or if anyone knows the length of the wires I need to get if I buy a custom set from Magnecor? Also, ...
by 40vpurpletop
Fri Sep 01, 2017 1:30 pm
Forum: AE86 Parts & Accessories
Topic: FS: Socal AE86 Strut casing, Excel G shocks, ebay springs, T3 camber plate
Replies: 1
Views: 3088

FS: Socal AE86 Strut casing, Excel G shocks, ebay springs, T3 camber plate

For sales are the following for the AE86: Low miles Excel G shocks front and back. Use for less than a year. Strut casing - the gland nut is welded to the casing. I know I know don't ask why. The front shocks are in the casing. I'm probably going to take the upper mounts. - Selling together with the...
by 40vpurpletop
Fri Sep 01, 2017 1:23 pm
Forum: 4A-GE Engine Parts
Topic: FS: Socal 20v BT parts - waterpump, thermostat, misc parts
Replies: 2
Views: 4624

FS: Socal 20v BT parts - waterpump, thermostat, misc parts

All parts are for the 20v BT. New oem water pump: scratched up but is brand new. Told the mechanic it's not the right water pump but he tried to install it anyways so there are cosmetic scratches on it. Comes with O ring. $120 obo New oem thermostat: $20 Used timing belt tensioner bearing: $20 Used ...
by 40vpurpletop
Fri Sep 01, 2017 1:14 pm
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: T3 camber plates
Replies: 18
Views: 15659

Re: T3 camber plates

aaronlee133 wrote:I spoke with Antonio from motormavens about this not too long ago and for that reason went with Tein camber plates instead as he said he's used them with stock hat and no problems.


How does the steering feel with Tein camber plates? Any issues like I had with the T3 ones? Thanks.
by 40vpurpletop
Sun Aug 06, 2017 5:03 pm
Forum: Want to BUY (seeking sellers)
Topic: WTB: turn signal switch assembly lhd
Replies: 1
Views: 2681

WTB: turn signal switch assembly lhd

Hi I'm looking for the turn signal switch assembly. The one with the arm and hazard switch. I broke the arm off of mine and snapped the plastic area housing the arm. Thanks!
by 40vpurpletop
Sat Jul 15, 2017 6:38 pm
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: T3 camber plates
Replies: 18
Views: 15659

Re: T3 camber plates

Update on this. If anyone is thinking about using the camber plates with oem top hat, don't. It doesn't work. The top hat doesn't spin so the spring has to spin to turn which makes the steering feel awful. In my case I had the rubber bush that goes between the top hat and springs and it acted like a...
by 40vpurpletop
Mon Jun 19, 2017 4:21 pm
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: T3 camber plates
Replies: 18
Views: 15659

Re: T3 camber plates

No short strut conversion. That wouldn't make a difference. The problem I see is the stock top hat doesn't go down the top of the shaft all the way but that would only help a few millimeters. The main problem is the camber plate block has a raised lip on the bottom which increases the height of the ...
by 40vpurpletop
Mon Jun 19, 2017 10:04 am
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: T3 camber plates
Replies: 18
Views: 15659

Re: T3 camber plates

I ran into an issue. Looks like there isn't enough thread for the nut. Do you think it is fine like this or should I get a shorter nut?

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by 40vpurpletop
Wed Jun 14, 2017 7:11 pm
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: T3 camber plates
Replies: 18
Views: 15659

T3 camber plates

So I recently bought T3 camber plates and was wondering should these have come with spacers of some sort? I am going to run it with the stock upper hat and I've been reading something about having the load on the bearings is bad. Please advise. Thank you.
by 40vpurpletop
Sat May 13, 2017 1:26 pm
Forum: TECH: 4A-GE ENGINE
Topic: 20v Blacktop High Idle
Replies: 19
Views: 22294

Re: 20v Blacktop High Idle

I tested the TPS and it appears to be within range. The only thing I'm not sure about is the 1mm resistance. I didn't get infinity reading but I'm not sure what that looks like on my multimeter. I mention previously my timing was way off when reading like this can't be right off. I did try different...
by 40vpurpletop
Mon May 08, 2017 10:43 am
Forum: TECH: 4A-GE ENGINE
Topic: 20v Blacktop High Idle
Replies: 19
Views: 22294

