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Engines: Compatiblity / Grocery List
1997+: 1MZ-FE
Best choice for swap.
1992-1996: 1MZ-FE
Compatible, but not recommended.
Early 90′s 3vz is proven to work also*
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Tags: adjust, belt, CEL, code, codes, conversion, ECU, engine, filter, install, pedal, remove, swap, transmission, TRD
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Here are some tips and info on how to degree cams for the 3SGTE. This article does not cover cam install, just the degreeing process for aftermarket cams. If you do not degree your aftermarket cams, or use the stock cam gears with them, you are seriously cutting down on the power potential and driveability [...]
Tags: adjust, belt, ECU, install, remove, reset, tensioner
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Here’s a summary of the smaller things that you will need to do that aren’t big enough for their own page: Fuel line Contrary to what was previously on this page, the 16V fuel line fits fine with no modifications (both SC & NA). I mistakenly used the 20V line which needed to be extended. [...]
Tags: adjust, air filter, belt, CEL, Clutch, ECU, engine, filter, pedal, remove, strut, swap, tensioner, transmission
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I’ve been waiting till its time to change my oil again to replace the oil cooler hoses, as these guys have been leaking for some time. I decided to replace them with Aeroquip Stainless Steel Braided hoses, since the price difference isn’t all that much, and maybe it could help in the cooling of the [...]
Tags: belt, cleaning, drain, drop, engine, filter, install, oil cooler, removal, remove, stainless
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After a leak that had been going on for a couple months, I decided I would go after changing out the water pump. I also wanted to flush out the entire coolant system as this hadn’t been done since I had the car. I ordered the new water pump from Jay Marks Toyota. About $60 [...]
Tags: adjust, belt, CEL, drain, drop, ECU, engine, guide, install, removal, remove, spring, tensioner, water pump
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While replacing the oil cooler lines, I went ahead and replaced the oil filter adapter o-rings. I purchased new ones from Toyota, about $6 total. I would recommend changing the oil cooler lines as well if you hadn’t already. Part #s: 90029-20013 & 96732-31060 (need 1 of each, circled in red) Also, the washer for [...]
Tags: belt, drain, engine, filter, install, o rings, removal, remove
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I finally saved money to do something with my black car. I’m undecided as to if I should rebuild, or buy a GenIII clip. I really believe the GenII motors are alot less stout then the later Gens, but their are alot of cons with getting a GenIII too (parts availability, install difficulty, they require [...]
Tags: air filter, belt, drain, drop, ECU, engine, filter, install, preparation, removal, remove, swap
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Some of these pics are out of order, so you may see a belt in a pic that should have been removed, or a timing cover. I took these pics over a time period of 2 months. This work was done on Pat’s first MKIIT which had been sitting for exactly one year before the [...]
Tags: adjust, belt, CEL, engine, guide, install, removal, remove, reset, service, strut, tensioner
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Note: This only pertains to the N/A MKI MR2s since the SCs alternator is located on the exhaust side of the engine. Got the 3 warning lights (Charge, Cooling Fan, Brake) on your dash shining in your face? Bad voltage regulator that is built into the alternator. Got one warning light (Charge) on? But don’t [...]
Tags: adjust, alternator, belt, drop, engine, install, removal, remove, replacement, tensioner
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