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I miss all of you guys over here!
« on: November 09 2017, 12:07:02 PM »
What up gentlemen!! Long time no speak. I'm dropping by to say what's up and update you on a few things going on with the TR. Lots of changes since I last posted.  Getting the lifters done now, as well as valve cover gaskets and every other gasket involved in that area. Also, replacing those stupid little plastic pieces that seats the rockers to the rocker arm(they're stupid because they keep breaking when I try and tap them in). Looking at the intake, the EGR passage was completely clogged up, and I'm thinking this could have potentially had something to do with my 02's not being able to stay up in 3rd gear? Also, my stock turbo is shot to shit. It has a TON of shaft play up and down, so I'm on the market for a turbo and a downpipe that I plan to purchase within the next month or so. I'm also replacing the transmission shifter cable and the the handle since the stock one turned to clay years ago. I'm excited about what is to come. Hope all is well with you all and I will post when the car is back on the road. I forgot to mention, I posted about a break issue I was having a while back, and I'm finally buying the damn one way valve and fixing it. Every time I tap the accelerator right now the break gets hard as shit. Lol

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Re: I miss all of you guys over here!
« Reply #1 on: November 09 2017, 12:09:34 PM »
The thing I plan to check on next is why I continue to smell fuel under moderate/full throttle. I dont have any visible leaks anywhere, and the car is running super rich in first still. I removed all of the fuel out of first gear, and added all fuel to all other gears due to a lean 3rd gear condition. I forgot to tell you all I'm also installing my RJC powerplate while the intake is off as well.  :rock:

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Re: I miss all of you guys over here!
« Reply #2 on: November 09 2017, 01:47:42 PM »
well, Phil, all you gotta do is drop in and say hi to your friends!

Think I would check for an exhaust leak under the car
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« Reply #3 on: November 09 2017, 03:07:43 PM »
Yeah that is definitely a good point Steve. Lol. Life is trying to do a number on me...just can't figure out which number that is. Exhaust leak can cause lean o2's? Can definitely check.

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« Reply #4 on: November 09 2017, 03:27:32 PM »
if its after the turbo, no..but if it is before the turbo, yes
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Re: I miss all of you guys over here!
« Reply #5 on: November 09 2017, 05:05:50 PM »
Welcome back!  Where has your cousin been hiding?  He hasn't been around in a long time.

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Re: I miss all of you guys over here!
« Reply #6 on: November 13 2017, 09:00:50 AM »
Charles been a busy guy lately with all types of "family" stuff going. New baby, new house, and new wife. We were discussing getting his car up here and working on it, but at this point who knows. I know I'm getting my car together. Hopefully it gives him the bug?

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« Reply #7 on: November 13 2017, 09:52:34 AM »
Ok guys, just ordered a new turbo. The lady at fullthrottle is SUPER nice. Grade A customer service for sure!! Maryann was her name

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« Reply #8 on: November 13 2017, 11:23:35 AM »
Also, just got off the phone with Charles. He's looking into a turbo as well. Think he's into getting a lift for his garage. I'll let him fill you guys in when he logs in.

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« Reply #9 on: November 13 2017, 12:06:01 PM »
Ok guys, just ordered a new turbo. The lady at fullthrottle is SUPER nice. Grade A customer service for sure!! Maryann was her name

What Turbo did you order?

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« Reply #10 on: November 13 2017, 12:36:48 PM »
Went with the pte6262

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« Reply #11 on: November 13 2017, 02:08:41 PM »
Nice choice!

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« Reply #12 on: November 13 2017, 03:19:30 PM »
Yeah I read a lot of great reviews on it, plus it gives me a shit ton of room to grow. Trying to figure out converter now. Thinking of a l/u since I'm not much of a track guy. Maybe a 3k stall? Idk. Any input is appreciated really.

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« Reply #13 on: November 13 2017, 07:28:03 PM »
D husek 3021
If I had the coin there would be one In my car
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« Reply #14 on: November 13 2017, 10:16:17 PM »
Phil, LU convertors when unlocked...sli p like a whore. The 6262 will 'drive through' a LU convertor like no ones business. The 9/11 and Precision multidisc are the only 2 that can be locked at WOT when you wanna hit the track. Spend your money once. Call PTC and ask for Dusty Bradford. Have Dusty spec a 9.5 inch race convertor. Chris at CK Performance sells the NL kit...and it can be installed at any transmission shop. I run the AC 16930 behind my 6262...but I don't recommend it as it's 'tight' and takes some tuning to get it to launch.

The 6262 is a mid to low 10 second capable turbo with correct mods and tuning. You're transmission will have to be up to the task.

A NL convertor will rev slightly higher on the highway and you'll lose about 1-2 mpg.

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