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A790

01-03-2009, 11:47 AM

Originally posted by Redlyne_mr2
As the topic says just wondering what fellow mr2 owners are doing to their cars for 2009. I am planning a huge Toyota Show and Shine all for charity sometime in June to get everyone motivated.
I'm buying another one. I deeply regret selling mine.

Jlude

01-03-2009, 12:01 PM

Originally posted by A790

I'm buying another one. I deeply regret selling mine.

I've been seriously thinking about buying my first. There's one in the marketplace that I want.

Redlyne_mr2

01-03-2009, 02:38 PM

Originally posted by A790

I'm buying another one. I deeply regret selling mine.
How come man? Didnt the Supra fill the void?

red99600

01-03-2009, 03:41 PM

to retire the mr2

sh0ko

01-03-2009, 03:58 PM

^ to ask red99600 for more help haha -_-"

A790

01-03-2009, 03:59 PM

Originally posted by Redlyne_mr2

How come man? Didnt the Supra fill the void?
A different kind of car altogether man.

The MR2 was a two-seater, low-slung thrill ride that looked great and handled fantastic. The Supra was an attention-getting twin-turbo cruiser really.

I want my go-kart back. In the spring I'm going to be looking for an example with a primo body, be it LHD or RHD. Then I'm going to give it around 300 whp and I'm going to KEEP IT for a while.

red99600

01-03-2009, 04:18 PM

^
then i have the perfect car for you that i may be selling.
but depends on your price range.

and i will help you Shoko. lol

Originally posted by A790

A different kind of car altogether man.

The MR2 was a two-seater, low-slung thrill ride that looked great and handled fantastic. The Supra was an attention-getting twin-turbo cruiser really.

I want my go-kart back. In the spring I'm going to be looking for an example with a primo body, be it LHD or RHD. Then I'm going to give it around 300 whp and I'm going to KEEP IT for a while.

Redlyne_jr

01-03-2009, 06:23 PM

Originally posted by red99600
^
then i have the perfect car for you that i may be selling.
but depends on your price range.

and i will help you Shoko. lol

what you dont offer assistance to me:thumbsdow lol

Redlyne_jr

01-03-2009, 06:24 PM

Originally posted by A790

A different kind of car altogether man.

The MR2 was a two-seater, low-slung thrill ride that looked great and handled fantastic. The Supra was an attention-getting twin-turbo cruiser really.

I want my go-kart back. In the spring I'm going to be looking for an example with a primo body, be it LHD or RHD. Then I'm going to give it around 300 whp and I'm going to KEEP IT for a while.

i have one of mine for sale :thumbsup: havnnt posted it yet but its a 93 rhd

Ek9Max

01-03-2009, 06:45 PM

I got a 95' LHD non turbo coming from the states :)

I doubt it'll stay stock very long.....

SI_futbol

01-03-2009, 07:35 PM

ur mental, i thought u were done

red99600

01-03-2009, 07:36 PM

Originally posted by Ek9Max
I got a 95' LHD non turbo coming from the states :)

I doubt it'll stay stock very long.....

just can't stay away from mr2s eh ;)

Redlyne_jr

01-03-2009, 09:29 PM

3rd gen swap into a LHD Na?

Ek9Max

01-03-2009, 10:20 PM

Originally posted by ~Porsche~
3rd gen swap into a LHD Na?

ya. that's the plan. I think i'm gonna build the engine though. I wanna hit 500whp.

But i may as well do a build gen2/cams/IM...... shoulda got ghettobaby's engine.

Redlyne_jr

01-03-2009, 10:53 PM

Originally posted by Ek9Max

ya. that's the plan. I think i'm gonna build the engine though. I wanna hit 500whp.

But i may as well do a build gen2/cams/IM...... shoulda got ghettobaby's engine.

