Well after seeing Markiii elbow inlet on mr2roc and ChrisGB’s elbow tubing replacement, I though I should try it out since everyone likes better airflow and I had been thinking about getting a CAI eventually, I figure this is just as good (if not better for the price) as a CAI since neither really gives [...]
Tags: air inlet, elbow, Intakes
hi thought I’d take some pics of me fitting my head unit to my 03 plate 2 hope it’s of some help to someone. (It’s only a rough guide don’t take my word for anything, don’t start if your unsure) Parts used kenwood kvt 627 dvd audio wiring connector PC2-17-4 Auto leads facia plate FP-11-03 [...]
Tags: audio, Audio & Electronics, head unit
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I noticed the only info for this is a link to Spyder Chat so I made a record when replacing mine, if it’s any use you can use it While having my tyres replaced I noticed the rear discs & pads were getting worn/corroded and as the MOT is due next month I thought it [...]
Tags: Brakes, discs, guide, pads, rear
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C60 • MK3 • Transmissions
US Spec Transmissions
00-05 Celica GT & MR2 Spyder – 5 speed – C56
1- 3.17
2- 1.90
3- 1.39
4- 1.03
5- 0.82
R- 3.25
Final Drive- 4.312
Tags: 2ZZ-GE, 6-speed, CEL, gear ratios, transmission
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Convertible • Maintainance • MK3
Alright, I have never been satisfied by the write up in Spyder Magazine, so here is my more detailed and picture intensive write up on how to fix your cars ears. Now we have your spyder, with the top up, it doesn’t quite look right. So lets put it down But whats those folds over [...]
Tags: Convertible, ears, soft top, top straps
Welcome back to the SE Garage, where there ain’t no party like a supermod party ’cause ahttp://www.midshiprunabout.org/wp-admin/post.php?action=edit&post=1340 supermod party don’t stop! Today we’ll answer the age-old question: Can you be too braced up? Let’s find out. First, you’ll need a couple of templates. The ones that ship with the Cusco are for Japanese frunk plastics [...]
MR2 • Wheels & Tires • Wheels & Tires
After checking a few websites I have deceided to post a topic quoting some tyre care and tips for you all. The Golden Rules Check air pressures in all tyres regularly. It is preferable that this check be made weekly, when tyres are cold, and using a gauge known to be accurate. Avoid hard braking [...]
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Here’s a mod I’ve wanted to do as a component of Operation Total Shifting Excellence. As you know, the Spyder has a fairly loose shifter mechanism. You can eliminate play in the shifter by removing the rubber bushings under the shifter cage and replacing them with metal bushings. But there’s one last culprit left in [...]
Tags: 2ZZ-GE, bushings, remove, shifter, speedsource, transmission
What to do with that rusting heat shield? As good a sports car as Toyota made the Roadster it is by and large an accepted fact the build quality could and should have been better. One of my personal pet hates, and I know others share it is the corrosion that seems endemic to our [...]
Tags: heatshield, paint
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Removing the old vents First of all you need to remove the actual plastic vent from your car. It is held in place by three clips along the front edge and two protruding clips/lips, one top and one bottom. All of these clips are designed to be pulled apart, so I’m afraid its just a [...]
Tags: grill, mesh, side vents
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