Hi, I've had my MR2 for about a year now and I thought I'd start sharing because I like working on this car and its going to go through a lot of changes.
So far I've installed black dials, Meister R coilovers and BBS wheels with some fresh toyo tires.
There are loads of pictures on my Instagram account https://www.instagram.com/mr2turboguy/ (https://www.instagram.com/mr2turboguy/)
This is were I'm at so far.
(http://i63.tinypic.com/308k5sm.jpg)
(http://i67.tinypic.com/1z38jkn.jpg)
Liking the no number plate look
Aw it looks so smiley
Very smart without the number plate
Great project coming 8)
This little beauty arrived at the weekend. It matches the black dials perfectly!
(http://i68.tinypic.com/5cj3o3.jpg)
I'm going to mould it to the pillar. So it will be a single gauge pod. Hopefully I'll get it to look like it came out the factory like that.
(still need to put those little pins back that keep the needles from going to below 2000RPM haha)
I'm also thinking of getting a navpod for the centre cubby with a tablet that can run Spotify, Torque (APP for viewing AFR etc), Google Maps and a track timer app.
Quote from: mr2turboguy on October 1, 2018, 09:00
This little beauty arrived at the weekend. It matches the black dials perfectly!
(http://i68.tinypic.com/5cj3o3.jpg)
I'm going to mould it to the pillar. So it will be a single gauge pod. Hopefully I'll get it to look like it came out the factory like that.
(still need to put those little pins back that keep the needles from going to below 2000RPM haha)
I'm also thinking of getting a navpod for the centre cubby with a tablet that can run Spotify, Torque (APP for viewing AFR etc), Google Maps and a track timer app.
I wish I had done that with the tablet. With the emu black you can connect via Bluetooth and then have your whole dash on there. Remove and loom that's not required and run it from there :)
Instead I made the standard 3 gauge pod...badly [emoji23]
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181001/b0e98cc2fa60548047110087f55dd7bf.jpg)
Quote from: mr2turboguy on October 1, 2018, 09:00
Instead I made the standard 3 gauge pod...badly
That looks pretty good to me mate.
If mine comes out that well I'd be happy.
Did you use a texture paint before you painted the black?
What did you use to bond the plastics? I'm about to buy BONDO because thats what all the americans use in their tutorials but I don't know what the English equivalent is..
Mine is actually screwed at the front with rivets at the rear. Then I used epoxy and p38 filler. Needs lots of work. Then I'll be happy.
I didn't think of the textured paint. But on the dash I feel it matched with the dial surround so it's ok.
When I chose the paint I went with a satin black but I think Matt would match it better as it's still a tad too shiny. I think with Matt paint and then once it had a few costs of autoglym it should match nicely.
It's hard to get it looking real standard though.
I got the perfect thing for you. I got a double gauge holder for the A pillar. Full replacement. I just placed it to take pictures. It's not installed. The edges will need to be cleaned up. Although it's painted, it's not perfect.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181002/9d37bc74cca4260386c8562c320eeedc.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181002/586df0bdbfe49054352cad58afed496d.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181002/feb49bca7f24357d8bb79fc54ac0c766.jpg)
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Quote from: rokz_2005 on October 2, 2018, 17:11
I got the perfect thing for you. I got a double gauge holder for the A pillar. Full replacement. I just placed it to take pictures. It's not installed. The edges will need to be cleaned up. Although it's painted, it's not perfect.
That looks pretty good and would save me some effort but I only want one gauge. Thanks though!
No worries. Car's looking great.
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
I've booked the car in for July 2019, RRR is going to install the EMU BLACK, tune her up and do some dev work on a charge cooler setup. I made a list of stuff I wanna do before then:
BRAKES
- Install new disk and pads I bought a while back and didnt fit because of seized bits. (EBC yellow stuff pads and Racetec drilled and slotted disks)
- Refurb calipers
- Install braided hoses
- Clean off all the dirt and grime on coilovers and inside wheel arch
INTERIOR
- Make a single pillar pod and install my boost gauge
- Buy a nav pod and install a tablet to view AFR etc
ENGINE
- Relocate battery to the front. Maybe with a smaller battery that has a nice case to mount under plastics.
- Install turbo kit just before I take the car to RRR, keep the wastegate wide open and crawl to cambridge.
