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by dantheman
Sat Sep 22, 2012 9:14 am
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] My Aerodynamic rework: Giving the MR2 downforce
Replies: 59
Views: 25951

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] My Aerodynamic rework: Giving the MR2 downforce

nice work, but learning to drive properly would make more difference , no offence like , just saying. I can't possibly see how this can't be offensive, unless you know him personally and are able to critisize his driving ability. :neutral: No offense taken, because last year I did a driving course ...
by dantheman
Tue Sep 18, 2012 11:08 am
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Got Spark, got fuel, but it wont start!
Replies: 17
Views: 879

Re: Got Spark, got fuel, but it wont start!

i will try that, cheers :thumleft:
by dantheman
Tue Sep 18, 2012 11:06 am
Forum: Past Events
Topic: EAST MIDLANDS meets (Sun 2nd & Sun 23rd September)...
Replies: 37
Views: 7340

Re: EAST MIDLANDS meets (Sun 2nd & Sun 23rd September)...

We still having the meet up on sunday?
by dantheman
Fri Sep 14, 2012 9:03 am
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Got Spark, got fuel, but it wont start!
Replies: 17
Views: 879

Re: Got Spark, got fuel, but it wont start!

It is a single layer PCB - if you are handy with a soldering iron i'd give a DIY repair a go :thumleft: I was considering it. Not only has the resistor leaked and potentially changed resistance but theres nothing left of one of its legs. The only way to repair it would be to source another resistor...
by dantheman
Thu Sep 13, 2012 11:42 am
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Got Spark, got fuel, but it wont start!
Replies: 17
Views: 879

Re: Got Spark, got fuel, but it wont start!

asdrewq wrote:Try taking the ecu apart and inspect the electrolytic capacitors for leakage onto the PCB below - They are prone to failure at this age.


Spot on, one of the resistors has leaked and corroded through the contact. New ECU required then.

Cheers.
by dantheman
Wed Sep 12, 2012 4:00 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Got Spark, got fuel, but it wont start!
Replies: 17
Views: 879

Re: Got Spark, got fuel, but it wont start!

Ive checked the spider earth, it wasnt loose, but i removed it and cleaned it up anyway. made no difference. So i did the checks on the ECU: http://www.lovehorsepower.com/bgb/mechanical/volume1/efi_system/Manual_0494_0001.jpg Results which were not as specified: IDL-E2 = 14V. Could get it within ran...
by dantheman
Tue Sep 11, 2012 12:01 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Got Spark, got fuel, but it wont start!
Replies: 17
Views: 879

Re: Got Spark, got fuel, but it wont start!

my inlet manifold is earthed by the boost pressure take off on the right hand side and is well grounded. where is the one underneath the manifold? Ive changed the fuel pump relay and it didnt make a difference. starter relay doesnt have continuity like inspection manual says but still seems to work....
by dantheman
Tue Sep 11, 2012 11:30 am
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Got Spark, got fuel, but it wont start!
Replies: 17
Views: 879

Re: Got Spark, got fuel, but it wont start!

Ok so im trying this morning and when i key on the CEL is on, starts up. Engine dies and i can see the CEL flickering then it lights strongly. starts up again. then it dies and the CEL goes off, i hear clicking and the CEL is flashing along with the clicking. Then it disappeared completely and wont ...
by dantheman
Mon Sep 10, 2012 3:58 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Got Spark, got fuel, but it wont start!
Replies: 17
Views: 879

Re: Got Spark, got fuel, but it wont start!

CEL as in Check engine light?

No ive not seen it, guessing i should check the bulb. Urgh i hate stipping the dash.
by dantheman
Mon Sep 10, 2012 3:02 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: Got Spark, got fuel, but it wont start!
Replies: 17
Views: 879

Got Spark, got fuel, but it wont start!

In April i was 100 miles into a 105 mile journey and the engine unexpectedly stalled. Called AA, he checked the spark, put a voltmeter on the EFI fuse i think, and said fuel pump was working correctly. It wouldnt start up so it got towed home. Everytime i went to start it up after that it worked fin...
by dantheman
Mon Sep 10, 2012 8:43 am
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] My Aerodynamic rework: Giving the MR2 downforce
Replies: 59
Views: 25951

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] My Aerodynamic rework: Giving the MR2 downforce

But even on a 1000Kg Noble, no real effects were noticed until 120mph, and a car 30% heavier the effects are going to be less. ....wheel arches filling up with air caused by the high speed rotation of the wheels. Which is why all race cars have some sort of venting of the wheel arches. Even with 48...
by dantheman
Sun Sep 09, 2012 9:56 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] My Aerodynamic rework: Giving the MR2 downforce
Replies: 59
Views: 25951

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] My Aerodynamic rework: Giving the MR2 downforce

How did you measure the downforce before and after so you know you have made any difference? It's very difficult to do. It cost £25K to put a Noble into the MIRA wind tunnel with an aero technician for 2 days. Improvements were made and measured. No aero really works at less than 120mph, and even t...
by dantheman
Sun Sep 09, 2012 5:53 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] My Aerodynamic rework: Giving the MR2 downforce
Replies: 59
Views: 25951

[Mk2] [Turbo] My Aerodynamic rework: Giving the MR2 downforce

So ive been saying for a long time that I was going to do some aero mods on my car. Why? Because ive done virtually every mod I wanted to up to doing expensive engine work, and £500 spent on aerodynamics will be far more influential than £500 spent on engine power. In april I got it up on axle stand...
by dantheman
Sun Sep 09, 2012 5:51 pm
Forum: Member Profiles
Topic: The Red Devil
Replies: 3
Views: 992

Re: The Red Devil

So ive been saying for a long time that I was going to do some aero mods on my car. Why? Because ive done virtually every mod I wanted to up to doing expensive engine work, and £500 spent on aerodynamics will be far more influential than £500 spent on engine power. In april I got it up on axle stand...
by dantheman
Sun Sep 09, 2012 9:25 am
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Generic] Pics of your carbon Fibre GT wings on your MR2s
Replies: 16
Views: 1544

Re: [Mk2] [Generic] Pics of your carbon Fibre GT wings on your MR2s

Haha I wish it had been that easy. Check it out:

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by dantheman
Sat Sep 08, 2012 10:17 am
Forum: Group Buys - MR2 related
Topic: MR2 SW20 RHD Power Steering Quick Steer Pinion.
Replies: 261
Views: 108289

Re: MR2 SW20 RHD Power Steering Quick Steer Pinion.

Pinion A, but ive told you that already.
by dantheman
Sat Sep 08, 2012 10:15 am
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Generic] Pics of your carbon Fibre GT wings on your MR2s
Replies: 16
Views: 1544

Re: [Mk2] [Generic] Pics of your carbon Fibre GT wings on your MR2s

Would you believe I just made my own for about £80. Pics coming soon.

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