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by Raptor
Thu Jul 26, 2012 2:41 pm
Forum: Modifications
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Charge Cooler Radiators
Replies: 18
Views: 7177

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Charge Cooler Radiators

im looking at getting all the parts for this and generally have seen people go with fiat rads infront of the existing rad. complete newby to this as would ask why you leave the old rad in place. my aircon has been removed so thats out of the way and i was looking at another turbo cars rad (as my exi...
by Raptor
Mon Jul 23, 2012 6:17 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] electric windows not working after ecu reset
Replies: 1
Views: 377

[Mk2] [Turbo] electric windows not working after ecu reset

so decided i wanted to reset the ecu to try and get slightly better fuel consumption so took the fuses for the efi and ecu out last night and put them back this morning. went to go out in the car and now my windows do not work at all, im not sure if it's related to the ecu reset but I can't understa...
by Raptor
Mon Jul 02, 2012 1:15 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: replacement turbo oil feed lines - make your own or purchase kit?
Replies: 4
Views: 443

Re: replacement turbo oil feed lines - make your own or purchase kit?

well the garage have said they cant see exactly where the oil is leaking from the piping so i thought it would be easier just to replace the whole lot.

im not an expert with these matters as this is my first turbo - so any help on what parts are needed to fix would be perfect. what are the 'clips'
by Raptor
Mon Jul 02, 2012 12:46 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: replacement turbo oil feed lines - make your own or purchase kit?
Replies: 4
Views: 443

replacement turbo oil feed lines - make your own or purchase kit?

so, the previous owner of my mr2 had all the turbo gaskets replaced, now I have found an oil leak and have been told its the oil line/returner for the turbo from the block - they may not have put it back right from what i know. i know you can make your own braided line but is there anywhere i can ge...
by Raptor
Wed Jun 27, 2012 11:11 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] oil leak, onto the flexi pipe - any ideas...
Replies: 2
Views: 390

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] oil leak, onto the flexi pipe - any ideas...

cheers, i think its quite likely to be that part you mentioned as it seems to be coming from that area. it's going to the garage on Saturday so will make sure they check that first!
by Raptor
Mon Jun 25, 2012 10:29 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] oil leak, onto the flexi pipe - any ideas...
Replies: 2
Views: 390

[Mk2] [Turbo] oil leak, onto the flexi pipe - any ideas...

right well not too happy but my rev1 has a slight/serious issue. was pushing it the other day and the engine started smoking (after boost) then again today it happened. got the rac out and he spotted oil constantly dripping onto the bend prior the the exhaust flexi pipe, pretty much under the turbo....
by Raptor
Thu May 31, 2012 8:01 pm
Forum: Spotted
Topic: Green MR2 - Nuffield Health St Albans
Replies: 5
Views: 1101

Green MR2 - Nuffield Health St Albans

white enkei wheels, black spoiler

Reg: M170 BCW
by Raptor
Sun May 20, 2012 5:11 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Power steering issue...
Replies: 6
Views: 557

Re: [Mk2] [Turbo] Power steering issue...

the reason i shorted it as it's another fix, along with the ignition trick. well from what i have read it is. it seems like it could be the pump or ecu so may just replace them and cros my fingers!
by Raptor
Wed May 09, 2012 11:47 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: [Mk2] [Turbo] Power steering issue...
Replies: 6
Views: 557

[Mk2] [Turbo] Power steering issue...

My rev1's power steering is basically doing my nut in. Since I bought it it has worked on the odd day, but most days I have nothing. I did the simple fix of joining the two top terminals above the relay together to cut it out and it worked...for a bit now everytime i start the car i get a hissing fr...
by Raptor
Sun Apr 29, 2012 9:16 pm
Forum: MR2 MK2 1990 - 1999 NA & Turbo
Topic: cable driven speedo converter - will it delimit car?
Replies: 1
Views: 233

cable driven speedo converter - will it delimit car?

i have a rev1 which hasn't had the converter fitted yet, and have been offered one which fits in between the clocks and the cable, will it de-limit the car or should i get the other option which fits near the gearbox?

cheers in advance

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