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    Re: parts search help

    A 2c kit is a 2c kit. Some of the small stuff will be different. But the main things are the intake and ex manifold gaskets. I bought a geniric made in Japan kit from the country of Cyprus off Ebay...
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    Re: Central Texas JDM Mechanic

    I just did mine not that long ago. Ill msg you
  3. Re: 4wd members with All/Mud Terrains: What’s your MPG like?

    Something like the Kenda Klever for more MPG?
  4. Re: Liteace 2 front door speakers remove/install

    9730
  5. Re: Liteace 2 front door speakers remove/install

    Man, Liteace's are way different than Townace's

    I ordered the same speaker for my Townace and all I had to do was removed the stock speaker grill, then the speaker. Splice in the new wires and...
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    Re: 2CT timing belt change

    I would try and replace the timing covers with new ones. What happens is over repeated heat cycles and oil on them they warp. They will rub on things and not do there job.
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    Re: 2CT timing belt change

    I tried to use that style puller also with the same results. You need one that attaches to the bolts, I got one at Autozone. On the TDC you can just pull the timing cover and line up the mark on the...
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    Re: Need help getting car work

    Maybe call some JDM Engine Importers in the area and ask who they can recommend for the job. They sell to a lot of shops. I know there also a couple of places that work on them in the PNW.

    I just...
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    Re: Are the 2C headbolts TTY?

    Just incase anyone is curious the FSM says the bolts are reusable but nothing wrong with using new ones. They have the same sequence as the previa where you go to a cerain ft/lb then turn another 90....
  10. Thread: Part numbers

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    Sticky: Re: Part numbers

    In reference to the above post, My 89 Townace 4wd is dual piston on the front. Is yours on the full frame conversion chassis/ shifter on the colum?
  11. Battery Upgrades that work with the stock terminals

    Im wanting to replace the battery in my Townace soon. It still has the one in it that came from Japan, But want something where I dont have to change the terminals. Maybe a more modern style like...
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    Re: 4WD rear shocks

    Whats the OEM app for the Bilstiens? Tacoma of some sort?
  13. Re: anyone know someone that can help me get 89 diesel town-ace running in the PNW?

    I would call around to the typical shops up there. Yota Imports and Vanlife NW come to mind. I have mine all apart at the moment also, The diesel lines just go on it order is the best way to put it....
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    Re: Diesel Timing Belt

    I was going down the wormhole of Amazon/Rockauto parts doing my headgasket. I purchased a new 2ct OEM Toyota belt from Ebay for 35.00 and it even came with the service stickers. Might want to check...
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    Are the 2C headbolts TTY?

    Just curious if the 2C headbolts TTY? I know on some Toyotas they are and some they are not.
  16. Re: Compatible Parts for 1990 Toyota Hiace Import

    The RZ was used in the Tacoma over here in the 2rz and 3rz. The best bet would be to find a alternator/starter rebuild shop and have them do it if you can not source one. Sometimes places like...
  17. Re: This is how forums die and lose any new members that might want to start posting

    I just dont see threads like this being helpful to the end user of the forums. People come looking for help and get stuff like this. For the amount of time wasted with a response you could just help ...
  18. This is how forums die and lose any new members that might want to start posting

    Just respond to every questions asked with a mod saying in multiple paragraph explanation-

    *Have you tried searching this sounds like something I have seen before

    Why not just let forum members...
  19. Re: Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement ADVICE

    Sensor is on the bottom of the overflow. Lift the overflow unit/ tank up, follow the wire and unplug it. Thats all you need to do to get to the hose to remove it.

    Cover the alternator with...
  20. All kickdown/Detent AT Cables the same 4wd/RWD?

    It looks like my kickdown cable is frozen. Are they all the same?
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    Re: Parting out 86 LE Van

    Just grabbed stuff off the Bay from ya.
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    Tips or how to's on removing the head?

    Getting close to the prospect of pulling the head off my van. Any tips or tricks?
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    Re: Engine Coolant Leak

    My guess is a small leak from a clamp or a cracked head.
  24. Re: Need some help identifying the correct head for my 2C-T

    Whats the rough cost gonna be on all this? Im eyeing the Chinese heads that are out there, but would prefer OEM.

    -EDIT

    Not bad, looks to be about double the price using OEM stuff over China...
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    Getting hot after shutdown

    So my van is pegging the temp gauge after shut down sometines.

    Not losing any coolant or pushing it into the overflow. New cap and t stat.