Quote from: mr2turboguy on October 9, 2018, 11:04
I've booked the car in for July 2019, RRR is going to install the EMU BLACK, tune her up and do some dev work on a charge cooler setup. I made a list of stuff I wanna do before then:
BRAKES
- Install new disk and pads I bought a while back and didnt fit because of seized bits. (EBC yellow stuff pads and Racetec drilled and slotted disks)
- Refurb calipers
- Install braided hoses
- Clean off all the dirt and grime on coilovers and inside wheel arch
INTERIOR
- Make a single pillar pod and install my boost gauge
- Buy a nav pod and install a tablet to view AFR etc
ENGINE
- Relocate battery to the front. Maybe with a smaller battery that has a nice case to mount under plastics.
- Install turbo kit just before I take the car to RRR, keep the wastegate wide open and crawl to cambridge.
Its best to get the charge cooler sorted before tuning, the intake temps will play a factor in how safely the car can be tuned in terms of intake air temps etc.
Don't forget all of the fueling upgrades you will also need as well as the upgraded clutch coupled with the engine sump modifications to be able to run the oil return line from the turbo as well as a boost controller and MAP sensor (guessing the EMU uses a MAP sensor rather than relying on a MAF).
With regards to the O2 sensor, look at the AEM X Gauge, its what I am running with mine, comes with the Bosch 4.9 sensor and gauge, also has a CAN out so you should be able to hook it up to the EMU if it runs on CAN to get the data fed into the ECU for logging.
Personally I don't see the point in an AFR gauge if it's tuned right and the correct safeties are in place. You'd be getting the data logger for the EMU anyway I assume so you can just connect a phone or tablet to the ecu to get any stats you want, if needed
Sent from my ONEPLUS A5000 using Tapatalk
@m1tch (https://www.mr2roc.org/forum/index.php?action=profile;u=24468)
The emu classic and black have dedicated AFR inputs for the Bosch sensor no need to waste money on external controller or gauge.
Add the Bluetooth dongle and you can view all parameters on the app on your phone or tablet.
It is fully featured Link G4 storm equivalent IMHO.
And it does use map. It has a built in 4bar sensor.
Quote from: m1tch on October 9, 2018, 16:13
Its best to get the charge cooler sorted before tuning, the intake temps will play a factor in how safely the car can be tuned in terms of intake air temps etc.
Don't forget all of the fueling upgrades you will also need as well as the upgraded clutch coupled with the engine sump modifications to be able to run the oil return line from the turbo as well as a boost controller and MAP sensor (guessing the EMU uses a MAP sensor rather than relying on a MAF).
With regards to the O2 sensor, look at the AEM X Gauge, its what I am running with mine, comes with the Bosch 4.9 sensor and gauge, also has a CAN out so you should be able to hook it up to the EMU if it runs on CAN to get the data fed into the ECU for logging.
I don't know if you know about the EMU BLACK group buy going on with RRR? Hes probably done about 5 of our cars recently thats why all these guys are so clued up. Unlike me! haha So theres nothing extra I need to get right? I opted for the datalogger and lambda sensor also.. He will do the chargecooling and make sure everything is solid before tuning. Thanks for checking though, I need as much info as possible.
As to fueling I've got bigger injectors. I'm going to weld a bung into the sump for the oil return. The clutch I'm going to hold out on doing untill I know what I'm going to do next.. Build 1ZZ, 2ZZ swap, C59 JUBA, C60 JUBA, E153??? :-\ Looking for 350WHP in the end..
Quote from: mr2turboguy on October 10, 2018, 09:46
Quote from: m1tch on October 9, 2018, 16:13
Its best to get the charge cooler sorted before tuning, the intake temps will play a factor in how safely the car can be tuned in terms of intake air temps etc.
Don't forget all of the fueling upgrades you will also need as well as the upgraded clutch coupled with the engine sump modifications to be able to run the oil return line from the turbo as well as a boost controller and MAP sensor (guessing the EMU uses a MAP sensor rather than relying on a MAF).
With regards to the O2 sensor, look at the AEM X Gauge, its what I am running with mine, comes with the Bosch 4.9 sensor and gauge, also has a CAN out so you should be able to hook it up to the EMU if it runs on CAN to get the data fed into the ECU for logging.