True That... im undecided on the kit i want!! TD06 or the gt3071.. i dunno

A790

01-03-2009, 11:02 PM

LOL looks like there are two MR2's that I should be lookin' at ;)

Ek9Max

01-03-2009, 11:09 PM

Originally posted by ~Porsche~

True That... im undecided on the kit i want!! TD06 or the gt3071.. i dunno

well I have tried a td06 20g, gt3071r, and sb46 t3/t4 46trim. I can EASILY say that the SB46 t3/t4 kit was the best one i had of the 3 BY FAR.

Fittment was awesome, and it made the most power.

Might not have even sold my car if i stayed with the SB46.

Redlyne_jr

01-03-2009, 11:51 PM

what were you running when i saw you at the track? i forgot!!

Ek9Max

01-03-2009, 11:54 PM

Originally posted by ~Porsche~
what were you running when i saw you at the track? i forgot!!

SB46 t3/t4 46 trim

James

01-04-2009, 03:45 AM

Originally posted by Ek9Max
I got a 95' LHD non turbo coming from the states :)

I doubt it'll stay stock very long.....

haha wtf!

red99600

01-04-2009, 05:06 AM

Originally posted by Ek9Max
I got a 95' LHD non turbo coming from the states :)

I doubt it'll stay stock very long.....

emphasis on the LHD i see. lol

03ozwhip

01-04-2009, 05:28 PM

jesus christ max, how many times do you have to sell and buy MR2's and s2k's to decide that the MR2 is your favorite car? maybe you'll learn this time!

Mista.2

01-04-2009, 06:51 PM

probs gunna sell mine.. i know im gunna regret it tho lol.

A790

01-04-2009, 06:52 PM

Originally posted by Mista.2
probs gunna sell mine.. i know im gunna regret it tho lol.
How's the body on it? ;)

Redlyne_jr

01-04-2009, 11:30 PM

^^^^^^how much you looking to spend on a deuce?

Mista.2

01-06-2009, 03:21 AM

Originally posted by A790

How's the body on it? ;)

mint jsut a few rock chips on the front, recaro seats, adjustable suspension, 5zigen exhaust.. lots of extras.

heavyD

01-06-2009, 09:41 AM

Originally posted by A790

I'm buying another one. I deeply regret selling mine.

Buy mine. 1993 LHD Turbo in about as good shape as you will find. May as well complete the transactions full circle.;)

A790

01-06-2009, 02:13 PM

Originally posted by ~Porsche~
^^^^^^how much you looking to spend on a deuce?
Depends on the car, JDM/USDM, condition of body, etc.

Originally posted by Mista.2

mint jsut a few rock chips on the front, recaro seats, adjustable suspension, 5zigen exhaust.. lots of extras.
Do you have the stock seats still?

Originally posted by heavyD

Buy mine. 1993 LHD Turbo in about as good shape as you will find. May as well complete the transactions full circle.;)
How much do you want? From what I remember your car IS mint. :P

Mista.2

01-06-2009, 03:03 PM

^^ those are what i got with the car, they're old school recaros with the mesh in the head rests. really comfortable.

max_boost

01-06-2009, 03:33 PM

I've been wanting a MR2 for years. I remember SuperG sold a really nice 92 in red a few years back. I wanted that one badly lol It was so simple and clean. It was lowered, wheels and a 93 front lip and Toms sides and rear.

Anyway, how reliable are these cars? Seems like parts are readily available.

Now that Ek9Max is getting another MR2, I'll just wait to buy his or something. :D

Redlyne_mr2

01-06-2009, 03:40 PM

Theyre very reliable as long as it's been taken care of. Problem is now the prices have dropped so the people buying them can afford the purchase but can't afford the upkeep. Mods can add up fast as well. Somehow I managed to spend another 10K this winter when I told myself I was going to slow down on the mods. :(

A790

01-06-2009, 03:46 PM

I never had a problem with the engine in my MR2 (the previous owner actually took care of that part of the car).

max_boost

01-06-2009, 03:46 PM

I notice most of you guys do your own work but these cars aren't complicated so most mechanical shops can do the work? Just a Toyota right? :D

heavyD

01-06-2009, 03:48 PM

Originally posted by max_boost
Anyway, how reliable are these cars? Seems like parts are readily available.