    I have my own thoughts but curious to see what others...
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    So how slow is everyones van?

    Just trying to find the baseline of how slow our 2C-ts are.
  27. Thread: Part numbers

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    Sticky: Re: Part numbers

    What are the fluid capacitys on the oil and coolant.
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    2TZ -FE vs FZE Longblocks

    Are there any external differences between the Super charger and NA motors? Or is it just internal compression ratio?
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    Re: Recommended tire sizing for Celica 14x7?

    The standard early 80's Celica "Iron Cross" wheels from the around 84 or 85 GTS I think. They seem to be the most popular Toyota wheel out there. There was a stock version for the van but they are...
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    Recommended tire sizing for Celica 14x7?

    I was wanting to get input on tire size when using the stock Celica 14x7 wheels on the van. It took me a while to find a set so tires are next.
  31. Re: Upper & Lower Radiator Hoses (NEW), OEM & Gates Belt Set (NEW) & Other Parts

    You still have these? I picked up another van recently and might need em.
  32. Re: Van started running rough/ misfire?

    Well the follow up is that kept driving it and putting miles on it. Whatever it was came unstuck a couple days ago.
  33. Re: Van started running rough/ misfire?

    Thanks Im glad. The fact that there is still resources out there at is amazing, Im just glad this and other forums still exist for the cans.
  34. Re: Van started running rough/ misfire?

    Thats the link I was talking about not working. It shows the codes for the model ECU, But if you click on the link for the codes its 404 not found.

    I thought I found them on a google search when...
  35. Re: Van started running rough/ misfire?

    I dont think Im gonna have trouble finding one. I would just hate to spend the cash and it not be the issue.

    Any more tips on testing it?

    Also, I cant find the CEL Flash codes online, here or...
  36. Re: Van started running rough/ misfire?

    The ECU wont go into diagnostic mode.
  37. Re: Van started running rough/ misfire?

    Thats along the lines Im thinking. I bet I knocked some crap loose when I filled her up. The previous owner told me he pulled the tank since it had been sitting for 10 years and it all turned to...
  38. Van started running rough? Misfiring on clyinder 3?

    The old van had been running good for a while now. I went and filled it all the way up for the first time, then the next day the problems began. Not sure if its related but worth mentioning.


    I...
  39. Thread: trouble

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    Re: trouble

    I was thinking of the mechanical timing. You mentioned you had the head off.
  40. Thread: trouble

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    Re: trouble

    I hate to ask, but is everything plugged in correctly? I have seen many plugs on other vehicles that look the same and will even fit. I knew a guy who plugged the coil power trans into the ac socket...
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    Re: Lets talk tune ups and MPG

    Thanks, Thats what I was thinking. But I just blindly guessed that since the battery was fully charged, the alt could be the only thing draining it.

    I also managed to find 4 good matching used...
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    Re: Lets talk tune ups and MPG

    Alternator swapped and running fine.
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    Re: Lets talk tune ups and MPG

    Well I had a little spare time to look at the van again today since Im getting ready to put a alternator in it. I went to do the "Diode" test by unhooking the wires at the 10mm bolt, and bam. No...
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    Re: Alternator crossover with other models

    Thanks. I was curious if I could grab a OE Denso and swap the guts while adding new brushes. But with the price people want for them around here, I might be better off just getting a denso rebuilt...
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    Re: front end damage / snapped tie rod

    I would just look everything over for bends in the front end. You were just down there rebuilding it so if anything is wonky it should be easy to spot. You could always try to toss another tie rod on...
  46. Re: milky oil and steam out the pipe but didn't over heat

    Im glad you are repairing the van here and posting pictures in the process.
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    Alternator crossover with other models

    I am curious if any other 80's Toyotas used a alternator that would be useable on a van. I was at the yard and one on a Camary looked similar.
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    Re: Lets talk tune ups and MPG

    Thanks. I inspected the alternator harness and it was brittle but not cracking. For the test they just hooked it up on some sort of bench tester. With the trouble I put the alt through and the fact...
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    Re: Lets talk tune ups and MPG

    Well it was 12.2 at the bat while running with a new battery. Dash lights are still on.


    For the record I do not have power steering. But im sure plenty of fluid has been spilled on it.
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    Re: Lets talk tune ups and MPG

    Well the new batter died on me yesterday in less than a day. Left the moonroof open for the rain. The insolation on harness was tough like most of the harness but I didnt see any cranks in it near...
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