Forum: Non-Generation Specific Questions
10-27-2005, 12:13 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 4,832
RE: Body Trim
When you first posted this question I was thinking of suggesting filling trim area with filler, but thought it might be to much work. But if you do go that route, either know what your'e doing or...
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Forum: Non-Generation Specific Questions
10-24-2005, 12:10 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 4,777
Re: How many miles
Good thought. It had 124,000 when I bought it, and the guy who had it before me obviously took good care of it. So maybe that's why I'm not havin a problem cuz it was already taken care of. I wish...
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Forum: Non-Generation Specific Questions
10-21-2005, 07:38 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,603
Re: Supra and Snow
I thought this might be the case, as the car ain't so great in rain either. Looks like I'll be on the bus this winter.
Later,
James
P.S. So what tires came with the 89 Supra? Anybody...
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Forum: Non-Generation Specific Questions
10-21-2005, 12:10 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,603
Original Tires
What type of tires came on an 89 Supra N/A? I currently have Goodyear Eagle LS, but they need replacing, and I would like to buy the brand that Toyota used. Any help?
Thanks,
James in NJ
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Forum: Non-Generation Specific Questions
10-21-2005, 11:51 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 3,008
Re: Tranny Trouble
I'm definately no expert, but if you had no shifting problems before you had the "upper end rebuilt", and now all of a sudden you have problems, I would think maybe they didn't connect it back...
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Forum: Non-Generation Specific Questions
10-21-2005, 11:31 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,576
RE: Coolant Reservoir
OK, so I go the radiator topped off, and I don't leak coolant. But you say I should fill the plastic res to half full? That's easy enough, but I thought the plastic reservoir was only for overflows....
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Forum: Non-Generation Specific Questions
10-20-2005, 07:13 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,576
Re: Sensor Light
Ok, my coolant is topped off, but there is none in the plastic reservoir tank. Is that good or bad. I thought the reservoir was for overflow. The car never overheats.
Thanks
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Forum: Non-Generation Specific Questions
10-20-2005, 11:54 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,576
Sensor light looks like carousel?
On the left side of my dash in my 89 Supra, there is a sensor light that looks like a damn merry-go-round. I've only seen it light up once, when I first bought the car. What the heck is this, and...
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Forum: Non-Generation Specific Questions
10-20-2005, 11:48 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 4,777
Re: Is it Turbo
No, its N/A. I heard I'm a little safer. Its just that this car runs so well now, I don't want to screw anything up. I go to the corner store for bread, and by the time I get to the end of the...
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Forum: Non-Generation Specific Questions
10-19-2005, 07:15 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 4,777
RE: Stupid Question
What if its not too late? My engine runs great and it doesn't leak oil. I never have to top off fluids. My last car, a Mazda, leaked coolant and oil all over the place. But this engine seems...
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Forum: Non-Generation Specific Questions
10-19-2005, 01:42 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 4,777
Stupid Question about Head Gaskets
If Toyota did not Torque the head bolts to the correct strength, why can't they just be torqued down a little harder? Wouldn't that be a preventive measure to guard against blowing the gasket?
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Forum: Non-Generation Specific Questions
10-13-2005, 07:19 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,315
RE: Punks
Consider yourself lucky Supraman. I remember you sayin you work in Elizabeth, thats bad enough but I work in Newark, also known as "Car Jack City" and I don't have a beater. Since they are building...
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Forum: Non-Generation Specific Questions
10-12-2005, 11:51 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 2,979
Supra Factory Alarms
Hi Folks,
I have seen several posts from people having trouble with the factory installed alarms on MKIII's. I have an 89 and yesterday when I turned the key the alarm sounded, so I stuck the key...
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Forum: Non-Generation Specific Questions
10-11-2005, 06:05 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 13,142
RE: Alarm System
I just had this problem today and here is the solution straight up from the dealer. I have an 89 and this worked. With the driver side door open, insert the key and turn it to the unlock position...
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Forum: Non-Generation Specific Questions
10-11-2005, 05:58 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 3,228
Got Car Started
:) Thanks for trying, but I called a Toyota dealer and it seems I activated the security system and had to reset it. I didn't think my car would just die like that and it bothered me all morning,...
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Forum: Non-Generation Specific Questions
10-11-2005, 12:38 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 3,228
Car won't start - HELP!
Maybe someone out there can give me a place to start looking. When I turned my key this morning my car would not start. The battery is fine. I went to the garage and the alternator wiring was O.K....
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Forum: Non-Generation Specific Questions
10-06-2005, 12:11 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 4,234
Thank You
I would like to thank everyone for their input, it really helps. When my cat glowed red hot it was not under normal conditions. The engine was being revved for a long period without the car moving...
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Forum: Non-Generation Specific Questions
10-05-2005, 02:02 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 4,234
Re: Emmisions
I think in Jersey they check emissions every 2 yrs. I get inspected this December, so after that I will do some exhaust upgrades and be ready for the summer, ha ha. should I replace the cat with a...
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Forum: Non-Generation Specific Questions
10-04-2005, 02:12 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 4,234
Re: resonator
A resonator huh. OK, sounds useless. What exactly is a catback exhaust? thaks for the help
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Forum: Non-Generation Specific Questions
10-04-2005, 01:25 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 4,234
Exhaust System Inspection
I have a 1989 Supra N/A and I was inspecting the exhaust system. I noticed that between the catalytic converter and the muffler at the rear there seems to be a second muffler. What is this and why is...
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Forum: Non-Generation Specific Questions
09-26-2005, 01:29 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 3,992
Is new head gasket a must?
I have an 89 Supra non-turbo with 125,000 miles on it. The engine runs great. I've had no problems. I see a lot of people recommend changing the hg. Why? This seems like a rather expensive endeavor...
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Forum: Non-Generation Specific Questions
09-26-2005, 01:16 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 3,411
Help! Need Radio Expert
I have a 1989 Supra with a factory security system. I did not know about this feature and when I cleaned the battery cables my radio took a hike. It locked me out and now says "SEC". Rareusername...
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Forum: Non-Generation Specific Questions
09-21-2005, 07:10 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 2,332
much obliged
Thank you for the radio information, I really appreciate it.
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Forum: Non-Generation Specific Questions
09-21-2005, 05:56 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 2,332
New to Supras
I'm just starting out with a Supra (1989 non-turbo) and could use a little help with all the acronyms. My motor is a 7MGE and body type MK3. I assume if u insert a t it means turbo. What is this...
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Forum: Non-Generation Specific Questions
09-21-2005, 11:09 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 2,587
Think my Supra is Super!
I recently purchased a 1989 Toyota Supra (non-turbo) and I could not be happier. I never thought I would buy a Japanese car but I'm glad I did. Not only does this thing chirp through every gear, it...
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