I've had mine for 1.5 years and it hasn't been to a garage since the OOP inspection. I wouldn't say that parts are readily available as most Canadian stock is in Vancouver but alot of parts have to come from the US.

Redlyne_mr2

01-06-2009, 03:54 PM

Originally posted by max_boost
I notice most of you guys do your own work but these cars aren't complicated so most mechanical shops can do the work? Just a Toyota right? :D

Like most older cars the timing belt/waterpump job is something that will be required if not ever done. That's a pricey one as is doing the clutch. Alternators will fail with time as well but for the most part that's it.

heavyD

01-06-2009, 03:55 PM

Originally posted by max_boost
I notice most of you guys do your own work but these cars aren't complicated so most mechanical shops can do the work? Just a Toyota right? :D

More or less. The stock turbo/catalytic converter assembly is a real pain in the ass to remove the first time but once you replace it with an aftermarket DP it's a piece of cake as I can remove the turbo in a couple of hours. When I installed my CT20B I replaced the infamous HOH (hose from hell) and a couple of rubber coolant lines under the intake that fail due to old age.

max_boost

01-06-2009, 05:21 PM

Yeah I better take a pass as I can't do anything on a car other than drive it, change the washer fluid and fill the gas. :rofl:

Love the MR2 though, jvillain had a really nice yellow one that I was tempted to buy too.

mr2mike

01-06-2009, 05:38 PM

Originally posted by max_boost
I notice most of you guys do your own work but these cars aren't complicated so most mechanical shops can do the work? Just a Toyota right? :D

Nobody does a better job on your car than yourself (if you're capable) and I'd rather be able to tell people that I did all the work myself rather than brag about what I paid for. But I don't mind doing work for others too.

heavyD

01-06-2009, 06:29 PM

Originally posted by A790
How much do you want? From what I remember your car IS mint. :P

Probably between $11-12K but it has 93+ goodies like LSD, bigger brakes & better suspension, two sets of wheels/tires, Pioneer NAV/Sattelite/Ipod, CT20B, complete exhaust, intercooler, intake, etc. Not really looking to sell until spring though.

A790

01-07-2009, 01:16 AM

Originally posted by heavyD

Probably between $11-12K but it has 93+ goodies like LSD, bigger brakes & better suspension, two sets of wheels/tires, Pioneer NAV/Sattelite/Ipod, CT20B, complete exhaust, intercooler, intake, etc. Not really looking to sell until spring though.
Hmm I'll have to think on that one. I have no doubt it's a beautiful car, but $11K is a bit much for me at the moment.

We'll see what the spring brings :)

James

01-07-2009, 01:21 AM

Hopefully in '09 I'll put more than 100k on my 2, '08 sucked. I was gonna sell it this year, but kept having so many problems. Running great now, and its actually in a garage this winter, so weather i sell or keep it, at least it will be good to go by spring :thumbsup:

91tomstwo

01-26-2009, 11:59 PM

I'm from Winnipeg. I don't post on here much but I definitely have plans for my deuce.

I made 409 whp last year but had ignition break up up top. I was able to muster a 1.56 60ft and ran 11.8 1/4 mile.

Anyhow, I just picked up a 5SFE motor which I'm going to use to build a 5SGTE. Started collecting a bunch of parts in my house. I'll start building it in February. a good friend of mine is just about finished his 6 car garage. Gotta love heat!

