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by Tora
Mon Aug 12, 2013 8:06 pm
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: AC decompression diagnosis
Replies: 4
Views: 3420

Re: AC decompression diagnosis

Anyone have any experience working on the AC in a GTS? I've got a new, cheap drier, and I'm wondering if replacing that and the O rings might be enough to revive my system or if it'd be a good idea to just go ahead and replace the more expensive ($300) compressor.
by Tora
Fri Aug 09, 2013 6:43 am
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: AC decompression diagnosis
Replies: 4
Views: 3420

Re: AC decompression diagnosis

Not blinking. The button stays lit.
by Tora
Thu Aug 08, 2013 10:02 pm
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: AE86 Carpet
Replies: 3
Views: 4707

Re: AE86 Carpet

The StockInteriors carpet came with padding glued on. Had to cut through it in a couple of places, which was not fun.
by Tora
Thu Aug 08, 2013 10:01 pm
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: AC decompression diagnosis
Replies: 4
Views: 3420

AC decompression diagnosis

My AC was blowing cold and working fine for 10 the years of light use I put it through (not much occasion in the Northwest aside from a couple months in summer). I recently did an electric fan conversion with the OEM temp sensor and was running my car in the driveway with the AC on full blast to get...
by Tora
Tue Aug 06, 2013 8:46 pm
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: AE86 Carpet
Replies: 3
Views: 4707

Re: AE86 Carpet

Tons. I got mine from http://www.stockinteriors.com/ They sent my color samples extremely quickly, and the carpet fit pretty well. Make sure you have a good sharp knife or hefty scissors to work with, measue many times. Also, I had to cut the floor air vents up, as they sell one-piece carpets. Kind ...
by Tora
Thu Jul 11, 2013 6:27 pm
Forum: Shops, Manufacturers, and Retailers Only
Topic: RETRO-SPEC CARBON FIBER AND COMPOSITES AE86 PARTS
Replies: 80
Views: 62464

Re: RETRO-SPEC CARBON FIBER AND COMPOSITES AE86 PARTS

Also curious what the price is likely to be.
by Tora
Sun Jul 07, 2013 12:41 pm
Forum: Want to BUY (seeking sellers)
Topic: WTB: AE82/AE92 Thermostat Housing
Replies: 2
Views: 2367

Re: WTB: AE82/AE92 Thermostat Housing

I've got an AE82 (shorter than AE92, slightly better fit) for $35 shipped.
by Tora
Thu Jun 20, 2013 10:26 pm
Forum: Wheels, Tires, Suspension
Topic: FS: 14" progressive custom wheels 0 offset
Replies: 0
Views: 1817

FS: 14" progressive custom wheels 0 offset

Local pickup in Sherwood Oregon only. $50 OBO for the set of 4

In need of a good cleanup, heavy but have what appears to be 0 offset.

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by Tora
Wed Jun 12, 2013 12:17 pm
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: electric fans?
Replies: 20
Views: 12088

Re: electric fans?

I've got mine set up on the OEM thermoswitch, and it works extremely well. I have an aftermarket air intake, so I was able to use the old intake mounting position for my relay setup. Good idea to use a fuse regardless of your method. Don't tap battery power, get it from the battery. I burned out a 1...
by Tora
Sat Jun 08, 2013 1:44 am
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: water temp gauge setup
Replies: 5
Views: 5128

Re: water temp gauge setup

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y274/Dave17777/ae86watertempedit_zps8b55e5bd.jpg This isn't a stock inlet, it's off of an AE92 or similar. The temperature sensor circled is a grounded connection that cuts off when the water reaches a certain temp. I believe that the AE86 temperature sensor is the ...
by Tora
Sun May 19, 2013 4:46 pm
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: The best 4-AC upgrades...
Replies: 29
Views: 27090

Re: The best 4-AC upgrades...

Most of these suggestions are really complicated for someone who clearly doesn't have the expertise or the time to tackle such a huge project. Swapping the carb will be simpler, more fun, give noticeable results quickly, AND (this is the important part) keep his car on the road, unlike 80% of the AE...
by Tora
Wed Apr 24, 2013 7:48 pm
Forum: Want to BUY (seeking sellers)
Topic: WTB: AE86 driver side corner light
Replies: 4
Views: 3132

Re: WTB: AE86 driver side corner light

I have a kouki corner light with no cracks, if you're still looking.
by Tora
Wed Apr 24, 2013 2:57 pm
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: Help!! Block oil fitting
Replies: 3
Views: 3074

Re: Help!! Block oil fitting

It looks like a brass bell.
by Tora
Mon Apr 22, 2013 10:21 pm
Forum: Fun Talk
Topic: 1984 AE86 Levin for sale
Replies: 6
Views: 5603

Re: 1984 AE86 Levin for sale

Um... Cool story?
by Tora
Mon Apr 22, 2013 6:48 pm
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: blower motor not turning on.
Replies: 2
Views: 2396

Re: blower motor not turning on.

Well, when I bought my GTS the blower motor was shot. Replaced it with the motor from an SR5 and it worked fine.
by Tora
Tue Apr 09, 2013 2:20 pm
Forum: Fun Talk
Topic: The best AE86 cup holder. Ever.
Replies: 29
Views: 27209

Re: The best AE86 cup holder. Ever.