I don't know if you know about the EMU BLACK group buy going on with RRR? Hes probably done about 5 of our cars recently thats why all these guys are so clued up. Unlike me! haha So theres nothing extra I need to get right? I opted for the datalogger and lambda sensor also.. He will do the chargecooling and make sure everything is solid before tuning. Thanks for checking though, I need as much info as possible.
As to fueling I've got bigger injectors. I'm going to weld a bung into the sump for the oil return. The clutch I'm going to hold out on doing untill I know what I'm going to do next.. Build 1ZZ, 2ZZ swap, C59 JUBA, C60 JUBA, E153??? :-\ Looking for 350WHP in the end..
I think you can only get JUBU gears (or SSC gears) for the 6 speed as they are really meant for the 2zz in terms of gear ratios, they are rated to 295 ft/lbs - stock gearbox starts to let go at around 250ft/lbs. I am aiming for around 400 with my build and will be at the very limits of the JUBU gears at that point but don't plan to run it at 21psi all day so will turn it down for road use - E153 will easily hold the power but its expensive, heavy, doesn't really fit and doesn't have the best gear ratios.
Quote from: m1tch on October 10, 2018, 12:09
I think you can only get JUBU gears (or SSC gears) for the 6 speed as they are really meant for the 2zz in terms of gear ratios, they are rated to 295 ft/lbs - stock gearbox starts to let go at around 250ft/lbs. I am aiming for around 400 with my build and will be at the very limits of the JUBU gears at that point but don't plan to run it at 21psi all day so will turn it down for road use - E153 will easily hold the power but its expensive, heavy, doesn't really fit and doesn't have the best gear ratios.
Right I see the ratios are off.. How would this effect the drive? Drop in revs 2nd to 3rd? Dont realy care about 4th to 5th
(http://i65.tinypic.com/kc1csn.jpg)
What box you going for then?
Quote from: mr2turboguy on October 11, 2018, 15:11
Quote from: m1tch on October 10, 2018, 12:09
I think you can only get JUBU gears (or SSC gears) for the 6 speed as they are really meant for the 2zz in terms of gear ratios, they are rated to 295 ft/lbs - stock gearbox starts to let go at around 250ft/lbs. I am aiming for around 400 with my build and will be at the very limits of the JUBU gears at that point but don't plan to run it at 21psi all day so will turn it down for road use - E153 will easily hold the power but its expensive, heavy, doesn't really fit and doesn't have the best gear ratios.
Right I see the ratios are off.. How would this effect the drive? Drop in revs 2nd to 3rd? Dont realy care about 4th to 5th
(http://i65.tinypic.com/kc1csn.jpg)
What box you going for then?
Will be running the stock 6 speed (I believe is a C66), there will be a drop in revs but I don't really have much choice in upgrading the box, saying that the engine will be revving to 8k.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toyota_C_transmission#C66/C66M
Plug the numbers in here:
http://www.apexgarage.com/tech/gear_ratios.shtml
Been reading loads about the gearing. Interesting stuff!
Also made some progress on my gauge pod.
(http://i67.tinypic.com/25kj19z.jpg)
(http://i63.tinypic.com/wu31hf.jpg)
I used plastic weld to bond the parts together and sanded it down.
(http://i68.tinypic.com/68eubo.jpg)
Then I used epoxy putty to fill in little holes and create smooth gradual curves.
(http://i66.tinypic.com/14292s4.jpg)
Now I just need to give it a final sand and apply this pleather vinyl wrap. I found one that looks like a pretty good match to our interiors.
(http://i65.tinypic.com/2gudpq9.jpg)
Right so I didn't finish the pillar pod yet but I got started on the turbo install. I removed most of what I need to but can't get these two damn bolts off. I stripped the one on the manifold and can't fit my breaker bar in the other...
(http://i63.tinypic.com/2iivrkn.jpg)
(http://i68.tinypic.com/24zel29.jpg)
Anyone got any tips? I have limited tools...... (:< >:)
Irwin grip nuts are what you need.... never fear a rounded nut or bolt head again!
https://www.google.com/search?q=irwin+grip+nuts&rlz=1C1GCEB_enGB836GB836&oq=irwin+grip+nuts&aqs=chrome..69i57j0l2.1944j0j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8
Quote from: jvanzyl on April 2, 2019, 14:40
Irwin grip nuts are what you need.... never fear a rounded nut or bolt head again!
https://www.google.com/search?q=irwin+grip+nuts&rlz=1C1GCEB_enGB836GB836&oq=irwin+grip+nuts&aqs=chrome..69i57j0l2.1944j0j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8
Or, cheaper, - https://www.screwfix.com/p/erbauer-bolt-nut-remover-set-6-pcs/6083d#_=p
I've used them on 3 jobs.....one of the best tools I've ever bought. A guy on the f/book group bought a set & was a happy chap.