Anyhow, these are my parts

- 5S block
- CP pistons
- Eagle Rods
- ATS HV oil pump
- L19 head studs
- ATS cam gears
- Kelford cams
- Supertech valves
- GT35R
- CBR 600 COP

Currently running:
- GT30R
- Custom Intake
- Q45 TB
- Custom Exhaust
- Custom Turbo Manifold
- A2W intercooler
- AEM EMS

Here are some pics:

Cheers!

http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2006-2/1144353/MR2-Sept-13-2008.gif

http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2006-2/1144353/PICT2407.JPG

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3121/3177107043_c1d870d20a.jpg

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1184/1250434485_22a8da7e38_o.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2202/2492807710_6aa0de4ca7.jpg

Ek9Max

01-27-2009, 12:03 AM

Originally posted by 91tomstwo
I'm from Winnipeg. I don't post on here much but I definitely have plans for my deuce.

I made 409 whp last year but had ignition break up up top. I was able to muster a 1.56 60ft and ran 11.8 1/4 mile.

Anyhow, I just picked up a 5SFE motor which I'm going to use to build a 5SGTE. Started collecting a bunch of parts in my house. I'll start building it in February. a good friend of mine is just about finished his 6 car garage. Gotta love heat!

Anyhow, these are my parts

- 5S block
- CP pistons
- Eagle Rods
- ATS HV oil pump
- L19 head studs
- ATS cam gears
- Kelford cams
- Supertech valves
- GT35R

Currently running:
- GT30R
- Custom Intake
- Q45 TB
- Custom Exhaust
- Custom Turbo Manifold

Here are some pics:

Cheers!

http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2006-2/1144353/MR2-Sept-13-2008.gif

http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2006-2/1144353/PICT2407.JPG

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3121/3177107043_c1d870d20a.jpg

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1184/1250434485_22a8da7e38_o.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2202/2492807710_6aa0de4ca7.jpg

CRAZY!!! looks like i'm gonna have to step it up for my new mr2 build :)

Redlyne_mr2

01-27-2009, 12:26 AM

hahaha sick car man.. all that on a gen2 as well... nice!!!

thinmyster

01-27-2009, 12:38 PM

Originally posted by Ek9Max

CRAZY!!! looks like i'm gonna have to step it up for my new mr2 build :) :bullshit:

sh0ko

01-27-2009, 01:08 PM

a possible jump to an s2k baha

Ek9Max

01-27-2009, 08:19 PM

Originally posted by thinmyster
:bullshit: :devil:

Redlyne_mr2

01-27-2009, 08:24 PM

Ive got a cheque for $5000 with Ek9Max's name on it for his S2K when he bails on that project.

Redlyne_jr

01-28-2009, 01:14 PM

Originally posted by Redlyne_mr2
Ive got a cheque for $5000 with Ek9Max's name on it for his S2K when he bails on that project.

im one step higher 5050

red99600

01-28-2009, 11:08 PM

im with you for the s2k project.

91tomstwo

01-29-2009, 12:02 PM

I've thought about getting an s2k but after researching on the s2ki forums it was a no brainer for Me to stick with my Mr2 considering I wanted to build a drag car.

In order to build a fairly serious s2k, you'd have to sleeve th block , slap forged internals in, slap in a new rear end, get an aggressive clutch since its only a 220mm disc or a dual clutch disc assembly, and all the regular turbo and fuel support items that you would on any other car. Having said that I'm confident my deuce will be making 500+ whp with less effort. Don't get Me wrong I LOVE the s2k

Redlyne_mr2

01-30-2009, 12:14 AM

Originally posted by 91tomstwo
I've thought about getting an s2k but after researching on the s2ki forums it was a no brainer for Me to stick with my Mr2 considering I wanted to build a drag car.

