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Thanks! Learning as I go so sometimes I see a problem and assign it to something else haha.

Replaced the spark plug cables this weekend, and those well gaskets since I was in there. I've also been...

I've got an '89 JDM Master Ace / Van which normally runs like a top. However I'm troubleshooting a new issue where my van doesn't like to start after a heavy rain. It has happened twice now and I...

Changed my mind. There's a certain charm to these vans and after thinking about it for a while, I'm gonna keep it.

Price drop - $18,500 -> $16,995

I'm choosing to sell my '89 MasterAce Surf. It's super fun to drive but I don't have the spare time to really do what I want with it, so rather than just hang onto it, I'm hoping someone else can...

That is directly behind the center dash vents. So it's just a big air duct.

Hi guys!

I'm designing a small battery pack (50 - 100 Ah) that will sit in the back of my '89 Master Ace. I don't plan to do much with it other than run a cooler which pulls 12 W and charge some...

Does anyone know what the OEM part number is for the PCV valve for the 3Y engine? Not sure if it's different between the JDM and USDM vans but I have an '89 Master Ace which appears to be...

Yes that front diff is a PITA. I decided to save it for when I have more motivation haha.

I changed my transmission oil with redline MT-90 this weekend and HOLY CRAP did it make a huge difference....

Do you happen to know what size crush washer to use? I'm assuming it's the same for the front and rear diff, transfer case, and transmission since it's a 24 mm head for all of them. Would prefer to...

Did you end up changing the fluid with Amsoil? I'm planning to do the same job in a week or 2 and was going down the same path, unsure of which fluid to use.

Thanks for the helpful info JDM VANMAN! It looks like this will keep me busy for a while.

I have the 4WD gas model. It's a fun little van! Can't wait to tinker around under the 'hood' and see if I...

Wow, I didn't know this existed but it's SO helpful! Thank you for your assistance!

I'm planning to replace the rear brakes in my '89 Master Ace at some point and wanted to ask if anyone knows what the correct replacement parts are. Rockauto has some shoes and the hardware kit...

You can find the color code of your van (assuming factory paint) on the engine bay badge. Should be 3 characters, mine is 8D8. You can then get touch up paint from many suppliers that exactly matches...

Are you still selling these?

OK well the job is done. Didn't go exactly as planned, but what does?

If you ever have to replace the speakers in an '89 Townace/Masterace, be prepared for a few hours of work.

First things...

Do you by chance have the rear pillar speaker brackets? Mine came without them.

Well, I figured it out on my own. Wanted to post pics in case anyone else has the same question.

I took out the two screws on the front dash panel around the instrument cluster and then pulled it...

I've recently picked up an '89 Master Ace from Japan that was well taken care of. No mechanical issues aside from downshifting to 2nd. Looking into that separately.

The main issue is the radio. I...