MIDN1T3

RE: MIDN1T3 (MIDN1T3)

Wed, 28 May 2014 17:49:01 GMT

Eric
damn, poor mr2. I'm guessing the cat didnt make it out alive?

It got destroyed. I made sure of it.

How I make sure I know where all the bolts go...

RE: MIDN1T3 (Eric)

Wed, 28 May 2014 16:45:17 GMT

damn, poor mr2. I'm guessing the cat didnt make it out alive?

RE: MIDN1T3 (MIDN1T3)

Wed, 28 May 2014 16:21:57 GMT

Man, it's been ages since I've updated this and a fair bit has happened.

So, almost 2 months ago I hit a cat at about 100kph on the highway and it ended up destroying my bumper, AC condenser, radiator, radiator lower support and under body plastic. Needless to say, I was quite unimpressed.

I had planned to work on it straight away, get all the parts and fix it with the thought of still getting it painted.
However, I crashed my motorbike a few days later after the cat incident and broke 2 ribs, partial dislocation of my hip, tore my groin and destroyed my ankle which meant I've had not time to work on it :(

However, now that I'm able to physically work on it, I've managed to get all the required parts (a HUGE plug for mrmr2 (Josh) - the guy is awesome when it comes to getting parts) and so will attempt to get this car back on the road this weekend.

I also got the larger turbo radiator with fan shroud - my NA was still in there but I never had a problem with overheating.

I've already removed the front bumper, radiator and condenser.

To do:
Install - new radiator lower support, radiator, AC condenser.
Flush and bleed cooling system with Toyota Red, check and then re-bleed.
Get AC re-gased
Install bumper and lip
Wash and polish - it is filthy atm.

Drive :)

A few pictures...

Once I get it all back together and driving fine, maybe...just maybe, I can seriously look at getting it painted!

RE: MIDN1T3 (MIDN1T3)

Fri, 07 Mar 2014 11:52:49 GMT

So after trying to find a replacement center cap for my front right wheel (and having no luck), stumbled onto one after a friend had bought an MR2 up from Sydney.

She had lost three, so traded me the last remaining one for some advice when she installs a turbo engine - trying to convince her to get a Gen 3 3sgte.

Here's her MR2 - SW20 N/A widebody.

This is the centre cap - its been painted flat black but I'll see if turps can get it off, otherwise I may end up painting all my centre caps black to make them match.

To do list this weekend:
- replace front wheel bearings
- install new spark plugs, fuel filter, oil and oil filter, clean air filter
- clean/paint centre cap/s

RE: MIDN1T3 (MIDN1T3)

Mon, 03 Mar 2014 12:02:08 GMT

Mr2qik - I have a 11 inch fan on the bottom 'pushing' and was thinking about putting another on top to pull but there's not enough room between the cooler and the rain guard.

However, I do have the dual engine lid shroud plus fans that I will put on after the paint job which should help pull air through the engine bay and intercooler.
Definitely better than a side mount and cost about the same!

RE: MIDN1T3 (MR2QIK)

Mon, 03 Mar 2014 10:10:11 GMT

Nice work with the cooler. From my experience with that kinda setup, you'll really need a thermofan on top (pull). I monitored temps with mine (when a2a) & it was quite stable/good on the street compared to a sidemount. With over 300rwkw, it only really struggled on the dyno, handled street driving quite well. When my fan fuse blew, there was a clear increase in intake temps.

RE: MIDN1T3 (MIDN1T3)

Sun, 02 Mar 2014 18:44:45 GMT

A few pics after washing and waxing the car this weekend...can't wait until it gets painted in a few months, still too much humidity and rain up here.

However, sometime in the last month one of the centre caps came off my front right wheel. Devastated...spent like about 4 hours emailing and calling places all over Aus to see if I could get a replacement - no luck :(

RE: MIDN1T3 (MIDN1T3)

Fri, 17 Jan 2014 14:40:38 GMT

So dropped by Super Crap Auto and managed to get the last black 200mm coupler in stock...for $15. Winning.

Took out the joiner coupler (which was annoying me), and put in the long one. Looks so much better now.

Also, re-routed the water filler neck and mounted in near the ignitor module. Then I doubled checked everything, made sure nothing was rubbing and put on my cross brace. Had to stack up a few washers on the left-hand side so that it didn't rub against the cooler. Done!

Next thing on my to do list is install my TRD 300kmph cluster with the Omori boost guage...I hate electrical :/

RE: MIDN1T3 (MIDN1T3)

Sun, 12 Jan 2014 23:32:10 GMT

I'll measure it up tomorrow, see exactly how long it needs to be and then probs will go for the double hump one if it's long enough.
Thanks again for the help!

RE: MIDN1T3 (MIDN1T3)

Sun, 12 Jan 2014 23:27:49 GMT

Thanks mate for the link mate, appreciate it. I'll suss out Super Crap Auto tomorrow anyway, see what they have and then go from there :)

RE: MIDN1T3 (Mrskylighter)

Sun, 12 Jan 2014 23:15:07 GMT

Or try a double hump hose which will reduce to stress on the intercooler due to less vibration from the engine.
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/2-5-to-2-5-Inch-63mm-double-Hump-Straight-Silicone-Pipe-Coupler-Hose-6577-black-/200981276331?pt=AU_Car_Parts_Accessories&hash=item2ecb6ae6ab
Looks like it might be long enough. Best to check the overall length with the seller before purchase.

Or a single hump hose. The one below is 100mm long which might also be long enough looking at your engine bay pic.
http://www.ebay.com.au/it...mp;hash=item3a89385cf6

RE: MIDN1T3 (Mrskylighter)

Sun, 12 Jan 2014 23:12:31 GMT

Can't remember where I bought mine in blue from. Just checked Ebay and you could go for the one below and just cut it to suit.

The one below can be had in black at any diameter x 1M length. less then $40 shipped from Melbourne.

http://www.ebay.com.au/it...mp;hash=item3cca38186f

RE: MIDN1T3 (MIDN1T3)

Sun, 12 Jan 2014 23:02:12 GMT

Mrskylighter - thanks mate. There is one similar to my set up that Atsracing sell but it's $1200!! Also, I've decided I like those inserts I got off you. Went for a decent drive today and liked the feel of the engine when accelerating. :)
Finally, where did you get your coupler from? Want to get rid of the joiner.

Deco - thanks mate. I don't have any real proof yet but I would say it is better than a side mount set up. A lot of air gets moved upwards through the engine bay and it's nowhere near as close to the dump pipe any more. And the 11 inch Spal fan helps.

RE: MIDN1T3 (Deco)

Sun, 12 Jan 2014 05:21:45 GMT

Nice fabrication job! It looks awesome! Would love to know if there is a gain in cooling performance over the side mount. Always wonder about a top mount A2A and if the rising heat off the engine would affect it.

RE: MIDN1T3 (Mrskylighter)

Sun, 12 Jan 2014 00:53:01 GMT

Good work on the new intercooler. Very satisfying to build your own instead of bolting in a kit.

You should be able to buy a black straight silicone coupler long enough to join the bov pipe to the IC. I think I bought an off the shelf 2.5" in 20 or 30cm in length