In order to build a fairly serious s2k, you'd have to sleeve th block , slap forged internals in, slap in a new rear end, get an aggressive clutch since its only a 220mm disc or a dual clutch disc assembly, and all the regular turbo and fuel support items that you would on any other car. Having said that I'm confident my deuce will be making 500+ whp with less effort. Don't get Me wrong I LOVE the s2k
Dont tell that to ek9max he left the mr2 scene to build an S2K. ;)

mr2mike

01-30-2009, 09:21 AM

Originally posted by Redlyne_mr2

Dont tell that to ek9max he left the mr2 scene to build an S2K. ;)

Maybe he should just stick with throwing on a widebody kit, hard top and CF hood.
Then leave the performance at intake and exhaust.
:drama:

Redlyne_jr

01-30-2009, 12:51 PM

Originally posted by Redlyne_mr2

Dont tell that to ek9max he left the mr2 scene to build an S2K. ;)

haha from the sounds of it he never left he just took on a S2K project at the same time..

heavyD

01-30-2009, 01:12 PM

Fuck I'm getting old. I'm going to start keeping my vehicles near stock from now on.

Okay I'm going to try to keep my cars stock from now on.:)

Redlyne_mr2

01-30-2009, 03:47 PM

Originally posted by heavyD
Fuck I'm getting old. I'm going to start keeping my vehicles near stock from now on.

Okay I'm going to try to keep my cars stock from now on.:)
You have to mod an mr2 if you own one... as a matter of fact I dont think ive ever seen a non modded mr2.

sh0ko

01-30-2009, 03:49 PM

^ buddy up in discovery there this old guy with 6 mr2's in his arsenal.. all stock.. has two of em driven by both his daughteres.. his is the silver with the stock chrome wheels.. ABSOLUTELY mint.. all his cars are mint as a matter of fact ... great guy to talk to.. definetly knows his way around the mr2

Redlyne_mr2

01-30-2009, 03:50 PM

Originally posted by sh0ko
^ buddy up in discovery there this old guy with 6 mr2's in his arsenal.. all stock.. has two of em driven by both his daughteres.. his is the silver with the stock chrome wheels.. ABSOLUTELY mint.. all his cars are mint as a matter of fact ... great guy to talk to.. definetly knows his way around the mr2
You should have him email me if you ever talk to him again Id like to try to get him out to one of the meets.

[email protected]

heavyD

01-30-2009, 04:35 PM

Originally posted by Redlyne_mr2

You have to mod an mr2 if you own one... as a matter of fact I dont think ive ever seen a non modded mr2.

Mine was bone stock when I bought it. It is a complete different animal now than it was stock that's for sure and my only complaint is that I get a rattle/buzz for that metal blocking plate that comes with the Greddy style SMIC packages. Ive been too lazy to pull it out and fix it.

red99600

01-30-2009, 05:52 PM

Ek9Max

01-30-2009, 09:03 PM

Originally posted by mr2mike

Maybe he should just stick with throwing on a widebody kit, hard top and CF hood.
Then leave the performance at intake and exhaust.
:drama:

I think i'll be happy with a 420+whp s2000......

The widebody and all that stuff is just for fun.

Ek9Max

01-30-2009, 09:04 PM

Originally posted by Redlyne_mr2

Dont tell that to ek9max he left the mr2 scene to build an S2K. ;)

Hey! I'm still here. I just don't have an mr2 right now.

my 95' NA should be here any day now :)

Redlyne_mr2

02-03-2009, 05:41 PM

A yes the super drag NA.

Ek9Max

02-04-2009, 09:43 PM

Originally posted by Redlyne_mr2
A yes the super drag NA.

wotn' be NA for long. can't decided if i want a gen3 or just spend the extra cash and build a gen2 to the nuts.

Redlyne_jr

02-07-2009, 11:30 PM

Originally posted by Ek9Max

wotn' be NA for long. can't decided if i want a gen3 or just spend the extra cash and build a gen2 to the nuts.

gen2 to the nuts :eek: :eek:

gregrego

02-08-2009, 02:19 AM

I will be subscribing, wouldn't mind coming down from Edmonton to join the Toyota show and shine. Mine wont be getting any major upgrades this year, unless a deal comes a long that's too good to pass up. Winter 09 I'll be looking to either buy a built Rev-3 or build the Rev-2. MR2oc always has a built long block for sale somewhere :)