Re: 20v Blacktop High Idle

Update on this issue. So I bought another ISCV on ebay and the idle is still high. With the newer one, it surges a bit. Either both are kaput or it's not but I will need another one that works to know. Other related or non related issues I noticed. The idle hangs when I rev up. So when I rev, it wil...
by 40vpurpletop
Sat Mar 25, 2017 1:25 pm
Forum: TECH: 4A-GE ENGINE
Topic: 20v Blacktop High Idle
Replies: 19
Views: 22294

Re: 20v Blacktop High Idle

The cover for the bi-metallic clockspring has some adjustment that is set by the factory, sealed with a smear of silicone and the screws marked with red paint. And the screws that hold the solenoid on are marked with paint, but I think that is just a factory thing to confirm that they have been tig...
by 40vpurpletop
Sat Mar 25, 2017 12:21 pm
Forum: TECH: 4A-GE ENGINE
Topic: 20v Blacktop High Idle
Replies: 19
Views: 22294

Re: 20v Blacktop High Idle

I think I'm going crazy because I just tried to check my timing and I couldn't see the mark. So I painted it white and I still couldn't see the mark. So I thought maybe I should check the bottom of the pulley and sure enough, that is where the mark is at around 6 o clock. Pulley off? No, I just chec...
by 40vpurpletop
Tue Mar 21, 2017 5:54 pm
Forum: TECH: 4A-GE ENGINE
Topic: 20v Blacktop High Idle
Replies: 19
Views: 22294

Re: 20v Blacktop High Idle

I read the two screws are preset at the factory. Should I be marking them with a little paint to make sure they are screwed in the same position?
by 40vpurpletop
Tue Mar 21, 2017 5:03 pm
Forum: TECH: 4A-GE ENGINE
Topic: 20v Blacktop High Idle
Replies: 19
Views: 22294

Re: 20v Blacktop High Idle

Thank you jondee86. I did remove the the ISCV and shot carb cleaner through it. I did not see any black crud come out of it nor any other stuff. I didn't shoot WD40 however. I didn't take apart the solenoid because I wasn't confident I could put it back together right as all the instructions I found...
by 40vpurpletop
Tue Mar 21, 2017 9:22 am
Forum: TECH: 4A-GE ENGINE
Topic: 20v Blacktop High Idle
Replies: 19
Views: 22294

20v Blacktop High Idle

I'll try to keep it short. I searched the forum but got lots of unrelated posts. Engine: 20v blacktop stock with power steering and A/C. No intake with ITG filter. Vacuum routing looks correct. ISCV was cleaned and is hanging behind engine with breather filter on the open end. Possible failing or fa...
by 40vpurpletop
Tue Jan 31, 2017 9:28 pm
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: Strut casing spindle rust
Replies: 3
Views: 3695

Re: Strut casing spindle rust

Well I soaked it in vinegar and got it all off. Just some hard to remove black bits that I'm not sure what it is. Now how do I go about buffing them up a bit. They are still kinda dull. Is there a specification for the spindle? Like they can't get below a specific diameter before they are unusable? ...
by 40vpurpletop
Sun Jan 29, 2017 8:49 am
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: Strut casing spindle rust
Replies: 3
Views: 3695

Strut casing spindle rust

Hi I got me a pair of strut casing but there is rust on the spindles and they are quite dull. What would be the best way to remove the rust and shine them up a bit? Or does anyone know a shop that can do the above in socal?

Thanks and God bless!!!
by 40vpurpletop
Sat Dec 17, 2016 6:10 pm
Forum: TECH: 4A-GE ENGINE
Topic: 20v oil type question
Replies: 6
Views: 6211

Re: 20v oil type question

Another possible reason is that the viscosity of the oil affects the Oil Control Valve for the cam phasing. Typically the clearances in it dictate the viscosity. Too thin and too much leakage and slow response. Same with too thick an oil. Hank Is that why the cold viscosity is high? What happens wh...
by 40vpurpletop
Sat Dec 17, 2016 11:14 am
Forum: TECH: 4A-GE ENGINE
Topic: 20v oil type question
Replies: 6
Views: 6211

20v oil type question

Hi, Can anyone tell me the reason why everyone recommends 20w50 without the reason being its in the manual for a 20v blacktop? What is the reason for such a high cold start viscosity? Why should I get that over lets say 0w40? I've read all sorts of recommendations such as 5w30, 10w40, 15w40, 20w60 a...