I really like that drawer-style holder, but I could never do without my radio. I think the big ashtray would make a nice, solid mount for a cup holder.
by Tora
Mon Apr 08, 2013 8:26 am
Forum: Fun Talk
Topic: Post your cup holder
Replies: 10
Views: 7401

Re: Post your cup holder

Got rid of my rear seat ashtray and installed a $5 Amazon cup holder: http://forums.club4ag.com/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=2145 http://i1340.photobucket.com/albums/o722/torae86/2012-12-22221716_zps8e246cbf.jpg http://i1340.photobucket.com/albums/o722/torae86/2013-01-22215908_zpsa8b344f2.jpg
by Tora
Fri Mar 15, 2013 11:37 pm
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: SR5 swap help me!
Replies: 13
Views: 8212

Re: SR5 swap help me!

Kindof a rough project for a first-timer... I'd rebuild that 4AC and upgrade the carbs / motor mounts / power steering to manual steering swap and hook up an electric fan. I just did a 4AGE rebuild as my first major project, and the idea of a swap is still a bit daunting.
by Tora
Fri Mar 08, 2013 1:59 pm
Forum: Fun Talk
Topic: The best AE86 cup holder. Ever.
Replies: 29
Views: 27209

Re: The best AE86 cup holder. Ever.

I'd definitely get a big mug for long trips! I just put in new silver-blue carpet (blue two-tone in and out) and hardcore carpet cleaned my seats, so I'm paranoid about spilling anything.

Half of my reason for this post was to provoke people who think their cup holders are better into sharing ideas.
by Tora
Fri Mar 08, 2013 1:13 pm
Forum: Fun Talk
Topic: The best AE86 cup holder. Ever.
Replies: 29
Views: 27209

Re: The best AE86 cup holder. Ever.

It sits a bit too far back for me to hit it with my elbow. Not the best placement for drinking while driving, but i dont do that anyways. (I use it to hold drinks from the drive-through until I get where I'm going.) The OEM holder is alright as long as you don't use the console for anything else, I ...
by Tora
Sat Mar 02, 2013 1:21 am
Forum: Fun Talk
Topic: Name that body kit!
Replies: 14
Views: 9957

Re: Name that body kit!

I can't get over that suit. It's like he's low-riding his pants. Too old to be a yankee. Gotta love the 80s.
by Tora
Sat Mar 02, 2013 1:19 am
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: Seat Height
Replies: 6
Views: 4584

Re: Seat Height

I'm 6'2", and it's fine for me. There's a seat angle adjust (the round knob). Maybe your seat is up on some ridiculous spacers?
by Tora
Fri Mar 01, 2013 11:53 pm
Forum: Fun Talk
Topic: Name that body kit!
Replies: 14
Views: 9957

Re: Name that body kit!

Judging from the grain of the photo and the horrible cut of that guy's suit, I'd say it's some Japanese company that made a few kits in the late 80's.
by Tora
Fri Mar 01, 2013 11:37 pm
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: Blue Top Head Removal
Replies: 2
Views: 2928

Re: Blue Top Head Removal

You have to use 12 point sockets on the 4age head bolts. http://www.extremetoolshack.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/6-point-vs-12-point1.jpg I definitely had to remove the cams to get the bolts. The distributor gear of the exhaust cam gets in the way, if nothing else. Keep everything in order and se...
by Tora
Fri Mar 01, 2013 5:38 pm
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: charge light wont come on...
Replies: 11
Views: 6886

Re: charge light wont come on...

My ebrake light did the same thing when the alternator went... it sounds like the wiring is ok... maybe the connections in the harness are all gunked up?
by Tora
Thu Feb 28, 2013 10:04 pm
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: Wanting to compete!
Replies: 5
Views: 4037

Re: Wanting to compete!

Reliable like a daily driver, or reliable like driving it to the track and not needing to call AAA to get it home?
by Tora
Wed Feb 27, 2013 2:25 am
Forum: Want to BUY (seeking sellers)
Topic: WTB AE86 climate control unit.
Replies: 5
Views: 4157

Re: WTB AE86 climate control unit.

I'm also looking for a climate control unit.
by Tora
Tue Feb 26, 2013 5:08 pm
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: RHD AE86 in the USA?
Replies: 7
Views: 5422

Re: RHD AE86 in the USA?

Aside from the rack (which I bet you could rebuild with a LHD rack rebuild kit), I can't think of a single part that would have to be flipped LHD and RHD. The whole steering column is just picked up and moved: ignition is still on the right, turn signal on the left. Of course, everything relating to...
by Tora
Tue Feb 26, 2013 11:58 am
Forum: TECH: Corolla AE86
Topic: Rota Shakotan
Replies: 10
Views: 7807

Re: Rota Shakotan

-zenki- wrote:I waited to long to get a pair of these in 15x8. They're sold out everywhere in europe.

A shop in the usa quoted me $500 shippingcosts, that's mental. :shock:

I thought the whole point of these wheels was that they're cheap (and good-looking)!