Mediocre build
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From: CA
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We got a winner
Things got complicated with the previous motor + plans, so i picked up a non vvti GTE and decided to make more work for myself.
Before my dearest crank pulley decided to come apart and push me to get a GTE, i got supra TT wheels.
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What my previous head ports looked like after 4k miles
... the same.
Probably going to sell the ported head, not sure if anyone would want it though.
Picked up ProEFI 128 standalone
Fresh Marlin crawler rebuilt r154
Miscellaneous parts. Toyota OEM things, oil cooler, intercooler, oil pump + extras
Making room for a single
Yeah it turned into a power build sadly.
changed goals because my whole drivetrain was wearing out before i got a chance to add any boost.
as of right now, im only collecting parts.
still need
-Fuel lines, Pump, Injectors, regulator, flex fuel sensor
- engine harness
- clutch, bellhousing, shifter extension, pedal kit ect.
- driveshaft
- turbo, manifold, exhaust
- money
There's much more i need but those are the bigger purchases.
This isnt anything special or out of the ordinary but my goal is 600 for starters.
... the same.
Probably going to sell the ported head, not sure if anyone would want it though.
Picked up ProEFI 128 standalone
Fresh Marlin crawler rebuilt r154
Miscellaneous parts. Toyota OEM things, oil cooler, intercooler, oil pump + extras
Making room for a single
Yeah it turned into a power build sadly.
changed goals because my whole drivetrain was wearing out before i got a chance to add any boost.
as of right now, im only collecting parts.
still need
-Fuel lines, Pump, Injectors, regulator, flex fuel sensor
- engine harness
- clutch, bellhousing, shifter extension, pedal kit ect.
- driveshaft
- turbo, manifold, exhaust
- money
There's much more i need but those are the bigger purchases.
This isnt anything special or out of the ordinary but my goal is 600 for starters.
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Yes, im probably going to stop by driftmotion and have them fabricate it for me, i dont live too far.
I also need a 1j bell housing too, unfortunately. Makes my wallet sad to get these extras, but it'll be better for the long run.
I know what you mean about the sad wallet, but you know deep down that you are happy overall even though you will be broke as hell haha looking forward to some more updates.
Aaron and Odom are always so cool when I randomly stop by to say hi. I always like to see what projects they have on the floor and lifts, too
Aaron and Odom are always so cool when I randomly stop by to say hi. I always like to see what projects they have on the floor and lifts, too
Your SC is soo clean. Looks like that good CA weather really preserved that car. Almost like it just rolled off the assembly line. Not a single rusty nut or bolt.
Good luck with the build!
Good luck with the build!
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I love the stock body a lot. I don't think ill change anything to the look of the car other than just lowering it a little. I don't really want my car to stand out, definitely trying to be the wolf in sheep skin. I want it sleeper even though nobody really knows what an Sc300 is anyway.
Here's some pics when it was mobile
Also my interior is actually shot. driver and passenger seats are torn, rear seat buckle plastics are broken, and carpet is dirty. However for 255,000 miles i think its not that bad or surprising.
with this kind of mileage i still need to service all of my suspension unfortunately.. we'll get to that part soon enough.
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