Not gonna lie, I left my brackets on and detached from the manifold instead.
Here is where having a good quality socket set really helps.
6 point sockets and 1/2 drive.
I managed to get the down pipe ones off with sockets and a dewalt 1/2 impact gun.
This then gave me more room to work on the brackets in the block and got a breaker bar in.
But I did round the same one as you on the heat shield, high quality drill bits working up in size to drill it out.
Keep up the good work.
Thanks guys, thats tool looks worthy of 20 quid..
So I made a little progress yesterday!
(http://i63.tinypic.com/qy9wty.jpg)
(http://i66.tinypic.com/nld0yx.jpg)
I ended up grinding the seized bolts off. Also gave the engine a good scrub down and a little polish.
Will start on the plumbing this weekend.
I always found it handy that the exhaust side was on the right. It means all of the intake side is on the side of the throttle body.
Not required at all, just a tip. Plenty others have done it this way around.
Spotted your update on insta, keep it up!
So if you look at the last pic, the oil drain side of the turbo is facing up, doh...
So I tried to clock the turbo this weekend and no luck with some bolts stuck and some just to hard to reach. I rang up a turbo specialist to do this because I don't want to break the most expensive part of my build! All on pause until I get this done. Then I can get to the plumbing when I get free time, which is damn rare with a 7 month old little baby in the house haha
Got the turbo all clocked the way it should be and just waiting on the waste gate actuator to arrive that ive ordered. Im getting an adjustable one from mamba. You change the springs to suit the psi you need and its really adjustable in terms of placement on the turbo. The one that comes stock with the GT28 makes it a bit tricky to get the turbo to face exactly at 12oclock.
Got some stuff done this weekend.
Got new wastegate actuator and set to 7psi.
Connected oil feed and drain lines.
Connected K&N intake filter.
Bolted exhaust on.
(http://i67.tinypic.com/72w203.jpg)
(http://i65.tinypic.com/23swzo2.jpg)
(http://i65.tinypic.com/14xdjc7.jpg)
STILL TO DO
Connect charge pipe.
Connect water lines.
Connect sensors (there were 2 sensors on the stock manifold and Ive only got room for one now, will figure that our later)
Connect meth injection.
Connect vacuum piping. Heres a little diagram of what I'm thinking, let me know if you think it could go wrong somewhere.
(http://i66.tinypic.com/jip1y9.jpg)
Noticed I swapped the BOV and waste gate around, just swap them around in your head and you'll see what I mean
Nice one, like the exhaust where is it from?
Starting to make good progress now.
Looks like you'll have the joy of bleeding the coolant system when you're ready as well!
Exhaust is from turbokits.com. Beautiful stuff hey.
Yes Ive gotta add that to the list, "bleed coolant"
Any tips let me know, never done that before..
All my pictures are gone!?
Anyways my car is done and back on the road with a fresh MOT and a decent insurance rate.
It's at 205hp which is a good start and a riot to drive. Also sounds crazy!
The wastegate wasn't releasing enough air. Either not fully opening or needs to be ported so it was overboosting to 1.2 bar. So they fitted a restrictor (the ones that class B rally cars use) and it brought the boost down to 0.4 bar.
They also installed my meth kit which does a really good job at keeping the temps down.
I'm a happy chappy
Quote from: mr2turboguy on November 10, 2019, 08:58All my pictures are gone!?
Looks like tinypic went the way of Photobucket. End of tinypic
That'll be a nightmare on thr forum for a while then :(
Hey I'm selling my old wheels if anyone is keen.
They are BBS RS 746's and come with a new set of Toyo Proxes
Ebay link here =)
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BBS-RS-746-SPLIT-WHEELS-RIMS-4x100-BRAND-NEW-TOYO-PROXY-R-TYRES-195x40x16/233576683291?hash=item366241571b:g:Ks0AAOSwxhZerVCM (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BBS-RS-746-SPLIT-WHEELS-RIMS-4x100-BRAND-NEW-TOYO-PROXY-R-TYRES-195x40x16/233576683291?hash=item366241571b:g:Ks0AAOSwxhZerVCM)
Also still got my exhaust if anybody wants it? 50 quid
Quote from: mr2turboguy on August 6, 2019, 11:08Exhaust is from turbokits.com. Beautiful stuff hey.
