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Forum: MKIII Supra 10-08-2010, 08:55 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 12,408
Posted By Ranma
Talking grins

My point is we drive our Supras because we love them. Driving an SUV is like driving a truck and about as much fun. Looked at a new Cobalt and the thing was not only broken on the show room floor but...
Forum: MKIII Supra 10-08-2010, 06:33 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 12,408
Posted By Ranma
He was complaining about cost like an apex...

He was complaining about cost like an apex customer. Gee if you want something nice it is going to cost.
Forum: MKIII Supra 10-08-2010, 06:30 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 12,408
Posted By Ranma
My Firebird and Camero of the same vintage were...

My Firebird and Camero of the same vintage were total junk! This was when they were a few years old and not 24! Both of them had electrical problems, my Firebird went through an alternator and...
Forum: MKIII Supra 10-08-2010, 04:03 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 12,408
Posted By Ranma
Talking Got my Supra as a fun ride, not for...

Got my Supra as a fun ride, not for transportation. Have my 2009 Honda Civic EXL for basic transport. (no payments)
If you want a cheap ride, why don't you go out and buy a used Chev Cobalt? Get...
Forum: MKIII Supra 10-08-2010, 02:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,139
Posted By Ranma
Talking No the drive shaft was checked out in a shop. So...

No the drive shaft was checked out in a shop. So he is pulling the axles and checking the bearings. I threatened to change the registration infomation and named the dealership address as the cars.
I...
Forum: MKIII Supra 10-08-2010, 12:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,139
Posted By Ranma
Talking the shakes

Riverside Toyota has decided the drive shaft is not the cause of her vibration. Last I heard the mechanic is pulling the axles and maybe even the "pumpkin" to determine the cause. If this was not so...
Forum: MKIII Supra 10-01-2010, 10:59 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 18,107
Posted By Ranma
Angry They have fixed the oil leaks, yea the crowd goes...

They have fixed the oil leaks, yea the crowd goes wild. It seems the seals were installed incorrectly. However the car still has a vibration at about the 55mph 3300 rpm range. Gee Ranma, the mechanic...
Forum: MKIII Supra 09-30-2010, 02:29 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,338
Posted By Ranma
Well these are old cars, I think this is a common...

Well these are old cars, I think this is a common problem with the Supra. My Japanese version just started to leak as I left Japan. Mine did not really start to leak until the power steering leak was...
Forum: MKIII Supra 09-29-2010, 11:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,338
Posted By Ranma
Just be careful, you could lose your power...

Just be careful, you could lose your power steering pump like me.
Forum: MKIII Supra 09-29-2010, 09:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,338
Posted By Ranma
Talking Well a rebuilt comes with lots of things...

Well a rebuilt comes with lots of things including the interior tie rods.
Forum: MKIII Supra 09-29-2010, 09:14 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 18,107
Posted By Ranma
They still have her and have not returned my...

They still have her and have not returned my phone call. It is almost 3 weeks now. At this rate I am going to get so mad and will turn into the Hulk!
Forum: MKIII Supra 09-29-2010, 04:14 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,338
Posted By Ranma
Well check the connections first, it could always...

Well check the connections first, it could always be a loose hose.
Forum: MKIII Supra 09-28-2010, 11:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,338
Posted By Ranma
The rack itself is about 200 dollars. I am not...

The rack itself is about 200 dollars. I am not sure what a non Toyota shop would charge to replace it. Perhaps the leak can be fixed. You need to take it to a shop.
Forum: MKIII Supra 09-28-2010, 11:06 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,338
Posted By Ranma
I learned in A&P school that stuff does not...

I learned in A&P school that stuff does not really work. You need to get your rack fixed ASAP. There are seals leaking in it and if one blows you will be in for an expensive bill. Rebuilt racks are...
Forum: MKIII Supra 09-28-2010, 10:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,338
Posted By Ranma
Be careful, I fixed the leak in my power steering...

Be careful, I fixed the leak in my power steering pump that when producing a proper pressure blew the rack in pinon steering unit that drained the pump blowing it too.
You think a Toyota dealer...
Forum: MKIII Supra 09-25-2010, 10:27 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 18,107
Posted By Ranma
Angry baka caruma-jin

Brought it back to Riverside Toyota in Tulsa, after extensive testing they discovered the new power steering pump, they installed was leaking oil. Also the cam shaft covers which they replace were...
Forum: MKIII Supra 09-12-2010, 01:03 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 18,107
Posted By Ranma
Talking still leaking

Well the Toyota dealer "fixed" it for a silly price, It ran ok going home but there was a odd sound. Park it in my garage and the next night there were 2 leaks of about a pint or so each. Why is she...
Forum: MKIII Supra 09-06-2010, 01:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,470
Posted By Ranma
Talking My lingered for years, was out of the country...

My lingered for years, was out of the country mostly but not long after returning full time it failed for good. I think the overheat damaged the starter somehow. You can take it out and test it or...
Forum: MKIII Supra 09-04-2010, 02:00 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 18,107
Posted By Ranma
Unhappy I think they are that clueless. They dropped the...

I think they are that clueless. They dropped the transmission in search of the leak. They think it is the EGR unit that is leaking. Odd I saw no oil come from it. I do have one big leak, dropped a...
Forum: MKIII Supra 09-03-2010, 03:22 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 18,107
Posted By Ranma
Talking fingers crossed

Took her down to Riverside Toyota and was meet by the service manager. It seems that information was lost when my old service adviser left and started with a new one. The leak was coming from a cover...
Forum: MKIII Supra 09-01-2010, 04:02 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 18,107
Posted By Ranma
Talking Talked to the General Manager of the dealer. He...

Talked to the General Manager of the dealer. He was unable/unwilling to help. He is passing this off to the service manager or the person I have been dealing with on this problem. If I felt better...
Forum: MKIII Supra 09-01-2010, 02:44 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 35,996
Posted By Ranma
Talking not too bad

Guess I worry too much but that comes with being an aviation mechanic. The smallest things can get you killed. I do like what you did in the engine compartment. A little more work and it would look...
Forum: MKIII Supra 08-31-2010, 10:03 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 18,107
Posted By Ranma
Talking the dealer messed up

Got a chance to look under her at the wheel shop. She is leaking from the rear main, the oil pan, the oil plug. Talking with the owner of the shop he thinks the main bearings may be bad. This would...
Forum: MKIII Supra 08-31-2010, 07:03 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 18,107
Posted By Ranma
Talking I let Riverside Toyota of Tulsa change the rear...

I let Riverside Toyota of Tulsa change the rear main seal when they changed the clutch. You would think the dealer would do a proper job. I know where not to buy my next new car. Suppose I could...
Forum: MKIII Supra 08-31-2010, 04:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,470
Posted By Ranma
Talking My 89 Firebird started to do the same thing after...

My 89 Firebird started to do the same thing after a hard ride through the mountains. It refused to turn over at first but started after a cool down. The starter went tango uniform not long after. I...
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