Yes Ive gotta add that to the list, "bleed coolant"
Any tips let me know, never done that before..
How is that exhaust?
I've got the same manifold and was going to get one made up by someone locally but with the current situation it's tempting to just pay for the one that will bolt on.
Quiet enough to daily drive?
Pass an MOT?
I'll enquire with them about cost
That exhaust is LOUD! Sounds great on track but I would not recommend it for a daily driver. I'm definitely going to add a silencer box in.
It passed MOT but don't think it will pass the sound test for all tracks.
Thanks.
Going to try and get some quotes for a system with a valve between the cat/silencer leading to a second tailpipe
For sale
http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/710-53481-19255-0/1?icep_ff3=2&pub=5575378759&campid=5338273189&customid=&icep_item=233584157071&ipn=psmain&icep_vectorid=229508&kwid=902099&mtid=824&kw=lg&toolid=11111 (http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/710-53481-19255-0/1?icep_ff3=2&pub=5575378759&campid=5338273189&customid=&icep_item=233584157071&ipn=psmain&icep_vectorid=229508&kwid=902099&mtid=824&kw=lg&toolid=11111)
Quote from: mr2turboguy on May 15, 2020, 07:54For sale
http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/710-53481-19255-0/1?icep_ff3=2&pub=5575378759&campid=5338273189&customid=&icep_item=233584157071&ipn=psmain&icep_vectorid=229508&kwid=902099&mtid=824&kw=lg&toolid=11111 (http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/710-53481-19255-0/1?icep_ff3=2&pub=5575378759&campid=5338273189&customid=&icep_item=233584157071&ipn=psmain&icep_vectorid=229508&kwid=902099&mtid=824&kw=lg&toolid=11111)
Wtf?
Necessity I'm assuming?
It's a beaut!
Quote from: shnazzle on May 15, 2020, 08:57Quote from: mr2turboguy on May 15, 2020, 07:54For sale
http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/710-53481-19255-0/1?icep_ff3=2&pub=5575378759&campid=5338273189&customid=&icep_item=233584157071&ipn=psmain&icep_vectorid=229508&kwid=902099&mtid=824&kw=lg&toolid=11111 (http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/710-53481-19255-0/1?icep_ff3=2&pub=5575378759&campid=5338273189&customid=&icep_item=233584157071&ipn=psmain&icep_vectorid=229508&kwid=902099&mtid=824&kw=lg&toolid=11111)
Wtf?
Necessity I'm assuming?
It's a beaut!
Agree
@shnazzle very well put together. Lovely looking example. Tastefully done for a daily I'd say.
So can you tell us where you got the dial back ground???
Those AC black dials look way better than stock.
They're about 200eur I believe. I saw a link on Facebook.
Very customisable
Looks like these ones :
https://xtuners.com/shop/MR-2-W30
@shnazzle the link that
@barchetta_ms provided mentions "Quantity Discount"that make these dials look more attainable.
Just saying!
TOYOTA MR-S, MR2 SPYDER, ROADSTER W30 DIALS
Product Code: MR-2-W30
Our products are not on stock. They are made to order! The current manufacturing lead time ( *excluding delivery time* ) is 1 - 4 WEEKS
Price: 200.00€ for one set
QUANTITY DISCOUNT
5 or more sets: 70.00€ for each set
10 or more sets: 50.00€ for each set
Quote from: Joesson on May 15, 2020, 21:31@shnazzle the link that @barchetta_ms provided mentions "Quantity Discount"that make these dials look more attainable.
Just saying!
TOYOTA MR-S, MR2 SPYDER, ROADSTER W30 DIALS
Product Code: MR-2-W30
Our products are not on stock. They are made to order! The current manufacturing lead time ( *excluding delivery time* ) is 1 - 4 WEEKS
Price: 200.00€ for one set
QUANTITY DISCOUNT
5 or more sets: 70.00€ for each set
10 or more sets: 50.00€ for each set
That's actually really attractive
The company I got the dials from closed down. They were called Metal Monkey.
Just moving onto something with 2 wheels